The Pokémon Company International announced on December 11th, 2025, the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket: Crimson Blaze Themed Booster Pack and revealed it would be released on December 17th, 2025 at participating retailers worldwide. A press release with high quality product pictures has been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon TCG Pocket: Crimson Blaze | Official Trailer

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

Mega Charizard Y Soars into New Crimson Blaze Themed Booster Pack, Coming Soon to Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket

Apple Selects Mobile Game as 2025 App Store Award Winner

Bellevue, Wash. — Dec. 11, 2025 – Today, the Pokémon Company group announced that Crimson Blaze, the next themed booster pack for the popular Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket app, will be available around the world beginning Dec. 17, 2025. This update follows Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket being awarded iPhone Game of the Year for captivating fans around the world with its fresh take on card collection, as part of Apple’s 2025 App Store Awards unveiled earlier this month.

New Crimson Blaze Themed Booster Pack

The Crimson Blaze themed booster pack marks the Pokémon TCG Pocket debut of fan-favorite Mega-Evolved Pokémon like Mega Charizard Y, Mega Venusaur and Mega Blastoise as Mega Evolution Pokémon ex. In addition to the newly introduced Pokémon, players can look forward to discovering many new cards for their collections which will feature research lab–themed illustrations. Cards can be obtained by opening packs and via the wonder pick feature in the app.

Upcoming Events

In addition to the Crimson Blaze themed booster pack, Trainers can look forward to the following in-app events coming soon.[1]

• Holiday Campaign (Dec. 24 at 10 p.m. PST to Jan. 7 at 9:59 p.m. PST): To celebrate the holiday season, players can complete holiday event missions to obtain rewards.
• Mareep Drop Event (Dec. 31 at 10 p.m. PST to Jan. 10 at 9:59 p.m. PST): Players can take on special solo battles to obtain B Series Vol. 2 promo packs.
• Wonder Pick Event (an. 8 at 10 p.m. PST to Jan. 18 at 9:59 p.m. PST): Promo cards featuring Heliolisk and Buneary will appear in wonder pick. During this event, there will also be missions that allow players to obtain an event shop ticket which can be exchanged for a promo card at the Shop.
• Mega Latios ex Drop Event (Jan. 16 at 10 p.m. PST to Jan. 26 at 9:59 p.m. PST): Players can take on special solo battles to obtain B Series Vol. 3 promo packs.

[1] Event duration periods are subject to change. Trainers can stay tuned to in-app notices for complete event details, including eligibility requirements and other terms of participation.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/Mega-Charizard-Y-Soars-into-New-Crimson-Blaze-Themed-Booster-Pack-Comi

To promote the release of the Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Mega Dimension DLC in Japan, the Christmas Market in Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse - Pokémon Happy Holidays event will take place from December 11th, 2025 to December 25th, 2025. Admission is free and there is fun for everyone from children to adults! Official photos from the event have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Christmas Market in Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse

This year marks the 16th anniversary of the Christmas Market in Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse and the popular free area will be updated to have a Christmas Village area!

From Thursday, December 11th, 2025 to December 25th, 2025, the Pokémon booth Pokémon Happy Holidays will be open to a wide range of people both from Japan and overseas. This is the first time for the Pokémon Happy Holidays event and can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to adults. This area will be decorated differently than usual, so enjoy a special and memorable Christmas time with Pokémon.

Shiny "Discharge" Tree

The Christmas tree, which is the symbol of Pokémon Happy Holidays, is a specially illuminated to depict Electric-type Pokémon, led by Mega Raichu X and Mega Raichu Y, working together to light the tree.

Electric-type Pokémon such as Pikachu, Dedenne, and Mareep have gathered around the tree, creating the illusion that the Pokémon are generating electricity and making the tree glow.

There's also a detailed light show featuring Electric-type Pokémon, making this a photo spot you can only experience here.

