Pokémon 20th Anniversary!

Today is the 20th anniversary of Pokémon! You can check out the official Pokémon website here. You can also use the #Pokemon20 on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

This year, lots of new products are coming out!

       

Merchandise

Limited edition New Nintendo 3DS bundles are coming out. They will come with Pokémon Red or Pokémon Blue preinstalled. The bundles will come with special faceplates featuring artwork from the original box art of Red and Blue version, which is pretty cool.

Europeans will also be able to purchase special 2DS bundles, featuring red, blue or yellow consoles and a copy of either Red, Blue or Yellow.

Some cuddly toys are coming out too, and they will be released throughout the year. There will be a new “Champion” version of the Pokémon Trainer Red Nendoroid figure, this time including Charizard, Venusaur and Blastoise.

Movies

The first three Pokémon movies are going to be digitally remastered and available for download online later in the year from iTune, Google Play or Amazon Instant Video.

Trading Card Game

Over the year new products will be released. Amongst these are Mythical Pokémon Collection booster boxes, Red & Blue Collection booster boxes featuring special Venusaur EX, Blastoise, Charizard EX and Pikachu EX cards and finally special 20th Anniversary TCG accessories.

Games and apps

Two new games are to be released this year: Pokémon Go and Pokkén Tournament. There may also be some main games coming along!

Distributions

Distributions will be happening throughout the year! Mark them in your calendar so you remember!

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