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September 28 in Gaming History

1 moment from the museum's collection happened on this date.

1998 — 28 years ago

Pokémon Red and Blue launch in North America

Pokémon Red and Blue were released in North America for Game Boy, the first Pokémon games outside Japan, igniting Pokémania in the West.

Source: Wikipedia / Bulbapedia — Pokémon Red and Blue Versions (NA: September 28, 1998)

Enjoying the tour? Step inside the full museum — rooms for Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and the Arcade, a playable arcade cabinet, the Museum Exam, and the Passport stamp collection.