Pokémon News
September2016
News New Version-Exclusive Pokémon, Pokémon Refresh and More Shown Off for Sun and Moon
Pikachu does a Z-Move dance, too
New details were promised today for Pokémon Sun and Moon, and thankfully they've been delivered. A new trailer unveils some new 'mon, shows off some details previously seen in CoroCoro Magazine and highlights other key features. First of all, the new video is below; if you don't want to see the new Pokémon or...
"We will make games for the NX"
Pokémon Company president Tsunekazu Ishihara has told The Wall Street Journal that Pokémon titles will be forthcoming on the new Nintendo NX, a system which he describes as blurring the lines between home console and handheld. Ishihara refused to confirm if a Pokémon title would launch alongside the NX in March...
News Livestreamed Mugging Highlights The Dangers Of Playing Pokémon GO Late At Night
Warning: distressing footage contained within
Pokémon GO has enraptured millions, generated plenty of cash for the companies involved and encouraged plenty of players to get on their feet in search of monsters. However, it's worth noting that despite the promise of elusive beasts and the obvious health benefits involved, there are risks worth...
Video Fans Are Getting Bent Out Of Shape By The New Pokémon Sun And Moon Anime
"Is this fan-made?"
The Pokémon anime is officially one of the longest-running animated franchises of all time, and over its five different series - split into 19 seasons - we've seen the lead characters change a little in general appearance. However, some fans have reacted rather badly the the teaser for the new Sun and Moon anime, based on...
News Turns Out You Can Capture New Pokémon With The Pokémon GO Plus
Does anyone really know exactly what this thing does?
The Pokémon GO Plus is released today, and is sure to be a must-have item for seasoned fans of the app. When it was first announced, information regarding its functionality seemed to indicate that it would be an optional accessory rather than something that is instrumental to the core...
Review Pokémon GO Plus - The Original PGO Companion Device
It's all in the wrist
When The Pokémon Company revealed Pokémon GO last year, it also proudly displayed the Pokémon GO Plus device. With a design which playfully mixed the iconic Pokéball with Google's map pin, this Bluetooth-powered lump of plastic was pitched as an optional extra that would make the process of playing the game every day that...
News EA Had Plans To Create Its Own Pokémon Competitor
PokEAmon?
Even long before Pokémon GO, rival games companies looked on enviously at the Pokémon franchise and wanted to get a slice of the action for themselves. Who can forget Invizimals on the Sony PSP? OK, bad example! Australian indie developer Nic Watt, from Nnooo which has published multiple Nintendo eShop titles, recently revealed on the...
Video Official Trailer Shows Off More Pokémon Sun and Moon Ultra Beasts
Next batch of information due on 20th September
Earlier this week we had the traditional CoroCoro magazine leaks that included new details around Pokémon Sun and Moon. Now there are official trailers to show off two of the Ultra Beasts that were shown; so, as always, only read on if you want to see them. Sun and Moon will have different 'UB-02'...
Guide Everything You Need To Know About The Pokémon GO Plus
Catching them all just got easier
The Pokémon GO Plus arrives at retail this week after a lengthy delay, but there's still an awful lot of confusion about what this diminutive device actually does, what it's limitations are and how it can be used to improve your Pokémon GO experience. Fear not however, because we've compiled this handy one-stop...
News Pokémon GO Plus Does Track Distance Covered, Contrary To Nintendo's Official Line
Early reports spill the beans
Distance plays a huge role in Pokémon GO. It's used not only to hatch eggs, but since the recent update it also allows your buddy Pokémon to earn candy. Therefore, when it was announced that the Pokémon GO Plus device - which launches this week - would not track your distance when in use, many people expressed...
News One-On-One Battles Could Come To Pokémon GO In The Future
"It's probably something that will make its way onto our roadmap"
Pokémon GO developer Niantic has already promised more updates to the core app - including the ability to trade monsters with other players - but studio CEO John Hanke has revealed that one-on-one battles may also be featured in the future. Speaking at TechCrunch Disrupt
News Pokémon GO "Pretty Likely" To Come To Android Wear As Well As Apple Watch, Says Niantic CEO
"We’ll look into supporting those, too"
Apple made quite a splash the other week when it revealed that its Apple Watch wearable will be getting a special version of Pokémon GO. Many assumed that this new app would be exclusive to Apple devices, but that doesn't seem to be the case. John Hanke, CEO of Niantic, has revealed in an interview with...
News Check out These Pokémon Stickers for iMessage
Worth $2?
One of the cool new additions to iOS 10 is the ability to use Stickers in iMessage to give messages a bit more visual flair. Super Mario Run already led the charge on these, and now it seems that Pokémon is getting in on the action. If you look here on the app store, you can download a set of Pokémon stickers for $2. The popularity of...
