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Pokémon Surpasses $100 Billion, Celebrates Generational Connections

2/6/2026

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Pokémon has become the highest-grossing entertainment franchise, surpassing $100 billion in revenue.
It began as an indie project in 1996, created by Satoshi Tajiri in Japan.
It faced skepticism at first but gained popularity through unique gameplay that encouraged social interaction.
Pokémon Go, released in 2016, connected millions in real-world environments and accelerated the franchise's growth.
Today it is celebrated for themes of friendship and connection across generations.

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Story summary

Pokémon has become the highest-grossing entertainment franchise, surpassing $100 billion in revenue.
It began as an indie project in 1996, created by Satoshi Tajiri in Japan.
It faced skepticism at first but gained popularity through unique gameplay that encouraged social interaction.
Pokémon Go, released in 2016, connected millions in real-world environments and accelerated the franchise's growth.
Today it is celebrated for themes of friendship and connection across generations.