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Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pokémon Fossil Museum is coming to the US and it's a prehistoric dream
Image via Niantic The Pokémon Fossil Museum is officially making its U.S. debut at Chicago's Field Museum in May 2026, and yes, it's the same dino-magic exhibit that had fans in Japan geeking out. After thrilling fans across Japan since 2021, this immersive, dino-inspired exhibit is set to bring its unique blend of fantasy and science to American audiences for the first time. Here's everything you need to know! What Is the Pokémon Fossil Museum? Originally launched in Japan in 2021, the Pokémon Fossil Museum is a traveling exhibit that blends science and nostalgia in the most unexpected way. It's like stepping into a mash-up of Jurassic Park and Pokémon Snap, and somehow even cooler. The goal? To teach fans about paleontology through the lens of Pokémon. Yes, it's educational—but also ridiculously fun. When and Where? The Field Museum in Chicago is set to host the U.S. kickoff of this traveling exhibit starting May 22, 2026. That gives you a solid year to get your travel plans, cosplay, and Pokédex prepped. If it follows the same pattern as in Japan, the exhibit will hang around for 1–4 months, so don't snooze on this. Plus, Chicago's Field Museum already has major fossil clout, so it's the perfect battleground for Pokémon-meets-prehistory. POKEMON FOSSIL MUSEUM!! MY 1ST TIME HEARING ABOUT THIS PLACE!! Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Khám phá bộ sofa giảm giá đẹp cho phòng khách LocalPlan Tìm hiểu thêm Undo What You'll See There Don't expect just the usual fossil pokemons like Kabutops and Omastar. This exhibit goes deeper. We're talking big-name skeletons like: Tyrantrum vs. T-Rex (who wore it better?) Archeops side-by-side with Archaeopteryx Mamoswine, Yanmega, and even newer fossil-style designs You'll be able to compare Pokémon anatomy with real dinosaur and prehistoric creature bones. It's basically a science lesson disguised as a wild Pokémon encounter. The skeletal designs are totally unique. They're not just copied from the anime or games—they're custom-created to feel scientifically plausible, while staying true to each Pokémon's vibe. Is It Just for Kids? Absolutely not. Whether you're a longtime Gen 1 OG or someone who got into Pokémon through Scarlet and Violet, there's something here for every trainer. This is part of The Pokémon Company's mission to keep the franchise evolving, and it's one of the most creative crossovers yet. If you've ever wondered what Aerodactyl's bones would actually look like IRL—or you just want a reason to dress like a lab-coat-wearing Professor Oak—this is your moment. Mark your calendar: May 22, 2026. Book that Chicago trip. And get ready to walk among ancient Pokémon in the flesh. And hey, who says learning about prehistoric life can't come with a side of Poké-power?
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
It Took 10 Years For The Makers Of This Blatant Pokémon Rip-Off To Apologize And Pay $15 Million
Pocket Monster: Remake was released back in 2015. The mobile game played almost identically to Pokémon, even using the art, names, and move sets form the existing franchise. A decade later, The Pokémon Company has finally reached a settlement with the Chinese devs behind the rip-off and gotten them to publicly apologize. 'Our copyright infringement and acts of unfair competition have caused significant economic losses to the rights holders and severely damaged the image of the original Pokémon Video Games,' Guangzhou Maichi Network Technology Co. wrote in a new statement shared by The Pokémon Company (via Automaton). We hereby sincerely apologize to TPC and other rights holders, as well as the vast number of players, consumers, and the general public.' There have been all sorts of free Pokémon fan games and unauthorized clones floating around since smartphones became popular, but few were as egregious as Pocket Monster: Remake. It was less of a copycat and more of a direct port of the original Game Boy games, complete with art for Professor Oak, Ash Ketchum, and Pikachu. While Pocket Monster: Remake was earning millions after it released, The Pokémon Company didn't actually sue until 2021. The Shenzhen Intermediate People's Court in Guangzhou Province then ruled in TPC's favor in September 2024, with the makers of the game ordered to pay around $15 million in damages. That was much less than the $72 million in damages originally being sought be the Pokémon license holder. Eventually the two sides settled for an undisclosed sum and the public apology. 'The Game has now been completely removed from the market and operations have ceased,' wrote Guangzhou Maichi Network Technology Co. 'At the same time, We have paid a substantial economic price and incurred significant reputational damage. We have deeply reflected on it and learned our lessons.' . For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Buzz Feed
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
If You Can Guess 23/30 Of These Realistic Pokémon Correctly, Professor Oak Will Hand You A Pikachu
BuzzFeed Quiz Party! Take this quiz with friends in real time and compare results Check it out! Pokémon have always looked cute and cartoony, but what if they existed in real life? I used AI to reimagine Pokémon as real creatures, and now it's your turn to test your trainer skills. Can you still recognize them without their usual animated look? Prove yourself, and even Ash Ketchum might find you worthy of a battle! So, how did you do? Are you a true Pokémon Master, or do you need to spend some more time at Professor Oak's lab? Drop your score in the comments and let me know which realistic Pokémon surprised you the most! And if you want a Part 2 with even more realistic Pokémon, let me know! This post was enhanced with AI creativity tools.
