Video: Experience Expedition Pikachu takes on various challenges for Pokémon Kids TV

The Pokémon Company recently opened a brand-new YouTube channel called Pokémon Kids TV, which is aimed at young Pokémon fans. You can check out the latest batch of content uploaded to the channel in the embedded video below: 【ポケモン公式】体験探検ピカチュウ部!「びょういん編」-ポケモンKids TV ピカチュウがいろいろなことに挑戦する「体験探検ピカチュウ部!」 今回は、こどもの専門病院「神奈川県立こども医療センター」でいろいろなお仕事を見てきたよ。 取材協力 神奈川県立こども医療センター http://kcmc.kanagawa-pho.jp/ Video: New Pokémon Kids TV song Count On Me features … Continue reading Video: Experience Expedition Pikachu takes on various challenges for Pokémon Kids TV

Video: 48th official Game Freak YouTube series features Shigeki Morimoto, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

One of the latest videos uploaded to Game Freak’s new YouTube channel consists of special recordings in which a number of Game Freak designers are showcased presenting their amazing skills. You can check it out in the embedded video below, followed by the official description: 【公式】嘘つき上等!な『ポケモン』バトルロイヤルでバトルディレクターに挑む!【#ゲームフリーク ひみつきち #48】 ゲームフリークひみつきちに『ポケモン』愛あふれる『人狼ガチ勢』が集結!嘘ついてもOKな『ポケモン』バトルロイヤルをやってみました! 【番組内容】 ゲームフリークのバトルディレクター森本茂樹のもとに、『ポケモン』愛あふれる『人狼ガチ勢』のメンバーが集う新企画がはじまりました!今回は『ポケモン』バトルロイヤルで遊びますが、なんと「嘘つきOK」という追加ルールでやってみました。 出演: ・森本 茂樹(ゲームフリーク) ・永石 … Continue reading Video: 48th official Game Freak YouTube series features Shigeki Morimoto, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Hideki Kamiya of Platinum Games isn’t a fan of the Nintendo Switch menu

The Nintendo Switch hardware sports a simplistic user interface with a main home menu that displays your most recently opened software in a horizontal line. Despite the straightforward approach, Hideki Kamiya of Platinum Games isn't a fan of it. Among a number of other things, Kamiya doesn't like how icons are presented to the player … Continue reading Hideki Kamiya of Platinum Games isn’t a fan of the Nintendo Switch menu

Game industry analyst Dr. Serkan Toto talks Nintendo Switch Pro launch in 2020, new Pokémon GO-style AR game, Super Smash Bros. mobile and more

The folks at GamesIndustry.biz recently interviewed Tokyo-based game industry analyst Dr. Serkan Toto of Kantan Games about some of his predictions for 2020. Read on below for some of his thoughts: Switch Pro launch - There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that Nintendo will launch a "Switch Pro" in 2020, my guess is … Continue reading Game industry analyst Dr. Serkan Toto talks Nintendo Switch Pro launch in 2020, new Pokémon GO-style AR game, Super Smash Bros. mobile and more

New Wild Area event features Magikarp and increased chance of Shiny Magikarp in Max Raid Battles in Pokémon Sword and Shield

Magikarp and Shiny Magikarp are now appearing more frequently in Max Raid Battles for a limited time in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Trainers can check out the Pokémon Dens that dot the Wild Area to battle this gigantic form of Magikarp. A connection to the Internet is required to participate in Max Raid Battles. Connecting … Continue reading New Wild Area event features Magikarp and increased chance of Shiny Magikarp in Max Raid Battles in Pokémon Sword and Shield

Go is beating Ash when it comes to training in the new Pokémon Sword and Shield anime

The latest Pokémon anime series is simply called Pocket Monsters, a direct reference to when the anime first began back in 1997. The setting takes place in all Pokémon regions to date, including Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Unova and Galar. Ash and Pikachu have returned and are joined by a new trainer … Continue reading Go is beating Ash when it comes to training in the new Pokémon Sword and Shield anime

Nintendo is “sorry to keep customers waiting” outside Nintendo TOKYO store

Nintendo's first official store in Japan, Nintendo Tokyo, opened its doors in the Shibuya Parco building as of November 22. The store’s opening coincided with the reopening of Shibuya Parco. Nintendo Tokyo sells video game systems, software, character-based merchandise and more. It will host events and playable game demos on a regular basis. A new … Continue reading Nintendo is “sorry to keep customers waiting” outside Nintendo TOKYO store

Video: Official trailer for the eighth episode of the new Pokémon Sword and Shield anime on January 12

The latest Pokémon anime series is simply called Pocket Monsters, a direct reference to when the anime first began back in 1997. The setting takes place in all Pokémon regions to date, including Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Unova and Galar. Ash and Pikachu have returned and are joined by a new trainer … Continue reading Video: Official trailer for the eighth episode of the new Pokémon Sword and Shield anime on January 12