Two smartphone rings featuring Piplup and the Galaxy Gang "G" logo mark have been added to the My Nintendo Store. They were previously available only on the Japanese My Nintendo Store. Also, a November Calendar featuring Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl's Grand Underground is also available for 50 Platinum points.

Upcoming Pokémon theme rewards

We are bringing two Pokémon theme rewards! Get a grip on your phone with the stylish ring, inspired by adorable Piplup and the logo of Team Galactic. You can use it to hold your phone, or rotate the ring so you can use it as a kickstand. These Pokémon Piplup and Team Galactic - Phone Ring Holder rewards are coming soon.

November Calendar: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl - Grand Underground

Get ready for the big adventure next month! The Underground from Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl games has been powered up for these games, and is now called the Grand Underground. Visit the official site to learn more! You can redeem your My Nintendo Platinum Points for this November calendar inspired by the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl games. The wallpaper can be downloaded in twelve different resolutions.

Platinum Points: 50 (Note: On December 6th, 2021, My Nintendo made this wallpaper available for 0 Platinum Points)
Available sizes:
Landscape format:
3840x2160・ 2560x1440・1920x1080・1366x768・1280x1024
Portrait format:
1440x2560・1242x2208・1125x2436・1080x1920・750x1334・720x1280・640x1136

Source: https://my.nintendo.com/news/04f68637ae32972b

MaxGames in Japan will release Nintendo Switch accessories on November 19th, 2021 to coincide with the release of the latest title in the Pokémon series, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl. The products are officially licensed by Nintendo Japan. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Nintendo Switch/Switch Lite Smart Port EVA - Pokémon of the Sinnoh Region

The leather-like surface has a simple engraving that resembles a monster ball. On the inside, however, the silhouettes of Dialga, Palkia, and other Pokémon from the Sinnoh region, that appear in the latest Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl games, are printed all over.

This chic and cool pouch is a must-have for anyone with a fondness for Pokémon Diamond and Pearl.

Product Details (Regular Switch Version):

Suggested retail price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
Product size: Main unit: approx. W130 x D45 x H265mm
Package: approx. W145×D50×H303mm
Product Material: Body: PU, EVA, Polyester
Zipper: Zinc Alloy / Nylon
Set includes: Smart Pouch EVA x 1
Release date: November 19th, 2021 (scheduled)
Product Number/JAN: HACP-09SIP/4969123261070

Product Details (Lite Version):

Suggested retail price: 3,080 yen (tax included)
Product size: Main unit: approx. W120 x D45 x H235mm
Package: approx. W130 x D50 x H285mm
Product Material: Body: PU, EVA, Polyester
Zipper: Zinc Alloy / Nylon
Set includes: Smart Pouch EVA x 1
Release Date: November 19, 2021 (scheduled)
Product Number/JAN: HROP-05SIP/4969123261094

Nintendo Switch Card Case Card Pocket 24 Dialga/Palkia

This card case has Dialga and Palkia on the front and they are the Pokémon that appear in the latest Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl games. The book-style card case holds up to 24 game cards, six on each side with four sides total. Its compact size makes it easy to carry around.

Product Details:

Suggested retail price: 1,430 yen (tax included)
Product size: Main unit: approx. W92 x D26 x H85mm
Package: approx. W120 x D33 x H165mm
Product material: Body: PP, PET
Contents: Card pocket 24 x 1
Release date: November 19, 2021 (scheduled)
Model number/JAN: HACF-02DIPA/4969123261087

Sources: https://www.maxgames.co.jp/?cat=20, https://www.maxgames.co.jp/?p=8712, https://www.maxgames.co.jp/?p=8682, https://www.maxgames.co.jp/?p=8682

Two smartphone rings featuring Pochama and the Galaxy Gang "G" logo mark have been added to the Japanese My Nintendo Store. Both items cost 500 Platinum points each. A separate shipping and packing fee of 550 yen (tax included) is required. If the total amount of items ordered together (excluding download software) is 5500 yen (tax included) or more, the shipping fee for this item will be free. Up to 3 Platinum Point Exchange Goods can be ordered per order. High resolution images of these items have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Source: https://store-jp.nintendo.com/feature_PP_210819.html

Nintendo announced their Financial Results Explanatory Material 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year Ending March 2022 on August 5th, 2021 and the report indicated that software sales released during this fiscal year got off to a strong start with New Pokémon Snap selling 2.07 million units outside of Japan.

