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On June 11th, 2013's Nintendo Direct, Satoru Iwata revealed that Pokémon X and Y has added a new Fairy-type (フェアリータイプ in Japanese) which is super effective against Dragon types. It was also revealed that Sylveon, Gardevoir, Jigglypuff and Marill are Fairy-type Pokémon. Sylveon can use the move Moonblast (ムーンフォース in Japanese), while Gardevoir can use the move Fairy Wind (ようせいのかぜ in Japanese). Pokémon X and Y will be released worldwide on October 12th, 2013.
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Two new Pokémon were also revealed: Vivillon (ビビヨン Vivillon in Japanese) and Noivern (オンバーン Onvern in Japanese). The Bug and Flying-type Pokémon Vivillon uses its wings to scatter its scales or create a strong wind to attack. Vivillon is said to have a secret hidden in the colorful decorative pattern on its wings.
Noivern is extremely combative toward anything that wanders too close to it. It flies through even the darkest nights using ultrasonic waves it emits from its ears. This Pokémon loves fruit, and feeding it fruit will keep it calm. Noivern can use the move Boomburst (ばくおんぱ in Japanese).
The more players interact with their Pokémon, the friendlier they will become. Friendly Pokémon may perform better in battle and maybe other good things will happen, too!
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Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziue9ePsnKM
The official Pokémon X and Y website also updated with more information. Below is the newly revealed information from the official website.
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Now, more than 10 years later, a new chapter in Pokémon battling history is about to unfold with the Fairy type! You've already met the first Fairy-type Pokémon...Sylveon!
There are also Pokémon from previous Pokémon games that will be reclassified as Fairy-type Pokémon. They may look the same, but the strategies you'll choose and the way you use these Pokémon in battle will be unlike ever before!
Source: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/whats_new/
Also confirmed today is that the newly discovered Pokémon Sylveon is in fact a brand-new type: a Fairy-type Pokémon. The first new type to be introduced in a Pokémon video game in over a decade, Fairy-type Pokémon like Sylveon and their Fairy-type moves will be super effective against Dragon-type Pokémon! Prior to Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, only Dragon-type and Ice-type moves were super effective against Dragon-type Pokémon. Fairy-type Pokémon will include not only newly discovered Pokémon like Sylveon, but also Pokémon from past titles like Gardevoir, Marill, and Jigglypuff, which will be reclassified as Fairy-type Pokémon in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. Fairy-type Pokémon, the 18th Pokémon type, will add a new dimension and strategy to battling in the new games.
More details about Sylveon, plus two never-before-seen Pokémon, have been revealed today:
· The Fairy-type Sylveon is an Intertwining Pokémon that can manipulate its ribbonlike feelers at will and can emit from them an aura that can calm people and other Pokémon. It often wraps these feelers around the arm of its Trainer as it walks behind him or her. Sylveon can learnMoonblast, a new Fairy-type move debuting in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. Moonblast calls on the power of the moon to attack an opposing Pokémon. This move can be very powerful and also lowers the opposing Pokémon’s Attack stat.
· The Sound Wave Pokémon Noivern is a Flying- and Dragon-type Pokémon that is extremely combative and will attack anything that wanders too close to it. Flying through the dark night with ease, Noivern uses the ultrasonic waves it emits from its ears to attack. These waves are so strong they can reduce large boulders to small pebbles. A new Normal-type move in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y that perfectly suits Noivern isBoomburst. This move emits an explosive sound wave that attacks all surrounding Pokémon with the resulting energy. But beware—Boomburst will also strike any nearby allies, so consider the situation and your team’s types before using it!
· Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will introduce the new Bug- and Flying-type Pokémon Vivillon. It’s said there’s a secret behind the colorful decorative pattern on Vivillon’s wings, which it uses to scatter its scales or create a strong wind to attack. Vivillon can learn Struggle Bug, a Bug-type move that lowers the Special Attack of any opposing Pokémon it hits, so the move not only causes damage but also reduces the damage inflicted on Vivillon from certain moves during battle.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will also allow players to interact with their Pokémon in a whole new way with Pokémon-Amie. Playing and interacting with Pokémon that are in your team by using the Nintendo 3DS system’s Touch Screen will build a stronger bond with them. Building this special bond with your Pokémon in Pokémon-Amie will only help players in their future battles.
Talonflame is an evolved form of the recently announced Fletchling, Talonflame is a Fire and Flying-type Pokémon that gains a whole new level of speed and firepower. It dives at foes, and then attacks with devastating kicks.
Clauncher is easily recognizable by the oversized claw on one of its arms. This useful claw can seize prey and shoot water at others as a projectile!
Disguised by its shape, Skrelp pretends to be a piece of seaweed. When prey gets too close, Skrelp bathes it in poison to keep it from struggling.