Dual Pack also confirmed, with extra Poké Balls
A lot of focus will go to Pokémon Sun and Moon as we head towards November, with Nintendo and The Pokémon Company likely to go big with their arrival on 3DS. In good news for North American gamers a limited edition hardware iteration previously confirmed for Europe and Japan is now definitely coming...
Random Walking 10km With Pikachu As Your Buddy Creates A Stronger Bond In Pokémon GO
Just like Ash!
Pokémon GO's latest update introduces the Buddy system, which has to rank as one of the most significant changes since the title launched a few months ago. Using this system, you can assign a 'mon as your buddy and they will walk alongside you, earning candies as they go. This new mechanic also introduces a cool Easter Egg which...
Review Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky (DS)
The sky's the limit
Though the core series still delivers by far the most popular kind of Pokémon games, the Mystery Dungeon series has still done a good job of establishing its own identity and setting itself apart. As the third and final game in the DS set of games for the series, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky provides a charming...
News CoroCoro Reveals Rockruff's Evolution & New Ultra Beasts for Pokémon Sun and Moon
Night and Day, Beauty and Expansion
The newest batch of information about Pokémon Sun and Moon has come from CoroCoro, with leaked scans making their way online as per tradition. If you don't want to know more, then we do wonder why you clicked on this article; if you do want to know and see more, read on. For a start, Rockruff's evolved form has...
News Buddy Pokémon Arrive in GO Update as Niantic Continues to Target "Bots and Scrapers"
Rolling out right now
A little while ago we told you that Buddy Pokémon had been confirmed for Pokémon GO; this allows you to pick your favourite 'mon to appear next to your Trainer's avatar, and will also bring some extra rewards. Niantic has now confirmed that the update is going live around the world, so it should be a matter of time before...
News Pokémon GO Sets Another Record as it Reaches $500 Million in Customer Spend
Yep, it's super effective
Earlier this week it was announced that Pokémon GO had passed 500 million downloads. According to App Annie, that's also a significant number in terms of revenue from customers, with the analytics company declaring that GO is the fastest mobile game to make $500 million worldwide in customer spend. You don't need to be a...
News Snazzy Japanese Pokémon Sun and Moon Trailer Showcases Fresh Footage
More reveals due on 14th September
Earlier this week there was a glut of new information related to Pokémon Sun and Moon, which are all set to keep 3DS owners busy later this year. The Pokémon Company is eager to ensure that the hype train doesn't slow down, either, as another set of reveal details is due on 14th September at the now-usual time of...
News Pokémon GO Plus Launches On September 16th
Delayed device finally hitting retail
Nintendo has confirmed that the delayed Pokémon GO Plus will be arriving in stores on September 16th. The device - which connects to your phone via a low-energy Bluetooth link and allows you to plunder Pokéstops and catch monsters in Pokémon GO without having to pull your handset out of your pocket - was...
News Pokémon GO Confirmed for Apple Watch
Due out this year, primarily focused on fitness
With Pokémon GO Plus add-on expected soon and the app still performing well, Niantic CEO John Hanke appeared at the Apple Conference today to unveil a version of the game for Apple Watch. This version is an accompaniment rather than being an iteration of the full game, with its focus very much on...
Guide How to Build a Level Ten Gym in Pokémon GO in Under an Hour
Ten monsters to a landmark
Gyms are a key part of the whole Pokémon GO experience, but you often have to spend hours or amass a giant group to effectively defend any one you may be a part of. Well, not any more! By following the strategy detailed in the video above - props to The Silph Road for discovering this - you too can make a gym level ten...
News Niantic Already Working On New Apps As Pokémon GO Passes The $440 Million Mark
"We have some projects that are in the early stages now"
Niantic has gone from being a near-unknown to one of the most famous developers on the planet thanks to the astonishing success of Pokémon GO, the monster-catching smartphone app which the company developed in conjunction with The Pokémon Company. Niantic's previous release, Ingress, laid...
Gallery A Closer Look At The Aether Foundation, Ultra Beasts and More in Pokémon Sun and Moon
Also the Poké Finder and reasons for the time split between versions
Earlier today The Pokémon Company unveiled more details on Pokémon Sun and Moon. Somewhat appropriately considering the fact these entries are kickstarting a new generation, there were entirely new features, a notable nod to a retro classic, all-new Pokémon and some surprises...
Video Latest Pokémon Sun And Moon 'Train On' Featurette Tests The Limits Of Friendship
Try not to fall out over Pokémon battles
Part of the promotional activity for Pokémon Sun and Moon includes a mini-series of featurettes which focus on a Japanese boy making friends in a new country. The first episode showed how the power of Pokémon can build bridges, and now we've got a sequel which focuses on the game's ability to mend battered...
