The Pokémon Company announced that Part 1, Bubbly Basin, of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass will launch on Wednesday, August 5, 2026!
The company unveiled new elements for Expansion Pass Part 1 alongside the latest information on Part 2.
Bubbly Basin Launch Confirmed for August 5! Latest Information on Expansion Pass Part 1 Released
The launch of Bubbly Basin, Part 1 of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass, is confirmed for the morning of Wednesday, August 5, 2026!
To celebrate the launch, The Pokémon Company also released a special video for Bubbly Basin.
Let's take a look at the world of Pokémon Pokopia expanding deep into the sea!
Town-Building Expands Further in Bubbly Basin! Latest Info on Expansion Pass Part 1
Expansion Pass Part 1, Bubbly Basin, introduces numerous features for players to enjoy!
Here is the latest information revealed this time.
Bubbly Basin, Arriving Together with Popplio
Ditto arrives in the new town, Bubbly Basin, together with Popplio.
By fulfilling requests from various Pokémon you meet in the ocean, including Popplio, the town will gradually develop!
Watermelon, a Newly Cultivatable Food
Watermelon makes its debut in Bubbly Basin.
Seedlings planted in underwater fields will grow when Mudkip and other Pokémon adept at Water blow bubbles and provide air.
Additionally, having Pokémon adept at Grow help out can even speed up plant growth!
Town-Building Unique to the Sea with Buoyant Blocks
By using the newly introduced buoyant blocks, you can build structures that float underwater!
Enjoy three-dimensional town-building unique to the ocean together with Pokémon adept at underwater construction.
Bubble Machines That Generate Bubbles When Electricity Flows Through Them
Pokémon adept at Generate, such as Chinchou, can also channel electricity into underwater machinery.
Turn on streetlights, operate bubble machines that generate bubbles, and more.
Send electricity to various devices to make the seafloor town even more lively!
Enjoy Life and Adventures Under the Sea! What You Can Do in Bubbly Basin
Here is an introduction to the underwater life and adventures you can experience in Bubbly Basin.
Stylish Room Decorating Underwater with New Furniture
New furniture perfectly suited for an underwater town will make its appearance.
Decorate your room to your liking and enrich your seafloor life spent with Pokémon.
By building the Sharpedo submarine, you can even create a room with a secret base-like atmosphere!
Adventures That Expand Even Further
Darkness spreads across the deep sea continuing beyond the seafloor hole.
Relying on glowing coral, you'll be able to enjoy thrilling adventures with Pokémon.
Obtaining Starmie-shaped items will allow you to travel to Dream Islands that you couldn't visit before.
You can also swim and play together in the waters of Dream Islands in multiplayer.
In addition, there are new dishes like Smoothie, new outfits, a powered-up move Surf, and newly appearing Pokémon...
Expectations are running high for the various ways to play and enjoy in Bubbly Basin!
Latest Info on Expansion Pass Part 2 Revealed! Including Early Purchase Bonus Details
In Part 2 of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass, you'll be able to enjoy dressing up by wearing accessories together with Pokémon!
In addition to plenty of accessories, new furniture and Pokémon will also appear.
Part 2 is scheduled to launch in the winter of 2026!
Buy Parts 1 Through 3 as a Set! Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Now on Sale
The paid add-on content, Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass, is a set containing Parts 1 through 3.
Here is the release content for each part!
Part 1 Bubbly Basin (Releasing Wednesday, August 5, 2026)
- Addition of the new town Bubbly Basin
- Addition of Pokémon, furniture, and more
Part 2 (Scheduled for Winter 2026)
- Scheduled additions of accessories, Pokémon, furniture, and more
Part 3 (Scheduled for 2027)
- Scheduled addition of a new town
- Addition of Pokémon, furniture, and more
Don't miss further updates on Part 3, which will add a new town!
Expansion Pass Purchase Bonus! Get Dynamic Ditto Print Blocks and Wallpaper, and 30x Rare Pokémetal Ingots
When you purchase the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass, you can receive the recipe for the wallpaper and blocks dynamic Ditto print!
How to Claim
- 1. Purchase the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass
- 2. Open the Main Menu with the + button and select “Downloadable Content”
- 3. Select “Check Items” and then select “Receive” on the next screen
The Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass also features an Early Purchase Bonus!
If you purchase it by Tuesday, August 31, 2027, you will receive a serial code to get 30x rare Pokémetal ingots, which can be used for crafting and more.
How to Claim
- Purchase the Expansion Pass
- Receive the serial code via your Nintendo Account email address
- Enter the serial code in Mystery Gifts in-game
The serial code is valid until Thursday, September 30, 2027.
Check Nintendo Support for details on how to receive Mystery Gifts.
Bubbly Basin Launches August 5! Town-Building Together with Pokémon Underwater
Expansion Pass Part 1, Bubbly Basin, launches on Wednesday, August 5, 2026!
You can finally play Pokémon Pokopia underwater as well.
You can check details on the added content on the Official Pokémon Pokopia Website.
Check out the latest info on the official Pokémon X (@Pokemon)!
Take a deep breath and unwind as we go on a deep dive into the underwater town of Bubbly Basin. 🫧🤿 The #PokemonPokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC Part 1: Bubbly Basin releases August 5, 2026. pic.twitter.com/iJPgzteM0P
— Pokémon (@Pokemon) July 29, 2026
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Title | Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass |
| Supported Platforms | Nintendo Switch 2 |
| Distribution Format | Add-on Content (Digital Version) |
| Release Date | Dynamic Ditto print: Released Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Part 1 Bubbly Basin: Scheduled for release Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Part 2: Scheduled for Winter 2026 Part 3: Scheduled for 2027 |
| MSRP | 34.99 USD |