More Brand-New Pokémon Also Introduced at Nintendo’s Developer Roundtable at E3
BELLEVUE, WA—June 11, 2013—Junichi Masuda, Director at GAME FREAK inc., joined Tsunekazu Ishihara, President and CEO of The Pokémon Company, at Nintendo’s Developer Roundtable at E3 on Tuesday evening in Los Angeles to discuss Pokémon history and share new features debuting in the Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games when they launch worldwide October 12, 2013 exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS system. Mr. Masuda revealed a new communication feature debuting in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y—Player Search System or PSS. He also showcased two new battle scenarios players will come across when exploring the Kalos region—Horde Encounters and Sky Battles. These new ways to battle will require Pokémon Trainers to plan accordingly and build a Pokémon party that can withstand a multitude of Pokémon or take on flying Pokémon high in the sky.
The PSS allows players to connect, battle, and trade with other players nearby and around the world. The PSS makes it easy to find other people playing Pokémon X or Pokémon Y near you or even on the other side of the world. When the new communication feature is on, the PSS alerts players when someone nearby is playing Pokémon X or Pokémon Y and gives you the option to battle or trade with them wirelessly. Players with a wireless Internet connection can also connect with Pokémon X and Pokémon Y players anywhere in the world via the PSS, making it easy to battle or trade with others close by or thousands of miles away.
When Pokémon like Houndour, Axew, Tauros, and Miltank appear en masse in the wild in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, players will be facing a Horde Encounter. In past Pokémon titles, Pokémon battles have always involved the same number of Pokémon on both sides, like a regular one-on-one match or a Triple Battle. Horde Encounters take battling to a new, intense level that forces a player to battle against multiple wild Pokémon that attack all at once—with only a single Pokémon on the player’s side. Players will need to ensure their Pokémon has moves that can attack multiple Pokémon at once or they may quickly find themselves on the losing end of the battle.
Select Trainers you encounter in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will challenge players to Sky Battles—fierce battles that take the action high above ground. While players traverse the Kalos region, Trainers standing high on cliffs or in other distant places will want to battle, but players can only participate if they have certain Pokémon in their party that can fly. The Sky Battle is a visually stunning battle scenario and an exciting new addition to Pokémon video games.
Never-before-seen Pokémon made their debut at Nintendo’s Developer Roundtable at E3:
An evolved form of the recently announced Fletchling, Talonflame, is a Fire- and Flying-type Pokémon that gains a whole new level of speed and firepower. Reaching speeds of up to 310 mph when diving for its prey, Talonflame can attack its foes with devastating kicks while embers spew from its body as it zooms through the sky. Talonflame knows Brave Bird, one of the strongest Flying-type moves. Use Brave Bird carefully, though, because the incredible strength of this move also does damage to the user.
The Water Gun Pokémon Clauncher uses its one oversized claw not only to seize prey but also to shoot condensed water at others as a projectile. This capability is so intense that it can crack a boulder! A Water-type Pokémon, Clauncher can also use its giant claw to crush opponents with the powerful Water-type move Crabhammer, which is more likely to land a critical hit. Critical hits against opposing Pokémon will do twice the usual damage.
Some would say that the Poison- and Water-type Pokémon Skrelp appears to be nothing more than a rotting piece of kelp, but don’t let its appearance fool you. Using its unique look to its benefit, Skrelp pretends to be a piece of seaweed, and when prey wander past it, Skrelp bathes them in poison so they can’t struggle when it attacks. Skrelp uses the Poison-type move Sludge Bomb, a move that can leave opposing Pokémon poisoned. A poisoned Pokémon will slowly take damage over the length of a battle.
It was also revealed that Pokémon X and Pokémon Y are the first Pokémon titles that allow players the choice to play the game in one of seven languages: English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Korean, or Spanish.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will carry a suggested retail price of $39.99.
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Two new Pokémon were also revealed: Vivillon (ビビヨン Vivillon in Japanese) and Noivern (オンバーン Onvern in Japanese). The Bug and Flying-type Pokémon Vivillon uses its wings to scatter its scales or create a strong wind to attack. Vivillon is said to have a secret hidden in the colorful decorative pattern on its wings.
Noivern is extremely combative toward anything that wanders too close to it. It flies through even the darkest nights using ultrasonic waves it emits from its ears. This Pokémon loves fruit, and feeding it fruit will keep it calm. Noivern can use the move Boomburst (ばくおんぱ in Japanese).
| Vivillon | Noivern |
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| Bug/Flying | Flying/Dragon |
| Height: 3' 11" Weight: 37.5 lbs. |
Height: 1' 08" Weight 13.2 lbs. |
Pokémon-amie
A new feature called Pokémon-amie (ポケパルレ Poké-parler in Japanese) allows players to interact with their Pokémon. Players can pet them, feed them and make faces. Players can use Pokémon-Amie at any time to play with the Pokémon that are on their team. Players need to play with them over and over to learn their preferred way of being cared for. Treat them well to make them feel loved. Treat them badly and they may show their displeasure!The more players interact with their Pokémon, the friendlier they will become. Friendly Pokémon may perform better in battle and maybe other good things will happen, too!
