Pokemon

Here’s the best Sylveon build for Pokemon Unite

Sylveon has arrived in Pokemon Unite, but how do you best build the newest Pokemon to join the game’s...

By Steven Rondina

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Oct 5, 2021

The mission Search for Zarude is now available in Pokemon GO

Zarude has finally arrived in Pokemon GO and players can get it by completing five missions. Here...

Here is the release date for Sylveon in Pokemon Unite

The first Eeveelution to enter Pokemon Unite will be Sylveon and fans finally know the Pokemon’s...

Here’s the best Mamoswine build for Pokemon Unite

Mamoswine has joined the fray in Pokemon Unite and now players are trying to figure out how best to...

By Steven Rondina

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Sep 30, 2021

Pokemon GO’s Little Jungle Cup arrives with unique meta

Pokemon GO is rolling out a unique new battle format with the Little Jungle Cup. The event comes as...

By Steven Rondina

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Sep 29, 2021

New Scyther evolution coming to Pokemon Legends: Arceus

A new evolution to Scyther has been revealed for Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Kleavor was revealed as...

By Steven Rondina

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Sep 28, 2021

Mamoswine’s Pokemon Unite release date has been announced

A new defender is coming to Pokemon Unite, with none other than Mamoswine entering the game this week....

By Christian Vejvad

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Sep 27, 2021

How to counter, defeat, and capture Giratina in Pokemon GO

Giratina is returning to raids in Pokemon GO in its Altered Forme. Here’s how to take Giratina...

By Steven Rondina

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Sep 27, 2021

New Lucario bug is ruining the ranked experience in Pokemon Unite

A new Lucario bug in Pokemon Unite has swarmed the game and made ranked mode especially pretty much...

By Christian Vejvad

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Sep 26, 2021

Genesect set to return as Pokemon GO raid boss in October

Douse Drive Genesect will be making its debut in Pokemon GO in October. Here’s how to beat it...

By Steven Rondina

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Sep 25, 2021

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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.