Leaked documents detail why Junichi Masuda is no longer directing Pokemon games
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As more information comes online through a previous Game Freak hack, we now have insight into some behind-the-scenes happenings at the studio, including why Junichi Masuda is no longer directing Pokemon games.
You may recall that in 2018, Masuda indicated he was pretty much done with the role following Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu and Eevee. That has largely been the case – with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl as exceptions.
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Rumor: Pokemon Gen 10 details leaked, tentatively known as Pokemon Wind and Waves
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch 2 | 0 comments
New details about Pokemon Gen 10 may have surfaced, with leaks now supposedly making the rounds. They are tentatively going by the names Pokemon Wind and Pokemon Waves, which are planned as Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives. Everything stems from the Pokemon “Teraleak” that previously happened.
We’ll be sharing what’s been posted online after the break. Keep that in mind before proceeding. Note that some of the details are machine translations, so some tidbits may be a bit wonky. Also, some aspects may have change during development.
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The Pokemon Company issues statement after anime theme song was included in DHS video
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
You may have seen some unexpected Pokemon headlines this week after a video was posted by the Department of Homeland Security which featured the theme song from the Pokemon anime. That same clip also had some interstitial cuts of the show and mock-ups of trading cards for some of the individuals arrested.
Many who saw the video on Monday have shared various thoughts about the situation. Now, however, we get to hear from The Pokemon Company directly.
In a statement, the following was mentioned:
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More of the most mispronounced Pokemon names released
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Another round of names have been released that covers some of the most mispronounced Pokemon.
A few days ago, an image surfaced from the 2025 Pokemon Championships showing how Rayquaza is supposed to be pronounced. The intended way of doing so is with ray-KWAY-zuh. Some fans had instead been using Ray-KWAH-zuh, which we now know technically isn’t correct.
It turns out that a few other names were showcased during the 2025 Pokemon Championships, and now those have been shared online. Here’s the full list of mispronounced Pokemon:
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The Pokemon Company shares the correct way to pronounce Rayquaza
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
There’s only one correct way to say Rayquaza’s name, but it turns out that it’s one of the most mispronounced Pokemon.
During the 2025 Pokemon World Championships this weekend, one of the intermissions focused on the creature. It turns out that the correct pronunciation was provided here. So if you’re wondering how to pronounce Rayquaza, it’s ray-KWAY-zuh.
X user GlaxonXIII, who was in attendance at the Pokemon World Championships, shared this photo from the event:
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July 2025 Pokemon Presents official recap announcement
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The Pokemon Presents broadcast for July 2025 just wrapped up, and we now have an official recap announcement going over everything that was covered.
There was plenty of news for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, mobile, and the world of Pokemon and general. Pokemon Friends was announced and released, we got new looks at Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Pokemon Champions, and more.
Here’s the full July 2025 Pokemon Presents official recap announcement:
Pokemon Presents live stream – July 2025
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
The latest Pokemon Presents for July 2025 is about to start, and just ahead of the event, we have the official live stream. While the main event begins at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe, a DJ event with Pikachu is happening first.
The Pokemon Company hasn’t spoken about what we should expect to see, but these presentations are fairly predictable. Expect lots of mobile updates, but we should be getting the latest look at Pokemon Legends: Z-A and possibly Pokemon Champions.
Here’s the Pokemon Presents live stream for July 2025:
Pokemon Presents announced for July 2025 [update: runtime]
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Mobile, News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
May 28:A new Pokemon Presents is taking place on July 22, 2025, it’s just been announced. Information about specific timing of the presentation will follow later.
The Pokemon Company did not say what will be included in the Pokemon Presents event. However, expect Pokemon Legends: Z-A to be a big focus – the game just received an October release date. We’ll also likely get updates about ongoing titles such as Pokemon Unite and Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket.
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Pokemon veteran loses 1,000 hour save, 20 years of data after Nintendo Switch 2 transfer
Posted on 4 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
For years, fans eagerly awaited the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2, but for some, the transition hasn’t been entirely smooth. A few players are reporting issues involving Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, specifically with save data being lost during the transfer process to the new system.
A post on Reddit brought attention to the situation, with the original poster saying their save file had disappeared after the move. The thread quickly filled with similar stories from others who claim to have faced the same issue. One user, ThatOtaku26, shared that their lost file contained over 1,000 hours of gameplay and included beloved Pokemon carried over from multiple generations, dating back to Pokemon Leaf Green and Pokemon Diamond on the Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS.
Here’s what they had to say on Reddit:
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Pokemon logo creator reveals early and unused designs
Posted on 5 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Nearly three decades after Pokemon made its debut in the west, the creator of the franchise’s logo has come forward and revealed some early designs that were left on the cutting room floor. IGN relayed the images and news this week.
Many years ago, Chris Maple – through his company Media Design – received a phone call from the secretary of Nintendo of America president Minoru Arakawa. Maple was asked to come over for a visit, with the only information given is that the company wanted him to work on a new game.
