''Pokémon'' (originally "''Pocket Monsters''") is a

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s developed by

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and published by

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and

The Pokémon Company The Pokémon Company (株式会社ポケモン, ''Kabushiki gaisha Pokemon'') is a Japanese company responsible for brand management, production, publishing, marketing, and licensing of the ''Pokémon'' franchise, which consists of video game s ...

. Over the years, a number of spin-off games based on the series have also been developed by multiple companies. While the main series consists of RPGs, spin-off games encompass other genres, such as

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, and

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games. Most ''Pokémon'' video games have been developed exclusively for Nintendo

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s, dating from the

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to the current generation of video game consoles.

Main series games/remakes

Side games

''Pokémon Stadium'' series

Other side games

Spin-off games

Trading Card Games

''Pokémon Card GB'' series

''Play It!'' series

Other Games

Pinball games

''Mystery Dungeon'' series

''Ranger'' series

''Rumble'' series

''Snap'' series

Puzzle games

''Pokémon Puzzle League'' series

''Pokémon Trozei'' series

Other puzzle games

''Pikachu'' series

Arcade games

''Puck'' series

''Pokkén Tournament''

''Mezastar''

''PokéPark'' series

Mobile apps

''Pokédex 3D'' and ''Pokédex 3D Pro''

''Pokédex 3D'' is an app available for download from the

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. It is a Pokédex, which displays information on Pokémon from ''Black'' and ''White'' as well as a 3D model. Only a few Pokémon are initially available, and more can be unlocked through means such as

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and AR cards. On April 21, 2012, Nintendo announced that there would be a National Pokédex version called ''Pokédex 3D Pro''. It was released in Japan on the Nintendo eShop on July 14, 2012, and internationally on November 8, 2012. Unlike the original, the ''Pro'' edition of the app is not free, and all Pokémon are available from the start rather than unlocking them over time, although some that are not available can be unlocked by entering a special code on the official website. In addition, it has new background music, modes, more scenes and backgrounds and features the voice for the name of every Pokémon. The ''Pro'' edition replaced the original free app as it was removed from the eShop on June 17, 2012 in Japan and on October 1, 2012 internationally. An official

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version was released on November 15, 2012 but was delisted on November 30, 2015.

''Pokémon Dream Radar''

Pokémon Dream Radar (ポケモン ARサーチャー ''Pokemon AR Sāchā'', literally meaning: ''"Pokémon Augmented Reality Searcher"'') is the second downloadable game in the series and it featured Augmented Reality view to capture Pokémon, collecting Dream Orbs and Items in the Interdream Zone. Pokémon Dream Radar allows you to transfer any Pokémon you've captured and any Items you've obtained to a copy of Pokémon Black and White 2 inserted in the

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cartridge slot to give the players extra in-game content.

''Pokémon Bank''

''Pokémon Bank'' is a mobile application available on the

for

. It was released in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan on December 25, 2013, Hong Kong on January 22, 2014, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand on February 4, 2014, and in North and South America on February 5, 2014. It is an online storage system which allows players to store up to 3000 Pokémon and access requires a stable internet connection. The app is free to download, but requires an annual fee in order to access the servers. ''Bank'' is compatible with ''Pokémon X'', ''Y'', ''Omega Ruby'', ''Alpha Sapphire'', ''Sun'', ''Moon'', ''Ultra Sun'' and ''Ultra Moon'' and the game's Pokémon Storage System. Pokémon holding items and a cosplay variant of

Pikachu is a fictional species in the ''Pokémon'' media franchise. Designed by Atsuko Nishida and Ken Sugimori, Pikachu first appeared in the 1996 Japanese video games ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green'' created by Game Freak and Nintendo, which were ...

cannot be stored. The additional app ''Poké Transporter'' allows players to transfer Pokémon from ''Pokémon Black'', ''White'', ''Black 2'' and ''White 2'' and the Virtual Console releases of ''Red'', ''Blue'', and ''

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''. ''Pokémon Bank'' was later updated to add ''Poké Transporter'' capabilities for ''Gold'', ''Silver'', and ''

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'' as well.

