Pokémon is entering its 30th year, and according to Tsunekazu Ishihara, the next mainline game is being built around one big idea: connection. A beautiful sentiment. A wholesome mission. A reminder that Pokémon is supposed to bring the world together, not divide it into “Scarlet/Violet defenders” and “people who still have PTSD from the frame…
The next Pokémon generation isn’t just another batch of creatures, regions, and starter‑picking anxiety — at least not according to Tsunekazu Ishihara. The president and CEO of The Pokémon Company says the “major driving force” behind the next mainline Pokémon game is something bigger than graphics, gimmicks, or whatever new battle mechanic fans will argue…
If you grew up watching the “Pokémon” anime, you know the magic of a great character — the ones that make you root, laugh, cry, and cheer long after the episode ends. With so many seasons and so many faces, some characters rise above the rest, becoming unforgettable. Here’s a ranking of five of the…
GameStop has never been shy about its trade‑in program, but this week the retailer found itself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons—and then doubled down with a victory lap. After paying out a record $30,000 for a rare Pokémon card, GameStop blasted online critics who claimed its trade‑in values are “bad,” even as…
So, you’ve decided to dive into the glorious, time-consuming world of popular shiny hunting in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Excellent choice. While some trainers are out there chasing near-impossible targets, you’re looking for the fan favorites—the Pokémon that look amazing in their alternate colors and are actually attainable without sacrificing your entire social life. You want…
Shiny hunting in Pokémon Legends: Z-A promises both excitement and frustration, as players chase after some of the rarest and most elusive alternate-colored Pokémon, aka hardest shinies, under new mechanics and challenging odds. The hunt is about to get real in the sprawling, re-imagined Lumiose City and its surrounding wilds. Some Pokémon are just naturally…