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The Pokémon Company announced today that they will be taking action against users that are modifying their game data in violation of the terms and services.

Response to Users of Illegally Modified Data

November 11, 2022

Dear All Customers,

Thank you for enjoying the Pokémon series.

We have confirmed that some users have been playing the Pokémon series and Pokémon HOME with illegally modified data.

Unauthorized modification of data can cause problems with the operation of the games and applications. We will take the following actions against users who are causing issues for other users, such as trading Pokémon, or whose actions are deemed inappropriate from an usage standpoint.

Measures that will be taken:
  • Bans on the use of Internet play for the Pokémon series.
  • Bans on the use of the trade function in Pokémon HOME (smartphone version).
  • Bans on the use of Pokémon HOME (both smartphone and the Nintendo Switch versions).
  • Bans on the use of Pokémon Bank and Pokémon HOME.
* These action will be implemented for a limited or indefinite period of time at the discretion of The Pokémon Company.
* The Pokémon Company will not refund usage fees due to these actions.
* We will not be able to respond to inquiries regarding the abuse of the terms and services and our response to it.
* We will not enforce Internet Bans for Nintendo Switch software other than the Pokémon series and Pokémon HOME.

We will periodically implement similar measures and may impose further bans without prior notice.

We will only take action against users who are found to be engaging in inappropriate behavior after confirming the abuse. Please be assured that no bans will be placed on users who unintentionally possess altered data, such as those who "just happened to receive the data in a trade" or "the traded data was altered without their knowledge".

In order to ensure that users can enjoy the Pokémon series with peace of mind, we will continue to monitor the series on a regular basis to ensure that we are able to respond to any fraudulent or disruptive behavior.

We look forward to your continued support of the Pokémon series.
The Pokémon Company

Source: https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2021/01/210122_at01.html
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The Pokémon Company has announced the initial details for the 2023 Pokémon Championship Series and it features the return of the Pokémon TCG, Pokémon GO, VGC, Pokémon UNITE and more!

Get a First Look at Plans for the 2023 Pokémon Championship Series

The 2023 Play! Pokémon season features the return of Pokémon TCG, Pokémon GO, VGC, Pokémon UNITE, and much more!

After an invigorating return to competitive Pokémon during the 2022 Pokémon Championship Series, we have more details regarding the future of the series. The 2023 Pokémon Championship Series, leading to the 2023 Pokémon World Championships, will include four different Pokémon games: the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon video games, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon UNITE. Regional Championships and International Championships will continue to be hosted across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Oceania, and Travel Awards will be available for these events.

The age divisions for players in the 2023 season will increase by one year from the 2022 season:
  • Junior Division: Born in 2011 or later
  • Senior Division: Born in 2007, 2008, 2009, or 2010
  • Masters Division: Born in 2006 or earlier

2023 Pokémon TCG Championship Series

The Pokémon TCG Championship Series largely remains unchanged going into the 2023 season and will continue to suspend all local Championship Point (CP) tournaments (e.g., League Challenges and League Cups) until further notice.

Most Championship Series events, including all Regional and International Championships, use the Standard format.

2023 Pokémon Video Game Championship (VGC) Series

With Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet releasing later this year, we will reevaluate the structure of the 2023 VGC circuit. After the 2022 World Championships, there will be no Video Game Championship Series events until January 2023, when all competitive events will be played in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. More information will be released later in 2022.

2023 Pokémon GO Championship Series

Following the success of the inaugural 2022 season, Pokémon GO will return to the 2023 Pokémon Championship Series. Pokémon GO will feature at many more events alongside both the Pokémon TCG and VGC events. All players will compete in a single age division in the 2023 Pokémon GO Championship Series.

Event Schedule and Travel Awards

Regional Championships will continue to take place in the 2023 season, with numerous events making their way to North America, Europe, and Latin America. Special Events will also return to Europe for the 2023 season. There are currently no announced Regional Championships for Oceania; however, details of those events will be announced at a later date. Most Regionals will feature both Pokémon TCG and Pokémon GO during this season’s Championship Series, and Regionals taking place after January 2023 will also feature VGC events using Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. The main competitions for Regional Championships in North America will take place on Saturdays and Sundays, but competitors are encouraged to show up early to check in and compete in side events on Fridays. More Regionals will be announced at a later date. Dates, locations, and formats are subject to change.

