NewPokemongames always generate a lot of hype, perhaps even moreso with the promise of a new era like inPokemon Legends: Arceus. Pokemon appear in the real world in far more ways than augmented reality games likePokemon GO, and now select subway trains are getting overhauled to celebrate the new release.
Pokemon Legends: Arceusinvites players to step into the past of the Pokemon world, giving them a glimpse into the early days of Pokemon training for the first time. WithPokemon Legends: Arceus' reviewsprimarily looking good, all that’s left is for players to get their hands on the title.
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Pokemon’s massive popularity worldwide is indisputable at this point. While many might have thought ofPokemonas yet another passing fad, the series has only grown in both popularity and brand awareness since its release back in 1996. Fans and players can now enjoyPokemonanytime, whether they want to play a mobile game, carry their Switch with them, kick back with the anime, or pick up a seemingly endless variety ofPokemontie-in products.
This isn’t evenPokemon’s first collaboration with a form of major transit.Pokemonairplaneshave been a recurring thing for quite some time now, andPokemoneven came out with an official Pikachu car years ago.Pokemonhas become a part of worldwide culture, to the point that even those who don’t consider themselves to be fans or players of the series can likely name a number of the collectable critters.
While the average mass transit user might not react to the decorations, Taiwan has plenty of fans of the franchise that will likely be delighted. Shortly afterPokemon GO’s release, series fans made the news due to thousands of them swarming a shopping districtin search of Snorlax. Perhaps it’s no mistake that Snorlax is present right in the middle of the subway’s floor collage.
Pokemon: Legends Arceusreleases on January 28 for the Nintendo Switch.
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