Top 10 public companies by game revenues include Nintendo, Bandai Namco, Apple, Tencent and more

Newzoo recently released its report on the top 25 public game companies from 2017, showing continued growth from the usual suspects over the last year as the gaming industry consolidates further into a handful of companies. The top 25 companies accounted for 77 percent of the total global games market, earning a combined $94.1 billion … Continue reading Top 10 public companies by game revenues include Nintendo, Bandai Namco, Apple, Tencent and more

Pokémon GO developer Niantic confirms Pokémon no longer flee when taking photos using AR+ mode

Pokémon GO developer Niantic has confirmed that Pokémon will no longer flee when taking photos of them using AR+ mode. The company has also shared some Pokémon GO AR+ photos taken by players, which can check out in the embedded gallery below. AR+ mode displays Pokémon fixed to a point in your real-world environment. Pokémon … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic confirms Pokémon no longer flee when taking photos using AR+ mode

New Pokémon GO update version 1.71.1 and 0.101.1 now available on iOS and Android, optimizes aspect ratios, access to Lucky Eggs, Star Pieces and more

Pokémon GO has been updated to version 1.71.1 and 0.101.1 on iOS and Android devices, respectively. This new patch is now available for download across all compatible devices. Official release notes from the development team at Niantic are as follows: Aspect ratios and UI are now optimized for larger screens such as iPhone X and … Continue reading New Pokémon GO update version 1.71.1 and 0.101.1 now available on iOS and Android, optimizes aspect ratios, access to Lucky Eggs, Star Pieces and more

Lightning cable hugging mini Pokémon figures for iPhone feature Vulpix, Eevee, Umbreon, Alolan Vulpix, Espeon and Pikachu

Japanese manufacturer Gray Parka Service has unveiled a new batch of mini Pokémon figures. In addition to being situated in their adorable sleeping poses, these figures are shaped to fittingly hug Lightning cables for Apple's iPhone and other iOS devices. Designs include Vulpix, Eevee, Umbreon, Alolan Vulpix, Espeon and Pikachu. They are scheduled to be … Continue reading Lightning cable hugging mini Pokémon figures for iPhone feature Vulpix, Eevee, Umbreon, Alolan Vulpix, Espeon and Pikachu

You can now rent or buy episodes of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures shortly after their TV debut

Catch Up on Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures Anytime. You can now rent or buy episodes from the latest season of Pokémon the Series shortly after their TV debut. If you want to watch the latest episodes of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures whenever and wherever you want, your opportunity has arrived. New episodes … Continue reading You can now rent or buy episodes of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon—Ultra Adventures shortly after their TV debut

First official Pokémon GO screenshot of the Mythical Pokémon Mew appearing in the wild, plus individual artwork for Mew

Pokémon GO recently implemented a brand-new research feature that encourages players to explore the world by completing a variety of objectives with the opportunity to earn helpful rewards and discover powerful and rare Pokémon, including Legendary Pokémon and even Mythical Pokémon. For the very first time, players of the immensely-popular mobile game can now discover … Continue reading First official Pokémon GO screenshot of the Mythical Pokémon Mew appearing in the wild, plus individual artwork for Mew

Official Detective Pikachu stickers now available on iMessage until June 14

Let Detective Pikachu Speak for You Detective Pikachu has a lot on his mind, as these Messages stickers surely show! Have you ever been texting with someone on your iPhone and suddenly had a bolt of brilliance? If only there was some way to properly express yourself at that moment! Well, wish no more, friends! … Continue reading Official Detective Pikachu stickers now available on iMessage until June 14

Learn how Detective Pikachu Came to Eevee’s Rescue in new eBook Detective Pikachu: Episode 0—Eevee’s Case

How Detective Pikachu Came to Eevee’s Rescue! Learn what happens to the great detective before the start of his new video game with the eBook, “Detective Pikachu: Episode 0—Eevee’s Case.” The new Detective Pikachu video game for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems tells the exciting tale of the titular Pokémon teaming up with Tim … Continue reading Learn how Detective Pikachu Came to Eevee’s Rescue in new eBook Detective Pikachu: Episode 0—Eevee’s Case