Straw Hat Pikachu can’t evolve into Raichu in Pokémon GO

Niantic recently hosted a special One Piece-inspired event featuring Straw Hat Pikachu for Pokémon GO. The event took place from July 22 to July 29 and marked the debut of this new hat-wearing Pikachu, inspired by the iconic hat worn by Monkey D. Luffy. Fans also had a chance to encounter Shiny Straw Hat Pikachu … Continue reading Straw Hat Pikachu can’t evolve into Raichu in Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO has been downloaded more than 1 billion times since July 2016

Niantic and The Pokémon Company are continuing to release new commercials for Pokémon GO, as part of their ongoing efforts to heavily promote the immensely popular mobile game. The commercials point out that Pokémon GO has been downloaded more than one billion times across iOS and Android players worldwide since launch. You can check out … Continue reading Pokémon GO has been downloaded more than 1 billion times since July 2016

WSJ reports that indie developers have more support from Nintendo than Sony

According to a recent report by The Wall Street Journal, indie developers say they're getting more support from Nintendo compared to Sony. Read on below for a few excerpts from the report: "Sony is concentrating its attention on large software publishers as it gets ready for the next PlayStation, according to executives at Sony and … Continue reading WSJ reports that indie developers have more support from Nintendo than Sony

Ralts will hatch from Eggs and will be available in raids during August Pokémon GO Community Day

The Psychic- and Fairy-type Pokémon Ralts will be the star of August's Pokémon GO Community Day. Community Day events are taking place in the evening this summer to help players keep cool as they explore during these warmer months. This month's event will happen on Saturday, August 3, 2019, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. … Continue reading Ralts will hatch from Eggs and will be available in raids during August Pokémon GO Community Day

Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian and Zamazenta Edition now available for pre-order at Target

A special Pokémon-themed version of the newly announced Nintendo Switch Lite system will be available in Japan on November 1, followed by a Western launch for North America, Europe and Australia on Nov. 8. The Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian and Zamazenta Edition features stylish cyan and magenta buttons and illustrations of the two new Legendary Pokémon from … Continue reading Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian and Zamazenta Edition now available for pre-order at Target

Video: 31st official Game Freak YouTube video features Pokémon TCG

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】女流棋士山口恵梨子さんに『ポケモンカードゲーム』で挑む!【#ゲームフリーク ひみつきち #31】 女流棋士山口恵梨子さんとゲームフリーク吉田宏信が『ポケモンカードゲーム』で対決します! 【番組内容】 『ポケモンカードゲーム』にハマる女流棋士山口恵梨子さんとゲームフリークの「ポケカサークル」主催者の吉田宏信がプライドをかけて対決します。果たしてどのようなバトルが繰り広げられるでしょうか? 番組コンセプト:「ゲームフリークひみつきち」はゲームフリークの中の人と一緒に“ひみつきち”で遊んでいるかのような気分を味わえる番組を目指します!

Pokémon GO wins Sport in Life award from the Sports Agency, a subsidiary of Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

Pokémon GO has received the Sport in Life award from the Sports Agency, a subsidiary of Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. Read on below for the official announcement: Congratulations to Pokémon GO for receiving the Sport in Life award! Trainers, We are thrilled to share that Pokémon GO has received the … Continue reading Pokémon GO wins Sport in Life award from the Sports Agency, a subsidiary of Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

Evolve Kirlia during or up to one hour after August Pokémon GO Community Day to obtain Gardevoir or Gallade that knows the exclusive move Synchronoise

The Psychic- and Fairy-type Pokémon Ralts will be the star of August's Pokémon GO Community Day. Community Day events are taking place in the evening this summer to help players keep cool as they explore during these warmer months. This month's event will happen on Saturday, August 3, 2019, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. … Continue reading Evolve Kirlia during or up to one hour after August Pokémon GO Community Day to obtain Gardevoir or Gallade that knows the exclusive move Synchronoise