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A commercial for Pokémon Legends Z-A has been released, ahead of its release on October 15th, 2025

POKÉMON LEGENDS Z-A

A commercial for Pokémon Legends Z-A was shown this week, ahead of the game’s release later this month. You can check it out here.

Source: Nintendo

SCARLET & VIOLET

Shiny Koraidon and Shiny Miraidon are now available to obtain from participating stores globally, starting September 26th until October 15th, 2025. Here are the following locations courtesy of Serebii.net:

United States: GameStop
Canada and Australia: EB Games
Chile: We Play
Mexico: Liverpool Stores

Some stores will require players to bring a Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2, and show your home screen to prove you own the games, including the following:

Japan: Pokémon Center
South Korea: Nintendo-approved stores
France: Micromania
Spain: GAME
Italy: GameLife

More dates may be added for other countries which haven’t received the offer, such as the United Kingdom.

Source: Serebii, Pokémon

Sign-ups for the Terastal Crescendo Online Competition have begun, and are open until October 12th, 2025. This contest consists of Double Battles, and players will take a team of just two Pokémon, one of which must be Koraidon or Miraidon.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG POCKET

The game has received a monthly refresh, with additions to the Premium Shop, such as an Entei ex promo card, and Lillie cosmetic items.

Source: In-game news

POKÉMON MASTERS EX

Perrin and the Diamond Clan event adding Perrin & Growlithe, Arezu & Hisuian Lilligant, and Mai & Munchlax launches on September 29th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon Masters

POKÉMON SLEEP

A new area, Amber Canyon, is being added to Pokémon Sleep on November 6th, 2025, which can be unlocked after reaching 450 sleep styles.

Source: Pokémon Sleep

POKÉMON UNITE

Mega Lucario debuted in Pokémon UNITE on September 28th, 2025, with Mega Charizard X set to debut on October 24th, 2025. To celebrate the introduction of Mega Lucario, a special event will take place between October 3rd and October 27th, 2025, where you can complete designated missions to earn the Unite license for this Pokémon.

Source: Pokémon

The Pokémon Center Kagawa store will open on October 24th, 2025

GENERAL

More music from Project Voltage, a collaboration between Pokémon and Hatsune Miku, has been released. The track "OOPArts" by NILFRUITS was made to celebrate Pokémon Black & White's 15th anniversary.

Source: Project VOLTAGE

A brand-new Pokémon Center Kagawa is due to open on October 24th, 2025. The Kagawa store features Pokémon mascots Slowpoke and Pikachu, and will sell exclusive branded merchandise featuring the two Pokémon available upon opening.

Source: Pokémon

Pokémon will be collaborating with The Natural History Museum in London with a pop-up shop next year, between January 26th and March 22nd, 2026. The temporary store will sell a variety of products, including an exclusive plush! Free tickets will be required to access the pop-up shop; they will be available online from October 1st, 2025.

Sources: Pokémon, Natural History Museum

The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution and Pokémon TCG Pocket Experience is coming to Westfield London in Shepherd's Bush, London, from October 3rd to October 5th, 2025. Attendees can get their pictures taken with the Mega Lucario and Mega Gardevoir statues, check out dynamic displays showing off the latest Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, and participate in a stamp rally where they can obtain a Pokémon TCG Fun Pack and a double-sided poster. This event also celebrates the first anniversary of Pokémon TCG Pocket with digital murals and demo stations to experience opening booster packs in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG POCKET

A new Booster Pack is coming to Pokémon TCG Pocket, called Deluxe Pack: ex Booster Pack, for a limited time. For one month between September 30th and October 30th, 2025, players will be able to obtain cards from many previous booster packs, ranging from Genetic Apex to Wisdom of Sea and Sky. Each pack will contain four cards, of which one card will be guaranteed of ♦♦♦♦ rarity or higher. Select cards will feature parallel foil designs or entirely new illustrations.

A trailer which released alongside the announcement, confirmed that Deluxe Pack: ex booster packs will be available again in the future.

Source: Pokémon

SCARLET & VIOLET

The Shiny Chi-Yu distribution has begun. Chi-Yu is the fourth and final member of the Treasures of Ruin to be released via Mystery Gift, with Tera Shard Sets also available. If you missed out on the last three, they are still currently available. Be quick though, as this distribution only lasts until September 30th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON GO

The Pokémon GO Tour is returning from February 20th to February 22nd, 2026. The two locations for next year's tour will be in Tainan, Taiwan, and Los Angeles, California. A two-day global celebration event will follow this on February 28th and March 1st, 2026. More details will be shared from the company at a later date.

