Pokemon Generation 1 — Kanto

The generation that started a global phenomenon. Whether you grew up playing the original Game Boy titles or experienced Kanto through remakes like FireRed & LeafGreen or Let's Go, Pikachu! & Eevee!, Generation 1 holds a special place in every fan's heart.

If you set our generator to filter only Gen 1, you are taking a trip back to the purest era of Pokemon.

Region Name: Kanto (Inspired by the real-world Kanto region of Japan)

Debut Games: Pokemon Red, Green (Japan), Blue, and Yellow (1996-1998)

Total New Pokemon: 151

The Iconic Starters: Bulbasaur (Grass/Poison), Charmander (Fire), and Squirtle (Water).

Legendary & Mythical Pokemon: The Legendary Bird Trio (Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres), the genetically engineered Mewtwo, and the elusive mythical Pokemon, Mew.

Key Highlights & Special Features:

• The Foundation of the Franchise: Gen 1 introduced the core mechanics that define Pokemon to this day: catching monsters in Poke Balls, the 8 Gym Leader badge system, the Elite Four, and Pokemon evolution.
• The Original 15 Types: Dark, Steel, and Fairy types did not exist yet. Psychic-type Pokemon (like Alakazam and Mewtwo) were notoriously overpowered in this generation because they had almost no weaknesses!
• Global Pop Culture Impact: Thanks to the incredibly popular Pokemon anime following Ash Ketchum and Pikachu, the original 151 Pokemon are instantly recognizable even by people who have never played the video games.
• The "MissingNo" Glitch: Kanto is famous for its quirky programming, including the legendary "MissingNo" glitch that allowed players to duplicate rare items like Rare Candies and Master Balls.

Why use the Generator for Gen 1?

Filtering our tool for Generation 1 is perfect for artists looking to draw the original 151, or for gamers wanting to do a classic "Kanto-only" Nuzlocke challenge. Roll your 6 cards and see if you get a balanced team from the golden age of Pokemon!