Ethan Crossfield 
Nintendo has revealed four Pokémon coming to Pokémon Pokopia’s second DLC expansion. Doduo, Snubbull, Skitty, and Braixen will join the life-simulation spin-off in a late-2026 update centered on customizing Pokémon rather than rebuilding another town.
What happened in the Pokémon Pokopia DLC 2 reveal
A preview shown during the September 9 Nintendo Direct confirmed the four new arrivals. The trailer also highlighted accessories such as ribbons and sunglasses, suggesting that the expansion will give players more ways to personalize the Pokémon they befriend.
Nintendo has not announced the DLC’s final name or exact release date. The expansion follows Bubbly Basin, which launched in August 2026 as the first of three planned additions. That package took players to an underwater city and added 50 Water-type Pokémon, including Buizel, Totodile, and Staryu.
Why the second DLC matters
The confirmed lineup could be larger than the four Pokémon shown. Doduo, Snubbull, Skitty, and Braixen are connected to additional evolutions, creating the possibility that Dodrio, Granbull, Delcatty, Fennekin, and Delphox may also appear. Those species remain unconfirmed, however, and should not be treated as part of the announced roster.
The accessory theme also gives the second expansion a distinct identity. Examples shown alongside the new Pokémon included Squirtle, Sylveon, and Clefairy, pointing toward an update built around cute Pokémon and collection-focused customization. That is a different direction from Bubbly Basin’s new environment and Water-type emphasis.
What to watch next
The main unanswered questions are the expansion’s title, launch date, and full Pokémon roster. Pokémon Pokopia has already passed five million units sold worldwide since its March 5 release on Switch 2, so the DLC will be arriving for a substantial player base.
The third planned expansion is scheduled for 2027 and will add another town for players to rebuild, although its setting remains unknown. All three expansions are included through the $34.99 Expansion Pass on the Nintendo eShop. Between DLC releases, limited-time events have also introduced Pokémon such as Feebas and Milotic.
Key takeaways for players
- Doduo, Snubbull, Skitty, and Braixen are officially confirmed for DLC 2.
- The expansion will focus on Pokémon accessories, including ribbons and sunglasses.
- The exact title and release date have not been revealed.
- Possible evolutions and related species remain unconfirmed.
- The $34.99 Expansion Pass covers Pokémon Pokopia’s planned DLC.
Expert View
DLC 2 appears designed to deepen Pokémon Pokopia’s collection and personalization systems rather than simply repeat the exploration formula. That approach should keep the game’s strong audience engaged, but Nintendo will need to reveal a meaningful number of additional creatures and customization options to make the accessory theme feel substantial.
