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Whether you're preparing for competitive Pokémon battles or you've just gotta catch 'em all, Pokémon Bank is a powerful new tool for Kalos Trainers. Deposit, store, and manage your Pokémon in private Boxes and transfer them into your Pokémon X and Pokémon Y video games.
With Pokémon Bank, players can:
Players who download Pokémon Bank and its linked application, Poké Transporter, between December 27, 2013 and January 31, 2014 will receive a complimentary trial pass within the application, which will let them experience the Pokémon Bank and Poké Transporters services at no charge for 30 days. After this time period, the Pokémon Bank service will cost £4.49/€4.99 per year.
Press Release
Today The Pokémon Company International released a new video showcasing the features and functionality of the Pokémon Bank, a new Nintendo 3DS downloadable software service for Pokémon X and Pokémon Y launching December 27.With Pokémon Bank, players can:
- Deposit, withdraw, and manage up to 3,000 Pokémon in private boxes online through an internet connection
- Transfer Pokémon from multiple copies of Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, including the downloadable versions, using one Nintendo 3DS system
- Transfer Pokémon from Pokémon Black, Pokémon White, Pokémon Black 2, and Pokémon White 2 to Pokémon X and Pokémon Y using the Poké Transporter, a linked application received when you download Pokémon Bank.
Players who download Pokémon Bank and its linked application, Poké Transporter, between December 27, 2013 and January 31, 2014 will receive a complimentary trial pass within the application, which will let them experience the Pokémon Bank and Poké Transporters services at no charge for 30 days. After this time period, the Pokémon Bank service will cost £4.49/€4.99 per year.
Nintendo of America has finally announced the anticipated Pokémon X and Pokémon Y Nintendo 2DS bundles that are available in South Korea and Europe already. Below are the details from the Press Release.
• Target will offer an exclusive bundle that includes the Pokémon X game pre-installed on a red Nintendo 2DS system at a suggested retail price of $149.99.
• Toys"R"Us will offer an exclusive Pokémon Y bundle at stores nationwide and online at http://www.toysrus.com. The bundle will include a blue Nintendo 2DS system and the Pokémon Y game pre-loaded on an SD card at a suggested retail price of $149.99.
Both bundles will be available while supplies last.
The Nintendo 2DS system maintains many of the same hardware features as Nintendo 3DS, like touch-screen controls, StreetPass, online multiplayer functionality and the ability to download games in the Nintendo eShop. Without any hinges, the durable Nintendo 2DS is a great first-time system for kids. In addition, Nintendo 2DS is backward compatible and can play the huge existing library of Nintendo DS games. For more information about Nintendo 2DS, visit http://www.nintendo.com/3ds/2ds.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y are the latest installments in the world-famous Pokémon series. The games offer a new generation of Pokémon, a new region to explore, new Mega Evolutions and a host of new features. Since their launch on Oct. 12, the well-received Pokémon X and Pokémon Y games have sold more than 2 million copies combined in North America.
Source: http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=41011
Press Release
Holiday shoppers that are looking to pick up a Nintendo 2DS system and either the Pokémon X or Pokémon Y video games are about to get a couple of new and affordable options. Starting on Dec. 6, Nintendo is offering two bundles featuring the system and the games:• Target will offer an exclusive bundle that includes the Pokémon X game pre-installed on a red Nintendo 2DS system at a suggested retail price of $149.99.
• Toys"R"Us will offer an exclusive Pokémon Y bundle at stores nationwide and online at http://www.toysrus.com. The bundle will include a blue Nintendo 2DS system and the Pokémon Y game pre-loaded on an SD card at a suggested retail price of $149.99.
Both bundles will be available while supplies last.
The Nintendo 2DS system maintains many of the same hardware features as Nintendo 3DS, like touch-screen controls, StreetPass, online multiplayer functionality and the ability to download games in the Nintendo eShop. Without any hinges, the durable Nintendo 2DS is a great first-time system for kids. In addition, Nintendo 2DS is backward compatible and can play the huge existing library of Nintendo DS games. For more information about Nintendo 2DS, visit http://www.nintendo.com/3ds/2ds.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y are the latest installments in the world-famous Pokémon series. The games offer a new generation of Pokémon, a new region to explore, new Mega Evolutions and a host of new features. Since their launch on Oct. 12, the well-received Pokémon X and Pokémon Y games have sold more than 2 million copies combined in North America.
Source: http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=41011
Nov 29 2013
Nintendo 3DS Pokemon XY Official Guide Book Complete Story Strategy Guide for iOS and Android
The Nintendo 3DS Pokémon XY Official Guide Book Complete Story Strategy Guide (ニンテンドー３ＤＳ ポケモンＸ・Ｙ 公式ガイドブック 完全ストーリー攻略ガイド) is now available for purchase for compatible iOS and Android devices. The apps are region locked though but there is a free trial version for Android. The iOS version was released on November 22nd, 2013 and requires iOS 6.0 and 23.5MB. The Android version was released on November 29th, 2013 and requires Android 2.3.3 and up.
