BELLEVUE, WA, Tuesday January 08, 2013
The Pok�mon Company and Nintendo announced today that the next generation of Pok�mon video games, Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y, will launch worldwide in October exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS system. New Pok�mon, a new storyline set in a spectacular 3D world, and dynamic battles instantly make Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y two of the most highly anticipated video game titles of 2013.



�The worldwide launch of Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y this October allows players to begin their adventures at the same time,� said Tsunekazu Ishihara, CEO of The Pok�mon Company. �Now, Pok�mon fans across the globe can discover the secrets of Pok�mon games and can collect, battle, and trade with each other immediately.�



�We brought Pok�mon into an entirely new dimension and we�re incredibly excited to bring Pok�mon X and Pok�mon 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 Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y? Visit Pokemon.com to watch a video introducing this new Pok�mon adventure, including an exciting first look at the new starter Pok�mon in battle! Fans can also catch a glimpse of the newest Legendary Pok�mon and gameplay footage from the upcoming titles.



Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y will be the blueprint for an exciting array of new animation, Pok�mon TCG, and toys debuting around the world.



Be sure to visit Pokemon.com, Like the official Pok�mon Facebook page at Facebook.com/Pokemon, and follow Pok�mon on Twitter @Pokemon to ensure you�re receiving the latest Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y news!







The following is just a taste of what people are already saying:



IGN � Worldwide simultaneous release for the first ever 3D Pokemon games, coming to the 3DS in October.

http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/01/08/pokemon-x-and-y-coming-in-october



Kotaku � Let�s Marvel at How Pretty Pok�mon X/Pok�mon Y Looks

http://kotaku.com/5974071/lets-marvel-at-how-pretty-pokmon-xpokmon-y-looks?tag=pokemon



Gamasutra � Christmas 2013 looks good for the 3DS, thanks to Pokemon X and Y

http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/184454/Christmas_2013_looks_good_for_the_3DS_thanks_to_Pokemon_X_and_Y.php

Game Informer � Meet Your Pok�mon X and Y Starters

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2013/01/08/meet-your-pok-233-mon-x-and-y-starters.aspx



San Jose Mercury News � But now with the Nintendo 3DS, it looks like the Japanese company is finally giving fans what they want.

http://blogs.mercurynews.com/aei/2013/01/08/pokemon-x-and-pokemon-y-announced-for-nintendo-3ds/



Gamer Revolution � So, who's hyped for more Pok�mon later this year? I think I'm going to have to buy a 3DS XL now...

http://www.gamerevolution.com/news/pokmon-x-and-y-announced-coming-this-october-16859



Gamer Rant � Nintendo has finally pulled the curtain off of the big Pokemon announcement that it has been teasing since last week, and it�s as substantial as many fans have been hoping for.

http://gamerant.com/pokemon-x-y-trailer/



MTV Multiplayer Blog � You can look for two new 3DS-exclusive "Pok�mon" titles this October with a simultaneous release across all territories.

http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2013/01/08/nintendo-announces-pokemon-x-and-pokemon-y-for-the-3ds/



Joystiq � Pok�mon X and Pok�mon Y are coming to the handheld this October, and going against tradition Nintendo is releasing them in the Americas, Europe, Japan, and Australia at the same time.

http://www.joystiq.com/2013/01/08/pokemon-x-y-announced-for-3ds-worldwide-release-this-october/