{"id":960818,"date":"2026-05-11T10:34:30","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T14:34:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/hersheys-kisses-and-pokemon-are-back-and-this-time-team-rocket-wants-in\/"},"modified":"2026-05-11T10:34:30","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T14:34:30","slug":"hersheys-kisses-and-pokemon-are-back-and-this-time-team-rocket-wants-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/hersheys-kisses-and-pokemon-are-back-and-this-time-team-rocket-wants-in\/","title":{"rendered":"HERSHEY&#8217;S KISSES AND POK\u00c9MON ARE BACK &#8212; AND THIS TIME, TEAM ROCKET WANTS IN"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xn-newslines\">\n<p class=\"xn-distributor\">PR Newswire<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\">\n        <i>Limited-Edition Foils, a Digital Collecting Hub, and an Instagram Takeover Help Celebrate 30 Years of Pok\u00e9mon<\/i>\n      <\/p>\n<p>\n        <span class=\"legendSpanClass\">HERSHEY, Pa.<\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\">May 11, 2026<\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Hershey&#8217;s Kisses is teaming up with The Pok\u00e9mon Company International for another special-edition collection \u2014 and this year, things are getting a little villainous.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\" id=\"DivAssetPlaceHolder1\">\n<p>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2976832\/Hersheys_Kisses.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><br \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2976832\/Hersheys_Kisses.jpg\" title=\"HERSHEY'S KISSES &amp; Pok\u00e9mon chocolates\" alt=\"HERSHEY'S KISSES &amp; Pok\u00e9mon chocolates\" \/><br \/>\n          <\/a>\n        <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Fans can collect 151 Pok\u00e9 Ball foil designs in addition to 10 new foils, inspired by the beloved antagonists in the Pok\u00e9mon world, Team Rocket.<\/li>\n<li>In celebration of 30 years of Pok\u00e9mon, the collection introduces a new narrative-driven experience, where Team Rocket is on a mission to steal every Hershey&#8217;s Kisses foil design \u2014 and they&#8217;re not keeping it a secret.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&#8220;Pok\u00e9mon brings people together in ways few brands can \u2014 and that same joy of discovery lives in Hershey&#8217;s chocolate,&#8221; said Carly Andrews, Associate Brand Manager at The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY). &#8220;With 151\u00a0Pok\u00e9 Ball foils and the addition of Team Rocket foils, this year&#8217;s collection delivers our most fun, collectible Pok\u00e9mon release yet.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>A Collectible Experience That Goes Beyond the Wrapper<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>Fans can follow along as the story unfolds across social, centered on the challenge of collecting all 151 Hershey&#8217;s Kisses chocolates before Team Rocket does.<\/p>\n<p>Earlier this month, Team Rocket temporarily took over Hershey&#8217;s Instagram, posting in-character content about their ongoing hijinks and attempts to steal Hershey&#8217;s Kisses chocolates. In addition, on May 12, Pok\u00e9mon fans and families can scan the QR code on each pack to visit a digital collection hub \u2014 a place to track finds, follow the story and enter for a chance to win exclusive prizes.<\/p>\n<p>Available in 9-oz share packs and 28-oz party bags at participating retailers nationwide, each of the Hershey&#8217;s Kisses chocolates collected becomes part of the fun, turning everyday chocolate moments into a shared experience rooted in fandom, play and discovery.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>More Ways to Play from the Hershey Company<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>This summer, Pirate&#8217;s Booty is bringing Pok\u00e9mon fun to snack time with Pikachu-shaped puffs and three unique pack designs. Each pack will include a different &#8220;Who&#8217;s That Pok\u00e9mon&#8221; challenge and access to downloadable activities for the whole family.<\/p>\n<p>This partnership brings together Pok\u00e9mon and Pirate&#8217;s Booty&#8217;s better-for-you credentials \u2014 making back-to-school season more exciting for both kids and parents.<\/p>\n<p>Follow along with the Hershey&#8217;s brand on <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4685340-1&amp;h=2164430312&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fhersheys%2F&amp;a=Instagram\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Instagram<\/a> and Pirate&#8217;s Booty brand on <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4685340-1&amp;h=2277754620&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fpiratesbooty%2F&amp;a=Instagram\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>FAQs<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>What is the Hershey&#8217;s Kisses x Pok\u00e9mon collection?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>A limited-time release of Hershey&#8217;s Kisses chocolates featuring 151 collectible Pok\u00e9mon foil designs, including 10 new Team Rocket foils.