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Take a Warp Pipe Down Memory Lane This MAR10 Day with Special Events and Missions Featuring Classic Mario Games

Nintendo Celebrates All Things Mario with Giveaways, Challenges and Deals Ready to relive your favorite Mario memories? Today Nintendo unveils a Mega Mushroom-sized list of ways to commemorate MAR10 Day this year – from competing for rewards to exploring deals on games to even attending special in-person events in honor of our mustachioed hero. Fans of all ages are encouraged to celebrate by playing all of Mario’s greatest hits, from classic games featuring Mario released on the Nintendo Entertainment System and Super Nintendo Entertainment System now available on Nintendo Switch Online*, to his newest venture into the Flower Kingdom, Super Mario Bros. Wonder. A full list of MAR10 Day activities is available at Mario.Nintendo.com. You can “Press Start” on the celebration now by checking out this special video that takes fans on a journey through Mario’s adventures over the years. That’s just the beginning! Here’s a bunch of ways that Mario fans can […]

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Pokémon Legends: Z-A Video Game and Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket App Revealed on Pokémon Day

Pokémon Presents Video Presentation Unveils Upcoming New Ways to Enjoy Pokémon and Updates to Popular Favorites Pokémon fans around the world have a reason to celebrate today as The Pokémon Company group has announced some thrilling news during a special Pokémon Presents video presentation. Held on the annual fan-favorite holiday, Pokémon Day, which commemorates the launch of the original Pokémon video games on February 27, 1996, this presentation has unveiled a whole new world of experiences for the beloved franchise. One of the highlights of the presentation was the announcement of a brand new video game, Pokémon Legends: Z-A. This highly anticipated game is set to release exclusively on the popular Nintendo Switch™ family of systems worldwide in 2025. Fans are already buzzing with excitement as they wait for this new addition to the Pokémon universe. But that’s not all, another exciting release to look forward to is the Pokémon […]

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Capri Sun Teams up with Nintendo

Capri Sun pouches and cartons to feature popular Nintendo characters Fans of Capri Sun and Nintendo rejoice! The two beloved brands have joined forces to bring a new element of excitement to their products. Starting now, select Capri Sun Fruit Punch, Strawberry Kiwi, and Pacific Cooler drinks will feature characters from popular Nintendo games such as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Pikmin 4. But that’s not all – the collaboration also includes an exciting “Slurp and Win” Sweepstakes with coveted prizes up for grabs. For the first time ever, consumers will be able to find Nintendo characters on Capri Sun packaging, making the already tasty drink even more irresistible. The winter promotion will run until March 31 in stores and at online retailers, giving fans plenty of time to snag their favorite character cartons and pouches. Whether you’re a fan of Mario’s racing skills, Isabelle’s adorable […]

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RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures Deluxe - What is your type?

Atari Poses the Ultimate Question: What Type of RollerCoaster Tycoon are YOU?

Let’s just do one final inventory check…wild, death-defying coasters? Check! Unlimited creative power? Double check! An all-ages treat for new tycoons and veterans alike? Check! With the recent release of RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures Deluxe, the RollerCoaster Tycoon series has been an enduring favorite among gamers, providing hours of entertainment as players build and maintain custom theme parks filled with thrilling rides, shops, restaurants, and decorations. From its inception in 1999, the title has grown to become one of the most popular and beloved gaming universes within the industry. The primary appeal of the RollerCoaster Tycoon series to its dedicated fanbase is undoubtedly its in-game customization options. Players can craft custom roller coaster designs, determine the layout and operation of their theme park, and manage finances by employing business strategies to maximize profits. Now, the fan base is made up of a vibrant mix of tycoons. The Tycoon HQ team has […]

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Catch Up on the Latest Pokémon Presents

