The Pokémon Trading Card Game Online has completely changed its front-end client for players and has ditched the Flash version. Players can currently download the Windows beta version from the Pokémon TCG Online's site. A Macintosh version will be available at a later time.
To focus completely on the new features, further work on the current version of the Pokémon TCG Online will be halted. Plus, the Multiplayer—Expert and Multiplayer—Novice game modes will be disabled until the new version launches. You’ll still be able to access your card Collection, the Deck Builder, the Trading area, and the Player vs. AI game mode throughout the transition.
Note that during the transition, you’ll be able to claim booster credits from code cards found in booster packs of the Black & White—Dark Explorers expansion beginning on May 9th. You can redeem these credits immediately for any expansion from HeartGold & SoulSilver to Black & White—Next Destinies, and you’ll be able to redeem booster credits for Black & White—Dark Explorers cards later this summer, when the new multiplayer modes enter beta. Similarly, theme deck codes will unlock Black & White—Dark Explorers theme decks in the Trainer Challenge right away, but they will not show up in your Collection until the multiplayer open beta begins.
The Mac client is scheduled to release later this year. We apologize for any disappointment this decision causes our Mac users and would like to assure you that this decision was not made lightly. We will provide schedule and development updates on the Mac version as the launch window comes more into focus.
Source: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/tcg_tcgo_update-2012-05-18/
Press Release
The Pokémon Trading Card Game Online team has been hard at work rebuilding the game with new technology and a fresh look. The first game mode updated is the single-player Trainer Challenge, and the upgraded multiplayer modes are planned to enter beta in a few months.To focus completely on the new features, further work on the current version of the Pokémon TCG Online will be halted. Plus, the Multiplayer—Expert and Multiplayer—Novice game modes will be disabled until the new version launches. You’ll still be able to access your card Collection, the Deck Builder, the Trading area, and the Player vs. AI game mode throughout the transition.
Note that during the transition, you’ll be able to claim booster credits from code cards found in booster packs of the Black & White—Dark Explorers expansion beginning on May 9th. You can redeem these credits immediately for any expansion from HeartGold & SoulSilver to Black & White—Next Destinies, and you’ll be able to redeem booster credits for Black & White—Dark Explorers cards later this summer, when the new multiplayer modes enter beta. Similarly, theme deck codes will unlock Black & White—Dark Explorers theme decks in the Trainer Challenge right away, but they will not show up in your Collection until the multiplayer open beta begins.
Mac Client
Due to the new version of the Trainer Challenge requiring a downloadable client, we opted to complete and test the Windows version of the game prior to porting and polishing a Mac version. We understand that including the Mac system requirements in the community update earlier this month was premature. We intended to indicate that the Mac client was in the works, but it appears that this message gave the community the impression that it would be launching at the same time as the Windows client. We apologize for this confusion.The Mac client is scheduled to release later this year. We apologize for any disappointment this decision causes our Mac users and would like to assure you that this decision was not made lightly. We will provide schedule and development updates on the Mac version as the launch window comes more into focus.
Source: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/tcg_tcgo_update-2012-05-18/
Upcoming Episodes
American singer Donna Summer has died of cancer at the age of 63. She is best known to Pokémon fans for singing the song The Power of One which was used in the English dub movie Pokémon: The Movie 2000. Earlier this campaign year, Republican nomination candidate Herman Cain quoted lyrics from the song which garnered widespread attention as he initially misquoted where he got the lines from.
"Early this morning, we lost Donna Summer Sudano, a woman of many gifts, the greatest being her faith," the singer's family said in a statement issued Thursday, May 17th, 2012.
"While we grieve her passing, we are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy. Words truly can't express how much we appreciate your prayers and love for our family at this sensitive time."
The official Japanese Pokémon YouTube site has posted the Pokémon Black 2 White 2 Special Official Introductory Movie. The video features scenes from the upcoming games in an animated form. Below is the full video.
Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/PokemonCoJp
Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/PokemonCoJp
Corocoro, Yahoo's Pokémon website and the official Pokémon websites have all updated to post tons of new information about the upcoming games Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. The English box art has been revealed as well as a brief description of the story.
Look forward to uncovering the mystery of Black Kyurem—or White Kyurem—somewhere in the Unova region. Little is known about this enigmatic Pokémon, except that it’s a Dragon- and Ice-type Pokémon with a devastating Ice-type attack—even stronger than Zekrom’s Fusion Bolt or Reshiram’s Fusion Flare!
Cheren is now a Normal-type Gym Leader who holds a book in one hand and the player is able to battle against him. Bel and Cheren meet up for the first time in two years as the player goes to challenge him. Two years ago, N acted as the king of the Plasma Gang and even defeated the Champion Adeku. Now no one knows what has happened to N!
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is a term that combines Pokémon with Hollywood. The aim of this new game feature is to make a movie to attract an audience by making a scenario that would appeal to them. Players are given a variety of script options to choose from and film it in front of a green screen. After screening the movie, players are given reputation points for how well their movie did. A mechanical Bangiras seems to be a main feature in the creation of these movies.
Sources: http://pokemon.yahoo.co.jp/ and http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/vg_pokemon_blackwhite2_may-2012-05-15/
Story Outline
Your journey takes place in the Unova region two years after the events of Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version. You’ll start your adventure in Aspertia City, in the far southwest corner of the Unova region. Many things have changed in the region, including some extraordinary new places and people for you to discover. Plus, many of the returning characters from Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version have taken on new roles when you meet them.Look forward to uncovering the mystery of Black Kyurem—or White Kyurem—somewhere in the Unova region. Little is known about this enigmatic Pokémon, except that it’s a Dragon- and Ice-type Pokémon with a devastating Ice-type attack—even stronger than Zekrom’s Fusion Bolt or Reshiram’s Fusion Flare!
Main Characters in Black 2 White 2
Returning in Black 2 White 2 are Bel and Cheren but both have taken up different roles as both have completed their journey's as two years have passed since the events of the first Black and White game. Bel has impressive red glasses and is now Dr. Araragi's assistant. She helps the players complete the Zukan and she visits the players in their hometown of Hiougi City (ヒオウギシティ) to give out one of the three starter Pokémon.Cheren is now a Normal-type Gym Leader who holds a book in one hand and the player is able to battle against him. Bel and Cheren meet up for the first time in two years as the player goes to challenge him. Two years ago, N acted as the king of the Plasma Gang and even defeated the Champion Adeku. Now no one knows what has happened to N!
Character Artwork
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Returning Characters for the Pokémon World Tournament
Various Gym Leaders, Elite Four Members and Villains will be returning from previous games in Black 2 White 2 for the Pokémon World Tournament (ポケモンワールドトーナメント). Confirmed are: Kasumi, Takeshi, Daigo, Wataru, Shirona, Green, Denji, Sakaki, Erika, Anzu and Katsura. Players will be able to battle them in single and double battles. PokéWood (ポケウッド)
Sources: http://pokemon.yahoo.co.jp/ and http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/vg_pokemon_blackwhite2_may-2012-05-15/
Nintendo has announced that Pokémon Dream Radar and Pokédex 3D Pro will be released in North America and Europe in the fall of 2012. It's unfortunate that Pokémon AR Searcher was renamed to Pokémon Dream Radar for the actual English release of the game considering the title is already in English for the Japanese version.
Both titles will be available on the Nintendo 3DS eShop but will not be free. The prices were not announced but the original Pokédex 3D is currently free to all Nintendo 3DS users but will be pulled from the eShop when the Pro version launches.
