Pokemon Sun and Moon’s director explains Alolan Exeggutor’s funky design

Alolan Exeggutor was one of the first Alolan Pokemon revealed for Pokemon Sun and Moon. Unlike regular Exeggutor, the Alola Variant has a total of four heads - one of which is on its tail. Speaking to Kotaku, game director Shigeru Ohmori of Game Freak explained why his team went with a funky design for Alolan Exeggutor. … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon’s director explains Alolan Exeggutor’s funky design

Pokemon Sun and Moon’s director explains the inspiration for the new Alola region

Pokemon Sun and Moon are set in an all-new region called Alola. It features a tropical atmosphere inspired by the Hawaii. Speaking to Game Informer, Game Freak director Shigeru Ohmori explained why his team decided to model Alola after the U.S. state. "I have been to Hawaii a lot on vacations, and I know how … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon’s director explains the inspiration for the new Alola region

Z-Moves in Pokemon Sun and Moon aren’t just for attacking

Pokemon Sun and Moon introduce a new element called Z-Moves, which are described as powerful moves that can only be used once during battle and are the result of both the Trainer and Pokemon releasing their full power together when their wishes resonate with each other. "With the Z-Moves, each of them are an extension … Continue reading Z-Moves in Pokemon Sun and Moon aren’t just for attacking

Pokemon Sun and Moon developers reveal which starter they prefer

Pokemon Sun and Moon producer Junichi Masuda and director Shigeru Ohmori of Game Freak have revealed which of the three starters they prefer. In a phone interview with Kotaku, Masuda revealed that he'd probably go with Litten. “At home I have a really tiny cat,” Masuda said. “…it’s 3 kilograms. it crawls around, gets right … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon developers reveal which starter they prefer

Video: Pokemon Sun and Moon’s producer explains what the “Masuda method” is

If you're not familiar with the "Masuda method," the video below does a good job of explaining exactly what it is:

Pokemon Sun and Moon developers will be answering fan questions

Pokemon fans can get answers about Pokemon Sun and Moon directly from the developers themselves. Via Nintendo's official Australia and New Zealand Twitter handle, you can pose questions to Game Freak producer Junichi Masuda and director Shigeru Ohmori. Over 100 questions have already been asked, and the developers will get back to some of them in … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon developers will be answering fan questions

The first footage of Pokemon Sun and Moon will be unveiled next week

It won't be much longer until we find out more about Pokemon Sun and Moon. The very first footage of the upcoming Pokemon games will air on Sunday, April 3, during a weekly variety show called Gathering at the Pokemon House in Japan. According to Serebii, the episode will feature Pokemon series director Junichi Masuda, battle … Continue reading The first footage of Pokemon Sun and Moon will be unveiled next week