Pokémon has been celebrating its 30th anniversary all year long, and that shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. Even this month alone, there's a mysterious countdown to something on November 30. Previous months have seen the release of the 30th Celebration set in the Pokémon TCG, an Adidas collaboration, and the releases of FireRed and LeafGreen for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. For most franchises, that might be it, but for Pokémon, that's barely scratching the surface.
And thanks to these collaborations, we're getting to see artists and designers put their own unique spins on beloved Pokémon. From plushes and shirts, to shoes and jewelry, the Pokémon of Gen 1 have been featured on a lot of merchandise throughout 2026. We've gotten Gengar gaming chairs, Mewtwo double-banded rings, and skateboard decks with fan-favorites like Eevee, Pikachu, and Gyarados.
As one of the most famous Pokémon from the Gen 1 era, Charizard has also gotten its fair share of merchandise for the 30th anniversary of the series, including its very own Adidas sneakers and a plush designed by Sean Wotherspoon. The ever-popular Fire-type was also featured on 30th Celebration cards, and is a core part of...