Consolidated Operating Results

During the first quarter (April through June 2021) of this fiscal year, sales got off to a strong start for Nintendo Switch, with sales volume of New Pokémon Snap, released in April, reaching 2.07 million units.

For Nintendo Switch, upcoming releases include The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (July), WarioWare: Get It Together! (September), Metroid Dread (October), Mario Party Superstars (October), and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl (November).

Top Selling Titles Sales Units - As of June 30, 2021

Pokémon Sword/Pokémon Shield - 21.85 million pcs.
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! / Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! - 13.57 million pcs.
New Pokémon Snap - 2.07 million million pcs. (Excluding Japan)
Sources: https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/finance/software/index.html

Nintendo has finally announced a long rumoured new Nintendo Switch (OLED model) which brings the versatility of the Nintendo Switch experience with a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen, a wide adjustable stand, and more. The Nintendo Switch (OLED model) releases on October 8th, 2021 for an MSRP of $349.99 USD. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Press Release - Nintendo Switch (OLED model)

Nintendo Switch (OLED model) has a similar overall size to the Nintendo Switch system, but with a larger, vibrant 7-inch OLED screen with vivid colors and crisp contrast. Nintendo Switch (OLED model) also features a wide adjustable stand for tabletop mode, a new dock with a wired LAN port, 64GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio for handheld and tabletop play. Just like Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch (OLED model) allows players to play on the TV and share the detachable Joy-Con controllers for right-out-of-the-box multiplayer fun. And just like both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite, with Nintendo Switch (OLED model), the system can be taken on the go to enjoy its play-anywhere versatility. A carrying case and screen protector set for Nintendo Switch (OLED model) will also be available.


Nintendo Switch (OLED model) launches on Oct. 8, the same day as the Metroid Dread game, the next entry in the 2D Metroid saga that kicked off with the original Metroid on NES. With the vibrant OLED screen and enhanced audio, embarking on the latest adventure of intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran in Metroid Dread while playing in handheld or tabletop mode will feel even more immersive.


“The new Nintendo Switch (OLED model) is a great option for players who want to experience the new vibrant screen when playing in handheld and tabletop mode,” said Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser. “With the addition of this new model to the Nintendo Switch family of systems, people have an additional choice of a system that best fits the gaming experience they desire – whether it’s Nintendo Switch (OLED model), Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch Lite.”

Nintendo Switch (OLED model) will let players experience enhancements in all three play modes:


TV mode: Set the Nintendo Switch (OLED model) system into the dock to play Nintendo Switch games on the TV. By using the built-in wired LAN port, players can enjoy another way to connect online in TV mode.

Tabletop mode: Flip the stand on the back of the system and use the system’s screen to play multiplayer games using two Joy-Con controllers right out of the box. A wide adjustable stand makes for a solid and sturdy foundation. It allows players to freely tilt the system and adjust the viewing angle, so it makes it easier to see the screen.

Handheld mode: Players can bring the system wherever they go in handheld mode and play local* or online** multiplayer with friends. The system’s 7-inch OLED screen provides vivid color and crisp contrast.

When the system launches, it will come in two color options:


Nintendo Switch (OLED model) white set, which features white Joy-Con controllers, a black main unit and a white dock.
Nintendo Switch (OLED model) neon red/neon blue set, which features neon red and neon blue Joy-Con controllers, a black main unit and a black dock.

All previously released Joy-Con for Nintendo Switch are compatible with this new model. Additionally, Nintendo Switch (OLED model) is compatible with the full library of Nintendo Switch games.***

Nintendo Switch (OLED model) - Technical Specs

Size: 4 inches high, 9.5 inches long, and 0.55 inches deep (with Joy-Con attached)
*The depth from the tip of the analog sticks to the tip of the ZL/ZR buttons is 1.12 inches
Weight: Approximately .71 lbs (Approximately .93 lbs with Joy-Con controllers attached)
Screen: Multi-touch capacitive touch screen / 7.0 inch OLED screen / 1280x720
CPU/GPU: NVIDIA Custom Tegra processor
Storage: 64 GB - Users can easily expand storage space using microSDHC or microSDXC cards up to 2TB (sold separately).
Wireless: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant) / Bluetooth 4.1
Video output: Up to 1080p via HDMI in TV mode. Up to 720p via built-in screen in Tabletop mode and Handheld modes
Audio output: Compatible with 5.1ch Linear PCM output. Output via HDMI connector in TV mode
Speakers: Stereo
Buttons: Power button / Volume button
USB connector: USB Type-C - Used for charging or for connecting to the Nintendo Switch dock.
Headphone/mic jack: 3.5mm 4-pole stereo (CTIA standard)
Game card slot: Nintendo Switch game cards
microSD card slot: Compatible with microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC memory cards *Once the microSDXC card is inserted, a system update will be necessary. An internet connection is required to perform this system update.
Sensor: Accelerometer, gyroscope, and brightness sensor
Operating environment: 41-95 degrees F / 20-80% humidity
Internal battery: Lithium-ion battery / 4310mAh
Battery life: Approximately 4.5 - 9 hours.
The battery life will depend on the games you play. For instance, the battery will last approximately 5.5 hours for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Charging time: Approximately 3 hours. *When charging while the hardware is in sleep mode

