Watch New Video of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass—Part 1: Bubbly Basin

August 4, 2026 - 00:17

A fresh video just dropped for the Pokopia Expansion Pass, and it gives fans a closer look at the first chunk of paid DLC, called Bubbly Basin. The footage shows off the new area's bright, springy look, with plenty of floating platforms, bouncy pads, and water slides that seem built for quick, playful movement. If you were hoping for a calm stroll through a new map, this trailer makes it clear that Bubbly Basin is more about momentum and silly physics.

The video also highlights a few of the activities you can jump into. There are timed challenges that ask you to collect items while dodging obstacles, plus a few short minigames that look easy to pick up but might take a few tries to master. The whole vibe is light and colorful, leaning into the goofier side of the series rather than any serious story beats. It's clearly meant to be a fun add-on, not a big narrative expansion.

For anyone who already owns the base game, this DLC will cost extra, but the trailer suggests it adds enough variety to keep you busy for a few afternoons. No release date was shown in the video, but the fact that they are putting out a dedicated look suggests it is not far off. If you are on the fence, this is probably the best preview you will get before launch.