Known as Pocket Monster Pikachu in Japan, this slightly updated version of the original Pokemon Game Boy games arrived in 1998. Although essentially the same game as Red/Green, the upgrade features limited color support, Pikachu voice samples and slight changes inspired by the cartoon show. The US localized version was released a year later in 1999 alongside a special edition Pokémon Game Boy Color/Pokémon Yellow. Though only available for less than a week in October, the game emerges as the #2 seller of the month before becoming #1 in November.

Pokemon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition - October 19, 1999
Pikachu takes the starring role in the latest edition of Nintendo's RPG series.

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Pokemon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition - October 7, 1999
First impressions, three video clips, and more than 30 new screens of the English version inside!

Nintendo DS: Pokemon 10-Year Retrospective - September 27, 2006
Happy anniversary to those Pocket Monsters. And here's to ten more.

Insider: The Barnburner: Vol. 2 - November 2, 2001
Nintendo Sports Games We'd Like to See

Nintendo 64: Pokémon Times Vol. 9 - February 28, 2000
This could be the start of a beautiful friendship. Pikaaaaaaa!

Nintendo 64: Pokémon Times Vol. 8 - February 14, 2000
Get organized! IGN64 takes a look at the Pokémon Lab mode.

ABC News Pokémon Chat Transcript - February 9, 2000
Find out what the people involved with the Pokémon franchise had to say about those Pocket Monsters.

Nintendo 64: Pokémon Times Vol. 7 - February 7, 2000
Time to enter the stadium. Find out what changes NOA has made to Pokémon Stadium's main mode.

The Pokémon Pokédex - October 13, 1999
We wrap our paws around Tiger Electronics' upcoming Christmas blockbuster.

More Pokemon for GBA - September 12, 2003
Gotta catch 'em all over again in two new versions of the RPG series.

Nintendo Celebrates Pokemoniversary - August 29, 2003
Pokemon is five years old in the States. That's, like, 35 in human years.

Now Available: Pokémon GS Limited Edition GBC - March 6, 2001
It's the Game Boy Color's last shout – Nintendo releases a new version of the color handheld.

Pokémon GS Strategy Guide Now Online - November 9, 2000
Our absolutely free guide will tell you everything: creature locations, types, strategies and more.

Pokémon Goes Platinum - October 23, 2000
In just a short week, the new Pokémon series has exceeded one million copies sold.

Pokémon Red, Blue, Yellow Strategy Guides Now Online - September 25, 2000
And we challenge you to find a more complete guide anywhere on the web, for free.

Pokémon GS to hit Kids' WB - April 5, 2000
The new animated series making the rounds in Japan will be a part of the Kids WB line-up.

Snag a Surfing Pikachu - March 7, 2000
The N64 Pokémon Stadium opens up the hidden surfing mode in Pokémon Yellow. Here's how.

Nintendo 64: Pokemon Stadium: The Full Lowdown - February 18, 2000
All the info you'd possibly want on Nintendo's monster battle extravaganza.

Networking Pokémon - December 16, 1999
Nintendo will put its characters online in a specially developed RPG for cellphone.

Inside Pokémon Stadium's GB Tower Mode - December 7, 1999
Want to play Pokémon Red/Blue or Yellow on your Nintendo 64? Here's how it works.

Hands-On Pokemon Gold & Silver - November 24, 1999
Nintendo's Game Boy Color Pokemon sequel is finally here. Initial impressions inside.

Pokémon Rules Supreme - November 23, 1999
The latest sales figures are here. Can you guess what games are in the lead?

Nintendo Pays Dues to Tortured Mothers - November 17, 1999
Is your mom the ultimate PokéMOM? Click here to find out how she can win a trip to NYC!

Mew on Black Friday - November 17, 1999
The most elusive of all Pokémon can be caught at Toys "R" Us next week.

Pokémon Toys at Burger King - November 2, 1999
The fast-food joint announces what you'll be able to catch with your fries and drink.

More on Pokémon PC - November 2, 1999
The Learning Company announces its first entry into the Pokémon market with two PC activity packs.

Pikachu on Top - November 1, 1999
Pokémon Yellow becomes Nintendo's fastest selling game in history.

Playing Pokémon on the N64 - October 28, 1999
In March 2000, you'll be able to play your Pokémon RPG on the Nintendo console. Find out how.

TV Guide Goes Pokémon - October 26, 1999
The new issues feature those popular Pocket Monsters in a four-cover spread.

The Pikachu Link - October 26, 1999
Japanese gamers will be able to connect their Game Boy systems with the help of the electric mouse.

The Pocket Pikachu Color - October 15, 1999
Coming soon in Japan: the update to the Pikachu virtual pet.

Nintendo On the Road - October 5, 1999
Gaming van coming soon to a city near you. Find out when Nintendo will stop by with games to play.

Lawyers: Not Always the Brightest Bunch - September 24, 1999
The lawfirm involved in the recent Pokémon lawsuit say, "Whoops! Never mind..."

Pokémon Today, Dental Visit Tomorrow - September 22, 1999
More licensing for Pikachu and Co.– this time, straight to the candy store.

Where There's Pokémon, There's Money - September 22, 1999
If you have a Pokémon addiction, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Pokémon Movie Preview - September 15, 1999
We've got the trailer, and a preview of the film that will be released in theaters November 12

Brand-Spanking New Pokémon Trailer - September 14, 1999
Will Mewtwo destroy Ash and Pikachu? We've got the dish here...it's just a click or two away.

Stupid Pokémon Yellow Fact - September 13, 1999
Check out how far we'll go to milk news on Nintendo's upcoming Pikachu Edition cartridge.

Pokémon Invade Burger King - September 10, 1999
Nintendo will announce a multi-million dollar Pokémon cross promotion with the fast food chain.

Pokémon Sequel on its Way - September 10, 1999
The movie isn't even out in theaters yet (in the US, anyway), but a follow up is on the burner.

Pikachu Down Under - August 31, 1999
Australia will get Pokémon Yellow almost two months before we Yanks do.

Eye on Pokemon Gold and Silver - August 27, 1999
Click here to get the latest information and screenshots on Nintendo's next Pokemon games.

Are You a Pokémon Master? - August 23, 1999
Brentwood releases a series of tapes that will make you a master of the Pokémon card game.

Pokémon visits IGNpocket - August 20, 1999
We had a visit from a very familiar Pokémon on wheels this morning. Pictures inside.

Pokemon Movie Blowout - August 19, 1999
IGN Sci-Fi has everything you need to know about Warner Brothers' new Pokemon movie.

Mmm...Crunchy Pokémon - August 17, 1999
Watch your cereal bowls – those pocket monsters are diving into Cap'n Crunch and Life boxes.

Burn, Pokémon, Burn! - August 16, 1999
According to a whacked-out minister in Colorado, the Pokémon are evil.

Wipe Out Fakemon - August 13, 1999
Nintendo has published an easy guide on how to identify fake Pokemon goods.

Calling All Trainers... - August 10, 1999
Kids' WB releases the trailer to the upcoming Pokémon movie, and you can download it right here.

Pokemusic a Hit - July 15, 1999
2.B.A. Master is rapidly ascending the Billboard charts.

Special Edition Pokemon GBC Revealed - July 14, 1999
Nintendo announces a special edition Game Boy Color / Pokemon Yellow bundle. Pictures inside.

Nintendo Goes After Fakemon - July 7, 1999
NOA announces a new campaign against Pokemon merchandise counterfeiters.

Pokemon Summer Training Tour Kicks Off - July 6, 1999
Find out how to go head-to-head with other Pokemaniacs, try out new games and get free stuff.