North America Regional Championships Schedule

Date Location Game(s)
September 16–18, 2022 Baltimore Regional Championships
Baltimore Convention Center
1 W Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
September 29–October 2, 2022 Peoria Regional Championships
Peoria Civic Center
201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL 61602
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
October 14–16, 2022 Salt Lake City Regional Championships
Salt Palace Convention Center
100 S W Temple St
Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
December 2–4, 2022 Toronto Regional Championships
The Enercare Centre
100 Princes’ Blvd Unit 1, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3, Canada
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
December 16–18, 2022 Arlington Regional Championships
Arlington Convention Center
1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76011, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
January 6–8, 2023 San Diego Regional Championships
San Diego Convention Center
111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
February 3–5, 2023 Florida Regional Championships
Orange County Convention Center
9400 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
February 24–26, 2023 Knoxville Regional Championships
Knoxville Convention Center
701 Henley St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
March 10–12, 2023 Vancouver Regional Championships
Vancouver Convention Center
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3, Canada
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
March 24–26, 2023 Charlotte Regional Championships
Charlotte Convention Center
501 S College St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
March 31–April 2, 2023  Fort Wayne Regional Championships
The Grand Wayne Convention Center 
120 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
May 5–7, 2023 Portland Regional Championships
Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97232, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
May 19–21, 2023 Hartford Regional Championships
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
June 16–18, 2023 Wisconsin Regional Championships
The Wisconsin Center
400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC

Europe Regional Championships and Special Events Schedule

Date Location Game(s)
September 17–18, 2022 Bilbao Special Event
Bilbao Exhibition Centre
Azkue Kalea, 1, 48902 Barakaldo, Bizkaia, Spain
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
October 22–23, 2022 Lille Regional Championships
Lille Grand Palais
1 Bd des Cités Unies, 59777 Lille, France
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
November 12–13, 2022 Warsaw Regional Championships
Expo XXI
Ignacego Prądzyńskiego 12/14, 01-222 Warsaw, Poland
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
December 3–4, 2022 Stuttgart Regional Championships
ICS International Congress Center Stuttgart
Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbH, Messepiazza 1, 70629 Stuttgart, Germany
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
January 21–22, 2023 Liverpool Regional Championships
ACC Liverpool
King’s Dock, Port of Liverpool, Kings Dock St, Liverpool L3 4FP, UK
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
February 25–26, 2023 Bochum Regional Championships
RuhrCongress Bochum
Stadionring 20, 44791 Bochum, Germany
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
March 18–19, 2023 Utrecht Special Event
Jaarbeurs
Jaarbeursplein, 3521 AL Utrecht, Netherlands
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC
May 20–21, 2023 Malmö Regional Championships
MalmöMässan Exhibition & Congress Center
Mässgatan 6, 215 32 Malmö, Sweden
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC

Latin America Regional Championships Schedule

Date Location Game(s)
September 17–18, 2022 Porto Alegre Regional Championships
FIERGS Events Center
Av. Assis Brasil, 8787 – Sarandi, Porto Alegre – RS, 91140-001, Brazil
Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO

International Championships will also return for the 2023 Pokémon Championship Series, with events in Latin America, Oceania, Europe, and North America. Pokémon TCG Travel Awards will function the same for this event as they did previously—CP earned from the day after the Europe International Championships through and including the North America International Championships will determine Travel Awards for the Latin America International Championships. Because VGC events do not resume until January, VGC Championship Points earned during this period will determine Travel Awards for the Oceania International Championships.

International Championships Schedule

Date Region Location Game(s)
November 2022 Latin America Brazil Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
February 2023 Oceania Australia Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GOVGC
April 2023 Europe UK Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GOVGC
June 2023 North America USA Pokémon TCG
Pokémon GO
VGC

This is only the first update regarding the 2023 Pokémon Championship Series season. Further updates will be provided as more information is confirmed.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/get-a-first-look-at-plans-for-the-2023-pokemon-championship-series
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Collaboration between Pokémon and Sumo at the January 2022 Grand Sumo Tournament!

From January 9th, 2022 to January 23rd, 2022, in cooperation with the Japan Sumo Association, The Pokémon Company will be holding a collaborative event at the January Grand Sumo Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Hall that combines the appeal of Pokémon and sumo!

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An ornamental sumo apron (化粧まわし) with a Pokémon design will be on display! The Pikachu and Hariyama apron will be on display at the first floor entrance of Ryogoku Kokugikan.

Prize flags with designs of past Pokémon games packaging!

