Pokémon LeafGreen review: my first-ever Pokémon adventure is still superb

Pokémon LeafGreen and its sibling Pokémon FireRed are as excellent today as when they released in 2004.

I played Pokopia, Pokémon’s first life-sim game, to see if it was worth the wait

This week, the newest game in the Pokémon franchise arrives with the long-awaited debut of Pokopia. I played the company’s first-ever life-simulation game to see if it was worth the wait.
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Nintendo Released Its First ‘Pokémon’ Games 30 Years Ago. Here’s How the Beloved Catchable ‘Pocket Monsters’ Became the World’s Biggest Media Franchise

The phenomenon—with its video games, trading cards, shows, movies and merchandise—has generated billions in revenue ...

Every Pokemon Game You Can Play On the Switch 2 in 2026, Ranked

The library of Pokemon games has really expanded since the Switch 2 arrived. Here's everything you can play & what's most worth your time.

I forgot how much of an annoying grind classic Pokémon games were

Replaying LeafGreen for the first time in 20 years (goodness) is reminding me just how grindy classic Pokémon used to be, and ...

Pokemon announces new Pokemon Winds and Waves — here’s the first look

Players will select from three starter Pokémon to begin their adventure. Browt, described as the lively but clumsy Bean Chick Pokémon, represents the Grass type option. Fire type trainers can choose ...

‘Pokémon’ Reveals New Games, ‘Winds’ and ‘Waves,’ With 2027 Release Date and 10th Generation Starters

Pokemon Winds' and 'Waves' have been revealed, with the 10th generation starters and a 2027 release date announced.