Generation IKantoGame BoyRed / Green / Blue / Yellow

Pokémon Yellow Differences

Special Pikachu Edition differences from Red, Green, and Blue.

Special Pikachu Edition

Pokémon Yellow keeps the broad Kanto route but changes the starter, presentation, gifts, availability, and several trainer/story details.

Pikachu is the fixed starter and follows the player.
Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle can be obtained as gifts during the story.
Trainer teams, wild availability, and several story beats differ from Red/Green/Blue.

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FAQ

What is the biggest Pokémon Yellow difference?

Pikachu is the fixed starter and follows the player. Yellow also adds anime-inspired changes and makes the original three starters available as gifts.

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