Pokémon Bank, the popular cloud-based storage application for Pokémon trainers, received a substantial update last week, extending compatibility to the latest entries in the series, Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon.
Developed by Game Freak and released worldwide on the Nintendo 3DS, these celebrated titles now allow players to transfer and store their entire Pokémon collection using Pokémon Bank, enhancing connectivity across generations. Game Freak marked this milestone update in a light-hearted fashion, with director Junichi Masuda participating in a Pokémon naming challenge.
During the event, Masuda was tasked with naming as many Pokémon as possible within a 20-second time limit.
Rather than focusing on the latest Nintendo 3DS exclusives—Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon—Masuda opted to test his memory with the classic original 151 Pokémon from Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow.
True to his reputation, he performed admirably, though the challenge's playful nature led to a few laughs and precious seconds lost as the clock wound down. This update further solidifies Pokémon Bank’s critical role in the Nintendo ecosystem, offering trainers a streamlined way to maintain their Pokémon collections as new games are released.
Originally launched in December 2013 for the Nintendo 3DS, Pokémon Bank has undergone several significant updates over its life cycle, ensuring ongoing support for both legacy titles and newly released blockbusters. Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon, released globally for the Nintendo 3DS in November 2016, quickly became some of the platform’s best-selling titles, with more than 16 million units sold worldwide according to Nintendo’s official sales data.
By integrating these titles into Pokémon Bank, Game Freak and Nintendo are reinforcing their commitment to providing a seamless, unified experience for dedicated fans and competitive battlers alike. With the updated Pokémon Bank now live on the Nintendo eShop, trainers can transfer their Pokémon from earlier titles—including Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow—to the latest adventures.
This development ensures that the passion for collection, competition, and nostalgia remains at the heart of the franchise.
Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon are both available exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, inviting players old and new to explore the Alola region and take advantage of enhanced connectivity.
Developed by Game Freak and released worldwide on the Nintendo 3DS, these celebrated titles now allow players to transfer and store their entire Pokémon collection using Pokémon Bank, enhancing connectivity across generations. Game Freak marked this milestone update in a light-hearted fashion, with director Junichi Masuda participating in a Pokémon naming challenge.
During the event, Masuda was tasked with naming as many Pokémon as possible within a 20-second time limit.
Rather than focusing on the latest Nintendo 3DS exclusives—Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon—Masuda opted to test his memory with the classic original 151 Pokémon from Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow.
True to his reputation, he performed admirably, though the challenge's playful nature led to a few laughs and precious seconds lost as the clock wound down. This update further solidifies Pokémon Bank’s critical role in the Nintendo ecosystem, offering trainers a streamlined way to maintain their Pokémon collections as new games are released.
Originally launched in December 2013 for the Nintendo 3DS, Pokémon Bank has undergone several significant updates over its life cycle, ensuring ongoing support for both legacy titles and newly released blockbusters. Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon, released globally for the Nintendo 3DS in November 2016, quickly became some of the platform’s best-selling titles, with more than 16 million units sold worldwide according to Nintendo’s official sales data.
By integrating these titles into Pokémon Bank, Game Freak and Nintendo are reinforcing their commitment to providing a seamless, unified experience for dedicated fans and competitive battlers alike. With the updated Pokémon Bank now live on the Nintendo eShop, trainers can transfer their Pokémon from earlier titles—including Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow—to the latest adventures.
This development ensures that the passion for collection, competition, and nostalgia remains at the heart of the franchise.
Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon are both available exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, inviting players old and new to explore the Alola region and take advantage of enhanced connectivity.
