Third Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon global mission already successful, free Festival Coins for all participants

The “Win at the Battle Agency!” global mission may have kicked off just yesterday, but Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon players have already managed to make it a success. Players have officially won a collective 100,000 times between January 9, 2018, at 0:00 (UTC) and January 22, 2018, at 23:59 (UTC). Because of this, every participant will receive … Continue reading Third Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon global mission already successful, free Festival Coins for all participants

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon is the best-selling retail game of 2017 in Japan

The domestic Japanese video game market is up 172.9% in 2017 from 2016 for hardware and 103.8% in software thanks to the success of Nintendo Switch, which was the best-selling dedicated game system for the year with 3,407,158 units sold. PlayStation 4 took second place with 1,935,247 units sold, narrowly beating Nintendo 3DS, which achieved … Continue reading Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon is the best-selling retail game of 2017 in Japan

Pokémon developer Game Freak now hiring programmer, graphic designer and planner

Pokémon fans residing in Japan have a chance to join the hardworking and passionate team at Game Freak. The studio behind the core Pokémon video game series is currently hiring for multiple positions, including a programmer, graphic designer and planner. Interested applicants are asked to submit their curriculum vitae (CV), relevant samples, health certificate and … Continue reading Pokémon developer Game Freak now hiring programmer, graphic designer and planner

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear as top sellers during Christmas week 2017 in Japan

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon for Nintendo 3DS have remained among the top sellers this week following their debut in November 2017 with a significant amount of additional units sold in Japan. Pokkén Tournament DX manages to make another appearance as well. The latest Japanese sales charts are as follows: Software Sales (followed by lifetime sales) [NSW] Super Mario Odyssey (Bundle Version Included) (Nintendo, … Continue reading Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear as top sellers during Christmas week 2017 in Japan

Nintendo Russia says “expect something soon” regarding January Direct

Recently-surfaced rumors suggest that a new Nintendo Direct presentation is imminent, with fans speculating that it will take place sometime this month. According to a member on the popular gaming forum ResetEra, the upcoming broadcast is scheduled to air on January 11. However, Nintendo Russia recently teased that fans can expect an announcement soon. The … Continue reading Nintendo Russia says “expect something soon” regarding January Direct

Pokémon Shuffle adds new Minior stage, Latios Escalation, Pikachu Celebration, Giratina Origin Forme and more

A few brand-new challenges have begun in both Pokémon Shuffle and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile. First is a new stage featuring Minior, which runs until January 23. Next, a Latios Escalation Battle has begun until January 23. Finally, the Dialga, Palkia, Zekrom and White Kyurem stages have begun a repeat run. In addition to this, the … Continue reading Pokémon Shuffle adds new Minior stage, Latios Escalation, Pikachu Celebration, Giratina Origin Forme and more

2018 International Challenge January Online Competition announced for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Try new tactics using the 2018 Championship Series format in the 2018 International Challenge January Online Competition. With the new regulations in place, Pokémon throughout the National Pokédex—excluding Mythical Pokémon and some Legendary Pokémon—are permitted in battle. It’s a great opportunity to showcase new strategies and try out fresh ideas. The competition features Double Battles … Continue reading 2018 International Challenge January Online Competition announced for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Third Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon global mission now underway, Win at the Battle Agency!

Travel to Festival Plaza and prepare for anything in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon during the “Win at the Battle Agency!” global mission. The goal is to win as many times as possible at the Battle Agency in Festival Plaza during the mission period! If players win a collective 100,000 times between January … Continue reading Third Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon global mission now underway, Win at the Battle Agency!