79 Pokémon trivia questions

Questions on the Pokémon games and regions, first partner Pokémon, types and evolutions, and the animated series and films, each marked easy, medium or hard. Pick a section for a quiz round or print the whole set with answers; this is an independent quiz, not connected with The Pokémon Company.

Updated 27 Sept 2026 · 79 questions

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The games and regions

On which handheld system did the first Pokémon games launch?
easy
Answer
The Game Boy.
Red and Green came out for the Game Boy in Japan.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://corporate.pokemon.co.jp/en/aboutus/history/
In Japan, the first Pokémon games were Red and which other color?
medium
Answer
Green.
Outside Japan they were released as Red and Blue.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
In what year were the first Pokémon games released in Japan?
easy
Answer
1996.
They reached North America in 1998.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
Which studio develops the main Pokémon games?
medium
Answer
Game Freak.
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company publish them.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
Who created Pokémon?
medium
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Satoshi Tajiri.
Ken Sugimori assisted him.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
Which three companies set up the company that became The Pokémon Company?
hard
Answer
Nintendo, Creatures and Game Freak.
It began in April 1998 as Pokémon Center Co., Ltd.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://corporate.pokemon.co.jp/en/aboutus/history/
In what year did Pokémon Center Co., Ltd. change its name to The Pokémon Company?
hard
Answer
2000.
The change came in October 2000.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://corporate.pokemon.co.jp/en/aboutus/history/
In which region are Pokémon Red and Blue set?
easy
Answer
Kanto.
The player travels Kanto to become Champion.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Red,_Blue,_and_Yellow?oldid=1375240446
In which town does the player start Pokémon Red and Blue?
easy
Answer
Pallet Town.
Pallet Town is the player's hometown in Kanto.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Red,_Blue,_and_Yellow?oldid=1375240446
Which professor gives the player a first Pokémon in Red and Blue?
easy
Answer
Professor Oak.
His full name is Professor Samuel Oak.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Red,_Blue,_and_Yellow?oldid=1375240446
How many Pokémon are there to collect in Red and Blue?
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151.
The original Pokédex ends with Mew at number 151.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Red,_Blue,_and_Yellow?oldid=1375240446
What did players need to trade Pokémon between two Game Boys?
medium
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A Game Link Cable.
Trading between versions was needed to catch them all.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Red,_Blue,_and_Yellow?oldid=1375240446
In which region are Pokémon Gold and Silver set?
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Johto.
Johto lies west of Kanto.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver?oldid=1375477872
Pokémon Gold and Silver were made for which handheld?
medium
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The Game Boy Color.
They were released in Japan in 1999.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver?oldid=1375477872
In which region are Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire set?
medium
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Hoenn.
Hoenn was designed after the Japanese island of Kyushu.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby_and_Sapphire?oldid=1373499533
Which battle style first appeared in Ruby and Sapphire?
hard
Answer
Double battles.
Two Pokémon could fight on each side at once.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby_and_Sapphire?oldid=1373499533
In which region are Pokémon Diamond and Pearl set?
medium
Answer
Sinnoh.
Sinnoh is based on the Japanese island of Hokkaido.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Diamond_and_Pearl?oldid=1376910208
In which region are Pokémon Black and White set?
medium
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Unova.
They were released on the Nintendo DS.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
Which were the first Pokémon games released worldwide at the same time?
medium
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Pokémon X and Y.
They launched around the world in October 2013.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_X_and_Y?oldid=1374374459
Which new Pokémon type was introduced in X and Y?
hard
Answer
Fairy.
X and Y also introduced Mega Evolution.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_X_and_Y?oldid=1374374459
In which region, based on Hawaii, are Pokémon Sun and Moon set?
medium
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Alola.
The goal of the games is to complete the island challenge.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Sun_and_Moon?oldid=1374374483
In which region are Pokémon Sword and Shield set?
medium
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Galar.
Sword and Shield were released for the Nintendo Switch in 2019.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
What Sword and Shield feature makes a Pokémon grow to a giant size in battle?
medium
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Dynamax.
Gigantamax is a special form of the same feature.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Sword_and_Shield?oldid=1375632475
In which region are Pokémon Scarlet and Violet set?
easy
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Paldea.
Paldea is based on the Iberian Peninsula.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Scarlet_and_Violet?oldid=1376064830
What was new about the world of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?
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It is open world.
Earlier games did not have an open world.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Scarlet_and_Violet?oldid=1376064830
Which two Legendary Pokémon star in Scarlet and Violet?
medium
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Koraidon and Miraidon.
One appears on each version's cover.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Scarlet_and_Violet?oldid=1376064830
In which city is Pokémon Legends: Z-A set?
medium
Answer
Lumiose City.
Lumiose City is in the Kalos region from X and Y.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/
Which 2016 mobile game uses GPS so players catch Pokémon in the real world?
medium
Answer
Pokémon Go.
Players explore their neighborhood to find Pokémon.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Go?oldid=1376919232
Which classic region do Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! take you back to?
medium
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Kanto.
They remake the original adventure for Nintendo Switch.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://pokemonletsgo.pokemon.com/en-us/
Which tenth-generation Pokémon games were announced in February 2026?
hard
Answer
Pokémon Winds and Waves.
They were announced for Nintendo Switch 2 with a 2027 release year.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
In which year was the first official Pokémon World Championships held?
medium
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2009.
The Pokémon Company lists it as the first official tournament.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://corporate.pokemon.co.jp/en/aboutus/history/
What is the name of the in-game encyclopedia that records the Pokémon you see and catch?
easy
Answer
The Pokédex.
Completing it is one of the goals of every game.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://parents.pokemon.com/en-us/video-games-and-apps/
Who leads Team Rocket in the games?
medium
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Giovanni.
He disappears after being defeated in the original games.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Team_Rocket?oldid=1373317757

