# Inaugural Anime-Themed Tournaments The 2019 Pokémon World Championship Will Feature a New Category By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-07-31 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-world-championship References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/7/first-pokemon-go-pvp-battle-world-championship-info) & [pokemon](https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/worlds/2019/pokemon-go-invitational-tournament/) In August of 2019, the annual Pokémon World Championship will take place in Washington, DC. However, for the first time in the event's history, the Pokémon GO Player versus Player tournament will take place officially. Pokémon World Championship has pre-selected competitors for this category, yet, the activation also allows for crowd participation. One spot has been left up-for-grabs and fans will have the chance to compete on-site for it. This is only exclusive to applicants in the United States and the organizers have made it quite easy for attendees to enter — they simply have to put their name on a sign-up sheet through the official Pokémon website. The Pokémon World Championship builds a community around the [cult-favorite anime](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pokmon-company) and the chance of "competing against big names [...] such as Junichi Masuda and Shigeki Morimoto" will be considered an honor. Photo Credits: [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-unite-tournament) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Anime-themed Tournaments:** Opportunity for businesses to capitalize on the growing popularity of anime-themed tournaments and events, attracting a passionate and dedicated fanbase. - **Pokémon GO Player Versus Player:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses to create unique experiences and technologies to enhance the Pokémon GO Player versus Player tournament. - **Crowd Participation:** Opportunity for businesses to engage and involve the crowd in events through interactive experiences and competitions. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** Gaming companies can leverage the popularity of Pokémon and anime to create immersive and competitive gaming experiences. - **Event Management:** Event management companies can explore new opportunities in organizing and hosting anime-themed tournaments and events. - **Technology:** Companies in the technology industry can develop innovative solutions and platforms to enhance engagement and interaction in tournaments and competitions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [South Asian Esports Tournaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-unite-tournament.md) - [Anime-Themed Outdoor Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokpark-kanto.md) - [Anime Creature-Inspired Exhibition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-crafts-exhibition.md) - [Competitive Toy-Inspired Circuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyblade-x.md) - [Anime-Themed DJ Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-studios-japan-halloween-party.md) - [International RPG Tournaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genshin-impact.md) - [Trading Card Game Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trading-card-game-pocket.md) - [Monster-Battling Tournament Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-stadium.md) - [Convention-Based Esports Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-pro.md)