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Pokopia DLC: Expansion Pass release dates and what to expect
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- Alex Raisbeck
Published: Saturday, 15 August 2026 at 7:00 am
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After a hit launch, there's more to enjoy in terms of Pokémon Pokopia DLC - that's right, Part 1 of the Expansion Pass out now!
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The Pokopia DLC will be split into parts, but you only need to buy it once to get access to all of it.
So, if you're looking forward to playing some new stuff in the game, here's what you need to know about the upcoming Pokopia DLC.
When is the Pokopia DLC release date? All Expansion Pass release windows
The Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass is set to release in three parts across 2026 and 2027.
Here are the release dates for the three Pokopia DLC updates:
- Part 1 (Bubbly Basin) – 5 August 2026 (out now)
- Part 2 (Additional new features) – Planned release date 31 March 2027
- Part 3 (Additional new town) – Planned release date 30 September 2027
To access the first DLC, Bubbly Basin, players will need to complete the request 'Raise the environment level!' in the Bleak Beach area.
You will also need to learn the new move, Dive, to access the new DLC area. If you have the DLC installed, head to Bleak Beach and the Professor will point you in the right direction to do this.
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Can I pre-order the Pokopia DLC?
Yes, the Pokopia DLC is now available to order.
Players can purchase it directly from the Nintendo eShop for £29.99 / $34.99.
You will only need to purchase the Expansion Pass once in order to get access to all three parts of the DLC as and when they release.
What to expect from the Pokopia DLC
Pokopia's first DLC update added the new underwater town of Bubbly Basin.
In the town, players are able to encounter new Pokémon such as Popplio, acquire new furniture and outfits, and complete new requests on their way to revitalising the area, as they have done in previous zones.
Additionally, players who purchase the Expansion Pass will unlock new dynamic Ditto print blocks and wallpaper, as well as 30 Pokémetal ingots if purchased before 31 August 2027.
Part 2 of the DLC is set to "introduce additional new features to help develop your Pokémon utopia" in March 2027.
Part 3 will add "a new town to explore and rebuild" in September 2027.
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Alex RaisbeckGaming writer
Alex Raisbeck is a Gaming Writer at Radio Times, covering everything from AAA giants to indie gems. Alex has written for VideoGamer, GamesRadar+, PC Gamer, PCGamesN and more.
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