Mega Present Box

The Mega Present Box, which stands out in the venue, is a photo spot perfect for Christmas, filled with a huge number of Pokémon plush toys. Over 350 Pokémon plush toys are displayed inside the giant present box. It creates an exciting space that makes you feel as if you've been invited into the world of Pokémon. A wide variety of Pokémon are on display, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to adults.

Pokémon Hut

During Pokémon Happy Holidays event, special decorations will be used to evoke the atmosphere of Miare City, which appears in Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A. Each wooden hut will have its own unique photo spot and experience corner, allowing you to enjoy new discoveries every time you visit.

Additionally, a demo corner will be set up where you can try out Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A on the Nintendo Switch 2. You can enjoy the game in this special space.

* The demo corner will only be available on select dates during the event period.

Pokémon Photo Panel

Pokémon photo panels are scattered throughout the venue. Christmas-themed Pokémon appear in various locations, such as around the tree, near the hut, on top of the tree, and near the gate.

Details:

Period: Thursday, December 11, 2025 – Thursday, December 25, 2025 ※ Held rain or shine. May be closed during severe weather.
Venue: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, Red Brick Park
Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Admission: Free
Trial Play Corner Overview:
Dates: December 13 (Sat), 14 (Sun), 20 (Sat), 21 (Sun), 24 (Wed), 25 (Thu)
Play Session Duration: 15 minutes per person
Game Content: Z-A Battle Club - A wireless battle mode for up to 4
players in Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A
※ Events may be postponed, changed, or canceled without prior notice.
※ Depending on crowd levels, we may distribute numbered tickets or conduct a lottery for participation.

入場無料で子どもから大人まで楽しめる！

『Christmas Market in 横浜赤レンガ倉庫』に、「ポケモン」ブースが初出展！ 16回目を迎える今年は、例年好評の無料エリアが「Christmas Village」エリアとして登場！ 12月11日（木）から国内外問わず幅広い方々に人気の「ポケモン」のブース『Pokémon Happy Holidays』を初めて展開し、お子様から大人の方までお楽しみいただけます。例年とは異なる装いの本エリアで、ポケモンたちとの思い出に残るクリスマスの特別な“時”をお楽しみください。

ピカピカ“ほうでん”ツリー

『Pokémon Happy Holidays』のシンボルとなるクリスマスツリーは、メガライチュウXやメガライチュウYを中心に、でんきタイプのポケモンたちが力を合わせて明かりを灯している様子を表現した特別なイルミネーションです。 ツリーの周囲には、ピカチュウやデデンネ、メリープなどのでんきタイプのポケモンたちが集結。まるでポケモンたちが発電してツリーを輝かせているかのような演出が施されています。 でんきタイプのポケモンたちによる、細部にまでこだわった光の演出もあり、ここでしか体験できないフォトスポットです。

メガプレゼントBOX

会場内でひときわ目を引く「メガプレゼントBOX」は、ポケモンのぬいぐるみを大量に詰め込んだクリスマスならではのフォトスポット。巨大なプレゼントボックスの中に350体以上ものポケモンのぬいぐるみをぎっしりとディスプレイ。まるでポケモンの世界に招かれたような、ワクワク感あふれる空間を演出しています。バリエーション豊かなポケモンが展示されており、子どもから大人まで幅広い世代にお楽しみいただけます。

ポケモンヒュッテ

『Pokémon Happy Holidays』では、『Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A』に登場する「ミアレシティ」の雰囲気を感じられる特別な装飾が施されます。ヒュッテ（木の小屋）ごとに異なるフォトスポットや体験コーナーも用意されており、訪れるたびに新しい発見をお楽しみいただけます。 また、ヒュッテ内ではNintendo Switch2で『Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A』を体験できる試遊コーナーを設置。特別な空間の中でゲームをお楽しみいただけます。

※ 試遊コーナーはイベント期間内の一部日程のみ実施となります。

ポケモンフォトパネル

会場内のいたるところには、ポケモンたちのフォトパネルが点在しています。ツリーの周りやヒュッテ（木の小屋）のそば、木の上やゲート付近など、さまざまな場所にクリスマス仕様のポケモンたちが登場。歩きながらお気に入りのパネルを探して写真撮影を楽しめる、会場回遊型のフォトスポットです。

Source: https://www.yokohama-akarenga.jp/christmas/village.html

In a new collaboration announced on December 3rd, 2025, the worlds of tonies and Pokémon are coming together, bringing new Pokémon audio book content to the Toniebox for the first time. Starting in summer 2026, four Pokémon Tonies - Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle - will mark the launch of a range of exclusive products. New content specifically created for the Toniebox will bring stories to life in an immersive audio format.

