In Japan, Pokémon Card Stores have started using facial recognition systems to combat resellers of collectible cards. This new measure has sparked debate due to concerns over data security and doubts about its effectiveness.
As Pokémon Day approaches, rumors are circulating about a new open-world game in the series featuring procedurally generated islands inspired by Southeast Asia. Leaks suggest improved graphics, new gameplay mechanics, and a possible release for the Switch 2. However, there has been no official confirmation from Nintendo yet.
While The Pokémon Company is preparing large-scale events for its anniversary, the Zelda game series isn't receiving much attention for its 40th anniversary. Nintendo typically celebrates brand anniversaries only when new games are released, and no major Zelda announcements are expected in the near future.