Passion for Pokémon
We have a passion for Pokémon that drives us to understand the impact our brand has on teammates, fans, players, and communities.
The Pokémon Company International
About Us
Our Core Values
Dedicated to Quality
We take ownership of maintaining and promoting high standards, continuously seeking ways to learn and improve while encouraging and trusting others to do the same.
Challenging the Expected
We display curiosity and creativity and use these qualities to develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems, and identify unique opportunities.
Building Relationships
We think “team first,” developing and strengthening collaborative partnerships with all teammates—internal and external—to get things done quicker, smarter, and better.
Integrity and Respect
We treat people with respect and empathy to build an open and trusting environment.
Delighting Customers
We listen to our customers and stakeholders and do everything we can to deliver a unique Pokémon experience.
What we do
Pokémon Trading Card Game
For more than 20 years, the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) has remained extremely popular among players and collectors of all ages. The Pokémon TCG is available in 76 countries and 13 languages.
Video
Games
Pokémon video games continue to be loved all around the world. With more than 380 million video games sold worldwide, Pokémon is one of the most successful franchises of all time.
Animation
The Pokémon animated television series features more than 1,000 episodes spanning 25 seasons, and there are also 23 animated Pokémon movies as of 2022. Pokémon animation is licensed for broadcast and streaming in 177 countries and regions in over 30 languages.
Mobile
Apps
With the growth in popularity of smartphones and tablets around the world, Pokémon apps have become accessible to more and more people worldwide. Pokémon offers 14 apps that cater to Trainers of all ages and interests.
Pokémon
Center
Pokémon Center is the premier destination for official Pokémon merchandise in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. It offers high-quality products that are unique to the site, such as figures, imported plush, clothing, accessories, home decor, books, and more. Pokémon Center also features a variety of Pokémon TCG products, including exclusives.
Play!
Pokémon
Play! Pokémon events provide opportunities for Pokémon fans to enjoy their favorite games together—from casual Pokémon League gatherings to the competitive events that make up the Pokémon TCG and Video Game Championship Series. Whether you are new to Pokémon organized play or practicing to become the Pokémon World Champion, there are Play! Pokémon program events for every player.
Licensing
With robust and award-winning licensing programs spanning toys, apparel and accessories, designer collaborations, tech gear, home decor, and more, The Pokémon Company International gives broad global audiences many ways to engage with the Pokémon brand.
Pokémon Trading Card Game
For more than 20 years, the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) has remained extremely popular among players and collectors of all ages. The Pokémon TCG is available in 76 countries and 13 languages.
Animation
The Pokémon animated television series features more than 1,000 episodes spanning 25 seasons, and there are also 23 animated Pokémon movies as of 2022. Pokémon animation is licensed for broadcast and streaming in 177 countries and regions in over 30 languages.
Video
Games
Pokémon video games continue to be loved all around the world. With more than 380 million video games sold worldwide, Pokémon is one of the most successful franchises of all time.
Pokémon
Center
Pokémon Center is the premier destination for official Pokémon merchandise in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. It offers high-quality products that are unique to the site, such as figures, imported plush, clothing, accessories, home decor, books, and more. Pokémon Center also features a variety of Pokémon TCG products, including exclusives.
Mobile
Apps
With the growth in popularity of smartphones and tablets around the world, Pokémon apps have become accessible to more and more people worldwide. Pokémon offers 14 apps that cater to Trainers of all ages and interests.
Licensing
With robust and award-winning licensing programs spanning toys, apparel and accessories, designer collaborations, tech gear, home decor, and more, The Pokémon Company International gives broad global audiences many ways to engage with the Pokémon brand.
Play!
Pokémon
Play! Pokémon events provide opportunities for Pokémon fans to enjoy their favorite games together—from casual Pokémon League gatherings to the competitive events that make up the Pokémon TCG and Video Game Championship Series. Whether you are new to Pokémon organized play or practicing to become the Pokémon World Champion, there are Play! Pokémon program events for every player.
History Details
1996
Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green launch in Japan—Pokémon is here!
1998
Pokémon arrives in North America
Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue
Animated series premieres
1999
The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) debuts in North America and Europe
First animated movie release in US
2001
Pokémon USA established with office in NYC
First appearance of a Pikachu balloon in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
2003
Pokémon UK established with office in London
2004
First Pokémon TCG World Championships
2006
10th Anniversary Celebration
2007
Pokémon USA moves to Seattle
2009
Pokémon USA and Pokémon UK merge to form The Pokémon Company International
First year of combined VG and TCG World Championships
2011
Pokémon TCG Online launch
2013
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y become first core Pokémon video games to launch simultaneously around the world
2016
20th Anniversary Celebration
Pokémon GO
2019
First ever live-action Pokémon movie, POKÉMON Detective Pikachu
2021
25th Anniversary Celebration
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Our Partners
What people at TPCi are saying
Barry Sams
VP, Trading Card Game and Organized Play, April 2015
What Makes An Employee Successful On Your Team:
The primary attribute I look for in new candidates is a natural curiosity. The desire to learn, understand, and improve the responsibilities and impact of your role, team, and company. The passion to explore the Pokémon world from our employees and our fans is unique to anything I’ve experienced at any previous company.