Press Release - tonies Expands Global Leadership Through Landmark Partnership with The Pokémon Company International

• The collaboration brings together the worlds of tonies and Pokémon for the very first time.
• The first Pokémon Tonies will be available in summer 2026, marking the launch of a range of exclusive products.

LUXEMBOURG, December 3, 2025 // Today, tonies SE ("tonies"), the globally leading interactive audio platform for children, and Pikachu Press, the official publishing imprint of The Pokémon Company International, announced a partnership bringing new Pokémon audio book content to the Toniebox for the first time. Launching in summer 2026, the collaboration will introduce a dedicated audio-first storytelling approach, starting with four exclusive, collectible Pokémon Tonies—Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle. Additional Pokémon products and content created in collaboration with Pikachu Press are planned for future release.

Tobias Wann, CEO of tonies, says: “Welcoming Pokémon to the Toniebox platform is a milestone for our company and our community. By combining Pokémon’s global appeal with our audio-first innovation, we’re creating new opportunities for discovery, imagination, and play for millions of children and families. We are preparing a very special and exciting bundle for the launch which we cannot wait to unveil.”

New Pikachu Press content specially created for Toniebox and featuring fan-favorite Pokémon will come to life in an immersive audio format designed specifically for children. These new stories and experiences will invite young listeners and their families to explore the Pokémon world in a fresh way.

Ginny McCormick, CXO of tonies, adds: “Pokémon and tonies share similar values around imagination, play, and connection across generations. Parents who grew up on Pokémon now get to share that same sense of wonder with their kids. Bringing Pokémon into the tonies world lets us reimagine how those stories are told: through sound, without screens or limits. It’s a new way for families to experience the brand.”

Heather Dalgleish Parker, Sr. Director, Merchandise Development at The Pokémon Company International, adds: “We are always seeking new ways to connect with our fans and share the spirit of adventure that is core to the Pokémon brand. Partnering with tonies allows us to explore the world of audio-first storytelling and create immersive experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and imagination. Through this collaboration, we can inspire and engage a new generation of young Trainers and invite families to discover our stories together in a fresh and meaningful format.”

About tonies

tonies® is the globally leading interactive audio platform for children redefining how children aged 1 to 9+ play, learn and grow independently without screens. Since its founding in Germany in 2014, more than 10 million Tonieboxes have been activated and over 134 million Tonies sold worldwide.

On average, children engage with tonies for ~280 minutes per week, making it a trusted everyday companion that brings the joy and magic of interactive audio entertainment and education into family life worldwide.

The intuitive and award-winning system – centered around the Toniebox 2 and Tonieplay – offers a portfolio of around 1,500 Tonies figurines and 12 Tonieplay games and more than 3,500 digital titles via mytonies (library and app) – ranging from tonies Originals® to licensed content from around 460 partners including Disney, Warner Bros., NBC Universal, Mattel, Marvel, Paramount, Hasbro, Universal, Sony Music.

tonies is rapidly expanding its platform globally. Besides DACH, central growth regions include tonies’ largest market North America, the United Kingdom, France, Australia and New Zealand with Tonieboxes now active in over 100 countries. tonies employs more than 560 people and achieved €481 million in group revenue in fiscal year 2024 (+33% YoY) and is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (tonies SE).

