Pokémon Pokopia: new update and upcoming events

Pokémon Pokopia, the recent addition to the popular Pokémon franchise, has announced an exciting new update and an upcoming event. Since launching exclusively on Switch 2 last month, the game has continued to draw attention with solid sales of more than 2.2 million copies.

Update 1.0.4: refreshed options

Update 1.0.4 introduces a major new feature: players can move Pokémon Centers, even during in-game events. This gives players more strategic flexibility as they adjust their surroundings while the game continues to evolve. In addition, several bug fixes have been rolled out, especially for progression issues in Bleak Beach. Previously, players often ran into situations where NPCs such as Professor Tangrowth and Peakychu would get stuck or fail to appear.

The update was needed in response to player feedback, and the developers have moved quickly to address the challenges they faced. It shows the team’s commitment to delivering an enjoyable gameplay experience.

Upcoming event: Sableye's Gem Hunt

Starting April 29, 2026 at 5:00 local time, the Sableye's Gem Hunt event will begin. The event will run for about two weeks and ends on May 14, 2026 at 4:59. In this event, players are tasked with collecting Red Crystal Fragments in the Dream Islands, which they can trade for exclusive rewards from Sableye.

The event builds on earlier activities and encourages players to use their strategic skills to gather these valuable items. Players can also use the game's time-travel feature to look ahead at the content, adding even more engagement to the experience.

Conclusion

With both the new update and the upcoming event, Pokémon Pokopia continues to feel fresh and appealing for players. The mix of gameplay improvements and exciting events keeps the community engaged and sparks new discoveries within the game world. Pokémon Pokopia is starting to make its mark on the franchise, and it’s an exciting time for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.