Prize flags featuring designs of past the Pokémon game packages and Pokémon LEGENDS Arceus will be displayed at the Ryogoku Kokugikan's first floor entrance and the second floor exhibition space! There will be no prize flags on display on Sunday, January 23rd, 2022 (the last day of the Grand Sumo Tournament in January). High resolution images of the flags have been added to an Imageboard thread.

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More than 200 banners with Pokémon designs and special Gyoji costumes with Pokémon motifs!

More than 200 Pokémon banners will be flying in the ring every day! There will also be special Gyoji costumes designed with Pokémon motifs, so be sure to check them out!

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Sources: https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2022/01/220107_e01.html and https://www.sumo.or.jp/Watching/guide/tokyo/room/609/#poke_kensho
The Pokémon Company International has announced the details for the Pokémon Players Cup III which begins in begins January 2021 and includes the TCG and Video Games.

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Pokémon Players Cup III Begins January 2021, Includes TCG and Video Games

Get the info you need to participate in and watch the Pokémon TCG, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, and Pokkén Tournament DX competition.

Get ready, Trainers! The Pokémon Players Cup III online tournament is approaching. This exciting competition will take place January through April 2021, and it will see some of the best Pokémon Trainers from around the world square off to win prizes and glory. Participation in the Pokémon Players Cup III is open to all Masters Division players, and the tournament will take place entirely online.

There will be three separate competitions in the Pokémon Players Cup III—one featuring the Pokémon Trading Card Game, one featuring the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield video games, and one featuring the Pokkén Tournament DX video game.

Eligible competitors can earn their places in the Region Qualifiers through qualifying events. To participate in these events, players MUST have a Pokémon Trainer Club account and have a Player ID by January 18 at 10:00 a.m. PST. Pokémon TCG players also need to have logged in to the Pokémon TCG Online with a Player ID attached to their PTC account between October 18 and January 18 to participate.

Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield video game players will battle in the Pokémon Players Cup III Qualifier to lock in a spot for the Region Qualifiers. Video game players need to have linked their Pokémon Trainer Club account to their Nintendo account before the Pokémon Players Cup III Qualifier begins.

Pokémon TCG players will compete in tournaments during a qualifying period in the Pokémon TCG Online.

Pokkén Tournament DX players will compete in Online Qualifiers within their region. All players will be required to register online before the qualification date and will need an account with both Discord and Battlefy to participate.

All Pokémon Players Cup III events will be streamed so fans can watch the thrilling battles and cheer on their favorite competitors. You can follow along on www.pokemon.com, on Twitch, or on YouTube. Our team of experts will be on hand to provide insightful commentary on all the action. G

Good luck, Trainers!

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-players-cup-iii-begins-january-2021-includes-tcg-and-video-games/

Pokémon Players Cup III: Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Video Game Event Information

Masters Division Pokémon Trainers competing in the third Pokémon Players Cup for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield will battle through several tournament phases. Battles in each phase will adhere to current Pokémon Video Game Championships rules.

In the first phase, players will compete to maximize their placement in the Pokémon Players Cup III Qualifier, which will take place from Thursday, January 14, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. PST through Sunday, January 17, 2021, at 3:59 p.m. PST. The top players by rating zone—after removing ineligible players—will advance to be able to register for the Pokémon Players Cup III Region Qualifiers. Players will need to link their Nintendo Account to their Pokémon Trainer Club account before the competition to be eligible.

More information about the Pokémon Players Cup III Qualifier will be released at a later date.

Players Advancing from the Pokémon Players Cup III Qualifier

  • North America rating zone (US and Canada): 256 players
  • Europe rating zone (Europe): 256 players
  • Latin America rating zone (Latin America and Caribbean): 256 players
  • Oceania rating zone (Oceania): 128 players
The Oceania rating zone comprises only Australia and New Zealand.

In March, these players will compete in a Region Qualifier within their region (based on rating zone, excluding South Africa and Russia). Each Region Qualifier will be a separate double-elimination bracket taking place over two weekends so that play times can be optimized by rating zone. Players will be required to register their team online before the first Region Qualifier date and will need an account with both Discord and Battlefy to participate.

Matches will be best of three and will use the Ranked Battles rules. Specific details on rules and report times will be available closer to the event.

Check back for full tournament rules at a later date.