News Different Time Periods, New Pokémon and Snap-style Mode Confirmed for Pokémon Sun and Moon
Allies and interesting story focus also revealed
Pokémon Sun and Moon now have their latest trailer full of reveals, and it's a goodie. It packs a lot into a short video, and even includes a few surprising revelations that not many (outside of coming across leaks) would have predicted. If you want to see it all for yourself, check out the trailer...
News Pokémon GO's Success Has Convinced Sony To Perform About-Face On Mobile Gaming
"Pokémon GO is a real game-changer"
Sony boss Kaz Hirai has revealed that the incredible success of Pokémon GO has encouraged the company to reassess its stance in the smartphone gaming arena. Sony's ambitious PlayStation Mobile platform was put out to pasture last year after failing to find lasting success, but Hirai has told
Random Car Insurance Firm Pokes Fun At Those Who Pokémon GO Behind The Wheel
"Don't catch and drive"
You should never play Pokémon GO when you're behind the wheel of a car - that much is obvious. Just like sending a text or taking a phone call, it's a distraction which dramatically increases the chances of you getting into an accident. Niantic has even gone as far as to include a warning message in the game which pops up...
News Buddy Pokémon Confirmed by Niantic for Pokémon GO
You've got a friend in Meowth
Earlier this week data miners sifted through the latest Pokémon GO update and discovered code for Buddy Pokémon. That leak was clearly spotted by Niantic, as it's now confirmed that the feature is on the way; it's "just around the corner", so could arrive any time soon. The details are as expected, ultimately -...
Video Awesome Japanese Trailer Localised for Pokémon Sun and Moon 'Train On' Series
Charm is super effective
Way back when Pokémon Sun and Moon had their full unveiling - through full commercials after an initial tease weeks earlier - we saw different marketing approaches. The Western reveal trailers featured familiar music and lots of clips of the game, while in Japan there was a video with a short narrative. We rather liked the...
News Mythical Pokémon Victini Now Available in Latest Anniversary Distribution
This is what winning feels like, Pokémon fans
With Pokémon in its 20th Anniversary year we've been getting one Mythical Pokémon every month for the current-gen games, each available for a few weeks. This month's offering is Victini, which is available until 24th September through the Nintendo Network; it originally appeared in Pokémon Black and...
News Alolan Rattata and Special Z-Moves Revealed for Pokémon Sun and Moon
Who knew Snorlax could move so fast?
Among some of the first news out of today's 3DS-focused Nintendo Direct was some new information about the upcoming Pokémon Sun and Moon, including some interesting insights about Z-Moves. Truly one of the most ubiquitous Pokémon, Rattata seems to now have an Alolan form. Alolan Rattata is Dark/Normal type and...
August2016
News Build-A-Bear's Web Exclusive Eevee Plush Goes On Sale Early, Promptly Sells Out
Standard toy still available in-store, though
Build-A-Bear Workshop has been riding the Pokémon hype train pretty well in recent months thanks to its adorable Pikachu plush which you can stuff yourself in-store, if you so wish. The retailer has now taken a second bite of the 'mon cherry with a cute and cuddly Eevee, and even went as far as to...
News Niantic Is Lifting Some Pokémon GO Account Bans
"Our main priority is to provide a fair, fun, and legitimate experience"
In the past few weeks we've seen Pokémon GO developer Niantic drop the ban hammer on some accounts due to the use of tools which make it easier to locate monsters and gain an advantage over rival players. Some of these bans are the result of players using seemingly innocent...
Random Disgruntled Young Pokémon GO Fan Makes Satirical Game About Playing in the Suburbs
"I've managed to teach myself Javascript just to make a statement"
Pokémon GO has, in most ways, been a terrific success for Niantic and The Pokémon Company. Yet despite its record breaking success it's also earned its share of critics, with some of the most dedicated players and franchise fans among those disgruntled at various aspects of the...
News This Pokémon Eevee Plush Aims To Make Typing More Comfortable
Looks like it might just get in the way, if you ask us
Remember the massive Snorlax bean bag? Well, Bandai is back with another cuddly Pokémon product - and this time, it's Eevee's turn to be immortalised in soft material. This particular soft toy comes with a cushion (designed to look like a cute little keyboard) which you can rest your arms on...
Gallery A Closer Look at the Pokémon Pop-Up Store In London
Insert Coin and get a cool t-shirt
It feels like only a matter of hours since we reported on Insert Coin's lovely Pokémon pop-up store in London, UK; in fact, it has only been a few hours. It's proved to be so super-effective that our resident Pokémon fan Arjun has rushed to the big smoke to catch 'em all... and update his Autumn/Fall wardrobe no...
