The first slow-life sandbox game in the Pokémon series, Pokémon Pokopia, was released on Thursday, March 5, 2026!
To coincide with the release, an introductory video for the game has been made public.
Pokémon Pokopia Is Finally Available! Enjoy a Relaxing Life
The long-awaited first slow-life game in the Pokémon series, Pokémon Pokopia, has finally been released!
To coincide with the release, an introductory video was published on the Nintendo of America official YouTube channel.
The video introduces a wide range of ways to play, such as taking commemorative photos at Plusle and Minun face-in-hole boards and relaxing in parks and forests.
Just watching the Pokémon enjoy cooking and the ocean dyed by the sunset warms the heart.
Decorate Your Home with the Early Purchase Bonus Ditto Rug!
By purchasing either the physical or digital version by Sunday, January 31, 2027, you can receive a Ditto rug via Mystery Gift.
The indescribable expression of the protagonist, Ditto, is charming.
The First In-Game Event "More Spores for Hoppip" Starts March 10! Become Friends with Hoppip and Its Evolutions
It was mentioned that events will be held regularly for this title.
The first event is "More Spores for Hoppip," which takes place during the following period:
- Period: Monday, March 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 12:59 p.m. PDT
You might be able to become friends with Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff using the special item Spores.
Additionally, Spores can be exchanged for picnic-themed furniture and other items, so let's collect many of them!
Weekly Icon Elements Are Now Available
Pokémon Pokopia Icon elements have arrived as gifts that Nintendo Switch Online members can exchange!
They will be distributed over four weeks on a weekly basis until Thursday, April 2.
The Hanzomon Line Becomes the Hanzo-Mon Line! A Special Takeover Project Is Being Held in Japan
An event is currently underway on Japan's Hanzomon Line train route, where Ditto appears on station platforms, inside station buildings, and even inside train cars.
This is a limited-time event until Sunday, March 15, so don't miss it!
The stations that will have special decorations include as follows:
- Hanzomon Station
- Oshiage (SKYTREE) Station
- Shibuya Station
Furthermore, hidden Dittos have appeared quietly in the city of Shibuya.
They are said to be lurking in five locations in total, so why not try searching for them?
Outdoor Advertisements Appear Nationwide!
Additionally, outdoor advertisements are currently being displayed on the SHIBUYA109 Shibuya Store Cylinder, the QFRONT building wall, and the Shibuya Scramble Square wall.
The PokoPoke Song TV commercial is being broadcast, featuring Peakychu, who makes their first appearance in this title, and the catchy lyrics “Poko Poke Poko Poke.”
Outdoor advertisements will also be implemented in six other cities, including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Hokkaido, and Kyoto, so keep an eye out for them!
By posting on X with the tag #メタモンいたもん (“There’s Ditto”) until Tuesday, June 2, you can encounter a Ditto-designed emoji on X as well.
You can experience Pokémon Pokopia in the real world too!
Check the Pokémon Pokopia official website for title details!
半蔵門線が、半蔵“モン”線に!?
3月2日（月）から3月15日（日）まで、半蔵門線とメタモンの特別ジャック企画を実施中！メタモンを見つけたら「#メタモンいたもん」でシェアしてね。
くわしくはこちら！https://t.co/X53ynszNp8 #ぽこあポケモン #半蔵モン線 pic.twitter.com/3wSJtoijyW— ポケモン公式 (@Pokemon_cojp) March 2, 2026
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Title | Pokémon Pokopia |
| MSRP | Physical/Digital Version: 8,980 yen (tax included) |
| Supported Languages | Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Korean |