Pokémon games
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The Pokémon games are all video games in the Pokémon franchise. All games in the standard style are considered the base, definitive canon for the Pokémon series. All other parts of Pokémon canon, including but not limited to the Pokémon anime, Pokémon Adventures, Pokémon Trading Card Game, and the Pokémon Trading Figure Game, are derived from the Pokémon world and concepts set forth in the games. There are currently 54 games known.
The games are split into generations. The defining point of where new generations begin is when a new standard style Pokémon game with a set of new Pokémon added to the Pokédex is released. Games are also split between main series games and spin-off games. In most main games, the player can choose one out of three Pokémon to start their journey with. Spin-off games give players various options in the way they both obtain and make use of Pokémon.
List of games
Main series
Gen. | Game | System | Blurb |
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I | File:Pokemon red box ja.jpgFile:Pokemon green box ja.jpg Pokémon Red and Green (Japanese) |
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February 27, 1996 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon blue box ja.jpg Pokémon Blue (Japanese) |
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October 10, 1996 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon red box.jpgFile:Pokemon blue box.jpg Pokémon Red and Blue |
You've finally been granted your Pokémon Trainer's license. Now, it's time to head out to become the world's greatest Pokémon Trainer. It's going to take all you've got to collect 150 Pokémon in this enormous world. Catch and train monsters like the shockingly-cute Pikachu. Face off against Blastoise's torrential water cannons. Stand strong when facing Pidgeot's stormy Gust. Trade with friends and watch your Pokémon evolve. Important—no single Pokémon can win at all. Can you develop the ultimate Pokémon strategy to defeat the eight Gym Leaders and become the greatest Pokémon Master of all time? | ||
September 30, 1998 North America | |||
File:Pokemon Yellow boxart.jpg Pokémon Yellow |
You've finally been granted your Pokémon Trainer's license, and now you're on your way to becoming the world's greatest Pokémon Trainer! The shockingly-cute Pikachu tags along behind you as you search the enormous world for monsters to train and evolve. Face off against Blastoise's torrential water cannons. Stand strong when facing Pidgeot's stormy Gust. Develop the ultimate Pokémon strategy to defeat the eight Gym Leaders and become the greatest Pokémon Master of all time! | ||
September 12, 1998 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon Stadium ja.jpg Pokémon Stadium (Japanese) |
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August 1, 1998 Japan | |||
File:Stadium.jpg Pokémon Stadium |
The ultimate Pokémon battle is about to begin... At long last, all of your favorite Pokémon are ready to go head-to-head on the N64! Whether you're battling a friend, a Gym Leader or a tournament contestant, you're about to witness some of the most spectacular battle scenes in history! Select a team for a huge stable of "rental" battlers, or use the included N64 Transfer Pack to upload your own team from Pokémon Red, Blue or Yellow! This stadium is packed and ready to rock! | ||
April 30, 1999 Japan | |||
II | File:Pokemon Gold boxart EN-US.jpgFile:Pokemonsilverbox.jpg Pokémon Gold and Silver |
Enter a whole new world, with new Pokémon to capture, train and battle! Meet Professor Elm and get the all-new Poké Gear, including map, radio, cell phone and clock. Set the clock then watch as day turns to night and events take place in real time— and be sure to keep an eye out for Pokémon that come out only at night! | |
November 21, 1999 Japan | |||
File:Pokemoncrystal.jpg Pokémon Crystal |
The Latest in the Gold & Silver series! Travel back to the world of Johto as the Gold & Silver series continues with brand new features! Whether you're re-reading the fresh descriptions in your Pokédex, using the unique sort function to organize your Pokémon in new ways, watching the all new battle animations, or discovering another way to capture Suicune, you'll need all of your Poké skills to master Pokémon Crystal on your Game Boy Color!
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December 14, 2000 Japan | |||
File:Stadium2.jpg Pokémon Stadium 2 |
Hundreds of Pokémon in Three-mendous 3-D! What's sweeter than victory in a Pokémon battle? Victory in a 3-D arena on the N64! Set your strategy then stand back while your Pokémon battle it out. You can even see the Pokémon you've trained rendered in 3-D and ready for battle!
