Exclusive Mew is gone forever if you delete your ‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’ save
If you purchased the optional Poké Ball Plus for Pokémon: Let's Go, make sure you don't delete your save file. Doing so will erase the exclusive character Mew forever, and you can't get it back. Mew is found in every new Poké Ball Plus and can only be transferred to a single copy of the game.
Everyone’s favorite Pokémon turns gumshoe in ‘Detective Pikachu’ trailer
The first Detective Pikachu trailer has arrived, and it looks like a video game movie could actually be good? Voiced by Ryan Reynolds, Pikachu is undeniably cute in what is shaping up to be a family-friendly buddy comedy. The other Pokémon on display in the trailer range from odd to frightening.
When it comes to value in gaming, Pokémon catches all the awards
What games have the best value? If you're on a limited budget or just want to buy games that give you plenty of playtime for your money, this new report might reveal what you need to know to make the best choice. As it turns out, Pokémon reigns supreme.
Monsters you get in ‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’ can be transferred to the next main RPG
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eeevee! monsters will be able to be transferred to the next main Pokémon RPG on Switch, according to game director Junichi Masuda. The game releases as a Nintendo Switch exclusive on November 16 and a bundle with a special controller is also available.
Here’s everything we know about ‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’
Pokémon: Let's Go hits Nintendo Switch on November 16, and multiple special versions of the game will be available to purchase at the same time. Here's everything we know about the Switch exclusive, including its setting, its characters, its gameplay, and its integration with Pokémon Go.
‘Pokémon Go’ could be a game for everyone — but it isn’t there yet
Recent content and feature updates for Niantic's Pokémon Go have brought the AR game closer to being a game for everyone, but work still has to be done. Will Niantic confront its game's most glaring issues before the launch of Pokémon: Let's Go?
‘Pokémon Go’ studio Niantic plans to add trainer battles by the end of the year
Pokémon Go developer Niantic has revealed that it plans to add trainer-versus-trainer battles to the AR game by the end of 2018. The game launched back in 2016 for iOS and Android, and monster trading was enabled earlier this year. Pokémon Go continues to add new Pokémon and other features over time.
‘Pokémon Go’ to jail: Japanese man accused of selling modding accessories
Japanese police have arrested a man accused of selling modified Pokémon Go accessories that allow players to interact with the game without having to do anything but walk by an area. He is alleged to have sold four modified Pokémon Go Plus wristbands between January and February of this year.
Has science gone too far? ‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’ lets you give Eevee bangs
Pokémon: Let's Go offers customization options for players, and these even include the ability to give your precious Eevee bangs. The game launches on November 16 as Nintendo Switch exclusive alongside the new Poké Ball Plus controller accessory. The controller will also work with Pokémon Go.
Want to squeeze your favorite Pokémon? Now you can, thanks to these plushies
The Pokémon Company is turning all 151 original Kanto-region Pokémon into plush toys, with the first batch set to release on July 13. The plush toys are palm-sized and will cost about $10 each. They'll be sold in Japanese Pokémon Center stores, but we're crossing our fingers for a North American release.
After nearly two years, ‘Pokémon Go’ finally adds a trading feature
Nearly two years after its initial launch on mobile devices, Niantic's Pokémon Go has finally given players the ability to trade monsters with their friends. The feature comes alongside a new "friends" system, which also gives players the ability to send presents to their friends, and to secure bonuses.
The biggest no-shows of E3 2018: From ‘Final Fantasy VII’ to ‘Metroid Prime 4’
All of the major E3 2018 press conferences have come and gone. We saw tons of exciting new games throughout the past few days, but what didn't we see? From Final Fantasy VII Remake to Metroid Prime 4 to that Yoshi game you might've forgotten about, here are the 10 biggest no-shows of E3 2018.
‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’ games are a full-featured nostalgia trip for longtime fans
Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee! look to be the perfect games for longtime fans of the series, with areas from Pokémon Yellow now looking as we wished they did years ago. The game even includes gyms, complete with the characters we remember from Yellow and the animated series.
‘Pokémon Quest’ brings mobile-style waiting to Switch
Pokemon Quest is, without question, a mobile game on the Switch. It has all the same time-burning mechanics you'd expect, but brings enough new ideas to the table to make it a worth a download for genuine Pokefans waiting for the next full release.
‘Pokémon Quest’ beginner’s guide
The newly released, free-to-play Pokemon Quest has just launched on the Nintendo Switch. But we've already got a starting guide both for those playing now, and those wanting to get a head start on their competition when it launches for phones later in June.
