Pokémon Presents: What's Coming Up for Pokémon Fans in 2023 and Beyond?

The Pokémon Company held its latest Pokémon Presents presentation on August 9, 2023, and it was packed with exciting news for fans of the franchise. Here's a rundown of the biggest announcements:

• The Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is coming in September 2023. This DLC pack will take players to a new area called the Obsidian Highlands, where they'll encounter new Pokémon, challenges, and stories.
• Paldean Pokémon are coming to Pokémon Go. Starting in September, players will be able to catch Paldean Pokémon like Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly in Pokémon Go.
• A new animated series based on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is in development. This series will follow a new group of trainers as they explore the world of Paldea.
• A new Detective Pikachu game is in development. This game will be a sequel to the 2016 game and will feature a new story and characters.
• A new trading card game expansion is coming in October 2023. This expansion will feature new Pokémon cards, including cards for the Pokémon from the Teal Mask DLC.

These are just a few of the exciting announcements from the August 2023 Pokémon Presents. It's clear that there's a lot to look forward to for Pokémon fans in the coming months and years.

In addition to the announcements mentioned above, the Pokémon Presents also featured a few other tidbits of news. For example, it was revealed that the new paradox Pokémon Raikou and Cobalion will be available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet starting in September. Additionally, it was announced that a new type of raid battle called Tera Raid Battles will be coming to Pokémon Go. These battles will feature powerful Pokémon like Mew and Mewtwo, and they'll be a challenge for even the most experienced trainers.

Overall, the August 2023 Pokémon Presents was a great way to start the fall season for Pokémon fans. There's a lot to look forward to in the coming months and years, and it's clear that the Pokémon Company is committed to keeping the franchise fresh and exciting for fans of all ages.