POKEMON YELLOW

Pokémon Yellow, officially titled Pokémon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition, was first released in Japan on September 12, 1998, for the Game Boy. It was developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo. Pokémon Yellow is a special edition that builds upon the mechanics of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue, which were released earlier for the Game Boy.

The game was inspired by the immense popularity of the Pokémon anime, and it gave players the opportunity to have Pikachu as their starter Pokémon, similar to how Ash Ketchum's Pikachu is a central figure in the show. This was a departure from the traditional choice of three starter Pokémon seen in Red and Blue.

Pokémon Yellow introduced several new features, including Pikachu following the player around on-screen, a feature that would later become a staple in future Pokémon games. Additionally, the game featured improved graphics, a more engaging storyline with some elements from the anime, and minor gameplay tweaks, such as new moves for certain Pokémon.

The game was a commercial success, selling over 14 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling Game Boy games of all time. It was later released in North America on October 18, 1999, and in Europe in 2000.

Pokémon Yellow is remembered fondly by fans for its nostalgic appeal, unique take on the series, and its connection to the beloved Pokémon anime. It remains a significant milestone in the Pokémon franchise’s journey to global fame.