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Pokemon: The best Nuzlocke rules for every single game Pokemon Pokemon: The best Nuzlocke rules for every single game By Steven Rondina Pokemon HOME: Every free shiny legendary, mythical you can get Pokemon Pokemon HOME: Every free shiny legendary, mythical you can get By Steven Rondina Best ways to counter Darkrai ex decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket Pokemon Best ways to counter Darkrai ex decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket By M Alzamora
Pokemon TCG Pocket: How to find and open Genetic Apex packs Pokemon
Pokemon TCG Pocket: How to find and open Genetic Apex packs Steven Rondina While Pokemon TCG Pocket gave players a welcome treat with the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, some might be wondering if they can still open Genetic Apex packs. Thankfully they’re still available, albeit hidden. Pokemon TCG Pocket started strong with the massive Genetic Apex expansion, which featured hundreds of cards to collect including the full original 150 Pokemon. The Mythical Island mini-set fleshed that out further, and it wasn’t long until Space-Time …
Space-Time Smackdown brings new tools to Pokemon TCG Pocket Pokemon
Space-Time Smackdown brings new tools to Pokemon TCG Pocket M Alzamora While players are poring over the revealed full art cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket, the new tools cards may end up becoming the best pulls. Pokemon TCG Pocket has a number of exciting upcoming features coming to the game. Most notable is the second full booster set titled Space-Time Smackdown and featuring Generation 4 Pokemon. Pokemon TCG Pocket is also finally giving players access to player-to-player trading, albeit in a …
Can you buy cards from other players in Pokemon TCG Pocket? Pokemon
Can you buy cards from other players in Pokemon TCG Pocket? Steven Rondina Trading is coming to Pokemon TCG Pocket, but does this mean players can buy cards, gold, and other resources from each other? Not if The Pokemon Company has anything to say about it. The Pokemon TCG is known for many things, but in recent years it’s been defined by its rarest, most expensive cards. The 2024 mobile game Pokemon TCG Pocket has broken free from that by offering players an …
Best cards to pull for Space-Time Smackdown in TCG Pocket Pokemon
Best cards to pull for Space-Time Smackdown in TCG Pocket M Alzamora Pokemon TCG Pocket is gearing up to release the second card set titled Space-Time Smackdown, and we’ve got an early look at the best cards to pull from this new set. As the end of January approaches, Pokemon TCG Pocket players have a lot to look forward to. Currently going on is a Psychic Pokemon Mass Outbreak event with no-cost Psychic Wonder Picks. Trading is finally coming to the game …
Can’t open Pokemon TCG Pocket packs? This might be why Pokemon Can’t open Pokemon TCG Pocket packs? This might be why By M Alzamora The biggest potential Pokemon TCG Journey Together chase cards Pokemon The biggest potential Pokemon TCG Journey Together chase cards By M Alzamora Pokemon TCG Pocket reveals strict trade limitations, players upset Pokemon Pokemon TCG Pocket reveals strict trade limitations, players upset By Hannan Mundia
Pokemon cards coming to US McDonald’s Happy Meals in January Pokemon
Pokemon cards coming to US McDonald’s Happy Meals in January M Alzamora The nearly annual McDonald’s and Pokemon card collaboration returns to the US in January 2025, with the release date right around the corner. Pokemon TCG collectors and players alike know the value of an exclusive card, no matter the medium or where it’s found. With the Prismatic Evolution Umbreon SIR going for thousands of dollars and TCG Pocket players spending real money to get a digital Celebi ex immersive rare, …
Pokemon TCG Pocket won’t let you trade for rarest cards Pokemon
Pokemon TCG Pocket won’t let you trade for rarest cards M Alzamora Players excited to finally trade for an immersive art Mew ex in Pokemon TCG Pocket may have to keep waiting, as it appears trading for the game’s rarest cards may not be an option anytime soon. Since the game’s public release in late October 31, Pokemon TCG Pocket has been downloaded over 60 million times. Fans have praised it for being mostly free-to-play and for simplifying the battling process. TCG …
Fans upset about new premium card in TCG Pocket, here’s why Pokemon
Fans upset about new premium card in TCG Pocket, here’s why M Alzamora The January premium rewards are out for Pokemon TCG Pocket, but some fans are upset over the “free” card for the new month. While Pokemon TCG Pocket is a free-to-play game, many have invested in the premium model for its numerous benefits. These include getting to open a third card pack daily and getting regular access to exclusive rewards. But as the January updates have begun rolling out, some premium …
How to get Golden Lure Modules in Pokémon GO Pokemon
How to get Golden Lure Modules in Pokémon GO Syed Mujtaba Naqvi In Pokémon GO, Golden Lure Modules are rare and highly valuable, attracting specific creatures and offering extra rewards. Unlike other Lure Modules, the Golden Lure focuses on attracting a unique Pokémon, Roaming Form Gimmighoul, while also providing Gimmighoul Coins. Here’s how to get and use Golden Lure Modules in Pokémon GO. Regular Lures are quite easy to obtain. They are available in the Shop and can be gained from Research …
