Pokemon Pokopia: The Latest Cosy Nintendo Switch Game That Everyone’s Talking About
It’s an Animal Crossing-like simulation game where you play as a humanoid Ditto and learn skills that help you grow crops, build houses, and create your own whimsical world.
One of the more interesting announcements to come from Nintendo as of late? The launch of Switch game, Pokemon Pokopia. The game is first life simulation game in the series, and while it’s fair to assume that you’ll be a trainer living in, say, a town full of Pokemon, that is not how co-developers Game Freak and Koei Tecmo Games have decided to approach it.
Instead, you’ll be playing as a Ditto, who transforms into a human-like character resembling a trainer. We’ve seen humanoid Dittos before (in Pokemon Ultra Sun and Moon, and in Detective Pikachu if that counts), but add it together with other details in the trailer below, and it sets a rather odd tone. For instance, what’s with the broken Pokedex at the start? This Ditto seems to have had a trainer before, so where are they?
Perhaps it’s best not to question these things in this cosy Pokemon game. It is, after all, meant to be lighthearted and relaxing.
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The atmosphere that Pokemon Pokopia does aim for is a tranquil one, similar to Animal Crossing, though the block-like designs for terrain are also somewhat reminiscent of Minecraft. What this game does differently is that, as a Ditto-human, all actions are done by learning moves from different Pokemon.
For example, you can grow tall grass by learning it from Bulbasaur (through which more Pokemon will spawn), and water the grass by learning Squirtle’s Water Gun. As more Pokemon arrive at your little enclave, you’ll eventually be able to break down harder objects like rocks and wood, build houses, and grow food.
And like in Animal Crossing, Pokemon Pokopia’s day-night cycle will be linked to real-life time, and players will be able to visit each other’s worlds (up to three other players at a time).
Pokemon Pokopia was released in Singapore on March 5, 2026.
Where to buy Pokemon Pokopia in Singapore
Pokemon Pokopia can now readily be purchased in Singapore at your local neighbourhood gaming shop or tech store. Here are some places to check out:
- Challenger
- Qisahn
- FairPrice
- iShopChangi
- Gain City
- GameMartz
How much is does Pokemon Pokopia cost in Singapore?
The standard retail price of Pokemon Pokopia in Singapore is $95.90, but you might be able to get it at smaller retailers for a couple of dollars less. Either way, expect to spend at least $90 on this game.
Can Pokemon Pokopia only be played on the Nintendo Switch 2?
Unfortunately, yes. Pokemon Pokopia is only compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2, which means that it won’t work on your existing Switch 1 or Switch Lite. Fingers crossed that a more inclusive version comes out soon. Otherwise, perhaps this might just be the sign you need to upgrade your gaming gear.
Find out more about Pokemon Pokopia here.
This article first appeared in HardwareZone.