Pokemon
- Created by
- Satoshi Taijiri , Ken Sugimori , Junichi Masuda
- First Film
- Pokemon: The First Movie
- Latest Film
- Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle
- First TV Show
- Pokemon
- First Episode Air Date
- April 1, 1997
- Current Series
- Pokemon
- Video Game(s)
- Pokemon Scarlet and Violet , Pokémon Legends: Arceus , Pokemon Snap , Pokémon GO
- TV Show(s)
- Pokemon
Summary
Spanning over twenty-five years, Pokemon, known as Pocket Monsters in Japan, is the multimedia franchise created jointly by Nintendo, Game Freak, and Creatures. Conceptualized by Satoshi Tajiri in association with Ken Sugimori and Junichi Masuda, Pokemon is set in fictional worlds where people live together with tamable creatures known as Pokemon. Humans who catch, raise, and battle the creatures are known as Pokemon Trainers. They head out on extensive journeys across their continents to raise their Pokemon with the ultimate goal of competing in tournaments to become the champion. Pokemon spans several massive properties, from a long-running animated series to a successful trading card game, to the medium that started it all, video games. In addition, Pokemon began the "two-game" trend where two versions of a game would release and include different Pokemon/features between the versions, encouraging players to meet up with others and trade so they could "catch 'em all."
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Pokémon Horizons Delivers The Franchise's Biggest Cliffhanger In Years
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10 Pokémon From The Games Who Surprisingly Never Appeared in Ash's Anime
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Three Most Likely Starters For Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Pokémon Legends: Z-A starters likely won't be from the Kalos region, but will probably be pulled from existing Pokémon with French inspirations.
The Most Valuable Pokémon TCG Temporal Forces Cards (& How Much They're Worth)
The Pokémon TCG’s latest set, Temporal Forces, not only marks the return of ACE SPEC cards but adds many beautiful and valuable cards to the game.
Ash's Entire Pokémon Journey Was Almost Destroyed By A Fan-Favorite Character
Ash's encounter with the popular Pokémon character known as N challenged his beliefs about Pokémon, forcing Ash to reconsider his world view.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Means One Big Change Might Be Coming To The TCG
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Every Version Exclusive Pokémon In Let's Go, Eevee! and Pikachu!
Catching 'em all is important, and since there are different Pokémon in each version of Let's Go we've put together a list on the exclusives.
15 Most Expensive Pokémon 151 Cards (& How Much They're Worth)
Pokémon TCG’s newest card set, Scarlet & Violet—151, not only showcases some amazing cards but adds a level of nostalgia to add even more in demand.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A May Already Be Avoiding Arceus’ Biggest Plot Hole
Pokémon Legends: Z-A can easily avoid a major plothole that made the lore of its predecessor, Legends: Arceus, rather confusing on close examination.
A Surprising Pokémon is Responsible for Ash's First Rival's Growth
One particular Pokémon battle helped change Gary's attitude, turning his first loss into a chance to grow into a better person and trainer.
How To Get Liko's Sprigatito For Free In Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Liko's Sprigatito joins your adventure in a Mystery Gift for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet players around the world debuting the new Pokémon anime.
Every Pokémon TCG Set & Product Releasing In April 2024
Everything coming to the Pokémon Trading Card Game in April 2024, including new ex Boxes, the Iono Premium Tournament Collection, and more.
10 Most Powerful Unova Pokémon From Gen 5, According To Lore
Gen 5 added many new Pokémon to the Pokédex in the fan-favorite Unova region but, according to the lore, which of them is the most powerful?
Ash-Greninja is the Blueprint More of the Pokémon Anime Should Follow
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10 Things Pokémon Legends: Z-A Should Take From Arceus
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the second in the Legends series of Pokémon games, and there are many features it should take from Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
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Jessie's Pokémon Contest Career Managed to Keep Team Rocket Relevant
Jessie's involvement in Pokémon Contests later in the series helped keep Team Rocket from becoming too stale by actually letting her win on occasion.