What the world needs now is…more Pokemon. Find your inner five year old and fall under the spell of Pokopia, says our Games critic

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Pokémon Pokopia (Nintendo Switch 2, £58.99)

Verdict: Creature comforts

My five-year-old loves Pokémon, but I don’t share his enthusiasm. That’s why the idea of a Pokémon game similar to Minecraft or Animal Crossing – where you build and manage a world – didn’t appeal to me.

I was really surprised by how much I loved playing Pokopia! It’s quickly become my favorite Pokémon game, and honestly, one of the best games I’ve played recently – even better than last week’s Resident Evil Requiem. There’s just something really special about it.

You play as Ditto, a charming Pokémon with the ability to transform into other creatures. He finds himself in a deserted place, mysteriously empty of both people and Pokémon. He’s been tasked with bringing life back to this once-thriving home, and he doesn’t really have a choice in the matter.

He copies the skills of other Pokémon. He starts by learning to spray water, which helps plants grow and draws more Pokémon to the area. Before long, he’s able to create fire, shape the land, and bring your biggest ideas to life.

Pokopia is a very laid-back game, but it still keeps you engaged. It constantly presents little goals, and you’ll quickly find yourself creating your own – and even challenges for friends! The multiplayer mode, where up to four players can collaborate on a single island, is incredibly fun.

As a lifestyle expert, I’m always looking for things that genuinely spark joy, and let me tell you, the Pokémon in this game are it! It’s not just about playing a game, it’s about watching these charming creatures come to life on your screen and seeing how they interact. Honestly, it’s this connection with the Pokémon themselves that makes this game stand out – they were made for this kind of experience. It’s a really special feeling!

This game feels perfect for players like us. For years, we’ve focused on catching and battling Pokémon, but Pokopia asks a refreshing question: what if everyone could just coexist peacefully? My five-year-old is absolutely loving it, and honestly, so am I.

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2026-03-12 22:03