Don’t miss out: Buy Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon by January 11 to get Munchlax

Last September, The Pokemon Company and Nintendo unveiled details about a unique Munchlax that evolves into Pulverizing Snorlax for those who purchase Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon by Wednesday, January 11, 2017. The early purchase bonus Munchlax, which must be received via players’ Internet connection by January 11, 2017, is holding a special item called … Continue reading Don’t miss out: Buy Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon by January 11 to get Munchlax

Pokemon New Partner and Full-power Z-Moves themes now available on Nintendo 3DS

Two new themes inspired by Pokemon Sun and Moon have been released for Nintendo 3DS. Available now in Japan, North America, Europe and Australia, the Pokémon New Partner and Pokémon Full-power Z-Moves themes can be purchased from the handheld's Theme Shop for $1.99 each. Pokémon New Partner features the Alola region's starter Pokemon - Rowlet, … Continue reading Pokemon New Partner and Full-power Z-Moves themes now available on Nintendo 3DS

New Pokemon Sun and Moon themes revealed for Nintendo 3DS

A couple new themes based on Pokemon Sun and Moon have been revealed for Nintendo 3DS. The first one showcases the power of Z-Moves by displaying pumped-up versions of Pikachu, Decidueye and Incineroar. The second theme revolves around the three newest starter Pokemon - Litten, Popplio and Rowlet - and is emblazoned with colorful backgrounds … Continue reading New Pokemon Sun and Moon themes revealed for Nintendo 3DS

New Pokemon Sun and Moon anime promo showcases the nature-rich Alola region

A new promo has been unveiled for the original Japanese version of the Pokemon Sun and Moon animated series. It's only 30 seconds long but enough to showcase the nature-rich Alola region, as well as some of the many new Pokemon and characters that Ash and Pikachu are bound to encounter on their travels. You … Continue reading New Pokemon Sun and Moon anime promo showcases the nature-rich Alola region

Z-Moves proved to be challenging to implement in Pokemon Sun and Moon

Every single Pokemon in Pokemon Sun and Moon is capable of using Z-Moves during battles. Implementing this new element proved to be challenging for developer Game Freak, according to producer Junichi Masuda. "Each and every Pokemon are capable of using Z-Moves, so we had to create new animations for all of them as well," Masuda … Continue reading Z-Moves proved to be challenging to implement in Pokemon Sun and Moon

Video: Pokemon Sun and Moon Z-Ring & Z-Crystals TV commercial

The Z-Ring companion accessory by TOMY International is now available for purchase at participating retailers. When a Pokemon Sun or Moon player uses a Z-Move in either game, their real-life Z-Ring is capable of lighting up, vibrating and playing sounds to go along with the in-game video and sounds. See how the Z-Ring and Z-Crystals … Continue reading Video: Pokemon Sun and Moon Z-Ring & Z-Crystals TV commercial

Video: Six explosive Z-Move attacks in Pokemon Sun and Moon

Pokemon Sun and Moon introduce a new element called Z-Moves, which are special moves that a Pokémon can use when it’s holding a Z-Crystal that corresponds to its move’s type. Their effects vary greatly depending on whether they’re based on attack moves or status moves. Check out the video below for gameplay footage of six … Continue reading Video: Six explosive Z-Move attacks in Pokemon Sun and Moon

Snorlium Z allows Snorlax to use its Pulverizing Pancake Z-Move in Pokemon Sun and Moon

Early purchasers of Pokemon Sun or Moon can receive a Munchlax that is holding a special item called Snorlium Z, which enables Snorlax to use an exclusive Z-Move called Pulverizing Pancake. The bonus Munchlax also knows the moves Hold Back and Happy Hour. Try them out for yourself in Pokemon Sun and Moon, which are … Continue reading Snorlium Z allows Snorlax to use its Pulverizing Pancake Z-Move in Pokemon Sun and Moon