A recent episode of the long-running game show Jeopardy! includes a major Nintendo and Pokémon-related reference in the form of a Final Jeopardy! question, which asks contestants to name "the desire in his childhood to catch every insect inspired Satoshi Tajiri to create this 1996 game." The correct answer, of course, is Pokémon - but … Continue reading Pokémon and Satoshi Tajiri feature in Final Jeopardy! round
Exclusive interview with the makers of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, Game Freak’s Kazumasa Iwao and Shigeru Ohmori
With the impending release of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, we are growing more and more excited about making a return trip to the Alola region. To learn more about our upcoming expedition, The Pokémon Company turned to GAME FREAK, the developers of the game, for … Continue reading Exclusive interview with the makers of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, Game Freak’s Kazumasa Iwao and Shigeru Ohmori
Nintendo eShop Summer Sale 2017 announced, featuring Pokémon Virtual Console titles
Nintendo has announced that it will be holding a Nintendo eShop Summer Sale 2017 from August 23 to September 4, 2017, with over 50 Nintendo 3DS and Wii U games on sale, including Mario, Dragon Quest and Pokémon Virtual Console titles in Japan. A complete list is currently unavailable, but 12 New Nintendo 3DS Super … Continue reading Nintendo eShop Summer Sale 2017 announced, featuring Pokémon Virtual Console titles
New selection of Pokémon line art merch launches at the Pokémon Center in Japan
A new selection of Pokémon merchandise featuring line art has been revealed by The Pokémon Company. It recently made its official debut via the Pokémon Center in Japan. It consists of sketches of Pokémon from Pokémon Red and Green to the most recent Pokémon Sun and Moon. Customers can choose from a variety of items, including pen cases, … Continue reading New selection of Pokémon line art merch launches at the Pokémon Center in Japan
The original Pokémon games have entered The World Video Game Hall of Fame
Did you know that The World Video Game Hall of Fame has selected the original Pokémon games for induction? Pokémon has just received a huge honor as the original Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green games have been selected to enter the World Video Game Hall of Fame as one of the 2017 inductees. These games … Continue reading The original Pokémon games have entered The World Video Game Hall of Fame
Pokémon enters the World Video Game Hall of Fame via Pokémon Red and Green
Pokémon recently received a massive honor as the original Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green games have been selected to enter the World Video Game Hall of Fame as one of the 2017 inductees. These Game Boy classics are being recognized for their popularity over a sustained period and their impact on popular culture. They will … Continue reading Pokémon enters the World Video Game Hall of Fame via Pokémon Red and Green
Pokémon Red and Green officially inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame
Pokémon Red and Green are among the latest games that have officially been inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. Alongside Donkey Kong, Halo: Combat Evolved and Street Fighter II, Pokémon Red and Green emerged from a field of 12 finalists that also included Final Fantasy VII, Microsoft Windows Solitaire, Mortal Kombat, Myst, … Continue reading Pokémon Red and Green officially inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame
Pokémon Red and Green nominated for the World Video Game Hall of Fame’s class of 2017
The finalists for the World Video Game Hall of Fame's class of 2017 have been announced, and Pokémon made the list! The original Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green games that kicked off over two decades of Pokémon fun are under consideration to join some of the most memorable and influential video games in history. An international … Continue reading Pokémon Red and Green nominated for the World Video Game Hall of Fame’s class of 2017
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