Pokémon Pokopia: The Cosy Revolution That Nintendo's Switch 2 Desperately Needed The surprise hit of 2026 isn't a new Zelda or a 3D Mario — it's a life sim starring a shapeshifting blob of purple goo, and it's changing everything for Nintendo. By Staff Reporter | March 31, 2026 When Nintendo quietly announced a Pokémon life simulation game during a Nintendo Direct back in September 2025, the reaction from the gaming community was measured at best. A cozy builder starring Ditt