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Pokopia preorder bonus offers free Ditto plush and in-game item for Switch release

Pokopia preorders from the Pokemon Center include free Ditto plush and Ditto-themed in-game rug


Pop Culture & Art January 07, 2026 1 min read

Pokopia, the upcoming Pokemon spinoff for Nintendo Switch, is set to launch on March 14, 2026, and select preorders are being offered additional bonuses for fans planning to purchase the game early.

Players who preorder Pokopia through the Pokemon Center will receive both a physical and digital bonus at no additional cost.

Pokopia differs from the mainline Pokemon series by focusing on relaxed exploration and creative play rather than gym battles and competitive progression. The game is set on a handcrafted island populated by Pokemon that move freely through the environment.

Players can decorate areas, complete low-pressure requests, and uncover smaller narrative moments at their own pace, drawing comparisons to life-simulation titles such as Animal Crossing.

According to the listing, customers who preorder Pokopia directly from the Pokemon Center will receive a Ditto Sitting Cuties Plush. The plush is part of the Sitting Cuties range and depicts Ditto in a seated pose.

The item is a physical preorder bonus and is included automatically with qualifying purchases. The plush is normally sold separately for $9.99.

In addition to the physical item, players who preorder Pokopia will also be able to claim a Ditto-themed rug for use within the game.

The digital item can be redeemed through the Mystery Gift feature and placed as decorative furniture on the island. The in-game reward will remain available to redeem until January 31, 2027.

The bonuses are specific to preorders placed through the Pokemon Center and are not currently listed for other retailers. As launch approaches, additional details about Pokopia’s gameplay systems and features continue to emerge.

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