5 Reasons Why Pokémon Is Great for Every Age
Today, Feb. 27, is National Pokémon Day.
This iconic game has been a huge part of many people's lives for decades. As of 2025, there are more than 1,000 Pokémon in the official PokéDex, and there are 27 seasons to watch in the television series that is still currently in production.
Honestly, it's a dream come true for passionate fans to witness their fandom flourish after so many years. And there is a reason why it's so beloved—it's great for all ages and doesn't isolate itself to one demographic.
In honor of the Pokémon celebration, we've gathered the five main reasons why we think it has such a long-living legacy.
You Can Pick and Choose Your Media From the Franchise
Pokémon has grown from a trading card game and television series to something much bigger. Now, you can find video games, apps, manga and more to dive into the lore and interact with your favorite characters. Some games are more challenging, making them more suitable for older audiences. Meanwhile, other content is pretty simple, acting as a great entry way for new fans.
No matter where you are in your Pokémon adventure, you can easily curate your experience to suit your tastes and needs.
It's a Fun Way to Socialize and Build Community
If you were lucky enough to witness the early Pokémon craze, you will understand how enjoyable it was to trade cards with your friends. Honestly, you probably met people you'd never expect searching for that one Pokémon you could never find. Years later, social media has offered us an even simpler way to connect with other players. It's always fun to discuss something with others. Plus, you can always search for even more niches within the fandom, like age and gender, to find the most compatible players.
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You Understand the Storylines Differently as an Adult
Pokémon is a lot of fun to watch as a kid for the vibrant colors and action scenes, but as an adult, you get to understand the lore more deeply. You might realize there were darker undertones to some of the series that acted as an allegory for real-life conflict. Because of this, it's perfect to rewatch when you get older to see what you didn't pick up on when you're were a child.
You Learn More Logic and Strategy as You Get Older
In childhood, you're really just learning the ropes of life. Naturally, you won't be that good when you're playing games and attempting strategy. When you play as an adult, you'll have a much easier time figuring out the rules and gameplay. It makes it even more fun because you can get more creative with your play style.
It's Nostalgic for Longtime Fans
One thing we cannot resist is leaning into nostalgia. Revisiting old media we loved in our youth is one surefire way to feel it. It's bittersweet, but we always like to remember how much joy we've had in our lives. Thankfully, for all the aforementioned reasons, we will always be entertained when we come back to Pokémon.
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