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The Origin Of Pokemon

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June 15, 2022

Pokemon is the biggest video game franchise ever. Its all-ages appeal, collectability, and colorful characters have made it a worldwide phenomenon for decades with no signs of slowing down. It’s spawned movies, a long-running anime series, a trading card game, and an uncountable level of merchandise.

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