Yet, things aren’t as peachy as they could be when it comes to the video games, specifically the mainline series. With identifiable iconography on par with Mickey Mouse and Super Mario, Pikachu has ushered in an era of pop culture that defined a generation.Īs the series reaches its 25th anniversary this year, fans look back at everything Pikachu and its colorful companions have accomplished over their lifespans many embarked on their own journeys with their starter companions in the main games, united together to catch them all in Pokémon GO, and watched Ash Ketchum’s journey from novice to champion over the span of 20 years. Known as the highest-grossing media franchise of all time, this well-known RPG is a juggernaut both in and out of the gaming industry. Pokémon: a name familiar to all and loved by many.