Initially announced on January 31st, 2020, Niantic announced it would begin testing new types of events during February 2020 – Pokémon Spotlight Hour and Mystery Bonus Hour. After testing and user feedback, Niantic combined both events into one and announced what Pokémon and bonuses would be featured in advance. Now,…
During the Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out (Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 to Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024), Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon were added to the game. This mechanic is part of Pokémon’s Generation VIII (Pokémon Sword and Shield) where Pokémon transform into “giant” versions of themselves or even new larger…
Christmas is only a few days away, and if you’re like me, you may have waited until the last minute to grab gifts for the gamers in your life. Luckily, there are still plenty of Nintendo Switch 2 deals available right now that will arrive before Christmas! Here’s everything you…
Fashion may be the last thing on your mind right now, but the Levi’s x SUPER MARIO collection is now available in Japan! That means you can find Mario and friends on numerous streetwear and accessories. In this limited edition clothing line you’ll find polo shirts, hoodies, denim jackets, tote…
The long-running Super Mario comic series, penned by Yukio Sawada, is finally entering a warp pipe to North America! Published in CoroCoro Magazine since 1991, the mustachio plumber has been reliving his video game adventures with a hefty dose of humor and habits of breaking the fourth wall. With 55…
Due to today’s current events, ways to celebrate graduations have gotten creative — like hosting a digital ceremony in Minecraft, planning a party for a future date when restrictions are lifted, and more. What doesn’t have to change too much is giving the new graduates some gifts. Know a Pokémon…
Hopefully you’ve been utilizing this unfortunate situation to catch up on your backlog of video games. If your gaming appetite has started to wane, though, a new Pokémon comic might just be the palate cleanser you need: Legendary has revealed a Pokémon Detective Pikachu graphic novel. This 112-page comic…
Next month, Pokémon Centers in Japan are not just exploring Easter, but the Galar region itself! A new collection of Pokémon goodies, dubbed Pokémon Galar Journey, features Pokémon Sword & Shield’s starters alongside a few friendly faces. Keychains, stationery goods, towels, socks, and plushies make up the product line. While…
In my experience, someone turning 28 has never been all that significant, falling squarely in the range of “just another birthday.” Such handwaving won’t do for a cutie like Kirby though, who’s set to reach that age in just one month’s time on April 27th. To celebrate, both Kirby Café…
Who’s a good boy? In this case, it’s Yamper, the lovable Electric- type Pokémon who debuted in Sword & Shield. The Pokémon Center in Japan is exclusively bringing the sweet dog-like ‘mon to life through a plush that’s life-size. With the dimensions standing at 15″ x 8″ x 22″, this…
Are you ready for a little whimsy that you can wear? This new jewelry from the Pokémon Center is bringing a fashionable flair in the form of silver in an all-new collection dedicated to Pikachu and Eevee. Titled ‘Pikachu & Eevee Tails’, the sterling silver has been crafted into a…
Looking for some Link figurines? Medicom Toy has revealed details for three new figures of the legendary hero from The Legend of Zelda, each based on a different incarnation of the legendary hero from across the series — one from Minish Cap, one from Ocarina of Time, and one from…
Searching for a new, fresh look for spring? Well, the Pokémon Center is here to help! The online store is kicking off the week with a whole new lineup of tees sporting a nice variety of ‘mon. You’ll find Pikachu, Gyrardos, Charizard, Meowth, and many others printed across the shirts…
The 2020 spring convention circuit has had to readjust plans due to the coronavirus. Whether the decision was to cancel the event entirely or postpone it to a later date, we’ve also seen companies and artists host their own online conventions. Funko put together an online version of Emerald City…
For the fourth year in a row, the Pokémon Center’s got something really sweet up its sleeve for Easter. In previous years we saw Pikachu and Eevee receive the floral treatment with cute flower wreaths and other decor in a variety of products. Plushes, folders, cookies, keychains, stickers… They all…
