Colt Pokémon Keldeo is available now at GameStop. Get him in Black and White, transform him in Black and White 2.
Meet the Brand New Pokémon Trainers
This year, a new Pokémon game, Pokémon Black and White 2, is headed to the Nintendo DS. The latest issue of Japanese magazine CoroCoro Comic revealed new details about the game, including the first images of the game's brand new trainers.
The Pokedex 3DS Walkthrough
A Pokémon: Black and White Pokédex is included in the latest 3DS system update. YouTube user CuddleofDeath gives a walkthrough, showing the various features and highlights.
There's More Pokémon Incoming, and It's Kinda Meh
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In late April, blurry Japanese magazine scans showed a new Pokémon title. It's late May, and that new Pokémon title is...
Will They Ever Run Out of Pokémon?
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There are 650 Pocket Monsters. That's a lot. So Game Freak, the studio behind Pokémon, should be running out of ideas for new Pocket Monsters any day now, right?
What Will You Find Inside Pokémon Black And White's Secret Egg?
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In the Pokémon Black and White cartoon, Ash will soon find himself the proud owner of a mysterious Pokémon egg. From April 27 through May 31, fans can snag their own Secret Egg from Toys "R" Us and play along.
Watch A Hockey Arena Evolve Into A Massive Pokémon Party
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Last month, 3000 German Pokémon fans partied in an ice hockey arena in Hamburg. They did this thanks to the efforts of the G-Pro Consult company, who did their part in promoting the new Pokémon Black & White by turning that hockey rink into a party center — and filmed the whole thing so we could see how one transforms a…
Japan's Pokemon DSi Portables Coming To America
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Forget for a moment that the 3DS is hitting U.S. retailers in late March. In early March, black and white Pokémon DSi units are coming to the States, each priced at US$179.99. The bundles were released in Japan last year.
There Are Changes Hiding In The Next Pokémon Game
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The average person might look at this year's Pokémon game and believe he or she is looking at last year's Pokémon game. The series evolves at the speed of continental drift, but this time, Nintendo says, the changes are big.
Japan Loves Buying Pokémon: Black and White
Pokémon: Black and White hit the 5 million sold mark in Japan, making it the fastest DS title to do just that.
The Next Pokémon Invasion Begins In March
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The Japanese have been raving over Pokémon Black and Pokémon White since their release back in September. When will North American fans be playing the latest Pocket Monster sensation? Nintendo nails down a March release date.
Does The New Pokémon Copy NYC, Ground Zero And All?
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New Pokémon game Pokémon: Black and White is set in the fictional Unova. According to the game's designer Junichi Masuda, it's modeled after New York, complete with Brooklyn Bridge, Financial District and Ground Zero?
Is Pokemon Still Gaming's Monster King?
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From Godzilla to Gamera, Japan loves its monsters. Pokémon, or Pocket Monsters, is no exception. But Pokémon's days as Japan's reigning video game monster ruler could be over.
Smugleaf Is A Better Name Than Snivy
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When Pokémon: Black and White was released in Japan, the three "starter" Pocket Monsters were called "Tsutaaja", "Pokabu", and "Mijumaru". Tsutaaja doesn't quite roll off the tongue. What the internet came up with did.
Pokémon Popularity Contest Shocker
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The Pokémon Company held a "Pokémon Popularity Contest", polling players on which Pocket Monster they want to meet in Pokémon: Black and White. The winner is not Pikachu. That Pocket Monster wasn't even second!
Why Are These Pokemon Words Offensive?
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Yesterday, a list of naughty words that can be entered in Pokemon: Black and White surfaced. Some of the words might be easy for Westerners to understand why they are considered offensive. Other words, less so.
NSFW Report: These Bad Words Are Okay In Pokemon: Black And White
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Words might be words, but some people are offended by certain words. That's why game makers — especially those making games for younger players — block certain words. Apparently, Pokemon: Black and White does not. WARNING: OFFENSIVE WORDS AHEAD.
Pokemon Black And White Rampage Continues In Japan
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On September 18, Pokemon: Black and White went on sale in Japan. Even in October, the game continues to barrel through the sales charts. Hot cakes, folks, hot cakes!
Would You Like LOTS Of Pokemon Music?
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Like, not some, a lot. More Pocket Monster: Black and White music than you would know what to do with. All Pokemon music, all the time.
There Isn't One Pokemon DSi
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There are two. On November 20, a pair of Pokemon: Black and White Nintendo DSi handhelds will go on sale in Japan. One is black. The other?