Game series

Every Pokémon game, in release order

There are 61 main Pokémon games, from Pokémon Red Version (1996) to Pokémon Champions (2026). The page also lists 47 remasters, ports, compilations and spin-offs.

29 ratings from the Tier community across the series.

Where to start

Start with Pokémon Red Version (1996), the first game in the series.

Pokémon X, Y (2013) is the highest-rated entry, with a critic score of 91/100.

Main Pokémon games

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team

Remasters, ports and re-releases

Compilations

Spin-offs and crossovers

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FAQ

How many Pokémon games are there?

There are 61 main Pokémon games, from Pokémon Red Version (1996) to Pokémon Champions (2026). The page also lists 47 remasters, ports, compilations and spin-offs. Updated November 2026.

In what order should I play Pokémon?

Play the main Pokémon games in release order: Pokémon Red Version (1996), Pokémon Blue Version (1996), Hey You, Pikachu! (1998), Pokémon Trading Card Game (1998), Pokémon Pinball (1999), Pokémon Gold Version (1999), Pokémon Silver Version (1999), Pokémon Ruby Version (2002), Pokémon Sapphire Version (2002), Pokémon Channel (2003), …. The highest-rated entry is Pokémon X, Y (2013), a common starting point for newcomers. Remasters and ports are listed apart: play the version available on your platform.

What is the latest Pokémon game?

The latest Pokémon game is Pokémon Champions, released in 2026.