Pokémon Players Cup III Region Qualifier Schedule

March 20: Double-elimination bracket play until 16 players remain in each region
March 27: Bracket play continues until 4 players remain in each region

Pokémon Players Cup III Global Finals

The Global Finals will include 16 players—4 from each Region Qualifier. The finals will be a new double-elimination bracket, and players will be able to submit a new team list. The Global Finals will be played on April 10­–11 at a time to be determined and sent to finalists via email.

Pokémon Players Cup III Eligibility

The following players will not be eligible to participate in the Region Qualifiers.

  • Players who were born in 2005 or later (Junior and Senior Divisions, based on the 2021 season)
  • Players who reside outside countries supported by the following Play! Pokémon rating zones: North America (US and Canada), Europe, Latin America, and Oceania
  • Players who have not opted in to the Play! Pokémon Terms of Use
  • Players who are unable to abide by the VGC tournament rules
Additional eligibility rules may apply.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/pokemon-players-cup-iii/vg-event-info/

Pokémon Players Cup III: Pokémon TCG Event Information

Pokémon Trading Card Game matches for the Pokémon Players Cup III will take place via the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online. Eligible Masters Division players will compete through several tournament phases for glory, bragging rights, and prizes.

In the first phase, players will compete to reach the top of their rating zone's Pokémon TCG Online Tournament Rep leaderboard in the Standard format for the month of February 2021. The top players in each rating zone—after removing ineligible players—will advance and be able to register for the Pokémon Players Cup III Region Qualifiers. There is no charge to register.

Pokémon Players Cup III and the February Leaderboard

The Players Cup III will continue to use the new feature first rolled out for the second Players Cup. All eligible players will have 50 Tournament Keys added to their Pokémon TCG Online account prior to the start of the open qualifier period, which runs from January 26 at 10:00 a.m. PST to February 26 at 9:59 a.m. PST. Each Tournament Key provides one entry into a special Standard format Pokémon Players Cup III qualifier tournament queue. No additional Tournament Keys will be distributed during the qualifier period, so every eligible player will have the same number of chances to qualify during the Pokémon Players Cup III open qualifier phase!

Additionally, Tournament Rep awards will be disabled for all other Standard format tournament queues for the duration of the qualification period, so the only players that will appear on the February Standard format Tournament Rep leaderboard will be those participating in the Pokémon Players Cup III qualifier tournaments.

In order to receive these Tournament Keys, a player must meet all the eligibility requirements and have logged in to the Pokémon TCG Online with a Pokémon Trainer Club account that has a linked Player ID between the dates of October 18, 2020, and January 18, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. PST. Tournament Keys will appear in accounts on January 25.

As a reminder, starting with the second Players Cup, the way Tournament Rep is calculated has been updated. Tournament Rep points will be awarded as follows.

  • 1st place: 5 points
  • 2nd place: 3 points
  • 3rd & 4th place: 1 point each
  • 5th–8th place: 0 points

Players Advancing from the February Leaderboard

  • North America rating zone (US and Canada): 256 players
  • Europe rating zone (Europe): 256 players
  • Latin America rating zone (Latin America and Caribbean): 256 players
  • Oceania rating zone (Australia and New Zealand): 128 players
In March, these players will compete in a Region Qualifier within their region (based on rating zone, excluding South Africa and Russia). Each Region Qualifier will be a separate double-elimination bracket taking place over two weekends so play times can be optimized by rating zone. Players will be required to register their deck list online before the first Region Qualifier date and will need an account with both Discord and Battlefy to participate.

Matches will be best of three and will use the Standard format. Specific details on rules and report times will be available closer to the event.

Check back for the full tournament rules.

Pokémon Players Cup III Regional Online Qualifier Schedule

March 20: Double-elimination bracket play until 16 players remain in each region
March 27: Bracket play continues until 4 players remain in each region

The players handbook and email communication will provide the specific play time for each region, which will be announced closer to the event date.

Pokémon Players Cup III Global Finals

The Global Finals will include 16 players—4 from each Region Qualifier. The finals will be a new double-elimination bracket, and players will be able to submit a new deck list. The Global Finals will be played April 10–11 at a time to be determined and sent to finalists via email.

Pokémon Players Cup III Eligibility

The following players will not be eligible to participate in the Region Qualifiers.