Catch Up on the Latest Pokémon Presents

Highlights include release date for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet DLC, as well as a special in-game event featuring Mew and Mewtwo, Two new animated series—Pokémon: Paldean Winds and Pokémon: Path to the Peak—plus digital preorders for Detective Pikachu Returns, and mobile game updates Today Aug 8, 2023, The Pokémon Company International (TPCi) streamed the latest Pokémon Presents to fans around the world, revealing exciting announcements and new experiences across the franchise. Further details were also shared about the highly anticipated downloadable content for the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games, which were released in November 2022 as the newest video games in the core Pokémon series. Details from today’s Pokémon Presents are below. POKÉMON SCARLET AND POKÉMON VIOLET: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 1: The Teal Mask   The first adventure in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, the new DLC for the blockbuster Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, will launch on September 13, 2023 In Part 1: The […]

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Calling all Pokémon TCG collectors! This summer, show off your Pokémon cards and win prizes with the Pokémon TCG Collection Contest

Are you a passionate fan of the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG)? Do you have a coveted collection of Pokémon cards from the new Scarlet & Violet—Obsidian Flames series? If so, then here’s your chance to show them off and win prizes with the launch of the Pokémon TCG Collection Contest!

Organised by the Pokémon Company International, the online competition is open to Pokémon TCG collectors and enthusiasts in the UK, France and Germany. From the 9th of July 2023 to 8 a.m. BST on 1st September 2023, entrants can submit photos of their collections on the contest website. Every two weeks, a new challenge will be issued for fans to showcase their collections – ranging from Favourite Collections to Coveted Cards to Favourite Pokémon.

  1. Round 1—Favourite Collection: entrants can show off their favourite Pokémon TCG collections.
  2. Round 2—Storage & Display: entrants can show off how they store and display their Pokémon TCG collections.
  3. Round 3—Coveted Cards: entrants can show off Pokémon TCG cards that are special to them.
  4. Round 4—Favourite Pokémon: entrants can show off their Pokémon TCG collections featuring their favourite Pokémon.

Winners and runners-up from each round will receive exciting prizes to help them grow their Pokémon TCG collections – from products from the recently released Scarlet & Violet Series to TCG accessories. Visit the Pokémon TCG Collection Contest website for more information and all the details to enter: collectioncontest.com.

Don’t miss your chance to show off your favourite Pokémon TCG cards and win great prizes – enter the Pokémon TCG Collection Contest today!

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POKÉMON CONTINUES TO EVOLVE WITH NEW GAME EXPERIENCES, ENTERTAINMENT, AND PRODUCTS REVEALED FOR 2023 ON POKÉMON DAY

Announcements Include Unveiling of New Content for the Pokémon™ Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Games, Netflix Series Pokémon Concierge, Pokémon Trading Card Game Classic, Pokémon Sleep, and More Today, on Pokémon Day, the annual fan-focused, pop-culture holiday celebrating the launch of the original Pokémon video games on February 27, 1996, a special Pokémon Presents video presentation was streamed online to fans around the world. During the presentation, The Pokémon Company group announced new experiences coming to the globally popular entertainment franchise in 2023. Highlights included the reveal of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, new DLC for the blockbuster Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games; Pokémon Concierge, a new stop-motion Netflix series; Pokémon Trading Card Game Classic, a premium Pokémon TCG set; a much-anticipated update about Pokémon Sleep; the Pokémon GO Plus + device; newly discovered Pokémon; multiple in-game events for current titles; and more. Additionally, in celebration of Pokémon’s global fanbase on Pokémon Day, The Pokémon Company International revealed a digital mosaic in […]

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NEW POKÉMON, PICNICS, AND MORE REVEALED FOR THE POKÉMON SCARLET AND POKÉMON VIOLET VIDEO GAMES

PHOTOS: Official Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Partner Pokemon Debut at Nintendo NY Store

Ahead of the launch of the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games for the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Nov. 18, the partner Pokémon (Sprigatito, Fuecoco and Quaxly) made their official stateside debut this past Friday, Nov. 11, at Nintendo New York in Rockefeller Plaza. Trainers that missed their first appearance may also catch them at the midnight launch at Nintendo New York on Friday, Nov. 18. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the newest entries in the Pokémon RPG series, where players may explore freely in a richly expressed open world.

