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Pokémon’s spinoffs are the series at its most adventurousPokémon’s spinoffs are the series at its most adventurous
Pokémon is a huge hit because it’s cooperative

Twenty-five years later, that’s still the case

Jay Castello
Pokémon’s League of Legends-style spinoff is getting an Android beta in MarchPokémon’s League of Legends-style spinoff is getting an Android beta in March
Celebrate Pokémon’s 25th anniversary with a matching denim tuxedo from Levi’sCelebrate Pokémon’s 25th anniversary with a matching denim tuxedo from Levi’s
Post Malone will hold a virtual concert to celebrate Pokémon’s 25th anniversaryPost Malone will hold a virtual concert to celebrate Pokémon’s 25th anniversary
Pokémon cards are selling so well the Pokémon Company is rushing to print morePokémon cards are selling so well the Pokémon Company is rushing to print more
Pokémon is celebrating its 25th anniversary with Katy PerryPokémon is celebrating its 25th anniversary with Katy Perry
Play a crowdsourced Pokémon Red through this Twitter accountPlay a crowdsourced Pokémon Red through this Twitter account
No headline can possibly do this photo justiceNo headline can possibly do this photo justice
Pokémon Go creators say COVID is ‘existential to our game’

A pandemic makes pushing your players outside impossible

Megan Farokhmanesh
Pokémon Go’s next paid event is a virtual tour of KantoPokémon Go’s next paid event is a virtual tour of Kanto
Ditto’s true form is this comfy chairDitto’s true form is this comfy chair
Megan Farokhmanesh
This motion-activated poké ball ‘must never be thrown’This motion-activated poké ball ‘must never be thrown’
Pokémon Go adding seasons, Kalos region pokémon to catchPokémon Go adding seasons, Kalos region pokémon to catch
Smother me gently in this human-sized Pokémon podSmother me gently in this human-sized Pokémon pod
Pokémon Sword and Shield are $40 each at Amazon and Best BuyPokémon Sword and Shield are $40 each at Amazon and Best Buy
You can deck out your Switch Pokémon-style with these Hori accessoriesYou can deck out your Switch Pokémon-style with these Hori accessories
This Japanese rock video is an adorable tribute to Pokémon’s legacyThis Japanese rock video is an adorable tribute to Pokémon’s legacy
Pokémon Sword and Shield expansion, The Crown Tundra, launches October 22ndPokémon Sword and Shield expansion, The Crown Tundra, launches October 22nd
Pokémon Go partners with French fashion brand for cute in-game backpacksPokémon Go partners with French fashion brand for cute in-game backpacks
Pokémon Go will end support for older iOS and Android phones in OctoberPokémon Go will end support for older iOS and Android phones in October
Pokémon Go adds powerful Mega Evolution formsPokémon Go adds powerful Mega Evolution forms
Pokémon Go players caught nearly a billion pokémon at this year’s online-only festPokémon Go players caught nearly a billion pokémon at this year’s online-only fest
Watch this Pokémon Go commercial directed by Rian JohnsonWatch this Pokémon Go commercial directed by Rian Johnson
This pokémon engagement ring has gone terribly wrongThis pokémon engagement ring has gone terribly wrong
Pokémon Sword and Shield’s new island is a better version of the Wild AreaPokémon Sword and Shield’s new island is a better version of the Wild Area
Pokémon Unite could open competitive gaming to a whole new audiencePokémon Unite could open competitive gaming to a whole new audience
The Pokémon Go grandpa’s bike evolves to hold 64 smartphonesThe Pokémon Go grandpa’s bike evolves to hold 64 smartphones
Pokémon Unite is a League of Legends-style team-based strategy gamePokémon Unite is a League of Legends-style team-based strategy game
Pokémon Café Mix is an absolutely adorable puzzle game for Switch and mobilePokémon Café Mix is an absolutely adorable puzzle game for Switch and mobile
Pokémon Smile turns brushing your teeth into an augmented reality adventurePokémon Smile turns brushing your teeth into an augmented reality adventure
Pokémon Snap is coming to the Nintendo SwitchPokémon Snap is coming to the Nintendo Switch
Tickets for the online-only Pokémon Go Fest 2020 go on sale todayTickets for the online-only Pokémon Go Fest 2020 go on sale today
Pokémon Sword and Shield’s first expansion will arrive on June 17thPokémon Sword and Shield’s first expansion will arrive on June 17th
Pokémon Go Fest will be held online this yearPokémon Go Fest will be held online this year
Niantic adds ‘reality blending’ to Pokémon Go to make your virtual pals even more realisticNiantic adds ‘reality blending’ to Pokémon Go to make your virtual pals even more realistic
Netflix nabs exclusive Pokémon episodes in latest move to dominate children’s televisionNetflix nabs exclusive Pokémon episodes in latest move to dominate children’s television
Pokémon Go adds remote raids so you don’t have to go outsidePokémon Go adds remote raids so you don’t have to go outside
Razer’s Pikachu earbuds come in a pokéball case for all your charging needsRazer’s Pikachu earbuds come in a pokéball case for all your charging needs
Here’s a list of games you should play while you’re stuck inside avoiding the coronavirusHere’s a list of games you should play while you’re stuck inside avoiding the coronavirus

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