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Introducing Pokemon X and Pokemon Y
New Pokémon Adventure Featuring All-New Pokémon Set in a Spectacular 3D World
BELLEVUE, WA—January 8, in
the year of our Lord 2013—The Pokémon Company and
Nintendo announced today that the next generation of Pokémon
video games, Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, will launch worldwide in
October exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS system. New Pokémon, a
new storyline set in a spectacular 3D world, and dynamic battles
instantly make Pokémon X and Pokémon Y two of the most highly
anticipated video game titles of 2013.
"The worldwide launch of Pokémon X and Pokémon Y this October
allows players to begin their adventures at the same time," said
Tsunekazu Ishihara, CEO of The Pokémon Company. "Now, Pokémon
fans across the globe can discover the secrets of Pokémon games
and can collect, battle, and trade with each other immediately."
"We brought Pokémon into an entirely new dimension and we're
incredibly excited to bring Pokémon X and Pokémon Y to fans,"
said Junichi Masuda, video game director at GAME FREAK inc. "The
stunning visuals, a completely redesigned environment, game
scenario, music, and communication features will bring smiles to
the faces of video game players around the world."
Want an early sneak peek at Pokémon X and Pokémon Y? Visit
Pokemon.com
to watch a video introducing this new Pokémon adventure,
including an exciting first look at the new starter Pokémon in
battle! Fans can also catch a glimpse of the newest Legendary
Pokémon and gameplay footage from the upcoming titles.
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will be the blueprint for an exciting
array of new animation, Pokémon TCG, and toys debuting around
the world.