Highlights
- The highly anticipated Pokemon Horizons anime series will premiere in the US on February 23, 2024, exclusively on Netflix.
- The official trailer introduces main characters Liko and Roy, their Pokemon companions, and the mysterious organization Rising Volt Tacklers.
- The animation quality is impressive, and the series will be released in different regions at different times, with Canada and Australia following shortly after the US premiere.
The highly awaited Pokemon Horizons anime series has finally announced its release date for the United States, signaling the start of an exciting new chapter in the beloved franchise. US fans can look forward to catching it exclusively on Netflix starting on February 23, 2024. The US release date, along with other information regarding the Pokemon Horizons anime, was disclosed in the recently released official trailer of the upcoming series.
Pokemon is one of the highly popular and beloved franchises, captivating fans for more than 20 years. thrilled fans with the much-awaited announcement of the Pokemon Horizons anime in December 2022 at a special event in Japan. The exciting news was accompanied by a teaser trailer introducing the main characters, Liko and Roy as well as the fresh region called Paldea. However, the much-anticipated release date remained a mystery until November 2023. Finally, with the recently released official trailer, the arrival of Pokemon Horizons in the US is confirmed. It’s worth mentioning that debut dates for this series vary depending on regions.
Pokemon Horizons Anime Reveals Never-Before-Seen Pokemon
A Pokemon appearing in the Horizons anime appears to be a pre-evolution of a legendary that will feature in the upcoming Scarlet and Violet DLC.
The Pokemon Horizons trailer starts with a glimpse of our main character, Liko, filled with excitement about her upcoming adventures at the Indigo Academy in the Kanto region. Alongside her is her loyal companion, the captivating Pokémon Sprigatito. Liko is eager to delve into the exploration of not only new Pokemon species but also to discover more about herself. The trailer unfolds further and subsequently introduces another main character, Roy, accompanied by his cherished Pokemon, Fuecoco. Roy aspires to become a renowned trainer, aiming to build a formidable team of Pokemon.
After introducing the main characters, the trailer focuses on Friede, a member of the organization called Rising Volt Tacklers. Their mission remains mysterious but their strong determination to uncover Pokemon’s secrets and explore the world is evident. Amidst the captivating narrative, the beloved Charizard, a popular character makes a comeback and engages in an exciting battle against Amethio’s powerful Ceruledge. The animation during these combat scenes is incredibly smooth and skillful immersing the viewer in the heart of the action. Finally, at the end of the trailer, the premiere date of the upcoming series is revealed.
The series is scheduled to debut in Canada on March 2, 2024. Viewers in Canada can catch the broadcast on either Cartoon Network or Télétoon. For Australian fans, the series is slated to premiere on February 27, 2024. Those in Australia can tune in to 9Go! for the latest episodes. It’s worth noting that fans can anticipate a consistent level of animation quality, as Pokemon Horizons will be brought to life through the collaboration of OLM and Team Kato studios.
Pokemon Horizons will debut on Netflix in the US on February 23, 2024.
Source: Official Pokemon website, YouTube
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