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News Nintendo Drops The Ban Hammer on Pokémon Sun and Moon Pirates
Hammer Attack is Super Effective
As you're no doubt aware, some with early access to Pokémon Sun and Moon, whether through approved copies or grabbing them from early retail stock, couldn't behave themselves and promptly starting dropping spoilers online. Naturally the game files were also dumped, and a number of people started pirating the games;...
Video Stylish Pokémon Sun and Moon Trailer Features New York Yankees Pitcher
A bit of a curveball
Earlier today we shared a video for a Pokémon picture book, showing how the franchise can appeal to young children. As we said in that article, the strength of the franchise is its ability to attract a broad and diverse range of gamers; the latest trailer for Pokémon Sun and Moon demonstrates that point rather nicely. It...
Gallery Pokémon Sun and Moon's Starter Z-Moves, Battle Features, Early Distributions and More
It's almost time...
With release just days away, The Pokémon Company isn't yet finished unveiling new details for Pokémon Sun and Moon. It certainly saved some tasty reveals for today. Today's new video brought a (probably) final piece to the Starter puzzle, perhaps helping some to finalise their choice. It was the Z-Moves that were shown off,...
News You Can Now Post Pokémon All Over Your Twitter Photos
A dream come true?
To mark the release of Pokémon Sun and Moon on the 3DS Twitter has released some new Pokémon stickers which can be added to photos posted on the popular social network. Rowlet, Litten, Popplio and a Poké Ball are the options available at present, and it's not known if more 'mon will be added in the future. Sun and Moon...
News Pokémon Sun and Moon Version Exclusives Leaked Online
Massive spoiler alert, but it may help your purchasing decision...
Over the past few days a whole load of Pokémon Sun and Moon details have leaked early, as a result of some with early copies not being able to control themselves. This is par for the course with the franchise, though has perhaps happened a little earlier than normal this time. For...
Feature The Most Intriguing Features in Pokémon Sun and Moon
A new generation is coming
Pokémon Sun and Moon are almost here, bringing us the year's biggest release(s) on the 3DS and kicking off a new generation in the iconic franchise. There's plenty of excitement, with pre-order numbers high and plenty of buzz online, so we thought we'd break down some of the most intriguing new features to be found in...
News Junichi Masuda Didn't Expect Pokémon GO to Be a Big Deal
Guess it must have come as a surprise
Though it's certainly tapered off by this point, it's impossible to dispute the fact that Pokémon GO had a pretty colossal debut. One would think that the developers behind this game would've realized in advance the kind of appeal that an AR Pokémon game would have, but it's also well documented that they were...
Reminder The Distribution of Mythical Pokémon Genesect is Underway
Now with a cool trailer
As we reported last week, the November Mythical Pokémon distribution is Genesect, a rather neat addition to the range of 'mon that have arrived during this Anniversary year. The good thing is that the distribution is now live, though you do have to head to a participating store to get a code. A rather flashy new trailer...
News Pokémon Sun and Moon Pre-Load Now Available on the 3DS eShop
Be prepared
Pokémon Sun and Moon are undoubtedly the biggest hits coming to Nintendo hardware in the Holiday season, and there seems to be substantial hype around the dual release. Nintendo is making big claims about them being the biggest pre-selling games in the company's history, which shows how much appetite there is for a new generation of...
Video Check Out the First North American Pokémon Sun and Moon Commercial
A World Beyond
It seems like Pokémon Sun and Moon were only just unveiled last week, yet here we are in the home stretch to the games being on store shelves. Though the jury's still out on how they'll perform, interest in the Pokémon franchise has been quite high over this past year, and Sun and Moon have already gone on to break a few records in...
Feature Getting To Know Pokémon Sun And Moon's Monsters
Monster mash
We are just a mere two weeks away from the launch of Pokémon Sun & Moon and so it's time for another run down of every single thing that we know and today, we are dealing with the Pokémon. We won't be detailing the datamined leaks here, but there will be things from what has been officially revealed so there may still be spoilers...
Weirdness 'Rich and Bored' Person Promises Free Copies of Pokémon Sun and Moon, Reddit Goes Nuts
That's just cruel
Strange things happen on the internet, which is both its power and its curse. The influence of the crowd is significant, and the most random of occurrences can take on a life of their own. Such a thing has started to happen on the Pokémon subreddit, where a 'rich and bored' user made a strange offer that many appear to have taken...