Sources: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/tonies_big-news-tonies-and-the-pok%C3%A9mon-company-activity-7401999727082237952-DjBE and https://ir.tonies.com/news/tonies-expands-global-leadership-through-landmark-partnership-with-the-pokemon-company-international/cc4424ab-f21c-410e-9bb2-c386248f9963/

The latest information about Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension has been announced and it has revealed Mega Lucario Z and Z Mega Evolution. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension | Mega Lucario Z Reveal Trailer!

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

Introducing Z Mega Evolution

While Mega Lucario, the Mega Evolution of Lucario, appears in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the newly discovered Mega Lucario Z will be appearing in Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension!


Z Mega Evolutions such as Mega Lucario Z need less time to fire off moves after receiving an order. But Z Mega Evolutions also burn through Mega Power very quickly, making them less suited for long battles, so try to settle matches as fast as possible!

Source: https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/news/mega_lucario_z

Press Release - Mega Lucario Z Discovered for Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension

Catch Legendary Pokémon Mewtwo in Extra Side Mission Available Now in Pokémon Legends: Z-A

BELLEVUE, Wash.– Dec. 2, 2025 – Today, the Pokémon Company group revealed that Mega Lucario Z has been discovered and will appear in Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension[1]. A new extra side mission has also been revealed for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, allowing players to catch the Legendary Pokémon Mewtwo.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension - Mega Lucario Z

A newly discovered form of Lucario, Mega Lucario Z was determined to be a Mega Evolution based on how its form changes through exposure to a Mega Stone and its increase in power far outshining that of an average Lucario.


The long fur around Mega Lucario Z’s head and waist, as well as its fan-shaped tail, make it difficult to get a full view of Mega Lucario Z’s powerful movements. In close combat, this can work to visually disorient opponents. Areas of its body, such as the backs of its hands and its shins, have been hardened with steel energy – allowing it to deliver powerful blows by concentrating its strength precisely into these hardened parts.


Category: Aura Pokémon
Type: Fighting/Steel
Height: 4'3" (1.3 m)
Weight: 108.9 lbs. (49.4 kg)

Z Mega Evolutions, such as Mega Lucario Z, need less time to fire off moves but burn through Mega Power very quickly, making them less suited for long battles but a good option when trying to settle matches as fast as possible.

While Mega Lucario, the Mega Evolution of Lucario, appears in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the newly discovered Mega Lucario Z will appear in Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension.

Trainers can watch a new video showcasing the latest information on Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Extra Side Mission Now Available

Starting today, Trainers can receive a Mewtwonite X stone and a Mewtwonite Y stone through the Mystery Gift feature[2] in Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Once the player receives the Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y stones, Mewtwo’s extra side mission will become available. It appears heading to Lysandre Café and venturing into the deepest areas of Lysandre Labs may cause some systems to reactivate in response to the Mega Stones, and beating this side mission will allow you to add the Legendary Pokémon Mewtwo your team[3].

Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension will launch 10 December 2025 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
[1] Full version of Pokémon Legends: Z-A or Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition required to use DLC. Sold separately.
[2] You will need to connect your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch system to the internet to claim this bonus. The user profile on your system will need to be linked to a Nintendo Account in order to connect to the internet. It takes approximately one hour of play time before you can access the Link Play menu. Gift can only be redeemed once per save data file.
[3] To play Mewtwo’s extra side mission, you will need to have completed the main story in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game. The Mystery Gift feature can be found within the Link Play menu option in the main menu after you unlock the Rewards feature in Mable’s Research in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/Mega-Lucario-Z-Discovered-for-Pokemon-Legends-Z-A-Mega-Dimension

Get the Legendary Pokémon Mewtwo as Well as Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y!

Starting Tuesday, December 2, 2025, you can receive a Mewtwonite X stone and a Mewtwonite Y stone through the Mystery Gift feature in Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and Mewtwo’s extra side mission will become available.

If you beat this mission, you’ll be able to add the Legendary Pokémon Mewtwo to your team. You can use the Mega Stones you get through the Mystery Gift feature to Mega Evolve Mewtwo into Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y.

In order to play Mewtwo’s extra side mission, you will need to have completed the main story of the Pokémon Legends: Z-A or Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition game.

