Rare deal has Detective Pikachu Returns for Switch down at $40, Super Mario RPG $30 low, more

Rare deal $40
Detective Pikachu Returns

While you can still get in on the all-time low now live on Super Mario RPG as part of the Best Buy 12 Days of Gaming sale, we spotted an extremely rare price drop on Detective Pikachu Returns for Switch today. The constantly updated Woot gaming sale is the gift that keeps on giving this holiday season (or for the last 3 months really), and it has now added Detective Pikachu Returns down at $39.99 with free shipping for Prime members (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This is a regularly $50 title that released last year and has yet to see any major discounts on Amazon outside of a couple third-party offers. Today’s deal is the lowest price we have feature since release and a notable chance to score a physical copy at a discount. 

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Pokémon takes over Monopoly just in time for the holidays, pre-order the new board game now

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There’s a new Pokémon game in town, except this one isn’t digital and it takes over the ever-so-popular Monopoly board game. That’s right, it’s time to embark on a new kind of adventure with the latest release from Hasbro — the Pokémon Monopoly Edition. This exciting new board game combines the classic Monopoly gameplay with the beloved world of Pokémon. This new board game is now available to pre-order on Amazon for $24.99 Prime shipped, with a December 20 release date set in stone. Head below for more details and a closer look to see if you want to snag one for yourself or that Pokémon fan in your circle. This listing also falls under the Amazon pre-order Guarantee, which means you’ll be charged the lowest price it falls to between now and release no matter how much you lock in for now.

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New Pokémon game officially coming to Switch Online next week

Heads up Switch Online members, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team is on the way soon. Nintendo has now taken to its official X (Twitter) feed to announce the latest edition to its Expansion Pack lineup just after the debut Zelda Four Swords, Metroid: Zero Mission, Perfect Dark, and the original Super Mario Land. The Red Rescue Team edition of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon will go live for members in exactly one week from today. 

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Pokémon’s new Twilight Masquerade TCG set is themed around Scarlet and Violet’s Teal Mask DLC

May 24 From $14

The next Pokémon TCG expansion set is being announced today. Just before Temporal Forces officially launches at the end of the month, the company is already turning its attention to the next set of cards – Masquerade. This upcoming set moves its focus over to some new additions to the franchise from the recent Pokémon Scarlet and Violet DLC. Packs are now available for pre-order, too.

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Hands-on: Pokémon TCG Temporal Forces is packed with new Paradox cards

The newest expansion to the Pokémon trading card game launches later in the month. I got sent some of the new Temporal Forces packs ahead of time, which feature fresh artwork from the Paldea region, new Paradox Pokémon, and the return of ACE SPEC cards.

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Best Pokémon Day deals: Collectibles, Trading Card Game sets, plushies, more from $11

50% off From $11

The Pokémon Day deals have arrived! It’s Pokémon Day 2024, the new Pokémon Legends Z-A game has been revealed, and now it’s time for some deals. You’ll find all of the details on today’s official Pokémon announcements in our coverage from this morning right here, but both Best Buy and Amazon have both launched sales featuring loads of Pokémon collectibles, toys, TCG packs, and more with up to 50% off in savings and pricing starting from $11 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. The deals include official Jazwares toys and official Pokémon Trading Card Game packs, just for starters. You can browse all of the Best Buy deals here and the Amazon offers on this page alongside some top picks down below. 

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Pokémon Legends Z-A travels to Kalos in 2025 alongside other Pokémon Day announcements

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Pokémon Day 2024 is here, celebrating 28 years of all things Pikachu, Kanto, and catching them all. The Pokémon Company is holding its latest Pokémon Presents showcase to mark the occasion. We’ll be covering all of the news from the event, including the new Pokémon Legends Z-A game and more.

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Pokémon’s just-released Paldean Fates TCG Elite Trainer Box falls to new $40 low (Save $15)

Reg. $55 $40

Amazon is now offering the Pokémon TCG Paldean Fates Elite Trainer Box for $39.92 shipped. This is $15 off the usual $55 price tag and marks a new all-time low. It’s one of the first chances to save since the set first launched back at the end of January and beats our previous mention from launch day by an extra $6.

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Pokémon and the Wand Company team up to release new die-cast mini Poké Ball replicas

Update: You can now buy the mini Poké Ball directly from the official Pokémon Center website.

The Pokémon Company today is announcing a new collaboration with the folks over at The Wand Company. The two have already been releasing some of the best collectibles for Trainers with the authentic Poké Ball replicas, and now we’re getting a new series of mini Poké Ball to collect.

