Pokemon, short for "Pocket Monsters," is a popular franchise that was created by Satoshi Tajiri and Ken Sugimori in 1996. The concept of Pokemon revolves around fictional creatures called Pokemon, which humans known as Pokemon Trainers catch and train to battle each other for sport. The first generation of Pokemon games, Red and Blue, were released for the Game Boy in 1996. Since then, the franchise has expanded to include trading card games, animated TV shows, movies, merchandise, and countless video game sequels.
The world of Pokemon is set in various regions inhabited by different species of Pokemon. Players take on the role of a Pokemon Trainer who aims to become a Pokemon Master by capturing and training as many different types of Pokemon as possible.
With its engaging gameplay mechanics and lovable characters, Pokemon has captured the hearts of fans worldwide for over two decades. It continues to be a beloved franchise that appeals to fans of all ages.