First partner Pokémon

Which three Pokémon can you choose from at the start of Red and Blue?
easy
Answer
Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Charmander.
Your rival picks the one that is strong against yours.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Red,_Blue,_and_Yellow?oldid=1375240446
In the main games, the first partner Pokémon you choose from are of which three types?
easy
Answer
Grass, Fire or Water.
You pick one of the three at the start of your journey.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://parents.pokemon.com/en-us/video-games-and-apps/
Which three starters are offered in Gold and Silver?
medium
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Chikorita, Cyndaquil and Totodile.
Professor Elm gives the player the choice.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver?oldid=1375477872
Which professor gives out the starters in Gold and Silver?
hard
Answer
Professor Elm.
He is Johto's local Pokémon scientist.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver?oldid=1375477872
Which three starters are offered in Ruby and Sapphire?
medium
Answer
Treecko, Torchic and Mudkip.
You pick one to save Professor Birch from a wild Pokémon.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby_and_Sapphire?oldid=1373499533
Which three starters are offered in Diamond and Pearl?
medium
Answer
Turtwig, Chimchar and Piplup.
They are Grass, Fire and Water types.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Diamond_and_Pearl?oldid=1376910208
Which three starters are offered in Black and White?
medium
Answer
Snivy, Tepig and Oshawott.
Professor Juniper gives them to the player.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Black_and_White?oldid=1375458028
Which Grass-type Pokémon is one of the three starters in X and Y?
hard
Answer
Chespin.
The other two are Fennekin and Froakie.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
Which three starters are offered in Sun and Moon?
medium
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Rowlet, Litten and Popplio.
They are the seventh generation's first partners.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Sun_and_Moon?oldid=1374374483
Which three starters are offered in Sword and Shield?
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Grookey, Scorbunny and Sobble.
Champion Leon gives the player the choice.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Sword_and_Shield?oldid=1375632475
Which three starters are offered in Scarlet and Violet?
easy
Answer
Sprigatito, Fuecoco and Quaxly.
They are the ninth generation's first partners.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Scarlet_and_Violet?oldid=1376064830
Which three first partners can you choose in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
medium
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Chikorita, Tepig and Totodile.
Chikorita and Totodile first appeared in Gold and Silver, Tepig in Black and White.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/story-world/pokemon
What are Bulbasaur's two types?
easy
Answer
Grass and Poison.
Bulbasaur is one of the three Kanto starters.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulbasaur?oldid=1375457619
What grows on Bulbasaur's back?
easy
Answer
A plant bulb.
Bulbasaur is a green creature similar to a dinosaur and a frog.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulbasaur?oldid=1375457619
Charmander evolves into which Pokémon before it becomes Charizard?
medium
Answer
Charmeleon.
Charizard is Charmander's final evolution.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charizard?oldid=1375509726
Which Pokémon is number 0001 in the National Pokédex?
medium
Answer
Bulbasaur.
The last Pokémon of the first generation, Mew, is number 0151.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_generation_I_Pok%C3%A9mon?oldid=1376618210
Which Pokémon is number 0151, the last of the first generation?
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Mew.
Generation I has 151 Pokémon.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_generation_I_Pok%C3%A9mon?oldid=1376618210