Video Charming Pokémon Sun and Moon Advert Shows Off Its Competitive Side
Settle it in Sun and Moon
Ever since the original Japanese unveiling trailer for Pokémon Sun and Moon, there have been a couple of charming promotional videos featuring a young Japanese boy and his experiences settling down in a new home, seemingly Hawaii (playing into the inspiration for the Alola region). Now there's another extended advert with...
It's almost time to choose
As expected The Pokémon Company took the opportunity to unveil yet more details for Pokémon Sun and Moon this week. It was an exciting set of reveals, as it included the final evolutions for the three starters, a look at Guardian Pokémon for the Alola region, along with 'The Battle Tree' and some potential
News Pokémon Sun and Moon Are The "Best Pre-Selling Games in Nintendo History"
Yep, that's super effective
Not long ago we reported that Pokémon Sun and Moon are expected to make a splash this November; this was based on the President's Presentation for the company's financial reports. The presentation showed Sun and Moon trending well ahead of equivalent figures for Alpha Sapphire and Omega Ruby, and Nintendo s
News Final Starter Evolutions, Gen I Treats and Region Guardians Unveiled for Pokémon Sun and Moon
Plus more new Pokemon and the Alolan Pokémon League!
The Pokémon Company has unveiled its latest information drop for Pokémon Sun and Moon, helping to boost hype further ahead of the two titles making a splash this November. As always a trailer does the job of introducing exciting details - this time we have final evolutions for the Starters,...
News Pokémon Sun and Moon Are Poised to Make a Big Splash in November
One for the history books?
This past year has seen something of a resurgence for the Pokémon brand, as the Pokémon Company has gone all out in celebrating the 20th anniversary. After a strong start with the surprisingly good Pokkén Tournament, the release of Pokémon GO in the summer broke numerous records and drove sales for 3DS consoles and...
Video This Unofficial Pokémon Advert Has a Beautiful Message for Older Sun and Moon Trainers
We all evolve
There's little doubt that The Pokémon Company has been making a big play on the nostalgia of older gamers this year. While Pokémon Sun and Moon will still be marketed to young players, there has been messaging to tempt lapsed trainers back to the series. In any case, The Pokémon Company will be hard pushed to produce something as...
Reminder Early Adopters of the Pokémon Sun and Moon Special Demo Version Have a Treat to Collect
Winging it
The Pokémon Sun and Moon Special Demo Version has been keeping plenty of 3DS owners busy since its arrival, with a mini adventure of its own and plenty of items and an Ash-Greninja to claim; these will be transferrable to the full game. One thing the demo is doing to keep players coming back is giving away special items after set...
News The 'Masuda Method' Lives On in Pokémon Sun and Moon
Masuda-san also explains the thinking behind Z-Moves
With Pokémon Sun and Moon looming ever closer, more and more details are emerging while players can also try out the Special Demo Version. The upcoming dual release kicks off a new generation, too, and with that it introduces a range of new ideas for players to try out. Some things remain the...
Poll What Do You Think of Pokémon Sun and Moon: Special Demo Version?
Super Effective?
Pokémon Sun and Moon is undoubtedly the highest profile game still to come to Nintendo hardware this year, with the dual release likely to be at the heart of 3DS sales over the Holiday season. The Pokémon Company and Nintendo have been ramping up the hype, which went another step with the release of the Pokémon Sun and Moon Demo...
News Data Miners Find More New Monsters In Pokémon Sun And Moon Demo
SPOILER KLAXON DEPLOYED
Today the demo for Pokémon Sun And Moon went live, and it hasn't taken long for data miners to dig into the code and unlock secrets that really should have remained hidden until the final game arrives. Needless to say, if you're keen to ensure the experience is as fresh and surprising as possible then you should leave this...
Reminder Pokémon Sun And Moon Demo Is Available Right Now
Dive in
We're sure you probably already know this and have already downloaded it to your 3DS console, but the demo for Pokémon Sun And Moon is now live on the 3DS eShop. Our resident Pokémon fanatic Alex has already spent some time in the land of Alola and found it to be quite pleasant indeed. You can check out his impressions here. Update:...