News Insert Coin's New Range Of Pokémon Shirts Is Super Effective
We'll take the lot
UK video game clothing firm Insert Coin has teamed up with The Pokémon Company to create a new range of designs, and unveiled them at a pre-launch event in London this week. The Pokémon x Insert Coin pop-up shop opens today and will be doing business until 30th August at London's Old Truman Brewery. The store isn't just selling...
News Puns and Timing Pinpointed As Reasons for a Pokémon Absence in Rio Olympics Closing Ceremony
Mario won his place in the spotlight
Just recently Mario starred alongside iconic parts of Japanese culture (including Pac-Man, Doraemon and more) in a flashy presentation video at the Rio 2016 Olympics closing ceremony. It was part of the handover to Tokyo, which is hosting the 2020 games, and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe emerged from a pipe...
News Recent Data Highlights Gradual Decline in Pokémon GO Users and Engagement
It's still doing rather well, though
Pokémon GO had a staggering launch, even when its roll-out was rather slow and steady. It set new records in revenues and was even threatening the likes of Google Maps in terms of daily users, a rather extraordinary state of affairs. Those levels were never going to last, naturally, and though gradual updates...
Guide How to Locate Any PokéStop or Gym in Pokémon GO
One simple site
Pokémon GO has had a veritable smorgasbord of apps and websites dedicated to providing additional information for the budding Pokémaniac, sometimes not always for wholly positive reasons in the eyes on Niantic. Thankfully the site featured in the video above is built with the best intentions of providing users with a conclusive...
Weirdness Pokémon GO Triggers Massive Trainer Stampedes In Taiwan
Lots of people, all trying to be the very best
While the latest data suggests that Pokémon GO has peaked in terms of popularity, it's still one of the most-played games on the planet right now - as these chaotic scenes from Taiwan attest. Various sightings in the country have triggered massive stampedes as people rush to catch rare monsters. On...
News Pokémon GO Player Aims For Million XP In 24 Hours, Unwittingly Triggers Anti-Cheat Mechanism
"Games are meant to be played, and in my opinion played well"
The topic of cheating in Pokémon GO has been a hot one over the past week or so as Niantic attempts to deal with the hordes of players who are seeking a means of getting an unfair advantage in the game, but it would seem that the automatic measures put in place by the developer can be a...
News Pokémon GO Player Apparently Gets Belgium's Biggest Mobile Network Banned
UPDATE: Ban now lifted, Proximus confirms "security" issue was to blame
Update: It would seem that the ban has been lifted this morning, with Proximus confirming that a security issue was indeed to blame. Original story: Niantic has been stepping up its game when it comes to banning people in Pokémon GO. It would seem there are quite a few ways...
News We Almost Got A Pokémon And Fire Emblem Crossover Game
Pokémon Conquest and Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE got made instead
Pokémon is a real money-maker for all concerned right now, but the franchise has a strong commercial history behind it, and that has led to some interesting spin-off titles - Pokémon Conquest being one notable example. However, had that particular release not happened we could well...
News Four New Pokémon Revealed For Pokémon Sun And Moon
The roster continues to grow
The Pokémon Company has just revealed four brand new Pocket Monsters for Pokémon Sun and Moon, which is due to arrive on the 3DS later this year. The new monsters were shown off at the ongoing 2016 Pokémon World Championships and their names are Crabawler, Sandygast, Palossand and Stufful. Crabawler is a...
News Italian Bishop Likens Pokémon GO To Nazism, Claims It Turns Players Into "Walking Dead"
App has "alienated thousands and thousands of young people"
Pokémon GO may have captured the hearts and minds of millions of players all over the globe, but like so many elements of popular culture - and the Pokémon craze in general, it should be remembered - it hasn't made fans of everyone. Agence France-Presse reports that Antonio Stagliano,
News 3DS Claims Top Spot in July NPD US Results, Helped by Pokémon and Monster Hunter Generations
Capcom scores another hit with the monstrous IP
Although there were informal mutterings around results last week, the NPD US sales details for July are starting to go public; Nintendo, in a break from recent convention, has news so good that it's leapt out with a press release to sum up its successes. Bear in mind the NPD results only account for...
News New Pokémon Revealed in Gamescom Sun and Moon Presentation
"To shell with you" will be its finishing line
Pokémon Sun and Moon are now just three months away, which is actually quite close in the world of extended 'mon hype building. A little more of the game was shown off at Gamescom, which is currently overcrowding an expo venue in Germany, and the key reveal was a new Pokémon. This one is called...
