Why is Pokémon only on Nintendo?

Nintendo games are exclusive because their games can't be played on any other third-party platforms. If they released their games on all systems, it would diminish the value of the systems they try to sell because video game consoles are fundamentally about the games you can play on them.

Are Pokémon games only available on Nintendo?

Most Pokémon video games have been developed exclusively for Nintendo handhelds, video game consoles, dating from the Game Boy to the current generation of video game consoles.

Will Pokémon ever be on other consoles?

In a recent interview with Game Informer, Game Freak (the developer behind Pokemon) thought it was necessary to go on record to state that Pokemon is unlikely to be heading to any platforms not created by Nintendo.

Why is Pokémon not on other consoles?

Game Freak shares the copyright to Pokemon with Nintendo and Creatures. But the trademark is only owned by Nintendo. So Pokemon is completely out of the question unless Nintendo agrees to let it off Nintendo systems.

Will Pokémon ever come to Xbox or PlayStation?

No. Console releases outside of Switch have not been announced, and nothing in the game indicates future Xbox or PlayStation support being planned. It's also worth mentioning that Pokemon is Nintendo's baby, and they're not going to let an opportunity this big get taken by their competitors.

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Is Pokemon coming out for PS5?

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are launching on November 19, 2021. There is no Pokemon Shining Pearl and Brilliant Diamond PlayStation release date for PS5 and PS4, as both Gen 4 remakes are Nintendo Switch exclusives.

Will Pokemon come to PS4?

As of this writing, Pokemon Unite has not been announced for release on either PS5 or PS4. This shouldn't come as a surprise either as Pokemon is one of Nintendo's biggest exclusive franchises. To date, there have been no Pokemon games released on PlayStation and that probably won't change with Pokemon Unite either.

Will Pokemon ever come to Xbox?

Nexomon is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5 and Nintendo Switch.

Can the Pokemon company leave Nintendo?

Well, the short answer is that no, Pokemon games won't be going to other consoles and will stay exclusive to Nintendo.

Why are there no Pokemon games for PC?

However, there has never been an official release of Pokemon games on PC. Due to Nintendo's tradition, gamers have to look for other ways to play their favorite titles on computers. Enter the world of emulation, which Nintendo itself heavily dislikes.

Is Pokemon considered an RPG?

To begin with, RPG stands for “role-playing game,” a gaming genre in which the player controls a character on a journey through a fully realized world. As is typical of the genre, the Pokémon RPGs feature involved stories and loads of exploration.

How can I play Pokemon games on my PC?

You'll need to download a separate emulator for each game console you want to simulate on your PC. For Pokémon, this includes Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, and Nintendo DS. You can also play ROMs online using an online emulator without downloading anything at all.

Will the old Pokemon games come to Switch?

Pokémon's very first open-world Gen is coming to Nintendo Switch. It will release sometime in "late 2022."

Is Pokemon Emerald on Switch?

At this time, there is no sign of Pokemon Emerald being ported or remade on Nintendo Switch. There have been various rumors and leaks over the years that suggest that something might be in the works for Pokemon Emerald.

Did Nintendo buy Pokemon?

But Pokémon isn't made or even owned by Nintendo. The company that owns and operates the franchise is actually named "The Pokémon Company." It's a joint venture between Nintendo, Game Freak (a game developer which makes most of the Pokémon games) and Creatures (a game developer which makes some of the Pokémon games).

How much of Pokemon does Nintendo own?

Nintendo owns a 32% stake in The Pokémon Company, while the other two companies own the remaining amount.

Will there be a Pokemon Gen 9?

The Pokémon Company finished off last night's Pokémon Presents by announcing their new Gen 9 games Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, which will launch worldwide with a release in late 2022.

Can you play Pokemon sword on PS4?

Developer Crema has plans to release it on Nintendo Switch, PS4 and Xbox One at a later date in 2020.

Can you play Pokemon on Xbox S?

More importantly, do you have the right console? While Pokemon will likely never be playable on a non-Nintendo console (mobile games like Pokemon GO notwithstanding), one indie developer is trying to bring the Pokemon experience over to PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Well, within the limits of copyright, that is.

What console is sword and shield on?

Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield are 2019 role-playing video games developed by Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch.

Will there be a Pokémon game in 2021?

The big mainline Pokémon video games of 2021 are Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, which are Nintendo Switch remakes of the Sinnoh games. Very little footage from the games has been revealed so far, but they appear to be straight remakes of Pokémon Diamond & Pearl.