Entity: POKEMON
Pokémon is a popular media franchise that includes video games, animated series, movies, trading card games, and more, revolving around fictional creatures called Pokémon and their trainers.
POKÉMON
Etymology
The term "Pokémon" is a romanized contraction of the Japanese brand "Pocket Monsters" (ポケットモンスター).
Definition
Pokémon is a multimedia franchise that encompasses video games, animated series, movies, trading card games, and various merchandise. It features fictional creatures known as Pokémon that trainers catch and train to battle each other.
Historical Context
Pokémon originated in Japan in 1996 as a video game for Game Boy and quickly expanded into a global phenomenon with an anime series, movies, and a trading card game.
Cultural Significance
Pokémon has had a significant impact on popular culture, influencing various media and merchandise, creating a dedicated fanbase, and evolving into a competitive gaming scene.
Related Concepts
Pokémon has inspired various spin-offs, such as mobile games, augmented reality apps, and merchandise, expanding its reach beyond traditional media.
See Also
A multimedia franchise centered around fictional creatures called Pokémon, involving video games, animated series, movies, trading card games, and various merchandise.