  • Players who were born in 2005 or later (Junior and Senior Divisions, based on the 2021 season)
  • Players who reside outside countries supported by the following Play! Pokémon rating zones: North America (US and Canada), Europe, Latin America, and Oceania
  • Players who have not opted in to the Play! Pokémon Terms of Use
  • Players who do not log in to the Pokémon TCG Online between October 18, 2020, and January 18, 2021, at 18:00 UTC after successfully opting in to the Play! Pokémon Terms of Use and receiving a Player ID
Additional eligibility rules may apply. *All details, including rules, dates, and eligibility are subject to change.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/pokemon-players-cup-iii/tcg-event-info/
The Pokémon Company has announced a new Minigames and Activities website called Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest which will be active from December 1st, 2020 until January 3rd, 2021. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

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Play Minigames and Enjoy Fun Activities at Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest

Visit this kid-centric website to play seasonal minigames, complete activities, and collect Pokémon badges.

Looking for some fun diversions to keep young Pokémon fans entertained this season? Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest is here to help! From December 1, 2020, to January 3, 2021, you can visit this special website to play minigames and enjoy a variety of activities. By playing games and completing special events, you can collect Pokémon badges that highlight your accomplishments. You may even discover badges featuring amazing Legendary and Mythical Pokémon!

Head over to the Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest website now to begin your wintertime Pokémon adventure!

YouTube Clip - Get Ready for Winter Fun with Pikachu and Friends!


Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLXt_roIjhc

Join the fun this festive season with the Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest

The Pokémon Company International announces Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest, a fun-filled website for younger Pokémon fans

Today, The Pokémon Company International launched Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest, a new website designed for younger Trainers. From December 1, 2020, at 6 a.m. PT until January 3, 2021, at 3:59 p.m. PT, aspiring Pokémon Trainers will be able to access a variety of free to-play minigames and activities and to test their Pokémon knowledge on mobile devices, tablets, and computers that have a web browser.

The main objective in Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest is to earn Razz Berries. Once players earn a certain number of Razz Berries during a game, they will be awarded a badge pouch containing Pokémon badges to add to their collection. There are over 890 Pokémon badges to collect! Razz Berries collected by players are also added to their team’s daily total, which will add to their progress in the team races. The first team to cross a race checkpoint will be awarded an in-game item.

Players can also earn extra Razz Berries and Pokémon badges by reaching milestones in the team races, using the daily rewards wheel, or collecting special daily rewards. They can even collect Legendary Pokémon badges when obtaining Legendary pouches, and Mythical Pokémon badges by completing the daily Mythical missions!

Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest features the following minigames and activities:

Battle Dunk
Tapping with their mouse or fingers to aim and release their selected Pokémon, players will need to knock as many enemy Pokémon out of the arena as they can without running out of energy. But be very careful—the other Pokémon are also trying to knock you out of the arena!

Pair Up
In a quickfire matching game, players will have 60 seconds to test their Pokémon knowledge and find the matching cards as quickly as possible for the best score. This game has four levels of difficulty: match all of the same Pokémon together, match each Pokémon with its Evolution, match each Pokémon with a card showing its correct type, or match each Pokémon with a card showing a type that it is weak against!

Relay Ridge
In this obstacle course, players will need to get as far as they can by safely moving Pokémon along the top of the cliff without falling off or hitting too many obstacles. When reaching checkpoints, Pokémon will automatically swap, their health will be restored, and Razz Berries will be rewarded.

Snow Holes
A group of Diglett is causing chaos in the snow fields and threatening to break the ice! Players will need to get rid of them by tapping as quickly as possible. Dugtrio might even make an appearance for a bonus round!

Waterfall Crossing
In this minigame, players will need to help Pokémon cross the river safely, by bouncing them across on their raft using their mouse or fingers. But they must also watch out for Jigglypuff! This Pokémon will make the players’ Pokémon fall asleep, and players will need to spend precious time waking them up!

Winter Fest Scene Creator
This corner of Pokémon: Kids Winter Fest will give Trainers a platform to express their creativity by putting together their very own Winter Fest scene filled with Pokémon. A range of characters, backgrounds and items are available to be added to the picture, creating fun and wintry scenes.
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Pocket Monsters Red and Green were released in 1996. A booklet called Which Pokémon Games Did You Play? (キミが遊んだのはどのポケモン?), reviews the 23 year history of the "Pocket Monsters" game series. If you read this booklet, you will be able to relive the fun memories of the "Pocket Monsters" games that you played! The booklet is also available on the web for free in PDF form, so be sure to check it out. Also, the physical version of the booklet is being distributed well at game stores nationwide in Japan.

