How old is Pokémon 1?

Pokémon (Gen 1 games, Pocket Monsters Red and Green in Japan) is almost 30 years old, having launched on February 27, 1996, for the Game Boy, with its international release (Red and Blue) in 1998, making it a nostalgic touchstone for many fans.
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What are the generation 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 in Pokémon?

Generation I with 151 Pokémon refers to Red, Blue, and Yellow; generation II with 100 Pokémon refers to Gold, Silver, and Crystal; generation III with 135 Pokémon refers to Ruby, Sapphire, FireRed, LeafGreen, and Emerald; generation IV with 107 Pokémon refers to Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, and SoulSilver; ...
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When did Pokémon 1st come out?

Pokémon was created by Satoshi Tajiri and launched in Japan on February 27, 1996, with the release of the Pokémon Red and Green video games for the Game Boy, introducing the world of creatures to catch and battle, sparking a massive global franchise.
 
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Was it originally 150 or 151 Pokémon?

The original Pokémon count is 151, with Mew being the 151st, though many players initially only knew of the first 150 (Mewtwo being #150), as Mew was a secret event Pokémon often unavailable in-game, leading to confusion about whether it counted. All the classic Generation 1 Pokémon, from Bulbasaur to Mew, total 151.
 
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Why is Mewtwo 150 and not 151?

Mewtwo was obtainable in-game, and was given number 150, so that there were no gaps. Mew was supposed to only be available through events, so was given number 151.
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Why was episode 38 of Pokémon banned?

On 16th December 1997, more than 700 Japanese people have seizures and hospitalized after they watched Pokémon anime episode 38 called "Denno Senshi Porygon" which is that banned episode of pokemon in worldwide after the episode aired once in Japan and it caused seizures and photosensitive epilepsy.
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Why was episode 35 of Pokémon banned?

Due to the episode's frequent use of firearms and a desire to keep the series friendly for a family audience, the episode was never aired outside of Japan. Unlike other episodes unaired in the West, 4Kids Entertainment never dubbed the episode, resulting in the episode having no official English translation.
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What does "Pokémon" mean?

Pokémon means “Pocket Monsters”

“Pokémon” is a Japanese portmanteau of ポケット (Poketto) and モンスター (Monsutā), borrowed from English “pocket” and “monster” and transliterated to fit Japanese phonotactics, or the rules of how sounds can be combined.
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What Pokémon card is worth $60,000?

A Trainer No. 3 card from the 1999 Super Secret Battle is a famous Pokémon card known to sell for around $60,000 due to its extreme rarity, awarded only to the third-place winner of that exclusive Japanese tournament. Other cards like the Tropical Mega Battle Tropical Wind (potentially $65k+) or certain Charizard variants can also reach or exceed this value, with high-grade promotional and tournament cards commanding premium prices. 
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What is a "shiny" Pokémon?

They are rare color variations of standard Pokémon, and have a sparkle animation upon entering combat, but have no other unique differences from a standard version of the same species.
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Are the 1999 Pokémon cards worth anything?

But just like baseball trading cards or any host of other memorabilia, some Pokémon cards are fairly run-of-the-mill while others are exceedingly valuable. First edition cards that were issued in the United States in 1999, for example, can command six-digit prices, particularly if they are in good condition.
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What is the oldest Pokémon ever?

The "oldest" Pokémon depends on the context: Arceus is the mythological creator of the universe, considered the first in lore; Rhydon was the first Pokémon designed by the creators; and Genesect is a prehistoric bug Pokémon from 300 million years ago modified by humans, making it one of the oldest known creatures in the Pokémon world.
 
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Who is the 100th Pokémon?

Classified as an Electric-type Pokemon, Voltorb is a spherical species that resembles an item in the game's universe, a Poké Ball. Often confused for them, they will emit electricity or explode when jolted.
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Will there be a Gen 10 Pokémon?

Yes, a Generation 10 (Gen 10) Pokémon is expected, likely announced in 2026 for the Nintendo Switch 2, following the pattern of new generations every few years and serving as a major release for the franchise's 30th anniversary. While not officially confirmed, leaks and industry rumors suggest titles like Pokémon Wind and Pokémon Waves, with a focus on large, island-based open worlds, deep-sea exploration, and potentially a revamped battle system moving beyond traditional turn-based combat.
 
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Are there 18 Pokémon types?

However, based on our research, if you add them up, the total number of Pokémon types would reach 18. This includes Normal, Fire, Water, Grass, Flying, Fighting, Poison, Electric, Ground, Rock, Psychic, Ice, Bug, Ghost, Steel, Dragon, Dark, and Fairy [1].
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What is the rarest Pokémon?

The "rarest" Pokémon is subjective, but often points to Mew (due to its mythical status and scarcity) or extremely limited event Pokémon like certain Unowns (Unown Q) or shiny event Pokémon, with the Trainer-Deck A Machamp card being one of the rarest physical items, alongside specific prototype Pokémon cards like the Wizards of the Coast Blastoise, with only a couple ever made, making them virtually unobtainable. In-game rarity also shifts with events, but mythicals and specific event-exclusive shinies (like Armored Mewtwo in Go) often top lists.
 
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Is Pokémon okay for Christians?

Whether Pokémon is "okay" for Christians depends on individual conscience, as views vary from seeing it as harmless fantasy to concerns about its Eastern mystical elements, evolution, and potential to distract from faith, though the Vatican once blessed the franchise for its themes of friendship, with many Christians finding it acceptable with parental guidance. 
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What does f mean in Pokémon?

F: Fighting Energy symbol. C: Colorless Energy symbol. D: Darkness Energy symbol. M: Metal Energy symbol. To prevent confusion, within card text itself, the symbols will be contained within brackets.
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What is episode 69 of Pokemon?

The Pi-Kahuna. S1, E69: When Ash wipes out during a surfing attempt, Victor rescues him and tells him about Humungadunga, a giant wave that sweeps through every 20 years; Ash and Pikachu try to give Victor the confidence he needs to catch the giant wave.
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Why did China ban Pokemon?

It's easy to see why China may think a game like Pokémon GO would be a danger to its population. Yet the real reason for the banning lies heavily on the access to geographical information, which is at the core of China's security policy.
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Do they swear in Pokemon?

Surge using mild English swear words such as "Damn". Obviously, these aren't used in the dub. Words like "Damn" and "Hell" occasionally appear in the Japanese version. Gee and gosh are used.
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What is the strongest Pokémon?

There's no single "strongest" Pokémon, as it depends on lore vs. gameplay, but Arceus, the creator god, is often considered the ultimate, followed by powerful legendaries like Mewtwo, Mega Rayquaza, and Ultra Necrozma, while competitive play often features dominant restricted Pokémon like Zacian (before nerfs) or Xerneas, and even non-legendaries like Incineroar have huge impacts. 
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Does Pokémon have 276 episodes?

At 276 episodes, this is the anime's longest series. This series also has the most seasons, with five.
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Are Pokémon based on real animals?

The Pokémon universe is made up of over 900 different weird and wonderful creatures. These are often based on plants, animals, and even mythological creatures from our own world. The connection between the game and the natural world started early.
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