Mario and Pokemon getting Labyrinth board game adaptations
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The classic board game Labyrinth will soon have new adaptations of Mario and Pokemon, retailer listings reveal.
For those that are unaware, Labyrinth has been around for 35 years. The board game involves shifting the maze and moving along the path in hopes of getting the characters on your cards while blocking your opponents. If you’re the first to find all of your characters and make it back to the starting place, you’ll be the winner. It’s said to be easy enough for kids to play but fun for adults as well.
Pokemon Evolutions animated series revealed
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The Pokemon Company International today revealed “Pokémon Evolutions,” a new, limited animated series created in celebration of the franchise’s 25th anniversary.
Here’s what fans can expect:
Pokemon TV app has just released on Switch
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Without any prior notice, a Pokemon TV app has just released on Switch. It can be downloaded digitally through the eShop.
According to the product description, a bunch of different video content can be accessed here. There are “hundreds of episodes” to watch from anime, full seasons included. That’s on top of animated specials as well as Pokemon Trading Card Game and video game competitions. There will be new content to watch on a regular basis.
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Build-A-Bear Umbreon revealed, orders live
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Gen 2 Pokemon fans will be happy to hear that Umbreon is now getting the Build-A-Bear treatment. By ordering the online bundle, you’ll receive the plush with 5-in-1-sound, sleeper, and cape accessories.
Here’s the official product description and where to order:
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Espeon gets the Build-A-Bear treatment
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Another Pokemon is receiving the Build-A-Bear treatment. Espeon, an evolution of Eevee, is now available as a plushie from the retailer.
Here’s some additional information:
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Netflix developing new Pokemon live-action series
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According to a Variety report, Netflix has started development on a new live-action Pokemon series. Specifics regarding the plot are not yet known as the project is in its early stages.
Variety does say that Joe Henderson will serve as a writer and executive producer. Henderson has been a co-showrunner and executive producer on Lucifer, another show from Netflix.
Netflix has been home to the Pokemon anime, and all of the latest episodes can be viewed on the service now.
The Pokemon Company achieved record profits in 2020
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The Pokemon Company reported its latest financial results today, showing that 2020 was quite a good year for the legendary franchise.
For the year ended on February 28, 2021, sales came in at 120 billion yen ($1.1 billion). Operating profit stood at 27.8 billion yen ($254 million) and net profit was at 18.6 billion yen ($170 million).
Here’s a chart comparing net income in euros:
Rumor: Pokemon Presents taking place in early June
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Pokemon is no stranger to presentations in June. Over the past few years, we’ve seen Pokemon Presents broadcasts as well as Pokemon Directs. Rumor has it that we’ll be seeing something similar next month once again.
According to Twitter user Kelios, plans are in the works to air a new Pokemon Presents in early June. Fans can apparently expect news on Pokemon Unite as well as the release date for Pokemon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl.
Kelios accurately predicted a new Pokemon presentation for Pokemon Day back in February and spread the news regarding Pokemon Legends: Arceus just before the official reveal. He was also aware of a Nintendo broadcast last July, which would turn out to be a Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase.
Scorbunny joins Build-A-Bear, now available to order
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The Pokemon Build-a-Bear line expands today with its latest addition. Scorbunny, who was first featured in Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield, is now up for grabs.
The online bundle includes:
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Pokemon Presents – February 2021 recap announcement
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The Pokemon Company has delivered an announcement recapping all of the news from today’s Pokemon Presents presentation, including New Pokemon Snap, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl and Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Check it out below.
