Nintendo Co., Ltd. has officially applied for a trademark for Pikachu Talk, which is the upcoming Pokémon app for Google Home, Google Home Mini and Amazon Alexa devices. Pikachu Talk allows users of either device to communicate with Pokémon’s chief mascot – Pikachu. The app is scheduled to be released by the end of this … Continue reading Nintendo officially applies for new Pikachu Talk trademark
New Pokémon Center merch revealed for the 2018 New Year
The Pokémon Company has unveiled its latest batch of Pokémon-themed merch for the 2018 New Year. Available now via the Pokémon Center in Japan, the new line of New Year's goods features festive Pokémon plushies, mini shimmer, mini pine tree, clear files, special cards, charms, a purse, handkerchief and more. To view individual pictures of … Continue reading New Pokémon Center merch revealed for the 2018 New Year
Detective Pikachu lead role given to Get Down star Justice Smith
Justice Smith has been confirmed to star in the first-ever live-action Pokémon film titled Detective Pikachu. Smith is known for his work in the Netflix musical drama series The Get Down. Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne Johnson were previously rumored to be among Legendary Pictures’ top choices to voice the titular character in Detective … Continue reading Detective Pikachu lead role given to Get Down star Justice Smith
Video: First look at how new Pokémon app Pikachu Talk works on Google Home
A brand-new Pokémon app was recently announced for Google Home and Amazon Alexa. It’s called Pikachu Talk, which allows users of either device to communicate with Pokémon’s chief mascot – Pikachu. The app is scheduled to be released by the end of this year in Japan, followed by a worldwide launch in 2018 and beyond. For … Continue reading Video: First look at how new Pokémon app Pikachu Talk works on Google Home
Pokémon GO developer Niantic reveals new website, logo and first details for Harry Potter: Wizards Unite
It was recently reported that Pokémon GO developer Niantic is working on another AR game based on J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter franchise, titled Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. Niantic has since confirmed the game with early details, launched its official website and revealed its logo. The following post comes from Niantic CEO John Hanke on the official … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic reveals new website, logo and first details for Harry Potter: Wizards Unite
Pokémon GO followup from Niantic is a Harry Potter AR game launching in 2018
Thanks to its tremendous success with Pokémon GO, Niantic is reportedly working on Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, an AR title set to launch in 2018, co-developed by Warner Bros. Interactive and its new sub brand Portkey Games. The upcoming Harry Potter game is similar to Pokémon GO and was rumored last year, when the company noted that it … Continue reading Pokémon GO followup from Niantic is a Harry Potter AR game launching in 2018
Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is coming to DVD and Blu-ray in 2018 in the UK
Manga Entertainment has announced that Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! will officially receive a UK home entertainment release in 2018. A standard DVD edition of the film will be released on February 12, 2018, to coincide with February half term, and a Limited Edition Blu-ray Steelbook is in planning for release on April 30, … Continue reading Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is coming to DVD and Blu-ray in 2018 in the UK
Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon global mission full schedule and titles revealed – November 17 to June 19, 2018
Band together with your fellow Trainers in Pokémon Ultra Sun or Pokémon Ultra Moon global missions: limited-time events where everyone tries to meet a collective goal. If the goal is met, everyone who participated gets a global mission reward! Don’t worry if the goal isn’t reached—you can count on a global mission participation prize for everyone … Continue reading Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon global mission full schedule and titles revealed – November 17 to June 19, 2018