Rabat – A special Pokémon event is happening today at 2 p.m. GMT on YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, and TikTok, celebrating Pokémon Day and the franchise’s 30th anniversary.
The date marks the original release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green in Japan on February 27, 1996, and what began as a game launch celebration has now become a global moment for fans.
Why Pokémon is still popular
Unlike many childhood trends, Pokémon has managed to grow with its audience.
From the earliest Pokémon games and beloved classic series, to its biggest hit titles and recent releases, as well as its animated films, trading cards, competitive tournaments and beyond, Pokémon has been enchanting fans for three full decades.
Beyond the games, Pokémon parks offer immersive and real-world experiences in Tokyo, where fans can step into the world of Pokémon and explore themed attractions and activities.
Although its primary target audience is children aged 5-12, Pokémon has long charmed fans of all ages.
Children discover it through animation. Teenagers explore it through cards. Adults revisit it through nostalgia.
Few entertainment brands survive for nearly 30 years without losing relevance. Well, Pokémon has done it.
What is your favorite Pokémon?
Characters like Pikachu have become cultural icons, recognizable even to those who have never played the games.
There are more beloved Pokémon that have captured global hearts, from Eevee, the endlessly adorable fan favorite with multiple charming evolutions, to Mewtwo, the legendary psychic Pokémon famed for its extraordinary power.
The original starter trio, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle, also remain timeless symbols of the franchise’s enduring magic.
The official website reveals the way to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon: Share your favorite Pokémon on social media with Pokémon GO’s “What’s Your Favorite” photography feature.
Strike a pose with nearly any Pokémon, snap a photo, and post it with #Pokemon30
P.S: You don’t need to login or create a Pokémon GO account.
Pokémon in Morocco
In Morocco’s expanding gaming community, Pokémon has come to symbolize more than a game. It shows how global pop culture weaves into everyday local life.
Young Moroccan developers and gamers are part of the same digital generation that grew up with consoles and international franchises.
In Morocco, Pokémon stickers, balloons, and backpacks fill small shops, while trading cards have become a popular pastime among young people.
When “Pokémon GO,” a VR game on the mobile phone, launched in 2016, it briefly turned city streets around the world into playgrounds.
In Moroccan cities like Casablanca and Rabat, players gathered near parks and public squares, phones in hand, searching for rare characters.
For many trainers, it was the first time they saw such a large community united by the same passion.
Even after 10 years, you can still join local community events, no matter where you are!
