The best Pokémon gifts for fans

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Pokémon is one of the biggest gaming and media franchises in the world, and it’s still growing. In case you haven’t recently checked, the Pokédex now contains a whopping 1,000-plus monsters to catch compared to the original 151 that the series started with in 1996.

But Pokémon isn’t just about “catching ’em all,” despite that being its popular tagline. It’s also about connecting over the most heartwarming moments from the anime, arguing over which are the coolest-looking critters, and a lot more. Even if you haven’t touched a Pokémon game in years (or ever), there are plenty of gifts that can make fans happy.

Here’s a list of suggestions from lengthy encyclopedias about pocket monsters to goofy sleeping bags shaped like Metapod. We’ll update listings based on the pricing and availability when possible.


Best Pokémon books

Pokémon Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook

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One of the latest Pokémon encyclopedias, this book features over 560 colored pagesYou can also find out more about the following: detailed information on over 875 pocket monsters through Pokémon Sword and Shield.

The Pokémon Cookbook: Easy & Fun Recipes

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The Pokémon Cookbook compiles easy recipes from pizza to sushi rolls for Pokémon-themed cooking sessions. Unlike in recent games, no Pokémon will be consumed in these recipes.

Pokémon How to Draw Adventures

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This Pokémon drawing book teaches you how to draw over 40 Pokémon with a heavy emphasis on the Galar region, which was introduced in Pokémon SwordYou can also find out more about the following: ShieldNintendo Switch

Pokémon Epic Sticker Collection

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This Pokémon guidebook includes over 1,000 stickers of pocket monsters from the Kanto region to Galar, so you can stick your favorite ’mons to your notebooks, electronics cases, and more.

Pokémon Showa Note 5-Pack

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These notebooks are perfect for personal projects and schoolwork with their cute Pokémon-themed designs. 

Best Pokémon cards

Best Pokémon music

Pokémon 25 The Album – Exclusive Limited Edition

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The Pokémon 25 album includes tracks from the artists that performed at the Pokémon 25 concert, like Katy Perry and Post Malone. The edition includes a poster and a vinyl with two colors.

Pokémon Center × U-Turn Audio Turntable

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The Pokémon U-Turn turntable is a Pokémon Center exclusive that enables vinyl enthusiasts to play their favorite records on a Pikachu-themed turntable.

Best Pokémon toys

Nanoblock Pokémon Type Set

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These Nanoblock sets feature Pokémon grouped by type. These sets are not only fun, but also great for home décor.

Pikachu & Eevee 100 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

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Two series are featured in this 100-piece simple puzzle. It can also double as home decor if you hang it up in a frame after it’s finished.

Pokémon Battle Figure 10-pack GameStop exclusive

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Hop into battle with one of 10 Pokémon included in this battle figure 10-pack. The figures range from popular gen 1 Pokémon like Pikachu, Squirtle, and Charizard to newer favorites like Greninja and Incineroar. These were made for the Surprise Attack game, but they’re great as stand-alone toys.

Pokémon Battle Figure 8-pack

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Turns out there’s more than one battle figure pack! This one features some of the series’ most popular Pokémon, like Pikachu, Bulbasaur, and Charmander.

Best Pokémon plushies

Charmander Sleeping Plush

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The Pokémon Company’s line of sleeping-Pokémon plushies include this Charmander, who’s curled up in a comfy position to snooze.

Pikachu Plush with Blue Flower

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Every Pokémon fan should have at least one Pikachu plushie. Why not get one with a blue flower? This Pikachu plush is a standard 8-inch size that shouldn’t be hard to fit somewhere around your home. Kids can easily carry this plush.

Starter Pokémon Plushie Set

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If you want a more deluxe package of Pokémon plushies, the Kanto starter set will give you three popular picks at once.

Gengar Squishmallow

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Type: Ghost / Poison / Squishmallow

Hisuian growlithe plush

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Hisuian Growlithe is a lesser-known variation of the puppy Pokémon’s standard Kanto counterpart. Even if you haven’t seen it in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, it might be worth getting for a fan who appreciates its cuteness.

