context: Pokémon () is a Japanese product line. It originated from a video role-playing game developed by Satoshi Tajir for Nintendo's Game Boy in 1996. The word "Pokémon" is an acronym for "pocket monsters". There are hundreds of different Pokémon characters in the games and the goal is to collect each one and train a good team of characters. In addition to video games, the product line includes collectible card games, anime, manga and numerous other products. The most famous Pokémon character is the series's mascot, the yellow electric mouse creature Pikachu. [1] The brand is owned and licensed by The Pokemon Company, 32% owned by Nintendo. [2] "Pokémon" and character names are trademarks of Nintendo. [3]
question: When was Pokemon Created?
answers.text: 1996