Pokemon

Pokémon is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and in the Dutch town of Hulst people in their thirties, fathers and teenagers are queuing to fish for that one rare card. Dutch media report that collectors describe the franchise as heritage, with a new generation of parents sharing the hobby with their children.

Best Buy has announced an official Pokémon trading card game event tied to the franchise's upcoming 30th anniversary, with free items for attendees. Details about dates and the freebies are limited, but the announcement is drawing attention from fans as retailers and The Pokémon Company begin rolling out anniversary celebrations and merchandise.

Starbucks Japan has launched a collaboration with Pokemon starting September 30, featuring a limited-edition Pikachu latte and exclusive merchandise with newly drawn designs. The tie-up is drawing attention from fans of both brands, who are sharing news of the limited-time drinks and goods ahead of the launch.

Indonesia's national esports team has advanced to the final of the Pokemon Unite event at the 2026 Asian Games, after defeating their opponents in the previous round. The result is being reported by Indonesian news outlets, marking a strong run for the country in one of the Games' competitive gaming titles. Fans are following the team's progress as it now stands one win away from the gold medal.

A streamer known as RoboRev on the SPRNVA platform has started a live broadcast titled 'Untitled Tuesday' from their new house, playing Nintendo games including Pokemon, Mario Kart, and The Legend of Zelda, and showcasing the Analogue Pocket handheld. The stream is being shared with followers, who can watch it directly on the streamer's own site using the Owncast self-hosted streaming software.