Additional Highlights from the Pokémon Presents – News

Big Pikachu, man, that dude never runs out of things to jabber about. Seriously. So, here’s the scoop — and yeah, there’s a lot.

Okay, let’s start with this wild accidental launch of “Pokemon Friends” on the iOS App Store. Like, what even happened there? Oops, I guess. Anyway, it’s out there before they even officially said anything at the Pokemon Presents. And yeah, it’s on Switch and Android too. You basically solve puzzles to make these cute little Pokemon plush toys. Neat, right? But oh, wait, they’ve got these extra puzzles you gotta buy — sneaky microtransactions, anyone? Get it now for $9.99 if you’re feeling it.

Now, onto the big leagues—the 2025 World Championships. Championship Sunday gets its own arena show down in Anaheim at the Honda Center. Ducks play there, by the way — hockey, if you didn’t know.

Then there’s the Netflix anime gig. Pokémon Concierge is back for season two starting September 4. And here’s something else — Aardman, those creative folks behind Wallace & Gromit, are doing “Pokémon Tales” with Sirfetch’d & Pichu in 2027. Why does 2027 feel so far? No idea.

Tokyo’s getting a thrill with PokePark Kanto opening in early 2026. A 30th birthday bash for Pokemon? Seems like it. And there’s more character love coming to Pokemon Masters EX this July 30, adding Carmine from Scarlet and Violet’s DLC. Plus, Pokemon Cafe Remix dives into an ocean-themed shindig; think Lapras and Totodile with cute costumes.

Oh! Almost forgot — Latias hits Pokemon Unite on August 8. And there’s this bonkers “Electrode Volleyball” gig that you can jump into right now if you fancy.

Trading cards? They teased some Mega Evolution ones, though they’re already gone — blink and you miss ’em.

Oh, and Scarlet and Violet players, get this: there’s gonna be a mad raid battle with some “Treasures of Ruin” legendaries. Beat ‘em a million times (yes, seriously)—then everyone scores shiny versions. Good luck with that. Mass Outbreaks are happening too, themed and everything.

Last thing, Pokémon Champions is letting you rent Pokemon now — or fiddle with their effort values right in the 2026 release. But, don’t worry, it still hooks up with Pokemon Home if you’re wondering.

And, oh, where was I? That seems like enough brain dump for now. So, are you keeping up? ‘Cause I barely am.