News Mysterious New Sun & Moon Pokémon Spotted on TCG Packaging
So, don't feel blue
Pokémon Sun and Moon aren't far away, and the hype is building with the Special Demo Version about to roll out on the eShop. Though announcements and reveals have been frequent, eager fans are still spotting intriguing details in unconventional ways; with that in mind it seems that a new 'mon may have been discovered. The...
News New Pokémon, Evolutions and Trainers Revealed for Pokémon Sun and Moon
It's that time again!
Pokémon Sun and Moon is getting closer, while we'll all have a chance to play a special demo very soon. The Pokémon Company isn't letting up on reveals, either. As always, if you don't want to know about these surprises, don't look any further... The new video unveils new Pokémon, evolutions and even a couple of Trainers...
News CoroCoro Scans Reveal More Pokémon Sun And Moon Evolutions
Monster mash
Yesterday we posted some news from Japanese magazine CoroCoro which not only confirmed the existence of Alolan Grimer in Pokémon Sun And Moon but also hinted at details relating to Jangmo-o and Type: Null's evolutions. Scans of these evolutions have now appeared online. Jangmo-o's evolutions are Jarango & Jararanga and Type:...
News Another Alolan Pokémon Is Revealed Ahead Of Sun And Moon Launch
Plus details of an interesting evolution
One of the coolest aspects of the forthcoming Pokémon Sun and Moon is the fact that many older monsters are getting types that are unique to the game's setting. Thanks to Japanese magazine CoroCoro, we've now got another variant to add to the list. An image of the Alolan Grimer has surfaced, presumably a...
Gallery The Pokémon Z-Ring Packaging Shows That It's a Truly Plastic Fantastic Add-On
As subtle as a Wood Hammer
We all know that subtlety isn't always important with toys and add-ons, a point that The Pokémon Company is more than keen to make with the Z-Ring toys for Pokémon Sun and Moon. They're a neat idea, as the bracelet and connected crystal interact with Z-Moves in the game, lighting up at the right moment. They've looked...
Video Snazzy Legendaries Trailer for Pokémon Sun and Moon Has Now Been Localised
Plug in some headphones for this one
With a demo on the way soon (18th October), the hype is most definitely building for Pokémon Sun and Moon; the file size certainly suggests there's plenty to it, also. If you need a reminder of why some are starting to get rather excited, however, a freshly localised trailer should do the j
News Pokémon Sun And Moon's File Size Is The Stuff Of Legends
Time to upgrade that SD card?
The official Japanese website for Pokémon Sun And Moon has listed the estimated file size for the game, and if you're one of those people who is still using a single-digit SD card, you might want to look away now. Each game will take up around 3.2GB - which is 26,214 blocks - on your SD card. The official site...
Gallery Pokémon Sun and Moon Starter Evolutions, Demo Goodness, Poké Pelago and More
Yet more fresh reveals
As promised, today The Pokémon Company confirmed a demo and more details for Pokémon Sun and Moon. Today's info drop featured information on evolutions for the Starter Pokémon, and also new online and in-game features. There's little doubt that the new generation of Pokémon is eager to push new ideas, albeit wh
News Pokémon Sun and Moon Demo Coming on 18th October, Starter Evolutions and More are Confirmed
Festival Plaza! Mega Evolutions! Poké Pelago!
As promised, The Pokémon Company has revealed a glut of new information on Pokémon Sun and Moon, including the exciting news that a demo isn't far away. The demo is going to arrive on 18th October, available from the Nintendo website and the eShop; it'll give you the opportunity to team up with a...
Gallery Check Out Pokémon Refresh, New Z-Moves, Pokémon Bank and More For Sun and Moon
New Pokémon too, obviously
Earlier today The Pokémon Company unveiled plenty of new details for Pokémon Sun and Moon. It's a regular occurrence now, and today's information drop included some new Pokémon, snazzy Z-Moves, update information on Pokémon Bank, the 'Pokémon Refresh' feature and more besides. As always we thought we'd gath
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...
News Pokémon Bank Update for Sun, Moon and Virtual Console Titles Now Due in January 2017
Makes us feel a bit blue
Well known for launching in Japan and contributing to a Nintendo Network meltdown over the festive period in 2013, Pokémon Bank is a key part of current-gen Pokémon gaming for some; for a small annual fee it allows you to store 'mon online and transfer them between games. Somewhat subtly, The Pokémon Company has now...
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'...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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 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 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...