What is Pokémon Game?

The Pokémon games are all video games in the Pokémon franchise. All games in the standard style are considered the base, definitive canon for the Pokémon series. All other parts of Pokémon canon, including but not limited to the Pokémon anime, Pokémon manga, Pokémon Trading Card Game, and the Pokémon Trading Figure Game, are derived from the Pokémon world and concepts set forth in the games. There are currently 122 games known.

The games can be grouped into nine generations. The defining point of where a new generation begins is when a new core series Pokémon game is released with a large set of new Pokémon in its Pokédex.

• First release: Pocket Monsters Red and Green (Japan); February 27, 1996

• Publishers: Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, Niantic, Inc., MORE

• Designers: Nintendo, Satoshi Tajiri, Ken Sugimori, Junichi Masuda, MORE

• Developers: Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, MORE

• Genre(s): Role-playing

• Latest release: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet; November 18, 2022

Where to Buy Old & New Pokemon Games?

1.GameStop 

GameStop is the go-to place for all gamers.Of course, they carry Pokémon cards and have a wide variety of related merchandise as well, but since they are so popular for games, GameStop might also be one of the first to be sold out when new cards are released.

You can earch the huge selection of new and used video games at fantastic prices at GameStop. And Some of their online merchandise include the Sword and Shield Vivid Voltage Booster Pack, V-UNION Special Collection, Dragonite V or Hoopa V Box, Sword and Shield Evolving Skies Sleeved Booster Pack, and much more.

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2. Pokemon Center

PokemonCenter.com is the official online store for Pokémon Center merchandise, focusing on unique designs and high quality products for all ages. Whether you are a player, collector, parent, professor, or fan, they strive to offer items featuring a wide range of Pokémon to allow you to express yourself.

Backpacks, purses, plushies, clothing, figures, pins,  Pokemon Games,you name it, Pokemon Center has the best selection of fan-favorite accessories. You can grab stylized drinkware and coffee mugs, wall art, and even garden statues. Currently, there are quite a few things sold out, or out of stock, so if there’s something specific you want, you may need to keep checking back!

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PayPal,Credit Card, Visa and so on

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3.ebay 

eBay is a hit and miss.Their inventory totally depends on whatever individual sellers put on the market. On the plus side, though, a lot of exclusive, limited editions can be found for collectors.You can also find sets of cards for really good prices from people who want to get rid of their collections that they no longer want.

And you can get the best deals on Pokémon Bundle In Video Games and expand your gaming library with the largest online selection at eBay.com. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at eBay.com. Fast & Free shipping on many items!

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4.Best Buy

Though Best Buy is mostly known for their electronics options, Best Buy is the place for a wide array of Pokemon cards, toys and collectibles, video games and much more. You can shop for many pokemon games at Best Buy. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or in-store pick-up.

On the Best Buy website, there are also a lot of options for Pokémon cards , such as the Celebrations Collections Box, VSTAR Special Collection, Evolving Skies Sleeved Booster, Fusion Strikes Sleeved Booster, Fusion Strike Elite Trainer Box, and much more.

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Best Buy gift card,Paypal,Visa,Mastercard,American Express

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5.Walmart

Walmart, one of the U.S.’s most popular stores, sells multiple options for Pokemon such

as Pokemon trading cards, Pokemon plush,  Pokemon toys, Pokemon party supplies, Pokemon apparel, Pokemon home decor and Pokemon video games

Online, customers can purchase packs of three random booster cards, assorted cards with a collectible tin, any series of 50 single cards, Champions Path Charizard special gold cards, Darkness Blaze packs, and even individual high-demand cards as well. Check if the cards or game you order come directly from Walmart or a third-party seller.If they come from a third party, there is a chance that the cards will not be in mint condition.