Source: https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2019/10/191025_gm01.html

Official Links:
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China’s Tencent Games and the The Pokémon Company have announced a partnership to develop a new game but no details were announced nor what platform it will be released on. The game will be worked on by TiMi Studio Group who have created games such as Arena of Valor and Call of Duty Mobile.

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Source: https://m.weibo.cn/detail/4396915061563565
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The official Pokémon website has announced the details for the 2018 Pokémon World Championships in Nashville, Tennessee. The registration fee for spectators of all ages is $10. Registration fees are nonrefundable. All spectators will receive two booster packs when they pick up their badges.

2018 Pokémon World Championships - Details

The 2018 Pokémon World Championships are coming to Nashville, Tennessee, from August 24–26. The best players from all over the world will compete for the title of Pokémon TCG, Video Game, or Pokkén Tournament World Champion, and for a combined prize pool worth more than $500,000 in prizes!

The Pokémon World Championships are an invitation-only event. Players have been battling throughout the 2018 Championship Series season to earn a seat at this prestigious competition.

Spectators are invited to come watch the action all weekend long. Come see all the battles in person and participate in side events throughout the three-day event. There is a small fee for a spectator badge, which also includes two Pokémon TCG booster packs. The spectator badge is good for all three days of the event.

Event location:
Nashville Music City Center, Halls C & D
201 Fifth Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203

Play for all divisions for both the Pokémon TCG and video game competitions will begin on Friday, August 24. Top players who qualified for a Day Two invitation will join the field on Saturday, August 25. These tournaments will conclude with the final rounds on Sunday, August 26.

The Pokkén Tournament World Championships will take place entirely on Saturday, August 25, with a Last Chance Qualifier occurring on Friday, August 24.

Badges and Registration

Entry to this event will require a badge for all attendees, including competitors in the main event as well as spectators. Children age 5 and under will be given a wristband at no charge to allow entry into the event space.

Registration for competitors and spectators must be completed online. Get complete details on how to register to attend.

Competitors can pick up their badges and welcome kits on Thursday, August 23, at the Terrace outside Halls C & D at the Nashville Music City Center.

Side Events

Side events will take place throughout the weekend (Friday through Sunday). Only attendees with an event badge (including competitors and spectators) will be able to participate in side events.

Nashville Open

Attendees can battle in the Nashville Open, a marquee side event for both Pokémon TCG and video game players. The Nashville Open will award Championship Points equivalent to a Pokémon Regional Championships event, applicable to the 2019 Championship Series season. Details on the 2019 Championship Series are coming in late July.

Pokkén Tournament DX Last Chance Qualifier

Battle for the remaining few spots in the Pokkén Tournament World Championships at the Last Chance Qualifier on Friday, August 24! Registration for the Last Chance Qualifier includes a spectator badge for entry into the Pokémon World Championships hall for the whole weekend.

Streaming

Follow the action on Twitch.tv/team/Pokemon all weekend long! There will be four live streams for the event: a Pokémon TCG stream, a VGC stream, a Pokkén Tournament DX stream, and the Main Stage stream. The Main Stage stream will include the opening ceremonies on Friday at 9 a.m., as well as the Pokkén Tournament DX finals on Saturday. Then, don't miss the Pokémon TCG and VGC finals on Sunday. The weekend will conclude with the closing ceremonies late Sunday afternoon.

Pokémon Center A Pokémon Center store will be on site, giving players and fans a chance to buy Pokémon merchandise they won't find anywhere else, including special World Championships products. Badges will not be required to visit the Pokémon Center. The Pokémon Center will be in Hall A1.

Checking In

Day One players must check in Thursday at the Nashville Music City Center. If, due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays or missed connections, a player is unable to check in Thursday, that player should report to the check-in desk as early as possible Friday (during check-in hours at the Nashville Music City Center, starting at 8 a.m.) and notify a staff member. All Day One players are required to be checked in and seated for their age division's player meeting Friday morning.

Good luck to all competitors at the 2018 Pokémon World Championships!

2018 Worlds Event Registration

Registration for the World Championships will take place entirely online.

A badge is required to enter the event space at all times. Badges must be visibly worn while within the event space.

Badges can only be purchased online using a credit or debit card, and can only be picked up on site at the event. Cash or check payments for badges will not be accepted.

Competitors and spectators can check in and pick up their badges at the Nashville Music City Center, at the Terrace outside Halls C & D, at the following times:

Thursday, August 23, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday, August 24, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, August 25, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, August 26, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Proof of age may be requested during check-in. Failure to provide proof of age may result in the player being denied participation in the tournament, at the organizer's discretion.

