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Play a Limited Time Event in Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2 - Pokemon.com

You can celebrate the release of this cozy new adventure on Nintendo Switch 2 with a special limited-time event and an early-purchase bonus.

TechnologyBy David ParkMarch 4, 20263 min read

Last updated: April 5, 2026, 3:44 AM

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Play a Limited Time Event in Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 2 - Pokemon.com

<p><span style="float: left; font-size: 550%; font-weight: bold; line-height: 80%; color: #30a7d7; margin: 0 5px -5px 0;">I</span>t&rsquo;s time to settle in and savor the slow life now that <a href="https://pokopia.pokemon.com/en-us/"><em>Pok&eacute;mon Pokopia</em></a> has launched on Nintendo Switch 2. In this life simulation game, you play as a Ditto that has transformed to look like a human. The world in which you begin is surprisingly desolate, but with dedication, you&rsquo;ll be able to rebuild it into a charming utopia. During your adventure, you&rsquo;ll collect materials and craft items to create a cozy home for yourself and make a welcoming environment for lots of Pok&eacute;mon friends.</p>

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<h1 style="line-height: normal; color: #313131; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; font-size: 150%; margin: 0;">Play the First <em>Pok&eacute;mon Pokopia</em> Limited-Time Event</h1>

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<p>In addition to the game&rsquo;s main story, there will also be special limited-time in-game events in <em>Pok&eacute;mon Pokopia</em>. The first of these, &ldquo;More Spores for Hoppip,&rdquo; will run from <strong>Monday, March 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 12:59 p.m. PDT</strong>.</p>

<p>During the event period, you&rsquo;ll be able to befriend the Hoppip, the Cottonweed Pok&eacute;mon. Special cotton spores that can be collected will also appear during this time. Once you&rsquo;ve gathered some, they can be exchanged for picnic-themed furniture items. By using these items to create habitats, you&rsquo;ll be able to befriend Skiploom and Jumpluff, too.</p>

<p>These Pok&eacute;mon can&rsquo;t be encountered outside of this event, so don&rsquo;t miss out on this opportunity to welcome these new friends to your towns. Please note that this event will only be available in towns with a rebuilt Pok&eacute;mon Center, and it will not be available on Cloud Islands.</p>

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<h1 style="line-height: normal; color: #313131; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; font-size: 150%; margin: 0;">Get a Ditto Rug</h1>

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<p>There&rsquo;s a bonus awaiting players who begin their <em>Pok&eacute;mon Pokopia</em> journey early. You can get an in-game Ditto rug that can be used to decorate one of the houses you build by choosing <strong>Get via Internet</strong> from the Mystery Gifts menu in your game until <strong>Sunday, January 31, 2027</strong>.</p>

<p>Be aware that it takes approximately 30 minutes of play time before you&rsquo;re able to access the Mystery Gifts menu. The gift is available in both the physical (game-key card) and digital versions of <em>Pok&eacute;mon Pokopia</em>.</p>

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<p>Have fun creating your ideal world in <em>Pok&eacute;mon Pokopia</em>, Trainers!</p>

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David Park

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David Park covers the tech industry, startups, and digital innovation for the Journal American. Based in Silicon Valley for over a decade, he has tracked the rise of major tech companies and emerging platforms from their earliest stages. He holds a degree in Computer Science from Stanford University.

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