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December 14, 2000 Japan | |||
III | File:Pokemon Ruby boxart EN-US.jpgFile:Pokemon Sapphire boxart EN-US.jpg Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire |
Immerse yourself in the beautiful region of Hoenn, a place of masterful heroes and mysterious teams, of friendship and battles. As the new kid in town, you set off your journey as a Pokémon Trainer. Who knows what wonders and dangers await you? Now it's time to grab your gear and head out on your own...
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November 21, 2002 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon FireRed boxart EN-US.jpgFile:Pokemon LeafGreen boxart EN-US.jpg Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen |
Set off on a grand adventure to fulfil your dreams of becoming a Pokémon Master! Explore the Kanto region and discover wild Pokémon around every corner. Build you Pokémon collection and train and battle your way to success—earn your badges as you develop winning strategies to use against experienced Gym Leaders in every town. Explore every inch to uncover amazing secrets that will help you in your quest to be the very best trainer ever!
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January 29, 2004 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon Emerald boxart EN-US.jpg Pokémon Emerald |
The Hoenn region is unstable — Rayquaza has awakened! Your skills as a Trainer will be challenged like they've never been challenged before as you try to maintain balance between Kyogre & Groudon. Prove your skill by earning badges & gaining access to Battle Frontier — the front line of Pokémon battling that offers a whole new level of competition. Never-before-experienced battles await you!
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September 16, 2004 Japan | |||
File:Pokémon Box RS.png Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire |
The Ultimate Utility for the Poké-Maniac Is Here!
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May 30, 2003 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon Colosseum boxart EN-US.jpg Pokémon Colosseum |
Story Mode: Gotta Save 'em All! In the new Orre region, a sinister organization is capturing Pokémon and misusing them. It's up to you to restore balance. Seek out all the Shadow Pokémon, snag them, and restore their spirit. Unleash your Pokémon from Story Mode or send in your team from Pokémon ruby or Pokémon Sapphire! Let them show off their true power in Single, Double, and Multi Battles! | ||
November 21, 2003 Japan | |||
File:Pokémon XD cover US.jpg Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness |
Experience The Extra Dimension! Using Shadow Pokémon, an evil organization has unleashed a sinister plot of world domination. With Eevee as your companion, and with the help of numerous friends along the way, you must fight against terrible foes and race against time to snag a purify the Shadow Pokémon and save the world! Engage in fantastic battles with your friends! By connecting with a Game Boy Advance-using a Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable-you can import and battle with your Game Boy Advance Pokémon from Pokémon Emerald, FireRed, Leafgreen, Ruby and Sapphire! | ||
August 4, 2005 Japan | |||
IV | File:DiamondUS.jpgFile:PearlUS.jpg Pokémon Diamond and Pearl |
Welcome to the next generation of Pokémon! As a rookie Pokémon Trainer, you will need to catch, train and battle Pokémon on your journey to become the Pokémon League Champion. You will face many challenges along the way, as you search for the Pokémon that rules time or space in Pokémon Diamond Version or Pokémon Pearl Version.
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September 28, 2006 Japan | |||
File:Platinum-box.png Pokémon Platinum |
Another world has emerged in the Sinnoh region... ...A world where time and space are altered! Catch, train, and battle your favorite Pokémon, and discover ancient, mythical Pokémon in this exciting new adventure! | ||
September 13, 2008 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon HeartGold Version box.jpgFile:Pokemon SoulSilver Version box.jpg Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver |
Prepare for thrilling new adventured as Legendary Pokémon awaken! Explore the Johto region as you catch, train, and battle with your favorite Pokémon by your side. Turn the tides—call forth the Legendary Pokémon! | ||
September 12, 2009 Japan | |||
File:PBRAmerican.jpg Pokémon Battle Revolution |
BRING YOUR BATTLE TO THE BIG SCREEN! Grab a Battle Pass, customise your Trainer and battle your way to the rank of Pokétopia Master! Or, battle against up to three friends with Pokémon Diamond or Pokémon Pearl using your Nintendo DS system as a controller! | ||
December 14, 2006 Japan | |||
My Pokémon Ranch |
The Pokémon phenomenon debuts on WiiWare with My Pokémon Ranch, a game that lets you watch as Pokémon and Miis interact with each other for the first time. Enjoy the relaxing Ranch life by viewing your Ranch and its Pokémon, taking pictures, and sending those pictures to your friends via the Wii Message Board. The more Pokémon and Miis that you bring to your Ranch, the more fun it becomes!
