Pokémon

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Gaming

The Latest Pokémon Game Is Worth Playing Even If You Never Enter Battle

By Robin Bea

A more peaceful way to play Pokémon.

screenshot from Palworld
Gaming

Nintendo’s ‘Palworld’ Lawsuit Reveals a Concerning Video Game Trend

By Robin Bea

Turns out Nintendo wasn’t bothered by those familiar monster designs after all.

Retrospective

Pokémon Stadium Was Ahead of Its Time

By Daniel Dockery

But 25 years later, Nintendo’s most ambitious Pokémon game can feel like a husk of its former self.

YOKOHAMA, JAPAN - AUGUST 14 : People in Pikachu costumes are seen during the Pokemon Parade in Minat...
Retrospective

It’s Been 25 Years Since ‘90s Kids Got Their Second Favorite Pokémon Game

By Mo Mozuch

This unexpected sequel kept Pokémon Fever running hot.

Pokémon Snap
Retrospective

25 Years Ago, One Pokémon Spinoff Redefined the Franchise

By Hayes Madsen

Point and shoot.

Detective Pikachu Returns
Gaming News

Pokémon Legends Z-A Could Take Inspiration From an Overlooked Spinoff

By Hayes Madsen

The bold new idea the series needs.

Slowpoke Island
Retrospective

Who Doesn’t Love a Mysterious Pokémon Island?

By Daniel Dockery

The Sevii Islands are still a shining example of this bizarre franchise tradition.

A Grizzbolt with a minigun
Guides

Where To Find Astegon, Faleris, and Orserk in 'Palworld'

By Mo Mozuch

A late-game wildlife sanctuary is home to a number of S-Tier pals.

Lamball, Chikipee, and Cattiva
Guides

‘Palworld’ Fusion Pal Breeding Combos and Starter Guide

By Mo Mozuch

Love is blind but it loves cake, apparently.

Haru hangs with Psyduck in Pokémon Concierge
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'Pokémon Concierge' Is the Healing Balm We Need to Wrap Up 2023

By Lyvie Scott

Netflix's four-part miniseries gives its Pokémon — and its audience — a much-needed vacation.