All qualified 2018 International Challenge January participants receive 50 Battle Points in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon players are now battling using Pokémon from the entire National Pokédex in the 2018 International Challenge January Online Competition, which is officially underway. This is the first Online Competition where Trainers will use the 2018 Championship Series rules. The competition goes until Sunday, January 28, 2017, at 23:59 UTC. Participants are limited … Continue reading All qualified 2018 International Challenge January participants receive 50 Battle Points in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Special Toys “R” Us event celebrates Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Ultra Prism with exclusive poster and Piplup foil card on February 3

The latest Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) expansion, Sun & Moon—Ultra Prism, is almost here! To celebrate, Toys“R”Us stores are hosting a special event for fans across North America. Visit your local Toys“R”Us from noon–2 p.m. on February 3, 2018, to pick up some exciting giveaways—including a special foil Piplup card, Sun & Moon—Ultra Prism … Continue reading Special Toys “R” Us event celebrates Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Ultra Prism with exclusive poster and Piplup foil card on February 3

Full-page ad for Pokémon Crystal on Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console now features in Weekly Famitsu

Originally released for the Game Boy Color system in 2000, the Pokémon Crystal game added several new features to the Pokémon franchise. For the first time, players could choose a female or male character, and Pokémon battles featured animation.  And now, this game is available in 2D via the Virtual Console service and invites you to explore … Continue reading Full-page ad for Pokémon Crystal on Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console now features in Weekly Famitsu

New Nintendo 2DS XL Pikachu Edition now available in stores for a limited time

It's officially January 26, which means the adorable New Nintendo 2DS XL system featuring Pikachu’s iconic face is now available in stores at a suggested retail price of $159.99. The New Nintendo 2DS XL Pikachu Edition system is just as electric as the Pokémon itself, with an eye-catching yellow design featuring a stylized close-up of Pikachu’s face. This special edition system … Continue reading New Nintendo 2DS XL Pikachu Edition now available in stores for a limited time

Alolan Ninetales shines in new Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon episode

The next episode of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon, which is set to first air in Japan on February 1, features various Pokémon and characters – including Ash, Pikachu, Lillie, Alolan Vulpix, Rowlet and Litten. It also includes a scene in which Alolan Ninetales and Alolan Vulpix share a special moment with each other. You … Continue reading Alolan Ninetales shines in new Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon episode

Gameplay footage: First 30 minutes of Pokémon Crystal on Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console

Originally released for the Game Boy Color system in 2000, the Pokémon Crystal game added several new features to the Pokémon franchise. For the first time, players could choose a female or male character, and Pokémon battles featured animation.  And now, this game is available in 2D via the Virtual Console service and invites you to explore … Continue reading Gameplay footage: First 30 minutes of Pokémon Crystal on Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console

Pokémon Daisuki Club mobile app will officially be removed on February 28

The Pokémon Company has announced that the official mobile app for Pokémon Daisuki Club will be removed from app stores on February 28. After it gets removed, users will still be able to access the app, but there is no guarantee that it will be operating to its full extent. In the meantime, fans can … Continue reading Pokémon Daisuki Club mobile app will officially be removed on February 28