Downloadable Titles Provide New Ways for Players to Learn About and Catch Pokémon Found in Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2
REDMOND, Wash., May 15, 2012 – Two new downloadable Pokémon titles are coming soon to the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS. Pokémon Dream Radar and Pokédex 3D Pro will both release in fall 2012, giving players new ways to catch and learn about their favorite Pokémon, while expanding the overall experience for those that choose to play the upcoming Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokemon White Version 2 games on the Nintendo 3DS.
"2012 is shaping up to be a great year for fans of Pokémon video games," said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. "Not only can players look forward to a successor to one of the biggest Pokémon adventures ever, they can also enjoy two other titles that add to the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 experience, helping to expand their enjoyment when playing on Nintendo 3DS."
Pokémon Dream Radar lets players use several different features of the Nintendo 3DS system, including the Nintendo 3DS camera, motion control and augmented-reality technology, to catch Pokémon by moving the Nintendo 3DS to discover hidden Pokémon. Players can catch the Pokémon by moving the Nintendo 3DS to aim and shoot beams at them. Caught Pokémon from Pokémon Dream Radar can be transferred into Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2, helping players build their roster of Pokémon. Pokémon Dream Radar also includes some hard-to-get Pokémon, giving players even more incentive to catch them for their game. Pokémon Dream Radar will be available exclusively for purchase via download from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.
Pokédex 3D Pro is a fully enhanced and upgraded version of the original Pokédex 3D application. It includes detailed information about the more than 600 Pokémon featured in the history of the Pokémon video game series. Pokédex 3D Pro also includes in-depth sorting, comparison and ranking tools, as well as comprehensive details on what abilities each Pokémon can learn and how it evolves. Additionally, the application includes extensive augmented-reality capabilities, including the ability to take photos of Pokémon in the real world. With Pokédex 3D Pro, all known Pokémon are unlocked from the start, allowing players to access a wealth of information that will be useful as they play through Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2. Pokémon Dream Radar will be available exclusively for purchase via download from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.
Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 bring players back to the Unova region two years after the events of Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version. Players who are familiar with Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version will immediately notice that the Unova region has transformed significantly in the new games. Embark on a new adventure starting in the new Aspertia City and discover what strange events are occurring and why the Unova region has changed two years after Team Plasma's defeat.
Players can also look forward to two new Legendary Pokémon, Black Kyurem and White Kyurem, which are featured on the games' packaging. Each of these powerful Legendary Pokémon boasts new devastating Ice-type signature moves; Black Kyurem knows Freeze Shock and White Kyurem comes ready for battle with Ice Burn. Black Kyurem will be available exclusively in Pokémon Black Version 2, while White Kyurem will only be found in Pokémon White Version 2. Developed for the Nintendo DS family of systems, the games can also be played on the Nintendo 3DS system in 2D mode.
Source: http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=33664
A new professor has also been revealed for the game. Professor Burnet (バーネット博士) is named after the common name for Sanguisorba. She studies the Dream Interstice (夢のはざま), a mysterious space between dreams and reality, and the user can go there to search for Pokémon in order to aid her research.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/ar_searcher/characters/
Both titles will be available on the Nintendo 3DS eShop but will not be free. The prices were not announced but the original Pokédex 3D is currently free to all Nintendo 3DS users but will be pulled from the eShop when the Pro version launches.
Press Release
POKÉMON DREAM RADAR AND POKÉDEX 3D PRO COMING TO NINTENDO ESHOP FOR NINTENDO 3DS THIS YEARDownloadable Titles Provide New Ways for Players to Learn About and Catch Pokémon Found in Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2
REDMOND, Wash., May 15, 2012 – Two new downloadable Pokémon titles are coming soon to the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS. Pokémon Dream Radar and Pokédex 3D Pro will both release in fall 2012, giving players new ways to catch and learn about their favorite Pokémon, while expanding the overall experience for those that choose to play the upcoming Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokemon White Version 2 games on the Nintendo 3DS.
