-January 6, 2005-

Pokémon Trozei is expected to be released on March 6, 2006. According to Nintendo.com, "Pokémon Trozei features two single-player modes and two two-player modes. As an added bonus for Pokémon fans, players also try to add each of the more than 380 Pokémon featured in the game to their Trozei Lists." 

Pokémon Dungeon (new pic)


-December 15, 2005-

Official pictures of Pokémon Ranger for Nintendo DS from www.pokemon.co.jp!

 
Screenshots from Pokémon Dungeon for Nintendo DS!

These are some Pokémon you can team up with in Pokémon Dungeon. (Remember, there is no trainer)

Pokémon: Fushigi no Dungeon Blue
This game, now available in Japan, is a fusion of action and RPG. There is no trainer so you control Pokémon like Machop, Charmander, etc and explore various maps and dungeons. The game does not integrate the DS' capabilities, everything occurs on 1 screen and gameplay controls are basic. The battle system is turn-based however includes a lot of strategy concerning how your team is placed in battle in order to gain the advantage. Apparently there is a major glitch in which if you have any other game aside from the Red and Blue versions of this in your DS, your saved data could be erased. You can watch a video of this game at http://www.gamespot.com/ds/rpg/pokemonfushiginodungeon/news.html?sid=6140061

Pokémon Ranger
Pokémon Rangers are a group of people who defend nature from evil. In this game, which is another action RPG, you'll choose between a male or female ranger to travel around and thwart the malicious plans of enemies. While gameplay is seen on DS' bottom screen, you'll find maps, radar, and a list of your Pokémon. (Image found at http://www.pokemon.jp/portal/index.cfm)

Pokémon TCG
Although we can't understand Japanese, upon looking over the official Japanese Pokémon site (http://www.pokemon-card.com/), New EX Delta Species booster backs with Flareon, Vaporeon, and Jolteon on their covers have been released. Check out the Japanese commercial at http://www.pokemon-card.com/products/index.html#holon where you'll also find images of new Mew and Rukairo cards.

-November 19, 2005-

Pokémon Tourouze was released in Japan on October 20, 2005 for the Nintendo DS. It's similar to Tetris however involves the dual-screen and touch pen which is used to rearrange Pokémon upon landing in order to clear horizontal and vertical columns to win.

The game offers an adventure mode with a decent storyline and multiplayer options. The difficulty raises significantly as you progress in the game and more variables are added.

You can watch a video and read more on Pokémon Torouze at: http://www.gamespot.com/ds/puzzle/pokemontorouze/news.html?sid=6136314

-September 27, 2005-

-Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness-
Aside from improved graphics, battle animations have been redone for this game. You're able to trade Pokémon across through this game as well as each of the GBA games, however Pokémon with Shadow Attacks are still not permitted on the GBA.

You'll be able to select which form of Deoxys you'd like to use in battle.

Battle Disk and Battle de Bingo are 2 types of battle games included in XD: GoD, when you arrive at Realgam Tower. In Battle de Bingo, you have make a horizontal or vetical row with panels by defeating specific Pokémon.

You can find out all about the land of Orre and the new places to explore in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness by visiting: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shadow_Pok%C3%A9mon#Pyramid

-Pokémon Ranger-
Pokémon Ranger is expected for release in 2006 in Japan, before Diamond and Pearl. No US date has been scheduled yet. Pokémon Ranger is an action-RPG that ties in with the 9th movie. You play as a Ranger who uses Pokémon to protect nature and other Pokémon from evil. When linked up with Diamond and Pearl, players gain special bonuses.

-September 7, 2005-

-Pokémon XD: GoD -
The release date has been changed to October 5, 2005.

-Diamond and Pearl-
Nintendo DS's wireless capabilities will be put to use and will allow up to 16 players link together at the same time. But whether this is for battling, trading, minigames, etc, is not yet known. Its expected to be released in Japan in 2006, but a release date for the US is still unknown.

-August 22, 2005-
+Pokémon XD: GoD Updates+

Aside from the relic at the Celebi Shrine in Agate Village, you can also purify your Pokémon at a place called the 'Purification Hall.'

An evil organization is apparently behind the creation of the Dark Lugia, code name XD001 (Ultimate Shadow Pokémon).

The special XD GameCube skin you've seen is a free bonus when you pre-order Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness.

According to Wikipedia.org, there are additional battle fields that weren't available in Colosseum, including Cave, RockGround, and Oasis. Cipher returns under a new leader and several enemies from Colosseum return, including Mirror B. and his Peons and Gonzap.

- August 8 , 2005 -

On August 3, 2005, the Japanese soundtrack for the new movie
Mew & The Wave Guiding Hero - Rukario was released. The price is Ł¤2,520.

A few Pok¨¦mon that can be captured in Gale of Darkness include:
Teddiursa, Ledyba, Poochyena, Houndoom, Spheal, Baltoy, Mareep, Seedot and Gulpin.

Go to http://www.pokemon.co.jp/game/gamecube/xd04.html for a free
Pok¨¦mon XD: Gale of Darkness wallpaper and to watch the Japanese commercials.

- August 5, 2005 -
You can check out the Japanese commercial and E3 trailer for
Pok¨¦mon XD at http://media.cube.ign.com/media/716/716652/vids_1.html

Pokémon Diamond and Pearl are slated for release in Japan in 2006. The games take place in a new land, and although no new types are introduced, new type combinations as well as many new Pokémon and pre-evolutions are available. The games are compatible with GBA and GameCube and trading from Ru/Sa/Em/FR/LG is possible.

This is the prevolution of Mr. Mime


This is Bonsly, the prevolution of Sudowoodo


This is the evolution of Sneasel


This is Munchlax, the prevolution of Snorlax


This is Rukairo, a legendary Pokémon

Bonsly is the official US name for the prevolution of Sudowoodo according to pokemon.com. It's first appearance is going to be in the upcoming game, Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness for Nintendo GameCube. Apparently, Bonsly is somehow lost and it's up to you to return it to its trainer.

You can watch the trailer of the new Pokémon movie, Mew and the Wave Guiding Hero at http://www.pokemon2005.jp/index.html#trailer

Check out Pokémon Emerald news from the official Japanese site at http://www.pokemon.co.jp/game/gba/eme07.html

Download official Japanese Pokémon screensavers and more at http://www.pokemon.jp

Visit http://www.pokemoncenter.com to order all your Pokémon merchandise.

Visit http://www.pokemon-games.com/umbreon to meet and ask Jirachi anything. 7 days after your first visit, return to the site to receive a gift from Jirachi.

Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is expected to be release on October 3, 2005. Once again, you're snagging and purifying shadow Pokémon, however the storyline is more intense than in Pokémon Colosseum since it revolves around the Shadow Lugia. There are also multiple shadow techniques that are introduced aside from Dark Rush. The main character is accompanied by his sister and begins with an Eevee. He uses special goggles to identify Pokémon and a device similar to the one in Colosseum to snag shadow Pokémon. You can view the trailer at http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ngc/gxxj/top/movie_pre.wmv