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Three decades after its debut, Pokémon remains a cultural phenomenon, with fans celebrating the 30th anniversary at a California collectibles show and across games, films, and the ongoing Pokémon Go phenomenon, proving the franchise continues to captivate both new players and longtime fans.
Stardew Valley marks its 10th anniversary with a 23-minute broadcast by creator ConcernedApe, previewing pre-release footage and revealing two new marriage candidates for Update 1.7; it also notes a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition release with a free upgrade for existing players and shared regional premiere times.
Hunt: Showdown celebrates eight years with a slate of 2025 updates: a new map Mammon's Gulch, CRYENGINE upgrade, Tarot Cards, and the return of the Corrupted Circus, plus the Flame Rifle and new social features. The year will also bring major in-game events, a weapon skin design contest, a community wrap-up video series, and ongoing giveaways as the team teases more content to come.
Nintendo confirms Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are returning to the Switch eShop on February 27, 2026 as part of the Pokémon 30th anniversary. The releases reuse the original content with some modern connectivity updates and GameChat support, and preloads are live. Each title is priced at £16.99 / $19.99, with an official trailer and new screenshots showcasing how they’ll look on Switch.
Disney+ is producing a Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special starring Miley Cyrus, featuring a live interview with Alex Cooper, recreated sets and archival footage, with potential performances of Hannah Montana songs; the event airs March 24, 2026, exactly 20 years after the show's 2006 debut.
Pokémon GO revealed its 10th anniversary logo and AR-style artwork featuring a lineup of beloved Pokémon; no unreleased Pokémon are shown, but the image is read as a teaser for future content, including Mega evolutions and Gigantamax forms such as Eevee, Pikachu, and Corviknight, fueling speculation about Mega Mewtwo X/Y and other releases in the game’s 10th year.
A clip from Pokémon’s 30th anniversary Super Bowl commercial leaked online ahead of its full premiere during Sunday's game, featuring Lady Gaga, Charles Leclerc, and Young Miko.
id Software is marking its 35th anniversary with a celebratory video and hints of ongoing plans for 2026, including possible discounts, behind-the-scenes content, and potential announcements. While a full new game reveal isn’t anticipated, there’s speculation about remasters or re-releases as the studio looks back on its DOOM history and continues development on its next project.
As Persona marks its 30th anniversary, Atlus teases a new chapter—likely Persona 6—via the anniversary site, with a larger reveal anticipated around January 8.
Microsoft's Xbox is celebrating its 25th anniversary throughout 2026, starting with the upcoming Developer Direct showcase on January 22nd, where new games like Fable and Forza Horizon 6 will be featured, along with the reveal of the 'Xbox 25' logo.
Olivia Rodrigo is teasing a special announcement for the fifth anniversary of her hit single 'driver's license,' with a revamped website and social media hints, amid her recent release of a live album from Glastonbury and ongoing anticipation for her third album.
The 2026 NHRA Drag Racing Series season is set to be an exciting milestone year with its 75th anniversary, new venues, a more competitive field, and engaging fan initiatives, including a new docuseries and digital experiences, while also featuring significant team shakeups and a wide-open championship race across categories.
Chick-fil-A is launching its largest marketing campaign ever to celebrate its 80th anniversary, featuring retro packaging, collectible cups, themed merchandise, and promotions like free food for a year, aiming to attract more customers amid declining restaurant traffic and slower sales growth.
The Dragon Quest series is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026, with the reveal of an official logo featuring the iconic Slime monster and a message hinting at various upcoming announcements, including the release of Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined for Switch and Switch 2.
Halo Infinite is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a year-long event offering a free Silver Anniversary customization bundle to players who log in anytime before December 31, 2026, including exclusive nameplates, vehicle coatings, weapon coatings, and charms, encouraging community engagement through social media.