''Pokémon Go''

The

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mobile game ''Pokémon Go'' was released in July 2016 on both Android and iOS platforms. It utilizes internal GPS tracking system in order to find and catch Pokémon in real-time. The system places in-game locations such as Gyms and Pokéstops in predetermined locations (such as

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s) throughout the real world in order to get the player active and become a Pokémon trainer in real life. The Pokémon themselves spawn randomly, with some conditions; nocturnal Pokémon have a higher chance to spawn at night, and water type pokémon may spawn close to water. Gyms are used to battle and train Pokémon against other players in the area, and nearby PokéStops give free items when spun (they have a 5-minute cooldown per use). It originally featured all Generation 1 Pokémon. In February 2017, Generation 2 Pokémon were added excluding the legendaries of the region, including Suicune, Raikou, Entei, Celebi, Lugia, and Ho-Oh. In July 2017, the missing Legendary Pokémon from the Johto region were added. Niantic has since added Pokémon from the Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Galar and Hisui regions into Pokémon Go. While the title is free-to-play, it also implements

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s, allowing players to spend real currency to gain access to more items in game. The game was met with mixed responses when released. In September 2016, Niantic released the Pokémon Go Plus, a $35 wearable, which issues alerts about any events in the game, including the appearance of a Pokémon or nearby PokéStop.

''Pokémon Duel''

On January 24, 2017, ''Pokémon Duel'', a competitive digital board game was released for mobile devices on the

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and

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. ''Pokémon Duel'', formerly known as ''Pokémon Co-master'', was co-developed with Heroz Japan, a company that specializes in artificial intelligence. Based on the Pokémon Trading Figure board game, players can move Pokémon pieces around a virtual playing field. Upon reaching an opponent's Pokémon, the two may engage in battle. The strategy game lets one play single-player against the computer or compete with other players online.

''Pokémon Playhouse''

In 2017,

, together with the Pokémon Company, announced the creation of a

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targeted at preschool aged children called ''Pokémon Playhouse''.

''Pokémon Masters EX''

On August 29, 2019, ''Pokémon Masters'', a 3-on-3 battle game was released on the

and

. ''Pokémon Masters'' was developed by

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. The game can be downloaded from th
Pokémon Masters official website
Originally named ''Pokémon Masters,'' it was renamed ''Pokémon Masters Ex'' in August 2020 on the 1st anniversary of the game.

''Camp Pokémon''

''Camp Pokémon'', known as ''Pokémon Camp'' in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, is a free app provided by The Pokémon Company International for Android and iOS. It was first accessible to iOS users on October 21, 2014, and was released for Android devices on April 14, 2016.

''Pokémon Home''

In June 2019, The Pokémon Company announced a new cloud service for storing Pokémon, intended to replace ''Pokémon Bank''. It was later revealed the service would be called ''Pokémon Home'' and was released for

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, and

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. ''Home'' would be available in two tiers, a paid premium subscription and a free tier with less storage and a limited feature set. A subscription to

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would not be required to use ''Pokémon Home''. It was released in February 2020. The service is primarily aimed toward ''Pokémon Sword'' and ''Shield'' and Pokémon can be transferred between them and the service at will. Pokémon contained in ''Pokémon Bank'' can be transferred to ''Home'' but would be a one-way transfer and cannot be transferred back to the aforementioned titles. The same can be said about Pokémon transferred from the ''Let's Go, Pikachu!'' and ''Let's Go, Eevee!'' titles, except this one way transfer system only applies after you transfer a Pokémon into ''Pokémon Home,'' then into ''

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''. On November 11, 2020, Niantic released an update for ''

Pokémon Go ''Pokémon Go'' (stylized as ''Pokémon GO'') is a 2016 augmented reality (AR) mobile game, part of the ''Pokémon'' franchise, developed and published by Niantic in collaboration with Nintendo and The Pokémon Company for iOS and Android ...

'' that allows the unidirectional transfer of Pokémon to ''Pokémon Home''.

''Pokémon Smile''

''Pokémon Smile'' is a free app for Android and iOS devices. The game uses the device's camera to play the game. By brushing your teeth, Pokémon are rescued from bacteria. The game was announced during a ''

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'' presentation on June 17, 2020 and was made available later the same day.

