Following the tragic murder of an employee at the end of March, The Pokémon Company has announced the suspension of all public events at Pokémon Centers across Japan. Moving forward, competitive tournaments will be held behind closed doors to ensure the safety and security of participants and staff.
The Pokémon Company Suspends All Public Pokémon Center Events in Japan After Tragic Incident
By Cedric Ravencroft
A Leeds-based gaming journalist with nine years of experience in the industry. Started covering local gaming tournaments before expanding into national gaming news coverage. Specializes in PC gaming developments and indie game discoveries across the UK. His analytical approach to gaming trends and developer spotlights has earned him recognition among both gamers and industry insiders throughout England