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GTA 6 Pre-Orders Open June 25 With New Cover Art Revealed

Rockstar has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders open next Thursday, June 25 — and alongside the announcement, the studio unveiled the game’s official cover art and locked in a November 19, 2026 release date for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Singapore gamers, mark your calendars: Vice City is almost here.

GTA 6 (Grand Theft Auto 6) – Official Cover Art Reveal Trailer — via IGN on YouTube

GTA 6 Pre-Orders Start June 25 — Here’s What to Do Now

Pre-orders go live on June 25 across digital storefronts — the PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store — as well as at select physical retailers including Amazon and GameStop. Rockstar is inviting fans to wishlist Grand Theft Auto VI on the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store right now to receive a notification the moment pre-orders open.

Official pricing has not been announced. Specific editions and bonuses are also yet to be confirmed, with Rockstar indicating more details will follow closer to the June 25 pre-order launch. Multiple editions are expected, following the studio’s past release approach, likely with digital bonuses, early access options, and physical collector’s content.

Grand Theft Auto 6 official cover art featuring Jason and Lucia in Vice City
Image courtesy of Rockstar Games

The Cover Art: Jason, Lucia, and the Florida Sun

The newly revealed cover art follows Grand Theft Auto’s signature collage format — the same approach used for GTA V back in 2013. Protagonists Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos take centre stage at the top of the artwork, with a cast of Vice City characters, vehicles (a seaplane, a speedboat, sports cars, motorcycles), and Florida wildlife including an alligator filling the surrounding panels. An updated GTA VI logo with a new all-white border appears prominently. It is unmistakably GTA, and unmistakably Vice City.

Vice City Returns: What We Know About GTA 6

Rockstar first revealed Grand Theft Auto VI in December 2023 with a trailer that instantly became one of the most-watched game trailers in history. The game is set in a fictional version of Miami and the surrounding South Florida region — Vice City, the series’ beloved sun-soaked crime playground, returning for the first time in a mainline entry since 2002. The story follows dual protagonists Jason and Lucia navigating the criminal underbelly of the state of Leonida.

Development has been ongoing under intense secrecy for years. With a November 19, 2026 release date locked in and pre-orders just a week away, the finishing line is finally in sight. A PC release has not been confirmed at this stage; Rockstar has officially announced PS5 and Xbox Series X/S for launch.

Last words

GTA 6 is shaping up to be the biggest gaming release of 2026 — and Singapore fans can lock in their copy next Thursday when pre-orders open on June 25. SGD pricing has not yet been confirmed; full edition details and pricing are expected when pre-orders go live. Keep an eye on the PlayStation Store Singapore and our game news coverage for updates when they drop.

NARUTO Card Game Is Coming in 2027 — Bandai’s Newest TCG Revealed

Bandai Card Games has officially announced the NARUTO CARD GAME, a brand-new strategy-focused trading card game set in Masashi Kishimoto’s beloved ninja world — and it is coming to players worldwide in 2027.

NARUTO CARD GAME – Official Teaser Trailer — via IGN on YouTube

What Is the NARUTO CARD GAME?

Built by BANDAI CARD GAMES — the same brand behind the Dragon Ball Super Card Game and Digimon Card Game — the NARUTO CARD GAME is designed as a strategy-first competitive TCG. Full details on card mechanics, deck construction, and rarity tiers are held until 29 July 2026, the day before its first public playable event. What is confirmed is that this is a proper standalone TCG, not a collectible set, targeting the competitive card game audience.

NARUTO, the manga by Masashi Kishimoto, ran for 700 chapters and now sits at over 250 million copies in circulation worldwide. The franchise is one of the defining properties of Singapore’s ACG scene, and a dedicated competitive TCG has been a long time coming for fans here.

World Debut at Gen Con 2026

The game makes its global playable debut at Gen Con 2026 (30 July – 2 August, Indianapolis). Bandai is running free beginner Tutorial Sessions at the event, complete with demo decks. Attendees can also score the limited CP-001 Chakra Card promotional version, an exclusive backpack, a sticker, and a purchase ticket for the official playmat. Registration for tutorial slots opens on 21 June via the Gen Con website.

Kishimoto Sends a Message

Kishimoto commemorative illustration for the NARUTO CARD GAME announcement
Image courtesy of Bandai Card Games

Series creator Masashi Kishimoto offered a personal message alongside the reveal, as quoted in the official press release: “I’m glad to see the world of NARUTO grow larger once again. I truly hope these cards find their way to both your hands and your hearts.” A commemorative illustration accompanies the announcement.