Source: Pokémon GO

Pokémon Pokopia is a life simulation game, featuring Ditto, coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026

POKÉMON POKOPIA

• A new life simulator spinoff game, Pokopia, was revealed in the September 12th, 2025, Nintendo Direct. In Pokopia, the playable character is a Ditto who transforms into a young human boy or girl that can befriend nearby Pokémon and copy their abilities to craft, grow, and create a community. Pokopia will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON LEGENDS: Z-A

• Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox, and Mega Greninja were revealed during the latest Nintendo Direct on September 12th, 2025. The Mega Stones necessary to use these Mega Evolutions will be obtainable as rewards for battling other Trainers in Online Ranked Battles through the Z-A Battle Club. Ranked Battles Season 1 launches alongside Legends: Z-A on October 12th, 2025, with Greninjite available as a reward. Delphoxite will become available during Season 2, and Chesnaughtite during Season 3. The duration for each Season has not yet been revealed.

Source: Pokémon

• The Nintendo Direct also announced that Z-A will receive a paid DLC called Z-A Mega Dimensions. The exact release date has not been revealed, but the DLC will be available for purchase starting on October 16th, 2025. Additional storyline content, as well as distortions linked to the Mythical Pokémon, Hoopa, have been teased. Two new Mega Evolutions, Mega Raichu X and Mega Raichu Y, were also revealed with the Mega Dimensions announcement.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON HOME

• The official Pokémon Legends: Z-A site announced that connectivity between Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Home will become available in 2026. The announcement emphasized that after a Pokémon is transferred from Home into Legends: Z-A, the player is unable to transfer it back to previous games in the series.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

• The Pokémon Company has announced a delay for registrations to both the Pokémon World Championships and the PokémonXP convention in 2026. It has not been announced when registration will begin for either event.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON SCARLET & VIOLET

• Between September 26th and October 15th, 2025, special code cards for Shiny Koraidon or Miraidon will be available, while supplies last, at GameStop stores in the United States or EB Games stores in Canada, Australia and New Zealand. These codes can be redeemed using the Mystery Gift function under the in-game Poké Portal menu. This will be the first official release of Shiny Koraidon and Miraidon.

Source: Pokémon

• Players have surpassed the 1,000,000 Raid victories against Shiny Chi-Yu necessary to unlock the Pokémon's distribution. Players can claim Shiny Chi-Yu through Mystery Gift starting from September 19th until September 30th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG POCKET

• A new Wonder Pick Event launched on September 14th, 2025, adding new Miltank and Phanpy Promo-A cards, Wonder Pick missions, and Quagsire and Clodsire-based items in the Wonder Pick Event Shop. This event runs until September 24th, 2025.

Source: In-game news

POKÉMON MASTERS EX

• Chapter 6 of the Arceus arc has been added to the main story, along with the debut of 5★ Volo (Alt.) & Giratina and the Challenge Arc Suits: Show Me Thy Bonds Event.

Source: Pokémon Masters EX, Volo and Giratina debut, Challenge Arc Suits event

Mega Malamar has been revealed for Pokémon Legends Z-A

POKÉMON LEGENDS: Z-A

• Official Pokémon social media accounts have been having fun this week with a My Friend Malamar campaign, which ended with a reveal trailer for Mega Malamar, available in Pokémon Legends Z-A when it launches next month. Be sure to check out the SPECIAL REPORT: The Truth About Malamar video, and gameplay footage featuring Mega Malamar in the links below.

Source: Pokémon (SPECIAL REPORT: The Truth About Malamar), Pokémon (Mega Malamar Gets in Your Head!)

POKÉMON SCARLET & VIOLET

• Total victories against Shiny Ting-Lu have reached a total of 3,556,583. Players can claim it through Mystery Gift from now to September 30th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON GO

• The game is bringing City Safari to global locations on September 27th and 28th, 2025. Trainers can explore cities with Pokémon by their side, enjoy location-themed wild Pokémon encounters, and complete event-exclusive Special Research. Cities hosting the event include Amsterdam, Bangkok, Cancún, Valencia, and Vancouver.