News Niantic Is Dropping The Ban Hammer On Pokémon GO Players Who "Cheat"
"Your account has been terminated"
Like any game that becomes stupidly popular, Pokémon GO has seen its fair share of "cheaters" - people who use shady measures to get an unfair advantage over others. In Pokémon GO's case, this includes faking your location to rake in items and capture Pokémon, using third-party trackers to pinpoint certain...
News French Mayor Says "Non" To Pokémon GO
Zut Alors!
It seems like the whole world has gone crazy trying to catch 'em all sometimes, such is the worldwide success of Pokémon GO. However Bressolles Mayor Fabrice Beauvois has had enough of mischievous Pokémons causing mayhem in the village of about 800 inhabitants northeast of Lyon which he presides over. The French mayor has mailed a...
News Pokémon Spin-Off Pokkén Tournament Ships One Million Units Worldwide On Wii U
Fighting all over the world
Bandai Namco has confirmed that Pokkén Tournament has shipped one million units globally - no mean feat for a Wii U game. The fighting title - which is best described as a crossover between Tekken and Pokémon - launched in arcades before coming to Nintendo's home console, and has secured a sizeable audience which...
Movie looks set to be Legendary
The Pokémon brand is so hot right now thanks to the incredible success of Pokémon GO, so the race is on to produce the live-action Pokémon movie while the hype train is running at full steam. Legendary Entertainment is partnering with The Pokémon Company to launch the first live-action Pokemon film franchise with...
News Work For Volkswagen? Better Delete Pokémon GO From Your Phone
The only bug you're going to catch is the Beetle
Yesterday we reported on the news that people working inside The Pentagon have been instructed not to play Pokémon GO due to security concerns, and today we've got another sad tale - German automobile maker Volkswagen has told 70,000 of its staff that they have to delete the game from their phones...
"Our own feelings about this situation are completely different"
Fan-made title Pokémon Uranium arrived on the scene recently and was downloaded over 1.5 million times. The news yesterday that its developers had voluntarily removed the official download links from the web triggered speculation that Nintendo'
Nintendo Download 18th August (Europe)
PONCHO, Pokémon and lots of discounts!
There's a whole smorgasbord of Wii U and 3DS eShop goodies for you to feast on this week. If one of the many new releases doesn't grab your fancy, there are tons of tempting discounts to consider also. Let's get to it! Wii U eShop: PONCHO (Rising Star Games, €8.99 / £7.99) - Explore an open world full of...
News Pokémon GO Predicted To Make More Than One Billion Dollars Worldwide In 2016
Could exceed global box-office for 2016’s highest-grossing film
While there are a great many people out there hoping that the Pokémon GO bubble is about to burst, the figures indicate that is unlikely to happen any time soon.
News Fan-Made Title Pokémon Uranium Withdrawn By Creators Following Cease And Desist Fears
Not before more than 1.5 million downloads, mind
Last week we reported on Pokémon Uranium, a fan-made PC outing in the Pokémon universe which took 9 years to produce. Boasting it has its own region, characters and (naturally) fresh 'mon, Uranium also features online trading and battling. The game was so popular that the servers quickly buckled...
News Pokémon Snap Confirmed For Wii U Virtual Console Release This Week
Todd Snap is back in business
One of the most beloved entries in the Pokémon series is finally making its way to the Wii U Virtual Console this week. Originally intended for the 64DD add-on, Pokémon Snap launched in 1999 (2000 in Europe) on the Nintendo 64 and for many fans presented the first look at Pocket Monsters in 3D. The game plays like an...
News Satoru Iwata Offered Pokémon GO Feedback From His Hospital Bed
Former Nintendo president worked closely on the game
It's been more than a year since Satoru Iwata sadly passed away, leaving behind an enviable legacy in the video game arena. However, his influence is still being felt in one of Nintendo's more recent successes, Pokémon GO. Iwata was the in charge when the bold choice was made to expand...
News United States Department Of Defense Bans Pokémon GO At The Pentagon
"Poses a potential a security risk", apparently
Pokémon GO's hold on mobile phone users shows little sign of weakening, so much so that workers at the Pentagon are being told they're not allowed to use the app when on the premises. The move follows concerns that the game could potentially used to spy on activities within the facility, which houses...
Poll How Excited Are You About Pokémon Sun and Moon?
We know quite a lot about the games now...
Pokémon Sun and Moon, combined together, are the main event for 3DS this year. The hype and buzz around Pokémon GO hasn't exactly harmed awareness of the upcoming portable titles, and The Pokémon Company has also been upping its game with a number of major reveals. In recent times it's unveiled new...
