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The April 26 2019 revision of Pokemon.com retired minigames, stamps, and trainer customization. This article likely needs an overhaul due to how deeply-integrated into Pokemon.com these features were
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The current version of the Pokémon.com website was implemented on January 27, 2014 and represented another major overhaul of content and design. The basic layout was "simplified" along with the full incorporation of what had also been separate [[#Trading Card Game|Pokémon Trading Card Game]] websites, including the incorporation of the current user customizable [[#Trainer avatar|Trainer avatar]] system that allows users to define their owner visual look and style. The update also updated the [[#Online Pokédex|Online Pokédex]] by implementing a similar ''Basic'' and ''Advance'' search criteria and browsing options that were originally introduced in the 2010 [[#Trading Card Database|Trading Card Database]]. The update additionally expanded the ability to centrally manage all user Pokémon accounts through Pokémon.com as well as children accounts under the [[#User profile|User profile]]. Later incremental updates also introduced the ability to add and follow ''"Friends"'' and earn additional rewards through the [[#Stamp|Stamp]] reward system. | The current version of the Pokémon.com website was implemented on January 27, 2014 and represented another major overhaul of content and design. The basic layout was "simplified" along with the full incorporation of what had also been separate [[#Trading Card Game|Pokémon Trading Card Game]] websites, including the incorporation of the current user customizable [[#Trainer avatar|Trainer avatar]] system that allows users to define their owner visual look and style. The update also updated the [[#Online Pokédex|Online Pokédex]] by implementing a similar ''Basic'' and ''Advance'' search criteria and browsing options that were originally introduced in the 2010 [[#Trading Card Database|Trading Card Database]]. The update additionally expanded the ability to centrally manage all user Pokémon accounts through Pokémon.com as well as children accounts under the [[#User profile|User profile]]. Later incremental updates also introduced the ability to add and follow ''"Friends"'' and earn additional rewards through the [[#Stamp|Stamp]] reward system. | ||
On April 26, 2019<ref>[https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-features-retiring/ 2019 retired features announcement]</ref>, several features on the Pokémon.com website were discontined: the "Play Minigames!" section and its score leaderboards; several Pokémon Trainer Club features such as Stamps, Pokédex Summary, Collectible Gallery, and Pokémon TV friend activity; and trainer customization features including Trainer Builder, Trainer Store, and Trainer Tokens. Trainer Tokens already owned in the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online were not affected. | |||
==Website versions== | ==Website versions== | ||
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===Pokémon Trainer Club=== | ===Pokémon Trainer Club=== | ||
{{main|Pokémon Trainer Club}} | {{main|Pokémon Trainer Club}} | ||
The ''Pokémon Trainer Club'' contains website user account information. This section is not easily identifiable under the name ''"Pokémon Trainer Club"''. However, it is easy to locate. It is the ''[[#Side navigation bar|Side navigation bar]]'' on the left side of all Pokémon.com webpages. It provides a means for Pokémon.com users to ''"Sign In"'' if they already have an existing account, ''"Join"'' to create an account, and also contains a website ''"Search"'' interface. By creating an account, users are able to earn [[Trainer Tokens]] and [[#Stamps|Stamps]], keep track of [[#Play Games|online browser-based game]] scores | The ''Pokémon Trainer Club'' contains website user account information. This section is not easily identifiable under the name ''"Pokémon Trainer Club"''. However, it is easy to locate. It is the ''[[#Side navigation bar|Side navigation bar]]'' on the left side of all Pokémon.com webpages. It provides a means for Pokémon.com users to ''"Sign In"'' if they already have an existing account, ''"Join"'' to create an account, and also contains a website ''"Search"'' interface. By creating an account, users are able to friend other users and centrally manage other Pokémon accounts. Prior to April 26, 2019, users were also able to earn [[Trainer Tokens]] and [[#Stamps|Stamps]], and keep track of [[#Play Games|online browser-based game]] scores. | ||
''The Pokémon Trainer Club'' was first borrowed from Japan's [[Pokémon Daisuki Club]] in January 2010 for a more general audience. It included an early version of the customizable user [[#Trainer avatar|Trainer avatar]] personalities. Users were required to have a Pokémon Trainer Club account in order to register high scores in the [[#Play Games|online browser-based games]] or to earn [[Trainer Token]]s. Anyone who had a Pokémon Trainer Club account could also keep track of their [[#Attend Events|Organized Play]] statistics. These features still represent the core functionality of the current Pokémon Trainer Club, even though the design and some of underlying infrastructure has changed. | ''The Pokémon Trainer Club'' was first borrowed from Japan's [[Pokémon Daisuki Club]] in January 2010 for a more general audience. It included an early version of the customizable user [[#Trainer avatar|Trainer avatar]] personalities. Users were required to have a Pokémon Trainer Club account in order to register high scores in the [[#Play Games|online browser-based games]] or to earn [[Trainer Token]]s. Anyone who had a Pokémon Trainer Club account could also keep track of their [[#Attend Events|Organized Play]] statistics. These features still represent the core functionality of the current Pokémon Trainer Club, even though the design and some of underlying infrastructure has changed. | ||
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====Favorite Pokémon==== | ====Favorite Pokémon==== | ||
