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Google's new Pokémon Sleep special edition Fitbit slaps Pikachu on your wrist
Google and Fitbit have collaborated to release a special edition Fitbit Air wearable featuring a Pokémon Sleep theme, including a Snorlaxian blue colorway and a Pikachu design on the strap. This $129.99 device, launching September 15, functions identically to the standard Fitbit Air but adds a premium for the Pokémon branding. While most fitness trackers already support Pokémon Sleep integration, this special edition serves as a statement piece for fans.
LoLdle Answers Today (August 26, 2026) - Emoji, Quote & More
This article provides the daily answers for the League of Legends-themed puzzle game, LoLdle, for August 26, 2026. It details the solutions for the Classic, Quote, Ability, Emoji, and Splash Art modes, identifying champions like Lux, Viktor, Brand, Alistar, and Sylas. The guide also explains the mechanics of each LoLdle mode.
Pokemon x Polaroid collection revealed, pre-orders open
Polaroid has announced a new collection in collaboration with Pokemon, featuring three distinct products. The collection includes special edition Go Gen 3 cameras inspired by Pikachu and Sylveon, and a Poke Ball-themed Polaroid Now Instant Camera Generation 3. Pre-orders are now open, with the collection expected to launch in late September or October 2026.
Pokemon GO Twilight Trails: Two Mega's Coming After Long Wait
The upcoming Pokemon GO Twilight Trails season, running from September 8 to December 1, 2026, will introduce Mega Evolutions for Staraptor and Chandelure, alongside new Pokemon like Maschiff and Mabosstiff. The season will also feature Dynamax forms of Azelf, Mesprit, and Uxie, and the return of Umbreon and Espeon with special scarves.
Don't tell Nintendo, but I turned GTA 5 into Pokémon Go using a mod
A mod for Grand Theft Auto 5, dubbed 'Pokémon Go GTA Edition,' transforms the game's world into a Pokémon-catching experience. Players can encounter and capture creatures like Geodude and Squirtle within Los Santos, though the mod's functionality may be affected by other installed modifications.
US physical game sales drop to lowest monthly total since 1995 | US Monthly Charts
US physical game sales in July reached their lowest point since 1995, totaling $85 million. Hardware spending also saw a significant decline of 29% year-over-year, reaching $282 million, the lowest July total since 2020. Despite these drops, Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 topped the charts, driven by its PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 port.
US Video Game Spending Just Had One Of Its Worst Julys Ever
US video game spending experienced a significant slump in July, falling 10% year-over-year to $4.5 billion according to Circana data. Both physical software sales and hardware sales hit multi-year lows, with higher hardware prices and the anticipation of the Nintendo Switch 2 impacting console sales. Content spending also declined, primarily driven by a drop in mobile game revenue.
Games Inbox: How much disruption will GTA 6 launch cause?
Readers discuss the potential disruption caused by the Grand Theft Auto 6 launch, comparing it to Pokémon Go and anticipating media coverage. Other topics include the success of recent Star Wars games, competition between publishers like Activision and EA, the Amiga retro scene, the high cost of Star Citizen, concerns about Bethesda's game development quality post-layoffs, and the secrecy surrounding Nintendo's Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
Massively on the Go: Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Mega Finale is less free and less content
The Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Go Fest Mega Finale is facing criticism for its perceived lack of content and increased monetization. Players are expressing dissatisfaction with the cost of unlocking Mega Evolutions, particularly for starters and Mewtwo, which requires significantly more energy compared to other Mega Evolutions like the Primals. Concerns are also raised about the value proposition of paid event tickets and the potential for future features like Plus Moves to be similarly locked behind paywalls.
Pokemon Home details Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen support, Celebi reward for completing the Pokedex, more
Pokemon Home will add support for Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch in October 2026, allowing players to transfer Pokemon to other titles in the series. Completing the Pokedex in these games will reward players with the Mythical Pokemon Celebi in the mobile version of Pokemon Home. The update also includes changes to the Premium Plan storage capacity and the transfer of Pokemon GO Safari Balls.
