The Pokemon Sound Library Could Be Huge For Fans

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Although gamers mainly flock to the Pokemon series to collect as many critters as possible, part of what makes the multibillion-dollar franchise so great is its soundtrack. Since the days of Pokemon Red and Green, gamers have been treated to enchanting compositions that give each location character and up the energy of battles. Some songs, such as the eerie tune that plays in the Kanto region's Lavender Town, have gone on to achieve cult status, and many myths and urban legends are associated with them.

Pokemon Diamond and Pearl, the fourth generation of the franchise, continue the trend of including unforgettable soundtracks. However, for a long time, Nintendo has adopted a no-tolerance policy concerning copyright infringement, leading to music from its franchises, including Pokemon, being taken off YouTube and other online sites, making it difficult for fans to enjoy Pokemon's music. Fortunately, Pokemon recently announced the Pokemon DP Sound Library, which gives the public access to the entire music library of Pokemon Diamond and Pearl.

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Pokemon was dreamed up by Satoshi Tajiri, who was inspired by the insect-collecting hobby he had as a child. He aimed to create a way for kids to collect creatures, and also have a relationship with them by naming them and working with them in a team. The series got off to humble beginnings, and a team of fewer than ten people worked on the first game, which took about six years to develop. However, their hard work paid off, and when Pocket Monsters: Red and Green was released in Japan in 1996, it was the start of what would become the most profitable entertainment franchise of all time.

Music for the first games was composed