Source: Pokémon GO

• In conjunction with the Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event that launched on September 9th, 2025, players can redeem the code PokemonConcierge on the Pokémon GO web store to receive a Bonus Timed Research that awards 5000 XP, 2500 Stardust, and a Psyduck wearing an inner tube costume. This Timed Research expires on September 14th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon GO

POKÉMON UNITE

• Draft Mode has been updated as of September 4th, 2025. Teams can now ban up to 3 Pokémon, and all participants have one vote each to determine bans. A Pokémon receiving 2 or more votes is confirmed as banned. If additional bans are needed, remaining slots are filled randomly from Pokémon with a single vote. These changes aim to diversify team selection, reduce selection time, and improve the Ranked Matches and Custom Battles experience.

Source: Pokémon Unite community

• The game has been updated to version 1.20.1.3 as of September 4th, 2025. In Theia Sky Ruins (Groudon), experience from defeating Regidrago has been reduced to keep matches more balanced. Pawmot received stat and move adjustments: increased HP, Defense, and Special Defense; faster HP recovery from basic attacks; Volt Switch and Thunder Punch deal more damage; and the Unite Move now resets cooldowns and has improved range and gauge gains. A bug causing Thunder Punch to damage allies has also been fixed.

Source: Pokémon Unite community

POKÉMON TCG POCKET

• Bonus Week has started in-game. Special missions will be available throughout the week.

Source: Pokémon TCG Pocket X profile

POKÉMON ANIME

• New episodes of Pokémon Concierge are now available on Netflix, expanding on Haru’s journey.

Source: Pokémon

• Pokémon Horizons: Season 2 The Search for Laqua Part 1 is now available. Liko, Roy, and Dot continue their journey alongside the Rising Volt Tacklers as they uncover the secrets of the Ancient Adventurer, Lucius.

Source: Pokémon

A special Pokémon Mega Evolution event is coming to Paris from September 13th, 2025

GENERAL

• The collaboration between Pokémon and Hatsune Miku marks its second anniversary with a special video showcasing songs, music videos, and illustrations from the project. A live concert is also scheduled for March 2026.

Source: Pokémon

The Pokémon Mega Evolution Paris event takes place on September 13th & 14th, 2025, as a free physical and digital immersive experience. Taking place at the Forum Des Halles at Westfield Châtelet, fans will be able to learn about the power of Mega Evolution, test their skills in the Pokémon GO Battle Zone, go hands-on with a playable demo of Pokémon Legends: Z-A Switch 2 Edition, and collect Pokémon themed goodies. Fans can also meet Pikachu and Eevee throughout the day, between 11:00 and 18:00. Full details of the event are available on the official Pokémon website.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON LEGENDS: Z-A

• Pokémon and the Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre are teaming up for a special live event in Mexico City. It will be held at Arena México on September 25th, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. local time and promises to be an event that brings the world of Pokémon from the screen to the ring.

Source: Pokémon LATAM

• Trainers have surpassed 1 million victories against Shiny Ting-Lu in the special Tera Raid Battles. As a result, Shiny Ting-Lu will be distributed as a Mystery Gift from September 5th to October 1st, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

SCARLET & VIOLET

• Shiny Chi-Yu is now appearing in 5-Star Tera Raids until Sunday, September 14th, 2025. If the total number of player victories meets or exceeds one million by this date, it will be available for players to obtain via Mystery Gift starting Friday, September 19th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG

• Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames has been announced as the next English expansion, releasing on November 14th, 2025 in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand. At the time of publication, there has been no mention of release plans for Europe. The set will contain over 120 cards, including more Mega Evolution cards such as Mega Charizard X, and Mega Gengar ex.

Source: Pokémon

• Players can get early access to the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution expansion ahead of its September 26th, 2025 release. Starting September 13th, selected retailers will offer the Mega Evolution Build & Battle Box, giving us the chance to join Prerelease battles.

Source: Pokémon

• Trainers can log in to TCG Live to claim school-themed bundles, in-game gifts, and deck accessories, as well as take on the Twin Battle Trainer Trials. This two-part event runs from August 28th to September 25th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG POCKET

A Zoroark Drop Event is currently taking place until September 13th, 2025. Five promo cards, including Zoroark and Milotic, can be obtained by playing solo battles.

Source: In-game news

POKÉMON MASTERS EX

• Enter the Get a Master Sync Pair Sweepstakes from August 27th to September 7th, 2025. Follow @PokemonMasters on X, share a screenshot with #GetAMasterSyncPair, and players could win a set of four collectible pins. The more entries received, the more winners will be selected.

