Nintendo Co., Ltd., Game Freak and Creatures Co., Ltd. have applied for a trademark for the word "Outbreak." This isn't related to a video game but instead refers to "viewing gardens, viewing caves, providing entertainment and providing information on them." This filing is most likely related to the annual Pikachu Outbreak event, which is currently … Continue reading Nintendo and Pokémon developer Game Freak apply for Outbreak trademark
Mimikyu and Ditto distributions take place in Pokémon Sun and Moon at Pikachu Outbreak 2017
During the Pikachu Outbreak 2017 Carnival Parade in Yokohama, Japan, in addition to the announced distribution of Shiny Pikachu in Pokémon GO, when Mimikyu and a Pikachu Ditto walked by, Pokémon Sun and Moon players were able to download special distributions of both Mimikyu and Ditto. Mimikyu is Level 10 with the moves Copycat, Baby-Doll Eyes, … Continue reading Mimikyu and Ditto distributions take place in Pokémon Sun and Moon at Pikachu Outbreak 2017
Video: Giant Pikachu malfunctions at Pikachu Outbreak 2017 event in Yokohama
During a live performance last week in Yokohama, one of three dancing Pikachu malfunctioned at the Pikachu Outbreak 2017 event. You can see the giant Pikachu acting up in the video below. It didn't seem to notice anything wrong as it kept dancing, regardless of its floppy ears and detached hat. See the malfunction for … Continue reading Video: Giant Pikachu malfunctions at Pikachu Outbreak 2017 event in Yokohama
Photos prove why Pikachu Outbreak 2017 is more like a Pikachu invasion
The annual Pikachu Outbreak event kicked off yesterday, August 9, in Yokohama with a slew of Pikachu taking to the sea and the sky. Even though these events are now held each year, some would say that the 2017 event looked less like an “outbreak” and more like an “invasion.” To see why this is … Continue reading Photos prove why Pikachu Outbreak 2017 is more like a Pikachu invasion
Pictures of Pokémon GO Parks and Pikachu Outbreak 2017 in Yokohama
Various locations in the Japanese city of Yokohama are currently playing host to the annual Pikachu Outbreak event. This year's event consists of merchandise stalls, parades, air ship flyovers and a number of Pokémon GO Parks and stadiums, catering for fans of the phenomenally popular mobile game released last year. Pokémon GO fans can also … Continue reading Pictures of Pokémon GO Parks and Pikachu Outbreak 2017 in Yokohama
Mr. Mime and Unown now available via Pokémon GO Park at Pikachu Outbreak 2017
Pikachu Outbreak 2017 attendees now have an opportunity to find and catch some Pokémon rarely encountered in Japan, including Mr. Mime and Unown, at both Pokémon GO Park events. Additionally, spinning the Photo Disc at the PokéStops found at each of these parks may award Trainers special 2 km Eggs with the potential to hatch … Continue reading Mr. Mime and Unown now available via Pokémon GO Park at Pikachu Outbreak 2017
The Pokémon Company teams up with Facebook for special Pikachu filters in Japan
As part of its plans for Pikachu Outbreak 2017, The Pokémon Company has teamed up with Facebook to offer special Pikachu filters for a limited time in Japan. Until August 20, 2017, Facebook users can surround themselves with a bunch of adorable Pikachu, or they can alter their face to resemble various characteristics of Pikachu, … Continue reading The Pokémon Company teams up with Facebook for special Pikachu filters in Japan
Shiny Pikachu now available in Pokémon GO at Pikachu Outbreak 2017
Shiny Pikachu have begun appearing in Pokémon GO at the Pikachu Outbreak 2017 event today, August 9, in Japan. There are currently no sightings of Shiny Raichu, but Shiny Pikachu is capable of evolving into Shiny Raichu. Niantic has yet to announce when Shiny Pikachu will be released outside of Japan, but stay tuned for … Continue reading Shiny Pikachu now available in Pokémon GO at Pikachu Outbreak 2017