In celebration of Pokémon Day, Walmart is offering discounts on several Nintendo Switch games, including Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Pokémon Shining Pearl, and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, each at $20 off. Additionally, New Pokémon Snap is available for $40, and various Pokémon-themed accessories and merchandise are on sale at retailers like Amazon and GameStop. These deals are part of the annual Pokémon Day celebration, which also includes announcements from Pokémon Presents and discounts on Pokémon Trading Card Game products.
The Pokémon Company is hosting a special Pokémon Presents event to celebrate Pokémon Day 2024, set to run for around 13 minutes and rumored to feature announcements related to Pokémon Gold And Silver to Black and White games, following the recent Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase.
The Pokémon Day Presents showcase will stream on February 27 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time/6 a.m. Pacific Time on the official Pokémon YouTube channel, with expectations for announcements regarding new Pokémon games, including rumors of a possible Pokémon Black and White remake. Updates on live-service games like Pokémon Unite and Pokémon Go, as well as the trading card game and new anime set to premiere on Netflix, are also anticipated.
The Pokémon Company will host its annual Pokémon Presents livestream on February 27, likely featuring updates on live-service games like Pokémon Go and Pokémon Unite, as well as a potential reveal of the series' big 2024 RPG or a spin-off game. Possibilities include a remake of Pokémon Black and White or a new action RPG set in the historical Kalos region, offering fans a glimpse into what to expect from Pokémon in 2024.
Pokémon Presents livestream is scheduled for February 27, promising exciting news for Pokémon Day 2024. Fans anticipate announcements of new Pokémon games, possibly including a remake or sequel, with a likely exclusive launch on the Nintendo Switch. Following criticism of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, The Pokémon Company is reportedly discussing game quality amid a busy release schedule, but despite this, the games have sold well.
Players of Pokemon Scarlet & Violet have discovered a new item duplication exploit thanks to the Indigo Disk DLC, involving specific steps with Ditto, Kyurem, and a Smeargle in a particular location. Content creator Osirus detailed the glitch on YouTube, which allows players to duplicate items before a potential patch.
The free epilogue update for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is now available for all players, offering new content and addressing some of the game's initial issues. The update includes a new Pokémon, Pecharunt, and secret cutscenes tied to the game's lore. It is free for players who purchased and completed The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC, providing an opportunity to extend their playthrough and experience additional content.
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, particularly the "Mochi Mayhem" episode, is described as a fun but ultimately silly addition to the game, lacking the depth and impact of the main story. While it provides an opportunity for high-level battles against old friends and some worldbuilding, it falls short of delivering the compelling character dynamics and culmination that players had hoped for, ultimately highlighting the unmet potential of the game.
The Pokémon Company is discussing how to maintain quality while adhering to its frequent release schedule for Pokémon games. The company has a history of regularly publishing new titles, but this has led to some quality issues in recent years. The COO mentioned that there are ongoing conversations about adapting to changing development environments while ensuring the introduction of high-quality products. The Pokémon Company is currently planning to release DLC for Scarlet and Violet, and fans speculate about the potential existence of Pokémon Black & White remakes based on hints in previous games.
The Pokemon Company has launched official forums where players can discuss and seek help about various Pokemon games, including Pokemon TCG, Pokemon TCG Live, and Pokemon UNITE, as well as general Pokemon topics. A Pokemon Trainer Club account is required to register for the forums.