Sources: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.over_lap.xy.free and https://itunes.apple.com/jp/app/id734369603?mt=8
Sources: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.over_lap.xy.free and https://itunes.apple.com/jp/app/id734369603?mt=8
Nov 28 2013
Wal-Mart Exclusive Garchomp and Scizor
Wal-Mart in the United States has revealed that they will be selling copies of Pokémon X and Y that feature exclusive unlock codes to download Garchomp and Scizor. Those that purchase a copy of Pokémon X from Wal-Mart from November 28th, 2013 until June 30th, 2014 will be able to get an exclusive Garchomp. Those that purchase Pokémon Y from Wal-Mart during the same time period will be able to get an exclusive Scizor. Players should look for the specially marked copies that have the label's on the covers.
Sources: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Pokemon-X-Wal-Mart-Exclusive-Nintendo-3DS/33060453 and http://www.walmart.com/ip/Pokemon-Y-Wal-Mart-Exclusive-Nintendo-3DS/33060454
Sources: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Pokemon-X-Wal-Mart-Exclusive-Nintendo-3DS/33060453 and http://www.walmart.com/ip/Pokemon-Y-Wal-Mart-Exclusive-Nintendo-3DS/33060454
The format and rules for the 2014 Pokémon video game season have been announced and posted on the official Pokémon website.
New Updates:
- Only legitimate versions of Pokémon X or Pokémon Y can be used in Play! Pokémon tournaments
- Players may use Pokémon from the Central Kalos Pokédex from #001 to #150, Coastal Kalos Pokédex from #001 to #153, or Mountain Kalos Pokédex from #001 to #147.
- Pokémon are allowed to Mega Evolve.
- Pokémon above Level 50 are permitted, but they are auto-leveled down to 50 for the duration of battle
- Kalos Native: Pokémon used in the Standard Format must be native to the Kalos region in Pokémon X or Pokémon Y. A native Pokémon is a Pokémon that is hatched or caught in Pokémon X or Pokémon Y. Pokémon that have been transferred to Pokémon X or Pokémon Y via Pokémon Bank or Poké Transporter are not native.
Source: http://assets22.pokemon.com/assets/cms/pdf/op/tournaments/2014/Play_Pokemon_VG_Rules_and_Formats_2014.pdf
Many people over the past few weeks have been working hard to find ways to dump information from Pokémon X and Y. Recently people like Smealum, Xfr from Pokécheck and Bond697 from ProjectPokémon have discovered and begun to document information previously unavailable from these games. Three new Pokémon who's names are Diancie (#719), Volcanion (#720) and Hoopa (#721) as well Latios and Latias Mega Evolutions were uncovered. AZ's Floette was also revealed as well as two more color variants of Vivillion.
None of these Pokémon have been officially revealed but The Pokémon Company told Kotaku that they have "nothing to report at this time." It is unknown when these Pokémon will officially become available to players of Pokémon X and Y but if previous generations is any indication, it could be a long time from now.
None of these Pokémon have been officially revealed but The Pokémon Company told Kotaku that they have "nothing to report at this time." It is unknown when these Pokémon will officially become available to players of Pokémon X and Y but if previous generations is any indication, it could be a long time from now.
The official Japanese Pokémon website announced that the Weakness Policy (じゃくてんほけん) will be distributed at Jump Festa '14 (ジャンプフェスタ '14) which takes place at the Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall (幕張メッセ 国際展示場 ) on December 21st, 2013 and December 22nd, 2013. The Weakness Policy will be available to players of Pokémon X and Y that visit Jump Festa '14.
A Battle Festival for Pokémon X and Y will also be taking place at Jump Festa '14. Anyone can join and prior registration is not required. Full details of the battle rules will be announced at a future time.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/10/131025_g01.html
A Battle Festival for Pokémon X and Y will also be taking place at Jump Festa '14. Anyone can join and prior registration is not required. Full details of the battle rules will be announced at a future time.
Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2013/10/131025_g01.html
Oct 18 2013
Lumiose City Save Bug
Nintendo has confirmed that there is a serious bug in the latest games Pokémon X and Pokémon Y and has issued a press release regarding the issue. They currently recommend that players do not save their game in the areas of Lumiose City (Miare City ミアレシティ) that are marked with the blue gradient on the map below. Nintendo apologized for the bug and indicated that they are working hard to fix the problem and that a patch will be posted on the Nintendo eShop soon. Saving in these areas can cause an corruption of the players save data and requires players to start the game all over again from the beginning.
