Original: Rumors about a possible reveal of the first true Pokemon game for Switch have been swirling for a couple of weeks. Speculation pointed to an announcement this month. With just a couple of days remaining in May, the much anticipated news was finally delivered.

During a press conference in Tokyo, Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee! were announced for Switch. Both had been rumored previously.

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Pokemon Quest announced for Switch and mobile

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Pokemon Quest is coming to Switch and mobile devices, The Pokemon Company has announced. This is planned as a free-to-play, downloadable title.

Here’s what we know thus far:

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Pokemon press conference to be held shortly, news incoming

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The Pokemon Company has announced that a press conference is about to begin in Japan. News may land as early as 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET / 2 AM in the UK / 3 AM in Europe.

The conference is being held in Tokyo, Japan. There is no live stream as far as we’re aware.

Stay tuned. Note: news will be posted on the main site as it rolls in. This will not be a live blog.

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Upcoming Japanese eShop releases (6/7/18)

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Nintendo has updated the release schedule on its platforms for the week of June 7. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:

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First off-screen Hyper Light Drifter Switch footage, will have exclusive content

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Heart Machine has revealed that the Switch version of Hyper Light Drifter will have exclusive content. A new area will be included, and the team is also making a more powerful double sword.

Hyper Light Drifter will run at 60 frames per second and 1080p when docked. Achievements are in, and single Joy-Con play will be supported for co-op.

View the first off-screen footage of Hyper Light Drifter on Switch below.

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Pokemon GO update out now (version 1.75.0 / 0.105.0)

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Pokemon GO has once again been updated. For iOS users, the latest version is 0.105.0. Android players can download version 0.105.0.

The official patch notes are as follows:

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Mega Man 11 amiibo Edition coming to North America

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Update: Bumped to the top again. GameStop is now listing this for $49.99 as opposed to $59.99.

Update: Bumped to the top. Pre-orders are live on GameStop, and it’s confirmed exclusive. If you’re on mobile, the previous link may not work – try this one.

Capcom will release Mega Man 11 amiibo Edition in North America, the company has announced. It includes the game, the new amiibo, a “Stage Select” microfiber cloth, Dr. Wily logo adhesive patch, and a set of stickers.

Mega Man 11 amiibo Edition will be available when the game launches on October 2. Based on an in-store listing, it will be a GameStop exclusive.