My Pokémon Ranch can be linked with the Nintendo DS Pokémon Diamond version and Pokémon Pearl version Game Cards to deposit the Pokémon you've caught in these games to your Ranch! You can deposit a maximum of 1,000 Pokémon from up to eight different Game Cards! Make your Ranch more lively by playing with your friends and family! | ||
March 25, 2008 Japan | |||
V | File:Black box EN-US.pngFile:White box EN-US.png Pokémon Black and White |
A new world filled with never-before-seen Pokémon! What are the true motives of Team Plasma and the mysterious N? What is the secret of the Legendary Pokémon? Adventure across the Unova region and discover all-new Pokémon! | |
September 18, 2010 Japan | |||
File:Pokemon Black 2 Boxart JP.pngFile:Pokemon White 2 Boxart JP.png Pokémon Black and White 2 |
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June 2012 Japan | |||
Spin-off games
These games do not follow the same style as those games which make up the main series, and are known as spin-offs.
Gen. | Game | System | Blurb |
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Series: Pikachu | |||
I | File:Hey You Pikachu.png Hey You, Pikachu! |
For the first time ever you can actually talk to your favorite Pokémon. Tag along with Pikachu as it goes through its daily routines, taking field trips, going fishing and having picnics, becoming better friends with each passing day. The more you speak, the closer friends you'll be!
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December 12, 1998 Japan | |||
III | File:Pokémon Channel.png Pokémon Channel |
Professor Oak needs your help! Pokémon Channel is a TV-broadcasting network that airs a variety of Pokémon programs, and he's selected YOU as the initial test audience! With the help of Pikachu and other Pokémon, you can make Pokémon channel the highest rated channel on TV!
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July 18, 2003 Japan | |||
IV | File:PokePark Wii US box.png PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure |
Run, Jump, Smash! Play as Pikachu and save the PokéPark! Experience the action-packed Attractions at the PokéPark! Zip across land, sea, and sky to show off your speed and skill! Dive into a new world of adventure in the PokéPark! | |
December 5, 2009 Japan | |||
V | File:PokePark 2 US box.png PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond |
GO BEYOND POKÉPARK! A world of adventure and a world of dreams collide! Can Pikachu and his Pals save the day? | |
November 12, 2011 Japan | |||
Series: TCG | |||
I | File:TCG Boxart.jpg Pokémon Trading Card Game |
Based on the hit Wizards of the Coast card game... The greatest Pokémon Trading Card Game players of all time - the Grand Masters - are looking for one player worthy of inheriting the four rare, Legendary Pokémon Cards! Build new decks with the Auto Deck Machine, hone your skills on the Challenge Machine and test your ability in Challenge Hall. Expand your card collection, duel your way through 8 Club Masters and earn the right to challenge the Grand Masters in the Pokémon Dome! Shadowy figures, wise instructors and powerful opponents await in the ultimate trading card game adventure!
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December 18, 1998 Japan | |||
II | File:Pokemon Card Game GB2.jpg Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR! |
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March 28, 2001 Japan | |||
Series: Pinball | |||
I | File:Pinball Coverart.png Pokémon Pinball |
Catch 'em all with a pinball! Discover a whole new way to collect Pokémon - by playing pinball! Hit the targets with your Poké Ball to catch and evolve Pokémon. The better you do, the more rare Pokémon you'll find! Every Pokémon you catch is automatically recorded in your Pokédex - see if you can catch all 150! Some Pokémon appear only on the Red Field or only on the Blue Field, so you'll have to play both to catch 'em all!
