First-ever Pokémon GO Safari Zone in South America now underway in Porto Alegre, Brazil

The world’s first Pokémon GO Safari Zone in South America is now taking place along the Guaíba Riverbank in the city of Porto Alegre, Brazil. From Friday, January 25, to Sunday, January 27, Trainers of all ages are able to catch a wide variety of Pokémon, including some rarely seen throughout South America. This is … Continue reading First-ever Pokémon GO Safari Zone in South America now underway in Porto Alegre, Brazil

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirms “our focus as a business could shift away from home consoles”

In a recent interview with Nikkei, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa shared some of his thoughts in regard to the risk of being in the entertainment industry, his approach in leading the company, the difficult task of innovating and fluctuations in business performance. Read on below for a fan translation of the discussion: You’ve put out … Continue reading Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirms “our focus as a business could shift away from home consoles”

Tsutaya stores now serve as official PokéStops and Pokémon GO Gyms throughout Japan

Pokémon GO developer Niantic has teamed up with Tsutaya to make more than 1,200 Tsutaya stores PokéStops and Pokémon GO Gyms throughout Japan. These new in-game locations are available now and serve as normal PokéStops and Gyms, where players can battle and receive special items by spinning Photo Discs. To learn more about this collaboration, … Continue reading Tsutaya stores now serve as official PokéStops and Pokémon GO Gyms throughout Japan

Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up Prerelease Tournaments now available until January 27

Pokémon TCG Prerelease tournaments let players be the first to get their hands on the newest expansion and try out the latest cards in action. Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up Prerelease tournaments are being held January 19–27, 2019, shortly before the expansion launches on February 1. Check with your local game store to see when they're hosting … Continue reading Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Team Up Prerelease Tournaments now available until January 27

First-ever Pokémon GO Safari Zone in South America kicks off tomorrow, January 25, featuring rare Pokémon, Shiny Psyduck, Shiny Golduck and more

The world’s first Pokémon GO Safari Zone in South America will take place along the Guaíba Riverbank in the city of Porto Alegre, Brazil. From Friday, January 25, to Sunday, January 27, Trainers of all ages will be able to catch a wide variety of Pokémon, including some rarely seen throughout South America. This is … Continue reading First-ever Pokémon GO Safari Zone in South America kicks off tomorrow, January 25, featuring rare Pokémon, Shiny Psyduck, Shiny Golduck and more

The Pokémon Company wants to know if you’re wearing Team Aqua or Team Magma avatar items in Pokémon GO

Niantic recently announced a brand-new Hoenn-themed event for Pokémon GO. From now until January 29 at 1 p.m. PST, Pokémon originally discovered in the Hoenn region are appearing more frequently in the wild. Plus, if you evolve Shroomish into Breloom during the event, it will know the exclusive move Grass Knot. See more details below: Event Date + … Continue reading The Pokémon Company wants to know if you’re wearing Team Aqua or Team Magma avatar items in Pokémon GO

Simple Symphony Online Competition now underway in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, all participants can receive 50 Battle Points

The Simple Symphony Online Competition - which revolves around Pokémon that have only one type - is now underway for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon players. The competition is currently running until Sunday, January 27, 2019 (23:59 UTC). Trainers are limited to 15 battles per day, with unplayed battles carrying over to the next day. All qualified … Continue reading Simple Symphony Online Competition now underway in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, all participants can receive 50 Battle Points

New Poké Plush of all 21 starter Pokémon now available at the Pokémon Center, from Bulbasaur to Litten

Brand-new Poké Plush of all starter Pokémon are now available for purchase at the official Pokémon Center, from Bulbasaur to Litten. There are standard sized plush of each starter fo $14.99, with more expensive larger sizes available as well. For those who don't know, there are a total of 21 starter Pokémon to date - … Continue reading New Poké Plush of all 21 starter Pokémon now available at the Pokémon Center, from Bulbasaur to Litten