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…
At the end of Pokémon GO’s Season of Max Out, there’s a special global event that all Trainers can partake in. Not quite a GO Fest or Tour, the GO Wild Area event is pulling some inspiration from the Safari Zone, but with a spotlight on Electric- and Poison-type Pokémon….
Looks like Squirtle’s not just making a splash in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate; it’s going to be the featured Pokémon of the next Community Day in Pokémon GO, too. On July 8th, all you Trainers can head out to hunt for a Squirtle with an otherwise unavailable move. While we…
It looks like wedding bells are ringing the realm of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. Following Whitney’s Rose Cookie, the second Gyroidite Scavenger Hunt is continuing the wedding theme. Beginning today, you’ll find Wedding Gyroidites scattered across all locations in Pocket Camp. On top of that, completing various time-sensitive goals will…
The Pokémon GO team announced today that the Friends feature is making its way to the game this week. The new feature will allow players to trade Pokémon, send and receive gifts, and unlock special bonuses. By playing and exchanging gifts with Friends, you’ll build up a friendship level. As…
Despite the game’s epic reveal a few weeks ago, Pokémon Let’s Go Eevee & Pikachu got a little time to shine during today’s Nintendo Direct showcase. While we already knew most the gameplay features outlined by the Regginator during the presentation, like capturing ‘mons with friends or transferring your pocket…
Get ready to soak up some extra sun: The Water Festival is making its return in Pokémon GO today! A whole slew of activities and bonuses await, starting at 1 p.m. PT: Water-type Pokémon like Magikarp, Wailmer, and even Shiny Shellder (its first appearance in the game) will start appearing…
Digby’s mandated vacation is halfway over. That means we’ll see some new Bumblecubes flying around, provided we plant the required flower! Orange Art Blossoms and Garden and Queen Bumblecubes now join Digby’s Artful Retreat event. Along with them come more rewards and missing pieces to the pup’s collection of furniture…
Just as I thought I might be able to hang onto my stockpile of Orbs for a little while longer, Fire Emblem Heroes decides to sneak up on me with some new characters from a very special game. It’s 2003 and after having wondered who pretty blue sword and fire…
Pokémon GO is helping all you Mew fans celebrate the inclusion of the rare ‘mon with a new item in the style section today. Sign into the game and have a look at the adorable pink Mew shirt available for 250 Pokécoins. Trainers, did you #FindMew? Commemorate this amazing…
At the recent, sudden press conference that saw the announcement of several new Pokémon games, including this year’s Pokémon: Let’s Go! titles, Eurogamer had a chance to sit down with longtime director, producer, composer, and all around Poké-renaissance man Junichi Masuda to talk about the Let’s Go, Pikachu and Eevee!…
Thanks to Isabelle’s recommendation, Digby is spending his forced vacation at your camp. He’s super intrigued by the garden you keep and its ability to attract bumblecubes. Attracted to modern art, the bauhaus aficionados can be caught and traded in for cute new items. The first half of this gardening…
The latest surprise snack is ready for your consumption (and luck based frustration) in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. Lily’s hydrangea cookie puts one of the cutest frogs around in the spotlight to potentially net you some new items themed after ponds, gardens, and rainy days. While plenty of these are…
After weeks of leaks and speculation, The Pokémon Company finally revealed Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! for Nintendo Switch. The pair of games marks Pokémon’s first original titles on Nintendo’s hybrid console, but the gameplay won’t be what we’ve come to expect from classic Pokémon entries. The Let’s…