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Pokémon X and Y - Trailer 2
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziue9ePsnKM
The official Pokémon X and Y website also updated with more information. Below is the newly revealed information from the official website.
The All-New Fairy Type!
When the very first Pokémon games launched, there were 15 Pokémon types. Then Dark and Steel types made their debut with the arrival of Pokémon Gold Version and Pokémon Silver Version.
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Now, more than 10 years later, a new chapter in Pokémon battling history is about to unfold with the Fairy type! You've already met the first Fairy-type Pokémon...Sylveon!
There are also Pokémon from previous Pokémon games that will be reclassified as Fairy-type Pokémon. They may look the same, but the strategies you'll choose and the way you use these Pokémon in battle will be unlike ever before!
Fairy Type Matchups
How Fairy-type Pokémon and moves will fit into the battle landscape has yet to be fully revealed. But it is known that Fairy-type moves are super effective against Dragon-type Pokémon! Until Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, Dragon-type Pokémon had only two weaknesses: Ice-type moves and Dragon-type moves. The new Fairy type changes the balance in a big way!Source: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/whats_new/
Press Release
BELLEVUE, WA—June 11, 2013—Kicking off exciting Pokémon activity at E3, the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles, The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo announced today that the Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games will launch worldwide on Saturday, October 12, 2013 exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS system. The simultaneous worldwide release of Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will allow new and veteran Pokémon fans around the globe the opportunity to battle and trade never-before-seen Pokémon and past favorites with each other immediately.Also confirmed today is that the newly discovered Pokémon Sylveon is in fact a brand-new type: a Fairy-type Pokémon. The first new type to be introduced in a Pokémon video game in over a decade, Fairy-type Pokémon like Sylveon and their Fairy-type moves will be super effective against Dragon-type Pokémon! Prior to Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, only Dragon-type and Ice-type moves were super effective against Dragon-type Pokémon. Fairy-type Pokémon will include not only newly discovered Pokémon like Sylveon, but also Pokémon from past titles like Gardevoir, Marill, and Jigglypuff, which will be reclassified as Fairy-type Pokémon in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. Fairy-type Pokémon, the 18th Pokémon type, will add a new dimension and strategy to battling in the new games.
More details about Sylveon, plus two never-before-seen Pokémon, have been revealed today:
· The Fairy-type Sylveon is an Intertwining Pokémon that can manipulate its ribbonlike feelers at will and can emit from them an aura that can calm people and other Pokémon. It often wraps these feelers around the arm of its Trainer as it walks behind him or her. Sylveon can learnMoonblast, a new Fairy-type move debuting in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. Moonblast calls on the power of the moon to attack an opposing Pokémon. This move can be very powerful and also lowers the opposing Pokémon’s Attack stat.
· The Sound Wave Pokémon Noivern is a Flying- and Dragon-type Pokémon that is extremely combative and will attack anything that wanders too close to it. Flying through the dark night with ease, Noivern uses the ultrasonic waves it emits from its ears to attack. These waves are so strong they can reduce large boulders to small pebbles. A new Normal-type move in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y that perfectly suits Noivern isBoomburst. This move emits an explosive sound wave that attacks all surrounding Pokémon with the resulting energy. But beware—Boomburst will also strike any nearby allies, so consider the situation and your team’s types before using it!
· Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will introduce the new Bug- and Flying-type Pokémon Vivillon. It’s said there’s a secret behind the colorful decorative pattern on Vivillon’s wings, which it uses to scatter its scales or create a strong wind to attack. Vivillon can learn Struggle Bug, a Bug-type move that lowers the Special Attack of any opposing Pokémon it hits, so the move not only causes damage but also reduces the damage inflicted on Vivillon from certain moves during battle.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will also allow players to interact with their Pokémon in a whole new way with Pokémon-Amie. Playing and interacting with Pokémon that are in your team by using the Nintendo 3DS system’s Touch Screen will build a stronger bond with them. Building this special bond with your Pokémon in Pokémon-Amie will only help players in their future battles.
Seven Languages in One!
Players of Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will be able to select from seven different languages at the beginning of the game. In previous games in the main Pokémon series, players were limited to using just one language. Now you can play in English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, or Italian! Once a player select a language, they won't be able to change languages again during gameplay.Connect across the World with Player Search System (PSS)!
