Getting Your First Pokémon: Pikachu!

Learn how to get your very own Pikachu in Pokémon Yellow! This guide covers everything you need to know to start your adventure with the iconic electric mouse.

Hey there, future Pokémon Master! So, you're diving into Pokémon Yellow and want to know how to snag that super-famous electric mouse, Pikachu, right? It's pretty straightforward, and honestly, it's one of the coolest parts of starting your journey in this game. Let's get you that partner!

Walkthrough:

1. The very first thing you'll do in Pokémon Yellow is start your adventure in Pallet Town. After the Professor Oak intro, you'll be given your starter Pokémon. In Yellow, this isn't a choice between Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle – you're given a Pikachu right off the bat!
2. Once you have your Pikachu, you're free to explore Pallet Town and head north towards Route 1. Your Pikachu will follow you around on the overworld map, which is a neat feature unique to Pokémon Yellow.
3. As you progress through Route 1 and into Viridian City, your Pikachu will be your loyal companion. You don't need to do anything special to