Pokemon Sleep Starts Transition to Pokemon Works as Main Developer

Pokémon Sleep Development Transitioned to Pokémon Works

The Pokémon Company's subsidiary, Pokémon Works, will assume responsibility for the development and future updates of Pokémon Sleep, taking over from Select Button. This shift was announced via an in-app notice on the Japanese version of Pokémon Sleep.

From Select Button to Pokémon Works

The Pokémon Company established Pokémon Works in March 2024, and its role in Pokémon Sleep's development has now been revealed. The transition from Select Button to Pokémon Works is underway, though the exact timeline and impact on the global version remain unclear. The news is not yet reflected in the global app's news feed.

The announcement, originally in Japanese, stated that development and operation were previously shared between Select Button and The Pokémon Company. This change marks a consolidation of development under Pokémon Works.

Pokémon Works, a collaboration between The Pokémon Company and Iruka Co., Ltd., is relatively new. Its representative director, Takuya Iwasaki, highlights a commitment to making Pokémon experiences more immersive and accessible. The company's previous work includes contributions to Pokémon HOME. Its proximity to ILCA, the studio behind Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, suggests a strong connection within the Pokémon development ecosystem.

While the specific plans for Pokémon Sleep's future are yet to be detailed, the transition promises to shape the game's evolution.