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it probably wasn't intended when launched, but the Pokémon franchise has evolved - you can praise that sharp wit in the comments - into a sprawling IP with over 700 'mon in its Pokédex. It's got levels of complexity that, to the uninitiated, can seem downright intimidating.

A common refrain with each new generation is to question whether more Pokémon are really needed for the series. The numbers continue to increase with each game, and in reality this is a consequence of Game Freak being under pressure to make each new release enticing and unique enough to attract fans.

Of course, other explanations can be made. PBS Game/Show, which we've featured in the past, considers ecological reasons for the growing masses of Pokémon.

It's a pretty entertaining watch, so check it out below and let us know what you think.