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Random: Nothing Says "I Choose You!" Quite Like These Pokémon Engagement Rings
Japanese jewelry brand U-Treasure has partnered with The Pokémon Company to release a new line of custom engagement and wedding rings. The collection features designs inspired by various Pokémon, including starter Pokémon, Legendaries, and Poké Balls, with options for different gemstones and engravings. The rings are made-to-order and come with a special Poké Ball-shaped case.
The adorable Eevee Switch 2 accessory set from Hori has ignited my love of the classic Pokemon
This review examines Hori's Eevee Cottage Core accessory line for the Nintendo Switch, including a game card case, controller, and pouch. While the author initially wasn't a big Eevee fan, the charming cottage core aesthetic and functional design of the accessories, particularly the Puff Pouch, reignited their appreciation for the classic Pokemon.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream preview: our last look at the Nintendo Switch game before launch
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch doubles down on creativity and player-driven storytelling, building on the series' focus on social interaction using player-created Miis. The sequel introduces enhanced customization options for Miis, including pronoun and dating preference selection, and allows players to customize the island town and incorporate custom drawings. The game aims to provide a relaxing, silly, and fun experience with low-stakes interactions and mini-games.
Bloomberg: Nintendo to cut Switch 2 production to 4 million this quarter on weaker US sales
Nintendo is reportedly cutting production of the Nintendo Switch 2 to 4 million units this quarter due to weaker-than-expected sales in the United States. The company had previously aimed for 6 million units. This decision comes despite a recent improvement in software, highlighted by the Pokemon franchise.
Japanese Teens Apparently Love Nintendo Switch More Than Pokémon & Disney
A survey of 37,000 Japanese teenagers revealed that Nintendo and the Nintendo Switch are highly popular, ranking second and third respectively, behind YouTube. Both Nintendo brands surpassed the popularity of Pokémon and Disney among this demographic. The Nintendo Switch continues to perform strongly in sales within Japan.
"Honestly looks official": Fan-made Lego Pokemon Magnemite gets community seal of approval
A fan has created an impressive fan-made Lego set of the Pokemon Magnemite, which has received widespread approval from the online community for its official-looking design. This fan creation is comparable in scale to existing official Lego Pokemon sets like Eevee, sparking discussion about potential future official releases.
Final Fantasy's Wait Times: Sinking Its Own Magic?... | TAG
This article rounds up several gaming news items, including new Pokémon accessories for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation's upcoming AI-powered frame generation technology, concerns about long release intervals for the Final Fantasy series, and New Blood's commitment to supporting GOG. It also touches on quick hits like Mario Kart Tour's age rating change and updates for fighting games.
More Pokémon! Switch 2 update! And what makes a perfect game? Pure Nintendo Podcast E155
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E155 covers recent Pokémon news and an update regarding the Nintendo Switch 2's backward compatibility with Nintendo Switch games. The hosts also discuss elements that contribute to a perfect game.
If you ask Yoshi-P, kids don't care about Final Fantasy anymore because they're taking too long to come out
Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy 14, acknowledges that younger generations may not be as engaged with the Final Fantasy series due to long release intervals between titles. He hopes Dissidia Duellum can help foster community and brand awareness, contrasting the series' pace with the more frequent releases of games like Genshin Impact. The article also notes the significant gaps between recent main Final Fantasy entries.
All those upcoming spin-offs aside, Pocketpair apparently aren't all that interested in a Palworld "media empire"
Pocketpair, the developer behind Palworld, has stated they have no desire to become a media empire despite announcing several spin-off games. Publishing head John Buckley explained that these projects, including a dating sim and a card game, are created in response to direct player requests. While acknowledging Palworld's success, Pocketpair aims to focus on making fans happy rather than expanding into a large media franchise.
Japan: Nintendo Switch is 2nd most popular brand with teenagers, beating Pokemon, Disney and Nintendo itself
A survey of over 37,000 Japanese teenagers revealed the Nintendo Switch is the second most popular brand among those under 20, surpassing brands like Pokemon, Disney, and Nintendo itself. YouTube ranked as the most popular brand overall.
Review: Pokémon Pokopia (Nintendo Switch 2)
Pokémon Pokopia is a life simulation game where players control Ditto in a world where humans have vanished. Guided by Professor Tangrowth, players rebuild towns, befriend returning Pokémon, and uncover clues about the humans' disappearance. The game features exploration across six territories, habitat creation to attract Pokémon, and a real-time clock system, offering a cozy and engaging experience on the Nintendo Switch.
Rumour: Minifigure Scale Pokémon Lego Appears Online In New Leak
A leak suggests a minifigure-scale Lego Eevee set is planned for release in August, potentially part of a $260 diorama set with 2,239 pieces. This follows the recent reveal of Lego Mario figures expected in 2027.
Here’s a look at LEGO Eevee minifigure
A leaked photo reveals a LEGO Eevee minifigure that will be part of a Poke Ball set releasing later this year. The LEGO Group and The Pokemon Company have officially revealed several LEGO Pokemon sets, including Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise, Pikachu, and Eevee, with more expected in the future.
Equinox Announces Cancellation of Altered TCG Roots of Corruption Campaign, and The End of The Game
Developer Equinox has announced the cancellation of The Altered TCG's Roots of Corruption campaign and the end of the game due to insufficient funding. Despite raising over €1.1 million in total, the project required at least €2 million to continue. The game, which previously set records for crowdfunding on Kickstarter, faced challenges in a competitive market and delays in its digital storefront.
Vaporeon, Flareon, Jolteon getting the Pokemon Build-A-Bear treatment
Build-A-Bear is releasing plush versions of Vaporeon, Flareon, and Jolteon, the original Eevee evolutions from the Pokemon franchise. These new plush toys will be available in select Build-A-Bear Workshops and online.
Altered TCG shuts down due to missing the €2 million needed "to guarantee the future of the game"
The trading card game Altered has ceased operations due to failing to secure the necessary €2 million to guarantee its future. Despite raising €1.1 million from partners and the community, developer Equinox announced the shutdown of the Roots of Corruption expansion and the game itself. Founder Régis Bonnessée stated that answers regarding digital collections and Board Game Arena's future will be provided after the team processes the decision.
Pokémon Pokopia Review - GameHaunt
Pokémon Pokopia offers a unique take on the franchise by setting players in a post-collapse Kanto where Pokémon must fend for themselves, with the player acting as a Ditto disguised as a trainer. This cozy sandbox game blends survival, discovery, and community building, creating an emotionally resonant experience focused on caretaking rather than capturing. The game runs cleanly on Nintendo Switch, featuring expressive Pokémon animations and a satisfying core loop of habitat creation and resource gathering.
Pokémon Card Owner in Japan Swindled Out of Over $300,000 After Falling for One of the Oldest Fake Money Tricks in the Book - IGN
Three men in Japan have been arrested for allegedly swindling a Pokémon card collector out of 51 million yen (approximately $320,000) by using fake money. The suspects presented bundles of paper designed to look like cash, with only the top note being genuine. This incident highlights the increasing value of rare Pokémon cards and the risks associated with high-value transactions in the collectibles market.
If you want to collect Pokemon cards again like me, this is the best place to start
This article serves as a guide for returning players interested in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, recommending the Pokémon Day 2026 Collection as a good starting point due to its value and inclusion of recent booster packs. It acknowledges the current market challenges, including stock shortages and price hikes, making it difficult to find specific sets like Chaos Rising.
