Pokopia is one of the best-reviewed games of 2026, and its paid expansion is still unfolding.
The Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass costs $34.99 in the US and is released in three parts. This guide covers the price, what each part adds, what is free, which parts are out, and how the October 29 packaged versions work.
Updated October 26, 2026. We found no new release dates for Parts 2 and 3. Originally checked on October 17 against Insider Gaming, Destructoid, Nintendo Life, Nintendo’s Singapore news page and other outlets named below. We have not played the expansion, so the details come from that reporting. Release windows can change, so confirm them on Nintendo’s own Expansion Pass page.
Price and What You Need
According to Insider Gaming and Destructoid, the Expansion Pass costs $34.99 and covers all three parts. It is an add-on to the full game for Nintendo Switch 2, and the parts are not sold separately, per The Click. Insider Gaming says a base game plus Expansion Pass bundle costs $104.99 and that the price matches buying the two separately. Regional prices vary.
The takeaway: you pay once for all three parts, and you need Pokopia itself first.
The Three Parts at a Glance
| Part | What it adds | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Bubbly Basin | An underwater town, new Pokémon, furniture and outfits | Out since August 5, 2026 |
| Part 2 | Customization, accessories and furniture, no new town | Later in 2026, no date announced |
| Part 3 | A new town to explore and rebuild | 2027 |
Part 1: Bubbly Basin
Nintendo Life reported on July 29 that Part 1 arrived on August 5. It added floating blocks for underwater builds, underwater farming, where plants need air to grow, and DLC-exclusive items and furniture.
Insider Gaming lists new Pokémon including Lumineon, Totodile, Manaphy and Popplio, and says players restore part of Cerulean City. Destructoid’s June list of revealed Pokémon also included Mudkip, Swampert, Crawdaunt, Marshtomp, Brionne, Corphish and Primarina. The sources name slightly different Pokémon, so the full list is unconfirmed.
One early report, Vice’s June 9 article, gave August 26 as the release date. Later reports, including Nintendo Life, say August 5, which is the date we use.
What Is Free: The Dive Update
Nintendo Life says a free update arrived alongside Part 1 and adds Ditto’s new Dive ability for underwater building. The fan site PokopiaMap says Dive does not require the paid pass. Nintendo Life describes that as about all that is free, so most of the new content sits behind the Expansion Pass.
Part 2: Accessories and Furniture
Part 2 is due later in 2026 with no date announced. The Click says it adds expanded customization, such as accessories like sunglasses, ribbons and bow ties that you can coordinate with Ditto and other Pokémon, along with more furniture. Nintendo Life reports that it includes the newcomer Snubbull and has no new town. Other pages list Skitty, Doduo and Braixen, though those lists are from a community wiki and are unconfirmed.
Part 3: A New Town in 2027
Insider Gaming, Destructoid and The Click all place Part 3 in 2027 and say it adds a new town. No more details have been announced. Vice’s June report had listed it for 2026, which later sources do not support.
Purchase Bonuses
- Dynamic Ditto set. Destructoid says buying the pass unlocks a Ditto-themed print recipe for blocks and wallpaper.
- 30 Pokémetal ingots. Destructoid says buying before August 31, 2027 also grants 30 rare Pokémetal ingots, claimed as a code.
The October 29 Packaged Versions
Nintendo’s Singapore news page says two packaged versions arrive at selected retailers on October 29: the Expansion Pass on its own and Pokopia with the Expansion Pass. Per that page:
- The Expansion Pass package has no game card. It includes a download code that you redeem on the Nintendo eShop on Switch 2.
- The Pokopia plus Expansion Pass package comes on a Game-Key Card and needs an internet connection and at least 10 GB of free storage.
- Some modes need a Nintendo Switch Online membership, sold separately.
That page lists no prices or retailers. We found no confirmed US retailer list or price for these packages, so check your local store listing.
Is It Worth Buying Now?
Only Part 1 is available today, and the other parts are promised for later. If you want the underwater town, the pass delivers it now. If you mainly want Part 2 and Part 3, the schedule is open-ended, and Part 3 is not until 2027. The early purchase bonuses end after August 2027, so there is no rush to buy this week.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying it without the base game. It is an add-on.
- Expecting all three parts today. Only Part 1 is out.
- Paying for Dive. The Dive ability is part of a free update, per Nintendo Life.
- Trusting old release dates. Some early reports gave August 26 and a 2026 date for Part 3.
- Assuming the packages include a cartridge. The Expansion Pass package uses a download code.
FAQ
How much is the Pokopia Expansion Pass?
$34.99 in the US, per Insider Gaming and Destructoid.
How many parts does it have?
Three. Part 1 is out, Part 2 is due later in 2026 and Part 3 is planned for 2027.
Is the Dive ability free?
Yes, according to Nintendo Life, it arrived in a free update with Part 1.
When does Pokopia Expansion Pass Part 2 come out?
The Pokémon Company says late 2026. No exact date has been announced, according to Insider Gaming.
When does Part 3 come out?
It is expected in 2027. Insider Gaming says Q1 2027 is the most likely window, but that is the outlet’s inference, not an announcement.
Does it work on the original Switch?
No. Pokopia and the pass are for Nintendo Switch 2.
Final Thoughts
Pokopia earned an 89 on Metacritic, and we rank it among the top games of the year in our best games of 2026 guide. If you are picking up a Switch 2 for it, see our guides to the Zelda 40th Anniversary console and Switch Sports Resort. More in our game guides.
Sources: Insider Gaming, Destructoid, Nintendo Life, The Click, Nintendo Singapore, Vice, PokopiaMap (fan site).
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