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y introduces a new way to connect and play with other Trainers at any time with the new Player Search System (PSS), which allows players to find other people playing Pokémon X and Pokémon Y! Players connect to other players nearby or around the world through the Internet. You can even communicate with players you've never had any contact with before. Player just need to tap on the icon and trading and battling can be initiated.Horde Encounters
One of a players Pokémon must take on multiple foes at once now in the new Horde Encounters. Attacks that can hit multiple targets at once are important in battles like these now. Battles can be up to 5 on 1 now.Sky Battles
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y now has dedicated aerial battles between Pokémon! Only Pokémon that can fly are eligible for Sky Battles.E3 Roundtable
A special Nintendo Developer Roundtable for Pokémon X and Y took place on June 11th, 2013. Game Freak Director Junichi Masuda and The Pokémon Company International President Tsunekazu Ishihara were both in attendance. The event was live tweeted by the Official Pokémon Twitter account. One of the interesting tweets indicated there are over 800,000 Japanese characters in the game, which translates to 1.4 million words in English. Below are the new Pokémon that were revealed at this roundtable event.Talonflame is an evolved form of the recently announced Fletchling, Talonflame is a Fire and Flying-type Pokémon that gains a whole new level of speed and firepower. It dives at foes, and then attacks with devastating kicks.
Clauncher is easily recognizable by the oversized claw on one of its arms. This useful claw can seize prey and shoot water at others as a projectile!
Disguised by its shape, Skrelp pretends to be a piece of seaweed. When prey gets too close, Skrelp bathes it in poison to keep it from struggling.
| Clauncher | Skrelp | Talonflame |
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| Water | Poison/Water | Fire/Flying |
| Height: 1' 08" Weight: 18.3 lbs. |
Height: 1' 08" Weight 16.1 lbs. |
Height: 3' 11" Weight: 54.0 lbs. |
Nintendo’s Developer Roundtable at E3 - Press Release
POKÉMON VIDEO GAME DIRECTOR REVEALS NEW BATTLE SCENARIOS AND NEW WAYS TO CONNECT IN POKÉMON X AND POKÉMON YMore Brand-New Pokémon Also Introduced at Nintendo’s Developer Roundtable at E3
BELLEVUE, WA—June 11, 2013—Junichi Masuda, Director at GAME FREAK inc., joined Tsunekazu Ishihara, President and CEO of The Pokémon Company, at Nintendo’s Developer Roundtable at E3 on Tuesday evening in Los Angeles to discuss Pokémon history and share new features debuting in the Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games when they launch worldwide October 12, 2013 exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS system. Mr. Masuda revealed a new communication feature debuting in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y—Player Search System or PSS. He also showcased two new battle scenarios players will come across when exploring the Kalos region—Horde Encounters and Sky Battles. These new ways to battle will require Pokémon Trainers to plan accordingly and build a Pokémon party that can withstand a multitude of Pokémon or take on flying Pokémon high in the sky.
The PSS allows players to connect, battle, and trade with other players nearby and around the world. The PSS makes it easy to find other people playing Pokémon X or Pokémon Y near you or even on the other side of the world. When the new communication feature is on, the PSS alerts players when someone nearby is playing Pokémon X or Pokémon Y and gives you the option to battle or trade with them wirelessly. Players with a wireless Internet connection can also connect with Pokémon X and Pokémon Y players anywhere in the world via the PSS, making it easy to battle or trade with others close by or thousands of miles away.
When Pokémon like Houndour, Axew, Tauros, and Miltank appear en masse in the wild in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, players will be facing a Horde Encounter. In past Pokémon titles, Pokémon battles have always involved the same number of Pokémon on both sides, like a regular one-on-one match or a Triple Battle. Horde Encounters take battling to a new, intense level that forces a player to battle against multiple wild Pokémon that attack all at once—with only a single Pokémon on the player’s side. Players will need to ensure their Pokémon has moves that can attack multiple Pokémon at once or they may quickly find themselves on the losing end of the battle.
Select Trainers you encounter in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will challenge players to Sky Battles—fierce battles that take the action high above ground. While players traverse the Kalos region, Trainers standing high on cliffs or in other distant places will want to battle, but players can only participate if they have certain Pokémon in their party that can fly. The Sky Battle is a visually stunning battle scenario and an exciting new addition to Pokémon video games.
Never-before-seen Pokémon made their debut at Nintendo’s Developer Roundtable at E3:
An evolved form of the recently announced Fletchling, Talonflame, is a Fire- and Flying-type Pokémon that gains a whole new level of speed and firepower. Reaching speeds of up to 310 mph when diving for its prey, Talonflame can attack its foes with devastating kicks while embers spew from its body as it zooms through the sky. Talonflame knows Brave Bird, one of the strongest Flying-type moves. Use Brave Bird carefully, though, because the incredible strength of this move also does damage to the user.