If you have Mewtwo hold a Mewtwonite X stone, it will be able to Mega Evolve into Mega Mewtwo X. If you have it hold a Mewtwonite Y stone, it will be able to Mega Evolve into Mega Mewtwo Y.

Distribution begins: Tuesday, December 2, 2025


Mewtwo
Category: Genetic Pokémon
Type: Psychic
Height: 6’7"
Weight: 269 lbs.

Mega Mewtwo X
Category: Genetic Pokémon
Type: Psychic/Fighting
Height: 7'7"
Weight: 280 lbs.

Mega Mewtwo Y
Category: Genetic Pokémon
Type: Psychic
Height: 4'11''
Weight: 72.8 lbs.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Legends: Z-A | Get Mewtwo and Mewtwonite Stones

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRt5h-Yrp_0

How to Play Mewtwo’s Extra Side Mission

In order to play Mewtwo’s extra side mission, you will need to claim a Mewtwonite X stone and Mewtwonite Y stone in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. You can check whether you have claimed these Mega Stones from your satchel’s Mega Stones pocket.

1. Claim your Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y stones: You can receive this gift by selecting Get via Internet from the Mystery Gift menu in your game.
2. Head to Lysandre Café: Once you’ve claimed your Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y stones, try heading to Lysandre Café. It seems that some systems will reactivate in response to the Mega Stones if you venture into the deepest areas of Lysandre Labs.

• You can play Mewtwo’s extra side mission in both Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
• You will need to connect your Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 system to the internet.
• To connect to the internet, your user profile must be linked to a Nintendo Account.
• It takes approximately one hour of play time before you are able to access the Mystery Gift feature.
• The Mewtwonite Y and Mewtwonite X stones can be received in either the physical version or the digital version of the game.

Source: https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/news/get-mewtwo-and-mewtonite-stones

The Pokémon GO: Precious Paths season takes place from December 2nd, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. to March 3rd, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time.

YouTube Clip - Precious Paths in Pokémon GO—a new Season is here!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cc1Bwp58emA

Precious Paths Special Research

Available to claim from Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 9:59 a.m. local time

New parts of the Special Research will unlock over the course of the Season, so make sure to keep an eye on your Research tab!

Masterwork Research: A Precious Catch

For US$7.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), Trainers will receive a Special Research granting a Master Ball as one of the rewards.

Receiving a rare and powerful Master Ball is a special occasion—think wisely about how you’ll use it, and keep a lookout for future opportunities in Pokémon GO to acquire more!

New Pokémon to Discover

New Pokémon have been spotted in Pokémon GO! Sudowoodo wearing holiday attire, Charjabug wearing holiday attire, Clobbopus, Grapploct, and more make their debuts throughout the season!

Max Pokémon Debuts

New Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon make their Pokémon GO debut! Challenge and catch Dynamax Hitmonlee, Dynamax Hitmonchan, Gigantamax Meowth, and more this Season!

Seasonal Highlights

Community Days. Mark your calendar! Precious Paths will have Community Day events on the following dates.

December 6–7th, 2025 - December Community Day 2025
January 4th, 2026 - January Community Day Classic
January 18th, 2026 - January Community Day
February 1st, 2026 - February Community Day

GO Pass

GO Pass, a limited-time progression track, will be available during Precious Paths! Complete Pass Tasks to earn GO Points to increase your rank and earn rewards.

The GO Pass Deluxe, a paid version of GO Pass, will be available for Trainers looking for upgraded rewards and faster progression.

GO Pass Major Milestone Bonuses

Reach Major Milestones on your GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.

Tier 1 - Rank 25
• Open up to 40 Gifts per day.
• Receive up to 125 Gifts per day from spinning PokéStop and Gym Photo Discs.
• Hold up to 10 additional Gifts in your Item Bag.