Source: Pokémon Masters EX

POKÉMON UNITE

• A major update is coming today, featuring Groudon. From this date, Ranked Matches will take place on the new Theia Sky Ruins (Groudon) map. The previous Theia Sky Ruins (Rayquaza) map will remain available for Standard and Custom Matches.

Source: Pokémon Unite

POKÉMON GO

• The next Pokémon GO Wild Area has been announced, featuring Dark and Fairy-type Pokémon, including Grimmsnarl. The in-person event will take place in Nagasaki, Japan, from November 7th to 9th, 2025, while Pokémon GO Wild Area: Global will be available worldwide on November 15th and 16th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon Go

• Every Sunday from September 7th to November 30th, 2025, Trainers can enjoy trade bonuses during Tales of Transformation. Event bonuses include: one additional Special Trade per day; increased chance of Lucky Trade for any trade; 10% reduced Stardust cost for trades; and earning two Candy XL from trades.

Source: Pokémon GO

Mega Hawlucha has been revealed for Pokémon Legends: Z-A

POKÉMON LEGENDS Z-A

A new video for Pokémon Legends Z-A has now been released, showcasing a fight between Hawlucha and Machamp. During the video, Hawlucha Mega Evolves! Be sure to check out the links below to see it in action!

Source: YouTube, Pokémon

POKÉMON SCARLET & VIOLET

The Shiny Chien-Pao Tera Raid Battle event is now over, with a total of 5,020,994 raids completed. Shiny Chien-Pao is now available for players to obtain via Mystery Gift until September 30th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME

The Pokémon Company have confirmed that the upcoming Mega Evolution expansion will be slightly delayed in markets for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. This is due to challenges impacting product delivery dates. The company has stated that they are working hard with logistic partners to ensure products will be available for purchase by October 10th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG POCKET

"Secluded Springs", the latest expansion, is available in the game starting today. It includes cards such as Raikou ex, Entei ex, Suicune ex, and many other Pokémon originally discovered in the Johto and Hoenn regions.

Source: Pokémon

A Lightning-type Mass Outbreak event has begun in the game, which runs between now and August 31st, 2025.

Source: In-game news

POKÉMON GO

An update will come to the game on October 15th, 2025, raising the level cap from 50 to 80 and rebalancing the game's overall leveling curve. Some highlights from the update include new Level-Up Research tasks, an increased chance of becoming Lucky Friends with other players starting at level 70, and other new rewards.

Source: Pokémon GO

A new season is coming to the game from September 2nd until December 2nd, 2025. Tales of Transformation teases new Pokémon forms that will be introduced into the game, such as Mega Metagross, Gigantamax Eevee, and Resolute Form Keldeo.

Source: Twitter

A Pokémon Concierge Celebration Event is taking place between September 9th and September 14th, 2025. A Psyduck wearing a swim ring (which has a chance to be Shiny) will be introduced to the game.

Source: Pokémon GO

Mega Victreebel has been announced for Pokémon Legends: Z-A

POKÉMON LEGENDS: Z‑A

• Mega Victreebel has been announced for Pokémon Legends: Z-A! A trailer released on August 21st, 2025 called “The Case of the Sweet Scent Incident” revealed the new Mega Evolution, followed by a trailer showing Mega Victreebel in action.

Source: Pokémon, Pokémon

• Trainers can join the Z-A Battle Club for a new multiplayer challenge. Up to four players compete in Link Battles, aiming to defeat as many Pokémon as possible within a three-minute limit.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG POCKET

• From now to August 23rd, 2025, there will be a Wonder Pick event starring Marill and Weavile with exclusive promo cards. Players can also complete event missions to earn tickets for accessories, including an Undersea backdrop and Tyranitar-themed items.

Source: Pokémon

• This fall, Mega Evolution will arrive in the game. Announced at the 2025 Pokémon World Championships closing ceremony, the teaser trailer reveals three upcoming cards: Mega Altaria ex, Mega Gyarados ex, and Mega Blaziken ex.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON TCG

• A new teaser, first shown at the 2025 Pokémon World Championships, gives Trainers an early look at new Mega Evolution cards in the Pokémon TCG. It features Mega Charizard X ex, Mega Lucario ex, and Mega Gardevoir ex.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON GO

• The Sunkissed Shores event will take place from August 25th to August 31st, 2025. Dondozo makes its game debut! Source: Pokémon GO

POKÉMON SCARLET/VIOLET

• From now to August 31st, 2025, there will be special Ground-type mass outbreaks. Trainers can encounter large groups of Paldean Wooper in Paldea, Mudbray in Kitakami, and Drilbur at Blueberry Academy. Shiny Pokémon will be more likely to appear during this event.