The Water Gun Pokémon Clauncher uses its one oversized claw not only to seize prey but also to shoot condensed water at others as a projectile. This capability is so intense that it can crack a boulder! A Water-type Pokémon, Clauncher can also use its giant claw to crush opponents with the powerful Water-type move Crabhammer, which is more likely to land a critical hit. Critical hits against opposing Pokémon will do twice the usual damage.
Some would say that the Poison- and Water-type Pokémon Skrelp appears to be nothing more than a rotting piece of kelp, but don’t let its appearance fool you. Using its unique look to its benefit, Skrelp pretends to be a piece of seaweed, and when prey wander past it, Skrelp bathes them in poison so they can’t struggle when it attacks. Skrelp uses the Poison-type move Sludge Bomb, a move that can leave opposing Pokémon poisoned. A poisoned Pokémon will slowly take damage over the length of a battle.
It was also revealed that Pokémon X and Pokémon Y are the first Pokémon titles that allow players the choice to play the game in one of seven languages: English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Korean, or Spanish.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will carry a suggested retail price of $39.99.
July Corocoro 2013
Images from the latest Corocoro magazine are also available which announced a lot more details about Pokémon X and Pokémon Y.
- Sana (サナ) - The character that follows the player in the forest early in the trailer
- Pansy (パンジー) - Will appear in the anime with a Gogoat and Helioptile on July 18th, 2013
- Viola (Biora ビオラ) is the first Gym Leader in Hakudan City (ハクダンシティ)
- Vivillon's pre-evolutions have been revealed as Kofukimushi (コフキムシ) and Kofuurai (コフーライ)
- Shishiko (シシコ) is a Lion Cub Pokémon. It is a Fire/Normal-type and can learn the move Battle Cry (おたけび). It is 0.6m in height and weighs 13.5kg.
- Furabebe (フラベベ) is the Lone Flower Pokémon. It is a Fairy-type and knows the move Fairy Wind (ようせいのかぜ). It is 0.1m in height and weighs 0.1kg.
- The starting town is called Asame Town (アサメタウン). Sana, Tieruno (チエルノ) and Toroba (トロバ) are all starting out at the same time.
The product sheet for the upcoming Pokémon TCG expansion set - Black and White - Plasma Blast has revealed that the set will be released in stores in the United States on August 14th, 2013. Below is the revealed information.
Unbroken, Unbowed, Undefeated - Unova Blasts Back! Challenges ring out, Pokémon duel, and the battle for Unova enters the next chapter in the Pokémon TCG: Black & White - Plasma Blast expansion! With Virizion EX by your side, you must lead the counterattack against the failing forces of Team Plasma as they mount their last stand behind the twinned might of Team Plasma Dialga EX and Palkia EX! Victory is within your grasp, when suddenly you face your greatest test...the mighty and mysterious Genesect EX takes the battlefield, supported by devastating ACE SPEC cards that give it additional attacks! Trainers, it’s time to break the ice!
- 4 powerful brand-new ACE SPEC Trainer cards!
- 11 new Pokémon EX including 5 full-card art Pokémon!
- Awesome all-new Team Plasma cards!
- Over 100 cards in all!
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity is now available for purchase in the United Kingdom and Europe. Below is the press release.
All new to this Mystery Dungeon title is the Magnagate feature, which introduces a new way to discover amazing locations wherever you go. Magnagates are gates into dungeons that you'll find everywhere you look in the real world. Activate the "Discover a Magnagate!" function and point the Nintendo 3DS camera at any round object, and you might locate an entrance to a Mystery Dungeon. And in multiplayer mode, you can join up with people nearby who are also playing Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity to explore and battle through dungeons together.
To supplement the main adventure, additional dungeons are available for purchase as downloadable content. Until June 20th, the first of these dungeons, Poké Forest, will be available for free. Once you've acquired downloadable content, tap the DLC button on the main menu or visit the DLC Guide in Post Town to play these new dungeons.*
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity launched across Europe on May 17th. Available at retailers, and also for download at the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.
*To download these dungeons, you'll need a Nintendo 3DS system that is connected to the Internet and a sufficient balance on your Nintendo eShop account. Your Nintendo eShop balance can be charged using a credit card or a Nintendo 3DS Prepaid Card. This downloadable content is optional-you don't need any additional content to complete your game.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity Available Today in Stores and to Download from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS!
