Shadow Tag Gothimiru to be distributed via Japanese PGL
The official Japanese Pokémon Global Link site has announced a new promotional event, where a Gothimiru with the hidden Ability Shadow Tag and the egg move Mirror Coat will be distributed. The event can be accessed by entering a serial number that will be included with the first printings of the "Po...
Keldeo to be distributed in US Gamestop stores
The American branch of Gamestop has announced that the mythical Pokémon Keldeo will be distributed in their stores between August 27th and October 6th. This is highly likely to be the same event as the one available to players who purchased pre-order tickets to the 15th movie in Japan. No mention o...
Sing, Meloetta: Search for the Rinka Berries posted on YouTube
A short variation of the Sing, Meloetta: Search for the Rinka Berries OVA special was posted on the Japanese official Pokémon YouTube channel. The main differences between the two variations is the omission of most of the introduction to the special and a complete new narration for the shorter versi...
Dream World Pikachu, The Beginning Cup, new C-Gear skin, Manaphy Doll
The Pokémon Global Link has announced a special distribution for Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. Those who participate in the "Summer Vacation Mission! 2012 Pokemon Sports League" online battle tournament that will be held by the Pokémon Daisuki Club until September 2nd, 2012 will b...
Pokémon Black and White 2 - August Trailer and Crustle C-Gear skin
The official Pokémon YouTube page has posted a new trailer for Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2. Below is the clip. It reveals a lot of new information on the story, the characters and the new features of the games, mainly Join Avenue, the Pokémon World Tournament and the Memory Link. The Pokémon...
Pocket Monsters Black 2 White 2 Official Guide Books
Details of the upcoming Pocket Monsters Black 2 White 2 Official Guide Books have been announced and both will be released in Japan. The Pocket Monsters Black 2 White 2 Official Guide Book Complete Story Walkthrough Guide (ポケットモンスターブラック2・ホワイト2公式ガイドブック 完全ストーリー攻略ガイド) is a 592 page full color A5 sized ...
Pokémon Black & White Movie Combo Bluray
Beyond Home Entertainment has announced the Australian release of the 14th Pokémon movies in a Bluray combo pack. The dual movies were previously released individually in DVD format only. The Bluray release will see both movies bundled together in one slim case with a recommended retail price of A...
Pokémon Game Soundtracks to be Released on iTunes
It has been announced that the game soundtracks for some of the previous 3rd, 4th and 5th generation games will be posted for download on the Japanese iTunes Store on July 25th, 2012. Each download set will cost 2400yen but single tracks can be purchased for 150yen a piece. These game soundtracks ar...
Pocket Monsters Movie 15 Debuts 2nd at the Box Office
The latest Pocket Monsters movie debuted in Japanese theaters on July 14th, 2012. The 15th movie Kyurem VS the Sacred Swordsman Keldeo (キュレムVS聖剣士ケルディオ ) and its short Meloetta's Sparkling Recital (メロエッタのキラキラリサイタル) were unable to take advantage of a weak movie debut week compared to previous years an...
Porygon Event
To coincide with the Porygon events in Japan and Korea, the Pokémon Global Link in association with IGN are distributing various Porygon related event downloads. Our event database has been updated to include this Porygon. Below are all the passwords. North America: IGNPORYGON United Kingdom...
August 2012 Corocoro Reveals Genesect
Pictures from the August 2012 Corocoro have revealed Genesect (ゲノセクト), the Paleozoic Pokémon. Genesect has been known since information from the rom was extracted from Pokémon Black and White but this is finally the official reveal of this Pokémon. Genesect is National Dex #649 and Isshu Dex 2 #300....
Pokémon Black and White 2 - July Trailer / Korean Summer Carnival Pikachu / 15th Movie Korea
The official Pokémon YouTube page has reposted the Pokémon Black and White 2 - July Trailer. Below is the clip. It reveals that Achroma's English name is Colress. Korean Summer Carnival Pikachu The official Korean Pokémon website has revealed that a Summer Carnival Pikachu will be distributed...
Meloetta C-Gear's / Reshiram and Zekrom Dolls / Dream World Gothimiru
A Meloetta C-Gear entitled Night Sky Singing (よぞらのうたごえ) will be released on the Japanese Pokémon Global Link on July 14th, 2012 to coincide with the release of the 15th Movie short. A Meloetta C-Gear skin will be available for Pocket Monsters Black and White and it will also be available for Pocket ...
McDonalds TCG Campaign July 2012
Participating McDonalds restaurants in Japan will be distributing Pokémon Trading Cards as part of their Happy Meal. The campaign lasts for only two days from Saturday July 28th, 2012 until Sunday July 29th, 2012. Two cards will be distributed those days and those that purchase the Happy Meal will r...
Pokémon Power Bracket
The official Pokémon website has put up a new Pokémon voting bracket. Viewers of the site can view the current days Pokémon matchup and vote for their favorite. The tournament will put some of the most amazing Pokémon together in head-to-head matchups throughout the summer! The Pokémon Power Bracket...
Pokédex 3D Pro Promotional Video
A new Pokédex 3D Pro promotional video was posted on the Official Japanese Pokémon website which showcases the upcoming update to the Nintendo 3DS title. The video confirms that all formes are in the game and it shows off the Pokémon Challenge mode where players can answer multiple choice questions....
America's Elite Pokémon Players take on the World in Hawaii
The United States 2012 Pokémon National Championships took place at the Indiana Convention Center on June 29th through July 1st, 2012. Over 2,000 Pokémon Trainers gathered at the Indiana Convention Center, making the 2012 US Pokémon National Championships the biggest Pokémon tournament ever held. Th...
15th Movie Preview Showing - Nakano Sun Plaza
On July 1st, 2012, a preview showing of the 15th movie was shown at Nakano Sun Plaza (中野サンプラザ). In attendance was Rica Matsumoto (松本梨香), Shoko Nakagawa (中川翔子), Kunihiko Yuyama (湯山邦彦), Kōichi Yamadera (山寺宏一), Rola (ローラ), Katsumi Takahashi (高橋克実) and Natsuna Watanabe (渡辺夏菜). Also in attendance was Mom...
World Hobby Fair 2012 Summer
The World Hobby Fair 2012 Summer was held at Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 9-11 on June 29th, 2012 and June 30th, 2012. 100000 visitors were expected to attend the event. Pokémon AR Searcher was in full display promoting the game for the Nintendo 3DS. Also the recently released Pokém...
Black 2 White 2 Launches on October 7th, 2012 in North America; October 12th, 2012 in Europe
Nintendo has announced the launch dates for Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 in North America and Europe. The games will be released on October 7th, 2012 in North America and October 12th, 2012 in Europe. Below is the press release. Confirmed English Names: PokéWood (ポケウッド) is called PokéStar...
