What was Pokémon Pokopia’s worldwide announcement date?

Pokémon Pokopia was announced worldwide on September 12, 2025. The reveal took place during a Nintendo Direct and introduced the game as a new Pokémon life-simulation spin-off.

The announcement showed the central concept: players would control a Ditto transformed to resemble a human while collecting materials, building structures, and creating habitats for Pokémon. This immediately distinguished Pokopia from the series’ usual battle-centered adventures.

The announcement date is separate from both the pre-order dates and the release date. Digital pre-orders began on November 12, 2025, while the game itself launched worldwide on March 5, 2026.

The title was revealed alongside other Pokémon-related announcements during the period leading into the franchise’s 30th anniversary. Its unusual premise made it one of the most distinctive new spin-offs in the series.