Source: https://www.nintendo.com/switch/oled-model/

YouTube Clip - Nintendo Switch (OLED model) - Announcement Trailer

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mHq6Y7JSmg

The release dates for Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl and Pokémon LEGENDS Arceus, the latest titles in the Pokémon series, have been announced by The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo. Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl will launch on November 19th, 2021, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus will launch on January 28th, 2022. Images from the press release for Pokémon HOME have been added to an Imageboard thread.


A Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl Double Pack (『ポケットモンスター ブリリアントダイヤモンド・シャイニングパール』ダブルパック) will be released in Japan and pre-orders are scheduled for late August, 2021 with a suggested retail price of 13,156 yen (tax included).

The double pack was also announced outside of Japan but only basic details including the price, which is $119.99USD plus tax, were announced.

A double pack containing the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl games are available for purchase as a packaged version or as a digital downloadable version. The packaged version includes 1 physical Pokémon Brilliant Diamond game and 1 physical Pokémon Shining Pearl game while the downloadable version includes digital versions of both the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond game and the Pokémon Shining Pearl game.

DATES REVEALED FOR POKÉMON LEGENDS: ARCEUS, POKÉMON BRILLIANT DIAMOND, AND POKÉMON SHINING PEARL

Today, The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo announced new details for the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Pokémon Shining Pearl, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus games, as well as new feature updates for Pokémon HOME. Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl will launch on November 19, 2021, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus will launch on January 28, 2022. All three games will be available exclusively on Nintendo Switch systems.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl are faithful remakes of Pokémon Diamond Version and Pokémon Pearl Version, which were released on the Nintendo DS system in 2006. Whether or not players have explored the Sinnoh region before, they can look forward to this great adventure, reborn on Nintendo Switch. The original story has been faithfully reproduced, and various game functions have been colorfully revitalized. Trainers can expect an adventure through the Sinnoh region that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

The Pokémon featured in the newly released package designs of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl are the Legendary Pokémon Dialga and Palkia. Trainers will be able to discover the mysterious connection between Dialga or Palkia and the Sinnoh region during their adventures.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus

In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the Pokémon series takes a bold new direction, fusing action with RPG elements. The game takes place in the Sinnoh region of the past, long before the events of Pokémon Diamond Version and Pokémon Pearl Version. As the game’s protagonist, the player will set out to create and complete the region’s first Pokédex by catching, surveying, and researching the wild Pokémon that live there.​



The cover art, revealed here for the first time, depicts Mount Coronet towering over the expanse of a bygone Sinnoh region—the setting for the story in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.

Pokémon HOME

In a new update, users will be introduced to the Catch Calendar. This feature enables users to view their Pokémon arranged by the dates on which they caught them. Trainers can use this feature to relive memories from their adventures—such as the day they first caught a certain Pokémon or the day of an event or other occasion when they received a Pokémon as a gift.


This update also introduces the ability to view Pokémon registered to the Pokédex in Pokémon HOME from different angles, such as above or behind. Trainers can try this out to get a better look at their Pokémon.

Sources: https://topics.nintendo.co.jp/article/89788bb4-0678-4afc-96ce-8ba518a2cf44, https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/bdsp/#210526_wpack, https://store-jp.nintendo.com/list/software/70010000039944.html, https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/pokemon-brilliant-diamond-and-pokemon-shining-pearl-double-pack-switch/#retailers

Nintendo released its Fiscal Year ended March 2021 Earnings Release / Financial Results Briefing on May 6th, 2021 and it revealed that sales were strong for the Pokémon Sword Expansion Pass and the Pokémon Shield Expansion Pass.

Outlook for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2022

For Nintendo Switch, our goal is to continue to convey the appeal of the hardware and software and maintain sales momentum at a high level. In addition, the Pokémon series is receiving new additions with the planned release of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearlin late 2021.

