Pokémon Pokopia

Pokémon Pokopia is an upcoming life-simulation spin-off in the Pokémon universe, currently in development by Game Freak in collaboration with Omega Force (Koei Tecmo). The game is being published worldwide by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, and it’s scheduled to launch on March 5, 2026, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2.

A New Kind of Pokémon Adventure

Unlike traditional mainline Pokémon games, Pokémon Pokopia takes a slower, more creative approach. Players step into the role of a Ditto disguised as a human, exploring a cozy world where building relationships matters just as much as building structures.

Gameplay Highlights

The experience revolves around crafting, construction, and community growth. Players can:

• Gather materials and shape their surroundings

• Create buildings and helpful tools

• Meet wild Pokémon and gradually earn their trust

As friendships deepen, Pokémon can even teach Ditto new abilities, unlocking fresh ways to interact with the environment.

The game also includes:

• A real-time day/night cycle tied to the player’s actual clock

• Multiple biomes and habitats filled with different Pokémon

• A progression system where expanding your area attracts more creatures over time

Development & Release

Pokémon Pokopia was officially revealed during a Nintendo Direct in September 2025, immediately standing out as one of the franchise’s most unusual and charming side projects.

Omega Force brings experience from past co-developed simulation titles, including work on Dragon Quest Builders 2, which helps explain Pokopia’s strong focus on building mechanics and relaxed exploration.