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Images from the latest Corocoro have leaked online earlier today. A new game Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Magnagate and the Infinite Labyrinth (ポケモン不思議のダンジョン マグナゲートと∞迷宮) was revealed in the issue and will be released on the Nintendo 3DS in Japan later in 2012.
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The game is in full 3D unlike the previous games in the series. The player can choose either Pikachu, Mijumaru, Kibago, Tsutarja or Pokabu at the beginning of the game. There is also an Augmented Reality feature that allows players to scan in real life objects which are then converted into Magnagates in the game which unlocks new options in the game. More details about the game will be revealed in the upcoming months.
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The game is in full 3D unlike the previous games in the series. The player can choose either Pikachu, Mijumaru, Kibago, Tsutarja or Pokabu at the beginning of the game. There is also an Augmented Reality feature that allows players to scan in real life objects which are then converted into Magnagates in the game which unlocks new options in the game. More details about the game will be revealed in the upcoming months.
Sep 01 2012
Final Update for Pokédex 3D
The final update for Pokédex 3D was released online on the Nintendo eShop on August 31st, 2012. Below are the full details of what the update includes.
If you haven’t downloaded Pokédex 3D yet, time is running out! The free application will be available in the Nintendo eShop only until October 1, 2012. Once you get Pokédex 3D, you’ll need to update it to unlock all the features. After October 1st, the application will no longer be available in the Nintendo eShop, but it will remain on your Nintendo 3DS system until you choose to remove it. As long as it is already installed on your Nintendo 3DS system, you’ll still be able to receive Pokémon data via SpotPass until January 1, 2013.
Then, look forward to the launch of Pokédex 3D Pro, available for purchase on the Nintendo eShop beginning November 8th. Pokédex 3D Pro will feature over 640 Pokémon from the National Pokédex, and it includes a number of awesome new features!
Source: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/vg_pokedex3d_update-2012-08-24/
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Starting August 31st, be sure to update Pokédex 3D to unlock a number of features. This will immediately unlock the data of six Pokémon, including Reshiram and Zekrom, that you could previously get only by scanning Pokémon AR Markers. It will also make all other Pokémon data downloadable through SpotPass, including all form variations, which were previously available only by connecting with friends. To update Pokédex 3D, start the application and tap the Settings icon, then scroll down to the Update icon.If you haven’t downloaded Pokédex 3D yet, time is running out! The free application will be available in the Nintendo eShop only until October 1, 2012. Once you get Pokédex 3D, you’ll need to update it to unlock all the features. After October 1st, the application will no longer be available in the Nintendo eShop, but it will remain on your Nintendo 3DS system until you choose to remove it. As long as it is already installed on your Nintendo 3DS system, you’ll still be able to receive Pokémon data via SpotPass until January 1, 2013.
Then, look forward to the launch of Pokédex 3D Pro, available for purchase on the Nintendo eShop beginning November 8th. Pokédex 3D Pro will feature over 640 Pokémon from the National Pokédex, and it includes a number of awesome new features!
Source: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/vg_pokedex3d_update-2012-08-24/
Aug 21 2012
Plasma Genesect, All Star Cup 2012, Single Battle Strongest-class Pokémon event, Pikachu-themed 3DS
As previously reported, a Genesect WiFi event is taking place for the Japanese versions of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. The Japanese official Pokémon site has updated with information on this event. The details of the Genesect that is being distributed are as follows:
Genesect's Techno Blast attack changes type depending on the item that Genesect is holding. In total, it can have four different types, which are:
The special Drives that are needed to change Techno Blast's type can be obtained when players take Genesect to the P2 Lab. There, they will be challenged to a battle by a Team Plasma researcher and if they win, the researcher will give them two out of the four Drives. Pokémon Black 2 players will get the Burn and Shock Drives, while Pokémon White 2 players will get the Douse and Chill Drives.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/genosekuto/
A new WiFi tournament has been announced for the Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, called the All Star Cup 2012. This tournament will be held in September and lets players use any Pokémon from the Isshu dex, even legendary and mythical Pokémon that were excluded from previous competitions, such as Victini, Reshiram, Zekrom, Kyurem, Keldeo, Meloetta and Genesect.