Best Pokémon accessories

Pokémon Go Plus Plus

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The new Pokémon Go Plus Plus accessory can let you do the stuff of a Pokémon master’s dreams: sleep and catch Pokémon. You’ll need the new Pokémon Sleep app to track your sleep, and then Pikachu can act as an alarm, singing to wake you up. (As the name implies, it’s also compatible with Pokémon Go!)

Hori Nintendo Switch Adventure Pack

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Hori Nintendo Switch adventure pack is a Nintendo Switch carry case that also doubles as a stylish shoulder bag. You can use it however you want.

Hori Gengar Nintendo Switch Travel Case

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The Hori Switch Case features Gengar Comic Art and has multiple pockets to hold the Nintendo Switch Console, games cartridges and other accessories.

Hori Black & Gold Pikachu Split Pad Controller

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Nintendo officially licensed this Pokémon-themed Split Pad Pro from Hori for the Switch, featuring metallic gold Pikachu designs embedded on a sleek black controller shell. They may feel more comfortable than Joy-Cons for those with large hands.

Pokémon Crocs

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These Pokémon × Crocs collab shoes can be the perfect gift for fans that appreciate questionably fashionable rubber sandals.

Best Pokémon decor

Pokémon original 151 poster

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A simple poster of the original 151 Pokémon from the Kanto region and their promotional icons.

Pokémon grilled cheese maker

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A grilled cheese maker that toasts your sandwiches with either a Pikachu or Poké Ball design on the bread.

Pokémon TCG Holiday Calendar

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Grab this calendar before the holiday season. Similar to an advent calendar, this offers a different Pokémon goodie to open every day.

Poké Ball bookends

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These need no introduction. Cap off your shelf of books with a Poké Ball on both ends.

Pokémon 3-piece wall hook set

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Wall hooks don’t have to be boring. This 3-pack of hooks, featuring a winking Pikachu, a Poké Ball, and Eevee, is a subtle way to show off your fandom for the Pokémon franchise.

Slowpoke novelty cup

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Slowpoke Ceramic Mug – Relax and enjoy your coffee. It’s what Slowpoke would do. The mug is able to hold 65 ounces.

Pokémon waffle maker

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This waffle maker prints a Poké Ball or Pokémon right in the middle of your waffles for a Pokémon-themed breakfast that doesn’t interfere with how well syrup absorbs into the batter.

Poké Ball replica

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An electronic Poké Ball replica that lights up when you touch it. It comes in different designs, including the standard Poké Ball, Great Ball, and Ultra Ball.

Metapod Sleeping Bag

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Bandai produced a sleeping Metapod meme. This replica can also hide you in its plush, green shell.

Best Pokémon games and tech

new pokemon scarlet and violet nintendo switch OLED model

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Nintendo Switch OLED

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If you’re head over heels about Pokémon ScarletYou can also find out more about the following: VioletThis exclusive Switch OLED from GameStop may be what you’re looking for. It doesn’t include the games, but it’s the only place you’ll find this color scheme and custom design.

Detective Pikachu has a surprised expression on his face.

Detective Pikachu returns

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Pikachu (the talking, coffee-loving Pikachu) is back with more adventures to solve. Detective Pikachu ReturnsPre-orders are available now for the Nintendo Switch launch in early October.

The logos for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet on a grid background

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet

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Get a Double Pack of Pokémon ScarletYou can also find out more about the following: Violet, the latest games in the long-running series, could light up a friend’s day.

Wyrdeer walking in Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Pokémon Legends: Arceus

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Pokémon Legends: ArceusThis feudal period spinoff reimagines Sinnoh at a long-ago time, and experiment with open-world gaming.

Pokémon Trainer Trivia game

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Put your Pokémon knowledge to the test with this four-player trivia game. There are 1,000 questions in the game.

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