Nintendo And Game Freak Announce Pokémon X And Pokémon Y For 3DS, Out Worldwide In October

Nintendo And Game Freak have a new Pokémon Game is coming to the 3DS. the game is getting a worldwide release this October.

Details are scarce on these new titles, but it has been revealed that the game will feature new Pokémon, a new storyline and a new location. Nintendo have released the debut trailer of the game showing the new starter Pokémon, battles, locations, that 1st gen Pokémon are in the game and a gym.

The three new starter Pokémon have been revealed as Froakie, Water Type, Fennekin, Fire Type, and Chespin, grass type.

Todays announcement was made during a Nintendo Direct that focused on Pokémon. this Direct talked about the history of the franchise and includes the trailer above.



Pokémon Company have confirmed that as well as a new 3DS game, Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will also be the start and blueprint for a new Animation, Card Game and Toys.

Press Release
LONDON, UK —January 8, 2013— The Pokémon Company and Nintendo announced today that the next generation of Pokémon video games, Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, will launch worldwide in October for the Nintendo 3DS system. New Pokémon, a new storyline set in a spectacular 3D world, and dynamic battles instantly make Pokémon X and Pokémon Y two of the most highly anticipated video game titles of 2013.

“The worldwide launch of Pokémon X and Pokémon Y this October allows players to begin their adventures at the same time,” said Tsunekazu Ishihara, CEO of The Pokémon Company. “Now, Pokémon fans across the globe can discover the secrets of Pokémon games and can collect, battle, and trade with each other immediately.”

“We brought Pokémon into an entirely new dimension and we’re incredibly excited to bring Pokémon X and Pokémon Y  to fans,” said Junichi Masuda, video game director at GAME FREAK inc. “The stunning visuals, a completely redesigned environment, game scenario, music, and communication features will bring smiles to the faces of video game players around the world.”

Want an early sneak peek at Pokémon X and Pokémon Y? Visit Pokemon.co.uk to watch a video introducing this new Pokémon adventure, including an exciting first look at the new starter Pokémon in battle! Fans can also catch a glimpse of the newest Legendary Pokémon and gameplay footage from the upcoming titles.

Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will be the blueprint for an exciting array of new animation, Pokémon TCG, and toys debuting around the world.

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About Pokémon
The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. For more information, visit www.pokemon.co.uk.