PC and Computer titles

''Pokémon TCG Online''

''Pokémon TCG Online'' is the official digital version of the

Pokémon Trading Card Game The , abbreviated as ''PTCG'' or ''Pokémon TCG'', is a collectible card game developed by Creatures Inc. based on the ''Pokémon'' franchise. It was first published in October 1996 by Media Factory in Japan. In the US, it was first published by ...

available for PC,

, and

. As of early 2023, the game has received its final expansion set, and is planned to be discontinued in the near future. This is partially due to the application's age, and the arrival of its recent replacement, ''Pokémon TCG Live'', which has been met with mixed opinions from the entire playerbase.

''Pokémon PokéROM Gotta Learn 'em All!''

''Pokémon PokéROM Gotta Learn 'em All!'' is a series of playable and collectable mini CD-Roms released by

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in 2000. Each CD features math puzzles, print programs to print out Pokémon, build a desktop Pokémon collection, and observe Pokémon

''Pokémon 2000''

''Pokémon 2000'' was a first-person online only adventure game released by Cyberworld International Corporation in 2000. Created as a promotion for the second ''Pokémon'' film for AOL Time Warner, ''Pokémon 2000'' played within Cyberworld's specialized web browser which could display web pages on one side and simple ''

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'' like 3D worlds on the other. Due to a contract dispute, the game was pulled and is no longer able to be played after being available for four weeks with over one million downloads.

''Pokémon Project Studio''

''Pokémon Project Studio'' is a computer program released by

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on November 9, 1999 in the U.S. This program lets the user create all kinds of Pokémon related projects such as calendars or greeting cards. Each version had stock artwork of different Generation I Pokémon. Some Pokémon were version-specific—for example, Kangaskhan was only available in the ''Blue'' version, whereas Tauros was only available in the ''Red'' version. Stock art of human characters like

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and

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was also included, and users could also add photos and images saved on their own computer.

''Pokémon: Masters Arena''

''Pokémon: Masters Arena'' is a ''Pokémon'' game compilation developed by ImaginEngine designed for young children. It contains eight games, testing the players' knowledge to prove themselves as a true Pokémon Master. On mastering all eight games, the player earns 8 posters, which can be printed.

''Pokémon: Team Turbo''

''Team Turbo'' is a

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game developed by ImaginEngine that is a game compilation designed for young children. It contains five racing games which are used to earn power-ups for use in race courses. From the main menu, one can choose to do any of the 6 races, any of the 5 minigames, or do an "Adventure Mode" in which there are races in order, with minigames in between each to earn extra powerups. The game was published by ValuSoft and released in October 2005.

''Pokémon PC Master''

''Pokémon PC Master'' is a Pokémon game released on June 20, 2006 in Japan. It is supposed to improve children's knowledge of information technology.

''Perdue'' series

= ''Pokémon Team Rocket Blast Off''

= ''Pokémon Team Rocket Blast Off'' is a Pokémon game released in North America.

= ''Pokémon Poké Ball Launcher''

= ''Pokémon Poké Ball Launcher'' is a Pokémon game released in North America.

= ''Pokémon Seek & Find''

= ''Pokémon Seek & Find'' is a Pokémon game released in North America.

''Pokémon Card Game Online''

''Pokémon Card Game Online'' is a Pokémon game released on November 20, 2009 in Japan.

''Pokémon Medallion Battle''

''Pokémon Medallion Battle'' is a Pokémon game released worldwide on December 23, 2019.

''Pokémon Tower Battle''

''Pokémon Tower Battle'' is a Pokémon game released worldwide on December 23, 2019.

Pokémon mini games (all released in 2001 with the "Pokémon mini" console")

Pokémon Party Mini Pokémon Pinball Mini Pokémon Puzzle Collection Pokémon Puzzle Collection Vol. 2 Pokémon Zany Cards Pokémon Tetris Pokémon Race Mini Pichu Bros. Mini Togepi's Great Adventure Pokémon Breeder Mini

Sega games

Seven Pokémon games were released for

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''Sega Pico'' series

''Advanced Pico Beena'' series

Other spin-offs

Notes

References

External links

* * {{Pokémon video games series

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