{"id":35028,"date":"2023-07-19T16:16:20","date_gmt":"2023-07-19T14:16:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=1794098"},"modified":"2023-07-20T12:00:36","modified_gmt":"2023-07-20T10:00:36","slug":"pokemon-sleep-explained-release-date-where-to-download-and-news","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/pokemon-sleep-explained-release-date-where-to-download-and-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Pok\u00e9mon Sleep explained: Release date, where to download and news"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"> Sleep like a Snorlax with this new companion app. <\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Rob Leane\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Wednesday, 19 July 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p><hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body> <p>After spending all day walking around, trying to catch \u2018em all in Pok\u00e9mon Go, the Pok\u00e9mon Company want us to have a good night\u2019s rest \u2013 and have made a sleep-tracking app, Pok\u00e9mon Sleep, that will register our snoozes and compare them with various Pok\u00e9mon\u2019s own sleep cycles.<\/p>\n<p>But if this makes you as confused as we once were, you\u2019ll be glad to know we have Pok\u00e9mon Sleep explained for you here, with its release date, where to download and all the latest news.<\/p>\n<p>Announced back in 2019, we\u2019re finally seeing how the developers will turn \u201csleeping into entertainment\u201d much in the same way that they gamified walking. We\u2019re left wondering what will be next\u2026 Pok\u00e9mon Go Potty to track our digestive health?<\/p>\n<p>In all seriousness, sleep is a vital part of our wellbeing, and anything that gets people to be more conscious of it is a good thing in our books.<\/p>\n<p>Keep reading to see everything is is to know about Pok\u00e9mon Sleep!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>When is the Pok\u00e9mon Sleep release date?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Sleep is out now, as of <strong>18th July 2023<\/strong>, in the UK and Europe. This is only a short few days after the <a href=\"\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-100262624-10830324?sid=radiotimes-0&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.argos.co.uk%2Fproduct%2F2705918&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;sponsored&quot; noopener noreferrer\">Pok\u00e9mon Go Plus device<\/a> came out, and the pair will work in conjunction to provide extra features and functionality.<\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Sleep was first released on 17th July 2023 in Australia, Australia, Canada, Latin America (select countries) and New Zealand.<\/p>\n<p>Presumably, there will be a US release in the coming days \u2013 most likely before the weekend. Japan is also yet to see a release.<\/p>\n<p>No doubt the launch has been staggered so as not to overwhelm the servers, as it is likely millions will want to enhance their sleep with the help of Professor Neroli.<\/p> <div class=\"&quot;brightcove\" embed=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;embed__intrinsic&quot;\"> <div class=\"&quot;brightcove__player\" vjs-playlist-player-container=\"\"> <video data-video-id=\"6330504109112\" data-account=\"69912529001\" data-player=\"ByeOf0VZEl\" data-embed=\"&quot;default&quot;\" data-application-id=\"\" controls=\"\" class=\"&quot;video-js&quot;\"> <\/video> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<script src=\"&quot;\/\/players.brightcove.net\/69912529001\/ByeOf0VZEl_default\/index.min.js&quot;\"\/> <h2><strong>Where to download Pok\u00e9mon Sleep<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To download Pok\u00e9mon Sleep, simply visit the <a href=\"\/\/apple.sjv.io\/c\/1236178\/435298\/7615?subId1=radiotimes-0&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fgb%2Fapp%2Fpok%25C3%25A9mon-sleep%2Fid1579464667&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;sponsored&quot; noopener noreferrer\">App Store<\/a> if you have an iPhone or <a href=\"\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.pokemon.pokemonsleep&amp;hl=en_US&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;sponsored noopener noreferrer\" noopener=\"\" noreferrer=\"\">Google Play<\/a> if you have an Android phone.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a Huawei phone, you are currently out of luck \u2013 as developer Niantic currently does not support the platform.<\/p>\n<p>Though, you can sideload Google services onto some of the older Huawei devices, if you are technically minded enough, and be able to play Pok\u00e9mon Go and use Pok\u00e9mon Sleep too.<\/p>\n<p>It would be great to see Pok\u00e9mon Sleep integrate with smartwatches such as the Apple Watch and Fit Bit, as tossers and turners out there might not rest peacefully knowing they could knock their phone off the bed and onto the floor.<\/p> <h2><strong>What is Pok\u00e9mon Sleep? Gameplay explained<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A Pok\u00e9mon take on a sleep-tracking app, Pok\u00e9mon Sleep sees users carry out research on a large Snorlax for Professor Neroli.<\/p>\n<p>This is done by placing your smartphone near your pillow and measuring your sleep. The longer you sleep, the more Pok\u00e9mon you\u2019ll see gathered around Snorlax when you wake up in the morning.<\/p>\n<p>Your sleeping style will be placed in one of three categories \u2013 snoozing, dozing or slumbering \u2013 and Pok\u00e9mon who also sleep in that way will appear with Snorlax once you wake.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll have to discover all the available Pok\u00e9mon to complete your sleep style dex, with rare styles to be discovered\u2026<\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Sleep is also compatible with Pok\u00e9mon Go Plus, a Pok\u00e9ball-shaped device that uses Bluetooth to connect to your smartphone. The device can then also be used to track sleep data, and has a Pikachu voice that can be used to sing sleepy lullabies.<\/p>\n<p>The Pokemon Go Plus will also be compatible with <a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/pokemon-go-friend-codes\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">Pok\u00e9mon Go<\/a>, allowing users to press the central button to automatically throw Pok\u00e9balls in-game. The device will be available on 21st July 2023, but the price and other purchase details are yet to be revealed.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Is there a Pok\u00e9mon Sleep trailer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To see the Pok\u00e9mon Sleep and Pok\u00e9mon+ Plus in action, check out this trailer from Pok\u00e9mon Presents:<\/p>\n<iframe title=\"&quot;Official\" pok=\"\" sleep=\"\" explainer=\"\" video=\"\" width=\"&quot;200&quot;\" height=\"&quot;113&quot;\" src=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1cY3NpMSG-I?feature=oembed&quot;\" frameborder=\"&quot;0&quot;\" allow=\"&quot;accelerometer;\" autoplay=\"\" clipboard-write=\"\" encrypted-media=\"\" gyroscope=\"\" picture-in-picture=\"\" web-share=\"\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\/>\n<p><strong>Read more on Pok\u00e9mon:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/best-pokemon-merchandise-gifts\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Best Pok\u00e9mon gifts<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 the greatest merch<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/best-pokemon-games-on-switch\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Best Pok\u00e9mon games on Switch<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 our ranking<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/best-shiny-pokemon\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Best shiny Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 the coolest creatures<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/11-best-dragon-type-pokemon\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Best Dragon-type Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 who\u2019s your fave?<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/cat-pokemon-list\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>All cat Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 the felines to catch<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/pokemon-home-scarlet-and-violet\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>When does Pok\u00e9mon Home come to Scarlet and Violet?<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/shiny-pokemon-scarlet-violet\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Shiny Pok\u00e9mon in Scarlet and Violet<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 hunting explained<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/pokemon-scarlet-violet-post-game\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet post-game<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 what\u2019s after the ending?<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/pokemon-natures-guide\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon natures guide<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 all you need to know<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/pokemon-type-chart\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon type chart<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 strengths and weaknesses explained<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/legendary-pokemon-guide\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Legendary Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 the full list<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-cheats\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet cheats<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 handy hacks<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/technology\/gaming\/pokemon-emerald-cheats-codes\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Emerald cheats<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 what you need to know<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hungry for more gaming? 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