いつも『ポケットモンスター』シリーズをお楽しみいただきまして誠にありがとうございます。2013年10月12日発売のニンテンドー3DS専用ソフト『ポケットモンスター Ｘ・Ｙ』に関しまして、ゲームデータのレポートを書く場所によっては、まれにゲームを再開した時に操作ができなくなってしまう症状が発生することが判明いたしました。つきましては、その症状を回避しながらプレイしていただける方法をご案内いたします。ご利用の皆様にはご不便をおかけいたしますが、下記にご留意いただきますようお願い申し上げます。なお、すでに症状が発生してしまったお客様向けに、修正プログラムを準備中です。こちらは準備が整い次第ご案内いたします。
Where the Bug Occurs: If you save the game in the parts of Miare City indicated on the map, then exit the game, the game may not function when you attempt to start it up again.
発生する症状: ミアレシティの一部の場所（下図参照）でレポートを書いてゲームを終了すると、まれにゲームを再開したときに操作ができなくなってしまうことがあります。
How to avoid the bug: Please do not save your game in the areas shown in blue on the map below. Note that even in Miare City, there is no issue with saving inside buildings, such as the Pokémon Centers.
症状の回避方法: 以下の青色で示したエリアではレポートを書かないようお願いいたします。なお、ミアレシティでも、ポケモンセンターなどの建物の中ではレポートを書いても問題ありません。
Information on what to do if you experience the bug: We are preparing a patch for repairing your saves, which will be available through the Nintendo e-shop in a few days. As soon as it is ready, we will inform players but for now we ask that you wait until its ready.
症状が発生した場合の対処について: お客様のレポートを修復するための「修正プログラム」を近日中に『ニンテンドーeショップ』より配信させていただく準備を進めています。準備ができ次第、改めてお知らせいたしますので、今しばらくお待ちいただきますようお願いいたします。
Source: http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/ekjj/info/index.html
Press Release - 任天堂株式会社 | ニンテンドー3DS専用ソフト『ポケットモンスター Ｘ・Ｙ』ミアレシティでのレポートについてのお願い
Thank you very much for enjoying the Pocket Monsters series. It has come to our attention that the Nintendo 3DS-exclusive games Pocket Monsters X and Y include a glitch that makes it unable for players to resume their game if data is saved in certain locations. Because of this, we will give you instructions on how to avoid this glitch as you play. We apologize to everyone for any inconvenience this glitch may have caused, and kindly ask you to note the following. Also, a game patch is being prepared for customers who have already been affected by the glitch. We will give you further instructions once the patch is ready.いつも『ポケットモンスター』シリーズをお楽しみいただきまして誠にありがとうございます。2013年10月12日発売のニンテンドー3DS専用ソフト『ポケットモンスター Ｘ・Ｙ』に関しまして、ゲームデータのレポートを書く場所によっては、まれにゲームを再開した時に操作ができなくなってしまう症状が発生することが判明いたしました。つきましては、その症状を回避しながらプレイしていただける方法をご案内いたします。ご利用の皆様にはご不便をおかけいたしますが、下記にご留意いただきますようお願い申し上げます。なお、すでに症状が発生してしまったお客様向けに、修正プログラムを準備中です。こちらは準備が整い次第ご案内いたします。
Where the Bug Occurs: If you save the game in the parts of Miare City indicated on the map, then exit the game, the game may not function when you attempt to start it up again.
発生する症状: ミアレシティの一部の場所（下図参照）でレポートを書いてゲームを終了すると、まれにゲームを再開したときに操作ができなくなってしまうことがあります。
How to avoid the bug: Please do not save your game in the areas shown in blue on the map below. Note that even in Miare City, there is no issue with saving inside buildings, such as the Pokémon Centers.
症状の回避方法: 以下の青色で示したエリアではレポートを書かないようお願いいたします。なお、ミアレシティでも、ポケモンセンターなどの建物の中ではレポートを書いても問題ありません。
Information on what to do if you experience the bug: We are preparing a patch for repairing your saves, which will be available through the Nintendo e-shop in a few days. As soon as it is ready, we will inform players but for now we ask that you wait until its ready.
