Pokemon Pokopia 1.0.3 Update: Full Patch Notes and Fixes

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  • Primary Subject: Pokemon Pokopia
  • Key Update: This update resolves critical bugs where Pokemon would disappear from the Pokedex search after their habitats were removed.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: April 9, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Pokemon Pokopia’s 1.0.3 update fixes disappearing Pokemon, softlocks in Bleak Beach and Sparkling Skylands, and provides a partial fix for continuous controller vibration issues.

As if the game couldn't get better, Nintendo has released a new update for Pokemon Pokopia.

When the game launched in March, it received resounding praise from Pokemon fans and cozy gamers. As Pokemon's first life-sim, it blended the world of our favorite franchise with the island-building mechanics of Animal Crossing to make a refreshing new game.

Though the game was overall received well by fans, there were still some bugs that players encountered. Most of these have been patched in Pokopia's latest updates.

All Changes in Pokemon Pokopia's 1.0.3 Update

On April 8, 2026, Nintendo released the 1.0.3 update for Pokemon Pokopia. Most changes revolved around issues involving disappearing Pokemon as well as errors when traveling around the island.

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Here are all the changes in Pokemon Pokopia's 1.0.3 update:

  • Pokemon no longer disappear from search when their habitats are gone
  • Fixed the issue where Dream Island travel could send you to Pallet Town with no return
  • Resolved dark screen bug when traveling or changing in-game date
  • Fixed the issue preventing Pokémon habitats from being relocated
  • Building projects are now completed properly without needing a date change
  • Fixed progression block in “Power up the charging station!” request (Bleak Beach)
  • Fixed issue where requested Pokémon for construction could disappear (Sparkling Skylands)
  • Seasonal Pokemon will no longer vanish from Cloud Islands
  • Fixed the error preventing new Cloud Islands from being created

The team also partially fixed a glitch in which the Switch 2 controller would vibrate continuously when performing certain actions.

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