# Nintendo Switch 2 & Pokémon GO 10-Year Fest > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/devil-may-cry-5-switch-2-release > Updated: 2026-09-07T11:41:04.000Z. Sources: 131. Developments: 43. Capcom’s Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition launched on the Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 June 2026, running a stable 60 fps with optional 120 fps in handheld mode. Reviewers noted the console’s lack of docked variable-refresh-rate (VRR) despite strong handheld performance, a shortcoming highlighted alongside Bandai Namco’s Tekken arcade port, which supports VRR but is limited to local multiplayer. Nintendo’s Switch 2 schedule continued with Playstack’s roguelike RACCOIN (autumn) and Soft Source & Glory Jam’s Grim Trials (20 August). Niantic’s Pokémon GO marked its 10-year anniversary with a series of events. A week-long celebration (29 June–5 July) introduced new colour variants of Squawkabilly, shadow forms, and a super-rare Gimmighoul coin. A Latin-America-only “Ponte la #10” event (30 June–10 July) boosted spawns of starter Pokémon. Global festivities featured exclusive attack moves for Kanto starters, a rebrand of the development team to Scopely Explore, and a surprise Times Square raid on 9–10 July where over 1,000 trainers battled Mega Mewtwo Y. Following community feedback, developers confirmed that the rare Mewtwo with the Times Square background would be made available again. A global Timed Research event running until 6 September 2026 offered a guaranteed encounter with a 100% IV Mewtwo and a special commemorative background. Anniversary activities continued in late August. A PokémonXP panel broadcast on Twitch during the 2026 Pokémon World Championships weekend offered limited-time research for a Pikachu wearing a Cosmog space suit. On 27 August, a Spotlight Hour featured Mankey with double catch candy and the exclusive move ‘Fury Swipes’. Leading into Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Mega Finale (5–6 September), the Mega Ascension event provided access to Mega Starmie and Mega Raichu (X and Y) raids. ## Claims - Armored Mewtwo will return to Pokémon GO later this year during a Raid Day. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Pokémon GO reached the number one position in the App Store Japan games category on September 7. (single source) - The game Knives Out rose 35 ranks to number four in the App Store Japan games category. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: Pokémon Go players express frustration over Mewtwo events and server issues Pokémon Go players report frustration over technical server issues and the repetitive use of Mewtwo in recent events, despite teasers for the return of Armored Mewtwo later this year. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-players-express-frustration-over-mewtwo-events-and-server-issues ### 2026-09-07: Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Mega Raid performance and event outcomes Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Mega Finale featured high-tier raids including Mega Mewtwo Y and Mega Raichu Y, though players noted the absence of surprise Mega Kalos starter raids. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-fest-2026-mega-raid-performance-and-event-outcomes ### 2026-09-07: Pokémon GO announces Armored Mewtwo return and hits App Store top spot Pokémon GO has teased the return of Armored Mewtwo for a Raid Day later this year. The game also reached number one in the App Store Japan games category following recent major in-game events. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-announces-armored-mewtwo-return-and-hits-app-store-top-spot ### 2026-09-04: Pokémon GO hosts Megaclausura event for Fest 2026 Pokémon GO holds its Megaclausura event on September 5-6, 2026, featuring Mega-Mewtwo, Armored Mewtwo, and themed habitats to conclude Pokémon GO Fest 2026. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-fest-2026-mega-finale-features-mega-mewtwo-x ### 2026-09-04: Pokémon GO introduces Armored Mewtwo Tier 5 raids Armored Mewtwo returns to Pokémon GO as a challenging Tier 5 legendary raid boss, requiring Bug, Dark, or Ghost-type counters to defeat. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-introduces-armored-mewtwo-tier-5-raids ### 2026-09-02: Pokemon GO introduces Mega Evolutions to Great League and raids Pokemon GO expands Mega Evolution utility with its inclusion in the Great League PvP format and the arrival of Mega Raichu X in raids. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokemon-go-introduces-mega-evolutions-to-great-league-and-raids ### 2026-09-02: Pokémon GO prepares for Mega Finale event and new evolutions Pokémon GO players are preparing for the Pokémon GO Fest 2026: Mega Finale, featuring new Mega Evolutions for Kalos starters and high-level Mega Raids like Mega Mewtwo. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-prepares-for-mega-finale-event-and-new-evolutions ### 2026-08-31: Pokémon GO announces Armored Mewtwo return for Mega Finale event Pokémon GO announces the 2026 Mega Finale event, featuring the return of Armored Mewtwo in raids and new gameplay mechanics for Mega Evolutions, including a third Charged Attack for certain species. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-announces-armored-mewtwo-and-mega-evolution-updates ### 2026-08-27: Pokémon GO celebrates 10th anniversary with special events Pokémon GO celebrates its 10th anniversary with a Twitch livestream featuring exclusive rewards and a Mankey Spotlight Hour offering double candy and valuable moves for PvP players. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-celebrates-10th-anniversary-with-special-events ### 2026-08-16: Pokémon GO features Groudon and rare raid encounters until August 18 Pokémon GO players can encounter Groudon, Galarian Indeedee, and Hydrapple in Raid Battles until August 18, offering a rare chance to collect shiny variants and high-tier attackers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-features-groudon-and-rare-raid-encounters-until-august-18 ### 2026-08-15: Pokémon GO celebrates 10th anniversary with global events and Taipei exhibition Pokémon GO celebrates its 10th anniversary with a global Mewtwo research event and a special themed exhibition at Taipei Metro's Daan Forest Park Station. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-celebrates-10th-anniversary-with-global-events-and-taipei-exhibition ### 2026-08-13: Pokémon GO sees revenue surge during 10th anniversary Pokémon GO's 10th anniversary has triggered a massive revenue surge, with July spending hitting $141.5 million and the game climbing to 5th place in global mobile charts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-sees-revenue-surge-during-10th-anniversary ### 2026-08-12: Pokémon GO celebrates 10th anniversary with perfect Mewtwo giveaway Pokémon GO is celebrating its 10th anniversary by offering players a free encounter with a perfect-stat Mewtwo and a Master Ball through a limited-time special research event ending September 6, 2026. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-celebrates-10th-anniversary-with-special-mewtwo-event ### 2026-08-11: Pokémon GO announces Mega Ascension and Mega Finale events Pokémon GO announces the Mega Ascension event (Aug 31–Sept 4) and the upcoming GO Fest 2026 Mega Finale, featuring rotating Mega Raids and the highly anticipated debut of new Mega Evolutions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-announces-mega-ascension-and-mega-finale-events ### 2026-08-05: Pokémon GO launches Pokémon XP and 2026 World Championships celebration event Pokémon GO’s Pokémon XP and 2026 World Championships event runs 25‑30 Aug, adding new Pikachu costumes, GO Pass rewards, a higher battle limit, and ties to the San Francisco championships. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-launches-pokmon-xp-and-2026-world-championships-celebration-event ### 2026-07-31: Pokémon GO August 2026: New Raid Calendar and Gigadynamax Gortrom Event Pokémon GO’s August 2026 includes weekly legendary raids (Kyurem, Seen‑Trio, Groudon, Lunala, Regi‑Trio) and a Dyna‑Kampftag on 1 Aug debuting Gigadynamax Gortrom with boosted bonuses. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-august-2026-new-raid-calendar-and-gigadynamax-gortrom-event ### 2026-07-29: Pokémon GO's 10‑Year Anniversary Generates $8 B Revenue, Raises Tax Questions Pokémon GO's 10th‑anniversary event in Times Square drew 2,000 participants, sparked $8 B in lifetime revenue and created tax questions for players selling rare Mewtwo Pokémon. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-gos-10year-anniversary-generates-8-b-revenue-raises-tax-questions ### 2026-07-29: Pokémon GO Announces Global Mega-Finale for September 2026 Pokémon GO will hold a global Mega‑Finale on 5‑6 Sept 2026, ending the 10th‑anniversary GO Fest; details are still pending. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-announces-global-mega-finale-for-september-2026 ### 2026-07-26: Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global event focuses on Mega Mewtwo Y raid strategies The July 26 2026 Pokémon GO Fest global event features a Super Mega Raid against Mega Mewtwo Y, where using Mega‑evolution Pokémon to break shields and the Zacian “Kyōjūzan” field boost are crucial for victory. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-fest-2026-global-event-focuses-on-mega-mewtwo-y-raid-strategies ### 2026-07-21: Pokémon GO launches August 2026 GO Pass with Latias encounter and Lucky Trinket Pokémon GO's August 2026 GO Pass (4 Aug–8 Sept) offers a Latias encounter, Lucky Trinket and Deluxe options at $7.99/$9.99, plus extra items and a weekend no‑cap on GO Points. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-launches-august-2026-go-pass-with-latias-encounter-and-lucky-trinket ### 2026-07-21: Pokémon GO celebrates 10‑year anniversary with Times Square raid and global Ultra Bonus week Pokémon GO marks its 10th anniversary with a Times Square Mega Mewtwo raid and a global week‑long Ultra Bonus event offering up to 10× EXP and special Pokémon rewards. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-celebrates-10year-anniversary-with-times-square-raid-and-global-ultra-bonus-week ### 2026-07-19: Pokémon GO golden crown item expires on July 19 in Japan Pokémon GO’s Golden Crown obtained via GO Fest expires July 19; unused it disappears, so players should begin the 365‑day IV‑boost tasks immediately. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-golden-crown-item-expires-on-july-19-in-japan ### 2026-07-17: Pokémon GO partners with UK National Trust for 10th‑anniversary celebrations Pokémon GO celebrates its 10th anniversary with a National Trust partnership in the UK, adding special features at 140 sites and hosting a Shoreditch summer quest featuring Miniminter and Chunkz, with prize‑win 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-partners-with-uk-national-trust-for-10thanniversary-celebrations ### 2026-07-16: Pokémon GO announces Mossno stats and upcoming Mega Raichu Super Mega Raid in Japan Pokémon GO details Mossno’s stats and an Aug 4‑10 shiny event, and previews a July 18, 2026 Super Mega Raid with Mega Raichu X/Y, emphasizing the need for Mega‑evolution lineups. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-announces-mossno-stats-and-upcoming-mega-raichu-super-mega-raid-in-japan ### 2026-07-16: Pokemon GO Wild Area 2026 in Sendai sparks hotel surge Pokémon GO Wild Area 2026 in Sendai (Nov 6‑8) has filled hotels and flights, while summer events in Yokohama and Pokémon Centers draw fans with anniversary activities. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sendai-to-host-pokmon-go-wild-area-2026-event ### 2026-07-13: Pokémon GO 10th Anniversary Pulls 1,000+ Trainers to Times Square Over 1,000 players gathered in Times Square on July 10, 2026 for a Mega Mewtwo raid celebrating Pokémon GO’s 10th anniversary, part of a global GO Fest that drew 717,000 participants worldwide. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-10th-anniversary-pulls-1000-trainers-to-times-square ### 2026-07-12: Pokémon GO Fest 2026 draws global crowds in Mexico, Peru and Spain Pokémon GO Fest 2026 sees mass player gatherings in Mexico, Peru and Spain, while a new Aquatic Festival (Aug 18‑24) will debut three Pokémon worldwide. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-fest-2026-draws-crowds-in-spain-and-mexico-amid-global-event ### 2026-07-11: Pokémon GO marks 10‑year milestone with 1 billion downloads and global celebrations Pokémon GO’s 10‑year anniversary saw over 1 billion downloads, $1 bn revenue, a Times Square event, free global fest, and Scopely’s $3.5 bn acquisition of Niantic. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/newcastle-mother-zo-kinder-makes-pokmon-go-streaming-her-fulltime-career ### 2026-07-10: Pokémon GO Fest 2026 launches Mega Mewtwo X & Y in Super Mega Raids Pokémon GO Fest 2026 (July 11‑12) features free Habitat Hours, Super Mega Raids with Mega Mewtwo X (Saturday) and Mega Mewtwo Y (Sunday), a Genetic Mastery research to pick a form, Zeraora special research, and 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mega-mewtwo-y-raid-strategy-highlighted-for-pokmon-go-fest-2026 ### 2026-07-09: Pokémon GO celebrates 10-year anniversary with massive Times Square raid Pokémon GO marked its 10‑year anniversary with a surprise Unity Raid in Times Square, where over 1,000 trainers defeated Mega Mewtwo Y; the event was streamed globally and followed by a worldwide in‑game fest. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-celebrates-10-years-with-times-square-livestream ### 2026-07-09: Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global: Using ‘Time’s Direction’ to Reduce In‑Game Costs Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global on July 11‑12 lets players use the Origin‑Form Diagla’s “Time’s Direction” field to pause item timers, reducing in‑game costs for free and light‑paying trainers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-fest-2026-global-using-times-direction-to-reduce-ingame-costs ### 2026-07-07: Pokémon GO launches airport collaboration event across Japanese hubs Pokémon GO’s Japanese airport event runs July 2024‑2027 at six hubs with special raids, while players are urged to free 1,000 inventory slots before the July 2026 GO Fest. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-launches-airport-collaboration-event-across-japanese-hubs ### 2026-07-06: Niantic to Stream Global Pokémon Go 10th‑Anniversary Broadcast on July 9 Niantic will livestream a global Pokémon Go 10th‑anniversary broadcast on July 9, inviting players worldwide to join the first‑ever event. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/niantic-to-stream-global-pokmon-go-10thanniversary-broadcast-on-july-9 ### 2026-07-06: Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global Event Details and Player Prep Advice Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Global runs July 11‑12 with type‑specific encounters, Mega Mewtwo raids, and optional Deluxe Pass; players are advised to stock ~1,000 balls per day for the event. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-fest-2026-global-event-details-and-player-prep-advice ### 2026-07-06: Pokémon GO marks 10th anniversary as development team rebrands to Scopely Explore Pokémon GO celebrates its 10th anniversary with a July party and GO Fest, while its developer team rebrands from Niantic‑Games to Scopely Explore, pledging continuity for players. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-marks-10th-anniversary-as-development-team-rebrands-to-scopely-explore ### 2026-07-04: Niantic rolls out Pokémon GO weekly events for July 6‑12, 2026 Niantic’s Pokémon GO runs daily raids, legend spawns and anniversary bonuses worldwide from 6‑12 July 2026, counting down to GO Fest. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/niantic-rolls-out-pokmon-go-weekly-events-for-july-612-2026 ### 2026-07-03: Pokémon GO Marks 10‑Year Anniversary with Global Event and New Moves From July 4‑6, Pokémon GO’s 10‑year anniversary event grants fourfold catch XP, boosted shiny rates for select Pokémon, exclusive attack moves for starter evolutions, and the chance to obtain the special Ghost 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-marks-10year-anniversary-with-global-event-and-new-moves ### 2026-06-30: Pokémon GO launches 10th anniversary events with rare Gimmighoul and Latin America exclusive Pokémon GO’s 10th anniversary features a Latin America‑only “Ponte la #10” event (30 June‑10 July) and a global rare Gimmighoul variant (4‑6 July). 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-go-launches-10th-anniversary-events-with-rare-gimmighoul-and-latin-america-exclusive ### 2026-06-28: Pokémon GO launches week of June 29 – July 5 2026 events Pokémon GO’s 10th‑anniversary week (29 June‑5 July 2026) features Max Monday, Spotlight Hour, Articuno/Zapdos/Moltres raids, Flying Taxi, new Pokémon variants, Team GO Rocket takeover and path‑choice bonuses. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/capcom-launches-devil-may-cry-5-devil-hunter-edition-on-nintendo-switch-2 ### 2026-06-25: Nintendo Switch 2 Ports Highlight Performance Gaps and New Fight Game Release Capcom’s Devil May Cry 5 port shows the Switch 2 lacks docked VRR, while Bandai Namco releases the original Tekken with local‑only play and VRR support, launching June 25 for $17. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nintendo-switch-2-docked-mode-lacks-variable-refresh-rate-game-ports-reveal ### 2026-06-24: Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 Capcom’s Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition arrived on Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 June 2026, offering digital and physical releases, Vergil DLC, and 60 fps performance, though some Special Edition features are l 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/devil-may-cry-5-devil-hunter-edition-launches-on-nintendo-switch-2 ### 2026-06-22: Capcom launches Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 Capcom released Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23, 2026, offering all four characters, 60 fps (up to 120 fps), extra DLC and a limited‑time $30 price until early July, with 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/capcom-launches-devil-may-cry-5-devil-hunter-edition-for-nintendo-switch-2 ### 2026-06-09: Capcom Announces Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo and Capcom announced Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition for Switch 2, releasing June 23, 2026, featuring three protagonists, RE Engine graphics, and a demon‑infested Red Grave City storyline. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/devil-may-cry-5-devil-hunter-edition-announced-for-nintendo-switch-2-launching-june-23 --- Cite as: Nintendo Switch 2 & Pokémon GO 10-Year Fest. 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