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April 14, 1999 Japan | |||
III | File:Pinball RS boxart.jpg Pokémon Pinball: Ruby and Sapphire |
More than a regular pinball game, Pokémon Pinball combines fast flipper action with a unique way to catch your favorite Pokémon. Control the flippers to shoot the Poké Ball at targets on one of two PlayFields. Play on either the Ruby or Sapphire field to rack up as many points as possible. Catch over 200 Pokémon - featuring characters from Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire!
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August 1, 2003 Japan | |||
Series: Puzzle | |||
I | File:PokemonPuzzleLeagueboxart.jpg Pokémon Puzzle League |
Master a new challenge!
Discover the most frantic, frenzied, fun-filled Pokémon challenge ever - Pokémon Puzzle League! Line up three or more blocks of the same type to clear them off the screen. Create chains and combos to send garbage to your opponent. Collect badges from other Pokémon trainers to earn the right to enter the ultimate competition... a battle against the mysterious Puzzle Master!
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September 25, 2000 North America | |||
II | File:Puzzlechallenge.png Pokémon Puzzle Challenge |
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September 21, 2000 Japan | |||
Series: Mystery Dungeon | |||
III | File:PMD Red.jpgFile:PMD Blue.jpg Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team |
What if you woke up one day, and you were a Pokémon? What if all of a sudden you find yourself in a NEW world, where you can speak and interact with other Pokémon? The adventure begins when you and your partner Pokémon set out on rescue missions in a world ravaged by natural disasters. But what is your true purpose and destiny in this Pokémon world? That's the REAL mystery.... | |
November 17, 2005 Japan | |||
IV | File:Pokemon MD Explorers of Time.jpgFile:Pokemon MD Explorers of Darkness.jpg Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness |
Explore as a Pokémon in a world of Pokémon! Discover secrets of Time and Darkness and form a team to explore the world! Send out SOS Mails using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection | |
September 13, 2007 Japan | |||
IV | File:PMD-EoS Box.jpg Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky |
Now you can go beyond darkness...outside the limits of time...to the skies!
Be a Pokémon and experience the world in a whole new way! Learn more secrets of Time and Darkness...Journey with your friends on remarkable adventures and save the world! | |
April 18, 2009 Japan | |||
IV | Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Keep Going! Blazing Adventure Squad! Let's Go! Stormy Adventure Squad! and Go For It! Light Adventure Squad! |
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August 4, 2009 Japan | |||
Series: Ranger | |||
III | File:Ranger box.jpg Pokémon Ranger |
CAPTURE ON! With the help of Pokémon, set out on a fun-filled adventure! You play as a Pokémon Ranger in the Fiore region, working to preserve nature and to protect Pokémon! | |
March 23, 2006 Japan | |||
IV | File:PokemonRanger2 Package.jpg Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia |
Only you and your Pokémon can protect Almia! As a Pokémon Ranger, your duty is to fight the shadows that threaten the peace of the Almia region. With the help of you Pokémon, every mission is an adventure! Use the Stylus to befriend Pokémon and spin up a storm of action! Capture Pokémon with your friendship. Use Pokémon to help you enhance your Ranger skills and, together as one, protect Almia! | |
March 20, 2008 Japan | |||
IV | File:Ranger Guardian Signs US box.png Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs |
A mighty alliance is all that can save Oblivia form darkness! Join forces with Legendary Pokémon and restore peace. Team up with friends in Wireless Multiplayer Missions! | |
March 6, 2010 Japan | |||
Series: Rumble | |||
IV | Pokémon Rumble |
Introducing a new kind of Pokémon challenge, available exclusively to the WiiWare service! Pokémon Rumble is an action game in which you control Toy Pokémon (referred to as "Pokémon") and take on wave after wave of other Pokémon in a variety of stages.
