It was not too long ago introduced that Rian Johnson (Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Knives Out), directed the teaser trailer for Pokemon Go Fest 2020, which goes digital for the primary time because the game launched in 2016.
The information comes from an official Niantic blog post, which options info on Go Fest going digital, in addition to particulars about how Rian Johnson directed the business.
“With Pokémon GO Fest 2020 barely three weeks away, we could not be more excited to host this all-new, first-of-its-kind virtual event for Trainers around the world,” wrote Pokemon Go product advertising and marketing supervisor Veronica Saron within the weblog submit. “The response from the community has been incredible, and we’ve already sold more than 700,000 tickets from more than 110 countries and regions.”
The submit additionally options quotes from Johnson, who mentioned his personal private relationship with the illustrious video game collection.
“Pokémon GO has kept me engaged with my friends remotely as I’ve been practicing physical distancing these past few months,” he stated. “As a longtime Pokémon trainer, it was a real pleasure working with Niantic on this spot. It was a new experience for me to direct a production remotely, and I enjoyed the highly collaborative process and think we put together a fun and upbeat commercial that fans will enjoy.”
Pokemon Go Fest will happen in digital workforce lounges later this month, with the occasion scheduled to transpire throughout July 25 and July 26.
In associated information, it was not too long ago revealed that Pokemon Go would be introducing Mega Evolutions. Meanwhile the subsequent Pokemon Go Community Day will happen shortly earlier than Go Fest 2020, kicking off on July 19. Ghost-type aficionados will probably be glad to listen to that it’s resulting from characteristic Gastly.
If you’re extra taken with Pokemon Sword and Shield than Go, take a look at our Isle of Armor review. If you want some assist getting began with the DLC, we’ve got you covered on that front, too.