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DLC for Pokemon Sword and Shield Coming This Year

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In a somewhat welcomed yet controversial move, the Pokemon Company and Game Freak have announced upcoming downloadable content for Pokemon Sword and Shield, the latest entry in the long-running video game and media franchise. Players will soon get to explore the Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra, new additions to the expansive Galar Region.

The Isle of Armor DLC is set to be released in June this year, and will include new content such as new costumes, wild areas, additional story content, as well as more Pokemon species, which somewhat serves as an answer to early criticisms that the game had too few Pokemon. Meanwhile, the Crown Tundra content is slated to come at a later date in Fall 2020.

This should be an interesting move on Game Freaks’ part as Pokemon Producer Junichi Masuda has previously stated that there were no plans to bring missing Pokemon species. However, with the announcement of the new LDC, we feel that this is the right move on Game Freak’s part in order to win back some love from disgruntled players. However, it’s still too soon to say which specific Pokemon are being brought over via DLC.

If you haven’t gotten them yet, Pokemon Sword and Shield are available now on Amazon for around $54 each.

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  • Playing video games has always been a part of me, growing up until adulthood I have always been a video game freak. From super Mario to super bricks and Nintendo soccer to Mortal Kombat, it’s just amazing how I can not out grow playing video games even now as an adult. Pokemon is one unique game I have enjoyed with my siblings over the years, and they always come up with second affordable new releases. I can’t wait to get my hands on these new Pokemon sword and shield on the market. Thanks guys for the info. 

  • Many thanks to you for sharing such an excellent article with us .Pokémon Company and Game Freak have announced the latest downloadable content for Pokémon Sword and Shield, the latest entry in the video game and media franchise. This will allow players to explore the Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra soon and is a new addition to the wider Gala territory.The DLC will be released in June this year and will include new wild costumes, wild areas, additional story content, as well as more Pokémon species. Interesting move on the part of the game freaks because Pokemon producer Junichi Masuda says there are no plans to bring the missing Pokemon species .I think part of the game freak is the right move to get love back . It is very interesting to know which Pokémon is being brought through DLC .

    Lastly, I hope your article will help everyone to know a lot and share their new experiences with you soon.