NintendosPokemonseries has had a powerful grip on pop culture for decades, and its doubtful to change anytime soon.
So how do you make one of the biggest video game properties even bigger?
You take the big, bold jump to Hollywood.
Image: Warner Bros./Legendary Pictures/The Pokémon Company
Was this going to work?
(Coming out asAvengers: Endgamewas still in theaters probably wasnt right move, either.)
Its time in the sun will surely come whenever that sequel rolls around.
Image: Warner Bros./Legendary Pictures/The Pokémon Company
And if not, well, at least weve got a video ofPikachu dancingto brighten the day.
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Those who want a console at launch June 5 should get in line as soon as possible.