Pokémon: Still Catching ‘Em All
Pokémon is a rarity in the gaming world. Not only has it retained the fanbase it first garnered in 1996, but it continually brings in new players as well. What’s the secret behind this hit series’ momentum?
In 1998, Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue for the Game Boy sold millions of copies worldwide. In 2014, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire for the Nintendo 3DS sold millions of copies worldwide.
It’s gaming’s most predictable story outside of “Save the princess.” When Game Freak and Nintendo release a Pokémon game, fans of the series gobble it up like a Snorlax snacking on PokéPuffs.
So what’s the Pokémon series’ secret to longevity?