Source: http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/#/information/417
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/08/120817_p01.html
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/08/120817_p02.html
| Pokémon | Info |
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Level: 50 |
| OT: Plasma (プラズマ) | |
| Poké ball: Cherish Ball | |
| Ribbon: Classic Ribbon | |
| Ability: Download | |
| Held Item: None | |
| Attack 1: Techno Blast | |
| Attack 2: Magnet Bomb | |
| Attack 3: SolarBeam | |
| Attack 4: Signal Beam |
Genesect's Techno Blast attack changes type depending on the item that Genesect is holding. In total, it can have four different types, which are:
- Fire Type (when Genesect is holding the Burn Drive)
- Electric Type (when Genesect is holding the Shock Drive)
- Water Type (when Genesect is holding the Douse Drive)
- Ice Type (when Genesect is holding the Chill Drive)
The special Drives that are needed to change Techno Blast's type can be obtained when players take Genesect to the P2 Lab. There, they will be challenged to a battle by a Team Plasma researcher and if they win, the researcher will give them two out of the four Drives. Pokémon Black 2 players will get the Burn and Shock Drives, while Pokémon White 2 players will get the Douse and Chill Drives.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/genosekuto/
All Star Cup 2012
A new WiFi tournament has been announced for the Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, called the All Star Cup 2012. This tournament will be held in September and lets players use any Pokémon from the Isshu dex, even legendary and mythical Pokémon that were excluded from previous competitions, such as Victini, Reshiram, Zekrom, Kyurem, Keldeo, Meloetta and Genesect.
Source: http://ja.pokemon-gl.com/#/information/417
Single Battle Strongest-class Pokémon event
Japanese players of Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 who visit a Pokémon Center from September 15th until October 28th will get the chance to obtain a random Pokémon out of several that are deemed to be the most powerful Pokémon in Single Battles. These will be selected based on the Pokémon that are used more frequently in Single Battles on the Pokémon Global Link. More information on this event will be revealed on the official site on September 15.Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/08/120817_p01.html
Pikachu-themed 3DS XL
A new Pokémon-inspired design for the newly-released 3DS XL has been announced for Japan. It's called Pikachu Yellow and follows the dual-color scheme like the rest of the 3DS XL designs, with the exterior being yellow and featuring a Dream World art Pikachu and the interior being white. It will go on sale in Pokémon Centers nationwide for 18,900 yen and only for people who have pre-ordered it. Pre-orders start on August 25th and reservations are to be executed on a first-come, first-served basis. It's only possible to pre-order one console per person and only while supplies last.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/08/120817_p02.html
Jul 04 2012
Pokédex 3D Pro Promotional Video
A new Pokédex 3D Pro promotional video was posted on the Official Japanese Pokémon website which showcases the upcoming update to the Nintendo 3DS title. The video confirms that all formes are in the game and it shows off the Pokémon Challenge mode where players can answer multiple choice questions. Pictures taken of the Pokémon in AR mode can also be saved to an SD Card. Pokédex 3D Pro will be released on the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop store on July 14th, 2012.
The Japanese version of Pokémon Black 2 White 2 were released on June 23rd, 2012. It was announced that pre-orders of the game topped a million copies for both games combined. As of June 17th, 2012, there was 1.16 million pre-orders for the games. This marks the first time that two consecutive series games on the Nintendo DS have had pre-order sales of over a million copies.
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Various activies were setup including a test area for AR Searcher which was also released on the same day for the Nintendo 3DS. The lines at the Tokyo Pokémon Center were long as expected.
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Source: http://www.4gamer.net/games/148/G014842/20120623007/
Launch Events
Game launch events were held all over Japan on Saturday, June 23rd, 2012 and Sunday, June 24th, 2012. Takao Unno and director Junichi Masuda from Game Freak were at the Kameari Ario shopping mall in Katsushika-ku, Tokyo. Takao Unno discussed the Fes missions with fans saying its great new element to the game. Junichi Masuda said the games take place 2 years after the events of the first Black and White games and that there is a new protagonist and a new story for players to enjoy. Both of them were also on Pokémon Smash 90 to promote the games which also aired on Sunday, June 24th, 2012.
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Various activies were setup including a test area for AR Searcher which was also released on the same day for the Nintendo 3DS. The lines at the Tokyo Pokémon Center were long as expected.
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Source: http://www.4gamer.net/games/148/G014842/20120623007/
Jun 22 2012
Nintendo Direct June 2012
The Nintendo Direct conferences for North America, Europe and Japan all aired today and revealed various information about the Nintendo 3DS and the Pokémon franchise. The Nintendo 3DS XL was announced and features bigger screens. The upper widescreen display is 4.88 inches while the lower screen is 4.18 inches. It will come with a 4GB memory card and will retail for $199.99USD. It will be released in North America on August 19th, 2012, in Europe and Japan on July 28th, 2012.
