Pokémon Sleep Moves into Development by Pokémon Works

Pokémon Sleep Development Transitioned to Pokémon Works

Select Button, the original developer of Pokémon Sleep, is transferring development responsibilities to Pokémon Works, a newly established Pokémon Company subsidiary. This change was announced within the Japanese version of the app.

From Select Button to Pokémon Works: A Smooth Transition

Launched in March 2023, Pokémon Works' role was initially unclear. Now, eight months later, the company assumes the ongoing development and maintenance of Pokémon Sleep. The in-app announcement (machine-translated) states that development and operation will gradually shift from Select Button to Pokémon Works.

Global impact remains to be seen, as this announcement isn't yet reflected in the global app's news section.

Pokémon Works, a collaboration between The Pokémon Company and Iruka Co., Ltd., is relatively new. Their representative director, Takuya Iwasaki, highlights their goal to make Pokémon experiences more immersive and accessible to all. Their previous work includes contributions to Pokémon HOME.

Interestingly, Pokémon Works shares a Tokyo location with ILCA, known for its work on Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, further strengthening the connection to the Pokémon franchise.

The future direction of Pokémon Sleep under Pokémon Works is yet to be fully revealed, but the company's stated commitment to enhancing player interaction with Pokémon suggests exciting possibilities.