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Pokémon’s new Paldean Fates Elite Trainer Bundle sees launch day deal to $46 (Reg. $60)

Reg. $60 $46

The latest Pokémon TCG set is hitting store shelves today! Paldean Fates brings a collection of all-new cards with some entirely fresh shiny designs for Scarlet and Violet. And to mark the occasion, Amazon is debuting the new packs with some launch day Pokémon Paldean Fates deals to help get Trainers in on the TCG action for less.

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Hands-on: Pokémon’s new Paldean Fates TCG set puts Shiny cards in the spotlight

The latest Pokémon TCG expansion set launches tomorrow with Paldean Fates. Ahead of time, I was sent over a bundle of the new packs, which feature Shiny Pokémon for the first time in the Scarlet and Violet area of the card game alongside tons of fresh full art designs, new Paradox Pokémon, and more.

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Pokémon announces upcoming TCG Temporal Forces expansion with new Paradox EX cards

We’re getting the official reveal of the next Pokémon TCG expansion today, as the company looks to feature some of its recent Paradox monsters. The upcoming Temporal Forces expansion joins the rest of the Scarlet and Violet releases when it launches later this spring in March.

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Hands-on: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s new Indigo Disk DLC is challenging in all the right ways

Last week, I got to play over an hour of the upcoming DLC for Scarlet and Violet. The Indigo Disk is slated to release next month, and a head of time I was able to dive in and explore Blueberry Academy, the Terrarium, and just how fun the focus on challenging Pokémon double battles can be.

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Paldean Fates brings back Shiny Pokémon as next TCG expansion set, launching next year

January 26 Shinies!

The Pokémon Company is officially announcing the next expansion to the popular trading card game. Debuting next year, the new Pokémon Paldean Fates set will be all about shiny artwork for new monsters from the Scarlet and Violet series.

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Pokémon’s just-released Paradox Rift TCG Elite Trainer Box falls to new low of $35 (Save $15)

Reg. $50 $35

Walmart is now offering the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Paradox Rift Elite Trainer Box for $34.99 shipped. Normally fetching $50, you’re looking at $15 in savings and a new all-time low. This is one of the first chances to save since debuting last Friday, undercutting our launch day mention by an extra $5. We go hands-on with everything new with Paradox Rift this time in our review, noting how fun some of the refreshed art is this time around.

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Pokémon debuts new 2023 holiday collection with latest Christmas sweaters, plushes, more

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The Pokémon Company is ready to deck the halls today, as it reveals a new catalog of festive apparel, home goods, and other gear. With a new lineup of Christmas sweaters joined by other winter wear, as well as home goods, plushes, and collectibles, you’ll want to shop the 2023 Pokémon Christmas collection before these limited-edition releases sell out.

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Pokémon’s long-awaited 151 TCG expansion sees launch day discounts from $50

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One of the year’s more eagerly-awaited Pokémon TCG expansions is officially hitting store shelves today! The new Pokémon 151 collection is fittingly going back to the original wave of cards, with an assortment of new prints for all the original Kanto Pokémon. And to mark the occasion, Amazon is debuting the new packs with some launch day Pokémon 151 deals to help get Trainers in on the TCG action for less.

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Pokémon announces next Scarlet and Violet TCG expansion with Paradox Rift

The Pokémon Company today is announcing the latest expansion to its trading card game. Marking the next expansion to the Scarlet and Violet TCG, Paradox Rift will be launching with a number of firsts for the collection when it hits stores in November.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s first DLC officially launching in September

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During its Pokémon Presents event today, the Pokémon Company revealed some new info about what to expect from the new Scarlet and Violet DLC. The upcoming Hidden Treasure of Area Zero expansion will feature its first addition to the game with the Teal Mask being officially released in September.

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Hands-on: Pokemon TCG Obsidian Flames puts fan favorites in the spotlight with Tera EX cards, more

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Pokémon TCG Obsidian Flames is set to officially launch next month. Ahead of time, the Pokémon Company was kind enough to send over some of the packs for me to open, giving me a first look at the debut of Tera Type EX Pokémon releases, fresh full art designs, and everything else that’s new for the latest Scarlet and Violet expansion.

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Pokémon’s highly anticipated 151 TCG collection launches in the US this September

The Pokémon Company today is back to announce one of its most eagerly awaited TCG expansions in recent memory. Channeling much of the same energy as the Celebrations line a few years back, the new Pokémon 151 collection is the first time we’re seeing the original first-generation Pokémon all reprinted in the same set together in years. Offering fresh new artwork of classic cards, we break down everything you need to know about the United States release below.