Registration for Main Event Competitors

Qualified competitors who have received invitations are highly encouraged to RSVP via the online registration system. Players can begin to RSVP in mid-July, after the conclusion of the 2018 season. There is no registration fee for competitors.

All competitors will receive one competitor badge and Worlds lanyard, plus one spectator badge for a guest or parent/guardian. This spectator badge will not include any other items. Any additional spectator badges must be purchased online. All competitors who RSVP online will also be guaranteed to receive a welcome kit. Items will be distributed on site at the event. Substitute product may be provided if necessary. Players who do not RSVP in advance will still be allowed to play, but may not be guaranteed to receive a welcome kit.

Competitors will be required to provide their name, player ID number, and some form of ID to pick up their competitor badge. Junior and Senior Division competitors must also have a guardian present to pick up their competitor badge.

Registration for Pokkén Tournament DX LCQ Competitors

Players who would like to battle in the Pokkén Tournament DX Last Chance Qualifier will also need to register online prior to the start of the competition. The entry fee for the Pokkén Tournament DX LCQ is $30 for all players. Registration for the LCQ includes a spectator badge to the Pokémon World Championships for the entrant. Players under age 18 will receive one additional spectator badge and lanyard at no charge for a parent or guardian. Additionally, all registrants will receive six Pokémon TCG booster packs. Entry fees are nonrefundable.

Registration for Spectators

Spectator registration will also be entirely online, and is limited. Spectator registration will be open until badges sell out. Until that time, they will continue to be available (for online purchase only) throughout the event weekend, until 1 p.m. Sunday, August 26.

The registration fee for spectators of all ages is $10. Registration fees are nonrefundable. All spectators will receive two booster packs when they pick up their badges.

A registration confirmation email (sent after spectator registration is completed via the registration website) will be required to pick up spectator badges. A maximum of six spectator badges can be purchased at one time.

Children age 5 and under do not need to be registered in advance, and will instead be given wristbands on site at the event. Children age 5 and under do not receive any additional items.

Sources: https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/worlds/2018/registration/ and https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/worlds/2018/about/
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To celebrate the 17th anniversary of the game Pocket Monsters Crystal Version, which was first released in Japan on December 14th, 2000, the official Pokémon websites have announced that Pocket Monsters Crystal Version will be released on the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console on January 26th, 2018. A download card will be available to purchase starting on January 8th, 2018 for 1,111 yen plus tax in Japan. Players will be able to transfer Pokémon caught in Pocket Monsters Crystal Version to Pocket Monsters Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon via Pokémon Bank.

Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/VCCR/

Pokémon Crystal Shines on Virtual Console

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The beloved Pokémon adventure arrives on Nintendo’s Virtual Console with modern-day enhancements.

Get ready to relive a classic Pokémon adventure as Pokémon Crystal makes its way to Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems on January 26, 2018. This is the definitive edition of the second generation of Pokémon titles (which also includes Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver), and fans will now be able to experience this journey through the Johto region with modern enhancements that make the game even better!

Pokémon devotees will certainly want to check out this game to experience the first appearance of innovations that continue to be a part of the series to this day, such as a female hero and a Battle Tower. Pokémon Gold, Pokémon Silver, and Pokémon Crystal also mark the debut of Dark- and Steel-type Pokémon, day/night cycles, and Pokémon Eggs.

As you're exploring, be sure to take advantage of updated features like wireless Pokémon battling and trading. Compatibility with Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank will be added after the game launches, so it will be easy to get any Legendary Pokémon you catch in Pokémon Crystal into your copies of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon.

Be sure to pick up your copy of Pokémon Crystal when it launches on Nintendo's Virtual Console on January 26, 2018!

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-crystal-shines-on-virtual-console/

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Crystal - Announcement Trailer - Nintendo 3DS


Dec 14 2017 Pokémon Hub
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A new officially licensed Pokémon merchandise store called the Pokémon Hub opens on December 15th, 2017 at 11am at the K11 shopping mall in Hong Kong.

The Pokémon Hub will feature displays of rare Pokémon TCG Sun and Moon series cards as part of the extensive card display and the latest Pokémon anime series on their multiple TV screens. The store will also feature gaming with Pokkén Tournament DX and Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon.

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Source: https://www.facebook.com/pg/pokemonhubhk/posts