Pokemon Generations

Journey through Pokemon history. From the original 151 in Kanto to the latest adventures in Paldea.

I

Generation I

Kanto1996151 Pokemon

The original 151 Pokémon that started it all. Set in the Kanto region, this generation introduced the world to Pokémon through Red, Blue, and Yellow versions.

Starters:
bulbasaurcharmandersquirtle
II

Generation II

Johto1999100 Pokemon

Expanded the Pokémon world with 100 new species in the Johto region. Introduced breeding, day/night cycles, and held items.

Starters:
chikoritacyndaquiltotodile
III

Generation III

Hoenn2002135 Pokemon

Set in the tropical Hoenn region with 135 new Pokémon. Introduced abilities, natures, and double battles.

Starters:
treeckotorchicmudkip
IV

Generation IV

Sinnoh2006107 Pokemon

Explored the Sinnoh region with 107 new Pokémon. Introduced the physical/special split and online trading.

Starters:
turtwigchimcharpiplup
V

Generation V

Unova2010156 Pokemon

Unova region brought 156 new Pokémon - the most of any generation. Featured an entirely new Pokédex and animated sprites.

Starters:
snivytepigoshawott
VI

Generation VI

Kalos201372 Pokemon

Kalos region introduced 72 new Pokémon and the Fairy type. First generation with full 3D graphics and Mega Evolution.

Starters:
chespinfennekinfroakie
VII

Generation VII

Alola201688 Pokemon

Alola region added 88 new Pokémon with a Hawaiian theme. Introduced regional forms, Z-Moves, and Ultra Beasts.

Starters:
rowletlittenpopplio
VIII

Generation VIII

Galar201996 Pokemon

Galar region brought 96 new Pokémon with British inspiration. Introduced Dynamax, Gigantamax, and the Wild Area.

Starters:
grookeyscorbunnysobble
IX

Generation IX

Paldea2022120 Pokemon

Paldea region features 120 new Pokémon in an open-world setting. Introduced Terastallization and seamless multiplayer.

Starters:
sprigatitofuecocoquaxly
9
Generations
9
Regions
28+
Years of Pokemon
1000+
Pokemon Species