Subscription required to trade or battle online in ‘Pokémon: Let’s Go’
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! are shaping up to be two of the biggest Nintendo Switch games of 2018, but you'll need to subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online in order to get the most from them. The service will be required for trading and battling online.
Gotta catch ’em all fairly: ‘Pokémon Go’ cheaters’ precious monsters being deleted
Pokémon Go players discovered to have cheated by developer Niantic will find their roster of monsters severely depleted. Monsters captured using third-party software are being removed from the game and replaced by a pink line of shame. Alolan Pokémon were also recently added.
Several unreleased Pokémon found in ‘Gold’ and ‘Silver’ demos
Pokémon fans have discovered a number of unreleased Pokémon in a demo version of Pokémon Gold and Silver for the Game Boy. The creatures include baby versions of Pokémon we already know, as well as evolved forms of monsters that never got evolutions in any of the final games.
Pokemon Quest hits the Switch; more games and Poke Ball controller on the way
The Nintendo Switch goes full Pokemon with new games and a nifty controller, leaked images of Motorola's new phone look oddly familiar, and we go behind the scenes at an Amazon Fulfillment Center to see how your TP and other orders get delivered so quickly.
Pokémon is coming to Switch this November, will play nice with Pokémon Go
After rumors swirled online for a few weeks, Nintendo and Game Freak have confirmed the existence of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! The two games arrive to Switch this November, and they offer connectivity with Pokémon Go on mobile phones. A "core" role-playing game will hit Switch next year.
Alolan Pokémon seen in ‘Sun’ and ‘Moon’ are coming to ‘Pokémon Go’
Niantic's Pokémon Go will soon add the Alolan forms of classic Pokémon from the Kanto region. The forms differ from the original Pokémon, often with new elemental abilities or changed appearances. They were first seen in the 3DS games Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon, as well as the updated Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon.
A fanged and horned Pikachu was almost unleashed on the world
Pokémon mascot and adorable creature Pikachu could have been a lot scarier. According to an interview with the original character illustrator behind Pikachu, a third form with horns and fangs was planned, but was removed after the development team ran into problems in balancing its great powers.
Nintendo applies for patent on digital card format, but is it for Pokémon?
Nintendo has filed a patent for a new time of digital card "apparatus" that appears to be linked to Pokémon. The patent application makes mention of monsters that can be captured through the on-screen cards, as well as terrain and other characters that players will be able to encounter.
‘Pokémon Go’ adds legendary monsters Latias and Latios
Third-generation Pokémon Latias and Latios have arrived to Pokémon Go for players to encounter in raid battles.
Niantic agrees to settle Pokémon GO Fest lawsuit
Niantic has agreed to pay more than 1 million dollars to reimburse those who attended the Pokemon Go Fest in Chicago.
New storyline gives lapsed ‘Pokémon Go’ players a reason to reinstall
Pokémon Go will be getting a new story-based quest-line later this week, focused on the mysterious Pokémon Mew.
In honor of Pokémon Day, there are now apps for both Alexa and Assistant
Both Google and Amazon's smart assistants now have Pikachu-themed apps available in honor of this momentous occasion - Pokémon Day
Solve crimes adorably when ‘Detective Pikachu’ launches this March
A new trailer has been released for Detective Pikachu, showing off the little Pokémon's crime-solving skills.
Even with Nintendo Switch mania in full swing, 3DS sales remain strong
The Nintendo 3DS managed to have its best sales month in three years in December 2017, even with the Switch continuing to sell.
Discover one Pokémon’s love of coffee in ‘Detective Pikachu’ for Nintendo 3DS
Detective Pikachu is coming to North America on March 23, bringing a gruff, coffee-obsessed Pikachu to Nintendo 3DS.
Pokémon gone: ‘Pokémon Go’ is ending support for iPhone 5 and 5C
A Pokémon Go update coming in late February will kill support for the AR game on older devices, including iPhone 5.
‘Pokémon Go’ is finally heading to the world’s largest mobile market
It's been a long wait for Chinese gamers, but 'Pokémon Go' is finally heading to the world's largest mobile market.
Sorry, Danny DeVito fans: ‘Detective Pikachu’ will star Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds will star in the upcoming film Detective Pikachu, much to the dismay of Danny DeVito fans everywhere.
GoGoToro’s Pokémon-inspired Gamer Series Power Banks don’t skimp on style
Charge your device in style with GoGoToro's Gamer Series Power Banks, available in three different game-inspired designs.