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In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Valentina P. and her mother Karina P. of New York excitedly meet the newest partner Pokémon, as Nintendo New York in Rockefeller Plaza celebrates the upcoming arrival of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the newest entries in the Pokémon RPG series, where players may explore a wide-open world at their own pace and traverse land, water and air. The games launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Nov. 18.

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In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, August, Cecilia, Elliot and Oscar C. of Ohio pose with the partner Pokémon of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet as they make their North American debut. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the newest entries in the Pokémon RPG series, where players may explore a wide-open world at their own pace and traverse land, water and air. The games launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Nov. 18.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Nintendo NY photo 3
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Israel R. and Bri W. of Brooklyn, New York line up at Nintendo New York in Rockefeller Plaza to meet Sprigatito, Fuecoco and Quaxly, the new partner Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. The Nintendo Switch games are the newest entries in the Pokémon RPG series, where players may explore a wide-open world at their own pace and traverse land, water and air. The games launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Nov. 18.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Nintendo NY image 4
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, fans meet the partner Pokémon of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet as they make their North American debut. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the newest entries in the Pokémon RPG series, where players may explore a wide-open world at their own pace and traverse land, water and air. The games launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Nov. 18.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Nintendo NY photo 5
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Diane M. and her father Austin M. of Brooklyn, New York meet the partner Pokémon of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet as they make their North American debut. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the newest entries in the Pokémon RPG series, where players may explore a wide-open world at their own pace and traverse land, water and air. The games launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Nov. 18.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Nintendo NY image 6
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Anthony C. of New York chooses Sprigatito as his partner Pokémon for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the newest entries in the Pokémon RPG series, where players may explore a wide-open world at their own pace and traverse land, water and air. The games launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Nov. 18.

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Nintendo Delivers Holiday Cheer to Malls Across the Nation with Wishlist Wonderland with Nintendo Switch

Nintendo is taking the wraps off a season of incredible fun just in time for the holidays! The opening of the “Wishlist Wonderland with Nintendo Switch” experience at 15 malls across the country gives consumers a fun, hands-on opportunity to learn about the Nintendo Switch family of systems and build their own personal holiday wishlist from a growing library of thousands of games such as Splatoon 3, Nintendo Switch Sports, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass*, Just Dance 2023 Edition (launching Nov. 22) and so much more! People can celebrate the Wishlist Wonderland with Nintendo Switch experience at the following shopping centers from Nov. 18 to Dec. 27: Market Location Address Atlanta, GA Perimeter Mall 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd. Atlanta, GA 30346 Boston, MA Burlington Mall 75 Middlesex Turnpike Burlington, MA 01803 Chicago, IL Woodfield Mall 5 Woodfield Mall Schaumburg, IL 60173 Cincinnati, OH Kenwood Towne Center 7875 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45236 Dallas, TX […]

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DEVON PRITCHARD NAMED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS AT NINTENDO OF AMERICA

Longtime Nintendo Leader Expands Responsibilities in New Role Nintendo of America today named Devon Pritchard Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Communications, following her tenure as the acting executive in that role since November 2021. A member of the Nintendo of America team for 16 years, Pritchard previously served as Executive Vice President of Business Affairs and Publisher Relations. While serving recently as the acting head of Sales, Marketing and Communications, Pritchard has overseen major Nintendo Switch game launches like Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Nintendo Switch Sports. Moving forward, Pritchard will oversee strategy and execution across the U.S. and Canada. “Devon’s years of leadership at Nintendo give her a deep understanding of our people, our products and our fans,” said Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser. “I have worked closely with Devon over the years and know she will use her knowledge of the brand and unique skill […]

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