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Tornadus, Thundurus and Landorus new formes are called the Therian Forme while their standard forme is called the Incarnate Forme. The Japanese conference also announced that the first World WiFi Tournament for Black 2 and White 2 will start on June 29th, 2012. The people in the tournament are based upon trainers found in this year's World Championships from Japan.
Nintendo Europe announced that Learn with Pokémon Typing Adventure will be released in Europe in September and it includes the white Bluetooth keyboard. Below is the video from the European Nintendo Direct Conference announcing the new game.
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Tornadus, Thundurus and Landorus new formes are called the Therian Forme while their standard forme is called the Incarnate Forme. The Japanese conference also announced that the first World WiFi Tournament for Black 2 and White 2 will start on June 29th, 2012. The people in the tournament are based upon trainers found in this year's World Championships from Japan.
North American June 2012 Nintendo Direct - Pokémon Segment
Nintendo Europe announced that Learn with Pokémon Typing Adventure will be released in Europe in September and it includes the white Bluetooth keyboard. Below is the video from the European Nintendo Direct Conference announcing the new game.
European June 2012 Nintendo Direct - Learn with Pokémon Typing Adventure Segment
Jun 08 2012
Nintendo Pre-Paid Cards - Pokémon Versions
Nintendo has announced that they will be releasing Pokémon branded Nintendo Pre-Paid eShop cards in Japan. They come in two price ranges: 1000yen and 2000yen. The 1000yen card features Black Kyurem and White Kyurem on the card while the 2000yen card features Pikachu and monster balls. The 1000yen card will be released on June 23, 2012 and sold at Pokémon Centers and Toys R Us locations in Japan. The 2000yen card will be released on July 14, 2012. The pre-paid cards will allow players that cannot use a credit card to purchase the required eShop points online to be able to purchase the upcoming titles Pokémon AR Searcher (ポケモンARサーチャー) and Pokémon National Zukan Pro (ポケモン全国図鑑Pro) by unlocking the required eShop points using the pre-paid cards instead as the cards can be purchased at retailers without a credit card.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/06/120608_g01.html
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/06/120608_g01.html
Jun 01 2012
Pokémon 3D Zukan Update
A free update to the Japanese version of Pokédex 3D (Pokémon 3D Zukan BW ポケモン立体図鑑BW) has just been made available. The update allows players to download every single Pokémon normally via Spotpass, including all the Pokémon that previously needed their AR marker scanned before they could be downloaded, and all the Pokémon that had to be traded from other players. It also unlocks the Pokémon Victini, Cobalon, Terrakion, Virizion, Reshiram and Zekrom, which were previously unlocked by scanning their special AR markers. The update does not add any Pokémon from the previous generations or the new formes revealed for Black 2 White 2, however these will be available in Pokémon National Zukan Pro (ポケモン全国図鑑Pro), which will be released July 14th, 2012 for 1500 yen.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/3dzukanbw/touchbtn/
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/3dzukanbw/touchbtn/
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/
During the April 21st, 2012 Nintendo Direct broadcast, Nintendo President Satoru Iwata (岩田 聡) announced Pokémon AR Searcher (ポケモンARサーチャー) and Pokémon National Zukan Pro (ポケモン全国図鑑Pro) for the Nintendo 3DS.
Pokémon National Zukan Pro (ポケモン全国図鑑Pro) is an updated version of Pokémon 3D Zukan BW (ポケモン立体図鑑BW). The update will be released in Japan on July 14th, 2012 for 1500 yen. Black Kyurem & White Kyurem will also be featured in the updated version.
Pokémon AR Searcher (ポケモンARサーチャー) is a completely new application that will be available on the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop on June 23rd, 2012 for 300 yen. The application is an Augmented Reality game that utilizes the 3DS's camera to allow users to find Pokémon in their surroundings. The captured Pokémon can then be transferred to the new games Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Sources: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/04/120421_g01.html and http://www.nintendo.co.jp/n10/nintendo_direct/#120421_m0
Pokémon National Zukan Pro (ポケモン全国図鑑Pro) is an updated version of Pokémon 3D Zukan BW (ポケモン立体図鑑BW). The update will be released in Japan on July 14th, 2012 for 1500 yen. Black Kyurem & White Kyurem will also be featured in the updated version.
Pokémon AR Searcher (ポケモンARサーチャー) is a completely new application that will be available on the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop on June 23rd, 2012 for 300 yen. The application is an Augmented Reality game that utilizes the 3DS's camera to allow users to find Pokémon in their surroundings. The captured Pokémon can then be transferred to the new games Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Sources: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/04/120421_g01.html and http://www.nintendo.co.jp/n10/nintendo_direct/#120421_m0