Tier 2 - Rank 50
• 2× Daily Adventure Incense duration

Tier 3 - Rank 75
• Additional rewards for completing in-person raids and Max Battles

Upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe to increase the following bonus:

Tier 1 - Open up to 50 Gifts per day. Receive up to 150 Gifts per day from spinning PokéStop and Gym Photo Discs. Hold up to 20 additional Gifts in your Item Bag.

Themed Stickers

You’ll be able to get themed stickers by spinning PokéStops, opening Gifts, and purchasing them from the in-game shop.

Pokémon will appear in the wild—where you might expect them!

Starting with Precious Paths, Pokémon will appear in different areas across the world, based on their natural habitat and PokéDex entry. Explore different biomes, brush up on your Pokémon knowledge, and see what discoveries await you!

Seasonal Rotations

Encounter Pokémon by completing the Research Breakthrough!


Galarian Mr. Mime
Lapras
Snorlax
Honedge
Sinistea
Dreep

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Seasonal Bonuses

Precious Paths will feature the following bonuses all Season long!

• One additional Special Trade per day.
• Increased Stardust for the first catch of the day.
• Increased friendship bonus damage dealt by Pokémon in raids.

Source: https://pokemongo.com/en/seasons/precious-paths

The 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade takes place on November 27th, 2025 in New York City and it will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock in the United States.

Pokémon Begins Holiday Celebrations with Pikachu and Eevee at the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®

Nov. 24, 2025 — Trainers can kick off the holiday season with Pokémon by catching Pikachu and Eevee as they ride a Poké Ball-inspired sled at the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on Nov. 27, 2025, in New York City. The Pokémon Company International returns for its 25th consecutive year as the beloved Pokémon balloon makes its way along the parade route culminating at Macy’s Herald Square.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/MEDIA-ALERT-Pokemon-Begins-Holiday-Celebrations-with-Pikachu-and-Eevee

Pikachu and Eevee Soar Through the City in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®

These two adorable Pokémon will sled through the Manhattan skies in this celebration to kick off the holiday season.

Pikachu and Eevee are back to kick off the holidays as the Pokémon balloon soars through the skies during the prestigious 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade ®. This year marks Pokémon’s 25th consecutive year participating in the parade. Pikachu and Eevee both look ready to have so much fun in their Poké Ball-inspired sled!

The 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air nationwide in the US on NBC and Peacock on November 27, 2025, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones. If you happen to be in New York City on Thanksgiving, you can see Pikachu and Eevee—along with the rest of the parade, of course—in person.

Happy Thanksgiving from Pokémon!

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pikachu-and-eevee-soar-through-the-city-in-the-99th-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade

The Pokémon Company International announced on November 20th, 2025 the Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes expansion set and revealed it would be released on January 30th, 2026 at participating retailers worldwide. A press release with high quality product pictures has been added to an Imageboard thread.

Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Launching Soon, Introducing New Mega Evolution Pokémon

Nov. 20, 2025 — The Pokémon Company International announced today that a new expansion for the bestselling Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes, will be available beginning Jan. 30, 2026, at participating retailers worldwide.


Inspired by the recently launched Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game, Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes will welcome new characters and locations to the Pokémon TCG. Trainers can look forward to discovering cards featuring new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex — including Mega Dragonite ex — and Trainer’s Pokémon. In addition, players will encounter returning fan-favorite Mega Evolution Pokémon ex and Trainer’s Pokémon that appear in Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes with new illustrations.

Furthermore, Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes will introduce an all-new card rarity: Mega attack rare, which features attack names in Japanese katakana, as originally revealed during the 2025 Pokémon World Championships in August 2025.

Noteworthy cards from the expansion include:

• 13 Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
• Six Tera Pokémon ex and 20 Pokémon ex
• 33 illustration rare Pokémon
• 14 ultra rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, Pokémon ex and Trainer cards
• Seven Mega attack rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
• 22 special illustration rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, Pokémon ex and Supporter cards

Cards from Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes will be available in the following products:

Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Collection (available Jan. 30, 2026): Includes two Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes booster packs, one promo card featuring a Trainer’s Pokémon, and one matching coin. Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collection (available Jan. 30, 2026): Includes three Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes booster packs; one rare-style promo card featuring Charmander or Gastly; and one sticker sheet featuring Mega Charizard Y or Mega Gengar, respectively, for personalizing laptops, tablets and other tech devices.


Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box (available Feb. 20, 2026): Includes nine Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes booster packs, one illustration rare-style promo card featuring N’s Zekrom, and various gameplay accessories.


Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Mini Tin (available Feb. 20, 2026): Includes two Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes booster packs, one art card, and one sticker card matching the tin’s art.


Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Premium Poster Collection (available March 20, 2026): Includes 10 Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes booster packs; one Mega attack rare-style promo card featuring Mega Gardevoir ex or Mega Lucario ex; and one full-size, two-sided poster featuring a large print of the respective matching promo card.


Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle (available April 24, 2026): Includes six Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes booster packs.

Fans can also stay tuned for additional products from the expansion launching later in 2026.

Ahead of the release of the tabletop version, players will be able to play with Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes digitally via the Pokémon TCG Live app for iOS, Android, macOS and Windows devices on Jan. 29, 2026. Players can collect and battle with new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards and receive in-game bonuses when logging in to the app.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/MEDIA-ALERT-Pokemon-Trading-Card-Game-Mega-EvolutionAscended-Heroes-La

A press release for Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC revealing the Thunderclap Pokémon—Mega Zeraora was published on November 19th, 2025. The DLC will be released on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025. Images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Mega Evolution Discovered for the Thunderclap Pokémon—Mega Zeraora in Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC

Mega Zeraora and Its Electrifying Power Revealed in New Video

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Nov. 19, 2025 — The Pokémon Company group revealed details of a newly discovered Mega-Evolved Pokémon appearing in the paid Mega Dimension DLC[1] for the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game. The Mythical Pokémon Zeraora can now Mega Evolve, unleashing an immense surge of power as Mega Zeraora.

Mega Zeraora

The electric energy it stores in its body is equivalent to ten bolts of lightning. Protrusions on its forehead, chest, back, and the backs of its hands are where the electric energy is particularly concentrated. The protrusions steadily emit a pale blue light.​

Category: Thunderclap Pokémon​
Type: Electric
Height: 4'11" (1.5 m)
Weight: 98.1 lbs. (44.5 kg)

Mega Zeraora will appear in Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension, launching December 10, 2025, on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. To learn more about the Mega Dimension DLC, please visit the official Pokémon Legends: Z-A website.

[1] Full version of Pokémon Legends: Z-A or Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition required to use DLC. Sold separately.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension | Get Charged Up with Mega Zeraora!

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

A press release for Pokémon Pokopia was posted on November 13th, 2025 and announced that the game will be released on March 5th, 2026 on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will be released digitally and as a Game Key Cart. Images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Pokopia | Extended Trailer

YouTube Clip - Using Game-Key Cards on Nintendo Switch 2

New Details Revealed for Relaxing Life Simulation Game Pokémon Pokopia

Latest Trailer Showcases Key Steps for Building a Pokémon Paradise and Some Slightly Peculiar Pokémon

BELLEVUE, Wash. – Nov. 13, 2025 – Today, the Pokémon Company group revealed an in-depth look at Pokémon Pokopia – a relaxing life simulation game releasing on March 5, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2 – via a new trailer on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.

A New Life from the Ground Up

In Pokémon Pokopia, players play as a Ditto that has awoken from a long slumber and transformed to look like a human. Ditto meets the peculiar Professor Tangrowth, who has been living all alone in a place where humans and Pokémon once lived—and appears to be wearing human tools. Seeing the withered grass and trees, Ditto decides to build the area anew by crafting items and learning moves from other Pokémon, creating a utopia for everyone to live in, one step at a time.

Building the Ideal Space

The player can learn moves from the Pokémon they meet, helping to create habitats where different Pokémon will appear. The moves they learn can also be used for other purposes, such as smashing walls with Rock Smash, adding more greenery with Leafage, going from mountain to mountain in a single leap with Glide, or travelling across water with Surf.