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Pokémon’s new Scarlet and Violet expansion officially arrives today with launch day discounts

Reg. $60+ From $43

The latest Pokémon TCG expansion is hitting stores today, with the very first set featuring cards from Scarlet and Violet now on shelves. Including the first set of cards from the 9th Generation of the franchise, launch day deals are now live that makes it more affordable for Trainers to get in on the Paldean action with prices starting at $43.

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Pokémon’s new Paldea Evolved TCG expansion includes Tera EX cards, Starter evolutions, more

While Trainers wait for the very first expansion to the Pokémon TCG centered around Scarlet and Violet due out at the end of the month, today the Pokémon Company is ready to give us a look at a new set coming later this year. The new Scarlet and Violet — Paldea Evolved set lands as the second collection from Gen 9 and packs all-new artworks, the Paldea Starter evolutions for the first time, new Tera EX cards, and more.

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Pokémon’s upcoming Scarlet and Violet TCG set launches on March 31 with pre-order discounts

Reg. $60 $49

Pokémon’s latest trading card game expansion is slated to launch come the end of March, delivering the first chance to bring cards from Scarlet and Violet to your collection. Complete with over 200 new cards featuring Pokémon from Paldea and beyond, the upcoming TCG expansion is now seeing some pre-order discounts courtesy of Amazon ahead of shipping at the end of the month.

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Pokémon’s new TCG Crown Zenith Elite Trainer Box now in stock with rare discount to $50 for Pokémon Day

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If you haven’t noticed yet, today’s Pokémon Day! In celebration of all things Kanto and beyond, today we’ve already covered what to expect from the future of the franchise from today’s Presents showcase. And while deals are already pouring in on games and collectibles, we’re taking a moment to really highlight an offer on the latest from the Trading Card Game. The Pokémon TCG recently saw an entirely new expansion hit the scene in the form of Crown Zenith, and now Amazon is marking down the popular Elite Trainer Box. Dropping to $49.98, this set just launched last month with a $55 price tag and is now resting at the best we’ve seen. It has largely been out of stock online, let alone at in-store retail locations, and is now just a bit more affordable. Head below for all of what to expect from the expansion, or just go score the box while it’s in stock and on sale!

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Pokémon Day deals: BOGO FREE Poké Ball collectibles, Switch games, and more from $11

Today only From $11

As you might have seen from our coverage of this morning announcement showcase, today is Pokémon Day. In celebration of all things pocket monsters, the Pokémon Company took the stage this morning to detail DLC for the latest mainline Switch games, classic card game re-releases, the Pokémon World Championships, a new sleep tracking app, and more. But with all of the new announcements, expansions, and upcoming new hardware releases, we are also tracking a host of deals on Nintendo Switch games, collectibles, accessories, and more. Head below for a closer look. 

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Pokémon Day showcase reveals Scarlet/Violet DLC, Pokémon Sleep, Classic TCG re-release, more

Happy Pokémon Day! Marking the 27th anniversary since Pokémon first launched for Game Boy in Japan with the Blue and Red games that started it all, today the Pokémon Company is taking to its usual Pokémon Presents format to reveal the latest from Kanto and beyond.

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Pokémon TCG Ultra-Premium Charizard Collection back in stock with drop to $101

Reg. $120 $101

Amazon now offers a rare chance to find the Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield Ultra-Premium Charizard Collection in stock, and with a discount attached no less. Dropping the price down to $100.99 shipped, this is down from the usual $120 MSRP that was just restocked direct from the Pokémon Center and arrives with $20 in savings. It’s also delivering a new all-time low, too. This Pokémon TCG box includes everything you need to get into the card game whether you’re looking to just collect or want to get in on the competitive side of gameplay. You’re mainly getting 16 TCG booster packs spread throughout the Sword and Shield series, as well as some themed Charizard add-ons. There’s three foil promo cards exclusive to the set, as well as a playmat, card sleeves, and some other gear. Head below for more.

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Pikachu and Gengar Pokémon Squishmallows are finally back in stock

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Last year, an unexpected but extremely popular collaboration was announced with the Pokémon Company tapping the likes of Squishmallows to bring some of its iconic characters to the fun plushie medium. If you know anything about either brand, it’s that releases don’t stay on store shelves very long, and so anyone hoping to bring one of the Pokémon Squishmallows to their beds or collections has largely been out of luck. Today that changes, as GameStop has refreshed stock on both Pikachu and Gengar plushies.