What Singapore Players Should Watch For

Bandai Card Games products have a solid retail footprint in Singapore. The Digimon Card Game and Dragon Ball Super Card Game both support active local communities, with singles available at hobby stores across the island. It is reasonable to expect the NARUTO CARD GAME to follow a similar Southeast Asian distribution path — but no local retail or tournament roadmap has been announced yet.

Stay tuned via the official X account (@narutotcg_en) and the official website. The next major info drop is 29 July, when card designs, gameplay systems, and the full product roadmap will be revealed.

Last words

For Singapore’s ACG community, this is exactly the kind of announcement that gets card players talking. Naruto shaped a generation of anime fans here, and a properly competitive TCG treatment from Bandai — the house that made Digimon and Dragon Ball viable in local hobby stores — is worth getting genuinely excited about. Mark 29 July in your calendar for the full card reveal, and check out our other game news while you wait.

Until Then: Afterimages DLC Is Out Now

The Until Then: Afterimages DLC is out today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC — adding two brand-new story chapters to the Overwhelmingly Positive-rated Philippine-made narrative adventure set in the streets of Metro Manila.

Until Then: Afterimages – Release Date Trailer — via Maximum Entertainment on YouTube

What’s in the Afterimages DLC?

Afterimages introduces two new standalone chapters that follow supporting characters from the base game as they reckon with grief, growth, and the passage of time.

Chapter 1: Homecoming (Sofia)

Sofia returns to her hometown during a lockdown — familiar places have changed, people have moved on. The chapter explores what it means to revisit a life you once left behind.

Chapter 2: Sparks (Mark)

Mark is now the head of a college organisation where he finds an unexpected romance and reconnects with an old friend. It is quieter than the main game’s drama, but no less affecting.

Until Then: Afterimages DLC gameplay screenshot
Image courtesy of Maximum Entertainment

New Gameplay and Features in the DLC

Alongside the two new narrative chapters, Afterimages adds a handful of fresh mini-games — tarot card reading and baking feature prominently — plus expanded in-game smartphone content including dating app conversations and video-sharing platforms. Fans who loved the base game’s chatty phone UI will feel right at home.

Until Then: Afterimages promotional artwork
Image courtesy of Maximum Entertainment

Now on Xbox — and a Physical Edition This September

Until Then is also now available on Xbox Series X|S for the first time, bringing Polychroma’s acclaimed game to Microsoft console players. If you prefer a disc on the shelf, a physical edition bundling both the base game and the Afterimages DLC arrives on September 3, 2026.

The DLC is priced at US$4.99 on Steam (base game required). Check your regional Steam store for local pricing.

Why Singapore Gamers Should Play It

Developer Polychroma Games is based in the Philippines, and Until Then is one of the most culturally grounded games to emerge from Southeast Asia — rendered in a stunning 2.5D pixel-art style and set in a fictional version of Metro Manila that players across the region have found unexpectedly resonant. The base game holds an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam with over 13,000 reviews, has swept multiple local Game of the Year awards, and was featured prominently at the Southeast Asian Games Showcase 2026.

If you have not played the base game yet, the physical edition in September is the perfect entry point. For those who have already lived through Mark’s story once — Afterimages is ready for you today.

Last words

Southeast Asia has no shortage of creative talent, and Until Then remains one of the strongest arguments for paying attention to what our neighbours are making. The Afterimages DLC is a small but heartfelt addition to one of the region’s best-loved games — out today across all major platforms. Catch more of the latest game news on GameTrader.SG for everything landing this month.

Deltarune Chapter 5 Is Out Next Week — Free Update on All Platforms

Toby Fox’s acclaimed RPG series is adding its next chapter in under a week. Deltarune Chapter 5: The Field of Pink and Gold launches simultaneously worldwide on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 11 a.m. EDT — that is 11 p.m. SGT on the same night — and it arrives as a free update for everyone who already owns the game.

DELTARUNE – Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

One More Adventure Before the Final Act

If Chapter 4 left you feeling unsettled — dark clouds on the horizon and all that — Fox says Chapter 5 is a deliberate tonal shift. In his release-date newsletter he described it as a chance to “turn around and watch the sun, before it goes down completely” and enjoy “one more fun adventure” before the story heads into its closing chapters. The Dark World this time is built around Asgore’s flower shop, Flower King, which explains the floral enemies, the sprawling pink-and-gold colour palette, and the chapter’s subtitle.

