The Pokémon Company and Nintendo have filed a lawsuit for infringement of patent rights against Palworld developer Pocketpair in Tokyo today. They claim that the game “infringes multiple patent rights” and are seeking an injunction and compensation for damages. This battle is one for the courts to decide After Palworld‘s release in January 2024, many … Read more
First debuting in June 2020, POKÉTOON is a series of short Pokémon animations featuring a variety of artistic styles. Although they were later released to English-speaking audiences, there had been no new episodes since the original run ended in December 2021. That ends today, however, as a new series of eight episodes has been announced … Read more
It’s been awhile since we’ve done a dedicated post for a Pokémon GO Community Day announcement but considering that October will feature the PokéJungle mascot Sewaddle, it seemed worth sharing! Sewaddle Community Day details On October 5 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM (local time), fans can look forward to: Like other Community Days, there will … Read more
This month we’re cooling things down with a giveaway for a fuzzy Squirtle plushie, courtesy of our friends at Meccha Japan! Read on to learn how to enter! September’s prize from Meccha Japan The prize: One winner will receive a Moko Moko Squirtle plushie from Japan! The product page can be found on Meccha Japan … Read more
In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs and their allusions to Mediterranean culture from Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Nymble Nymble is a small Bug-type Pokémon who appears in the tall grasses around Paldea. Its name is a combination of “nymph”, a premature insect, and “nimble”, for its athletic ability. It … Read more
Takara Tomy has updated their online store with products slated for an October or November release date in Japan! Check out the new merchandise fans can look forward to below. New Pokémon plushies from Takara Tomy Ouchi Ni Pokémon Pikachu is a battery-operated plushie with more than 40 reactions to being petted, hugged and put … Read more