Operating Results and Financial Positions for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2021

Turning to our digital business for dedicated video game platforms, sales were strong for downloadable versions of packaged software for Nintendo Switch. Sales also grew for add-on content, including Pokémon Sword Expansion Pass, Pokémon Shield Expansion Pass, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Pass Vol. 2.

Pokémon Sales as of March 31, 2021:

Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield: 21.10 million
Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu! & Let's Go, Eevee: 13.28 million
Pokémon X and Y: 16.53 million
Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire: 14.39 million
Pokémon Sun and Moon: 16.25 million
Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon: 8.98 million

Source: https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/events/index.html

Nintendo has announced a new mini site to promote the release of New Pokémon Snap on the Nintendo Switch on April 30th, 2021. The site requires a Nintendo account but visitors to the site can earn My Nintendo Platinum Points.

NINTENDO NEWS: NEW POKÉMON SNAP ‘EXPLORE THE LENTAL REGION’ SITE OFFERS DIGITAL REWARDS AND INTERACTIVE SNEAK PEEK BEFORE LAUNCH

Calling all Pokémon Trainers and photographers alike! The launch of the New Pokémon Snap game for the Nintendo Switch system is just around the corner on April 30, and players will be able to get an early look at what’s to come with a new interactive site.

The Explore the Lental Region site* launches today and offers details about the Lental region and its wild Pokémon. Trainers and curious players can click through eight spots on the site’s map to learn about different Pokémon interactions and habitats in the game. They can also earn My Nintendo Platinum Points** along their journey, which can be redeemed for various rewards, including upcoming New Pokémon Snap items.


Each of the eight locations also offers a special digital photo frame available only on the site, inspired by different parts of the Lental region. Trainers will be able to decorate their selfies with these colorful frames and share directly to their social channels. The Lental region tour doesn’t need to be completed in a single session, so feel free to visit the Explore the Lental Region site multiple times.

New Pokémon Snap features islands teeming with untouched nature – from dense jungles to vast deserts, all home to different wild Pokémon. Players will take on the role of a budding Pokémon photographer and work with the Lental region expert, Professor Mirror, and his assistant, Rita, on an ecological survey to photograph Pokémon thriving in their natural habitats. Along the way, players can capture Pokémon behaviors that aren’t normally seen! Professor Mirror will evaluate their photography prowess as they investigate the mysterious Illumina phenomenon and build their very own Pokémon Photodex.

New Pokémon Snap launches in stores, in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and on Nintendo.com on April 30 at a suggested retail price of $59.99. For those who want to begin snapping Pokémon photos as soon as the game launches, pre-orders are available now. To learn more about New Pokémon Snap, visit https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/new-pokemon-snap-switch/.

Trainers can head over to the Explore the Lental Region site now to begin their early explorations at ExploreLental.com. The site will only be available until May 31, so be sure to join in on the fun!

Explore the Lental Region Site - My Nintendo Platinum Point Missions:

• Mission: Check out the Daytime section on the “Explore the Lental Region” website - 25 Points
• Mission: Check out the Beach section on the “Explore the Lental Region” website - 25 Points
• Mission: Check out the Photodex & Album section on the “Explore the Lental Region” website - 25 Points
• Mission: Check out the Using Items section on the “Explore the Lental Region" website - 25 Points
• Mission: Check out the Desert section on the “Explore the Lental Region” website - 25 Points
• Mission: Check out the Jungle section on the “Explore the Lental Region” website - 25 Points
• Mission: Check out the Nature Park section on the “Explore the Lental Region” website - 25 Points
• Mission: Check out the Nighttime section on the “Explore the Lental Region” website - 25 Points

* A Nintendo Account is required to access the Explore the Lental Region site.
** A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem My Nintendo points

Sources: https://explorelental.nintendo.com/ and https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/detail/2021/new-pokemon-snap-explore-the-lental-region-site-offers-digital-rewards-and-interactive-sneak-peek-before-launch/

FUJIFILM Corporation in collaboration with Nintendo has announced the INSTAX Mini Link for Nintendo Switch Smartphone Printer which allows people to print out pictures from select Nintendo Switch games including New Pokémon Snap. The new Mini Link Special Edition will retail on April 30th, 2021 at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $99.95 USD ($129.99 CDN) while the bundle will be released in late May 2021 for $119.95 USD ($179.99 CDN).

