Bandai is releasing a new set of 11 Poké Ball-themed containers in Japan, consisting of a standard Poké Ball, Great Ball, Ultra Ball, Master Ball and more. Although they’re designed to hold candy and not Pokémon, these replicas are very detailed and appear to be quite polished. Check out the unboxing video below for a … Continue reading New shiny Poké Ball candy containers revealed for Japan
Chocolate kit released to make your very own Pokémon Sun and Moon-inspired sweets
A new chocolate kit has been released in Japan to allow fans to make their very own Pokémon Sun and Moon-inspired sweets. The kit comes with milk chocolate, white chocolate and Pokémon-shaped molds. The process consists of melting the chocolate and molding it to form Pokémon icons such as Pikachu, Rowlet and a Poké Ball. … Continue reading Chocolate kit released to make your very own Pokémon Sun and Moon-inspired sweets
We used to catch Pokémon wrong in Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow
Did you know that in Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow, it's simply not worth damaging a Pokémon below 1/3 of its HP if you intend to catch it? That'll never improve your chances of a successful catch. Or, did you know that sometimes a Great Ball can offer a marginally better chance at catching a … Continue reading We used to catch Pokémon wrong in Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow
Pokémon-themed Poké Ball protector revealed for Nintendo Switch dock
A Pokémon-themed Poké Ball protector has been revealed for the Nintendo Switch dock, in an effort to help prevent scratches on the console's touchscreen. The protector is now available at Etsy for $19.99 and offers worldwide shipping from the U.S. Its product description in full is as follows: Handmade cover to protect your Nintendo Switch … Continue reading Pokémon-themed Poké Ball protector revealed for Nintendo Switch dock
Electric Pokémon and Pikachu battery packs being recalled for generating too much heat
The Pokémon Company and Tokyo-based electronics maker Nearby Direct recently began selling Pikachu-themed mobile battery packs. However, a statement has since been issued warning consumers that due to inadequacies in the manufacturing process, some users have observed the batteries becoming abnormally hot and generating smoke. The problem affects not only Pikachu-patterned batteries, but those styled … Continue reading Electric Pokémon and Pikachu battery packs being recalled for generating too much heat
Pokémon Mega Construx Bloks showcased in new photos and video
Mega Brands recently added Pokémon to its Mega Construx line. During Mattel’s recent Toy Fair event in New York, it was announced that new Pokémon-themed sets will be released sometime in the fall. They include basic Pokémon in Poké Balls and unique designs of Pokémon like Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Squirtle, Magikarp, Abra, Machop, Zubat and Gyarados. … Continue reading Pokémon Mega Construx Bloks showcased in new photos and video
Pokémon Mega Construx Bloks announced for 2017 release
Pokémon has become the latest license to join Mattel's recently re-branded line of construction toy sets. The first images of the upcoming line of Pokémon Mega Construx give us a look at the Bloks versions of Pikachu, a Poké Ball, a Great Ball and Charizard. “Mega Construx brings the engaging world of Pokémon to life … Continue reading Pokémon Mega Construx Bloks announced for 2017 release
Official patch notes updated for Pokémon GO Johto
Pokémon GO recently began the process of being updated to version 0.57.2 for Android and 1.27.2 for iOS devices. Below are some updated release notes and comments from the development team at Niantic: Over 80 additional Pokémon originally discovered in the Johto region can be caught. Gender-specific variations of select Pokémon can be caught. Added … Continue reading Official patch notes updated for Pokémon GO Johto
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