Post by EUIPO - European Union Intellectual Property Office

Gotta catch ‘em all… and protect them!⚡✨ 30 years ago, the first Pokémon games were released, and with that, the first important decision of your childhood. Here are some facts about the franchise that you might not now: 🔹There are 122 games known to this day and 1025 pokémon. 🔹The word “Pokémon” comes from two different words, “Pocket” and “Monster”. 🔹Although the most popular pokémon may be Pikachu or Charizard, the first Pokémon that was created was Rhydon. 🔹Some Pokémon are based in real people, such as Hitmonchan or Hitmonlee, named after Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee. 🔹Pokémon is the highest-grossing video game franchise in the world, with over 489 million copies sold worldwide. 🔹There are more than 80 Pokémon themed trade mark registered at the EUIPO. From games to cards, movies to merchandise, its success proves that when imagination meets protection, legends are born.

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