Nintendo announced a new spin-off game titled Pokopia during the Nintendo Direct event on September 12, set to launch on the Switch 2 in 2026. Developed by Koei Tecmo Games, players will assume the role of Ditto in a vibrant world where they cultivate a personal Pokémon paradise, befriend various Pokémon, and learn their unique moves. Gameplay includes collecting materials, constructing furniture, growing vegetables, and building homes for Pokémon. The game features a dynamic day-night cycle linked to real-world time, changing weather patterns, and distinct locations. Game Freak is also involved in the development to maintain the essence of the Pokémon franchise.
On August 6, a new survival-management game titled Peregrino was announced for PC. The game features isometric gameplay where players guide a caravan of pilgrims through a harsh landscape, making decisions that significantly impact the group's survival. It includes a cast of characters with unique motivations and emotional backgrounds, and players must manage resources while facing moral dilemmas. The game emphasizes emotional and strategic implications of choices, contrasting with lighter titles in the genre. Visually, it employs a painterly aesthetic with a muted color palette and haunting soundscapes, enhancing the immersive experience. Peregrino focuses on endurance and adaptation rather than empire-building, with characters evolving based on player decisions. The game is currently in development and does not have a confirmed release date.
A complete day-night cycle in Minecraft lasts 20 real minutes, which is 72 times faster than real-world time. The breakdown of this cycle is as follows: daytime lasts approximately 10 minutes, sunset takes about 1.5 minutes, nighttime lasts around 7 minutes, and sunrise takes another 1.5 minutes. Both the Bedrock and Java editions of Minecraft now adhere to this 20-minute cycle. Players can track time using various methods, such as crafting a clock, observing celestial positions, or using the F3 debug screen in Java Edition. Commands and mods are available to manipulate time in the game.