Befriend some of the defeated Pokémon along the way, adding them to your collection and granting you the ability to use them in battle. Switch between collected Pokémon at any time, taking advantage of the fact that the amount of damage you deal depends on the type of move used and the type of Pokémon hit. Be the last one standing to gain the right to compete in the Battle Royale and test your skills against many Pokémon at once. Or team up with three people for some multiplayer action, working together to take down tough Bosses and earning points that can be used towards recruiting or training Pokémon. You can even save your favorite Pokémon to your Wii Remote controller for exchanges with friends. Combining beautiful cel-shaded graphics and exciting game play features with the world of Pokémon, this is one Rumble you won't want to miss! | |
June 16, 2009 Japan | |||
V | File:Pokémon Rumble Blast Boxart US.png Pokémon Rumble Blast |
This rumble is a blast! Discover over 600 Toy Pokémon to build an unbeatable force! | |
August 11, 2011 Japan | |||
Others | |||
I | Pokémon Picross |
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I | File:Picross NP Vol1.png Picross NP Vol.1 |
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April, 1999 Japan | |||
I | File:PokemonSnap.jpg Pokémon Snap |
Professor Oak needs your help!
Professor Oak has asked you to capture the Wild Pokémon of Pokémon Island on film! Tour the Island in your ZERO-ONE vehicle and snap pictures of Pokémon in their natural habitat. Wild Pokémon are often camera-shy, so you'll have to use special items to bring them out in the open. Only the best shots will do for Professor's Pokémon Report so sharpen your photography skills and get ready to SNAP!
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March 21, 1999 Japan | |||
III | Pikachu: DS Tech Demo |
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May 12, 2004 North America | |||
III | File:Pokemon Dash boxart EN-US.jpg Pokémon Dash |
Become the Pokémon Dash Grand Prix Champion! Make tracks as you put Pikachu through its paces around the course. Race against the clock and other Pokémon rivals passing the checkpoints as you head toward the goal. Fast-Action Fun! Race your rivals! - You can race as Pikachu in a whole new way using the stylus slide-action to reach the goal in record time. Don't be beaten by your rivals! Meet Munchlax! - It's a mad dash racing against rival Pokémon. Don't be surprised when you run across an unfamiliar face. Meet Munchlax, the pre-evolved form of Snorlax. Connect for more courses! - Hook up with Game Boy Advance Pokémon versions: Ruby, Sapphire, Firered, Leafgreen, and Emerald to create new courses in the shape of your GBA Pokémon!
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December 2, 2004 Japan | |||
III | PokéPark: Fishing Rally DS |
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May 10, 2005 Japan | |||
III | File:Trozei! Box.jpg Pokémon Trozei! |
Experience endless Pokémon puzzle action in this brand-new puzzle game! Using the stylus, slide Pokémon puzzle pieces. Line up four in a row (vertically or horizontally) to make a "Trozei" and clear the screen. It's easy to learn, with fun and addictive play for all ages! | |
October 20, 2005 Japan | |||
V | File:Battle Get Pokémon Typing DS boxart.png Battle & Get! Pokémon Typing DS |
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April 21, 2011 Japan | |||
V | Pokédex 3D |
This is an electronic Pokédex that's full of information about Pokémon! It also lets you hear their cries, see the, and look up all sorts of data about your favourite Pokémon. You can even use the AR Viewer so you can interact with the pokémon! You'll first need to fill up your Pokédex. You can do this by sharing Pokémon data with your friends or receiving Pokémon data using SpotPass. | |
June 6, 2011 North America | |||
V | File:Pokémon Nobunagas Ambition boxart.png Pokémon Conquest |
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March 17, 2012 Japan | |||
Others
Perdue Farms | |||
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PC | |||
Team Rocket Blast Off | Poké Ball Launcher | Seek & Find | |
Self-contained games | ||
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File:PocketPikachu.gif | ||
Pokémon Pikachu | Pokémon Pikachu 2 | Pokéwalker |
Cyber Poké Ball | Cyber Pokédex | Digital Poké Ball D & P |
External links
On Bulbagarden forums
This game-related article is part of Project Games, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on the Pokémon games. |