New Features and DLC Announced for Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia is diving beneath the waves in a free update and the first of three paid DLC releases out later this year

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Nintendo announces a free update for Pokémon Pokopia allowing players to explore underwater, alongside the first of three paid DLCs, featuring a new town and Pokémon, set to launch in August 2026.
- 01The free update introduces a new Dive ability for players to explore the ocean floor.
- 02Bubbly Basin, the first paid DLC, will feature a new town and Pokémon, launching in August 2026.
- 03The Expansion Pass will include three waves of paid DLC, with more details on the remaining two to be announced later.
- 04The Expansion Pass is available for purchase starting today.
- 05The new features aim to enhance gameplay and creativity in building and exploration.
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Nintendo has announced an exciting update for Pokémon Pokopia, set to launch in August 2026. A free update will introduce a new Dive ability, allowing players to explore and build on the ocean floor, enhancing their gameplay experience significantly. This update comes just in time for players looking to renovate their in-game environments, such as Bleak Beach. Additionally, the first of three paid downloadable content (DLC) packs, titled Bubbly Basin, will also be released in August. This DLC will introduce a brand-new underwater town, along with new Pokémon, outfits, and furniture options for players to enjoy. While the details of the remaining two DLC packs have yet to be revealed, they are expected to be released later in 2026 and early next year. The Expansion Pass, which includes all three DLC packs, is now available for purchase, promising to expand the Pokémon Pokopia experience further and keep players engaged with new content throughout the year.
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