The world of Pokémon Pokopia is expanding with a premium Expansion Pass launching its first installment, Bubbly Basin, in August 2026. This paid downloadable content introduces an entirely new underwater town where players can meet ocean dwelling creatures, collect unique furniture and unlock exclusive cosmetic outfits. Purchasing the pass on the Nintendo eShop also grants immediate access to early bird rewards like rare crafting metals and custom decorative blocks. This premium rollout marks the beginning of a multi part expansion roadmap scheduled to deliver additional crafting recipes, features and locations through 202.
Separately, a free software update will deploy during the same August 2026 launch window to grant the move Dive to all players automatically. This base game update allows everyone to explore and decorate the deep sea environment even if they do not purchase the paid DLC. To successfully learn the new move, trainers must first complete specific in game prerequisites including the environment level request at Bleak Beach. This separate free addition ensures that the entire community can experience enhanced world customization and navigate the new aquatic terrain together.
Source: The Pokémon Company, Pokemon.com and Nintendo
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