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POKÉMON AND AARDMAN SHARE NEW LOOK AT ‘POKÉMON TALES: THE MISADVENTURES OF SIRFETCH’D & PICHU’ AT ANNECY INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION FILM FESTIVAL
The Pokémon Company International and Aardman shared new details about their upcoming stop-motion animation project, 'Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu,' at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. The project, set in the Galar region, is slated for a 2027 release and features a distinctly British sense of humor, characteristic of Aardman's work. Behind-the-scenes footage and artwork were revealed during a panel discussion.
Pokemon Pokopia Wish Upon a Jirachi Event And All Rewards
The Pokemon Pokopia Wish Upon a Jirachi event is live from June 23 to July 8, allowing players to encounter Jirachi and earn exclusive star-themed furniture and cosmetic items. To participate, players must progress to the Withered Wastelands and have restored the first Pokemon Center. Event currency, Sparkling Wish Notes, is earned by crafting Wish Notes and fulfilling other Pokemon's requests.
A wild Hori Ditto compact carry-all case has appeared, and my Switch 2 needs it
Hori has unveiled a new Ditto-themed compact carry-all case for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring adorable design details like Ditto-shaped zippers and interior lining. The case is priced at $39.99 and is expected to release in the US on July 1, with a Japanese release for a matching Ditto plush pouch set for July 31.
The winners and losers of Pokemon Champions’ Regulation M-B
The article analyzes the winners and losers of Pokemon Champions' new Regulation M-B format, focusing on the impact of new Mega Evolutions and Pokemon. It highlights Mega Swampert, Mega Mawile, Mega Metagross, and Mega Staraptor as strong additions, while Mega Malamar, Mega Pyroar, and Mega Scolipede are deemed less effective. The analysis also notes that despite new additions, the format lacks sufficient counters to dominant Pokemon like Basculegion and Mega Charizard Y.
Pokemon Pokopia Gets a Jirachi Event Next Week
Pokemon Pokopia is launching a Jirachi event on June 23, 2026, running until July 8, 2026. This collection-type event requires players to find Shining Wish Notes on Dream Islands to trade for starry-themed bedroom furniture. Jirachi will also be transferable to offline games after the event concludes.
You Can Save $15 On The Lego Star Wars Grogu & Hover Pram Set
The Lego Star Wars Grogu & Hover Pram set is currently on sale at Target for $56, down from its original price of $70. This 1,048-piece set features a brick-built Grogu figure, his hover pram, and an information plaque. The article also mentions new Lego releases for June, including Star Wars and Pokemon themed sets.
Rumor: Nintendo hit with data breach, hacker steals 859MB of data via TINYpulse
A hacker claims to have stolen 859MB of data from TINYpulse systems, potentially affecting Nintendo employees. The stolen data reportedly includes employee names, emails, surveys, analytics reports, and financial documents like bank statements and W-9 forms. This alleged breach follows previous security incidents involving Nintendo and Game Freak.
New Details Revealed for PokémonXP and 2026 Pokémon World Championships, and Pokémon North America International Championships Move to Chicago in 2027
The Pokémon Company International announced that the 2027 Pokémon North America International Championships will be held in Chicago, Illinois. New details were also revealed for PokémonXP and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, which will take place in San Francisco. The article also recaps the winners of the 2026 North America International Championships held in New Orleans.
Pokémon North America International Championships Moving to Chicago in 2027
The Pokémon North America International Championships, previously held in New Orleans, Louisiana for three years, will relocate to Chicago, Illinois starting in 2027. This marks a significant change for the annual esports event.
Pokemon card resellers are ruining the hobby, but making my own Pokedex got me back in the game
The author discusses how the rise of resellers has negatively impacted the Pokemon Trading Card Game hobby, shifting the focus from collecting to monetary value. They found renewed enjoyment by setting a personal goal of completing a Pokedex binder using their existing collection and new packs, prioritizing favorite artwork over rare hits.
