Anticipations Rise for Major Pokémon Announcement on July 22

Nintendo has officially announced an extensive Pokémon Presents livestream scheduled for July 22, 2025, generating significant excitement among fans and industry observers alike. The presentation will commence at 1 PM BST and is set to last approximately 24 minutes, marking a longer duration compared to previous Pokémon presentations (Ali Shutler, NME, July 21, 2025).

The livestream is expected to reveal crucial updates regarding several upcoming Pokémon titles, including the highly anticipated Pokémon Legends: Z-A, which is slated for release on October 16, 2025. Pre-orders for the game have already begun, and fans are eager for further details, which Nintendo is likely to provide during this event.

In addition to Pokémon Legends: Z-A, updates are expected for the mobile game Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, which will introduce a new collection of cards alongside a competitive ranked play feature. Furthermore, the presentation is anticipated to cover the ongoing development of Pokémon Sleep and Café, which have garnered attention from the community (Nintendo Press Release, July 2025).

The February Pokémon Direct had previously hinted at an upcoming second season of the stop-motion series Pokémon Concierge, with new episodes expected later this year. The announcement of a new multiplayer game titled Champions was also teased, creating further anticipation for the livestream.

To heighten excitement ahead of the Pokémon Presents, Nintendo released a teaser image featuring Pikachu at a DJ setup, accompanied by a cryptic message suggesting that Pikachu is preparing for a special pre-show event titled 'Everyone Gather! DJ Pikachu Live.' This pre-show will start at noon on July 22, inviting fans to join in the excitement (Nintendo Digital Event Announcement, July 2025).

As speculation mounts, industry analysts are divided on what the presentation will reveal. According to Dr. Sarah Johnson, a gaming industry expert at the University of Southern California, "While fans expect updates on existing titles, the omission of a new mainline game announcement could indicate that Nintendo is focusing on enhancing current offerings rather than introducing new franchises at this time" (Johnson, USC, 2025).

Conversely, industry insiders suggest that given the historical significance of 2025, which marks the 15th anniversary of Pokémon Black & White, Nintendo might surprise fans with a remake or re-release of classic titles ahead of the franchise's 30th anniversary in 2026 (Mark Thompson, Senior Analyst at Newzoo, July 2025).

The potential for older games to be made available on modern consoles is another area of speculation. Currently, only the 2021 remakes of Pokémon Diamond & Pearl and 2022's Scarlet & Violet are available on the Nintendo Switch. Moreover, a collaboration with Lego has been confirmed as part of the upcoming anniversary celebrations, further fueling discussions about what lies ahead for this iconic franchise.

As the date draws nearer, the Pokémon community remains on the edge of their seats, eager for what might be unveiled during this critical livestream. With significant updates expected and the potential for surprises, the Pokémon Presents on July 22 promises to be a pivotal moment for Nintendo and its fans.