Build-A-Bear Adds Yamper Plush to Pokémon Collection: Available Now Online
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Published on: January 26, 2025
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Build-A-Bear Workshop Expands Pokémon Plush Lineup With Yamper From Pokémon Sword and Shield
Build-A-Bear Workshop continues to delight Pokémon fans and Nintendo collectors alike by expanding its highly popular Pokémon plush collection, now featuring Yamper, the Electric-type Pokémon first introduced in the Galar Region during the Pokémon Sword and Shield era.
This news arrives as enthusiasts worldwide seek new ways to celebrate their favorite creatures from the Nintendo Switch hit and beyond, reinforcing Build-A-Bear’s role as a leading provider of premium licensed gaming merchandise.
Yamper Joins the Pokémon Plush Line
Available for online purchase, the Yamper plush is bundled with exclusive accessories that emphasize both playability and collectability.
The complete bundle includes the 5-in-1 sound chip, a vibrant yellow cape, and a themed bandana, retailing for $65 USD or the regional equivalent through the Build-A-Bear Workshop’s official e-commerce platform.
This comprehensive package allows fans of all ages to bring the energetic Electric-type Pokémon into their collections with flair.
Pokémon Community Announcement
In an official announcement on social media, Build-A-Bear Workshop shared, "Our Yamper plush is here and ready to play! Add this Electric-type Pokémon to your line-up, now available online." The release builds on the company’s ongoing partnership with The Pokémon Company International, which has enabled fans to create and customize high-quality plush versions of their favorite Pokémon since 2015.
Previous Releases and Lineup History
Yamper joins an already impressive lineup that includes previous favorites such as Cubone, Mimikyu, Bidoof, and Fuecoco.
These plush toys represent a variety of regions and generations from the expansive Pokémon franchise, giving fans the opportunity to curate diverse collections featuring both rare and popular species.
Beyond Pokémon, Build-A-Bear Workshop has also collaborated with major franchises, previously releasing plush based on the Sonic the Hedgehog movie series, thereby further cementing its presence within gaming and pop culture communities.
The Pokémon Sword and Shield generation, where Yamper made its debut on Nintendo Switch, remains one of the most influential entries in the series.
Its commercial success on the Nintendo Switch and digital availability via the eShop have significantly contributed to the franchise’s renewed global momentum.
Collectors and fans interested in the new Yamper plush can find more details and make purchases directly through buildabear.com, with worldwide shipping options available.
As Build-A-Bear continues to expand its roster of Pokémon, both new and seasoned Nintendo fans have more ways than ever to bring iconic creatures into their homes.
For ongoing updates on Build-A-Bear’s collaborations and the latest Pokémon merchandise launches, stay tuned to official Nintendo news outlets and the Build-A-Bear Workshop website.