News US Online Retailers Enjoy a Pokémon Merchandise Sales Spike During GO Craze
"It feels like the ’90s all over again"
Since Pokémon GO arrived and went viral in early July plenty of businesses have benefitted. Nintendo saw its shares spike and, despite a drop-off, still settle at a higher point than before the app's release. McDonald's in Japan has seen increased revenues with help from a GO tie-in, and even smaller...
Gallery A Closer Look at Team Skull and New Pocket Monsters in Pokémon Sun and Moon
The 'Ruffians of Team Skull', no less
Over the past 24 hours, The Pokémon Company has reacted to leaks by bringing forward its latest set of reveals for Pokémon Sun and Moon. Originally due on 12th August, online leaks prompted the early posting of the Japanese trailer, with the Western equivalent following on 24 hours
News Localised Trailer and Updates Show Off Latest Additions to Pokémon Sun and Moon
Western names ahoy!
As expected The Pokémon Company has revealed a bunch of new details for Pokémon Sun and Moon, with a new trailer and website updates showing new Pokémon, a feisty team of rivals and more Alolan varieties of existing 'mon. If this is giving you a sense of déjà vu, that's because the equivalent Japanese details were revealed...
Video New Pokémon and Team Skull Showcased in Fresh Pokémon Sun and Moon Trailer
It's in Japanese, but with more details leaked in English
The Western version of the latest information drop for Pokémon Sun and Moon hasn't arrived yet, but following a mix of leaks and a twitchy finger at The Pokémon Company the Japanese trailer has gone live. Before we break down what's new - with help from Serebii - let's take a look; you'll...
News Pokémon Uranium is the Latest Ambitious Fan-Made Game to Run The Gauntlet
Servers melting as players rush to download it
After the arrival, acclaim and takedown of Metroid II re-imagining "AM2R", there's now a Pokémon game 9 years in the making that's being distributed for free on PC. It's Pokémon Uranium, which is undoubtedly bold - it has its own area and all-new characters and Pokémon, along w
News Another Quirky Pokémon Has Been Spotted for Pokémon Sun and Moon
It's a bit weird
While we await the official information drop from The Pokémon Company this week, CoroCoro magazine revealed some interesting 'mon and an antagonistic rival team. The scans have one more little secret though, which is a quirky little Pokémon. Spotted in a small graphic with no real details on types or moves, the 'mon below is...
News Pokémon Shuffle Has Passed 6 Million Downloads on 3DS
Oh yeah, that other Pokémon game…
Long before Pokémon GO was everywhere, Pokémon Shuffle was released on Nintendo 3DS to a curious audience. Free to play games aren't too common on the dedicated portable, so it came as with a somewhat different flavor to your typical 3DS game. We thought the in-app purchases were a bit much, but found it to be...
Feature 1000 Live Pikachu Running Wild in Yokohama
A look at annual Summer Pokemon events in Japan
Its the summer of 2016, and the biggest craze going is Pokémon GO! If you've been too busy running around trying to catch em all, you might have missed out on the news of a few other Pokémon related events that are happening over in Japan right now. First up is the Pokemon Riddle Solving Rally...
News New Pokémon and Antagonists, Team Skull, Revealed for Pokémon Sun and Moon
Heading for the Alola region
Though we can expect the usual new trailer and website updates from The Pokémon Company for the week's planned Pokémon Sun and Moon reveals on 11th/12th August, as always CoroCoro magazine has a handful (but probably not all) of the details; naturally scans have already leaked online. Serebii has done some initial...
News A Pokémon Sun and Moon Manga Series is Coming to CoroCoro Comics
Something tells us it'll pop up online
Pokémon Sun and Moon are set to be significant releases for the 3DS this Holiday season, with The Pokémon Company taking plenty of opportunities to reveal exciting new details and features. In Japan there's more to come outside of game reveals, with a Sun and Moon manga on the way to CoroCoro Comics on 15th...
News PokéAdvisor is the Latest Third-Party Pokémon GO Service to Bite the Dust
Niantic continues to clear the server decks
A recent source of debate around Pokémon GO has been takedowns of third-party apps that, in the opinion of some, were offering features the main game should already have. Another has now joined the ranks, with the creator of PokéAdvisor stating that their website is having its access to GO data blocked...
Talking Point Pokémon GO's Next Major Update Should Target Gen VII Pokémon
Skipping generations for further integrations
With Pokémon GO dominating gaming news over the past several weeks, and with Pokémon Sun and Moon looming its head around the corner, it's truly an exciting time to be a Pokémon fan. Assuming you are one and can't wait until the series' next instalments in November, Pokémon GO may be that experience...
