Pokémon's 30th anniversary has been anything but predictable, and throughout 2026, the franchise has celebrated with a dizzying assortment of releases. These include a stunning gold Pikachu statue, an extensive Adidas crossover featuring fan-favorite Pokémon, and even a ColourPop makeup collection inspired by the adorable and beloved Eeveelutions.
From fashion and cosmetics to premium collectibles, the anniversary has seen plenty of surprises beyond the games and trading cards that built the franchise, though there was no shortage of TCG and video game announcements either. That said, with the year still underway, Pokémon clearly isn't finished finding new ways to celebrate.
For all those unusual collaborations, there's something especially appealing about revisiting the adventure that started it all. Three decades ago, Pokémon Red and Green introduced Japanese players to the Kanto region, setting the foundation for a phenomenon that would span across generations. Now, the franchise has announced another unexpected anniversary release inspired directly by those original games, putting its earliest adventures back in the spotlight in a way few fans could have predicted.
Pokémon is officially returning to where it all began with two unexpected 30th anniversary releases inspired by the original Pokémon Red and Green games. In...