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Paypa,Visa,Mastercard,American Express and walmart gift card

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6.Nintendo

Buy digital games here and download them directly to your Nintendo Switch system (no code required)! Plus, shop physical games, sales, new releases, and more.Whether you’re new to the series or a seasoned Pokémon Trainer, there are plenty of great games to discover.

In July 2016, Niantic and Nintendo released a free-to-play augmented reality game titled Pokémon Go which was released for Android and iOS devices.

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Paypal,Visa,Mastercard ect..

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7.Amazon

You can find almost anything on Amazon.Likewise, there is a lot of Pokémon merchandise including collectors’ cards and games.You can buy directly from Amazon or a third-party reseller who is selling through Amazon.

 Pokémon Costumes,Toys,Pokemon cards, Random collectibles, figurines and  Pokémon games. Check. It’s probably no surprise that Amazon has a great selection of Pokemon gear, but their inventory of toys is unmatched. From plushies and proper stuffed animals to a Pokemon carry case and full playset, there’s a lot to discover.

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Visa,Mastercard,American Express and Amazon giftcard

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• Up to 40% off Pokémon games;

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8.Retro Gaming Stores

Here at Retro Gaming Stores they love video games... Especially the classics!  Here they have put together all the great Pokemon Games for sale. They've curated this selection for people that just want to play the game and enjoy the awesomeness of the Pokemon games of yesteryear that are no longer produced. 

So if you want to see what Pokemon Games you can still play on your Gameboy Color, your Gameboy Advance, and even your Nintendo DS, then check out below of all the Pokemon Games that you thought were lost forever. Now relive the old Pokemon from times past and see what started the legacy of such an addictive set of games.

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9.DKOldies

DKOldies is a retro video game online store located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania specializing in original Nintendo N64, GameCube, Wii, Pokemon Games and more original game systems and accessories from the 80's and 90's. 

You can buy used Pokemon Games, original game systems and old school gaming accessories at the largest family run retro video game online store. Shop all our vintage 100% authentic products, with a free 1 year warranty.

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Major credit cards, money orders, Paypal and Google Checkout.

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•  5% military discount with valid proof of military ID;
  

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10.Sam's Club

Sam’s club is a membership site that sells pretty much everything under the sink.If you have a Sam’s club membership, you pretty much get cash rewards, shipping that’s free on items, and you can get other cool savings.

They also do sell Pokémon games, cards, Figures, Toys and Collectibles.These are mostly tins, and they are kind of rare and sell out fast, but it’s good to check their stock regularly since they do offer lots of deals.You also will find it cheaper on Sam’s club’s sites than you probably would otherwise.They may have these in the stores too, so if you live by one and got a membership, you can check this out.

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• Up to 50% off Pokémon games.

• 2% Sam’s Cash On qualifying purchases,up to $500/year.

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What Are Pokemon Games Series?

In most core series games, the player journies through a specific region to catch and raise Pokémon, battle Trainers, fight crime, and earn recognition (usually by collecting Badges from Gym Leaders) until they are acknowledged as the strongest Trainer. Official materials will generally maintain which games are considered part of the core series.

Spin-off games give players various options in the way they both obtain and make use of Pokémon.

The nest is the List of Pokémon games:

