How did pokeman begin?

Pokémon began as a pair of Video Games created by Satoshi Tajiri and Ken Sugimori, released by Nintendo in 1996 for the Game Boy. Inspired by Tajiri's childhood interest in collecting creatures and his love for nature, the games allowed players to capture, train, and battle fictional creatures called Pokémon. The franchise quickly expanded to include trading card games, an animated television series, movies, toys, and more, becoming a global phenomenon. The core concept of capturing and evolving Pokémon remains central to its enduring popularity.