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Pokémon Pokopia's First Event Starts Next Week, But You Can Access It Right Now - IGN
The limited-time event for Pokémon Pokopia, featuring Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff, begins March 9 and runs until March 24. Players can access the event early by adjusting their Nintendo Switch system clock. The event introduces a new "cotton spore" material used to craft picnic-themed furniture and attract the featured Pokémon.
First Pokemon Pokopia Event Stars Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff
Nintendo has announced the first "Pokemon Pokopia" in-game event, "More Spores for Hoppip," which will feature Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff. This limited-time event runs from March 9-24, 2026, on the Nintendo Switch and offers exclusive items and characters. An additional early purchase bonus provides a Ditto rug available until January 31, 2027.
Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary Sparks Surge in PSA Card Grading
The Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) has reported a significant surge in Pokémon trading card grading submissions, with the franchise now dominating TCG submissions and surpassing sports cards. In 2024 alone, PSA graded 1.5 million Pikachu cards, a figure comparable to the total number of Michael Jordan cards graded since 1991, indicating a major shift in the collectibles market.
Palmon Survival Needs Less Building, More Story
Palmon Survival offers an intriguing initial story and Pokémon-like elements but suffers from excessive building requirements and frequent crashes, detracting from its potential. The article questions the developer's identity, citing community speculation about Lilith Games, and advises caution regarding microtransactions due to potential issues with refunds and account blocks.
Here’s the lowdown on if shiny Pokemon are in Pokemon Pokopia
Pokemon Pokopia does not feature shiny Pokemon, which may disappoint fans who enjoy hunting for these rare variants. The game's design, focused on island building rather than traditional Pokemon catching, explains the absence of shinies. While not currently present, the possibility of their addition in future updates or multiplayer modes is mentioned, though not considered highly likely.
Want to know how many Pokémon are in Pokopia? Here’s the complete Pokédex
Pokémon Pokopia features a base Pokédex with 300 Pokémon, a significant increase from early franchise entries. Players will unlock most Pokémon by expanding their island, upgrading habitats, and meeting specific species requirements, rather than finding them all immediately. The game does not include shiny variants.
You’ll never guess where to learn Waterfall in Pokémon Pokopia (actually, you will)
This guide explains how to learn the Waterfall ability in Pokémon Pokopia, which is taught by Gyarados. Players must find Gyarados at the bottom of a specific waterfall located in the Sparkling Skylands region. Waterfall is a movement ability that allows Ditto, when transformed into Lapras, to travel up waterfalls while Surfing.
Uniqlo Will Sell Pokemon 30th Anniversary Shirts
Uniqlo will release a collection of Pokemon 30th anniversary shirts featuring five unisex adult and five children's designs. The collection will debut in Japan on March 23, 2026, with a worldwide release to follow later that year. The shirts will feature watercolor-style art of various Pokemon, including Kanto starters, Charizard, Pikachu, Gengar, Snorlax, Eevee, Mewtwo, and Mew.
Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed 5m copies | TAG
Resident Evil Requiem has achieved over 5 million sales in less than a week, marking a significant success for Capcom and the survival horror genre. The game launched on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, and has received strong critical and user reviews. The article also touches on Dungeons & Dragons' "5.5e" update, Pokémon Pokopia's global release, and Capcom's commitment to addressing PC performance issues in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Komeda’s Coffee Will Hold Pokemon Pokopia Campaign
Komeda's Coffee is launching a collaboration campaign with Pokemon in Japan starting March 5, 2026, featuring special menu items inspired by Ditto. Customers ordering these items will receive a free charm, and limited-edition merchandise like a reusable container will also be available for purchase. The campaign will have two parts, with new menu items introduced on April 9, 2026.
Every Video Game Showcase To Watch In 2026
This guide lists upcoming video game showcases and digital events scheduled for 2026, including major publisher presentations and indie-focused livestreams. It provides dates, times, and platforms for events like Summer Game Fest, The Game Awards, and various developer directs from companies such as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.
Games Inbox: Is it worth buying a PS5 in 2026?
Readers discuss whether it's worth buying a PlayStation 5 in 2026, considering the potential release of the PlayStation 6 and the option of purchasing a Switch 2. Other topics include the appeal of extraction shooters like Marathon, the behavior of zombies in Resident Evil Requiem, and Nintendo's secretive approach to announcing new games for the Switch 2.
Mewtwo is back to catch in Pokémon Go this week
Mewtwo is returning to Pokémon Go as part of a 30th anniversary event running from March 3rd to March 9th. Players can encounter Mewtwo by progressing through the free Go Battle Pass to rank 80. The event will also feature other Kanto region Pokémon, including the Legendary Birds Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres, as well as starters, Pikachu, Magikarp, and Eevee through various in-game activities.
We Really Want To See This Pokémon Dice Game Roll Out A Western Release
The Pokémon Company and Bandai have revealed Plakoro, a new version of a Japanese dice game from the '90s, set to launch in Japan in July. This tabletop game involves customizing dice and battling opponents, with starter sets featuring popular Pokémon like Charmander and Pikachu. The article expresses a strong desire for a Western release of the game.
Rare 1999 Pokemon card sells for over $40,000
An extremely rare 1st edition Shadowless Base Set Charizard Pokemon card from the earliest print run sold for over $40,000 at auction. The card, graded 9 out of 10, highlights the significant financial value and enduring momentum of the Pokemon franchise's collector economy, demonstrating continued capital investment decades after its initial success.
Pokémon Center Confirms Anniversary Pikachu Plush Restocks
The Pokémon Company has confirmed that the "Beginning Pikachu" plush, inspired by the Game Boy era design, will be restocked as a pre-order purchase. This anniversary item, exclusive to Japan and previously sold out, will also see a restock of its accompanying keychain. While select 30th-anniversary merchandise is available locally, there is no current confirmation of this specific plush's release outside of Japan.
Pokémon Confirms Anniversary Pikachu Plush Local Release
The Pokémon Company has confirmed that the "1996 style" anniversary Pikachu plush and keychain, inspired by the Game Boy era design, will receive a local release. This follows news of restocks in Japan for the popular item, which had previously sold out due to high demand.
Quiz: Who's That Digimon? | Quiz
This quiz tests players' knowledge of Digimon, a franchise featuring monster collecting and battling, similar to Pokemon. The article encourages fans to test their expertise and follow the publication on social media for more quizzes.
Quiz: How many of these spooky Pokemon can you name? | Quiz
This quiz challenges players to identify ten spooky Pokemon suitable for Halloween. It highlights Pokemon with ghost, demon, and creepy characteristics, referencing examples like Yamask and Cubone. The article also suggests checking out a list of the creepiest Pokemon of all time.
How many video game cats can you name? | Quiz
This quiz challenges players to identify various cats featured in video games, from Animal Crossing villagers to Pokemon and characters in catsuits. The article highlights the prevalence of feline characters across different gaming titles.