Deltarune Chapter 5 The Field of Pink and Gold logo
Image courtesy of Toby Fox / Deltarune

Fox also confirmed he deliberately kept the best moments out of the reveal trailer, writing that he “avoided showing the most exciting moments” to preserve first-time surprises. The 46-second Nintendo Direct clip is restrained on purpose — trust that there is more waiting inside.

What Singapore Players Need to Know

The release is simultaneous worldwide, so no region-locking to worry about. Here is the quick breakdown:

  • Release time (SGT): Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 11 p.m.
  • Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5, PC (Windows), Mac
  • Existing owners: Free update — no extra purchase needed
  • New to Deltarune? All five chapters are bundled for USD 24.99 on Steam, the Nintendo eShop, and the PlayStation Store (approximately S$33–35 at current rates; local storefront pricing to be confirmed)
  • Just curious? Chapters 1 and 2 remain free to download on all platforms

What Comes After Chapter 5?

The series is planned as a seven-chapter story, and Fox shared some welcome news on that front: Chapter 6 is already in active development and moving faster than previous chapters, with some staff potentially beginning work on Chapter 7 before the year is out. With Chapter 5 arriving this week, the finish line of one of gaming’s most beloved indie stories is starting to come into view.

Follow our Game News section for updates as Chapter 5 drops next week.

Last words

Whether you are a veteran who has replayed Chapters 1 through 4 multiple times or a newcomer who stumbled in through Undertale, the timing here is ideal. Six days out. Mark 24 June in the calendar, Singapore — 11 p.m. is when the flowers bloom.

Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok Demo Is Out Now

Cygames has dropped a free demo for Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, and it is live right now across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. The trial arrives alongside a brand-new trailer that recaps the beloved original game ahead of the expansion’s July 9, 2026 launch.

[EN] Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok | Third Trailer “The Journey So Far” — via Granblue Fantasy: Relink Official Channel on YouTube

Three Modes to Try in the Granblue Fantasy Relink Endless Ragnarok Demo

The demo packs three distinct modes:

  • Story Mode — Play through an early chapter of the Granblue Fantasy: Relink main campaign. Clear it to earn in-game rewards redeemable when the full game launches on 9 July.
  • Quest Mode — Tackle four action quests solo or with friends across platforms. Beat the first three to unlock the fourth, “Sephira’s Sanguine Glimmer,” which gives you a first look at the Summons mechanic — an all-new Endless Ragnarok battle system available at Chaos difficulty and above.
  • Tutorial Mode — Brand new to the series? This mode walks you through exploration and combat basics before you dive in.

Crossplay is active from day one, letting PS5 players queue alongside Switch 2 and PC crews. No PlayStation Plus membership is required for PS5/PS4 multiplayer, though Nintendo Switch Online is needed for Switch 2 online sessions.

Granblue Fantasy Relink Endless Ragnarok third trailer screenshot showing Gran and crew in battle
Image courtesy of Cygames

Meet Seofon, the Star Sword Sovereign

One of Endless Ragnarok’s six brand-new playable characters, Seofon — the famed Star Sword Sovereign — is available to try in the demo. He unlocks differently in the full game, so the demo is your best chance to get hands-on time before 9 July. Cygames has also balanced the experience based on open beta feedback: the Aquila Ruby Golem boss in “Sephira’s Sanguine Glimmer” now has reduced HP and ATK values, making it more approachable for newcomers.

What Is Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok?

Released in 2024, Granblue Fantasy: Relink is Cygames’ cinematic action RPG set in a world of sky pirates and floating islands. Endless Ragnarok is a major standalone expansion adding a new storyline, the solo-progression Conflux system, and six new playable characters. It is also the franchise’s debut on Nintendo Switch 2, opening the series up to a whole new wave of players.

To unlock Endless Ragnarok’s story content in the full game, you’ll need to complete “The Tale of Bahamut’s Rage” quest from the base game, which then opens up Chaos-difficulty quests and the Conflux mode — a solo progression track that scales from early chapters all the way through the expansion’s final acts.

Pricing

  • New players (base game + Endless Ragnarok bundle): USD $59.99
  • Existing GBF Relink owners (Endless Ragnarok upgrade): USD $29.99

SGD pricing is to be confirmed — check the PlayStation Store Singapore or Steam Store for your regional price once the game launches on 9 July.

