When did Pokémon Pokopia launch worldwide?

Pokémon Pokopia launched worldwide on March 5, 2026.

The date marks the game’s global release for Nintendo Switch 2. Pokémon Pokopia was first revealed in September 2025, with its initial announcement presenting it as a new life-simulation spin-off arriving in 2026. The later launch date established when players could access the finished game.

March 5 is distinct from the announcement date of September 12, 2025, and from later sales-news dates. Nintendo reported that the game passed 2.2 million worldwide sales during its first four days, a period that began with the March 5 launch.

The date is also useful for separating Pokopia from other Pokémon releases announced around the same period. Although it shares the broader Pokémon brand with other games, Pokopia is its own Nintendo Switch 2 title with a building-focused premise and a separate release schedule.