Pokemonfans have something to look forward to, as the next Pokemon Presents is coming our way on February 27, just a few days after the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase.
You can watch the event at 06:00 AM PST on theofficialPokemonYouTube channel(which I recommend keeping an eye on for allPokemon-related news whether it be for the video games or TCG). The event is being held to celebrate Pokemon Day which commemorates the launch of the first games in Japan in 1996. Hence, it’s not unusual for the franchise to have a Pokemon Presents come our way on this date.
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What to expect
There have been rumors circulating regarding a potential Pokemon Presents and the new titles it might announce. However, we have no official information on what to expect just yet.
In terms of new games to announce, there are a few directions the franchise could go. It could give us another set ofLet’s Gogames featuring Johto favorites, or it could announce remakes ofBlack and White, which are part of the next generation of Pokemon games that haven’t been brought to the modern era.
IfPokemonhopes to release new titles, there may not be much time left if they’re geared toward the Nintendo Switch, as it has been predicted that thenext Nintendo console will arrive in Q1 2025.
Personally, I’m hoping for a newPokemon Arceusgame, as the change in gameplay rejuvenated my fatigued interest in the franchise. Of course, we may not be getting any new games at all and instead new content forPokemon Scarlet and Violet,Pokemon Go,Pokemon Unite, or the trading card game.
Past Pokemon Presents for Pokemon Dayhave been rather lackluster. Last year, theClassicset of TCG cards was revealed, as well as an animated Netflix series calledPokemon Conciergewhich I thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend at the drop of a hat thanks to its fresh take on the franchise and adorable animation style.
In short, if you’re aPokemonfan, keep an eye out for the event but don’t overinflate your expectations lest you find yourself disappointed.