Last Words

For Singapore fans of action RPGs, GBF Relink’s Endless Ragnarok demo is a genuine no-brainer — it is completely free, playable right now, and rewards you with in-game items for the full version. The crossplay support also means your local friends on PS5, Switch 2, or PC can all queue together, which is exactly the kind of feature the Singapore gaming scene needs to make co-op nights frictionless.

Search “Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok” in your PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop, or Steam to grab the demo now. For more game launches and demos coming to Singapore, head over to our Game News section.

R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos Is Out Now — The 16-Year Wait Is Over

R-Type fans, the wait is finally, genuinely over. R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos, the Unreal Engine 5 remake of both PSP strategy entries, launched today, 18 June 2026, in the West on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Published by NIS America, this is the first time either Tactics game has appeared on current-generation hardware — and critically, the first time R-Type Tactics II has ever been released in English.

R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos – Release Date Announcement Trailer — via NIS America on YouTube

Sixteen Years in the Making

R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate originally launched on the PSP in Japan in 2009 but never made it West. Developer Irem shut down its consumer games division not long after, and the sequel quietly became one of strategy gaming’s most notable localisation gaps. Granzella — the studio formed by former Irem staff — brought the franchise back with this full remake collection, and NIS America stepped in as Western publisher to finally close the English gap seventeen years on.

Both games have been rebuilt from scratch in Unreal Engine 5, far removed from the original PSP releases. The collection adds a brand-new post-game storyline on top of the original campaigns, meaning there is fresh content even for players who imported the Japanese version earlier this year.

What Is in the Collection?

The two games in the set share the R-Type universe’s distinctive aesthetic — humanity’s Space Corps versus the biomechanical Bydo empire — but play out as turn-based tactical strategy rather than the shoot-’em-up series it spun off from. Each campaign offers hundreds of ship units to deploy, branching mission structures, and the ability to play as both the Space Corps and the Bydo across separate playthrough perspectives.

  • R-Type Tactics I — remake of the 2007 PSP original, now in English with UE5 visuals
  • R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate — the 2009 sequel, in English for the first time anywhere
  • New post-game campaign — an entirely original storyline added for this Cosmos release

Platforms and Where to Get It in Singapore

The game is out today on all major platforms available in Singapore: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). A Limited Edition physical bundle — including a 2-disc soundtrack, conceptual art cards, and two acrylic stands (Rwf-9A Arrow Head and Bwf-1Dα Bydo System Alpha) — is priced at USD 79.99 via the NIS America Online Store. Standard digital pricing is available directly on each platform’s store. Note the Limited Edition for Xbox Series X|S is no longer offered; that version is digital-only.

Japan, Asia, and Korea players have been able to play since 12 March 2026 — so today’s Western launch fills in the last major release territory gap.

Last Words

R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos is a genuine occasion for strategy fans: a beautifully remastered pair of games that most Western players never got to experience properly, now on every current platform. For Singapore players with a PS5, Switch 2, or a capable PC, there is no excuse not to check it out — especially if you have ever bounced off the original shoot-’em-up series and wondered what the franchise looks like as a tactics game. It looks like this. Check out our Game News section for more launch coverage this week.

Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops II Are Finally Coming to PS5 This July

Two of the most iconic Call of Duty entries in history are finally making their way to PlayStation. Treyarch has officially confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010) and Call of Duty: Black Ops II (2012) are being ported to PS4 and PS5, with both games launching in July 2026.

The Games PlayStation Players Have Been Locked Out Of

This is genuinely a big deal for the PlayStation community. Black Ops and Black Ops II have been playable on modern Xbox hardware through Xbox’s backwards compatibility for years, and they’ve been available on PC via Steam. But PlayStation players — on PS4 and PS5 — have had no way to access either game on current hardware. Today that changes.

Treyarch made the announcement via their official X account, with the studio confirming that “the original Black Ops and Black Ops 2 are being ported to PlayStation in July, courtesy of our partners at Iron Galaxy,” as relayed in reporting by GamesRadar.

Call of Duty: Black Ops classic multiplayer
Image courtesy of Activision

Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies — All Included

Both ports include the full package. No modes cut, no “campaign-only” release like we’ve seen elsewhere.