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Review: Scarlet and Violet deliver Pokemon’s best, only to be plagued by poor performance

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Today, the latest additions to the Pokémon franchise are finally launching with Scarlet and Violet now being available for purchase. We’ve spent the past week journeying through the new region of Paldea to see how the latest stacks up, detailing its bold new approach to open-world game and new mechanics to performance issues and everything in-between.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Switch OLED revealed alongside latest info from Paldea

Today, the Pokémon Company returned to its official Youtube page in order to share the latest look at the upcoming Scarlet and Violet. Including a first look at the upcoming limited-edition Pokémon Switch OLED, all-new region-exclusive Pokémon, and more, you can get the details down below.

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Pokémon’s 2022 Halloween collection arrives with all-new plushes, spooky TCG packs, more

Hitting September meant that it was only a matter of time until all of the frights of Halloween, and now the Pokémon Company is formally getting in on all of the spooky action. Today, we’re getting a look at the Halloween plans from Pokémon with an all-new collection of merch including clothing, plushies, collectible, and even themed trading cards to give out to trick-or-treaters on the big night.

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Hands-on: Pokémon Lost Origin expands the Sword and Shield TCG with gorgeous full-art cards

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While Pokémon fans wait for more news on Scarlet and Violet titles dropping later this year, the TCG side of the franchice is recieving a new update today. Arriving as its latest expansion, the new Pokémon Lost Origin set packs plenty of new full-art trainer cards based around Sword and Shield, as well just-released Radiant Pokémon and nearly 250 new cards.

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Pokémon Presents livestream details Gen 9 Paldea region, latest from Scarlet and Violet, more

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After last checking in with Pokémon Scarlet and Violet back in June for the official release dates and a first look at the new Legendaries, the Pokémon Company is back today with its latest Presents showcase. Detailing the latest news from Gen 9, we’re breaking down all of the announcements from today’s virtual event now that the upcoming games are available for pre-order.

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Pokémon’s new Professor Juniper bundle sees first discount to $37 with 7 TCG booster packs

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After seeing the latest Pokémon TCG expansion land last month with Astral Radiance, the Pokémon Company is looking to hold over Trainers eager for the next wave of cards with a unique new bundle. Seeing its first discount today, Amazon is now offering the Professor Juniper Premium Tournament Collection for $37.41 shipped. Down from $40, this one has been harder to find on store shelves and is a rare chance to save on the latest from Pokémon in any capacity. Packed into a milk carton-style box, the Professor Juniper pack is centered around the Pokémon Professor from Unova and features seven booster packs on top of some promo cards and other accessories.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet release dates announced alongside new Gen 9 Legendaries

After being announced back in February, The Pokémon Company is finally giving Trainers an update on what to expect from the upcoming Scarlet and Violet titles. In a new showcase today, we’re getting a look at updated gameplay footage and even all-new Pokémon to go alongside release date confirmations for both of the upcoming Gen 9 titles.

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Pokémon Astral Radiance TCG officially available with launch day deals from $42

Launch day From $42

Today, the latest expansion to the Pokémon TCG drops and Amazon is getting in on the new release with a pair of launch day discounts. If you’ve been waiting to unwrap all of the new Pokémon Legends: Arceus-inspired cards from Astral Radiance, both the trainer box and booster box are now on sale. A great place to dive in is the Elite Trainer Box, which is now down to $42.15 shipped. Normally fetching $52, this one is seeing a launch day discount for the first time at $10 off while giving you a rare chance to save on the latest TCG right on day one. Especially considering how hard it has been to find Pokémon cards on store shelves, these savings today can go a long way. Dive into our hands-on review for what to expect and then head below for all of the details on this price cut.

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Hands-on: Pokémon’s Astral Radiance TCG expansion excites with all-new Hisuian artworks

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After first being revealed back in March, today we’re going hands-on with the new Pokémon Astral Radiance. Slated to release later this month, the latest expansion to the Pokémon TCG is the first to bring new forms and artwork from Legends: Arceus into card game with 180 refreshed or entirely new releases. So ahead of launch, we’re diving into some first impressions for the new cards to see how everything Astral Radiance stacks up.

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Check out the new 8-bit Converse Chuck Taylor Pokémon sneakers

Some new Converse Pokémon sneakers are about to drop. In the world of sneaker video game collaborations, many of designs tend to be, let’s say, a little over the top and not something someone might actually want on their feet. But the new Converse Pokémon sneakers buck the trend with an arguably more pared down, minimalist approach outside of the flashy, mostly flat colorways on display here. The crossover capsule collection will deliver four Pokémon Chuck Taylors, each themed after some of the most beloved pocket monsters in the long-running series. Head below for a closer look. 

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Pokémon Astral Radiance announced as latest TCG expansion arriving in May, pre-order now

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Today, The Pokémon Company is officially announcing the next chapter in its popular trading card game. Just after the launch of Brilliant Stars last month, we now know what awaits us come the summer with the official showcase of the new Astral Radiance expansion.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet announced as Gen 9 with a late 2022 release date

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Update: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are now available for pre-order at Amazon ahead of an expected holiday 2022 launch.

