Pokémon Day 2024: Pokémon Presents Livestream Celebrates 30 Years on Nintendo Switch
The Pokémon franchise is celebrating a monumental milestone as Pikachu and the rest of the beloved cast mark their 30th anniversary with a dedicated Pokémon Presents livestream today.
Developed by Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company in collaboration with Nintendo, the series continues to be one of the most successful and enduring in the gaming industry, with its continued evolution on platforms like the Nintendo Switch. In honor of Pokémon's 30th birthday, fans are being treated to a special Pokémon Presents event, streaming worldwide on February 27, 2024—a date long known as Pokémon Day.
This annual broadcast serves as a direct line to major news, new releases, and the company’s future roadmaps.
The event promises 25 minutes packed with reveals and announcements covering the entire spectrum of Pokémon games, updates, and more. The Pokémon Company previously announced that Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen, originally released in 2004 for the Game Boy Advance, are returning through the Nintendo Switch eShop.
This announcement was met with significant excitement from both long-time fans and newcomers, as it marks the first time these fan-favorite remakes will be widely available on modern hardware. In a statement provided by The Pokémon Company ahead of the event, representatives emphasized the importance of Pokémon Day to the community and hinted at "meaningful new content" aimed at both nostalgic veterans and a new generation of Trainers.
Although specific details remain under wraps until the broadcast, the company stressed that the livestream offers something for everyone across the series’ expansive titles and media. The Pokémon Presents livestream is accessible through The Pokémon Company’s official YouTube channel, providing fans around the globe the opportunity to share in the celebration in real time.
Below are the exact start times for key regions: - North America: 6:00 AM PST / 7:00 AM MST / 8:00 AM CST / 9:00 AM EST - United Kingdom/Ireland: 2:00 PM GMT - Europe: 3:00 PM CET / 4:00 PM EET - Asia/Oceania: 11:00 PM JST / 10:00 PM AWST / 1:00 AM (Feb 28) AEDT As always, the event is highly anticipated by millions in the gaming community, eager to see how the franchise continues to expand its legacy on Nintendo Switch, including potential new updates, collaborations, or surprises to commemorate three decades of Pokémon. With every passing year, the Pokémon series reaffirms its status as a cultural phenomenon—one that connects generations through games, competitive play, and multimedia experiences.
The 30th anniversary Pokémon Presents is poised to set the tone for another year of innovation, nostalgia, and excitement in the world of Pokémon gaming. Fans are encouraged to tune in to the official Pokémon YouTube channel to catch the entire presentation as it unfolds, and keep an eye on the Nintendo eShop for any surprise releases following the broadcast.
Developed by Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company in collaboration with Nintendo, the series continues to be one of the most successful and enduring in the gaming industry, with its continued evolution on platforms like the Nintendo Switch. In honor of Pokémon's 30th birthday, fans are being treated to a special Pokémon Presents event, streaming worldwide on February 27, 2024—a date long known as Pokémon Day.
This annual broadcast serves as a direct line to major news, new releases, and the company’s future roadmaps.
The event promises 25 minutes packed with reveals and announcements covering the entire spectrum of Pokémon games, updates, and more. The Pokémon Company previously announced that Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen, originally released in 2004 for the Game Boy Advance, are returning through the Nintendo Switch eShop.
This announcement was met with significant excitement from both long-time fans and newcomers, as it marks the first time these fan-favorite remakes will be widely available on modern hardware. In a statement provided by The Pokémon Company ahead of the event, representatives emphasized the importance of Pokémon Day to the community and hinted at "meaningful new content" aimed at both nostalgic veterans and a new generation of Trainers.
Although specific details remain under wraps until the broadcast, the company stressed that the livestream offers something for everyone across the series’ expansive titles and media. The Pokémon Presents livestream is accessible through The Pokémon Company’s official YouTube channel, providing fans around the globe the opportunity to share in the celebration in real time.
Below are the exact start times for key regions: - North America: 6:00 AM PST / 7:00 AM MST / 8:00 AM CST / 9:00 AM EST - United Kingdom/Ireland: 2:00 PM GMT - Europe: 3:00 PM CET / 4:00 PM EET - Asia/Oceania: 11:00 PM JST / 10:00 PM AWST / 1:00 AM (Feb 28) AEDT As always, the event is highly anticipated by millions in the gaming community, eager to see how the franchise continues to expand its legacy on Nintendo Switch, including potential new updates, collaborations, or surprises to commemorate three decades of Pokémon. With every passing year, the Pokémon series reaffirms its status as a cultural phenomenon—one that connects generations through games, competitive play, and multimedia experiences.
The 30th anniversary Pokémon Presents is poised to set the tone for another year of innovation, nostalgia, and excitement in the world of Pokémon gaming. Fans are encouraged to tune in to the official Pokémon YouTube channel to catch the entire presentation as it unfolds, and keep an eye on the Nintendo eShop for any surprise releases following the broadcast.
