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Pokémon Sets 30th Anniversary for Feb. 27 as Speculation Builds Around Gen 10 Reveal

Official branding signals big plans, with no Pokémon Presents schedule confirmed.

Overview

  • Pokémon Day falls on 27 February 2026, marking 30 years since Red and Green launched in Japan, though a commemorative Pokémon Presents stream has not been announced.
  • The Pokémon Company posted a new 30th‑anniversary logo and teaser at New Year featuring the classic chubbier Pikachu design.
  • Outlets report strong fan expectations for a Generation 10 announcement, with rumors pointing to titles like Winds/Waves and an observed pokemon.com/windwave redirect, none of which is confirmed.
  • The only near‑term game firmly dated is Pokémon Pokopia, which is slated to arrive in March 2026.
  • Confirmed anniversary tie‑ins include collaborations with Adidas and Uniqlo, new LEGO sets, and limited‑edition McDonald’s TCG cards, while media predict live‑service promos and possible updates on projects like Pokémon Champions.