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These China-exclusive Pokemon TCG figures have ruined my entire day
Exclusive Pokemon Trading Card Game figures are being released in China to celebrate the 30th anniversary, featuring adorable Pikachu models and a commemorative Charizard figure based on original artwork. While these items will launch in September, their availability outside of China is uncertain, with the author expressing disappointment about potential secondary market markups and shipping costs.
The Pokémon Company Cancels 30th Anniversary Card Orders Following 'Cyber Incident,' Warns of Customer Data Breach
The Pokémon Company has cancelled orders for its 30th Anniversary Cards due to a cyber incident that may have exposed customer data. The company is warning customers about a potential data breach.
You can play Pokemon Snap in real life with the new Polaroid crossover
Polaroid has announced a collaboration with The Pokemon Company, releasing cameras inspired by Pokemon Snap and iconic Pokemon characters. The collection includes Pikachu and Sylveon themed Polaroid Go cameras, and a Poke Ball themed Polaroid Now Instant Camera, along with custom film and accessories. These products will be available for pre-order starting August 25 and will launch in October.
Pokemon Pokopia has topped 5 million sales worldwide
Pokémon Pokopia has achieved over 5 million in worldwide sales across both digital and physical editions. The life simulator, launched on March 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2, has become a top-selling title for the console, with approximately one in five system owners purchasing the game.
Pokémon Pokopia Crosses 5 Million Units Sold
Nintendo's life simulation game, Pokémon Pokopia, has sold over five million units globally on the Nintendo Switch 2 in just four months. The game's success is further bolstered by its Bubbly Basin expansion, with more content planned for late 2026 and early 2027.
The Pokemon Bank shutdown will be the end of an era
Pokemon Bank, a crucial tool for transferring Pokemon between Nintendo 3DS titles, will permanently shut down in February 2027. This closure marks the end of an era for many players who relied on the service to maintain continuity and sentimental value in their Pokemon collections across generations. While Pokemon Home offers a modern alternative for transferring creatures to the Nintendo Switch, the loss of Pokemon Bank signifies a break in the long chain of intergenerational transferability.
Pokemon Bank shutdown will make 5 Pokemon unobtainable in modern Switch games, and fans want to know when that changes
Pokemon Bank will shut down on February 25, 2027, making several Pokemon unobtainable in modern Nintendo Switch games. While most Pokemon can be transferred to Pokemon Home, a few, including Spinda, Deoxys, Celebi, Victini, Zarude, Iron Leaves, and Walking Wake, will become inaccessible. The article discusses the current status of these Pokemon and speculates on when they might become available again through future events or game releases.
Nintendo announces Pokémon Pokopia has sold over 5m copies, meaning that roughly one in four Switch 2 users now owns the game
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company announced that Pokémon Pokopia has sold over five million units globally on the Nintendo Switch 2 in just over four months. This makes it one of the most important games on the system, with one in four users owning a copy. Sales have been boosted by the recent release of the first part of the "Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass."
Where to buy Pokemon TCG 30th Celebration, the highly-anticipated anniversary set
The Pokemon TCG 30th Celebration set is highly anticipated and difficult to find due to high demand and resellers. The article provides a guide on where to purchase the set in the US and UK, noting that prices are often inflated. The set celebrates three decades of the trading card game with special cards and box sets, and is officially releasing on September 16, 2026.
Pokémon Pokopia has a staggeringly large 21% attach rate on Nintendo Switch 2
Pokémon Pokopia has achieved over five million sales on the Nintendo Switch 2, representing a significant 21% attach rate for the console. The game's success, driven by word-of-mouth and critical acclaim, has led to the announcement of new DLC and strongly suggests a sequel is likely. Meanwhile, Nintendo has confirmed that Pokémon Bank servers will shut down on February 25, 2027, requiring users to transfer their Pokémon to Pokémon Home.
Pokemon Pokopia has sold over 5 million copies worldwide
Pokémon Pokopia has achieved over 5 million sales worldwide on the Nintendo Switch 2. The life-simulation game, co-developed by Game Freak and Koei Tecmo's Omega Force, launched on March 5th to positive reception.
Pokemon Pokopia soars past 5 million units sold
Pokemon Pokopia has surpassed 5 million global sales across physical and digital versions just four months after its release. Nintendo and The Pokemon Company announced the milestone, with the game continuing to sell well in its first fiscal year. An Expansion Pass with multiple DLC parts is also planned for release later this year and into 2027.
Nintendo, Pokemon Company announce Pokemon Pokopia sales have surpassed five million
Nintendo and The Pokemon Company announced that Pokemon Pokopia has sold over five million copies globally on the Nintendo Switch 2, just over four months after its March 5, 2026 launch. The life simulation game, which focuses on crafting and restoring a desolate land with Ditto, also received its first paid DLC expansion, Bubbly Basin, with two more parts scheduled for 2026 and 2027.
Pokemon Bank to end service in February 2027
The Pokemon Company has announced that Pokemon Bank, the storage app for Nintendo 3DS games, will end support on February 26, 2027. Users who have downloaded the app before the 3DS eShop closure in 2023 can still transfer their Pokemon to Pokemon Home until the service ends. This announcement coincides with news that Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen will become compatible with Pokemon Home on Nintendo Switch in October.
Pokemon Bank closes in 2027 and FireRed and LeafGreen link to Pokemon HOME
The Pokemon Company announced that Pokemon Bank, originally available on the Nintendo 3DS, will cease operations on February 26, 2027. Users will be directed to utilize the Pokemon HOME service thereafter. Additionally, Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen will gain compatibility with Pokemon HOME.
You have fewer than 200 days to migrate all your old Pokémon from Pokémon Bank to Pokémon Home, or they're gone forever
The Pokémon Company has announced that Pokémon Bank, a storage application for the Nintendo 3DS, will cease operations on February 25, 2027. Players have until this date to migrate their Pokémon from Pokémon Bank to Pokémon Home, as any remaining Pokémon will be lost permanently. Compatibility for Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen with Pokémon Home is expected in October 2026.
Pokemon Bank shuts down next year, cutting off the only transfer path from older Pokemon games to the Switch generation
The Pokemon Company announced that Pokemon Bank, a service for transferring Pokemon from older Nintendo 3DS titles, will cease operations on February 26, 2027. This marks the end of the primary method for moving creatures from the 3DS generation to the Nintendo Switch via Pokemon HOME. Players have until the shutdown date to transfer their Pokemon.
Pokemon Bank is shutting down, announcement released
The Pokemon Company has announced that Pokemon Bank will be shutting down on February 26, 2027. After this date, players will no longer be able to transfer Pokemon from Pokemon Bank to Pokemon Home. New downloads for the service have already ended, and players are advised to transfer their creatures before the shutdown.
Here’s a look at the different Pokemon Krispy Kreme doughnuts
Krispy Kreme has partnered with The Pokemon Company to release a line of Pokemon-themed doughnuts across the United States. This collaboration celebrates the franchise's 30-year anniversary and features various character designs.
Shpeshal Nick: Pokemon Ruby/Emerald/Sapphire ports planned for Switch late September/October
Leaker Shpeshal Nick claims that ports of Pokemon Ruby, Emerald, and Sapphire are planned for the Nintendo Switch, with a release window in late September or October. The Pokemon Company has not yet officially confirmed these rumored ports.