Game Freak is “prioritising original projects more than Pokémon”

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In a recent interview with Video Games Chronicle, Game Freak programmer Masayuki Onoue stated that the studio is more committed to focus on its new original efforts more than Pokémon. Pokémon developer Game Freak is increasingly prioritising original game creation, in order to grow the experience of its staff. That’s according to programmer and director … Continue reading Game Freak is “prioritising original projects more than Pokémon”

Pokémon developer Game Freak’s Giga Wrecker Alt. postponed

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Publisher Rising Star Games have postponed the Japanese release of Pokémon developer Game Freak’s GIGA WRECKER ALT. from May 2, 2019, “due to various circumstances.” The upcoming Nintendo Switch eShop title's page on the official Nintendo UK website still lists a May 2, 2019, release date. What these circumstances are exactly remains to be seen, … Continue reading Pokémon developer Game Freak’s Giga Wrecker Alt. postponed

Game Freak’s Masayuki Onoue explains how Pokémon inspires him to create original games

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Game Freak is best known for the core Pokémon video game series. However, that doesn't mean the studio hasn't worked on other projects over the years, such as HarmoKnight, Pocket Card Jockey, Tembo the Badass Elephant and Giga Wrecker. All four of these games were actually created using an in-house program called “Gear Project,” in … Continue reading Game Freak’s Masayuki Onoue explains how Pokémon inspires him to create original games