Feature Pokémon Sun and Moon - Breaking Down The Most Exciting New Features
From Hyper Training to Z-Moves and more
What a few months it has been. Since we last took a look at what we knew about Sun & Moon, following its original reveal, we have had a massive amount of information; it's still coming at us faster than a Quick Claw Speed Forme Deoxys using Extreme Speed. While much of the news has focused on new...
News Take-Two Interactive President Praises the Success of Pokémon GO
Doesn't expect any NX impact for the company's financial year
Take-Two Interactive has been sharing its Q1 financial results, reporting better than expected sales but also forced to admit that hyped shooter Battleborn has struggled; it arrived around the same time as Overwatch, which definitely won that battle. Take-Two Interactive president...
News Niantic Explains Decision to Stop Unofficial Apps From Accessing Pokémon GO's Servers
Shows some data to prove its point
Pokémon GO has been enduring its most sustained negative backlash to date this week, at least in online forums and social media. The latest update removed the three-step radar feature that barely functioned, and at the same time multiple popular third-party apps were taken down. One of these, Pokévision, got a...
News Pokémon Sun and Moon Z-Ring Set Pre-Orders Prove Popular on Amazon
Yours for $30
An intriguing new addition to Pokémon Sun and Moon won't be exclusively in the game - The Pokémon Company has teamed up with TOMY on real-world versions of the 'Z-Ring', an in-game item that your avatar uses when triggering powerful Z-Moves. Early details out of Japan showed how the ring and varied Z-Crystals could be a parent's...
Video Enjoy The Famous Pokémon Theme in Twenty '90s Styles
Brilliant work from 10 Second Songs
YouTube may host some dross that prompts a weary shake of the head from cynics like this writer, but it also has some amazing content. When creative and talented individuals turn their skills to honouring popular culture and gaming, the end results can be amazing. This video from 10 Second Songs certainly...
News Pokémon GO Rolls Out in Latin America as Niantic Reclaims Legendary Pokemon
Fix for battery saving mode on iOS also due soon
Niantic has continued its recent quest to communicate more and reverse the tide of online negativity around Pokémon GO by posting its second notable message of the week; it addresses a few key areas. For one thing, the app is finally rolling out in Latin America, with special mention given for...
Random Japanese Olympic Gymnast Racked Up Massive Bill From Playing Pokémon GO in Rio
"Looked dead at the team meal" after 500,000 Yen charge
A lot of players are obsessed with Pokémon GO, playing it a lot and rattling through data while out roaming for 'mon. If you roam too far, however, it can cause problems. Japanese Olympic gymnast Kohei Uchimura, who won all-around Gold during the London 2012 Olympics, had been playing the AR...
News PokéVision Creator Writes Open Letter On Niantic Shutting Down Fan-Made Pokémon GO Tools
We made Pokevision not to "cheat"
We recently debated the rights and wrongs of shutting down Pokemon GO fan-made tools like Pokévision, and it's fair to say it has become a bit of a heated topic, with many feeling that Niantic has been a bit heavy handed. Pokévision was one of the most popular fan-made apps to help track down elusive Pokémon, and...
News The Pokémon Sun and Moon Z-Move Toys Look Like Money-Spinners
Those chunky plastic Yo-kai Watch toys likely provided inspiration
This week's info dump on Pokémon Sun and Moon was possibly the most substantial yet, packed with information on new Pokémon, gameplay aspects and areas to explore - this gallery has lots of the information in one place. One new feature is 'Z-Moves', which are supercharged attacks...
News Pokémon GO Credited With Boosting Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Sales in Japan
Similar increases have also been evident in the UK
In the past couple of weeks we've seen all four current-gen main Pokémon titles on the 3DS return to the UK top 40, evidently riding the Pokémon GO wave and perhaps benefitting further from the Summer school holidays. This GO effect is now being acknowledged in Japan, too, even if the app is...
News Niantic Addresses Pokémon GO's Removal of 3-step Display and Third-Party App Access
"We hear the frustration from folks"
With great success comes significant pressure, and in recent days that's started to weigh a little on Pokémon GO. A double-whammy of an unpopular update - which removed rather than fixed the '3-step' display - and the closing down of third-party apps caused a bit of a storm online. We considered some of the...
Rumour Concept Art Reveals the Final Evolutions of the Alola Starters
Spoilers ahoy!
The Pokémon Company revealed plenty of interesting new information today, with new Pokémon, Z-moves, Island Trials, and more being brought to light for Pokémon Sun and Moon. It seems like Game Freak is going to be trying several new things with Generation 7, and it'll be interesting to see how some of the changes play out with the...
Gallery Take a Close Look At All The Latest Pokémon and Features in Pokémon Sun and Moon
Z-Moves! Z-Moves merchandise! Poké Rides! More Pokémon stuff!