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwired - May 22, 2013) - Launching across Europe today, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity for the Nintendo 3DS system is unlike other Pokémon games in many ways. You enter an amazing world populated only by Pokémon, where Pokémon speak, build towns, and go on incredible adventures. You play as a Pokémon, and most of your time will be spent in vast dungeons full of Pokémon! You will encounter many dangerous Pokémon, but there are many rewards to find and friends to make for dedicated explorers. Each dungeon is randomly created every time you enter, meaning you'll never take a trip through the same map twice!All new to this Mystery Dungeon title is the Magnagate feature, which introduces a new way to discover amazing locations wherever you go. Magnagates are gates into dungeons that you'll find everywhere you look in the real world. Activate the "Discover a Magnagate!" function and point the Nintendo 3DS camera at any round object, and you might locate an entrance to a Mystery Dungeon. And in multiplayer mode, you can join up with people nearby who are also playing Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity to explore and battle through dungeons together.
To supplement the main adventure, additional dungeons are available for purchase as downloadable content. Until June 20th, the first of these dungeons, Poké Forest, will be available for free. Once you've acquired downloadable content, tap the DLC button on the main menu or visit the DLC Guide in Post Town to play these new dungeons.*
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity launched across Europe on May 17th. Available at retailers, and also for download at the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.
*To download these dungeons, you'll need a Nintendo 3DS system that is connected to the Internet and a sufficient balance on your Nintendo eShop account. Your Nintendo eShop balance can be charged using a credit card or a Nintendo 3DS Prepaid Card. This downloadable content is optional-you don't need any additional content to complete your game.
VIZ Kids has announced that the popular manga series Pokémon Black and White, Pokémon Adventures Diamond and Pearl/Platinum and Pokémon Adventures: HeartGold and SoulSilver will launch in the British and Irish Markets.
Several POKÉMON manga series are scheduled for release under the company's VIZ Kids imprint and kicks off with the U.K. debut of POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE, now available. The series is rated ‘A’ for All Ages and will carry an RRP of £3.99. Viz Media plans to follow this title with the debut of POKÉMON ADVENTURES: DIAMOND AND PEARL/PLATINUM on June 6th and will launch the POKÉMON ADVENTURES: HEARTGOLD AND SOULSILVER series later this Autumn.
POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE introduces readers to Pokémon Trainers Black and White! His entire life, Trainer Black has dreamed of winning the Pokémon League! Now he embarks on a journey to explore the Unova region and fill a Pokédex for Professor Juniper. Trainer White runs a thriving talent agency for performing Pokémon. She dreams of making her Tepig, Gigi, into a star! Together, Black and White continue on their journey...What surprising new Pokémon – and people – will they meet next?!
The POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE manga series was written by Hidenori Kusaka, with artwork by Satoshi Yamamoto, and was inspired by the Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version video games. Pokémon is one of the most successful video game franchises of all time, having sold more than 236 million games worldwide to date.
“POKÉMON is a property that is universally loved by millions of readers of all ages around the world, and the forthcoming U.K. and Ireland launch of popular story arcs like POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE, POKÉMON ADVENTURES: DIAMOND AND PEARL/PLATINUM, and POKÉMON ADVENTURES: HEARTGOLD AND SOULSILVER will bring the fun and exciting adventures of Pokémon manga to an awaiting audience in Britain and Ireland,” says Kevin Hamric, Viz Media Director of Publishing, Sales and Marketing. “Viz Media is committed to bringing more manga titles to the U.K. and Irish markets, and we look forward to announcing additional new releases in the very near future!”
Press Release
San Francisco, CA, May 20, 2013 – Viz Media, LLC (Viz Media) brings the fun and adventure of the popular POKÉMON manga (graphic novel) franchise to the United Kingdom and Ireland for the first time. Simon & Schuster U.K. is the official distributor of Viz Media titles in the United Kingdom and Ireland.Several POKÉMON manga series are scheduled for release under the company's VIZ Kids imprint and kicks off with the U.K. debut of POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE, now available. The series is rated ‘A’ for All Ages and will carry an RRP of £3.99. Viz Media plans to follow this title with the debut of POKÉMON ADVENTURES: DIAMOND AND PEARL/PLATINUM on June 6th and will launch the POKÉMON ADVENTURES: HEARTGOLD AND SOULSILVER series later this Autumn.
POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE introduces readers to Pokémon Trainers Black and White! His entire life, Trainer Black has dreamed of winning the Pokémon League! Now he embarks on a journey to explore the Unova region and fill a Pokédex for Professor Juniper. Trainer White runs a thriving talent agency for performing Pokémon. She dreams of making her Tepig, Gigi, into a star! Together, Black and White continue on their journey...What surprising new Pokémon – and people – will they meet next?!
The POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE manga series was written by Hidenori Kusaka, with artwork by Satoshi Yamamoto, and was inspired by the Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version video games. Pokémon is one of the most successful video game franchises of all time, having sold more than 236 million games worldwide to date.
