Pokémon Shuffle Reaches 1 Million Downloads
The in-game messaging system for Pokémon Shuffle announced that over 1 million copies of the game have been downloaded since its release on February 18th, 2015. Players that Check In between March 2nd, 2015 to March 30th, 2015 will receive a free Complexity -1 (パズルポケモン-1) item as thanks for download...
Movie 18 Website Updates with Information on the Pre-order Ticket
The official Japanese Movie 18 website has recently updated with information relating to the movie's pre-order ticket. Translations follow: The special pre-order movie ticket giving access to a double giveaway will be on sale starting Saturday March 7th, 2015! If you purchase it at the theater you ...
Serena's Fokko Event Distribution
To celebrate Serena's participating in her first Tripokalon Tournament, Serena's Fokko was distributed via a universal serial code that was first distributed in the Data Broadcast Boardgame. Serena's Fokko could be redeemed in: Pocket Monsters X or Y or Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby or Alpha Sapphire. ...
PokéToru Pre-Paid Cards
Two PokéToru (ポケとる) pre-paid cards will be available to purchase in Japan starting on March 16th, 2015. There are two types of cards: Type A, will be sold at participating 7-11 locations and Pokémon Centers, while Type B will be sold at Lawson stores. Both cost 1000yen with tax and can be used to pu...
Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Playing Cards
Nintendo Japan has announced they will be releasing two sets of Pokémon Playing Card, one set based on Omega Ruby and the other set based on Alpha Sapphire. The sets will be released in March of 2015 and will sell for 500yen each. The Omega Ruby set features Deoxys as the Joker while the Alpha Sapph...
Eon Ticket Serial Code Distribution
For the past few months, players all over the world have been able to receive the Eon Ticket via StreetPass. From Friday, February 27th 2015 until Monday, March 2nd, 2015, players of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire that have yet to receive the Eon Ticket from another Trainer can ge...
Arceus Movie Ticket Event
Pre-Order Ticket Arceus From March 7th, 2015 until July 17th, 2015, patrons that pre-order a ticket for the 18th Pocket Monster movie - Pokémon the Movie XY - The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa will receive Arceus an as serial code present. The tickets can be purchased at the following participating lo...
Movie 18 Website Updates with Information on the Drawing Contest, etc
The official Japanese Movie 18 website has recently updated with information relating to the move and its tie-in events. Translations follow: The Poster for "Pokémon the Movie XY - The Archdjinni of Rings: Hoopa" is revealed The stunning poster for this year's Pokémon movie, "Pokémon the Movie...
Pokémon Shuffle Version 1.0.2
Pokémon Shuffle Version 1.0.2 was pushed to players of the game on February 20th, 2015 to fix an all Pokémon unlock bug. An in-game message stated: "We apologise for any inconvenience that may have been caused by the software glitch that occurred around the date of 2/19. We would like to gift our pl...
POKKÉN TOURNAMENT Trailer
Bandai Namco Games posted a new trailer video on February 17th, 2015 which showcases their upcoming arcade game POKKÉN TOURNAMENT (ポッ拳). The Monthly Famitsu feat. 2015 January Edition (月刊ファミ通feat.2015年1月号) stream on NicoNico covered most of what is in the trailer. POKKÉN TOURNAMENT Trailer S...
Pokémon Style (ポケモンスタイル) App
Pokémon Style (ポケモンスタイル) is an app for Apple iOS and Google Android for users in Japan. It is available on the Google Play store and the Apple App Store as a free app that allows people to download wallpapers and icons for their smartphones. It requires at least Android 4.0 or iOS 7.00. It was relea...
2015 International Challenge February / Enter the Dragon Type Online Competitions
Two new Online Competitions for ORAS have been announced and will take place worldwide in February and March 2015. 2015 International Challenge February (2015 インターナショナルチャレンジ February) Information Region: International Registration Period: Thursday, February 19, ...
Pokémon The Series: XY Collection 2 DVD Set Missing Episodes
Beyond Home Entertainment has confirmed that the last 4 episodes on the Pokémon The Series: XY Collection 2 DVD Set are not included in the set. They have recalled all remaining in stores in Australia but though that have already purchased copies can return their copy when the re-released version is...
Shirona Nendoroid (ねんどろいど シロナ)
The official Japanese Pokémon website has revealed that a Shirona Nendoroid (ねんどろいど シロナ) will be available for pre-order reservation starting March 7th, 2015 until April 15th, 2015. The 10cm Nendoroid will cost 5000yen. The release builds on the popularity of last years Red Nendoroid which was also ...
You can become a Pokémon Trading Card Game illustrator!
The Pokémon Company International has created a contest for players of the Nintendo 3DS program Pokémon Art Academy. The winners of the contest will receive a 100-card pack of custom-designed Pokémon Trading Card Game cards displaying their artwork. Contest Entry Period is from February 18th, 2015 ...
Pokémon Bank subscribers to receive a triple gift starting in February 2015
Pokémon Bank subscribers who pay a yearly $5 (500yen) subscription fee will be able to get three Pokémon with their Hidden Abilities: Meganium, Typhlosion, and Feraligatr. This event Pokémon distribution is only available to subscribers. Press Release - Three Pokémon—Meganium, Typhlosion, and...
EonTicketUK completes its StreetPass Journey Across the UK
The Pokémon Company announced on February 9th, 2015, that the Eon Ticket distribution was complete in the United Kingdom. An infogram listing all the stats was revealed to the press. Press Release - EonTicketUK completes its StreetPass Journey Across the UK The #EonTicketUK completes its StreetP...
Poké Doll Grabber （ポケドールグラッバー）
The Pokémon Global Link updated on February 3rd, 2015 with this brand-new attraction. In Poké Doll Grabber, play begin when the crane lowers and picks up a bunch of Poké Dolls and the goal is to steer the crane basket up to the goal while avoiding the obstacles Every time a player hits an obstacle, ...
Movie 17 Short Dub - Pokémon: Pikachu, What’s This Key? / 18th Dub Season Announced
The official Pokémon website has confirmed the schedule for the upcoming 18th season of the English dub of the Pokémon anime and has also announced the Movie 17 Short Dub - Pokémon: Pikachu, What’s This Key? Press Release - Ash and Friends Return to Kalos! Watch Cartoon Network this Saturday...
PokéCon 2015 - Tom Wayland on How He Creates Pokémon Voices
PokéCon 2015 took place at Crowne Plaza Airport Expo Center in Louisville, KY on January 9-11, 2015. At this year's Pokécon (a Pokémon convention assembled together by Sukoshi Con), Tom Wayland was one of the featured guests. He held a panel giving a behind the scenes look at how he creates the...
