This theory "justifies" Pikachu's presence in the Viridian Forest in the early Pokémon games by a terrible real-world ...

Pikachu was also a lot bolder thanks to his yellow body and bright red cheeks. Pikachu was deemed more popular and recognizable when the anime aired, making Pikachu the official mascot.

Pikachu darted onto the scene with the 1996 release of Pokemon Red and Blue games, which arrived in North America and Europe in 1998 and swiftly became an emblematic figure for the brand.

If you know anything about the Pokemon franchise, you've probably seen the adorable yellow creature we all know as Pikachu. Released in 1996 with Pokemon Red and Blue (1998 in Europe), the ...

If you thought it was strange that the funny Pikachu appeared as a wild Pokémon in the Viridian Forest in Pokémon Red and Blue, you’re not alone. One theory suggests that these cheerful ...