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Did Nintendo Create Pokemon?

Did Nintendo Create Pokemon?
Diego Kafie

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Have you ever wondered who brought the colorful world of Pokemon into our lives? It’s a question that piques the curiosity of many. Did Nintendo create Pokemon, or is there more to the story?

Let’s dive into this question and discover the origins of Pokemon together.

Who Really Created Pokemon?

No, Nintendo did not single-handedly create Pokemon. The truth is a bit more collaborative. Pokemon was created by Satoshi Tajiri and Ken Sugimori, who were part of a company called Game Freak. But don’t worry, Nintendo still plays a huge role in the world of Pokemon.

Game Freak developed the original Pokemon games, which Nintendo later published for their Game Boy system in the 1990s. This partnership brought Pokemon to gamers around the world, making it the massive success it is today. So, while Nintendo didn’t create Pokemon on its own, it was instrumental in bringing it to life and making it a household name.

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