While many game franchises begin ambitious, not all of them are able to stand the test of time…. and with an appeal that has so far drawn in each and every generation of gamer the Pokémon series has thrived. If you are currently a Pokémon trainer and reside in the United Kingdom then you are in luck, as Nintendo have a whole summer of events lined up from this month all the way until September 1st, 2013. Starting at Magic Summer Live in Guildford on the 13th July 2013 and ending at Bournemouth Air Festival on 1st September 2013 – the Pokémon Adventure Tour is set to bring the ultimate Pokémon experience to some of the UK’s biggest outdoor events.
The event will have three ‘zones’ aimed at battling, gaming and general fun as well as a Pokémon Training Centre and a lounge where you can kick back and watch some of your favourite Pokémon episodes. So whether you’re a fan of the games, the TV series or even if you’re brand new to Pokémon (Hey, I was drawn to the franchise with a promotional Mew back in the days of Red and Blue), there’s something for everyone. More information on each of the three zones are below:
Pokémon Battle Zone
If you’re a Pokémon trainer and own Pokémon Black Version 2 or Pokémon White Version 2, you will want to bring your team with you on Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi or Nintendo 3DS and head to the Pokémon Battle Zone. As well as being able to trade and battle with other Pokémon fans, you’ll also be able to challenge a Pokémon expert for the chance to win a prize.
Pokémon Game Zone
You don’t need to own a Pokémon game to play at the Pokémon Adventure Tour. In the Pokémon Game Zone you can sit back and play through a selection of games including Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity, Pokémon Conquest, Super Pokémon Rumble, Learn with Pokémon: Typing Adventure and Pokémon Dream Radar as well as the latest Pokémon Trading Card Game expansions.
Pokémon Fun Zone
There’s even more enjoyment to be had in the Pokémon Fun Zone, where you can have your face painted as your favourite Pokémon character, have your photo taken with Pikachu or even try to catch ‘em all in a Pokémon Grabber Machine filled with Pokémon plush toys.
Pokémon Training Centre
If you’re new to Pokémon, then you can join the Pokémon Training Centre and learn everything you need to know about the characters. You will also get hints and tips to aid you on your adventure, including a master class on how to battle.
Pokémon Lounge
If you’re a fan of the Pokémon TV Show or want to know what all the fuss is about, then you should head to the Pokémon Lounge where you can sit back and enjoy some of the TV episodes from the Pokémon series.
If you don’t reside in the United Kingdom and are after Pokemon events in your area – I have recent posts made about official events also held in Australia and North America in my Pokemon archives.
In addition, with Pokemon X and Y soon to be launched don’t be kept out of the loop with more news on the next generation on Pokemon games HERE.