症状が発生した場合の対処について: お客様のレポートを修復するための「修正プログラム」を近日中に『ニンテンドーeショップ』より配信させていただく準備を進めています。準備ができ次第、改めてお知らせいたしますので、今しばらくお待ちいただきますようお願いいたします。
Source: http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/ekjj/info/index.html
It was an overcast Saturday morning in Manhattan as Pokémon fans gathered on 48th Street in front of the Nintendo World Store. The anticipation was high for the lucky fans who waited on line that morning. Nintendo employees gave out paper hats of all three starters to the anxious crowd that awaited something magical. Once the clock struck 12 noon, security ushered fans in ten at a time to try out the demo of Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. The event took place entirely on the second floor, so space was very limited. While I was waiting on line, a Nintendo representative gave us the opportunity to try out the Nintendo 2DS (which I documented on my video overview below). Despite the vast majority of negativity surrounding the console's upcoming release, the 2DS felt very natural in my medium adult sized hands. The balance and button placement of the console made it comfortable to hold. The L/R trigger buttons also felt miles better than the ones on the original Nintendo 3DS. I would definitely recommend purchasing one if you're on a budget or looking to get a second console for trading Pokémon into this new generation of games.
Unfortunately, the staff had forbid me from taking any video footage of the demo. Therefore, with the images below, I shall describe my experience. The overall appearance of the game engine has vastly improved since the beginning of the year. Once I was dropped into the demo and encountered a wild Pokémon, I was very impressed on how much detail they put into this masterpiece. The character models in battle move very fluidly, like a pat of butter on a hot griddle. The way the engine handled attack moves impressed me the most. For example, the move Stomp completely flattened the 3D model of my Fennekin. There was absolutely no visual tearing or stuttering for that move's effect. The battle screens themselves looked polished, and at this point the games look almost as vibrant as GameCube titles. At the end of the demo, Professor Sycamore challenged me to a battle. I was given a level 100 Mewtwo with its Mega Stone to help defeat him. I triggered the Mega Evolution when instructing Mewtwo to use Thunderbolt. Once again, the smoothness of the 3D animation was very satisfying, and I can't wait to play the full game once it's released this Saturday. Overall, the demo put to rest about any doubt I had for the upcoming 6th generation. Once I completed the demo, my left hand was stamped and I received a gift bag which contained six Pokémon X & Y art cards (which I will add to the article later), Pokémon X & Y Dogtags, and a small Pokéball tabletop ornament which can be used to store three Nintendo DS or 3DS cartridges.
Afterwards, I toured the new Pokémon display on the second floor (which is also featured on the video footage below). This display chronicles every generation of the Pokémon universe thus far. Once again, Nintendo World did a fantastic job in organizing the shelved displays.
Despite the fact that this Pre-Launch event was a last minute announcement (it was only announced a few days prior to the actual event), there was quite a large turnout of fans. The upcoming event on Friday is expected to be just as large as previous launch events, and I'm looking forward to bringing every single detail to our loyal readers.
Unfortunately, the staff had forbid me from taking any video footage of the demo. Therefore, with the images below, I shall describe my experience. The overall appearance of the game engine has vastly improved since the beginning of the year. Once I was dropped into the demo and encountered a wild Pokémon, I was very impressed on how much detail they put into this masterpiece. The character models in battle move very fluidly, like a pat of butter on a hot griddle. The way the engine handled attack moves impressed me the most. For example, the move Stomp completely flattened the 3D model of my Fennekin. There was absolutely no visual tearing or stuttering for that move's effect. The battle screens themselves looked polished, and at this point the games look almost as vibrant as GameCube titles. At the end of the demo, Professor Sycamore challenged me to a battle. I was given a level 100 Mewtwo with its Mega Stone to help defeat him. I triggered the Mega Evolution when instructing Mewtwo to use Thunderbolt. Once again, the smoothness of the 3D animation was very satisfying, and I can't wait to play the full game once it's released this Saturday. Overall, the demo put to rest about any doubt I had for the upcoming 6th generation. Once I completed the demo, my left hand was stamped and I received a gift bag which contained six Pokémon X & Y art cards (which I will add to the article later), Pokémon X & Y Dogtags, and a small Pokéball tabletop ornament which can be used to store three Nintendo DS or 3DS cartridges.
Afterwards, I toured the new Pokémon display on the second floor (which is also featured on the video footage below). This display chronicles every generation of the Pokémon universe thus far. Once again, Nintendo World did a fantastic job in organizing the shelved displays.
Despite the fact that this Pre-Launch event was a last minute announcement (it was only announced a few days prior to the actual event), there was quite a large turnout of fans. The upcoming event on Friday is expected to be just as large as previous launch events, and I'm looking forward to bringing every single detail to our loyal readers.
Video
Images from the Event
Those that purchase a copy of Pokémon X or Pokémon Y at Tesco stores in the UK will receive a unique serial code to get 12 Quick Balls. Players can enter their code in their game to receive this set of Quick Balls. Quick Balls are particularly effective when trying to catch a wild Pokémon at the beginning of battle and they’ll help players start building their Pokémon collection right away! Pokémon X and Pokémon Y game packaging at Tesco stores have stickers on them to indicate they have the serial code inside.
Source: http://www.pokemon.com/uk/pokemon-news/vg_pokemonxy_quickballs-2013-10-03/