Players can also interact with the Pokémon they meet, including playing jump rope with Bulbasaur’s vines, having Charmander light fires, or teaming up with lots of Pokémon to build houses to live in.

Pokémon may come to the player with requests for making their environment a more comfortable place to live. Some will even have important requests tied to solving larger problems. Fulfilling these requests will lead to the development of the entire area.

Players can also look forward to switching up their look with different hairstyles or outfits, and crafting items or furniture to personalise their surroundings. Up to four players can also enjoy playing together[1].

Peculiar Pokémon

In addition to Professor Tangrowth, players will encounter other mysterious Pokémon.

• Peakychu: A pale Pikachu with drooping ears whose fur is a mysterious colour.
• Mosslax: Moss has grown all over this Snorlax’s body, and it looks as though a flower is blooming atop its head. It must have been asleep for a really long time.
• Smearguru: A Smeargle with vibrant colours splattered across its body. It almost looks like a painter when it uses its tail as a brush.

Please visit the official Pokémon Pokopia website for more information.
[1] Additional games and systems required for multiplayer mode. Any Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms. Games, systems, and Nintendo Switch Online memberships sold separately.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/New-Details-Revealed-for-Relaxing-Life-Simulation-Game-Pokemon-Pokopia

License Journeys for Pokémon UNITE launches on December 4th, 2025 and its a new system to unlock free Pokémon Unite licenses by selecting and earning license points via gameplay.

License Journeys—A New Way to Obtain Unite Licenses—Are Here!

On December 4, 2025, a new feature—License Journeys—will be added, which will give players a new way to obtain Pokémon Unite licenses.

Multiple times per License Journey, players will choose a Unite license they wish to obtain. Then, they can play the game to accumulate license points toward unlocking that Unite license.

License Journeys and Selecting Pokémon

Each License Journey will contain several available Unite licenses, and players will be able to choose licenses and then accumulate license points toward unlocking them.

Typically, each time the player selects a Unite license to work toward, they’ll choose from five available licenses. However, there will also be times players can choose from all the Unite licenses in the game.

Unite licenses for newly released Pokémon may also become available via License Journeys at the same time they’re released in the shop.

Obtaining License Points

Players can obtain license points as battle pass rewards, from random boxes, or as rewards from other events.

• Battle Pass Rewards
  • When a player’s battle pass level increases, they can claim battle pass rewards, and license points will be included in these rewards.
  • Some license points can be obtained via a standard battle pass, but players can obtain even more license points via a premium pass. This means premium passes won’t just include high-quality Holowear—they’ll also be a way to progress through License Journeys quickly.
• Random Box Rewards
• By completing missions, players will be able to open a random box that’s distributed each day. By opening these random boxes, players can obtain a variety of items—including, on rare occasion, Unite licenses, license points, and more.
• Other Future Event Rewards

Discontinuing Aeos Coins

With the introduction of License Journeys, Aeos coins will no longer be distributed, and their use in the shop will be discontinued. Until then, you can use previously earned Aeos coins at the shop, and after License Journeys are introduced, we plan to implement ways to exchange previously earned Aeos coins for license points.

Please see below for more information about when Aeos coins will discontinue and how to use them.

Discontinuation Schedule

• As of December 4, 2025, Aeos coins will no longer be distributed, and the Unite Battle Committee will no longer offer Unite licenses in exchange for Aeos coins.
• If you would like to obtain Unite licenses via Aeos coins, please do so by December 4, 2025.
• After December 4, 2025, the Unite Battle Committee will, however, continue to offer Unite licenses in exchange for Aeos gems.

Exchanging Existing Aeos Coins

• As of December 4, 2025, an Aeos Coin Exchange will become available. Here, players will be able to exchange previously earned Aeos coins for license points or various items.
• Aeos coins and the Aeos Coin Exchange will remain in-game until May 2026.

Source: https://community.pokemon.com/en-us/discussion/20885/license-journeys-a-new-way-to-obtain-unite-licenses-are-here