Summary
As one of the biggest franchises in the world,Pokemonhas many projects in the works or currently active that are supposed to get some attention this year, especially considering the multimedia nature of the series. With newPokemongameslikely being announced,Pokemon Scarlet and Violetgetting even more content, big tournaments happening, more spin-off games getting continued support, and then both the anime and the trading card game enjoying new releases, 2024 is going to be a massive year for all fans.
Every Confirmed and Unconfirmed Plan For The Pokemon Franchise in 2024
New Games Announced on Pokemon Day 2024
One of the most likely outcomes for Pokemon Day 2024, which is set to happen on February 27, is that new games will be announced and revealed. The leading theory is thatPokemonwill deliver both Johto and Unova games next, possibly as remakes or brand-new titles that explore these regions in the past and future, respectively, based on thePokemon Scarlet and VioletParadox Pokemon. These include Paradox versions of the Legendary Beasts (Suicune, Raikou, and Entei) for Johto and the Swords of Justice (Virizion, Terrakion, and Cobalion).
Another possible option is forPokemonGen 5 remakesto be revealed, as they are next in line after Gen 4. This could also be a good way to bring to the Switch some Pokemon that have never been featured in any post-3DS game. Finally, there is the option of aPokemon Legends: Arceushalf-sequel or simply another game in the same style, making it a series. This title could take place in Unova or Johto to give those two specific regions some extra love, but any other region in the franchise would be a good pick. There is also a chance that games likePokemon Mystery Dungeonget a new entry, but so far nothing has indicated otherwise.
2024 Pokemon World Championships and More VGC Content
The2024 Pokemon World Championshipswill be held in Honolulu, Hawaii. The exact dates for this event have not been officially announced yet, but The Pokemon Company has a history of holding it between the second and the third week of August, which would mean any time between August 5 and June 24, 2025. The Pokemon World Championships typically comprise all the various competitive games from the franchise, encompassingVGC,TCG, andPokemon GO. For VGC specifically, there will be several regionals and big tournaments leading to Worlds 2024, starting with the Portland regional on January 6 and 7.
Pokemon VGC
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The Pokemon Video Game Championships, or VGC, is a term that refers to the official multiplayer competitive scene.Both in-person competitions and online competitions are available. The Pokemon Video Game Championships are part of the Play! Pokémon program.
2024 Epilogue for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and More Gen 9 Support
Currently, there is anepilogue planned forPokemon Scarlet and Violeton January 11, which will seemingly wrap up the storyline of both DLCs - The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk. Based on datamines and leaks, the epilogue is likely to provide players with a chance to catch Gen 9’s Mythical Pokemon, seemingly called Pecharunt. The epilogue is also said to feature around 1 hour’s worth of content, between story beats, battles, and the chance to catch Pecharunt.
2024 is also likely to feature moreTera Raid events forPokemon Scarlet and Violet, possibly as soon as next week. On January 7, the Walking Wake and Iron Leaves Raids will end their third run, and it’s likely that new ones will take their place on January 11 or shortly thereafter. Additional Gen 9 support could also come in the form of more Mass Outbreaks or even additional DLCs, although the latter is quite unlikely.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
The school that you’ve enrolled in as you playPokémon ScarletandPokémon Violethosts a special independent study project. The theme of this assignment is “A Treasure Hunt.” Explore the world and seek out your very own treasure!Three stories will be woven into your adventure while traversing the sprawling Paldea region. Along Victory Road, you will go to Gyms in different locations in order to to achieve Champion Rank. On the Path of Legends, you can join Arven in search of rare ingredients. And in ★ Starfall Street ★, you’ll challenge Team Star, a group of delinquents causing trouble for the school.These stories are set in an open world, so where you go is all up to you. A world teeming with Pokémon and people to meet is waiting for you—traverse the Paldea region wherever you heart desires.
Support for Ongoing Games in 2024
Just like Gen 9 is getting more support in 2024, so are otherPokemongames. This includes:
This continued support will likely include multiple in-game events, bonuses, and exclusive content for players to engage with. For example,Pokemon GOfans can catch Tornadus, Thundurus, and Landorus in January 2024. Similarly,Pokemon Uniteis introducing Magikarp (and Gyarados) shortly.Pokemon Masters EXcurrently has a Super Spotlight Seasonal Scout event going until January 19 where players can get multiple 5-star pairs, whereasPokemon Sleephas a New Year event rolling until January 7, providing various bonuses for those who participate. Overall, fans can look forward to a plethora of announcements for these games in the coming weeks.
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Pokemon Trading Card Game in 2024
Another big part of the franchise is the tabletopPokemon Trading Card Game(TCGfor short), where players can collect a variety of pocket monsters from booster packs, booster boxes, tin boxes, and the likes to build fun and competitive decks. There are various releases planned forPokemon TCGin 2024, although only two of them have an official name at the moment. These include:
Paldean Fatesis likely to become one of the most sought-after sets due to it including severalshiny Pokemon from the series, as well as quite powerful cards for those interested in the battling side more than the collecting aspect of the game. Other releases are probably getting release dates in the coming weeks.
Pokemon TCG
Pokemon TCG (Trading Card Game) is a collectible and strategy based card game based on Nintendo’s Pokemon franchise. Two players face off against one another, battling one Pokemon at a time and attempting to knock them out to claim one of six prize cards. The cards have also become highly collectible with some in particular selling for thousands of dollars.
Pokemon Animation in 2024
Last but not least is thePokemonanime, with the original Gen 9 series still ongoing in Japan. However, fans can now expectPokemon Horizons - The Seriesto be released on Netflixon June 14, 2025, following the story of Liko and Roy and their Pokemon companions Sprigatito and Fuecoco. It is also in the realm of possibilities that a newPokemonmovie will be released, following in the wake of the 2020 release by the name ofPokemon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle. This remains speculation for the time being, but it would make sense based onPokemon Scarlet and Violet’s release.
Pokemon
Pokemon is a franchise that needs no introduction. One of the most successful media empires in history, Pokemon spans games, television, films, manga, merchandise, music, and more.
