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Pokemon Pokopia Bubbly Basin DLC and Update Launch August 5

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The first paid DLC for Pokemon Pokopia, Bubbly Basin, is now available, introducing underwater exploration and building. A free 2.0 update also launched, adding quality-of-life improvements and the Dive ability. This expansion includes new Pokémon, quests, and building sets, with more DLC planned for the future.

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Checkpoint Gaming

Pokémon Pokopia v2.0 and Bubbly Basin DLC are the perfect reason to return

Pokémon Pokopia has received a free 2.0 update and its first paid DLC, Bubbly Basin, which introduces underwater exploration and building capabilities. The update includes significant quality-of-life improvements such as bulk item transfer and refined placement options. Bubbly Basin offers a large, new underwater area with new quests, collectibles, and building sets, though it is only available as part of the Expansion Pass.

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To Much Gaming

Pokémon Pokopia Sells 5 Minion Copies Four Months After Release — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides

Pokémon Pokopia, a crafting and building simulator, has released its first DLC, Bubbly Basin, on August 5. This DLC adds underwater exploration and city building capabilities. Future DLCs are planned for late 2026 and 2027, introducing new accessories and an additional town.

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Metro UK

Pokémon Pokopia: Bubbly Basin review - return to gaming’s cosiest post-apocalypse

The first DLC for Pokémon Pokopia, Bubbly Basin, adds an underwater town to explore and rebuild, offering a charming and expansive experience comparable to the base game. This expansion introduces new mechanics like underwater building and exploration, along with a wealth of new items and features, making it an essential addition for fans of the simulation and building game.

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Nintendo Everything

Pokemon Pokopia’s Expansion Pass is off to a great start with Bubbly Basin – here’s why

The Bubbly Basin DLC for Pokemon Pokopia offers significant value with its underwater exploration and building mechanics, alongside numerous quality-of-life improvements. This first wave of the Expansion Pass introduces new items, around 50 new Pokemon, and a five-hour main story, setting a strong precedent for future content.

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Gaming Bolt

Pokémon Pokopia’s Bubbly Basin DLC Live Now, New Launch Trailer Showcased

The first paid DLC chapter for Pokémon Pokopia, titled Bubbly Basin, is now available. This underwater expansion introduces Manaphy, a new Pokémon that teaches players how to breathe underwater, allowing access to the new titular town. The DLC also features new activities, a submarine base, and a launch trailer showcasing its art style.

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To Much Gaming

Pokémon Pokopia 'Bubbly Basin' DLC Releases August 5 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides

The Bubbly Basin DLC for Pokémon Pokopia, releasing August 5, introduces underwater exploration with new mechanics, items, and areas. A free update also enables underwater town creation for all players, and an in-game event for Feebas will run from August 13 to August 28. Future DLCs are planned for late 2026 and 2027, with the latter adding a new town.

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Massively Overpovered

Cozy multiplayer life sim Pokémon Pokopia releases the first part of its DLC expansion August 5

The first part of the Bubbly Basin DLC expansion for Pokémon Pokopia is set to release on August 5th for Nintendo Switch. This underwater expansion will introduce a new town, water-based Pokémon, new outfits, and underwater building mechanics. A free 2.0 update will also add the Dive move to the base game.

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Retro Gamer

Pokemon Pokopia's first DLC Bubbly Basin arrives next week, but I'm more interested in my Pokemon becoming…

The first part of the Pokemon Pokopia Expansion Pass, titled Bubbly Basin, is set to release on August 5, 2026, introducing an underwater town, new Pokemon, and gameplay mechanics like the Dive skill. A second part of the DLC will launch later in the year, adding outfit customization for Ditto and other Pokemon, with a third part planned for next year featuring another new town.

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Engadget

Pokémon Pokopia's first DLC comes to Switch 2 on August 5

The first DLC for Pokémon Pokopia is set to release on August 5 for the Nintendo Switch 2. This expansion will introduce a new underwater location and a dive mechanic for players to explore.

Shack News

Pokemon Pokopia's Bubbly Basin DLC and 2.0 update launch August 5

The Pokemon Company announced that the Bubbly Basin DLC for Pokemon Pokopia and its 2.0 update will launch on August 5, 2026. The DLC introduces a new underwater region, new Pokemon like Mudkip and Popplio, and new customization options. The free 2.0 update will add the Mythical Pokemon Manaphy and the Dive ability.

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My Nintendo News

Pokemon Company confirms Pokemon Pokopia DLC for 5th August

The Pokémon Company announced that the first part of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass, titled Bubbly Basin, will launch on August 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch. A free Version 2.0 update for Pokémon Pokopia also releases on the same date, adding new Pokémon, furniture, and outfits.

Eurogamer

Pokémon Pokopia's Bubbly Basin DLC and underwater-themed free update might be coming as soon as next week

A private commercial suggests that the Bubbly Basin DLC for Pokémon Pokopia and a free underwater-themed update may launch as early as August 5th. The DLC is expected to include new Asian temple-style building kits and confirmed Pokémon such as Mudkip and Sharpedo. This potential release date follows the game's strong performance and anticipation for substantial content updates.

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Gaming Bolt

Pokémon Pokopia’s Bubbly Basin DLC Launches on August 5th, Free Update Adds Diving

The first paid DLC for Pokémon Pokopia, titled Bubbly Basin, will launch on August 5th for Nintendo Switch 2, coinciding with a free Version 2.0.0 update. The DLC introduces an underwater town with new activities like deep-sea diving and features new Pokémon and items. A second part of the Expansion Pass is slated for late 2026.

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My Nintendo News

Pokemon Pokopia’s DLC seemingly launches 5th August

The first downloadable content for Pokemon Pokopia, titled Bubbly Basin, is slated for release on August 5th. This information was revealed through a now-private advertisement, and it marks the initial wave of DLC for the game, with more planned for the future.

Nintendo Everything

Pokemon Pokopia DLC – Part 1, Bubbly Basin release date announced

The first part of the Pokemon Pokopia Expansion Pass DLC, Bubbly Basin, will be released on August 5, 2026, for Nintendo Switch. This underwater-themed expansion will introduce new Pokémon, furniture, and outfits. A free 2.0 update is also planned for next month, adding the 'Dive' move.

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