Press Release - Fujifilm announces introduction of the INSTAX Mini Link® for Nintendo Switch™ Smartphone Printer and Smartphone App

Collaboration with Nintendo introduces image printing with Nintendo Switch game content including Animal Crossing™: New Horizons, Super Mario™ Odyssey, and New Pokémon SnapTM

Valhalla, N.Y. - FUJIFILM Corporation in collaboration with Nintendo Co., Ltd. is revolutionizing how gamers can share their game play, featuring the introduction of the INSTAX Mini Link® for Nintendo Switch Smartphone Printer (hereinafter "Mini Link Special Edition"). As part of this collaboration, Nintendo Switch owners can create fun custom prints of their game play right from their Mini Link Special Edition using the new, dedicated Smartphone App*1.

The new Mini Link Special Edition and related product App is expected to be released to authorized Fujifilm product dealers on April 30, 2021, in conjunction with the launch of the New Pokémon Snap game for the Nintendo SwitchTM system. The App allows filters and frames to be added to screenshots taken using the Nintendo Switch capture function, which can be printed onto INSTAX instant images via the Mini Link Special Edition for users to display and share. A simple QR Code scan of the game screen using the Mini Link Special Edition App allows the image to be printed with a variety of frames based on characters from Nintendo Switch games including New Pokémon Snap, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Super Mario™ Odyssey. Current INSTAX MINI LINK Smartphone printer users can also download this new App for free, for use with their existing INSTAX MINI LINK Smartphone printer product*2.


To celebrate this collaboration, the Mini Link Special Edition will be featured in Ash White, with red accents on the top surface, and with the power button accented in blue, denoting the signature colors of the Nintendo Switch system. It will be available not only as a single printer, but also in a special bundle with a customized silicone case designed with the popular Pokémon Pikachu. The special bundle will be released in a limited quantity several weeks after release of the Mini Link Special Edition.

Pricing and Availability

This new Mini Link Special Edition is expected to be available at retail in late April 2021 at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $99.95 USD ($129.99 CDN). The bundle is expected to be available late May 2021 at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $119.95 USD ($179.99 CDN).

*1: A free Smartphone App, compatible with Android phones and iPhones, is required for use of the Mini Link Switch. It can be downloaded from Google Play in the case of Android phones and from the App Store for iPhones. Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. iPhone and App Store are trademarks of Apple Inc. used under license. There are some countries and regions where consumers will not be able to download the dedicated Smartphone App “INSTAX MINI LINK for Nintendo Switch”. *2: The dedicated Smartphone App “INSTAX MINI LINK for Nintendo Switch” can be used not only with the new Mini Link Switch “Ash White (Red&Blue)” printer, but also with the full lineup of “Ash White”, “Dusky Pink,” and “Dark Denim” INSTAX MINI LINK Smartphone printer products.

Sources: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/news/instax/fujifilm-announces-mini-link-nintendo-switch-app# and https://instax.com/instaxyourhero/en/

instax mini Link Special Edition - Bundle with Pikachu Case

GAME ON. INSTAX YOUR HERO.

Bring your favourite game characters to life with the instax mini Link printer. Take a screenshot on your Nintendo Switch, send it to your smartphone and print it out! For even more fun, choose from a variety of new Pokémon Snap, Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Mario frames to add on to your own photos before printing them.

Portable, speedy and super fun this printer enables you to create unique mini prints directly from your phone so you can take your favourite character with you, wherever you go!

Bundle includes: 1 x instax mini Link Special Edition Smartphone Printer and 1 x instax Pikachu case.

Can't decide between the instax mini Link or SP-3 printers? Find out which is right for you with our handy guide.

**The instax mini Link Special Edition - Ash White (Red & Blue) can be pre-ordered from select retailers and will be available mid May 2021**

YouTube Clip - instax mini Link app for Nintendo Switch Tutorial Movie / FUJIFILM

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54VS4nnX8UQ

Nintendo has announced 25th Anniversary Pokémon items are now available to obtain with My Nintendo Platinum Points. A Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Pen Set, Memo Pad and Sticker Set can be ordered via the My Nintendo site while supplies last. High resolution images of the rewards have been added to an Imageboard thread.

New Pokémon rewards are now available!

On February 27th, Pokémon fans across the world commemorated the launch of the very first Pokémon games, released in Japan on that day way back in 1996. All year, we'll be celebrating 25 years of Pokémon fun! My Nintendo is also getting in on the fun with these three Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield rewards, available now!


Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Pen Set (Set of four) - 500 My Nintendo Platinum Points
Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Memo Pad - 400 My Nintendo Platinum Points
Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Sticker Set - 300 My Nintendo Platinum Points

Source: https://my.nintendo.com/news/9347001b7abc12b2