"2012 is shaping up to be a great year for fans of Pokémon video games," said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. "Not only can players look forward to a successor to one of the biggest Pokémon adventures ever, they can also enjoy two other titles that add to the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 experience, helping to expand their enjoyment when playing on Nintendo 3DS."
Pokémon Dream Radar lets players use several different features of the Nintendo 3DS system, including the Nintendo 3DS camera, motion control and augmented-reality technology, to catch Pokémon by moving the Nintendo 3DS to discover hidden Pokémon. Players can catch the Pokémon by moving the Nintendo 3DS to aim and shoot beams at them. Caught Pokémon from Pokémon Dream Radar can be transferred into Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2, helping players build their roster of Pokémon. Pokémon Dream Radar also includes some hard-to-get Pokémon, giving players even more incentive to catch them for their game. Pokémon Dream Radar will be available exclusively for purchase via download from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.
Pokédex 3D Pro is a fully enhanced and upgraded version of the original Pokédex 3D application. It includes detailed information about the more than 600 Pokémon featured in the history of the Pokémon video game series. Pokédex 3D Pro also includes in-depth sorting, comparison and ranking tools, as well as comprehensive details on what abilities each Pokémon can learn and how it evolves. Additionally, the application includes extensive augmented-reality capabilities, including the ability to take photos of Pokémon in the real world. With Pokédex 3D Pro, all known Pokémon are unlocked from the start, allowing players to access a wealth of information that will be useful as they play through Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2. Pokémon Dream Radar will be available exclusively for purchase via download from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.
Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 bring players back to the Unova region two years after the events of Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version. Players who are familiar with Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version will immediately notice that the Unova region has transformed significantly in the new games. Embark on a new adventure starting in the new Aspertia City and discover what strange events are occurring and why the Unova region has changed two years after Team Plasma's defeat.
Players can also look forward to two new Legendary Pokémon, Black Kyurem and White Kyurem, which are featured on the games' packaging. Each of these powerful Legendary Pokémon boasts new devastating Ice-type signature moves; Black Kyurem knows Freeze Shock and White Kyurem comes ready for battle with Ice Burn. Black Kyurem will be available exclusively in Pokémon Black Version 2, while White Kyurem will only be found in Pokémon White Version 2. Developed for the Nintendo DS family of systems, the games can also be played on the Nintendo 3DS system in 2D mode.
Source: http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=33664
AR Searcher - Sacred Beast Formes Revealed
The official Japanese Pokémon AR Searcher website has revealed the new Sacred Beast Formes for Tornelos, Voltolos and Landlos. Players can capture them in the game and then transfer them over to Pokémon Black 2 or White 2. Below are the details.| Tornelos | Landlos | Voltolos | Professor Burnet (バーネット博士) |
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| B2W2 Isshu Dex No.198 BW Isshu Dex No.147 National Dex No.641 Cyclone Pokémon Type: Flying Height: 1.4m Weight: 63.0kg |
B2W2 Isshu Dex No.200 BW Isshu Dex No.151 National Dex No.645 Abundance Pokémon Type: Ground/Flying Height: 1.3m Weight: 68.0m |
B2W2 Isshu Dex No.199 BW Isshu Dex No.148 National Dex No.642 Bolt Strike Pokémon Electric/Flying Height 3.0m Weight: 61.0kg |
Professor Burnet (バーネット博士) |
A new professor has also been revealed for the game. Professor Burnet (バーネット博士) is named after the common name for Sanguisorba. She studies the Dream Interstice (夢のはざま), a mysterious space between dreams and reality, and the user can go there to search for Pokémon in order to aid her research.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/ar_searcher/characters/
The official Japanese Best Wishes website has been announced that Pocket Monsters Best Wishes (ポケットモンスター ベストウイッシュ) will end on June 14th, 2012 with a 1-hour special. On June 21st, 2012, Pocket Monsters Best Wishes Season 2 (ポケットモンスター ベストウイッシュ シーズン2) will debut. The new series will feature Satoshi continuing his journey in Isshu but many of his old acquaintances will also return for the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup.