Core series

Side series

Gen	Game	Platform	Release Date
I	ポケモンスタジアム Pokémon Stadium		August 1, 1998 Japan
	Pokémon Stadium		April 30, 1999* Japan
			February 29, 2000 North American
			March 23, 2000 Australia
			April 7, 2000 Europe
		+ Expansion Pack	2024 Worldwide
II	Pokémon Stadium 2		December 14, 2000* Japan
			March 26, 2001 North American
			2001 Australia
			October 10, 2001 Europe
			2024 Worldwide
III	Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire		May 30, 2003 Japan
			July 11, 2004 North American
			July 16, 2004 Australia
			May 14, 2004 Europe
	Pokémon Colosseum		November 21, 2003 Japan
			March 22, 2004 North American
			June 24, 2004 Australia
			May 14, 2004 Europe
	Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness		August 4, 2005 Japan
			October 3, 2005 North American
			November 10, 2005 Australia
			November 18, 2005 Europe
IV	Pokémon Battle Revolution		December 14, 2006 Japan
			June 25, 2007 North America
			November 22, 2007 Australia
			December 7, 2007 Europe
			July 12, 2008 Taiwan
	My Pokémon Ranch		March 25, 2008 Japan
			June 9, 2008 North America
			July 4, 2008 Australia & Europe
V	Pokémon Dream World	Web	Initial launch September 18, 2010 Second launch October 13, 2010 Japan
			April 13, 2011 Worldwide
	Pokémon Dream Radar		June 23, 2012 Japan
			October 7, 2012 North America
			October 11, 2012 Australia
			October 12, 2012 Europe
			November 8, 2012 South Korea
VI	Pokémon Bank & Poké Transporter		Initial launch December 25, 2013 Second launch January 22, 2014 Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, & Hong Kong
VII			February 4, 2014 Europe, Australia, & New Zealand
			February 5, 2014 The Americas
VIII	Pokémon HOME		February 12, 2020 Worldwide

Spin-off Pokémon games

Pikachu series

PokéPark series

TCG video games

Gen	Game	Platform	Release Date
I	Pokémon Trading Card Game		December 18, 1998 Japan
			April 7, 2000 Australia
			April 10, 2000 North America
			December 15, 2000 Europe
			July 10, 2014 Europe
			July 11, 2014 Australia
			November 13, 2014 North America
II	ポケモンカードＧＢ２ ＧＲ団参上! Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!		March 28, 2001 Japan

I	Pokémon Play It!		1999 Europe
			February 2000 North America
	Pokémon Play It! Version 2		2000 Europe & North America
IV	ポケモンカードOnline Pokémon Card Game Online	Web	November 20, 2009 Japan
V	Pokémon Trading Card Game Online	Web	March 24, 2011 Worldwide
			May 15, 2012 Europe
			November 5, 2012 Worldwide
			September 30, 2014 Worldwide
		Tablets only	April 7, 2016 Worldwide
	ポケモンカードゲーム あそびかたDS Pokémon Card Game: How to Play DS		August 5, 2011 Japan
VIII	Pokémon Trading Card Game Live		Coming Soon Worldwid

FAQs

1.Can you buy Pokémon games on PC?

Many of us would wish to play Pokémon on our PC. Unfortunately, these games are not directly available on the windows play Store. However, you can play Pokémon games on PC using an emulator. These are a variety of Pokémon emulators offering multiple gaming features for users.

2.Is there a Pokémon game where you can catch all Pokémon?

Pokemon Legends: Arceus is the only Pokemon game that actually requires players to fill out the Pokedex in order to complete the main story.

3.Can you still play old Pokémon games?

Despite that, the good news is, you can emulate the Nintendo 3DS on Android. So, yes, it's possible to emulate newer games like Pokémon X and Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, and Sun and Moon on Android.

4.Can you buy old Pokémon games on Switch?

Generation 1 and Generation 2 are available on the eshop for download. You can even buy a physical box reminiscent of the old Game Boy boxes though these only contain a download code.

5.Can you play all Pokemon on Switch?

There are so many fun Pokémon games on Nintendo Switch right now. Whether you're looking for a core RPG, a challenging spinoff, a simple puzzle game, or a fun DLC, this list of every Pokémon game for the Switch is here to meet your needs.

6.How to get original Pokémon games?

For now, the best way to enjoy these classics is to download an emulator, fire up the 3DS Virtual Console, or simply go on the hunt for a Game Boy or Game Boy Advance.

7.Are old Pokémon games worth anything?

Over the years support for the franchise has not dwindled, and the games have continued to hold their value. More than that, as copies of the older games have become increasingly hard to come by, factory-sealed units are known to fetch a pretty penny on auction sites.

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