This Pokémon Ultimate Guide Anniversary Edition marks 30 years of Pokémon, covering the journey from the early generations to the modern era across the games, the shows, and the franchise’s biggest evolutions.

It’s written as a broad, fan focused guide that looks at how Pokémon has grown worldwide, with sections spanning the mainline games, the animated series, and the characters and creatures that defined each era. It also brings things up to date with what’s happening now in the Pokémon world, including TCG talk, newer expansions and merch, plus a look at what could be next for the franchise.