Pokémon Sword Shield" to be animated as soon as possible, produced by Studio Colorido! The first episode will be released on January 15, 2020 (Wednesday) on YouTube!

The first episode of the new anime "Wings of Twilight" (Haku Mei no Tsubasa), set in the world of the latest in the series "Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield" (compatible Nintendo Switch), released on November 15, 2019 (Friday), will be available from January 15, 2020 (Wednesday) on The first episode will be released on YouTube on Wednesday, January 15, 2020. Prior to the release, a special website and a teaser visual were unveiled today.

Pokémon Sword Shield" is set in the "Galar region," which has various 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 gigantic in certain areas of the Galal Region, and "Wild Area," where players can freely enjoy exploring the area while controlling the camera. The contents of the game can be enjoyed by those who have enjoyed the past titles as well as those who have never played the "Pokémon" series.
⇒The fastest and most popular Switch software ever! Pokémon Sword Shield" sold over 6 million units worldwide in its first week

The first episode of "Wings of Twilight", a new animation set in the world of "Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield" (compatible Nintendo Switch), will be released on YouTube from January 15, 2020 (Wednesday). Prior to the release, a special website and a teaser visual were unveiled today.

Twilight's Wings" is a web animation set in the "Galal region," which is the same setting as the new game. It is an ensemble drama featuring many characters from the game, and will be released sequentially in seven episodes.

The animation is produced by Studio Colorido, which specializes in warm and friendly visuals and dynamic visual effects, including the animated film "Penguin Highway.

One of Japan's leading animation studios has created an animation based on the visuals of "Pokémon Sword Shield," which has evolved with the Nintendo Switch. The story is also carefully crafted to be an entertaining work that can be enjoyed even by those unfamiliar with the game, so be sure to check it out.

Production Information
New Anime "Wings of Twilight
Episodes: 7 total episodes (about 5 minutes each)
Distribution date: January 15, 2020 (Wed.) at 10:00 p.m. (one episode per month thereafter)
Distribution method: Pokémon official YouTube channel

＜Staff
Director : Seigo Yamashita
Screenplay : Sou Kinoshita
Script supervisor : Taku Kishimoto
Character Design : Makoto Ogasawara
Color Design : Izumi Hirose
Art Director: Yusuke Takeda / Takamasa Mashiro
3DCG: Masato Takahashi
Director of Photography: Katsuhito Ogawa
Sound Director: Masafumi Mima
Animation Production: Studio Colorido

Product Information
Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield

Distributed by: Pokemon Co.
Sales: Nintendo Co.
Production: Game Freak Inc.
Compatibility: Nintendo Switch
Genre: RPG
Players: 1 player (2 to 4 players for battle, exchange, etc.)
Communication function: Local communication supported, Internet communication supported
Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese
（Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified)
CERO：A
Suggested Retail Price: 5,980 yen each (excluding tax)
Pokémon Sword Shield official website (https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/sword_shield/)
The downloadable version is eligible for the "2-for-1 Nintendo Catalog Ticket".
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