As the global community of Pokémon fandom anticipates an incredible assemblage of events, Pokémon Day 2024, marking the day of the release of the original Pokémon titles in Japan is about to unfold.

The highlight of this year's festivities is the release of the highly anticipated "Pokémon Horizons: The Series," hands together with an exciting in-game event in "Pokémon GO" and "Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Darkness" and "Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of the Dark Sea" in Nintendo Switch games, and accessory collaborations.

'Pokémon Horizons: The Series' Celebration Event in 'Pokémon GO'

Trainers, prepare for an all-new Pokémon experience that opens at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 5. up to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 11. local time. There will be a unique celebration event at this time that includes Pokémon debuts, eggs, event benefits, unexpected encounters, and much more.

A few Paldea-region Pokémon making their "Pokémon Go" debut on this new update will play an active role in this event. Among those will be Checardew, Armarouge, and Ceruledge. Moreover, you will be welcomed by a new costume Pokémon, Pikachu, that is wearing Captain America's hat., which offers "Pokémon Go" players a chance to encounter a Shiny variant. The trainers can use Armarouge (red version) or Ceruledge (blue version) through demanding combat tasks.

Eggs obtained during the event will hatch Pokémon like Charcadet, and after the event, Charcadet may hatch from 10 km Eggs. Take advantage of the 2× XP for hatching Pokémon, and watch for Team GO Rocket balloons, which will appear more frequently.

Surprise encounters await those who capture moments with characters and Pokémon from "Pokémon Horizons: The Series" during the event. Pikachu wearing Cap's hat will showcase the powerful Charged Attack Volt Tackle, with 90 power and a one-stage Defense decrease in Trainer Battles, Gyms, and raids.

In the wild, Pokémon such as Scyther, Nosepass, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly, and Pawmi will appear more frequently, and lucky Trainers might encounter unique variants like Pikachu wearing Cap's hat, Alolan Grimer, and Beldum.

Exclusive Pokémon Day Deals on Nintendo Switch Games

On Pokémon Day, owners of Nintendo Switch systems may enjoy incredible savings on Pokémon video games.

"Pokémon Legends: Arceus" is presently only $39.99 at Walmart, $20 cheaper than its usual price. The game is becoming increasingly well-known for its inventive open-world exploration and real-time action-based fighting. It debuted alongside "Pokémon Brilliant Diamond" and "Shining Pearl."

Those fans who take the route of the remakes of Diamond and Pearl and are obsessed with the nostalgic charm will find themselves with the Shining Pearl or the Brilliant Diamond for only $39.99 each, accessible on Amazon or Walmart, and ready to find new adventures in the Sinnoh region upheld by the better graphics and improved mechanics.

More Pokémon Day Savings and Goodies

The celebration runs through gaming and offers a wide variety of branded products with special discounts. Clothing embodying the top at Hot Topic, such as Charmander, Squirtle, Bulbasaur,and Sylveon, is marked down by up to 60% as part of Hilary Duff's fashion promotion, which donates 10% of the proceeds to Girl Development International.

For those playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game, BestBuy is the place to go for the Pokémon TCG Classic collection that is on sale at $319.99 and provides everything the enthusiast needs to conduct matches, which include holofoil cards, deck boxes, and a well-prepared playing surface.

In addition, several Pokémon Funko Pop figures are on sale at discounted prices, including Ponyta, Oshawott, Charizard, and Bulbasaur.

Whether you enjoy "Pokémon GO," play a video game on a Nintendo Switch console, or have been collecting Pokémon merchandise, this upcoming Pokémon Day 2024 will entertain you to the max!