Will Pokemon Pokopia Release on Nintendo Switch 1?

Pokemon Pokopia is the new upcoming game that feels like a crossover of Animal Crossing and Pokemon. This spin-off game diverts from the main storyline and takes a new turn. Here, you are a Ditto, who’s rebuilding a town and making it lively again, where once humans and Pokemon coexisted. With Pokemon Day coming close, the game’s release is nearby, and there are some major concerns with its platforms, especially Nintendo Switch 1. This article has all the information on whether Pokemon Pokopia will be on Switch 1, and how you can play it.

Will Pokemon Pokopia Be on Nintendo Switch 1?

No, Pokemon Pokopia isn’t releasing on Nintendo Switch 1 as of now. Pokemon Pokopia is scheduled for a March 5, 2026, release on Switch 2. However, there’s no information about its native release on Switch 1. We can expect more information during the 30th Anniversary livestream.

There are no reasons why the game isn’t on Switch 1, when it clearly looks like it’s highly compatible with the console. While you cannot install the game on the predecessor console, there are some adjustments you can make to play the game.

How to Play Pokemon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 1 (Alternate Methods Explored)

You can play Pokemon Pokopia on Switch 1 using the Nintendo GameShare feature. However, you first need a Nintendo Switch 2. Yes, you cannot skip this step. Ask your friends who have a Nintendo Switch 2, the game, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership.

Once you have all three of them, make sure that you and your friend with Switch 2 are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Now follow the steps below for both the sender’s and receiver’s consoles.

Sender’s Console ( Nintendo Switch 2 )

• Open Pokemon Pokopia.
• Click on the R button on Switch 2.
• Click on the GameShare + Local Play option
• This will send an invitation for local play on the consoles connected to the same network.

Receiver’s Console ( Nintendo Switch 1 )

• Click on the GameShare option from the Menu.
• Select a Local User.
• This will search for the games that are being shared.
• Now, you can join the game lobby on Switch 2 and start playing Pokemon Pokopia with your friends.

Pokemon Pokopia is a multiplayer game where players can build the town together and progress in it. This is similar to Minecraft’s cloud servers, where everyone can join in and play even if the host (island owner) isn’t playing. By using the GameShare option, you can easily host the game from Switch 2 and allow others to join even if you’re not playing the game.

That’s everything about Pokemon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch 1. Are you buying the game? Let us know in the comments.