It’s Pokémon Day 2022, and The Pokémon Company is celebrating the occasion with a series of announcements on what to expect from the upcoming releases. Most excitingly is two new installments in the franchise, with Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet being officially revealed for Gen 9 alongside three new starters and tons of other information. Head below for everything announced so far.

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Hands-on: Pokémon’s new Brilliant Stars TCG set is now available, here’s everything you need to know

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Update: After launching on Friday, you can now lock-in a discount on Pokémon Brilliant Stars. The 36-pack Booster Box is down to $134.74 (Reg. $150) and the Elite Trainer Box is down to $39.99 (Reg. $45). Both are all-time lows and the first discounts.

Today, the Pokemon Company is officially dropping the latest expansion to its popular TCG. Brilliant Stars arrives as the latest set from the trading card game with an entirely new assortment of Pokémon based around Sword and Shield with some Legends: Arceus action sprinkled in for good measure. While stores will likely be sold out of the new cards, there’s still plenty of ways to get in on the launch day action at Amazon and other retailers. Head below for everything you can expect from the Pokémon Brilliant Stars TCG expansion as well as some highlights from the set.

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Official Pokémon Legends Arceus plushies up for pre-order: Cyndaquil, Rowlet, and Oshawott

We are now cuddling up for a look at the official Jazwares Pokémon Legends Arceus plushy characters. Pokémon Legends: Arceus is now out in the wild with mostly solid reviews and a bold new take on the classic formula. We caught a glimpse of the new themed HORI gear for the game, including the Split Pad Pro and some Switch carrying vessels, but now it’s time for a look at the new starter Pokémon in plushy form from Jazwares. Head below for more. 

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Is your Pokémon Legends Arceus order out for delivery yet? Deals, gear, details, and more

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Your Pokémon Legends Arceus delivery is likely already (or about to be) on its way so you can jump into the Hisui region as soon as possible today. Pokémon Legends Arceus launch day orders will be arriving at homes across the US at any time now, so you can finally explore the Hisui area of the Sinnoh region like never before. While not all pre-orders of Pokémon Legends Arceus will arrive today, many of them will, especially the digital copies, and it won’t be long before you start building out the region’s very first Pokédex and lay eyes on the game’s legendary Arceus Pokémon for the first time on your own display. If you haven’t yet ordered your copy, you’ll find the best prices below, along with some of the game’s themed accessories and more waiting for you. 

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Nintendo drops new 6 min. Pokémon Legends Arceus overview ahead of this week’s release

The new Pokémon game releases this week and Nintendo just dropped a lengthy six-minute overview trailer to go along with it. Pokémon Legends: Arceus has to be one of the most anticipated Switch titles of the year, and we are just days away from the official launch date this Friday. This is the next main line RPG in the series, and the first truly new Pokémon game we have seen since Sword and Shield released back in 2019 – the Shining Pearl and Brilliant Diamond remakes launched at the tail end of last year. Head below for a closer look at today’s new Pokémon Legends: Arceus – Overview Trailer. 

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HORI launches new Pokémon Legends: Arceus Switch accessories, pre-order now

Ahead of Pokémon Legends: Arceus launching come the end of this month, the folks over at HORI are showcasing a new lineup of companion Switch accessories. Geared towards helping make the most of your journey through the Hisui region, there’s a refreshed Split Pad Pro alongside other add-ons for Nintendo Switch. All of which is now available for pre-order down below.

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Pokémon Legends Arceus pre-order deals from $52, retailer bonuses, and new gameplay details

Reg. $60 $52

It’s time to take a look at Pokémon Legends Arceus pre-order deals, the latest details on the game, and some of the retailer bonuses. The long-awaited next entry in the Pokémon RPG series is some two weeks away from release, and we are starting to see some notable price drops available for folks looking to save a buck or two on what will likely be one of those Nintendo Switch games that rarely goes on sale. We also got a new trailer this week teasing some new creatures and the game’s crafting system, beyond what we already knew. Hit the jump for a closer look. 

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Happy Pokémon launch day, Trainers! Best deals and more on Shining Pearl and Brilliant Diamond

Happy Pokémon launch day, Trainers! Pokémon Shining Pearl and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond are officially out in the wild. If you’re still looking to secure a copy of Pokémon Shining Pearl and/or Brilliant Diamond, we’ve put together some handy links to do so below with some great ways to potentially save some cash on day one alongside some of the latest collectibles and more for all of the Trainers on your holiday shopping list.

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