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All three volumes of the Pokémon “Visual Art Book” series will be released simultaneously on December 18!

Overlap Co., Ltd. will simultaneously release three volumes of the “Pokémon Visual Art Book,” commemorating the 30th anniversary of the “Pokémon” series, starting December 18, 2026.

30 Years of the “Pokémon” Series Through Art!!

A three-volume set of visual art books, featuring a wealth of artwork spanning 30 years from *Pokémon Red and Green* to *Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A: M-Dimension Mega Rush*, is finally here!

[Update] September 16, 2026: Information on the “Pokémon Visual Art Book” has been added.

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Contents of the “Pokémon Visual Art Book”

The “Pokémon Visual Art Book,” a three-volume collection of 30 years of artwork from the “Pokémon” series, is now on sale!

The “Pokémon” series began with the release of “Pokémon Red and Green” in 1996.

To commemorate its 30th anniversary, the art book “Pokémon Visual Art Book: 30th Anniversary Art Book of Pokémon Video Games Developed by GAME FREAK,” which compiles artwork created over the years, is finally here!

From *Pokémon Red and Green* (1996) to the latest title, *Pokémon LEGENDS Z: A M-Dimension Rush* (2025), this collection features pixel art, 3DCG, illustrations, promotional art, and concept art—all created by GAME FREAK Co., Ltd.

A three-volume art book series packed with 30 years of the *Pokémon* series is now on sale, allowing fans to enjoy the artistic expressions and evolution of each era through a wealth of visuals!

The series is supervised by The Pokémon Company and GAME FREAK Co., Ltd., with Shusuke Motomiya serving as editor-in-chief.

“Pokémon Visual Art Book” Covers Revealed!

[BOOK 1]

“Pokémon Red and Green”
*Pokémon Blue*
*Pokémon Pikachu*
*Pokémon Gold & Silver*
*Pokémon Crystal Version*
*Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire*
*Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen*
*Pokémon Emerald*
*Pokémon Diamond & Pearl*
*Pokémon Platinum*
*Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver*

©1995-2000 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc.
©2026 Pokémon. ©1995-2026 Nintendo/Creatures Inc. /GAME FREAK inc.


[BOOK2]

*Pokémon Black and White*
*Pokémon Black 2 and White 2*
*Pokémon X and Y*
*Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire*
*Pokémon Sun and Moon*
*Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon*

©1995-2000 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc.
©2026 Pokémon. ©1995-2026 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc.


[BOOK 3]

*Pokémon Let’s Go! Pikachu & Let’s Go! Eevee*
*Pokémon Sword and Shield*
*Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass*
*Pokémon LEGENDS Arceus*
*Pokémon Scarlet and Violet*
*Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Secret Treasure of Zero*
*Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A*
*Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A: M-Dimension Rush*

©1995-2000 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc.
©2026 Pokémon. ©1995-2026 Nintendo/Creatures Inc. /GAME FREAK inc.

[Contents of Each Title]

■ Packaging
■ Title Screen & Title Demo
■ Pokémon
■Characters
■Fields
■Highlights
■Promotional Art
■Setting Materials


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When is the release date for the “Pokémon Visual Art Book”?

Celebrating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, the “Pokémon Visual Art Book” will be released as a set of three volumes simultaneously on Friday, December 18, 2026!

The book will include previously unreleased concept art. The set consists of three volumes, each approximately 500 pages long, for a total of about 1,500 pages.

A definitive collection that looks back on 30 years of history through visual art—a must-have for fans!!

©1995-2000 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc.
©2026 Pokémon. ©1995-2026 Nintendo/Creatures Inc. /GAME FREAK inc.

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30th Anniversary “Pokémon Visual Art Book”—Three Volumes to Be Released Simultaneously on December 18, 2026!

©1995-2000 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc.
©2026 Pokémon. ©1995-2026 Nintendo/Creatures Inc. /GAME FREAK inc.

[BOOK 1] Sales Site [Amazon] Product Page
[BOOK2] Sales Site 【Amazon】Product Page
[BOOK 3] Sales Site [Amazon]Product Page
Release Date December 18, 2026 *All three volumes scheduled for simultaneous release
Editor-in-Chief Shusuke Motomiya
Price 5,500 yen each (tax included)
ISBN [BOOK 1] ISBN-10: 4824018730
ISBN-13: 978-4824018731
[BOOK 2] ISBN-10: 4824018749
ISBN-13: 978-4824018748
[BOOK 3] ISBN-10: 4824018757
ISBN-13: 978-4824018755
Publisher Overlap Co., Ltd.
Related Links “Pokémon” Official Website
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Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in these articles may be outdated. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest information.

© 1995-2000 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc.
©2026 Pokémon. ©1995-2026 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.


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