“POKÉMON is a property that is universally loved by millions of readers of all ages around the world, and the forthcoming U.K. and Ireland launch of popular story arcs like POKÉMON BLACK AND WHITE, POKÉMON ADVENTURES: DIAMOND AND PEARL/PLATINUM, and POKÉMON ADVENTURES: HEARTGOLD AND SOULSILVER will bring the fun and exciting adventures of Pokémon manga to an awaiting audience in Britain and Ireland,” says Kevin Hamric, Viz Media Director of Publishing, Sales and Marketing. “Viz Media is committed to bringing more manga titles to the U.K. and Irish markets, and we look forward to announcing additional new releases in the very near future!”
The official Pokémon website has posted a lot of new information about the upcoming games Pokémon X and Y. Below are the details and the press release.
While exploring the Kalos region, Trainers will encounter many new Pokémon that they can battle, catch, and add to their Pokédex. A Trainer is only as good as the Pokémon he or she befriends. Seven new Pokémon debuting in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y were introduced earlier this year—and today, four additional Pokémon are being revealed for the first time. These Pokémon add to the more than 640 Pokémon that have been encountered in previous games.
The cowardly Pokémon Helioptile, a Normal- and Electric-type Pokémon, can generate enough electricity through sunbathing to power machinery. But wise Trainers won’t be deterred by Helioptile’s lack of bravery. It knows Parabolic Charge, a brand-new move where Helioptile attacks everything around it. Helioptile's HP is restored by half the damage taken by those hit.
Fletchling, a Normal- and Flying-type Pokémon, sings with a beautiful chirp that is sure to delight any Trainer. Although it is known to be very friendly, Fletchling will suddenly unleash relentless attacks once it’s in battle. For example, when it uses its Fire-type move Flame Charge in battle, in addition to doing damage, Fletchling’s Speed increases every time.
With a leaf always in its mouth and an intimidating glare that is rarely effective, Fighting-type Pokémon Pancham shows its playful side when it lets out a little smile when its head is pat. Pancham can learn a brand-new move, Parting Shot, which not only lowers an opponent’s Attack and Special Attack, but also allows Pancham to switch out for another Pokémon in a Trainer’s party during battle.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y introduce a new method of transportation—riding the brand-new Pokémon, Gogoat. This large Grass-type Pokémon is a reliable way to travel certain parts of Lumiose City. In battle, it can use Horn Leech to recover HP equal to half the damage dealt by this move.
These brand-new Pokémon and others caught in the Kalos region will be added to a player’s Pokédex that, for the first time, will be divided into three unique areas within the region. There is much to explore in the Kalos region, and many Pokémon to encounter when Pokémon X and Pokémon Y debut worldwide this October. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months!
Sources: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/story/ and http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=38836
| Helioptile | Fletchling | Pancham | Gogoat |
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| Normal/Electric Type | Normal/Flying Type | Fighting Type | Grass Type |
| Spanish: Helioptile Italian: Helioptile French: Galvaran German: Eguana Japanese: エリキテル |
Spanish: Fletchling Italian: Fletchling French: Passerouge German: Dartiri Japanese: ヤヤコマ |
Spanish: Pancham Italian: Pancham French: Pandespiègle German: Pam-Pam Japanese: ヤンチャム |
Spanish: Gogoat Italian: Gogoat French: Chevroum German: Chevrumm Japanese: ゴーゴート |
The Kalos Region
Your adventure in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y takes place in the Kalos region, home to beautiful skies and forests! The Kalos region is full of interesting places to visit and explore! The mysterious Kalos region is shaped intriguingly like a star.
Lumiose City
The central city of the Kalos region is Lumiose City, a thriving metropolis filled with customers checking out its variety of shops. Many roads extend from the iconic tower at the city's center.
Characters
Humans and Pokémon peacefully coexist in the world of Pokémon. In addition to playing as a human hero, you'll meet many other folks. Some of them will help you on adventure, while many others will stand in your way!Hero and Heroine
Before your adventure begins, you will first select whether you want to play as a male or female hero. Your adventure will be largely the same no matter what your choice.
Box Art
Trailer Video
THE KALOS REGION AND MORE NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN POKÉMON FROM POKÉMON X AND POKÉMON Y INTRODUCED
Four Brand-New Pokémon, the New Region, and Official Package Art Revealed for the First Time - BELLEVUE, Wash.—May 14, 2013—When Pokémon fans begin their thrilling 3D adventure in Pokémon X or Pokémon Y this October, they will be transported into an entirely new region called Kalos. A mysterious place that is shaped like a star, Kalos is a region where players will encounter beautiful forests, thriving cities, and many never-before-seen Pokémon. The central city of this breathtaking region is Lumiose City, a metropolis featuring a tower that is set to become an iconic structure in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y.While exploring the Kalos region, Trainers will encounter many new Pokémon that they can battle, catch, and add to their Pokédex. A Trainer is only as good as the Pokémon he or she befriends. Seven new Pokémon debuting in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y were introduced earlier this year—and today, four additional Pokémon are being revealed for the first time. These Pokémon add to the more than 640 Pokémon that have been encountered in previous games.
