Pokémon Go and the anime finally meet in a special crossover

Pokémon Go and the Pokémon anime will crossover for the first time in a special episode of Pokémon Horizons airing in Japan on September 18, featuring Professor Willow's anime debut. The episode shows Liko and Roy meeting Professor Willow, accompanied by his partner Meltan, alongside a PokéStop and a hidden Kecleon. These elements directly reference gameplay mechanics from Pokémon Go, where players spin PokéStops for items. The collaboration extends to the game itself from September 16-22, with a Charizard wearing glasses and Captain Pikachu appearing in Pokémon Go. Professor Willow's origin in the game has left his connection to the anime's canon unclear, as Meltan and Melmetal lack an official home region.