Hundo Mewtwo Available For Pokemon GO In New Event
Pokemon GO is offering a special timed research event from August 12 to September 6, 2026, to compensate players who missed a previous invitation-only event. Participants can earn a perfect IV Mewtwo with a special background, a Master Ball, and Mega Energy. Players who attended the original event will receive different rewards.
There's Never Been a Better Time to Log Into Pokémon Go, as the Game Gives Away a Perfect Stat Mewtwo and Master Ball
Players logging into Pokémon Go can currently claim a free Mewtwo with perfect stats and a rare Master Ball. This limited-time giveaway offers a significant in-game reward to active players.
Pokémon Go’s Ban Wave Lends Weight to the Rare-Quest ‘Injection’ Trade, and Fans Suspect an Inside Job
Pokémon Go players are reportedly receiving 30-day account bans for acquiring rare Pokémon through 'injecting,' a method that grants access to unauthorized questlines. This practice, which has been rumored for over a year and involves selling these rare creatures for hundreds of dollars, suggests a potential internal leak or server hack. Developer Scopely Explore has not yet commented on the situation.
Selling Impossible Pokémon: Ban Reports Point to Long-Rumored Black Market for 'Injecting' Rare Pokémon Go Quests, Sparking Speculation of Insider Involvement
Reports indicate that Pokémon Go players are being banned for obtaining rare Pokémon through unauthorized means, suggesting the existence of a black market for 'injecting' rare creatures. This has led to speculation about potential insider involvement in facilitating these fraudulent acquisitions.
EA Has Officially Been Sold, And What Comes Next Could Be Painful
Electronic Arts has been acquired by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund in a $55 billion leveraged buyout, making it the largest LBO in history. The deal has raised concerns about potential layoffs, studio closures, and game cancellations due to the significant debt involved. EA CEO Andrew Wilson will remain in his position, but the company's future financial operations will be less transparent as it moves from public to private ownership.
Pokémon Go's LEGO Store Promotion is Now Live — Here's Where to Find a Location Near You
A promotional collaboration between Pokémon Go and LEGO is now live, offering exclusive in-game rewards to players who visit participating LEGO stores. The article provides information on how to find these locations.
Pokemon Go August 2026 Events: Raid Bosses, Spotlight Hours, Pokemon Debuts, And More
Pokemon Go is concluding its Forever Forward season in August 2026 with various in-game events, including new Pokemon debuts like Gigantamax Rillaboom and Mega Starmie. Players can anticipate themed events such as Arctic Embers and a Water Festival, alongside regular Raid boss rotations, Spotlight Hours, and a special event celebrating the 2026 Pokemon World Championships.
AppMagic: Pokémon Go generates $48.5m during 10th anniversary celebrations
Pokémon Go generated over $48.5 million in in-app purchases during its 10th anniversary week, a new weekly record, driven by the Road to Legends event and Pokémon Go Fest: Global. The game ranked fourth globally for grossing apps that week and has accumulated over $6.4 billion in revenue since its 2016 launch. Scopely executives confirmed that a sequel is unlikely, with future developments focusing on expanding the existing game's community and features.
Pokemon GO Fest Finale 2026 Dates & Leak Details
Scopely has announced that Pokemon GO Fest Finale 2026 will take place on September 5th and 6th. Leaks suggest that Mega Greninja, Mega Delphox, Mega Chesnaut, and potentially Mega Zygrade will be featured. The article also briefly mentions an upcoming anniversary event for Clash of Clans.
Perfect Ten: MMORPGs whose fans I feel sorry for
This opinion piece discusses ten MMORPGs whose fans are felt to be underserved or unfairly treated due to various issues like poor publishing deals, legal troubles, corporate decisions, or a perceived lack of developer care. Games like Fractured Online, Ashes of Creation, The Elder Scrolls Online, and New World are highlighted for their fanbases facing significant challenges.