The cowardly Pokémon Helioptile, a Normal- and Electric-type Pokémon, can generate enough electricity through sunbathing to power machinery. But wise Trainers won’t be deterred by Helioptile’s lack of bravery. It knows Parabolic Charge, a brand-new move where Helioptile attacks everything around it. Helioptile's HP is restored by half the damage taken by those hit.
Fletchling, a Normal- and Flying-type Pokémon, sings with a beautiful chirp that is sure to delight any Trainer. Although it is known to be very friendly, Fletchling will suddenly unleash relentless attacks once it’s in battle. For example, when it uses its Fire-type move Flame Charge in battle, in addition to doing damage, Fletchling’s Speed increases every time.
With a leaf always in its mouth and an intimidating glare that is rarely effective, Fighting-type Pokémon Pancham shows its playful side when it lets out a little smile when its head is pat. Pancham can learn a brand-new move, Parting Shot, which not only lowers an opponent’s Attack and Special Attack, but also allows Pancham to switch out for another Pokémon in a Trainer’s party during battle.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y introduce a new method of transportation—riding the brand-new Pokémon, Gogoat. This large Grass-type Pokémon is a reliable way to travel certain parts of Lumiose City. In battle, it can use Horn Leech to recover HP equal to half the damage dealt by this move.
These brand-new Pokémon and others caught in the Kalos region will be added to a player’s Pokédex that, for the first time, will be divided into three unique areas within the region. There is much to explore in the Kalos region, and many Pokémon to encounter when Pokémon X and Pokémon Y debut worldwide this October. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months!
Sources: http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/story/ and http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=38836
To celebrate the Pokémon Global Link Japan Cup 2013 (ジャパンカップ2013), all those that registered and participated in the tournament could get the Black Kyurem or White Kyurem skins as a gift. Dates Available for Japan: April 26th, 2013 at 13:00 until June 11th, 2013 at 16:00. Our C-Gear page for B2W2 has been updated with the latest information.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/04/130418_g01.html
The PokéForest DLC will be available for free on launch day, May 17th, 2013 in Europe. It will be free until June 21st, 2013, after it will cost €1.50.
Our DLC page has been updated with the latest information.
Some notable sales numbers achieved by Nintendo in March include:
- Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity sold more than 145,000 combined physical and digital units for the month.
- Total sales of Nintendo 3DS software at retail increased by more than 50 percent over March 2012.
Data regarding physical sales of games in March are from the NPD Group. Data regarding digital downloads of games and combined physical/digital life-to-date numbers are from Nintendo's internal sales figures. All numbers are specific to the United States only.
Source: http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=38468
Our Pokémon Scramble U Figure Promo page been updated with the latest information and will be updated as further information is revealed.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/04/130418_s01.html
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/04/130418_g01.html
DLC for Mystery Dungeon
The next batch of DLC levels for Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Magnagate and the Infinite Labyrinths are now available for purchase in North America. Axe Road and Mount Tepig cost $2 each. Treat Road costs $2.50 while Strongest Trail costs $3.00. The PokéForest DLC will be available for free on launch day, May 17th, 2013 in Europe. It will be free until June 21st, 2013, after it will cost €1.50.
Our DLC page has been updated with the latest information.
MORE THAN 20 MILLION PHYSICAL COPIES OF NINTENDO 3DS GAMES HAVE BEEN SOLD IN THE U.S.
Fueled by strong starts for Luigi's Mansion™: Dark Moon and Pokémon™ Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity, and the continued strength of Fire Emblem Awakening, Nintendo 3DS™ crossed 20 million total units of software sold at retail in the United States, according to the NPD Group.Some notable sales numbers achieved by Nintendo in March include:
- Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity sold more than 145,000 combined physical and digital units for the month.
- Total sales of Nintendo 3DS software at retail increased by more than 50 percent over March 2012.
Data regarding physical sales of games in March are from the NPD Group. Data regarding digital downloads of games and combined physical/digital life-to-date numbers are from Nintendo's internal sales figures. All numbers are specific to the United States only.
Source: http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=38468
Director Lucario Pokémon Scramble U NPC Promo Figure
A special campaign for Pokémon Scramble U (ポケモンスクランブル Ｕ) featuring a Director Lucario (ルカリオ部長) NPC promo figure was revealed by the official Japanese Pokémon website. Further details of the promo will be revealed during Pokémon Smash #133 which will air on April 28th, 2013.Our Pokémon Scramble U Figure Promo page been updated with the latest information and will be updated as further information is revealed.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/04/130418_s01.html
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