Video: Pokémon Kaiju Mania campaign now underway in Japan, exclusive Kaiju merch coming soon to the Pokémon Center

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An extensive Pokémon Kaiju Mania campaign is now underway at Pokémon Center and Pokémon Store locations until July 8 in Japan. As part of this campaign, visitors can take pictures dressed up as Kaiju Mania alongside Kaiju Pikachu at designated photo spots. In addition, an exclusive batch of Kaiju Mania merch will be released at … Continue reading Video: Pokémon Kaiju Mania campaign now underway in Japan, exclusive Kaiju merch coming soon to the Pokémon Center

Absol and Shiny Absol now appearing in Pokémon GO Field Research tasks

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New Field Research tasks recently arrived in Pokémon GO. All-new Field Research tasks focusing on Water-type Pokémon are now available. Trainers who earn enough stamps for a Research Breakthrough will be granted the opportunity to catch the Legendary Ice- and Flying-type Pokémon Articuno. In addition, you'll be given a chance to add Absol or Shiny Absol to your … Continue reading Absol and Shiny Absol now appearing in Pokémon GO Field Research tasks

Game Freak’s Junichi Masuda explains the influence of Pokémon GO on Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu & Eevee, Pokémon Yellow inspiration, Poké Ball Plus and much more

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The folks at Eurogamer recently had the opportunity to sit down with Game Freak director Junichi Masuda to talk all things Pokémon. Read on below to learn about some of the topics that were discussed: Can you elaborate on the smartphone and switch connectivity? Masuda: So in terms of how the connection works, we wanted to make … Continue reading Game Freak’s Junichi Masuda explains the influence of Pokémon GO on Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu & Eevee, Pokémon Yellow inspiration, Poké Ball Plus and much more

Niantic launches official website and agrees to pay $1,575,000 to settle all Pokémon GO Fest claims

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Pokémon GO developer Niantic has agreed to pay $1,575,000 to settle all Pokémon GO Fest claims. Niantic has also launched its official website for the Pokémon GO Fest settlement: Welcome to the Official Website for the Pokémon GO Fest Settlement   IF YOU ATTENDED THE POKÉMON GO FEST IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS ON JULY 22, 2017, … Continue reading Niantic launches official website and agrees to pay $1,575,000 to settle all Pokémon GO Fest claims

Game Freak’s Junichi Masuda wants Pokémon GO and traditional Pokémon fans to play Pokémon together

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Game Freak director Junichi Masuda has revealed his hopes of trying to unite all types of Pokémon fans, including the millions of Pokémon GO and traditional Pokémon players out there. According to Masuda, the success of Pokémon Go inspired the company to think of Pokemon in a new way. “[R]eally we think it introduced a … Continue reading Game Freak’s Junichi Masuda wants Pokémon GO and traditional Pokémon fans to play Pokémon together

Latios and Latias will no longer appear in Pokémon GO Raid Battles at 20:00 UTC on Tuesday, June 5

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For a limited time, Latios is currently appearing in Europe and Asia and Latias is featured at Pokémon GO Gyms in the Americas and Africa. Both of them will be available in their respective locations only until June 5, 2018, so don’t delay. Latios and Latias will no longer be featured as part of Raid Battles at 20:00 UTC on Tuesday, … Continue reading Latios and Latias will no longer appear in Pokémon GO Raid Battles at 20:00 UTC on Tuesday, June 5

New Sleeping Pokémon Sun and Moon figures feature adorable Pikachu, Alolan Vulpix, Snorlax, Jigglypuff and Rotom Dex

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Takara Tomy Arts has unveiled the second series of its Sleeping Pokémon Sun and Moon figures. As its name suggests, this adorable line consists of sleeping versions of various Pokémon that can be found in the Alola region, including Pikachu, Alolan Vulpix, Snorlax, Jigglypuff and Rotom Dex. These new toys are now available for 200 … Continue reading New Sleeping Pokémon Sun and Moon figures feature adorable Pikachu, Alolan Vulpix, Snorlax, Jigglypuff and Rotom Dex

Official Pokémon mascot Pikachu artwork for the Osaka Kansai Japan Expo 2025

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Last year, Pikachu and Hello Kitty were appointed by Japanese foreign minister Tarō Kōno. The two prominent entertainment icons are officially serving as ambassadors to promote the city of Osaka, Japan, for the Osaka Kansai Japan Expo 2025. The host of the Expo 2025 is scheduled to be announced in November 2018. Meanwhile, The Pokémon … Continue reading Official Pokémon mascot Pikachu artwork for the Osaka Kansai Japan Expo 2025