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June 2026 Target Pokemon Merchandise Drop DetailedTarget has detailed its upcoming second drop of Pokemon merchandise, set to launch on June 6, 2026, both in-store and online. The collection includes new Starter pullover jackets, shirts, puzzles, balls, and an Instant Print Digital Camera featuring Eevee. Some items from the first drop, like the Kanto Pokemon Starter Jacket, will also be restocked online on June 7, 2026.
The Cosplay Scene at FanimeCon 2026FanimeCon 2026 showcased a vibrant cosplay scene, with attendees from across the West Coast debuting new creations and updating existing builds. The convention, held from May 22-25 at the San Jose Convention Center, featured official gatherings for popular fandoms like Pokémon, Resident Evil, and Demon Slayer, alongside private photo sessions and a wide range of fan-inspired outfits.
Roughly 10 billion Pokemon cards were printed in the last year, which goes to show how bad the reseller situation is…Despite printing approximately 10 billion Pokemon cards in the last year, availability remains a significant issue due to high demand and resellers inflating prices. Total card production has risen to 85 billion, yet acquiring both new and old sets continues to be a struggle for consumers.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review – Gotta Lick ‘Em All!Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers a unique departure from traditional Yoshi platformers, focusing on exploration and experimentation with enemies rather than challenging platforming. Developed by Good-Feel and published by Nintendo, the game encourages players to act as researchers, discovering enemy behaviors and world interactions in sandbox-like levels. While some levels are weaker, the overall experience is a charming and inventive platformer with a distinct storybook art style.
Monster Crown: Sin Eater ReviewMonster Crown: Sin Eater, a sequel to the 2021 game, offers a darker take on the monster-battling genre with its pixel art and excellent soundtrack. However, the game suffers from a lack of direction, bland monster designs, and a poor difficulty curve, making it less engaging than similar titles like Pokémon or Cassette Beasts.- 10 Billion Pokémon Cards Were Printed Last Year — and It Still Wasn't Enough to Stop Shortages and ScalpingThe Pokémon Company produced over 10 billion trading cards last year, bringing the total to 85 billion cards printed to date. Despite this massive output, shortages and scalping continue to affect the market.
Pokemon series has now sold over 515 million software units worldwideThe Pokemon Company announced that the Pokemon franchise has sold over 515 million software units worldwide. This figure represents an increase of 26 million units sold in the past year. The article also references previous sales milestones for Pokemon Red/Blue, Pokemon X/Y, and compares the franchise's success to the Mario series.
As Pokemon Winds and Waves prepares to launch next year, the Pokemon Company reveals the series has now sold over 500…The Pokemon Company announced that the franchise has sold over 515 million units across all its games by the end of March 2026, with 26 million units sold in the last year. This figure includes recent releases like Pokemon Legends Z-A and ports of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen, and precedes the upcoming Pokemon Winds and Waves.- LumenTale: Memories of Trey (Switch, PC)The article discusses the upcoming game LumenTale: Memories of Trey, available on Nintendo Switch and PC. The author reflects on their past experience as a Pokémon expert during the franchise's initial boom in the late 90s, suggesting a potential connection or influence on their current writing.
Pokémon-Inspired Roblox Game Catch a Brainrot Is Coming to the Platform Soon!Indieun is set to release a new Roblox game called Catch a Brainrot on June 26th, 2026. The game combines Pokémon-style monster collecting with internet meme culture, featuring AI-generated creatures based on popular memes. Players will buy traps, catch creatures, send them to enclosures to generate cash, and upgrade equipment to catch more monsters.- A Pokemon Card Heist With A Chainsaw Ended Exactly How You’d Expect, AllegedlyA man in Florida, identified as Clayton Warren, has been arrested and charged with burglary and grand theft following a heist at a store where approximately $12,000 worth of Pokemon cards were stolen. Surveillance footage showed the suspect allegedly using a chainsaw to break into the establishment after failing to smash the window with a rock. This incident is part of a growing trend of high-value thefts targeting collectible stores.
- Florida Man Accused of Using Chainsaw to Steal $12,000 of Pokémon CardsA Florida man was arrested for allegedly stealing $12,000 worth of Pokémon cards from a store using a chainsaw. The incident involved a break-in where the cards were taken.
Review: LumenTale: Memories of Trey Experiments With the Pokemon FormulaLumenTale: Memories of Trey offers a fresh take on the monster-taming genre, drawing inspiration from Pokemon but introducing unique elements like a deep combat system and engaging narrative. Developed by Beehive Studios, the game features well-designed creatures and strategic turn-based battles. Despite some minor performance and UI quirks on the Nintendo Switch, it stands as an interesting addition to the genre, with a planned release for Switch and PC on May 26, 2026.
Dragonite and the Special Delivery anime special gets English versionThe Pokemon Company has released an English-language version of the anime special "Dragonite and the Special Delivery." The nearly 14-minute special, produced by CoMix Wave Films, follows a trainer named Hana and her partner Fuecoco on a journey to deliver a letter with no address. The article also briefly mentions that "Pokemon Winds and Waves" is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, with a 2027 release window.
Final Fantasy Tactics beat Pokemon when the Mewgenics creators were trying to figure out how combat should work: "One has depth, and the other has the illusion of depth"Mewgenics creators Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel discussed the game's development, revealing a shift from a Pokemon-like combat system to a Final Fantasy Tactics-inspired tactical RPG. They preferred the latter's depth, particularly regarding positioning mechanics, over what they perceived as Pokemon's more superficial combat.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (23rd May)Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Indiana Jones, Tales of Arise, and Mario Kart World. The article also touches on new mobile game announcements, trading card game scalping issues, and performance boosts on the Nintendo Switch 2.
LumenTale: Memories of Trey Review - More than mere imitationLumenTale: Memories of Trey is a creature-collecting RPG from Beehive Studios that offers a visually appealing experience with a focus on team-based combat and a unique story. While it draws heavily from Pokémon, it introduces mechanics like shared SP and TP meters, and a Holoken device for environmental interaction. Despite its strengths in aesthetics and combat systems, the game suffers from pacing issues in its narrative and a clunky Holoken power system.
U.S. Anime Audience Has More Than Doubled Since 2020 — Now 1 in 5 Americans Watch Anime, 15-Country Study FindsA new 15-country study by GEM Partners reveals that U.S. anime viewership has more than doubled since 2020, reaching 22% in 2025. Anime viewership increased globally across all surveyed markets, with Japan, China, and India showing the highest percentages. The report also highlights the popularity of titles like "Jujutsu Kaisen" and the significant role of streaming platforms like Netflix in anime consumption.
Hershey’s Kisses and Pokemon returnThe Hershey Company is collaborating with The Pokemon Company for a special-edition collection of Hershey's Kisses chocolates. The collection features 151 collectible foil designs inspired by Poke Balls, along with 10 new foils featuring Team Rocket. This limited-time release celebrates 30 years of Pokemon and aims to bring the joy of discovery to fans.
Misi Pokemon Gandeng Happy Asmara Rilis Dangdut Bareng PikachuThe Pokemon Company has collaborated with Indonesian dangdut singer Happy Asmara for a new song featuring Pikachu, titled 'Kopi Dangdut ~ver. Goyang HEPIKA~'. This initiative aims to deepen the enjoyment of Pokemon within Indonesia by blending the franchise with the popular local music genre. Happy Asmara also previously voiced a character in the animated series Pokemon Horizons Season 3.