The mechanism for selecting Favorite Pokémon is easy to overlook. Users select a favorite [[Pokémon]] from the [[#Online Pokédex|Online Pokédex]] and bringing up the full entry, not just the search grid picture. When users point their cursor at the Pokémon’s picture, a plus sign ("+") icon appears in the lower right-hand corner of the picture. Selecting the "+" icon turns it into a check mark ("✓") icon, which indicates that the Pokémon was added to the user’s Favorites. A maximum of 12 Pokémon are displayed on [[#User profile|User profile]] page, with no limit on [[#Side navigation bar|Side navigation bar]] side-out window. | The mechanism for selecting Favorite Pokémon is easy to overlook. Users select a favorite [[Pokémon]] from the [[#Online Pokédex|Online Pokédex]] and bringing up the full entry, not just the search grid picture. When users point their cursor at the Pokémon’s picture, a plus sign ("+") icon appears in the lower right-hand corner of the picture. Selecting the "+" icon turns it into a check mark ("✓") icon, which indicates that the Pokémon was added to the user’s Favorites. A maximum of 12 Pokémon are displayed on [[#User profile|User profile]] page, with no limit on [[#Side navigation bar|Side navigation bar]] side-out window. This feature was removed in the April 26, 2019 revision of the site. | ||
====Trainer avatar==== | ====Trainer avatar==== | ||
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[[File:Funzone logo.png|thumb|200px|The Pokémon Fun Zone Logo]] | [[File:Funzone logo.png|thumb|200px|The Pokémon Fun Zone Logo]] | ||
===Trading Card Game=== | ===Trading Card Game=== | ||
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==Stamps== | ==Stamps== | ||
Stamps represent an additional means of rewarding users for using the website and its various contents. The system was initially introduced on August 28, 2014<ref>[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/begin-your-stamp-collection/ Begin Your Stamp Collection! — August 28, 2014]</ref> and substantial expanded on March 30, 2015.<ref>[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/more-stamps-to-mark-your-way/ More Stamps to Mark Your Way! — March 30, 2015]</ref> Stamps may be earned by reading [[#News and announcements|news articles]], looking up [[Pokémon]] in the [[#Online Pokédex|Online Pokédex]], watching [[#Watch Pokémon TV|Pokémon anime]] television episodes, playing [[#Play Games|browser-based mini-games]], and for viewing [[#Trading Card Game|Pokémon Trading Card Game]] cards, as well as by participating in official [[#Attend Events|Play! Pokémon events]]. As Stamps are awarded, 6 [[Trainer Token]]s are earned. Some Stamps are one-time events only. Other Stamps increase in level (1 to 10). The more Stamps earned and the more Stamps with higher levels contribute to the assignment of a user's account level (1 to 20). | Stamps represent an additional means of rewarding users for using the website and its various contents. The system was initially introduced on August 28, 2014<ref>[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/begin-your-stamp-collection/ Begin Your Stamp Collection! — August 28, 2014]</ref> and substantial expanded on March 30, 2015.<ref>[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/more-stamps-to-mark-your-way/ More Stamps to Mark Your Way! — March 30, 2015]</ref> Stamps may be earned by reading [[#News and announcements|news articles]], looking up [[Pokémon]] in the [[#Online Pokédex|Online Pokédex]], watching [[#Watch Pokémon TV|Pokémon anime]] television episodes, playing [[#Play Games|browser-based mini-games]], and for viewing [[#Trading Card Game|Pokémon Trading Card Game]] cards, as well as by participating in official [[#Attend Events|Play! Pokémon events]]. As Stamps are awarded, 6 [[Trainer Token]]s are earned. Some Stamps are one-time events only. Other Stamps increase in level (1 to 10). The more Stamps earned and the more Stamps with higher levels contribute to the assignment of a user's account level (1 to 20). This feature was retired in the April 26, 2019 revision of the site. | ||
* '''Online Game All-Star:''' | * '''Online Game All-Star:''' | ||
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===Media player=== | ===Media player=== | ||
The site once contained a media player that played music from the {{OBP|Pokémon X|CD}} collection. Like the mailbag, it was removed in the 2010 overhaul. | The site once contained a media player that played music from the {{OBP|Pokémon X|CD}} collection. Like the mailbag, it was removed in the 2010 overhaul. | ||
===Play Games=== | |||
{{main|Pokémon.com online games}} | |||
Formerly known as the ''Pokémon Fun Zone'' before the 2014 overhaul, this Play Games section presents a large number of browser-based video games for the user's enjoyment. Most are strategy based, although the exact design varies widely, and feature a specific theme or [[Pokémon]]. Details about each game is provided on [[Pokémon.com online games]]. These games are not only designed to require short installments of time, but they reward the user for successful achievements with [[Trainer Tokens]]. Successfully playing browser-based games earn 1, 3, or 5 Trainer Tokens depending on the specific game and whether the user has successfully played the game for the first time or successfully reached a higher success threshold on subsequent attempts. Each individual game defines what is a successful attempt differently. | |||
Before the 2010 overhaul, games were mostly based on [[Generation III]] and {{game|Platinum}}. After the 2010 update the games featured a larger number of {{cat|Generation IV Pokémon}}, all translated from the Japanese [[Pokémon Daisuki Club]]. Games released after the 2010 overhaul added the ability to earn [[Trainer Tokens]] and increased in variety. Games available on the site prior to the 2010 overhaul are not longer available. New games continued to be added on an occasional basis. This section was removed in the April 26, 2019 revision of the site. | |||
==Errors== | ==Errors== | ||