Fastest and Most Popular Switch Software in History! Pokémon Sword Shield" sold more than 6 million units worldwide in its first week!

Pokémon Inc. announced that "Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield" for Nintendo Switch, the latest in the series, which were released simultaneously worldwide on Friday, November 15, 2019, sold 6 million units* worldwide in their first week of release (*Nintendo Co. (*Nintendo Co., Ltd. research). The 6 million units sold in the first week worldwide is the fastest and largest number of Nintendo Switch software titles ever sold. The domestic first-week sales of 2 million units also broke the record for the fastest and biggest first-week sales of Nintendo Switch software both worldwide and in Japan.

The game, which was released simultaneously worldwide, is the first completely new title in the "Pokémon" series in three years. On the day of its release, Nintendo's official store "Nintendo New York" in New York was a huge success overseas as well, with many fans gathering to count down the days until the store opened.

Pokémon Sword Shield" is set in the "Galal Region," which has a variety of faces, including magnificent nature and modern cities. While inheriting the basic settings and elements of the previous "Pokémon" series, many new elements have been incorporated, such as "Dymax," a phenomenon in which Pokémon become giant in certain areas of the Galal Region, and "Wild Area," where players can freely enjoy exploring the area while controlling the camera. The game will be enjoyable for both those who have enjoyed the past titles and those who have never played the "Pokémon" series.

⇒ "Pokémon Sword Shield" is reproduced in a diorama! Pokémon Wild Area Search," a 360° type web content, is now available.

Commemorating the release of "Pokémon Sword Shield!
To celebrate the release of "Pokémon Sword Shield," Matadogus (in the form of Galal) will appear in Raid Battles in the smartphone game "Pokémon GO. Raid Battles are cooperative battles in which players fight powerful Pokémon called "Boss Pokémon" with other trainers.

Matadogus (Garal form), adapted to the unique environment of the Garal region where "Pokémon Sword Shield" is set, looks different from the previously discovered Matadogus and is said to be a "Doku/Fairy" type.

In addition, new dress-up items based on the main character's costume from "Pokémon Sword Shield" will appear in the Style Shop for free. Let's try "Matadogus (Garal's form)" in the costume of the Garal region.

Product Information
■"Pokemon Sword" and "Pokemon Shield".
Release date: November 15, 2019 (Friday)
Retail price: 5,980 yen each (excluding tax)
Release: Pokemon Co.
Distributed by: Nintendo Co.
Production: Game Freak Inc.
Compatibility: Nintendo Switch
Genre: RPG
Number of players: 1 player (2-4 players for battle exchange, etc.)
Communication function: Local communication supported, Internet communication supported
Sales form: Package version/download version
Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese
CERO: A

App Information
Pokémon GO
Compatible OS: Android/iOS
　Depending on the device and OS version, you may not be able to play.
Basic play is free of charge (some items are charged).
Publisher: Niantic, Inc.
Developer: Niantic, Inc.
　When playing, please be aware of the safety of your surroundings and enjoy the game with good manners.

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