DEEP DIVE Mar 17, 2021
Episode 86: Twenty-five years of Pokemon
by Oscar Boyd
Journalist Tom Bateman takes us through the 25 year history of Pokemon, and how it has become one of Japan’s most successful and recognizable exports.
Business / Tech Feb 26, 2021
Pokemon still catching hearts as game franchise celebrates 25th anniversary
The game's nature imagery, varied characters and focus on building a collection are central to its success, according to one academic who has written extensively on the topic.
National / Crime & Legal Jan 6, 2021
Man arrested for forging prized popsicle sticks to win Pokemon cards
A man was arrested Wednesday near Tokyo for allegedly forging and sending out dozens of special popsicle sticks to an ice cream manufacturer so they could be redeemed for popular Pokemon cards by the company. Takashi Ono, 43, is suspected of attempting fraud after he ...
Digital | ON: GAMES Mar 2, 2020
by Brian Ashcraft
Nioh 2 has really demonic players; One Punch Man is late to the game, but in a good way; and Pokemon Mystery Dungeon ditches the trainers.
Digital | ON: GAMES Dec 2, 2019
Releases to keep the fans happy
by Brian Ashcraft
The crowdfunded Shenmue III is finally out; Pokemon Sword and Shield top the charts; and Capcom brings its best merch to Shibuya's Parco
Business Aug 13, 2019
Japan's popular Pokemon cards go Indonesian, with anime set to air as well
Pokemon Co. has launched Indonesian versions of its popular trading cards in the Southeast Asian country and plans to air its animated TV show there later this year. The company, which began selling the cards last week, is collaborating with Salim Group, one of Indonesia's ...
Food & Drink | DESSERT WATCH Aug 10, 2019
This summer, Pokemon get even cooler with themed ice creams and cakes
by Patrick St. Michel
This summer, the Pokemon Co. and Baskin-Robbins are bringing fans a variety of cool Pokemon-themed sweets.
Business / Corporate May 29, 2019
Pokemon Co. looks to cash in on 'Detective Pikachu' with Switch game, and make sleep more fun
Pokemon Co., partly owned by Nintendo Co., unveiled several new initiatives at an event in Tokyo, including a game inspired by the "Detective Pikachu" film for the Switch console and a new device for tracking sleep. The Detective Pikachu title aims to cash in on ...
Business / Corporate Jan 31, 2019
Nintendo Co. topped quarterly profit estimates on brisk holiday demand for the "Pokemon" and "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" games, but slower Switch shipments forced the company to cut its outlook for the gaming device. Operating profit was ¥158.6 billion ($1.5 billion) in the last three ...
Culture Dec 20, 2018
by Jason Coskrey
Many gamers began 2018 by teaming up with a garishly outfitted cat and rushing into battle against a big, angry monster. Some of those same people will usher out the year by punching Nintendo icon Mario in his famously mustachioed face. It was a good ...
Food & Drink | DESSERT WATCH Dec 1, 2018
Gotta catch 'em all: Mister Donut's launches two Pokemon-themed donuts
by Patrick St. Michel
Mister Donut is offering two special Pokemon-themed creations, a banana-chocolate-flavored Pikachu and a strawberry white chocolate one shaped like a red-and-white Pokeball.
Digital | ON: GAMES Nov 25, 2018
by Brian Ashcraft
"The Last Remnant" finally makes to PlayStation after an 11-year wait; "Disaster Report 4" returns since 3/11; and "Pokemon: Lets Go!" is set to bring "Pokemon Go" fans into home-gaming.