  • Call of Duty: Black Ops — the Cold War-era campaign that shocked players with its narrative twists, plus the multiplayer that defined a generation, and the Kino der Toten and Five zombie maps that launched the Zombies phenomenon.
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops II — a futuristic campaign with branching story choices, the best competitive multiplayer Black Ops ever delivered, and a Zombies mode that built on Origins and Tranzit to create the most expansive undead experience of the series.

File sizes have been confirmed: Black Ops at 22.7GB and Black Ops II at 30.3GB. Plan your storage accordingly.

What to Expect — and What Not to Expect

Treyarch and Iron Galaxy are delivering direct ports, not remasters. There will be no dramatic texture reworks or modern quality-of-life overhauls. These games will look and feel like you remember them, running natively on modern hardware. That’s a fair trade for titles that are 14–16 years old and still hold up remarkably well — especially in multiplayer and Zombies.

Iron Galaxy knows what they’re doing here. The studio has previously handled console ports of Diablo III, Overwatch, and Fallout 76, so technical execution should be solid. A specific date in July has not yet been announced, and pricing information has not been confirmed either.

Last Words

Singapore is a PlayStation-heavy market, and COD has a loyal following here that stretches back to the Black Ops era. If you’ve never had a chance to experience these two on PlayStation hardware — or want to revisit Zombies with your crew on PS5 — July is looking like a good month. Watch the official Call of Duty channels for the exact launch date, and check back on GameTrader.SG’s game news when it drops.

GTA V PS5 Upgrade Is Now Free — and The Kortz Center Heist Drops in July

If you own Grand Theft Auto V on PS4 or Xbox One, today is the day you’ve been waiting for. Rockstar has officially made the upgrade to the PS5 and Xbox Series version of GTA V free, effective June 18 — and to sweeten the deal, the studio has revealed its next major GTA Online update: The Kortz Center Heist, arriving in July.

The GTA V Next-Gen Upgrade Is Finally Free

Starting today, any player who owns a digital copy of Grand Theft Auto V on PlayStation 4 can upgrade to the PS5 version at no cost. The same goes for anyone on the digital Xbox One version — the Xbox Series X|S upgrade is yours for free. And if you’re on the PC Legacy version, you can move to the Enhanced edition without paying a cent either.

The next-gen versions aren’t just a resolution bump. They include Hao’s Special Works (HSW) vehicle upgrades and performance tuning, Career Progress rewards, ray-tracing options on PC, and full migration of your Story Mode and GTA Online progress from your old platform. Your characters, your money, your garage — all carry over.

GTA V next-gen edition — free upgrade available from June 18 2026
Image courtesy of Rockstar Games

The Kortz Center Heist: GTA Online’s Next Big Score

Alongside the upgrade news, Rockstar dropped the reveal of GTA Online’s next major update. As the studio announced on the Rockstar Newswire: “Prepare to raid the halls of Los Santos’ most prestigious art gallery in The Kortz Center Heist.”

The target is the Kortz Center — a landmark perched on the hills of Pacific Bluffs, famous across Los Santos for its internationally renowned collection of fine art. This is a multi-stage operation: before you can pull off the heist itself, you’ll need to add the Art Studio extension to your Mansion property, then scope out the complex, gather intelligence, and select your approach.

Crucially, The Kortz Center Heist is designed for solo players and full crews alike — so whether you’re running it with three friends or going in alone, the option is there.

The Kortz Center in GTA Online — the target of the new heist
Image courtesy of Rockstar Games

The Fine Art Collector Programme

In the weeks running up to the update’s arrival, Rockstar is hosting a series of GTA Online events that offer bonus GTA$ rewards, major discounts on in-game properties and vehicles, and access to the new Fine Art Collector Programme — a way to earn rare and exclusive collectibles before the Kortz Center’s doors are even cracked open. It’s worth logging in now to bank those prep bonuses ahead of the July launch.

The update is expected to drop on July 14, 2026, as part of Title Update 1.73. It may also be one of the last major storyline-focused updates for GTA Online before the long-awaited GTA VI arrives.

Last Words

For Singapore GTA fans, the timing couldn’t be better. The free upgrade removes the last reason to stay on PS4 — if you haven’t made the jump to PS5 yet, now’s the time, and you bring your entire GTA Online account with you. And for those already on current-gen, The Kortz Center Heist gives the game a fresh reason to stay installed. Check out more game news on GameTrader.SG as the July update approaches.

