New Feature Also Revealed for Part 2 of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass
Press Release
Today, The Pokémon Company group revealed that Part 1 of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC is set to release on 5 August for Nintendo Switch 2. A new trailer for Part 1 was also revealed, showcasing the exciting features fans can look forward to diving into soon. Additionally, new details for Part 2 were revealed.
New Details Revealed for Paid DLC Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass—Part 1: Bubbly Basin
In Part 1, players can look forward to making a splash in the new underwater town, Bubbly Basin[2]. In this submerged space, players can grow watermelons with the help of Pokémon with the Water specialty, while Pokémon with the Generate specialty can power bubble machines or activate streetlights. Players can also discover more Pokémon, new outfits, a power-up for the move Surf, and a newly added prepared food – smoothies.
Players can traverse a hole in the sea floor to explore the deep sea shrouded in darkness and enjoy an exciting adventure alongside Pokémon by following the glowing coral.
Building reaches a new depth in Bubbly Basin with buoyant blocks, which allow players to make buildings that are only possible underwater, floating at different levels. Players can also build a Sharpedo submarine to make a room which feels like a Secret Base.
New Feature Revealed for Paid DLC Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass—Part 2
Scheduled for release in late 2026, players can look forward to dressing up alongside their favourite Pokémon by wearing accessories in Part 2 of the paid DLC[3]. Players will also be able to find more furniture pieces and Pokémon. More details regarding Part 2 will be revealed in the future.
Pokémon Pokopia Ver. 2.0.0 Free Software Update
Available to everyone who owns Pokémon Pokopia from 5 August, players will be able to learn the move Dive from Manaphy as part of the Ver. 2.0.0 free software update. Once learned, players will be able to swim alongside water-type Pokémon and build underwater.
Please visit the official Pokémon Pokopia website for more information.
