Pokémon Presents and Pokémon Day: Live Coverage and Everything You Need to Know

We'll be covering today's Pokémon Presents presentation as well as Pokémon Day.

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Pokémon Presents 2024 Event Recap and Details

Below are the items that were discussed throughout 2024's Pokémon Presents presentation. We will be adding details to the list throughout the day!

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Image: The Pokémon Company

Get ready to mark your calendars, Pokémon trainers! Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are rolling out the red carpet for Pokémon Day with a bang, introducing a series of jaw-dropping 7-star Tera Raid Battles. This is your golden ticket to clash with the iconic trio - Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise, each sporting the prestigious Mightiest Mark.

Imagine the bragging rights when you snag these titans for your squad. The adventure kicks off on February 27, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. EST, so gear up for some intense battles.

Event Schedule:

• A Mighty Venusaur: 2/27 at 7 pm ET to 3/4 at 6:59 pm ET

• A Mighty Blastoise: 3/5 at 7 pm ET to 3/11 at 7:59 pm ET

• A Mighty Charizard: 3/11 at 8 pm ET to 3/16 at 7:59 pm ET

Pokémon GO and Pokémon Horizons: The Series

Pokémon GO and Pokémon Horizons: The Series | Image: The Pokémon Company

Starting March 5, 2024, Pokémon GO is teaming up with Pokémon Horizons: The Series for a collab. Get ready to catch a special Pikachu rocking Cap's hat, flaunting the all-new Volt Tackle move exclusive to Pokémon GO.

And, hold onto your Poké Balls because Charcadet, Armarouge, and Ceruledge are making their first-ever appearances in the game. Plus, when you're out there snapping shots in GO Snapshot, Liko and Roy, the stars of Pokémon Horizons, will photo-bomb your pics to celebrate the series landing on Netflix on March 7, 2024. This is one event you won't want to miss!

Pokémon Sleep

Pokémon Sleep | Image: The Pokémon Company

Pokémon Sleep is set to introduce the Legendary Electric-type Pokémon, Raikou, in March 2024. Following Raikou's release, the app will also welcome the additions of Entei and Suicune, further expanding its roster of Legendary Pokémon. These updates promise to enhance the Pokémon Sleep experience, offering new adventures for players.

With the inclusion of Raikou, Entei, and Suicune, Pokémon Sleep is gearing up for an exciting phase that is sure to captivate trainers everywhere.

Pokémon Masters EX

Pokémon Masters EX | Image: The Pokémon Company

Get ready to party with Pokémon Masters EX as we hit the 4.5-year milestone, bringing in some epic new sync pairs to the mix! Keep your eyes peeled for Geeta & Glimmora and Silver (Champion) & Tyranitar, lighting up the scout scene with their own featured sync pair spotlight. And don't miss out on the master sync pair action with Sygna Suit Gladion & Magearna making a grand entrance.

Ever felt FOMO for not snagging Lillie (Anniversary 2021) & Lunala or Sygna Suit Lusamine & Necrozma during their last rounds? Well, good news - their Master Fair Scouts are making a comeback, so here's your second chance!

Dive into the current in-game event for a chance to team up with Riley & Lucario. Plus, snag yourself a sweet deal with a special log-in bonus of 3,000 gems, absolutely free. And for all you photo fanatics out there, the moment you've been waiting for is finally here - the game's much-anticipated photo creator feature is about to drop. Get your game faces on and start snapping!

Pokémon Café ReMix

Pokémon Café ReMix | Image: The Pokémon Company

Pokémon Café ReMix just got even cooler with a new feature that lets you snag Gimmighoul Coins by cracking some fun puzzles. Plus, there's fresh gear for Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly, so your café squad can look absolutely top-notch. Additionally, the first of a duo of bingo events has kicked off. Dive into these and you could be chilling with legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon as part of your café crew.

Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly outfit event period: 2/27 at 1am ET to 3/13 at 1:59am PT

Koraidon event period: 2/27 at 1am ET to 3/14 at 1:59am ET

Miraidon event period: 3/14 at 1am ET to 4/1 at 1:59am ET

Pokémon Unite

Pokémon Unite Updates | Image: The Pokémon Company

The following Pokémon are joining the fray in Pokémon Unite:

• Miraidon (joins today, 2/27)

• Falinks (coming in Apirl 2024)

• Ceruledge (coming TBA)

In addition, there will be a special event where you can earn Miraidon's Unite license. The event period is from 2/26 at 11pm ET to 3/23 at 7:59pm ET.

A special Pokémon Day Commemorative Event is also taking place from 2/26 at 11pm ET to 4/5 at 7:59pm ET. This Prize Machine Event allows players to get 10 Anniversary Balls per day at no cost, up to a maximum of 100. This is a great chance to get Holowear.

To finish off Pokémon Unite updates, a special promo code was released that allows trainers to play as Miraidon. Use promo code: POKEDAY24. The code must be redeemed before 3/31 at 7:59pm ET.

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket | Image: The Pokémon Company

The Pokémon Company announced Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, a new digital version of the classic trading card game, set to launch on iOS and Android in 2024. This initiative marks a significant step in transitioning the traditional Pokémon card collecting experience into the digital realm, aiming to maintain the longstanding appeal of Pokémon cards since their debut in 1996.

Developed in collaboration with Creatures Inc. and DeNA, Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket seeks to uphold the legacy of the Pokémon Trading Card Game by adapting it for modern audiences with a digital twist. President and CEO of Creatures Inc., Yuji Kitano, introduced features like Immersive Cards, designed to enhance the digital card experience by allowing players to feel as if they're stepping into the card illustrations themselves. The game also introduces a streamlined battle system, making it easier for players to engage in quick battles that fit into their daily routines. To further entice players, Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket will offer two free packs of digital cards daily, ensuring that players can continuously expand their collections without cost.

Pokémon Legends Z-A

Pokémon Legends ZA | Image: The Pokémon Company

Pokémon Presents unveiled Pokémon Legends Z-A, a new installment in the Pokémon Legends series, merging gameplay elements of Sim City with the Pokémon universe. Set for a worldwide release in 2025, this game marks the first mainline entry in three years, developed by Game Freak.

The title is set in the Kalos region, known from Pokemon X and Y, focusing on a unique "Lumiose City Redevelopment Plan". This new direction introduces a city-building mechanic centered around Lumiose City, the central hub of Kalos. Additionally, Pokémon Legends Z-A will see the return of Mega Evolution, a popular feature from the same region. This combination of traditional Pokémon elements with innovative gameplay aims to offer a fresh experience to players.

Nintendo NY Pokémon Day Exclusive Events

On top of all the great Pokémon Presents announcements, Nintendo NY is taking it up another notch. Fans visiting the Nintendo NY flagship store will have the chance to get a free Pokémon Scarlet and Violet-themed poster (while supplies last).

Additionally, the Empire State building will be lighting up yellow and blue in honor of Pokémon Day today. Don't miss out!