How to get Passimian and Oranguru in Pokémon GO Syed Mujtaba Naqvi News Passimian and Oranguru are two intriguing Pokémon introduced in Generation 7 of the Pokémon series. Both Pokémon made their debut in Pokémon GO during the Sustainability Week 2022 event. Fortunately, they have since appeared in various in-game events. If you’re eager to add these unique Pokémon to your collection, this guide is all you need to know. Firstly, Oranguru is a dual Normal/Psychic-type Pokémon known for its serene and wise …
Mastering the Falinks raids: Counters and tips Syed Mujtaba Naqvi Pokemon Falinks, a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Galar Region, is featured as a 3-Star Raid Boss in Pokémon GO. With a maximum Combat Power of 2665 and stats of 193 ATK, 170 DEF, and 163 STA, it can be a challenging opponent. Here’s how to prepare for and defeat the Falinks raids effectively. Before tackling Falinks, understanding its weaknesses and resistances is important. Using the moves with weaknesses can grant you …
PokeRogue keybinds you need to know Olivia Richman Pokemon PokeRogue is a browser-based roguelike game inspired heavily by Pokemon. You battle Pokemon as you climb up 200 levels, an addicting and straightforward concept that has trainers obsessed with the Egg Gatcha mechanic. Right now, you can’t change any of the controls in PokeRogue. Want to better understand the PokeRogue keybinds so you can focus more on building strong teams and exchanging Egg Vouchers for Egg matcha tries? Here are …
Are PokeRogue servers down? Olivia Richman Pokemon PokeRogue is the latest Pokemon craze taking over browsers everywhere. Are you having trouble opening the game? PokeRogue servers may be down. While it’s not an official game from The Pokemon Company, PokeRogue has been a huge hit with fans and streamers alike. The game is full of strategy and battles, creating some exciting level climbing action right on your browser. Unfortunately, the game doesn’t always load as intended. On …
How to beat Eternatus in PokeRogue Olivia Richman Pokemon Have you reached Level 200 in PokeRogue? A lot of trainers have been experiencing a bit of a roadblock at this point due to the tough battle with Eternatus ahead. Here is how to beat Eternatus in PokeRogue. Ask anyone who plays the browser game PokeRogue how they deal with Eternatus, and you’ll get a different answer. But here are some of the best strategies for taking down this difficult …
How to get vouchers and hatch eggs in PokeRogue Olivia Richman Pokemon PokeRogue is an unofficial browser-based Pokemon game that has trainers grinding battles to reach the 200th level and become a Pokemon champion. Looking to get vouchers and hatch eggs in PokeRogue? Here’s how to do it as quickly as possible. Like the traditional Pokemon games, you’ll begin your journey with a starting Pokemon. But it’s much different from there! In PokeRogue you will battle someone at every level with a …
How to get Rayquaza in Pokemon GO Olivia Richman Pokemon Rayquaza is one of the most popular Legendary Pokemon, thanks to its incredible design and powerful attacks. Pokemon GO players have been getting terrorized by this dragon and are wondering if they can catch it for themselves. Rayquaza is a Pokemon in Pokemon GO. Mega Ray was released on August 4th, 2023, as part of the Pokemon GO Fest 2023: Osaka. The Shiny form was also released that day. Rayquaza …
How many Pokemon are there in each generation? William Davis Pokemon Pokemon officially came out for the first time in 1996. Since then, nine generations of Pokemon have been released, with a tenth in the works. If you haven’t kept up with the games, here is how many Pokemon are there in each generation. The first generation of Pokemon is, arguably, the most recognizable iconic Pokemon like Pikachu and Charizard. This was also the first generation featured in the Pokemon TV …
How to evolve Feebas in every Pokemon game William Davis Pokemon Pokemon trainers looking to evolve Feebas will learn how to do so in every major game right here. Feebas is one of the weirder Pokemon in the series. From a battle perspective, the Pokemon is all but worthless. From an aesthetic perspective, it’s one of the ugliest Water types in the entire series. However, its beautiful and powerful evolution Milotic is a frequent favorite among fans. If you’re looking to …
How to download and play Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC William Davis Pokemon Hidden Treasure of Area Zero is the upcoming DLC for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. The DLC includes an early-purchase bonus that can be claimed before October 31, 2023. Hidden Treasure of Area Zero is divided into two parts: The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk. The Teal Mask is scheduled for release on September 13, while The Indigo Disk will come out in Winter 2023. The DLC is now available …
Everything included in the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC William Davis Pokemon Over 200 Pokemon will be added to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet in the upcoming DLC titled Hidden Treasure of Area Zero. Here are all the Pokemon you can expect in the DLC. The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero is the next update to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. The DLC is divided into two parts, The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk. This DLC brings new adventures, new Pokemon, and some …
How to get a shiny Zekrom in Pokemon Go William Davis Pokemon Zekrom is back in Pokemon Go for the first time since 2021. This Pokemon will be available for a limited time, so this is your opportunity to catch a shiny Zekrom.  Zekrom is a dual Dragon and Electric type from the Unova region. It is part of the Tao Trio with Reshiram and Kyurem. Zekrom doesn’t have an evolution. Zekrom appeared on Pokemon Go for the first time in June …

