While Valentine’s Day often takes center stage in February, many gamers are ready to show their love for a completely different holiday: Pokémon Day!Nintendo has already startedthe preparations for the February 27th celebration, while Pokémon fans on Reddit and other social media sites brace for an expected game announcement, with a new Unova region Pokémongame leading polls and wishlists. For those looking to be decked out for the holiday, either to play at home or join in onsome Pokémon Go events, there is plenty of cool, cute, and chic Pokémon gear up for grabs!
The Best Pokémon Day Gear
PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch
The PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch perfectly combines excellent performance and affordable costs. Players can choose from a number of Pokemon-themed finishes, including a daring Charizard and a retro Pikachu.
PERFECTSIGHT Cute Pokemon Game Card Case
This Nintendo Switch game case is perfect for Pokémon fans everywhere. Featuring 24 slots, the case comes with two silicone inserts that keep games clean and protected. The slots are suitable for both games and SD cards, making it seriously helpful for Switch players on the go. The case magnetically shuts too, preventing it from opening. Plus, there are adorable, fan-favorite Pokémon displayed in full color on the front, making the case a fantastic addition to Switch setups.
Loungefly Pokemon Arcanine Mini Backpack
This GameStop Exclusive mini backpack from Loungefly is a stylish homage to a firey favorite. Arcanine is front and center with this bag, which is made with durable faux leather and high-quality stitching. Although there are plenty of otherLoungefly Pokemon bagsto be had, this exclusive Arcanine mini backpack has a uniquely darker style comparatively.
Loungefly Pokemon Starter Pixel 8-Bit Mini Backpack
Another GameStop exclusive mini backpack from Loungefly, this faux leather bag shows off 8-bit versions of the original Pokémon starters. Featuring both a front and back zippered pocket, players get two compartments for storage, rather than just one. The bold black borders and shiny metal zippers support the bag’s durability while adding an extra touch of style to the design.
Fujifilm Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer Pikachu Special Edition
The Instax Mini Link for Nintendo Switch Smartphone Printer is available in Ash White with red and blue accents to match the signature colors of the Nintendo Switch. Perfect for fans of Pokémon, this printer comes with a customized Pikachu silicone case. Users can use the Instax Switch app to print screenshots from Pokémon Snap and other games on the fly!
Pikachu Knit Hat with Ears
This warm beanie hat is the perfect addition to any Pokémon fan’s winter closet. This Pikachu hat features a big face on the front and 3D ears on top, so players can really become the Pokéfan they’ve always wanted to be. Made with acrylic yarn, this unisex beanie is a great accessory to wear during February’s Pokemon Day celebrations!
Eevee Knit Hat with Ears
This warm beanie hat is the perfect addition to any Pokémon fan’s winter closet. This Eevee hat features a big face on the front and 3D ears on top, so players can really become the Pokéfan they’ve always wanted to be. Made with acrylic yarn, this unisex beanie is a great accessory to wear during February’s Pokemon Day celebrations!
Embroidered Pikachu Snapback Hat
Great for all seasons, this stylish snapback hat features a simple design that can fit in just about anywhere. A white silhouette of Pikachu is front and center on this hat, with the black background making it easy to pair with any outfit. For those who want to celebrate Pokemon with a bit more style than pure fandom, this cool cap is the way to go.
Kanji Pikachu Adult Pokemon Backpack
Players can celebrate their favorite Pokémon with this Pikachu backpack. The bag comes in black and features a manga-style, black and white image of Pikachu standing in front of a yellow background while white kanji letters appear above the image. Black letters with yellow outlines under the character spell out Pokémon. With a laptop pocket and plenty of other space, plus comfortable straps, this backpack is great for Pokemon fans with a commute.
Pokemon Starters Spiral Tabbed Notebook
A must-have for the journey to becoming a Pokémon master, this 8" x 5" Spiral Tabbed Notebook features a hardcover with an adorable design of Pokémon surrounding a Pokéball. Each tab shows a classic starter Pokémon and Eevee, making it easy to split the 75-page notebook into multiple sections for greater organization. Perfect for jotting down notes while playing Pokémon Go or preparing a Pokémon team, this little notebook is great for bringing along on adventures.
Jazwares Pokemon Psyduck 3.5-in Clip-On Plush
This Psyduck Clip-On Plush measures just 3.5 inches and is made with a super soft material. It can be easily clipped onto any backpack or travel bag. This popular water-type looks like it jumped right out of the smash-hit Pokémon Animated Series, Pokemon Concierge. An officially licensed Pokémon product from Jazwares, this plush keychain is great for Psyduck lovers.
Jazwares Pokemon Dragonite 24-in Plush
Choose to cuddle Dragonite, the Dragon Pokémon. This snuggly 24-inch Pokémon plush is made with super soft material and always ready to nuzzle its trainer. With a sweet wave, fans of Pokemon Concierge will especially love adding this plush to their space. A perfect companion for watching Nintendo Direct and other Pokemon announcements, players shouldn’t miss out on the chance to catch Dragonite for themselves!
