Disney+ secures streaming rights for "Pokemon the Series: The Beginning," providing a new platform for the classic series as well as a forthcoming spin-off.
The most notable development for Nintendo fans this week is Disney’s acquisition of streaming rights for “Pokemon the Series: The Beginning,” which will be available on Disney+ in select markets including the United States and the UK. This classic series, alongside the upcoming spin-off “Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu,” marks Disney’s continued push into animated content and its efforts to attract a dedicated fan base. While this move provides a new platform for nostalgic viewers and could potentially introduce the series to a new audience, it also shows how major streaming platforms are actively seeking iconic franchises to bolster their content quality and variety.
Mega Man Developments at Capcom
There are a couple of updates around Capcom’s iconic Mega Man franchise. Producer Shingo Izumi has expressed a desire to revisit the Mega Man X series, stating in an interview with Game Informer that it’s “something we would definitely love” to pursue (Nintendo Everything). This sentiment aligns with the aspirations of fans but contrasts with Capcom’s current focus on “Mega Man: Dual Override.” In a related development, Capcom explained their decision to not designate this latest entry as “Mega Man 12,” signaling a potential shift in branding or gameplay to differentiate it from other core series installments (Nintendo Everything).
Pokémon TCG Pocket Updates
The Pokémon trading card game continues to evolve with the announcement of dual-type cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket, starting with the Mega Mewtwo X ex card, which is both Psychic and Fighting-type. This new mechanic will be introduced in October 2026, as revealed during PokémonXP (Nintendo Life). This change might affect gameplay strategies and will likely refresh the competitive scene for the game’s player base.
Other News
In other developments, the latest Famitsu review scores spotlight “Jotunslayer: Hordes of Hell” among other games. For score enthusiasts, Famitsu continues to offer detailed insights with scores like 9/9/9/8 for “Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls” as part of their latest releases (Nintendo Everything).
Lastly, in terms of retro and classic gaming, “Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark” has recently been released on Western eShops, marking another opportunity for Switch players to experience classic shoot ’em up games with a modern convenience (Nintendo Life).