We're rather grateful that our web editor automatically adds the accented 'é' in Pokémon, as we've been writing about the franchise a lot today. That's partly because there was a substantial information drop for Pokémon Sun and Moon, in particular, along with some other Pocket...
News Your Next Batch of Pokémon Sun and Moon Details Isn't Too Far Away
Down the Buneary hole
With today's info dump on Pokémon Sun and Moon out of the way, which included Poké Rides and more besides, there's been plenty for us all to digest. The Pokémon Company isn't interested in giving you a breather though, no siree, you have just 12 days to regain your strength before it all happens again. That's the word on...
News New Pokémon, Areas, Trials and 'Z-Moves' Are Revealed for Pokémon Sun and Moon
Also Poké Ride, which is self explanatory
The Pokémon Company is keen to keep fans excited about Pokémon Sun and Moon; as was promised there's been a glut of new information to take in. We have a range of new Pokémon to consider, but can also see more of how the game will be structured. There are four islands to work through, which combined...
Editorial The Rights and Wrongs of Shutting Down Pokemon GO Fan-Made Tools Like Pokévision
Some dedicated players are rather angry
I may spend my days writing about Nintendo and related topics, but I've had a fairly limited engagement with the global phenomenon of Pokémon GO, in comparison to its biggest enthusiasts in any case. I've probably expended more energy looking at download statistics and the ups and downs of Nintendo's share...
News Mythical Pokémon Arceus is Now Up for Grabs From Store Distributions
Time to nip out to the shops
With Pokémon in its 20th Anniversary year we've been getting one Mythical Pokémon every month for the current-gen games, each available for a few weeks. This month's offering is Arceus, which is up for grabs until 24th August and originated in Pokémon Diamond & Pearl. It's level 100 in this distribution, of...
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News Nintendo Clarifies Reasoning for Pokémon GO Plus Release Delay
Preparations for updating the app are cited
The Pokémon GO hype has been quite something to behold, though it's calming down a little despite the app's continuing success. As we heard earlier in the week, the Plus accessory - which allows you to receive updates and play aspects of the game with the press of a button - was pushed back to September,...
News Pokémon GO Updates to Make Game "Respectful" of Private Institutions
U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum already removed from the game
The rapid rise of Pokémon GO has brought plenty of benefits, fostering communities of fans and helping players explore and get exercise. There can be negatives, however, and not just in terms of absent-minded players being robbed of their phones. There have been multiple reports of...
Poll Will You Still Be Playing Pokémon GO at the End of 2016?
Will the evolution of a revolution be enough?
It's quite clear that Pokémon GO has been one of the most widespread and revolutionary concepts with which Nintendo has ever been associated, albeit the app is very much the work of developer Niantic. Sure, the Nintendo Wii, DS, Game Boy and original NES are also of great mention, but the mainstream...
Video Hyperkin's Upcoming SmartBoy Lets You Catch Pokémon On Your Phone The Old-Fashioned Way
No data connection or walking required
As the world is gripped by Pokémon GO fever, you can't blame peripheral maker Hyperkin from leaping on the bandwagon in order to promote its forthcoming SmartBoy accessory. The device connects to Android phones and allows you to load up original Game Boy cartridges and play them via emulation. Hyperkin's...
Random Pokémon GO Road Signs Are a Reality
Dutch event made cool signs that were stolen, entrepreneurs steps up
The Pokémon GO craze has various weird and wonderful parts to it - we're had many bizarre PR emails plugging GO 'walkers' that you pay to play the game for you, and even 'recharging rescuers' in town centres. Where there's a craze, there are entrepeneurs seeking opportunities...
Random There Are Pokémon GO Players That Have Caught 'em All
You have to hatch a lot of eggs
For most players Pokémon GO is a game that adds extra fun to walks and journeys, picking up new 'mon as you find fresh spots in which to engage in some augmented reality. It's also developed a strong community of players that meet up and play together, so the social element is key to its ongoing popularity. Some...
News Pokémon GO Players Told To Steer Clear Of Japanese Nuclear Disaster Zone
Strangely evolved Pokémon discovered at Fukushima plant
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings has requested that Pokémon GO developer Niantic remove the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant from its database after discovering that the app spawns Pokémon on the site. The plant was partially destroyed by a nuclear reactor meltdown in March 2011,...
News Nintendo Delays Pokémon GO Plus Accessory Until September
Was supposed to launch this month
If you're one of the many people who pre-ordered their Pokémon GO Plus accessory the moment it was available, then you'll no doubt be wondering where it actually is. The device - which pairs with your smartphone via a low-energy Bluetooth connection and allows you to acquire items and catch monsters in Pokémon GO...
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