Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon just received a huge news blast today, but it won’t be much longer for the next update. It’s now confirmed that the next round of information is coming on August 11 / 12. That’s less than two weeks away!

News will drop at the following times:

– 6 PM PT (August 11)
– 9 PM ET (August 11)
– 2 AM in the UK (August 12)
– 3 AM in Europe (August 12)
– 10 AM in Japan (August 12)

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When Pokemon Sun/Moon launch later this year, Tomy International will be bringing out a Z-Ring item. Players who use a Z-Move will see that their real-life Z-Ring lights up, vibrates, and emits sounds to go along with what’s happening in-game.

We have a first look at the actual Z-Ring item product above. Check out the gallery  below for some related screenshots.

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The Pokemon Company has now sent out an official announcement covering all of today’s big Pokemon Sun/Moon news.

First, the new images:

You can continue on below for a bunch of information about the new reveals. This includes Z-Moves, Alola trials, kahuna, new Pokemon, and more.

London, United Kingdom: August 1, 2016— The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo revealed powerful Z-Moves in addition to new characters and Pokémon that can be found in the highly anticipated Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon video games, available exclusively on the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. These fascinating Alola region characters and Pokémon will appear in the latest generation of Pokémon video games that will launch in North America on November 18.

Z-Moves
Z-Moves are a new element that has been introduced into the Pokémon battles in Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon. Z-Moves are powerful moves that can only be used once during battle. The explosive force of a Z-Move is the result of both the Trainer and Pokémon releasing their full power together when their wishes resonate with each other. All Pokémon are capable of using Z-Moves in battle.

To use Z-Moves, two key items are required: a Z-Ring and a Z-Crystal. The Z-Ring fits on a Trainer’s arm, and Z-Crystals are set into it. If a Pokémon holds the same variety of Z-Crystal as its Trainer, the two will be able to resonate with one another.

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The latest update is in for Pokemon Sun/Moon. As part of today’s reveal, The Pokemon Company and Game Freak unveiled Alola Forms, Z-Moves, new Pokemon, and more.

Here are the new videos in both English and Japanese:

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Check out some screenshots of this week’s European Nintendo Downloads:

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Arceus can now be had for the Pokemon games around the world. The distribution has kicked off for Pokemon X, Y, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire.

Codes will need to be obtained in stores. Note that they can be redeemed until November 30.

Here’s the full lineup for different regions as to where you can obtain Arceus:

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To guide 3DS owners’ play this summer, Nintendo has released a Summer Gaming List. It’s meant to be “a video game version of all those summer reading lists you had when you were a kid.” The list “is great for any kind of player, whether you are a more casual gamer looking for something easy to pick up and play, or a serious fan ready for a challenging adventure.” It can also provide fans with knowledge about games for Nintendo systems.

Here’s the full list:

For the Action Buff – Kirby: Planet Robobot
For the Collector – Pokémon Omega Ruby / Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
For the Competitor – Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
For the Social Butterfly – Animal Crossing: New Leaf
For the Thrill Seeker – Mario Kart 7
For the Disney Fan – Disney Art Academy
For the Adventurer – The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
For the Nostalgia Lover – New Super Mario Bros. 2

And Nintendo’s explanation of the list:

“The list is simple: Just start with the game that feels best for you and work your way through the rest. You can battle enemies with Kirby while waiting for the burgers to be done in your backyard, paint princesses while playing in the park or unleash a Final Smash while relaxing on the beach. You can even race with Mario and friends during a road trip to your favorite summer location (just watch out for flying Banana Peels!).”

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Pokemon GO just received a new update this past weekend. And today, Niantic has issued another update for the game – at least on iOS.

Players should find that version 1.1.1 is now available. The patch notes makes mention of just two things:

– Performance improvement in Pokemon details and list screens
– Correct link for app upgrade

And that’s it!

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This week’s European Nintendo Downloads are as follows:

3DS Download

Alien on the run – €4.99/ £4.19 / CHF 5.39

Stickman Super Athletics – Special launch offer: €2.49/ £2.25 / CHF 2.75 until 22/08/2016, regular price: €2.99/ £2.69 / CHF 3.30

3DS Demo

Alien on the run

3DS Themes

Pokémon-Amie Substitute – €1.99/ £1.79 / CHF 2.80

Pokémon: Pair Art Set – €3.49/ £3.19 / CHF 4.90

Hello Kitty lovely apples – €0.99/ £0.89 / CHF 1.40

Hello Kitty gymnastic – €0.99/ £0.89 / CHF 1.40

Hello Kitty ice cream – €0.99/ £0.89 / CHF 1.40

Hello Kitty tropical – €0.99/ £0.89 / CHF 1.40

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This week’s Wii U/3DS-specific UK software sales are as follows:

Wii U

1. Mario & Sonic: Rio 2016 Olympic Games – Nintendo
2. Minecraft Wii U Edition – Nintendo
3. New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U – Nintendo
4. Mario Kart 8 – Nintendo
5. Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Warner Bros. Interactive
6. The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD – Nintendo
7. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze – Nintendo
8. Splatoon – Nintendo
9. Pokken Tournament – Nintendo
10. Super Mario Maker – Nintendo

3DS

1. Pokemon Alpha Sapphire – Capcom
2. Pokemon Omega Ruby – Nintendo
3. Monster Hunter Generations – Nintendo
4. Pokemon X – Nintendo
5. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
6. Pokemon Y – Nintendo
7. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo
8. Yo-Kai Watch – Nintendo
9. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D – Nintendo
10. Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon – Nintendo

Source: Chart-Track

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