Video: Nintendo Labo player creates functioning welcome board with Pikachu

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Nintendo recently launched the first batch of its Nintendo Labo kits, which were designed to offer interactive build-and-play experiences that combine the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch system with the creativity of DIY creations. A number of Nintendo fans have been sharing their Nintendo Labo creations with other players. One such fan managed to create … Continue reading Video: Nintendo Labo player creates functioning welcome board with Pikachu

New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews May 20 episode featuring the Legendary Lugia’s wings

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The Pokémon Company has unveiled the official preview for the next episode of Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?!, which is scheduled to air on Sunday, May 20, in Japan. You can check it out in the video below. As usual, the energetic hosts showcase their love for Pokémon with various games and personalities. In this particular … Continue reading New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews May 20 episode featuring the Legendary Lugia’s wings

Pokémon Center 20th anniversary cubes calendar sold out, more on the way due to high demand

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The original Pokémon Center officially celebrated its 20th anniversary on April 25, 2018. To commemorate this milestone, The Pokémon Company is hosting a huge event until June 30 at Pokémon Centers and Pokémon Store locations throughout Japan. A slew of engaging activities are available for fans to take part in, including exclusive giveaways, battle events, meet-and-greet sessions, as well as distributions for Pokémon … Continue reading Pokémon Center 20th anniversary cubes calendar sold out, more on the way due to high demand

Pikachu originally had an evil-looking second evolution called Gorochu, plus more Pokémon and Pikachu history

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The history behind the design of Pikachu just keeps getting deeper and deeper. In addition to resembling a squirrel, the Pokémon mascot originally had a second evolution called Gorochu, complete with large fangs and two frightening horns. This fact was made known by three key illustrators and designers behind the creation of Pokémon - Ken … Continue reading Pikachu originally had an evil-looking second evolution called Gorochu, plus more Pokémon and Pikachu history

Official Pokémon escape room announced for Japan, Escape from Amusement Park of Wind

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with SCRAP to create an actual Real Escape Game in Japan featuring the Pokémon franchise. It is called Escape from Amusement Park of Wind, themed after Pokémon the Movie: Everyone's Story, in that players assume the role of attendees at the Wind Festival, which is an event that is … Continue reading Official Pokémon escape room announced for Japan, Escape from Amusement Park of Wind

Video: Footage of the adorable Poncho Pikachu show in Japan

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Pokémon fans in Japan recently had a chance to attend an official show featuring the adorable Poncho Pikachu. Organized by The Pokémon Company, this special event officially took place on April 29 in Sunshine City in conjunction with the Pokémon Center. A number of different Poncho Pikachu were on display, including Lugia, Ho-Oh, Mega Sableye, Charizard, … Continue reading Video: Footage of the adorable Poncho Pikachu show in Japan

Video: Pokémon video games retrospective now playing at the Pokémon Center Tokyo DX

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The Pokémon Center Tokyo DX and Pokémon Cafe combo recently opened its doors in Tokyo, Japan. While there have been small Pokémon-themed cafes every now and then, this is the first permanent establishment. To commemorate this occasion, The Pokémon Company and Pokémon Center executives hosted an opening ceremony event, where Pokémon Center president and representative director Yoshinobu Kamogo welcomed the first batch of … Continue reading Video: Pokémon video games retrospective now playing at the Pokémon Center Tokyo DX

Game Freak’s Junichi Masuda tells Pokémon fans to buy Nintendo Switch

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At a recent meet-and-greet in Tokyo, Japan, fans had an opportunity to chat with Game Freak developers Junichi Masuda, Kazumasa Iwao and Shigeru Ohmori at a major Pokémon Center location. During the event, Masuda flat-out told the crowd to purchase a Nintendo Switch console. Here's a translation of this particular comment, addressed to people who … Continue reading Game Freak’s Junichi Masuda tells Pokémon fans to buy Nintendo Switch