Eric Medalle - Graphic Designer for The Pokemon Company died at 42
Eric Medalle, a graphic designer for The Pokemon Company, was killed tragically in an accident during a windstorm at Seward Park in Seattle. He leaves behind two girls, Isa (6) and Nico (nearly 2), and his wife Carrie, a dedicated teacher at a high needs school in south Puget Sound. A GoFundM...
Movie 19 website updates with details on "Flowers Will Bloom: Anime Star Version"
The official Pokémon movie website has updated. Translations of the new entries follow: Announcing the Broadcast of "Flowers Will Bloom: Anime Star Version" on NHK's Great East Japan Earthquake Project "Connect to Tomorrow" "Flowers Will Bloom: Anime Star Version", sung by Koichi Yamadera and Na...
April issue of Corocoro Comic leaks, reveals movie pre-order event
The first pages from the April issue of Corocoro Comic have leaked, revealing the Pokémon given away with the special movie preorder ticket. Translations follow: We've actually tried using Volcanion! A Corocoro-exclusive preview of Volcanion's powers! Ain't no way you don't want your hands on t...
POKÉMON with YOU Pikachu - Sendai Earthquake 5th Anniversary / Korea Zygarde
To commemorate the 5th Anniversary of the Sendai Earthquake, Yahoo! in association with POKÉMON with YOU are distributing a Pikachu to those that donate towards the fundraising campaign to help continue to support the activities of the children affected by the disaster. Players of X, Y, Omega Ru...
Pokémon Komaster (ポケモンコマスター)
The Pokémon Company in association with HEROZ have announced a new smartphone game for Android and iOS devices called Pokémon Komaster (ポケモンコマスター) which combines Pokémon and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The AI has been adapted from the company's smartphone app "Shogi Wars". The single player online...
Pokémon GO Field Testing Will Begin in Japan
Niantic has updated their site to announced that field testing for Pokémon GO will begin in late March 2016 in Japan only for now. The app is still in development but Android Version 4.3 or higher or an iPhone 5 or higher will be required. Testers that wish to apply will need a Google Account and/or...
Spring! Is about to Begin! Pokémon Campaign
Across Japan, starting on Friday, March 18th, 2016, the Spring! Is about to Begin! Pokémon Campaign (春だ！ポケモン、はじめてみよう！キャンペーン) will take place. Nintendo 3DS owners will be able to receive the Pokémon XY&Z Nintendo 3DS Theme - Satoshi and Pikachu for free. Participating stores have a serial code card ...
Pokémon Center - TCG Original Deck Shields
Starting on March 18th, 2016, 4 different styles of Original Deck Shields for the Pokémon Card Game will go on sale at the Pokémon Centers. Each design will cost 362 yen each. Doble and Ho-oh / Blackie and Glacia Abyssal Hand / Occult Maniac Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2016/03/16...
Movie 19 Website Updates with Trailer and Character Profiles
The official Japanese Movie 19 website has updated. Translations follow: Character Profiles Picture Biography Volcanion:Lives on the Nebel Plateau together with Pokémon that have been injured by humans.It's a strong and kin...
Regirock, Regice and Registeel available via Pokémon Bank
From March 4th, 2016 until October 31, 2016, Pokémon Bank users that access their account can get Regirock, Regice, and Registeel. Regirock, Regice and Registeel available via Pokémon Bank Players who access their Pokémon Bank between March 4 and October 31, 2016, will receive a Regirock, Re...
2016 International Challenge March
A new online tournament for Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire has been announced called the 2016 International Challenge March. Details of this tournament have been added to our 6th Generation Online Tournaments page and are also listed below. 2016 International Challenge March ...
Pokémon Direct - Friday, February 26th, 2016 - Pokémon Sun and Moon
Nintendo has announced that a 5 minute long Pokémon Direct will be held on Friday, February 26th, 2016 at 10:00EST / 15:00 UTC. Source: http://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/02-26-2016/ Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon Logos Trailer - Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon Arrive in Late 2016! ...
Pokémon Photo Booth app
On Tuesday, February 27, 1996, video game fans were asked to choose between Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Charmander. This would be the beginning of a global phenomenon that has continued for two decades, through different regions, on multiple platforms, and countless memorable moments. Exactly twenty ye...
Movie 19 Website Updates with Information on the Drawing Contest
The official Japanese Movie 19 website has updated with information on the annual movie drawing contest. Translations follow: The "Volcanion and the Ingenious Magearna Drawing Contest": Here is your chance to get your drawing shown in the movie! We are holding a mass commission for your Pokémon ...
Pokémon Returns to Japan LA!
Pokémon merchandise will be returning to Japan LA on Saturday, February 27th, 2016 from 6pm to 10pm for Pokémon Day. Press Release - Pokémon Returns to Japan LA! Visit the pop-up shop at Japan LA in Los Angeles starting on Pokémon Day—Saturday, February 27, 2016! In collaboration with Pok...
Pokémon Center Kyoto Opening Celebration Details - Ho-oh Distribution
Further details about the opening celebration of the Pokémon Center Kyoto have been announced by official Japanese Pokémon website. From March 16th, 2016 until April 24th, 2016, players of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire can receive an alternate-colored Ho-oh. No details of the Ho-oh were announced...
Masuda Autograph Sessions and Masuda's Koduck Distribution at Pokémon Centers
The official Japanese Pokémon website has announced that to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the launch of Pokémon Red and Green, GAME FREAK Director Junichi Masuda will be visiting some of the Pokémon Centers in Japan for autograph sessions and to distribute his Koduck. Those that are selec...
Celebrate 20 years of Pokémon with FREE TCG card giveaways at Toys"R"Us
Toys"R"Us in Canada and the United States have announced that they will be hosting FREE TCG card giveaways throughout the year. Each month, a TCG card from the Generations will be given out. Press Release - Celebrate 20 years of Pokémon with FREE TCG card giveaways! Starting on February 27, ...
Pokkén Tournament Early Access Competitions at GameStop
Nintendo has announced Pokkén Tournament Early Access Competitions that are being hosted by Nintendo at select GameStop locations across the United States on Saturday, February 27th, 2016. Below is the press release with full details. Get Ready for Pokkén Tournament! Press Release - Pokkén T...
Nintendo 3DS Themes - Heroine and Daigo
Nintendo Japan has revealed 2 new Pokémon Nintendo 3DS themes: Pokémon Champion Daigo (ポケモン チャンピオン ダイゴ) and Pokémon XY Heroine (ポケモン ＸＹ ヒロイン). These themes cost 200yen each and are available for purchase as of February 17th, 2016 on the Nintendo 3DS eShop store. Pokémon Champion Daigo (ポケモン チャンピ...
