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Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The article touches on unusual collaborations and merchandising, noting that Pokémon Pop-Tarts have become sought after by scalpers. It also mentions Gabe Newell's appearance in an advertisement for a yacht company he acquired.
Pokémon Scalpers Selling Limited-Edition Pop-Tarts For Ridiculous Prices
Scalpers are reselling limited-edition Pokémon-themed Pop-Tarts, originally sold at Target for under $3 a box, for over $10 on platforms like eBay, with some listings reaching $34.99. This follows a trend of scalping Pokémon merchandise, including clothing and other collectibles, which are also being sold at significantly inflated prices.
New Pokemon Gashapon Keychains Focus on Fire Types
Bandai Namco, Nintendo, and Game Freak have announced a new set of Pokemon Swing Collection keychains featuring fire-type Pokemon. The collection, which includes starters like Fennekin, Charizard, and Typhlosion, along with Flareon and Victini, will be available in Japan in late May 2026. It is currently unknown if these will be released worldwide.
Pokémon Scalpers Are Now Reselling Limited Edition Pop-Tarts
Scalpers are buying up limited edition Pokémon-themed Pop-Tarts, preventing fans from purchasing them. This trend highlights the growing issue of scalping extending beyond video games to related merchandise.
The 30 Best Pokemon of All Time
This article ranks the 30 greatest Pokemon of all time from the franchise's 30-year history. With over 1,000 Pokemon now in the official Pokedex, the list considers their impact across games, trading cards, and anime.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (2nd May)
Several Nintendo staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including playing demos for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Call of the Elder Gods. Other titles mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pentiment, Blasphemous II, and Alien: Isolation. The article also notes the ongoing Golden Week holiday in Japan and a Pokémon YouTube channel's closure due to copyright strikes.
5 Pokemon that need evolutions in Winds and Waves
This article speculates on five Pokemon that could receive new evolutions in the upcoming games, Pokemon Winds and Waves. It analyzes the current stats and typings of Pokemon like Carnivine, Tropius, Ledian, Swoobat, and Wailord, proposing potential stat boosts, new abilities, and type changes for their hypothetical evolutions.
Into the Black
An individual hid inside a Best Buy store until after closing in an attempt to acquire new Pokémon cards. The incident was reported by Boing Boing.
Gamers Still Pick Consoles for Exclusives, New Data Finds
New data from Circana indicates that exclusive games remain the primary reason for consumers choosing a specific console, with 41% of US players citing them as their main decision factor. While this figure has slightly decreased from the previous year, it still outweighs factors like friends and family owning a particular platform. Sony appears to be re-evaluating its strategy of porting major PlayStation 5 exclusives to PC, focusing more on hardware-driving titles and upcoming exclusives like Marvel's Wolverine and Grand Theft Auto 6.
The fabulous Razer Gengar PC accessories are all discounted right now, but I'd be quick if you want to catch…
Razer's Gengar-themed gaming accessories, including a headset and mouse pad, are currently discounted during Amazon Gaming Week. While the pricing reflects the Pokemon aesthetic, these deals represent the lowest prices seen for the collection. The article highlights the detailed Gengar theming on products like the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 USB Wired Headset and Razer Gigantus V2 XXL Gaming Mouse Pad.
Reddit Gaming Thread Shows How RPGs Became Secret English Teachers | HappyGamer
A Reddit discussion on the r/gaming subreddit highlights how role-playing games have served as secret English teachers, helping players build their vocabulary through in-game context. Participants shared examples from games like Final Fantasy Mystic Quest and Pokemon, illustrating how interactive experiences naturally introduce and reinforce new words. This thread underscores the educational potential of video games as engaging learning tools.
Silicon Valley Card & Collectible Show Returns in May 2026
World of Sports Memorabilia will host the Silicon Valley Card & Collectible Show on May 16-17, 2026, at Westgate Center Mall in San Jose, California. The event will feature vendors selling baseball cards, Pokémon cards, and fandom memorabilia, with free admission and parking. Additional shows are planned for June and July 2026, with more events scheduled throughout the Bay Area.
After 40 Years, Heroes Comic Books Moving to a New Campbell Location
Heroes Comic Books, a long-standing comic shop in Campbell, will relocate in June 2026 after over 40 years at its current location. The move to a new site within Campbell is driven by business growth and the need for more space. The store will continue to operate at its original address during the transition and will participate in Free Comic Book Day.
Man Arrested After Hiding Inside Closed Best Buy Ahead of Pokémon Card Restock
A man was arrested in Pasadena, California, after hiding inside a Best Buy store overnight. He was discovered by employees when they arrived for work ahead of a planned restock of Pokémon trading cards.
Uniqlo Gets Dragon Quest Shirts in Japan
Uniqlo has launched a new line of Dragon Quest t-shirts in Japan, featuring designs inspired by characters and monsters from the game. The shirts cost ¥1,990 each and are available in unisex sizes. While not yet confirmed for a worldwide release, similar crossovers have historically become available globally after their Japanese launch. Uniqlo also announced a separate Pokemon shirt collection for March 2026.
You know that Pokemon nature documentary channel? Yeah, it just got shut down
Nintendo of America has issued multiple copyright claims against the fan-made YouTube channel PokeNational Geographic, leading to its shutdown. The channel, created by EliousEntertainmentYT, produced animated nature documentaries about Pokémon. Despite the creator's defense that all models were original and in-game sounds were used sparingly, Nintendo's actions resulted in the channel's termination.
New Gacha Toys Involve Finding Pokemon in Boxes
Takara Tomy is releasing a new line of Pokemon gacha toys in Japan in May 2026, featuring characters like Eevee, Gimmighoul, Minccino, and Totodile playing with and hiding in boxes. Each capsule toy costs approximately $2, and it is uncertain if these will be available worldwide. The article also mentions recent Pokemon capsule toy collections and upcoming games like Pokemon Champions for Nintendo Switch, Android, and iOS.
More Pokemon Goldfish Crackers Arrive in May
Campbell Snacks is expanding its Pokemon Goldfish cracker line with four new cheddar-flavored varieties featuring Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle, launching in May 2026. A contest tied to a Pokemon Fossil Museum exhibit at Chicago's Field Museum is also planned. The Pikachu variant will be exclusive to Target and Walmart.
Asmodee Brings Massive Tabletop Showcase to UK Games Expo 2026 | Invision Game Community
Asmodee will host a large tabletop gaming showcase at the UK Games Expo 2026 in Birmingham, featuring over 160 games available for play and purchase. The event will include a new TCG Village for trading card games like Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering, alongside a Party and Play zone with themed activities.
MAXOUT DEBUTS AS THE ULTIMATE ALL-IN-ONE ESPORTS ECOSYSTEM
Cyber Tech Mob, Inc. is launching MaxOut, an all-in-one esports ecosystem designed to support various aspects of competitive gaming. Available on mobile and browser platforms, MaxOut integrates global leaderboards, professional management tools, and features for teams, leagues, casters, coaches, and competitors. The platform aims to address the fragmentation in the industry by providing a unified destination for essential esports tools.
