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Pokémon

The world's highest-grossing media franchise. Since 1996, Pokémon has sold over 440 million video games across 9 generations — from the original Red and Blue on Game Boy to Scarlet and Violet on Switch. Gotta catch 'em all has never gone out of style.

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1996First release
440M+Games sold
1,025Pokémon species
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The Franchise That Conquered the World

Pokémon Red and Green launched in Japan on 27 February 1996, designed by Satoshi Tajiri who was inspired by his childhood hobby of insect collecting. The concept — catch creatures, train them, trade and battle with friends — was simple but endlessly deep.

The franchise exploded globally with the anime series and trading card game launching alongside the games. Today Pokémon is the highest-grossing media franchise of all time, surpassing Hello Kitty, Mickey Mouse, and Star Wars.

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Pokémon Generations at a Glance

Nine generations of games, each introducing a new region, new Pokémon, and new mechanics:

IKanto (1996)

Red, Blue, Yellow. 151 Pokémon. The originals that started it all.

IIJohto (1999)

Gold, Silver, Crystal. 251 Pokémon. Day/night cycle, breeding, and the beloved Pokégear.

IIIHoenn (2002)

Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald. 386 Pokémon. Abilities, double battles, and secret bases.

IVSinnoh (2006)

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum. 493 Pokémon. Physical/special split, the Underground, and Wi-Fi trading.

VUnova (2010)

Black, White, B2W2. 649 Pokémon. The most story-driven games in the series.

VIKalos (2013)

X, Y. 721 Pokémon. First 3D games, Mega Evolution, and the Fairy type.

VIIAlola (2016)

Sun, Moon, USUM. 809 Pokémon. Island trials replace gyms. Z-Moves introduced.

VIII+Galar & Beyond (2019)

Sword, Shield, Scarlet, Violet. Open-world exploration and Dynamax battles on Switch.

Frequently Asked Questions — Pokémon

Which Pokémon game should I start with?

For newcomers: Pokémon FireRed/LeafGreen (GBA) are the best remakes of the originals. HeartGold/SoulSilver (DS) are widely considered the best overall games. For modern players, Pokémon Legends: Arceus (Switch) offers the most accessible open-world experience.

Can I trade Pokémon between generations?

Trading between generations requires specific tools. Pokémon Bank (3DS) and Pokémon HOME (Switch) allow transfers from older games to newer ones, but not backwards. Some older games require the GBA Link Cable or DS wireless for trading.

Are old Pokémon cartridges still worth buying?

Yes — original Game Boy, GBA, and DS Pokémon cartridges are highly collectible. Be aware that many counterfeit cartridges exist, particularly for Gold, Silver, and the GBA games. We only stock verified authentic cartridges.

Do the save batteries still work on old cartridges?

Game Boy and GBA Pokémon games save to an internal battery. These typically last 10–15 years. If a cartridge won't save, the battery needs replacing — a simple repair. We note battery status in our listings where known.