Pokémon Sweet Assortment Switch Accessory Pack
This super cute Switch accessory set is perfect for Pokémon fans who love pastel aesthetics. The officially licensed PowerA Small Pokémon: Sweet Assortment for Nintendo Switch includes a Joy-Con Comfort Grip, Nano Wired Controller and Protection Case, all featuring three of the most favored Pokémon characters. All the accessories are made with durable materials, and the controllers are just as reliable as any other high-quality peripheral from PowerA.
Pokemon Sweets Time 20oz Ceramic Mug
This adorable mug looks sweet enough to eat, with cute café motifs serving as a background for two of the cutest Pokémon around: Pikachu and Eevee. Serving up a whole 20 ounces of coffee, tea, or any other kind of drink, Pokémon fans can get ready for the day with a smile and a sip! The ceramic mug is also microwave and dishwasher-safe, thank goodness.
Pokemon GO+ Plus
This tie-in device works with Pokémon GO and the Pokémon Sleep app. There’s a Pikachu within the Pokémon GO+ Plus that can sing lullabies and even act as a morning alarm. With Pokémon GO, use this accessory to spin PokéStops or throw different kinds of Pokéballs automatically. Both apps have bonuses for using the Pokémon GO+ Plus, which players will want to take advantage of as often as possible.
Squishmallows Pokemon Clefairy 20-in
Everyone’s favorite Fairy-type Pokémon, Clefairy, is joining the Squishmallows Squad! This collectible, super-squeezable Pokémon plush is made with soft, high-quality materials. Just as with any other Squishmallow, Clefairy is perfect for cuddling with while watching or playing Pokémon. Officially licensed by The Pokémon Company International, this squishmallow is ready to be pre-ordered for release on March 4th, 2024.
Choosing the Best Accessories for Pokemon Day
Obviously, Pokémon has released a ton of accessories. With options ranging from competitive fight pads to super cute jewelry, it can be difficult to focus on what a player wants or needs the most. Here are a few tips to ensure that players' Pokémon accessories are the best!
Licensing:Nintendo and the Pokémon Company have officially licensed products through numerous partnerships, from PowerA to Gucci. Although there are many third-party products available, the quality is not guaranteed, so buyers should carefully examine the details of any Pokémon product that can’t be returned or exchanged easily.
Usefulness:Sure, having cute Pokémon stuff is awesome, but it’d be great if the money spent on these accessories leads to another benefit besides style. Controllers, protective cases, and bags offer high usability and are therefore a better value overall.
Design:Everyone familiar with the Pokémon Contests knows that cutesy Pikachu isn’t always the winning look. Players who prefer their Pokémon to be cool, beautiful, clever, or tough over cute should choose a design that matches their vibe. While certain Pokémon are used in designs much more often than others, players can still find accessories that match their aesthetic. Darker colors tend to give off a cool or tough look; light colors are usually used with cute and beautiful accessories; minimalist designs, on the other hand, are perfect for clever and tough Pokémon styles.
Best Budget Pokemon Accessory
Even though some Pokemon accessories are priced for millionaires, there are tons of extremely affordable options too. The Psyduck Clip-On Plush from Jazwares is perfect for anyone who enjoyed 2023’s cozy smash-hit,Pokemon Concierge. The clip is wide enough to fit onto most keychains and backpacks, while its muted gray color seamlessly melds with any style. A small Pokeball indentation shows off the fact that this is officially licensed Pokemon merchandise.
Of course, there are tons of differentPokémon plushies and Squishmallowsto choose from, but many of those sell out quickly and cost almost as much as a full Pokémon game. This adorable clip on Psyduck has the yellow Pokémon in their classic, headache stance, complete with soft fabric fur and cute, round eyes. This keychain makes a great gift for any Poké-friends and costs less than $10.
Best Premium Pokemon Accessory
Fujifilm Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer Bundle Special Edition
The fanciest fans of Pokémon will have little excuse to pass up this premium accessory, especially if they want to capture all the exciting moments of Pokémon Day. This smartphone printer is perfect for making physical copies of pictures taken with any Bluetooth device that supports the Instax app. That app also comes with a special Switch Direct Print mode, which allows players to print out their favorite in-game shots from Pokémon Snap or any other Nintendo title!
While this version of theInstax Mini comes at a slight premiumover the standard, it also includes a super cute Pikachu cover made with silicone, providing extra protection when running around forPokémon Go. Despite its high price, the Pikachu edition of the Fujifilm Instax Mini is a top-of-the-line accessory for Pokémon fans who love capturing and sharing adventures.
Editor’s Choice Pokemon Accessory
Pokemon Pikachu Kanji Adult Black Backpack
This hardcore-looking Pokémon backpack is perfect for adults who can’t wait to head out on Pokémon Day to enjoy the various events in their region. The sleek black bag uses a classic manga-style snapshot of Pikachu, complete with Japanese Kanji and a slick outlined Pokémon logo. Avid Pika fans will also notice that the tail is partially obscured, making the displayed Pikachu gender-neutral (in a Schrödinger’s cat kind of way).
The bag isn’t just stylish, it’s fairly useful too. There’s a broad laptop pocket inside the bag, plus a smaller file pocket and the main section. Adjustable straps and a partial mesh back make the bag very comfortable to travel with. Plus, the durable polyester and PU materials make the bag easy to clean with a simple cleaning cloth. It’s a bit expensive compared to some of the other items on this list, but against other laptop bags, the price is almost perfectly mid-range.