Source: Pokémon

• From now to August 31st, 2025, Trainers can face Shiny Ting-Lu in 5-star Tera Raid Battles. Shiny Ting-Lu cannot be caught directly; players must collectively achieve one million victories during the event to unlock it as a Mystery Gift, available from September 4th to September 30th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON SLEEP

• From August 25th to September 1st, 2025, there will be an increased appearance rate for Electric-, Fire-, and Water-type Pokémon, preparing for the upcoming Raikou, Entei, and Suicune Research event. During this week, one Pokémon will always be hungry at the first snack time of the day, and the limited-time Mini Candy Boost function will be available. The event and missions are active in all areas throughout the week.

Source: Pokémon Sleep

POKÉMON CHAMPIONS

• Pokémon Champions will serve as the official platform for Pokémon VGC battles at the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco and future Championship Series events.

Source: Pokémon

POKÉMON UNITE

• Three new Pokémon will make their debut in the game: Empoleon, Dhelmise, and Vaporeon. In addition, the Legendary Groudon will appear, bringing a new challenge to Aeos Island battles.

Source: Pokémon

MERCH

• Trainers can shop plush and Championship-inspired bundles from the 2025 Worlds pop-up store. When spending $50 or more on the Pokémon Center website, Trainers can receive a 2025 Worlds coin featuring Pikachu in a varsity jacket as a gift with the purchase using code coin25us (US) or coin25ca (Canada).

Source: Pokémon

EVENTS

• PokémonXP is a brand-new fan celebration taking place alongside the 2026 Pokémon World Championships at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. This event will feature panels, workshops, special guests, exclusive merchandise, and more. Multi-day passes will be available starting September 17th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

Pokémon Legends: Z-A will be playable at this year’s Pokémon World Championships

A new event in Pokémon TCG Pocket is running from now to August 15th, 2025. During this event, players will have the chance to earn exclusive promo cards, including a special Blissey ex card.

Source: Pokémon

An update has now confirmed that the final illustrations for the immersive Ho-Oh ex and Lugia ex cards from The Wisdom of Sea and Sky expansion in Pokémon TCG Pocket have been released in-game.

Source: Pokémon

A “Gotta Catch ’Em All!” quiz show is going live at the 2025 Pokémon World Championships in Anaheim, California. The event will take place on Saturday, August 16th, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. PDT.

Source: Pokémon

5★ Iris (Academy) & Lapras and 5★ Gladion (Academy) & Porygon-Z arrive in Pokémon Masters EX.

Source: Pokémon Masters EX's Twitter account

Flabébé will appear during September Community Day in Pokémon GO. The event is set on September 14th, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time.

Source: Pokémon GO's Twitter account

A new passcode has arrived for Pokémon TCG Live. Use the code POWEROFTUSK25 to redeem this week’s reward and receive illustration rare cards featuring Axew, Fraxure, and Haxorus.

Source: Pokémon TCG Live's Twitter account

Shiny Wo-Chien has been defeated over six million times in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. As a reward, it will be available to claim via Mystery Gift, along with bonus Tera Shards: 10 Grass, 10 Bug, 10 Poison, and 10 Fairy for every 100,000 victories above the one-million mark, up to 10 sets total. Trainers can redeem their rewards from now to September 30th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon

The Pokémon Company has unveiled a new museum: the Pokémon Astronomical Observatory, a special travelling exhibition in Japan celebrating Pokémon connected to space and the cosmos. Visitors will be able to explore displays featuring Pokémon inspired by astronomical themes and the wider universe. A special Pikachu plush will also be available for purchase at the museum store during the event.

Source: Pokémon Astronomical Observatory

The 2025 Pokémon World Championships will run from August 15th to 17th, 2025, and will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube, offering viewers the chance to claim special rewards across multiple titles.

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: a password will be revealed to obtain Luca Ceribelli’s Farigiraf, the same Pokémon that helped him win the 2024 Masters Division. This gift will be redeemable until August 22nd, 2025.

