Pokétoon
Synopsis
Animations released on Pokémon Kids TV Japan YouTube channel. Episodes: #1: Zuruggu to Mimikkyu - Chase the Beans (ズルッグとミミッキュ), animated by Dandelion Animation Studio, released June 4, 2020. #2: Hero ni Naritai Yanchamu (ヒーローになりたいヤンチャム), animated by Pancakes, released May 5, 2021. #3: Yume no Tsubomi (ユメノツボミ), animated by Studio Colorido, released June 6, 2021. #4: Mattete ne! Koiking (まっててね！コイキング), animated by Studio Colorido, released July 2, 2021. #5: Pokapoka Magumaggu House (ぽかぽかマグマッグハウス), animated by Studio Colorido, released August 5, 2021. #6: Gengar ni Nacchatta!? (ゲンガーになっちゃった！？), animated by Studio Colorido, released September 10, 2021. #7: Fubuki no Natsu Yasumi (ふぶきのなつやすみ), animated by Mimoid, released October 8, 2021. #8: Purin no Uta (プリンのうた), animated by StudioGOONEYS, released December 28, 2021.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed, with some praising specific episodes (especially episode 5) for capturing the heart of Pokémon, while others find the remaining episodes disconnected and unengaging. The short format is appreciated, but the overall experience is inconsistent. The series seems to evoke strong feelings (both positive and negative) depending on the episode.
Strengths
- Episode 5 captures the essence of Pokémon world
- Short episodes make it easy to watch
Weaknesses
- Lack of connection to the Pokémon world in some episodes
- Inconsistent animation styles and storytelling across episodes
- Some episodes are a pain to watch