Video games are interactive digital entertainment software designed for play on electronic devices, such as computers, gaming consoles, and mobile devices. They consist of structured gameplay, often involving goals, challenges, and rules, where players can control characters or elements within a virtual environment. Video games come in various genres, including action, adventure, role-playing, simulation, and sports, and can be single-player or multiplayer. Players engage in gameplay through input devices like controllers, keyboards, or touchscreens, and the experience can range from casual play to competitive gaming. Video games can also include narrative elements and graphics, enhancing immersion and storytelling.
The Pokémon franchise, envisioned by Tsunekazu Ishihara, aims for longevity, aspiring to last another 50 to 100 years through continuous innovation. Key moments, like Ash Ketchum's triumph as the world’s…