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Komeda’s Coffee Will Hold Pokemon Pokopia CampaignKomeda'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 2026This 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 weekMewtwo 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 ReleaseThe 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 $40,000An 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 Confirms Anniversary Pikachu Plush Local ReleaseThe 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.
Pokémon Center Confirms Anniversary Pikachu Plush RestocksThe 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.
Quiz: Who's That Digimon? | QuizThis 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? | QuizThis 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? | QuizThis 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.
Feature: "The Single Best Game Concept Ever" - Pokémon-Inspired Devs Talk The Series That Started It AllDevelopers from studios creating Pokémon-inspired games discuss the enduring appeal of the franchise's creature-collecting and battling mechanics. They highlight the series' impact on their own designs, praising its core loop of collecting, battling, and micro-rewards as a foundational concept in game design.- Pokémon Pokopia ReviewThis review of Pokémon Pokopia explores its life simulation elements. The game aims to integrate familiar Pokémon mechanics into a new life-simulation experience.
Pokemon Go March 2026 Events: Raid Bosses, Community Day, Pokopia Crossover, And MorePokemon Go is celebrating March with multiple in-game events, including a 30th anniversary celebration for the Pokemon series, a Pokopia crossover event, and a Community Day featuring Scorbunny. The month will also see rotating Raid Bosses, including legendary Pokemon and Mega Evolutions, and the return of the Bug Out event with a new Pokemon debut.
Pokémon Pokopia review - the essence of Pokémon gets a delightful twistPokémon Pokopia successfully captures the essence of the Pokémon franchise with a unique twist, blending elements of Animal Crossing and Minecraft. Players control a humanoid Ditto, utilizing transformation abilities to reshape the environment and build habitats for various Pokémon. The game features simulation mechanics like decoration, cooking, and crafting, with a day-night cycle that influences Pokémon appearances and strategic building decisions.
Pokémon Fan Claims World First Completion of Resident Evil Requiem Final Puzzle — But Insists They're Unsure Exactly How They Did It - IGNA Pokémon fan known as Gengar Collects has provided video evidence of completing the difficult Final Puzzle in Resident Evil Requiem, though they are unsure how they achieved it. The solution appears to involve holding a rare item, Marie's Doll, which players have been unable to find, suggesting a potential bug or an unconscious in-game action by Gengar Collects. The community is now working to reproduce the steps needed to obtain the doll and solve the puzzle.- Pokémon Fans Are Deciding the Ultimate Favourite Monster EverA fan poll is underway to determine the ultimate favorite Pokémon monster, with Nintendo Life narrowing down the National Pokédex of 1,025 entries to nine contenders. The poll pits generational favorites against modern designs, reflecting the diverse and often contentious nature of the Pokémon fandom.
- Pokémon celebrates 30 years! Pure Nintendo Podcast E152The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E152 celebrates 30 years of the Pokémon franchise. Hosts Jemma, Kirk, and Trev discuss the latest Pokémon news and the franchise's milestone anniversary.
Feature: 30 Pokémon You Probably Forgot That Deserve A Second ChanceThis article discusses 30 Pokémon that have faded into obscurity despite their potential or unique concepts. It highlights Pokémon like Shedinja, Klinklang, Zarude, Dhelmise, Maractus, Huntail, Gorebyss, Stakataka, and the Gen 8 Fossil Quartet, arguing they deserve more recognition and a second chance in the franchise's future.
The older Pokémon (and I) get, the more I appreciate its greatest asset - inter-generational brillianceThis article reflects on the enduring appeal of the Pokémon franchise, particularly its strength as an inter-generational experience. The author shares personal memories of bonding with their grandfather over the trading card game and discusses how the franchise continues to connect different age groups, highlighting its status as a major entertainment IP.