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>What&#8217;s new this year?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>The 2026 launch introduces Team Rocket to the storyline, along with new Hershey&#8217;s Kisses foil designs and an interactive digital experience.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>What is the Team Rocket takeover?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>Earlier this month, Team Rocket temporarily took over Hershey&#8217;s Instagram, posting in-character content about their attempts to steal the Hershey&#8217;s Kisses.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>Is there a digital experience?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>Yes. On May 12, fans can scan the on-pack QR code to access a digital collection hub where they can track their collection, follow the story and <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4685340-1&amp;h=1868007947&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hersheyland.com%2Fpokemon%23sweeps&amp;a=enter+for+a+chance+to+win\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">enter for a chance to win<\/a> the Hershey&#8217;s Kisses x Pok\u00e9mon grand prize and exclusive collectibles.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>What makes this experience unique?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>Each Hershey&#8217;s Kisses chocolate collected becomes part of a larger, interactive experience \u2014 turning everyday chocolate moments into a shared journey rooted in fandom, play and discovery.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>When and where will the products be available?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Hershey&#8217;s Kisses are available in 9-oz share packs and 28-oz party bags at participating retailers while supplies last.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>Will the products be restocked?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>No. These are limited-time offerings available while supplies last.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>Are Hershey&#8217;s and Pok\u00e9mon partnering on anything else this year?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>Yes! Pirate&#8217;s Booty is also celebrating 30 years of Pok\u00e9mon with a limited-time release of Pikachu shaped puffs featuring interactive packaging and Pok\u00e9mon-themed activities.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>What makes this product unique?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>The collection includes three unique pack designs with a different &#8220;Who&#8217;s That Pok\u00e9mon?&#8221; activity on the back of each pack, in addition to access to fun, downloadable activities for families.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>Where can I find the activities?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>Fans can visit the Pirate&#8217;s Booty <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4685340-1&amp;h=314677440&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hersheyland.com%2Fpirates-booty%2Fpokemon&amp;a=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">website<\/a> for downloadable activities like word searches, object finds and coloring pages. Completing the experiences unlocks a bonus surprise activity.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>When will Pirate&#8217;s Booty Pok\u00e9mon be available?<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>The product will be available nationwide this summer in 8-count cartons and 17-oz club bags.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <i>Pricing is at the sole discretion of the retailer. <\/i>\n      <\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>About The Hershey Company<\/b>\n      <\/p>\n<p>The Hershey Company is an industry-leading snacks company with a purpose to make more moments of goodness and a vision to lead next generation snacking. Hershey brings together more than 20,000 employees worldwide to deliver delicious, high-quality products across more than 85 brands in approximately 65 countries, generating more than $11.7 billion in annual revenues.<\/p>\n<p>Hershey brings its full portfolio to market as ONE Hershey, spanning confection, salty and functional snacking categories with beloved brands like <i>Hershey&#8217;s<\/i>, <i>Reese&#8217;s,<\/i><i>Kisses<\/i>, KIT KAT\u00ae, <i>Jolly Rancher<\/i>, <i>Twizzlers<\/i> and <i>Ice Breakers<\/i>; salty snacks including <i>SkinnyPop<\/i>, <i>LesserEvil<\/i>, <i>Pirate&#8217;s Booty <\/i>and <i>Dot&#8217;s<\/i><i>Homestyle Pretzels<\/i>; and a protein portfolio including <i>ONE <\/i>Brands and <i>Fulfil<\/i>.<\/p>\n<p>For more than 130 years, Hershey has operated fairly, ethically and sustainably. 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Fans can collect 151 Pok\u00e9 Ball foil designs in addition to 10 new foils, inspired by the beloved antagonists in the Pok\u00e9mon world, Team Rocket. 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