It's been a standout year for Pokémon fans in 2026 so far, with the hugely successful launch of Pokopia taking the world by storm and the exciting announcement of Pokémon Winds and Waves, the next mainline entries in the franchise. Further, GameBoy Advance favorites FireRed and LeafGreen officially received Switch ports on Pokémon Day this year, with the beloved GameCube sensation Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness getting a Switch 2 port as well in March.
Despite mixed reactions to the recent launch of Pokémon Champions, a new spin-off title acting as a re-imagined Pokémon Stadium, the state of the franchise is in an exciting place at the moment. And if you're a hardcore fan looking to keep the good times rolling, there's a completely unexpected and totally random official release expected to drop on May 1 (via Merchoid).
If you're a die-hard Pokémon enthusiast looking for a truly unique addition to your collection, online retailer Merchoid is releasing several officially licensed Pokémon-themed kitchen appliances and table/drinkware, including a Poké Ball Panini Press/Sandwich Maker, a salt & pepper grinder with a Poké Ball top, a Pikachu waffle maker, an array of different themed mugs and bowls, and more....
