Pokemon

Vaporeon

What is the Vaporeon copypasta? Here’s what you need to know

Pokemon fans have been seeing a horrifying Vaporeon copypasta going around the internet for years...

By Olivia Richman

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Aug 22, 2022

Eevee TCG

Pokemon Championship Series 2023 reveals regionals schedule

The future is looking bright for the Pokemon TCG. New regionals have been revealed as soon as next...

By Olivia Richman

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Aug 21, 2022

Cyclizar in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Cyclizar revealed in new Pokemon Scarlet and Violet trailer

A new Pokemon Scarlet and Violet trailer has arrived, showing off the new gen-nine Pokemon Cyclizar...

By Steven Rondina

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Aug 21, 2022

Pokemon Unite

The best Pokemon Unite team composition with the current roster

There are many options on the Pokemon Unite roster, but a definitive best team composition has emerged...

By Steven Rondina

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Aug 20, 2022

Pokemon Unite Blissey artwork

The full Pokemon Unite tier list from the World Championship

The 2022 Pokemon World Championships are rolling, and the fierce Pokemon Unite competition has helped...

By Steven Rondina

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Aug 19, 2022

Pokemon Go

Here’s why Pokemon Go players are demanding changes to gyms

The Pokemon community is having issues with Pokemon Go gyms. Whether it’s large cities or rural...

By Olivia Richman

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Aug 19, 2022

Pokemon sad

McDonalds might run out of Pokemon cards as fans get old toys

McDonalds is running out of Pokemon cards, fear collectors. Some report getting Space Jam 2 toys from...

By Olivia Richman

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Aug 18, 2022

Pokemon McDonalds

The most expensive cards in McDonalds Pokemon card collection

Did you get any of the Pokemon packs at McDonalds? Here are the most expensive cards from the special...

By Olivia Richman

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Aug 17, 2022

Cranidos, Ramardos, Bastiodon and Shieldon in Pokemon Legends: Arceus

How to get Cranidos and Shieldon in Legends: Arceus, BDSP

Anyone looking to complete their Pokedex in Pokemon Legends: Arceus will need to get their hands on...

By Steven Rondina

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Aug 16, 2022

Fat Pikachu

Why did Pikachu become skinny? Will fat Pikachu ever return?

We want fat Pikachu back. While he has returned a few times, fans want Pikachu to be permanently fat...

By Olivia Richman

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Aug 15, 2022

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Pokemon is a massive brand that spans televisions, movies, cards, and video games, making it one of the most successful franchises in the world. It’s originally the story of a young boy going on a journey to become a Pokemon Master, catching and fighting Pokemon as he explores an ever-expanding world. 

Since then, almost 1,000 Pokemon have been introduced, which you can fight in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet or catch in Pokemon GO. 

Pokemon games and gameplay

If you play the Pokemon VCG, the game has changed throughout the years, but the overall premise has remained the same in each generation. Like in the anime, you explore a certain region of the Pokemon world, capturing Pokemon unique to certain areas and using them to fight battles against gym leaders. 

You can also battle Pokemon with friends or in a competitive setting, using strategy and meta-team compositions to see who emerges as the Pokemon Master. 

The Pokemon TCG has you create powerful decks based on meta Pokemon from the newest sets. Every Pokemon has unique abilities that are powered by energy cards. You will need to create a deck with a synergy that uses various items and support cards to stay ahead of your opponent and knock out their ‘mon. 

Pokemon GO is a mobile game where you encounter Pokemon in real life. You can catch these Pokemon and then power them up with items you collect during your journey. Use these Pokemon to take down powerful enemies at gyms around your city or to create strong teams that fight against friends or opponents in competitions. 

Pokemon UNITE is a MOBA featuring all the most popular Pokemon. The main goal of UNITE is to gather as much Aeos Energy as possible by fighting enemies, then using it to score goals in various zones throughout the map easily. 

The history of Pokemon

Contrary to popular belief, Pokemon started as a video game. Pokemon Green and Pokemon Red were released in Japan in 1996, black and white games where you caught the first 150 Pokemon. A year later, the Pokemon anime started. 

What started off as a nerdy hobby for some has become a significant phenomenon. It’s now the highest-grossing media franchise ever at $92 billion in 2023. You’ll find Pokemon plush, comics, figures, clothing, food, and everything else you could ever imagine. 

Pokemon esports

As Pokemon has continued to grow in popularity, a competitive community has also started to gain traction. Play! Pokemon now hosts organized seasons for Pokemon competitors to win points in an attempt to qualify for the Pokemon World Championship. Local cups and challenges as well as larger regional tournaments happen for the Pokemon VCG, Pokemon TCG, Pokemon GO, and Unite. 

What's new with Pokemon in 2023?

This year, the Pokemon World Championship is being held in Japan. After influencers started sharing over-the-top pack opening videos in 2020, the Pokemon community has significantly grown. Worlds even had to raffle off spectator badges due to an unprecedented attendee cap. 

Pokemon TCG Live was also introduced this year as an upgraded way for Pokemon TCG players to practice between regional tournaments. Unfortunately, the app is full of bugs and game-breaking issues that have frustrated players. 

Pokemon GO has also been under fire due to unpopular changes to remote raid passes, forcing players to go outside to progress in the app. 

Despite these setbacks, Pokemon is more popular than ever and continues to grow a competitive community.