Pokémon TCG Live: redeem codes for illustration rare cards featuring Tynamo, Eelektrik, Eelektross and ultra rare Hilda & N’s Plan until August 26th, 2025. Twitch Drops will also grant a Worlds-themed deck box, sleeves, coins, and the full Deino–Hydreigon ex line, plus special illustration rares for Frillish, Jellicent ex, Hilda, and N’s Plan until September 19th, 2025.

Pokémon TCG Pocket: watch at least 45 minutes of the Pokémon TCG stream to receive 12 Wonder Hourglasses and 12 Pack Hourglasses, redeemable until July 31st, 2026.

Pokémon GO: watch the Pokémon GO stream for 30 minutes to unlock Timed Research and get a competitive Skarmory on August 15th. On August 16th, choose from three paths to encounter Pokémon such as Lapras, Sableye, and Lileep; Squirtle, Stunfisk, and Inkay; or Sentret, Paldean Wooper, and Wimpod. Both expire August 30th, 2025.

Pokémon UNITE: viewers can claim a 2025 Worlds in-game sticker and the Platinum Murkrow Boost Emblem, Aeos Coins, and various selection boxes. All UNITE rewards must be redeemed by October 9th, 2025.

It will also be possible to play a demo of Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the event. To participate, you must reserve a Warp Pipe Pass, available on a first-come, first-served basis. The demo will be available from August 15th to 17th, 2025. Registration closes on Thursday, August 14th, 2025.

Source: Nintendo Experience, Pokémon

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet have now surpassed their predecessors Pokémon Sword & Shield in terms of worldwide sales

Nintendo have released updated sales data for hardware and software up to June 30th, 2025. For Pokémon, Scarlet & Violet has reached a milestone of 27.15 million units sold worldwide, officially surpassing the sales of Pokémon Sword & Shield, which has sold 26.84 million units.

Source: Pokémon

Play! Pokémon Access is a new app to be informed about local events and opportunities, which was released on August 4th, 2025. With Play! Pokémon Access, players will be able to check into official in-store tournaments; view upcoming premier events in their region; track their Championship Point totals for the season; review their past in-store tournament participation; use the Event Locator to follow favourite stores and their events; search for specific cards and view translations; and earn virtual badges by completing missions, such as attending in-store events.

Additionally, starting August 14th, 2025, Play! Pokémon League locations will begin distributing Prize Pack Series Seven to Trainers who take part in local events. Cards range from popular Pokémon to exclusive foil versions of competitive staples, including Latias ex, Budew, Flareon ex, Lillie’s Clefairy ex, and N’s Zoroark ex.

Source: Pokémon, Pokémon

Those who place their preorder of Pokémon Legends: Z-A and its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition through the Pokémon Center website will receive a special bonus item: a Pokémon Gallery Pin that will feature one of the three first partner Pokémon from the game (Chikorita, Tepig, or Totodile) selected at random.

Source: Pokémon

With the release of the upcoming Mega Evolution expansion in Pokémon TCG Live, The Pokémon Company International has announced a change to booster packs. While they will continue to include both an Energy card and a code card, there will also be digital rewards when redeeming code cards from other specific product types. These new digital bonuses may include digital booster packs, promo cards, bonus currency, in-game cosmetics, or other promotional content.

Source: Pokémon

From August 11th to August 17th, 2025, Pokémon GO will host Delightful Days: Taken Over, a special in-game event featuring the return of Giovanni. A significant highlight of the event is the debut of Shadow Kyogre, available in raids on August 16th and 17th. There will also be a mission to save Shadow Giratina.

Pokémon GO has announced the return of Origin Forme Dialga and Origin Forme Palkia for a special Ultra Unlock: Origin Raid Day, taking place on August 10th, 2025. During the event, both Legendary Pokémon will appear more frequently in raids.

Source: Pokémon GO, Pokémon GO

Toxel and both forms of its evolution, Toxtricity (Amped Form and Low Key Form) will be available in Pokémon Sleep beginning August 11th, 2025. These Pokémon will appear at Greengrass Isle, Old Gold Power Plant, and Greengrass Isle (Expert).

Source: Pokémon Sleep

There are new products themed with Umbreon and Espeon in the shop on Pokémon TCG Pocket. Also, those with a Premium Pass can obtain a promotional Cleffa card and buy exclusive Lugia and Ho-Oh themed items.

Source: Twitter, Twitter

The Shiny Wo-Chien Tera Raid Battle event in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet has been completed over 3.5 million times worldwide. As a reward, a Shiny Wo-Chien will be distributed to all players on August 8th, 2025.

Source: Pokémon