The February 2026 Pokémon Presents event delivered a wealth of news and surprises, marking a monumental celebration of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary.
Hosted on Pokémon Day—February 27, commemorating the original launch of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green in Japan—this global video showcase unveiled the future of Pokémon across video games, trading cards, merchandise, and community events.
Below, we breakdown the key highlights, including major reveals for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and the latest developments from The Pokémon Company and developer Game Freak. ### Major Game Reveals: Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves for Nintendo Switch 2 The spotlight of the event was the announcement of Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, the next mainline entries in the iconic role-playing series.
Developed by Game Freak, these titles are set to launch in 2027 exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
Players will journey through immersive, windswept islands and shimmering oceans in an entirely open world—a notable evolution for the franchise. Fans can look forward to meeting three new starter Pokémon: Browt, the Grass-type Bean Chick; Pombon, the Fire-type Puppy; and Gecqua, the Water-type Water Gecko.
For the first time, Brazilian Portuguese will be available as a selectable language option, underscoring the series’ expanding global reach.
Additional details on character customization and first partner choices can be found on the official Pokémon Winds and Waves website. ### Pokémon Champions and Pokémon Pokopia Expand the Franchise April 2026 will see the launch of Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch, followed by a mobile release later in the year.
This competitive title will connect with Pokémon Legends: Z-A via Pokémon HOME, allowing select Pokémon to join battles and providing special rewards like Mega Stones for existing Legends: Z-A players. Pokémon Pokopia, set for release on March 5, 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, introduces a cozy town-building adventure with multiplayer features.
Up to four Trainers can explore and customize their towns together, further broadening the franchise’s gameplay possibilities. ### Major Events: PokémonXP and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships San Francisco will host both PokémonXP, a brand-new fan convention, and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships.
Registration for both events runs from April 2 to April 23, with additional single-day passes available later in the summer.
Event details, pricing, and exclusive championship experiences are available through the PokémonXP website. ### Trading Card Game and 30th Anniversary Merchandise To honor 30 years of Pokémon, a special Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion is set to launch globally in 2026, the first to coordinate simultaneous releases across key markets.
Additionally, classic remakes Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version are now available digitally on Nintendo Switch and the My Nintendo Store.
Collectors can also enjoy the Pokémon Red & Pokémon Blue Game Music Collection: Game Boy Jukebox, invoking nostalgia with music and sounds from the original games. ### New In-Game Content and Updates A newly discovered form—Mega Garchomp Z—was announced for Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension.
Through a special Mystery Gift event, players can unlock and challenge Mega Garchomp Z, earning a Garchompite Z stone for their collection.
Updates were also announced for ongoing titles such as Pokémon GO, Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, Pokémon Sleep, Pokémon UNITE, Pokémon Masters EX, and Pokémon Café ReMix. In a statement from Kenji Okubo, president of The Pokémon Company International, he emphasized, "Pokémon has long inspired fans worldwide, and this Pokémon Day is particularly special as it marks the beginning of our 30th anniversary celebrations featuring an array of exciting updates and new adventures for Trainers everywhere." For comprehensive coverage of all announcements from the February 2026 Pokémon Presents, visit the official Pokémon website or catch the full presentation on the Pokémon YouTube channel.
Hosted on Pokémon Day—February 27, commemorating the original launch of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green in Japan—this global video showcase unveiled the future of Pokémon across video games, trading cards, merchandise, and community events.
Below, we breakdown the key highlights, including major reveals for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and the latest developments from The Pokémon Company and developer Game Freak. ### Major Game Reveals: Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves for Nintendo Switch 2 The spotlight of the event was the announcement of Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, the next mainline entries in the iconic role-playing series.
Developed by Game Freak, these titles are set to launch in 2027 exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
Players will journey through immersive, windswept islands and shimmering oceans in an entirely open world—a notable evolution for the franchise. Fans can look forward to meeting three new starter Pokémon: Browt, the Grass-type Bean Chick; Pombon, the Fire-type Puppy; and Gecqua, the Water-type Water Gecko.
For the first time, Brazilian Portuguese will be available as a selectable language option, underscoring the series’ expanding global reach.
Additional details on character customization and first partner choices can be found on the official Pokémon Winds and Waves website. ### Pokémon Champions and Pokémon Pokopia Expand the Franchise April 2026 will see the launch of Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch, followed by a mobile release later in the year.
This competitive title will connect with Pokémon Legends: Z-A via Pokémon HOME, allowing select Pokémon to join battles and providing special rewards like Mega Stones for existing Legends: Z-A players. Pokémon Pokopia, set for release on March 5, 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, introduces a cozy town-building adventure with multiplayer features.
Up to four Trainers can explore and customize their towns together, further broadening the franchise’s gameplay possibilities. ### Major Events: PokémonXP and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships San Francisco will host both PokémonXP, a brand-new fan convention, and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships.
Registration for both events runs from April 2 to April 23, with additional single-day passes available later in the summer.
Event details, pricing, and exclusive championship experiences are available through the PokémonXP website. ### Trading Card Game and 30th Anniversary Merchandise To honor 30 years of Pokémon, a special Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion is set to launch globally in 2026, the first to coordinate simultaneous releases across key markets.
Additionally, classic remakes Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version are now available digitally on Nintendo Switch and the My Nintendo Store.
Collectors can also enjoy the Pokémon Red & Pokémon Blue Game Music Collection: Game Boy Jukebox, invoking nostalgia with music and sounds from the original games. ### New In-Game Content and Updates A newly discovered form—Mega Garchomp Z—was announced for Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension.
Through a special Mystery Gift event, players can unlock and challenge Mega Garchomp Z, earning a Garchompite Z stone for their collection.
Updates were also announced for ongoing titles such as Pokémon GO, Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, Pokémon Sleep, Pokémon UNITE, Pokémon Masters EX, and Pokémon Café ReMix. In a statement from Kenji Okubo, president of The Pokémon Company International, he emphasized, "Pokémon has long inspired fans worldwide, and this Pokémon Day is particularly special as it marks the beginning of our 30th anniversary celebrations featuring an array of exciting updates and new adventures for Trainers everywhere." For comprehensive coverage of all announcements from the February 2026 Pokémon Presents, visit the official Pokémon website or catch the full presentation on the Pokémon YouTube channel.