Types and evolutions

What type is Pikachu?
easy
Answer
Electric.
Its cheeks store electricity.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pikachu?oldid=1376110365
Which item makes Pikachu evolve into Raichu?
medium
Answer
A Thunder Stone.
Pikachu evolves when it is exposed to the stone.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pikachu?oldid=1376110365
Which baby Pokémon evolves into Pikachu?
medium
Answer
Pichu.
Pichu was added in Gold and Silver.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pikachu?oldid=1376110365
Into how many different Pokémon can Eevee evolve?
medium
Answer
Eight.
Its evolutions are nicknamed Eeveelutions.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eevee?oldid=1371512473
Which three Eevee evolutions were in the original Red and Blue?
medium
Answer
Vaporeon, Jolteon and Flareon.
Five more were added in later games.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eevee?oldid=1371512473
Weak Magikarp evolves into which powerful Pokémon?
easy
Answer
Gyarados.
Magikarp is famous for being almost useless in battle.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magikarp?oldid=1374867109
What are Gengar's two types?
medium
Answer
Ghost and Poison.
Gengar is one of the earliest Pokémon designs.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gengar?oldid=1374671716
Gengar evolves from which two Pokémon?
medium
Answer
Gastly and Haunter.
Gastly becomes Haunter, which becomes Gengar.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gengar?oldid=1374671716
Which round pink Pokémon is known for singing a lullaby in the anime?
easy
Answer
Jigglypuff.
Its song puts listeners to sleep.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jigglypuff?oldid=1376180308
Which stone evolves Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff?
medium
Answer
A Moon Stone.
Jigglypuff itself evolves from Igglybuff.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jigglypuff?oldid=1376180308
Which large Pokémon is famous for always sleeping?
easy
Answer
Snorlax.
Snorlax is the mascot of Pokémon Sleep.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snorlax?oldid=1375517352
Which Pokémon, made by genetic engineering, is called the Genetic Pokémon?
medium
Answer
Mewtwo.
Mewtwo was the strongest Pokémon in the original games.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mewtwo?oldid=1376760418
How many Pokémon types are there?
medium
Answer
Eighteen.
Each Pokémon has one or two of them.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(video_game_series)?oldid=1376509197
Charizard is one of the most famous Pokémon of which type?
medium
Answer
Fire.
Charizard is an orange, dragon-like Pokémon.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charizard?oldid=1375509726

The animated series and films

What is Ash Ketchum's first Pokémon?
easy
Answer
Pikachu.
Pikachu is the only Pokémon that stays with Ash through the whole series.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ash_Ketchum?oldid=1375453578
What is Ash Ketchum's dream?
medium
Answer
To become a Pokémon Master.
He travels with friends and his Pokémon to reach it.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ash_Ketchum?oldid=1375453578
On which Japanese TV channel did the Pokémon anime premiere in April 1997?
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Answer
TV Tokyo.
The series is still running under new titles.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_(TV_series)?oldid=1376581028
Which Team Rocket trio keeps trying to steal Pikachu in the anime?
easy
Answer
Jessie, James and Meowth.
They repeatedly fail, which makes them the comic villains.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Team_Rocket?oldid=1373317757
In which series did Ash finally become World Champion?
hard
Answer
Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series.
He had earlier become Alola League Champion.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ash_Ketchum?oldid=1375453578
Who voiced Ash in the English dub for the first eight seasons?
hard
Answer
Veronica Taylor.
Sarah Natochenny took over after that.
Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ash_Ketchum?oldid=1375453578
For how many years did Pokémon the Series starring Ash and Pikachu run?
medium
Answer
Over 25 years.
It ran for more than 1,000 episodes.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://parents.pokemon.com/en-us/animation/
Who are the two main characters of Pokémon Horizons: The Series?
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Answer
Liko and Roy.
They took over from Ash as the stars of the anime.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/Pokemon-Reveals-Pokemon-Horizons-The-Series-as-Official-Title-of-Next-
What is Liko's partner Pokémon in Pokémon Horizons?
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Answer
Sprigatito.
Liko is a girl from the Paldea region.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://horizons.pokemon.com/en-us/
What is Roy's partner Pokémon in Pokémon Horizons?
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Answer
Fuecoco.
Fuecoco loves to eat and sing.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://horizons.pokemon.com/en-us/
Which Pokémon helps Friede lead the Rising Volt Tacklers?
medium
Answer
Captain Pikachu.
The group travels on an airship.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://horizons.pokemon.com/en-us/
What is the name of the Rising Volt Tacklers' airship?
hard
Answer
The Brave Olivine.
Dot helps with communication and navigation aboard it.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://horizons.pokemon.com/en-us/
Which group in Pokémon Horizons is after Liko's pendant?
hard
Answer
The Explorers.
Amethio and his Ceruledge are among them.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://horizons.pokemon.com/en-us/
What was the first Pokémon film?
hard
Answer
Pokémon The First Movie: Mewtwo Strikes Back.
It came out in Japan alongside the short Pikachu's Vacation.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://corporate.pokemon.co.jp/en/aboutus/history/
What was the first Hollywood Pokémon film?
medium
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Detective Pikachu.
It was released in 2019.
Source: The Pokémon Company https://corporate.pokemon.co.jp/en/aboutus/history/

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