6 April 2026 – The Pokémon Company (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO Tsunekazu Ishihara) is excited to announce 4 days of interactive free trial events for its highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 title, Pokémon Pokopia. The free trial events in Manila, Philippines will kick off on April 11, 2026, offering fans a first-hand look at this brand-new cozy adventure.
Experience a Cozy New Life with Pokémon
Pokémon Pokopia is an immersive slow-life, sandbox game that allows players to shape the world around them and build a cozy new life alongside Pokémon. During the free trial events, players will have the opportunity to test out the game's core gameplay using the latest Nintendo Switch 2 console. Visitors can meet various Pokémon, learn new skills, grant Pokémon requests, create unique habitats, and freely explore and craft.
Whether you are a seasoned gamer or brand new to the world of Pokémon, everyone is welcome. Friendly, knowledgeable on-site staff will be readily available to guide and assist anyone who isn't sure how to play.
Get a Free Pokémon Pokopia Sticker Set!
Everyone who finishes the 20-minute free trial session will get any of the 3 random Pokémon Pokopia sticker sets.
Pokémon Pokopia Sticker Sets
Additionally, Pokémon Pokopia sun visors will be distributed to event visitors (available while stocks last). Get a chance to get either a Peakychu (an unusually pale Pikachu), Pikachu, or Ditto sunvisor!
Peakychu special sun visors
Free Trial Stations
The events are designed to be a complete Pokémon Pokopia journey filled with fun and shareable moments.
Free Trial Stations: Each fully equipped free trial station consists of a Nintendo Switch 2 console, a Pokémon Pokopia board panel, and an operation panel.
Photo Zone: Visitors can snap photos with their favorite Pokémon like Professor Tangrowth, Mosslax, and Peakychu!
List of Free Trial Locations and Dates
April 11-12, 2026
12:00 NN - 8:00 PM
Ayala Malls Trinoma
April 18-19, 2026
12:00 NN - 8:00 PM
Ayala Malls Manila Bay
*1 trial session is approximately 20 minutes.
*Lines will close at around 7:45 PM.
*Schedules may change without prior notice.
Early Purchase Premium
Purchase a physical copy of Pokémon Pokopia early and receive a special Ditto Smartphone Cleaner Keychain. Featuring Pikachu and Ditto acrylic charms, this premium bonus doubles as a functional screen cleaner and a cute accessory for your bag, wallet, or other personal belongings.
*Note: Available while supplies last. This offer applies only to physical early purchases (excludes digital downloads) and are distributed from March 5, 2026 onwards. Nintendo Switch 2 is required to play.
Pokémon Pokopia Early Purchase Premium
(available while supplies last)
Product Information
Title: Pokémon Pokopia
Release date: March 5, 2026
Platform: Nintendo Switch 2
Genre: Slow-life/sandbox
Number of players: 1 (Up to 4 players with local or internet connection.)
Connectivity: Local and internet
Available as: Physical version and digital version
Supported languages: Japanese, English, European Spanish, French, German, Italian, Simplified Chinese,
Traditional Chinese, and Korean
● Spanish in this game has been localized into European Spanish.
Development and planning: The Pokémon Company, GAME FREAK inc., KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Sales: The Pokémon Company (JP Market Only)
Official Website
URL： https://pokopia.pokemon.com/en-us/
Copyright Information
©2026 Pokémon. ©1995–2026 Nintendo / Creatures Inc. /GAME FREAK inc.
©2026 KOEI TECMO GAMES
Pokémon and Nintendo Switch are trademarks of Nintendo.
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