30 Years of Pokémon Box Art in One Collection: Game Package Merch Drops at Pokémon Center Online Today

Thirty years ago, a pair of cartridges called Pocket Monsters Red and Green launched in Japan and quietly changed pop culture forever. To mark the occasion, The Pokémon Company has released one of its most ambitious merchandise lines yet — a collection of products designed around the box art of every major mainline Pokémon game ever made, covering the full run from 1996’s Pokémon Red and Green right through to last year’s Pokémon LEGENDS: Z-A. The goods went live at Pokémon Center Online Japan on 18 June 2026 at 10am JST (that’s 9am SGT, so some of us may already be placing orders).

Pokémon 30th anniversary game package collection products
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

What Is the Pokémon Game Package Collection?

The line, officially called the Pokémon Game Package Collection, spans 39 major Pokémon game releases — every mainline title, both paired versions and the Legends games. The designs are based on the Japanese box art, which matters to collectors: Pokémon Green, the Japan-exclusive twin to Red that never received an international release, appears in its own right here rather than being swapped out for Pokémon Blue. For Western fans and Singapore collectors who grew up seeing only Red and Blue on shop shelves, that’s a genuinely rare treat.

Everything in the Lineup — and What It Costs

The collection covers six main product types:

  • Package Pins — generation-grouped sets with glitter-edged enamel pins faithfully recreating each box art. Sets run from ¥660 (roughly S$6) for a single-game set like Legends: Z-A up to ¥2,640 (S$24) for the original Red and Green duo.
  • Package Magnet Collection — 3D magnets that replicate the shape, texture and metallic finishes of the actual game boxes, including glitter effects. Capsule-toy format, grouped by era.
  • T-Shirts in Box-Shaped Pouches — ¥3,960 (≈S$36) each, available in M and L. The front features the Pokémon from that game’s box art; the back prints a chronological timeline of every game release. The pouch itself is shaped like the game’s original software packaging.
  • Package Cap & Sacoche (Shoulder Bag) — Both ¥2,970 (≈S$27). The cap and bag are designed as canvases to display your pins — attach your collection and wear it.
  • Package & Game Card Keychain Collection — ¥400 (≈S$4) capsule toys featuring true-to-life miniature cartridges and game cards from various eras.
  • Package Pins All Package Collection 1996–2025 — The centrepiece. All 39 game box art pins, arranged in chronological order and displayed in a framed wall piece with a built-in stand. Priced at ¥30,000 (≈S$274). Yes, it is expensive. Yes, we want one anyway.
Pokémon 30th anniversary package pin collection framed display
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

The Green Version Moment — Why This Collection Hits Different

Most Singapore Pokémon fans grew up with Red and Blue — Green was the one that only Japanese kids got. Seeing it represented alongside its counterpart in a chronologically ordered display is a small but meaningful nod to the franchise’s history. The collection also doesn’t skimp on the dual-game pairings: Diamond and Pearl each get their own pin, Gold and Silver each get their own design, all the way through Scarlet and Violet. For anyone who has collected multiple versions across 30 years, the full 39-game framed display is essentially a trophy of the hobby itself.

How Singapore Fans Can Order

The Pokémon Game Package Collection is currently available exclusively at Pokémon Center Online Japan — no confirmed Singapore or international release date has been announced. That’s standard for Japan-exclusive Pokémon Center drops, and it does not mean an international release won’t happen, just that it hasn’t been confirmed yet.

In the meantime, Singapore fans have a few reliable options for import shopping:

  • Buyee — A widely used proxy service that lets you purchase from Japanese sites directly. Works with Pokémon Center Online.
  • ZenMarket — Similar proxy, popular in the SG community, no subscription needed.
  • Meccha Japan — A dedicated Japanese import store that often stocks Pokémon Center goods directly. Worth bookmarking.

Shipping and proxy fees will add to the cost, so factor in around 20–30% on top of the yen prices above. For more on Pokémon and gaming merch for Singapore fans, check our merchandise section.

Last Words

As Singapore’s own gaming scene continues to grow — from Pokémon GO Raid Days at Bugis and Marina Bay Sands to the packed floors of Anime Festival Asia — it’s easy to forget that the franchise at the heart of so much of that excitement only exists because of a pair of Japanese Game Boy cartridges thirty years ago. This collection is a tangible, displayable reminder of that journey. Whether you’re going for a ¥660 single-era pin or dropping ¥30,000 on the full framed display, there’s something here for every type of Pokémon fan. Just don’t blame us when your wallet takes a hit.