Source: http://www.famitsu.com/news/201205/15014667.html
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In BW81 - Sekka Gym Match! A Battlefield of Ice!! (セッカジム戦！ 氷のバトルフィールド！！) which airs on May 17th, 2012, Meloetta (メロエッタ) will make its anime debut in the new ending Look at this (Mitemite☆Kotchitchi みてみて☆こっちっち). It will also be featured in this years movie short Meloetta's Sparkling Recital (メロエッタのキラキラリサイタル).
In BW84 - Movie Showdown! The Isshu Defense Force Goes into Action!! (映画対決！出撃イッシュ防衛隊！！), a mechanical Bangiras (バンギラス) will rampage into action as Satoshi once again helps make a movie with Luke.
The final episode of Best Wishes will air on June 14st, 2012 with Gym Leader Homika making an appearance.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/05/120515_a01.html
Series Summary
After reuniting with the Champion of the Sinnoh region, Shirona, Satoshi and his friends join her and travel towards the eastern part of the Isshu region, "East Isshu". There, they encounter a lot of Pokémon not found in the Isshu region, like Kairyu, Riolu and Eievui, as well as Satoshi's travelmates from his adventure in the Sinnoh region, Hikari, Pochama and Hikari's other Pokémon. Additionally, the mythical Pokémon Meloetta joins up with Satoshi and the others on their adventure. The "Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup", where the winner gets to battle Adeku, the Champion of the Isshu region, begins as well. Satoshi and his friends obviously sign up, as does Shirona and Elite Four Member Cattleya. In addition, a new rival appears before Satoshi, and the Boss Sakaki unveils the greatest operation in the Rocket Gang's history. Lots and lots of upcoming events lie waiting!Series Summary (Japanese)
新たな冒険の舞台で新展開を迎える『ポケットモンスター ベストウイッシュ シーズン2』。シンオウ地方のチャンピオン・シロナと再会したサトシたちは、シロナとともにイッシュ地方の東側“イースト・イッシュ”へ旅立つことに。そこには、カイリューや、リオル、イーブイなど、イッシュ地方以外のさまざまなポケモンたちや、サトシがシンオウ地方でともに冒険をした仲間・ヒカリとポッチャマたちの姿があった。そしてなんと！ 幻のポケモン・メロエッタがサトシたちの仲間になって大冒険が始まるのだ。さらに、優勝すればイッシュ地方チャンピオン・アデクに挑戦できるというバトル大会“ポケモンワールドトーナメントジュニアカップ”も開幕。サトシたちはもちろん、シロナや四天王・カトレアも同大会に参加。そのほかにもサトシの新ライバル登場や、ボス・サカキによるロケット団史上最大の大作戦が幕を開けるなど、盛りだくさんの内容となっている。Source: http://www.famitsu.com/news/201205/15014667.html
Teaser Poster
Pocket Monsters Best Wishes Season 2 Artwork
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Upcoming Final Episodes of Best Wishes
Information about the final episodes of the series was also announced on the official website including some pictures from them.In BW81 - Sekka Gym Match! A Battlefield of Ice!! (セッカジム戦！ 氷のバトルフィールド！！) which airs on May 17th, 2012, Meloetta (メロエッタ) will make its anime debut in the new ending Look at this (Mitemite☆Kotchitchi みてみて☆こっちっち). It will also be featured in this years movie short Meloetta's Sparkling Recital (メロエッタのキラキラリサイタル).
In BW84 - Movie Showdown! The Isshu Defense Force Goes into Action!! (映画対決！出撃イッシュ防衛隊！！), a mechanical Bangiras (バンギラス) will rampage into action as Satoshi once again helps make a movie with Luke.
The final episode of Best Wishes will air on June 14st, 2012 with Gym Leader Homika making an appearance.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/05/120515_a01.html
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