The official Pokémon Black and White website has launched giving the initial details of the upcoming 5th generation games for the Nintendo DS/DSi which will be released in 2011. The names of the starter Pokémon were revealed as well as the name of the new region, Unova.

The Starter Pokémon

You get to decide which Pokémon you'll begin your adventure with. There are three Pokémon for you to select from: the Grass-type Snivy, the Fire-type Tepig, and the Water-type Oshawott. Choose the Pokémon you like the most—it will be with you through thick and thin as you explore the Unova region!

The three starter Pokémon all have different types. Your knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of these types will be put to the test early and often!

N#	English	French	German	Japanese	Romanized	Thumbnail
495	Snivy	Vipélierre	Serpifeu	ツタージャ	Tsutarja
498	Tepig	Gruikui	Floink	ポカブ	Pokabu
501	Oshawott	Moustillon	Ottaro	ミジュマル	Mijumaru

The Pokémon Trainers

At the start of your game, choose whether you want to play as a boy or girl Trainer. No matter which Trainer you choose, you'll have the same amazing adventure! Before you begin your journey, decide whether you will play as a boy or girl Trainer. There are plenty of places for the Trainers to explore, including dark forests.

Explore the Unova Region!

Your adventures take place in the Unova region, located far away from the Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh regions. The region is mostly covered by greenery and is dotted with modern cities. People in the Unova region live in harmony with many previously unseen Pokémon. Plus, most of the Pokémon from other regions don't appear in the Unova region—so you'll encounter new Pokémon all the time!

Source: http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com