The Pokémon Company gave fans some big surprises on Friday, January 27 during the Pokémon Presents livestream, which marks the franchise’s 30th anniversary.
The company introduced top games, mobile apps, products and much more.
Pokémon Winds and Waves head the 2027 lineup
Winds and Pokémon Waves, which will arrive in 2027 exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
Game Freak allowed fans to take a look at tropical archipelago environments featuring wandering Tropius, volcanic landscapes with Slugma, and a massive Wailord traversing the coast.
The company announced three new starter Pokémon:
- Browt: Grass-type Pokémon “Bean Chick”
- Pombon: Fire-type “puppy Pokémon” inspired by Pomeranians
- Gecqua: water type “Water Gecko Pokémon”
The teaser also showed a mysterious pair of costumed Pikachu, often called “Mr. Windychu and Mrs. Wavychu” by fans. This highlights that users can now enjoy customization options.
Pokémon Champions launch window announced
The company confirmed that Pokémon Champions’ competitive battle will launch in April on Nintendo Switch, while mobile versions will be ready to play “later this year.”
Game Boy Jukebox and classic titles
The Game Boy Jukebox, a miniature Game Boy device, also returned. The device is preloaded with 45 chiptune tracks from Pokémon Red and Blue.
Fans can purchase collectibles at Pokémon stores in the US, UK, and Canada.
Additionally, in March 2005, “Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness” arrived on the Nintendo GameCube while “Fire Red” and “Leaf Green” joined Nintendo Switch Online.
Mobile and TCG Updates
- Pokémon Go hosts “All Out” 30th anniversary event scheduled for March 7-9
- Pokémon TCG Gets First Simultaneous Release of Global Expansion
- Mew comes to Pokémon Sleep
- Anniversary sync pairs debut in Pokémon Masters EX
- “Legends: ZA” adds Maga Garchomp Z
With these updates, Pokémon’s 30th anniversary marks the franchise’s most ambitious event yet.