Pokemon stands as the largest cross-media IP in the world by a comfortable margin, but how did it make such explosive gains?

For a long while, pivoting a video game franchise into a larger brand seemed impossible. Iconic titles like Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, and Resident Evil received TV and film adaptations, with the most common result being catastrophic failure. That was the norm from the 1990s all the way into the 2020s; and it probably shouldn’t have been.

While Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li and Silent Hill: Revelation were irredeemably bad, Pokemon showed that a video game series can be adapted into many different mediums. Here’s a quick history of the franchise and its future outlook.

Pokemon explodes with Game Boy games, quickly expands

Pokemon first arrived in Japan in 1996 with the release of Pokemon Red and Green; a pair of titles for the Nintendo Game Boy. The two games were largely identical, but each one had a handful of Pokemon that were exclusive to those titles. This encouraged players to collect and trade these monsters with others who purchased the games.

Later on in 1996, the game was reimagined as a trading card game. Then in 1997, an anime adaptation launched in Japan.

Both of those rapid-fire expansions earned strong success domestically. More importantly, it primed Pokemon for an overwhelming global push.

In 1998, the franchise officially crossed over into North America, Europe, and Australia. The games were killer apps for the Game Boy but it wasn’t just a video game. An accompanying anime aired new episodes daily, and the trading card game exploded out of the gate. This made it difficult to ignore Pokemon to the point where characters like Ash Ketchum and Pikachu were universally recognizable. Just like that, the franchise was unstoppable.

Pokemon expands beyond Nintendo consoles, grows even further

For decades, Pokemon video games were among the top-selling games each year they came out. The Pokemon TCG was one of the biggest in the industry. The anime was a constant, without even mentioning its many spin-off movies. Licensing characters for toys and apparel was a golden goose for all involved.

But the franchise was still positioned to grow further.

Almost all of the games were exclusive to Nintendo’s gaming hardware, but mobile gaming was on a sharp rise of its own. The franchise also released a long list of spin-offs, successfully turning the series into everything from a pinball game to a beat ‘em up. The Pokemon Company had dabbled with PC and mobile games previously, but started actively partnering with other studios in the 2010s.

The biggest example of this was Pokemon GO. The Pokemon Company partnered with AR game studio Niantic was an instant hit, being downloaded hundreds of millions of times. It was far from alone, however. Battling-focused gacha game Pokemon Masters, MOBA adaptation Pokemon Unite, and puzzle game Pokemon Cafe launched in the following years.

It wasn’t just licensed mobile games, though. Games like Detective Pikachu and New Pokemon Snap gave players fresh and varied ways to enjoy the familiar franchise.

Modern Pokémon games see mixed response, but sales remain strong

Though Pokémon has many lifelong fans, the mainline releases have long attracted controversy within the fandom. Though the first few generations were generally beloved, opinions on new and modern games releases vary wildly. Starting with the Nintendo Switch, critical response to the games wavered.

Reviews for Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee were lower than previous entries in the series. That pattern held with Pokémon Sword and Shield, which were also met with extreme backlash on social media.

Though each mainline game made every monster from previous generations available up until Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, this ended with Sword and Shield. Several fan favorites, including Beedrill and the Unovan starters, were made unobtainable in the game. The mega evolution and Z-move battle mechanics were also removed from the games. It’s unclear why or what methodology was used to determine which of the little monsters were left out.

Reviews sank further from there, with Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, then Pokémon Scarlet and Violet garnering the lowest review averages for mainline games.

Despite this, the games were still an enormous commercial success. Pokémon Sword, Shield, Scarlet, and Violet ranked among the best-selling games in franchise history. Its publisher may have heeded some of the fan criticism however, as the company opted against releasing a new mainline game or expansion in 2024. This was the first year without a major game release since 2015.