Japanese gamers reveal their favourite games and the answers might surprise you
A survey by Japanese magazine Famitsu revealed that RPGs dominate the preferences of Japanese gamers, with series like Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy being highly influential and desired. Nintendo was named the nation's favorite developer, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was a top pick for recommendations and replaying. The survey highlights a significant difference in gaming tastes compared to Western markets, with a strong emphasis on adventure and anime-style games in Japan.
Gotta Fetch 'Em All! Your Pet Will Love Pokémon's Latest Merch Line
The Pokémon Company has launched a new 'Pokémon Playful Partners' collection featuring merchandise for pets, including bowls, harnesses, beds, and toys. The range, designed by artist James Turner, is available on The Pokémon Center website with prices varying from $9.99 for can covers to $229.99 for a Snorlax bed.
Japanese gamers vote on most influential game and series, favorite character, favorite developer, more
Famitsu magazine's 40th-anniversary survey of over 5,000 Japanese gamers revealed Nintendo as the favorite developer and Mario as the favorite character. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was highly recommended, while Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series dominated influence and sequel requests. Masahiro Sakurai was named favorite creator.
Pokemon Center Selling Pet Accessories and Toys
The Pokemon Center has launched a new 'Playful Partners' merchandise line in the US, featuring 22 pet accessories and toys. The collection includes items like collars, harnesses, beds, and dishes, with artwork from character designer James Turner. This follows a previous 'Pokemon Fossil Museum' line and precedes the upcoming 'Pokemon Winds and Waves' for the Switch 2 in 2027.
Stern Pinball SGF Hands-On – Gotta Ball ‘Em All!
Stern Pinball showcased several new machines at Summer Game Fest, including ones themed around Transformers, King Kong, and two versions of Pokémon Pinball. The Pokémon machines, based on the anime, feature a "catch 'em all" mechanic where players can catch Pokémon by hitting the ball into a Poké Ball on the board, recording them in a digital dex. The article highlights the nostalgic elements and fan-oriented designs of each machine.
Woman's life saved from gun-wielding dog by brave gaming PC
A PC gamer's life was reportedly saved when a bullet fired by a neighbor's dog struck and was deflected by their gaming PC. The incident, which occurred in the US, resulted in the neighbor facing criminal negligence charges and having their gun confiscated. While the PC sustained damage, the owner expressed relief that no one was seriously injured and is considering replacing components.
POKÉMON CENTER ARRIVES IN GERMANY, LAUNCHES FIRST-EVER PET ACCESSORIES LINE CALLED ‘POKÉMON PLAYFUL PARTNERS’
The Pokémon Company International has launched its official online store, Pokémon Center, in Germany, offering direct-to-door delivery. Alongside this expansion, they have introduced their first-ever pet accessories line, 'Pokémon Playful Partners,' featuring items like bowls, beds, harnesses, and leashes designed by illustrator James Turner.
Pokémon Pokopia announces an underwater ‘expansion’ DLC pass for this August
Pokémon Pokopia, a co-op life simulation game, is releasing an underwater "expansion pass" DLC starting this August. The first part, Bubbly Basin, will introduce underwater Pokémon, ocean-themed furniture, and new outfits for Ditto. Subsequent parts are scheduled for late 2026 and 2027.
I went hands-on with Lego Pokemon Smart Play, and my inner 10 year-old was losing it
Lego has introduced a new line of interactive Pokemon toys featuring 'Smart Bricks' that allow the figures to detect motion, light up, and make sounds. These new brick-built Pokemon, including Pikachu and Charizard, can interact with players through touch, feeding, and even simulated battles, drawing inspiration from the video games' mechanics and player feedback.
Pokemon Chonkachu Original Pikachu Plush Will Be Back
Shimamura Park will begin pre-orders in June 2026 for a limited run of the "Chonkachu" plush, a recreation of the original 1997 Pikachu design. The plush, measuring 40cm tall, costs 6930 JPY (approx. $43.20) and will ship in late June to mid-July 2026. This announcement comes as the next mainline Pokemon game, Winds and Waves, is slated for a 2027 release on the Switch 2.
