Pokémon developer Game Freak now hiring programmer, graphic designer and planner

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Pokémon fans residing in Japan have a chance to join the hardworking and passionate team at Game Freak. The studio behind the core Pokémon video game series is currently hiring for multiple positions, including a programmer, graphic designer and planner. Interested applicants are asked to submit their curriculum vitae (CV), relevant samples, health certificate and … Continue reading Pokémon developer Game Freak now hiring programmer, graphic designer and planner

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear as top sellers during Christmas week 2017 in Japan

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Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon for Nintendo 3DS have remained among the top sellers this week following their debut in November 2017 with a significant amount of additional units sold in Japan. Pokkén Tournament DX manages to make another appearance as well. The latest Japanese sales charts are as follows: Software Sales (followed by lifetime sales) [NSW] Super Mario Odyssey (Bundle Version Included) (Nintendo, … Continue reading Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear as top sellers during Christmas week 2017 in Japan

New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews January 14 episode featuring Kommo-o cosplay

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The Pokémon Company has unveiled the official previews for the next episode of Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?!, which is scheduled to air on Sunday, January 14, in Japan. You can check it out in the videos below. As usual, the energetic hosts showcase their love for Pokémon with various games and personalities. In this particular episode, wacky … Continue reading New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews January 14 episode featuring Kommo-o cosplay

New Ash and Pikachu riding Lapras Pokémon figure launches February 2018 in Japan

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To commemorate the Pokémon animated series' 20th anniversary, The Pokémon Company and Bandai unveiled another awesome new figure. Scheduled to launch in Japan sometime in February 2018 for 10,746 yen, the dynamic figure is of Ash and Pikachu riding Lapras over a body of water. Ash and Pikachu may not be able to get off … Continue reading New Ash and Pikachu riding Lapras Pokémon figure launches February 2018 in Japan

Large Magikarp bag revealed as part of Pokémon Research for Japan

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As part of the Pokémon Research line of Pokémon merch, a new bag designed to resemble Magikarp is set to launch early next year in Japan. Priced at 620 yen, the fish-themed bag will be released via a variety of Japanese stores, including the official Pokémon Center from The Pokémon Company. To learn more about … Continue reading Large Magikarp bag revealed as part of Pokémon Research for Japan

Pokémon Crystal now available to pre-purchase and pre-load on Nintendo 3DS eShop in Japan

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The upcoming re-release of Pokémon Crystal requires a total of 130 blocks of free space, which is equivalent to 16 MB. The game will be made available on January 26 for Nintendo 3DS via the Virtual Console service. It is the definitive edition of the second generation of Pokémon titles, which also includes Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver, and … Continue reading Pokémon Crystal now available to pre-purchase and pre-load on Nintendo 3DS eShop in Japan

Pokémon Crystal file size revealed for Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console

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The upcoming re-release of Pokémon Crystal requires a total of 130 blocks of free space, which is equivalent to 16 MB. The game will be made available on January 26 for Nintendo 3DS via the Virtual Console service. It is the definitive edition of the second generation of Pokémon titles, which also includes Pokémon Gold … Continue reading Pokémon Crystal file size revealed for Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console

Get a 360-degree view of the Pokémon With You Pikachu-themed train

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The Pokémon With You train has been aiming to make kids happy in Eastern Japan since 2012. It’s now 2018 and the train recently received a massive makeover, featuring more Pikachu-themed designs. The Pokémon With You train was originally inaugurated to help lift spirits in some of the regions hit hardest by the 2011 Japanese earthquake and tsunami. The … Continue reading Get a 360-degree view of the Pokémon With You Pikachu-themed train