In their latest 'What we've been playing' feature, most Eurogamer staff members discuss their time with Pokémon Pokopia on the Switch 2, while others explore different titles. The roundup, published on March 14, 2026, reveals varied approaches to the life simulation game and insights into multiplayer experiences. Bertie and Connor opt for other games amid the Pokopia trend.
Eurogamer's regular column on staff gaming habits for the week of March 14, 2026, centers largely on Pokémon Pokopia, a new Switch 2 title that draws comparisons to Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Four contributors describe their engagement with the game, emphasizing its blend of Pokémon interactions and creative building.
Mat J adopts a measured pace, limiting sessions to an hour to savor the experience, following the professor's tasks and observing Pokémon at building sites, such as a Piplup involved in masonry work. He references a TikTok suggestion to avoid rushing, drawing from lessons during the Animal Crossing: New Horizons release period.
Kelsey takes a contrasting path, using time-travel mechanics to complete the story quickly and unlock post-credits building. She notes the narrative's delightful, harrowing, and heartwarming elements, now focusing on habitats like a machinery-filled mansion for Tinkaton.
Marie praises Pokopia as her new favorite Switch game, surpassing Animal Crossing: New Horizons after six years. She enjoys watching Pokémon relationships evolve, including meme-worthy moments like Oddish advising Bellsprout against eating dirt. Her favorites receive lavish, detailed plots, while others occupy smaller areas during ongoing island terraforming.
An unnamed contributor pairs play sessions with watching Great British Menu, creating cozy homes for Pokémon and calling the structured creativity compelling.
Bertie, however, plays Vampire Survivors and Slay the Spire 2 in co-op, highlighting the satisfaction of successful builds and the importance of communication. He also tries Solasta 2 in early access, preferring certain Dungeons & Dragons classes, and enjoys Super Mario Party Jamboree for its laughter-inducing multiplayer.
Connor immerses in Marathon on PS5, reaching over rank 25 across factions and completing solo priority contracts, including a challenging MIDA mission. He reflects on multiplayer betrayals, stating, "I have learned the hard way that trusting others is a suckers game," amid experiences of backstabbing and executions that foster distrust.
The feature underscores Pokopia's appeal in filling a niche for Pokémon enthusiasts and simulation fans, with staff noting its immersive post-story phase.
