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# Global Anime Game Competions
The 2016 Pokemon World Championships are Closed to the Public

By Joey Haar | Published 2016-08-20 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2016-pokemon-world-championships
References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2016/08/19/pokemon-world-championship/) & [pokemon](http://www.pokemon.com/us/strategy/prepare-your-decks-for-worlds/)

Though typically open for public spectating, the 2016 Pokemon World Championships will be an exclusive affair. Perhaps it's because of the booming popularity of the [Pokemon GO game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-go-1), but this year's San Francisco event will only be available for public viewing via four online live streams provided through the Pokemon website.

Though Pokemon began as a kids' game, the battling aspect of the video games and trading card game have spawned some serious competition. At the 2016 Pokemon World Championships, players will vie for more than $500,000 in prizes. These prizes will be split between the [Pokemon Trading Card Game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trading-tcg), the Video Game World Championships, and (new this year,) the [Pokken Tournament World Championships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-finals). The competitions are additionally divided by age group, so both kids and adults can play.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.4/10
- Popularity: 44% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games)

## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Booming Popularity of Pokemon GO:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new mobile games that incorporate augmented reality and engage players in real-world activities.
- **Serious Competition in Pokemon Battling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new platforms or apps that facilitate online multiplayer battles and trading for competitive players.
- **Expanding Competitive Scene in Anime Games:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build a comprehensive platform that hosts tournaments and championships for various anime games, attracting both players and spectators.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Mobile Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop mobile games that utilize augmented reality technology and incorporate real-world activities to enhance player engagement.
- **Online Gaming Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create platforms or apps that enable players to compete against each other, trade items, and participate in online multiplayer battles across multiple game titles.
- **E-sports Event Management:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish event management firms that specialize in organizing tournaments and championships for anime games, providing a comprehensive platform for both players and spectators.

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