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{{Company Infobox
'''Prima Games''' is a company that writes companion strategy guides to video games. Prima has written all the strategy guides for the Pokémon series.
| name = Prima Games
| logo = Prima Games.png
| logo_size = 200px
| caption = Prima Games logo
| founded = 1990
| headquarters = Shreveport, Louisiana
| type = Subsidiary
| owner = {{wp|GAMURS Group}}
| industry = Publishing
| links = Worldwide: [https://primagames.com/ primagames.com]
}}
[[File:Prima Games logo.png|thumb|Previous logo]]
'''Prima Games''' is a subsidiary of {{wp|GAMURS Group}} based in {{pmin|the United States}} that previously wrote companion strategy guides to video games and tabletop games. Prima has written strategy guides for [[core series]] [[Pokémon games]] and most major spin-off games, known as Prima's Official Strategy Guides.


=={{game|Red and Blue|s}}==
In 2007, when [[Nintendo Power]] announced that they would no longer be publishing strategy guides, they appointed Prima Games as the officially endorsed publisher of licensed strategy guides. In 2015, with the merger of parent companies {{wp|Penguin}} and {{wp|Random House}}, competitor {{wp|DK_(publisher)#BradyGames|BradyGames}} was merged into Prima Games.
[[File:Redblue prima guide.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Red and Blue]]
 
Two guides were made for these games. One featured {{p|Charizard}} on the cover; the other had {{p|Blastoise}}. Each guide offered a complete breakdown of [[Kanto]], including all cities, towns, routes and caves. Locations for all 150 Pokémon were given including their respective skills and statistics. A list of moves, and all available [[TM]] and [[HM]] locations was also given. Also included were a list of where to find items, tips on how to beat the [[Gym Leader]]s and maps of every location. This book was published on October 14, 1998.
In March 2019, after being acquired by Asteri Holdings, Prima announced that they would exclusively publish online and cease publishing physical books.<ref>[https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-03-14-asteri-acquires-prima-games ''Asteri acquires Prima Games'' - GamesIndustry.biz] (retrieved September 28, 2022)</ref> The last Pokémon guidebook that Prima Games is credited for publishing is [[Pokémon Sword & Pokémon Shield: The Official Galar Region Pokédex]]. On January 3, 2022, GAMURS Group announced its acquisition of Prima Games.<ref>[https://dotesports.com/press-releases/news/gamurs-group-acquires-prima-games ''GAMURS Group acquires Prima Games'' - Dot Esports] (retrieved September 28, 2022)</ref>
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=={{game|Yellow}}==
[[File:Yellow prima guide.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Yellow]]
This guide was published almost a year after the Red and Blue versions. On the cover was a picture of {{p|Pikachu}}. In addition to Yellow, the guide covered the other two versions of the Pokémon games available as well. This book was published on October 13, 1999.
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=={{game|Gold and Silver|s}}==
[[File:Goldsilver prima guide.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Gold and Silver]]
Only one guide was made for these games. On the cover were {{p|Ho-Oh}} and {{p|Lugia}}. The guide gave a complete explanation of all the new features, such as the [[Pokégear]]. Details of the time-of-day dependent events were covered, with information on Pokémon specific to certain times.


Locations of all TMs and HMs were given. Battle tactics for how to obtain all eight Gym Badges were also given. Tips on breeding, capturing, raising, and training the new Pokémon were explained. A sealed section that revealed all puzzles and mysteries was included in the book too. This book was published on October 11, 2000.
==Pokémon strategy guides published by Prima Games==
[[File:Prima Guide Red.png|thumb|220px|[[Pokémon Red and Blue: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]], the first in the series]]
===Core series===
* [[Pokémon Red and Blue: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Yellow: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Gold & Silver: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Master Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon Crystal: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Gold Silver Crystal: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Emerald: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition Complete Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon Platinum: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon Black and White: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon Black and White Pokédex]]
** [[Pokémon Black & Pokémon White Versions: Official National Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon Black 2 and White 2: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon Black Version 2 & Pokémon White Version 2: The Official National Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: The Official Kalos Region Guidebook]]
** [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: The Official Kalos Region Pokédex & Postgame Adventure Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire: The Official Hoenn Region Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire: The Official National Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon Sun & Pokémon Moon: The Official Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon Sun & Pokémon Moon: The Official Alola Region Pokédex & Postgame Adventure Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Ultra Sun & Pokémon Ultra Moon: The Official Alola Region Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon Ultra Sun & Pokémon Ultra Moon Edition: The Official National Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! & Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!: Official Trainer's Guide & Pokédex]]
* [[Pokémon Sword & Pokémon Shield: The Official Galar Region Strategy Guide]]
** [[Pokémon Sword & Pokémon Shield: The Official Galar Region Pokédex]]


===Pokémon Master Pokédex===
===Side series===
A second book was released to complement the Gold & Silver guide. It features {{p|Pichu}} on the cover and contains in-depth information about all of the [[Generation I]] and [[Generation II]] Pokémon (excluding {{p|Celebi}})'s stats, learnsets, locations, evolution information, and information about breeding and [[baby Pokémon]]. There is also a section with information about the [[Pokémon Pikachu 2 GS]].
* [[Pokémon Stadium: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Stadium 2: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon Colosseum: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* [[Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]


=={{game|Crystal}}==
===Spin-off games===
[[File:Crystal prima guide.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Crystal]]
* [[Pokémon Trading Card Game: Prima's Official Strategy Guide (video game version)]]
This guide had a picture of {{p|Suicune}} on the cover. Quick-path walkthrough for Pokémon trainers on the move were given so the player could get to places faster. Complete maps and walkthroughs of the Johto and Kanto regions were shown. A comprehensive Pokédex containing Crystal moves, availability charts, and detailed stats for all 251 Pokémon were included. Every secret item location and puzzle solution was exposed in the book. Detailed Pokémon evolution and breeding tips were also a major part of the book. This book was published on July 24, 2001.
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
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* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
=={{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}==
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
[[File:Prima RS.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Ruby and Sapphire]]
* [[Pokémon Ranger: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
Only one guide was published for these games. On the cover were both {{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}}. Included in the book were:
* [[Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* Tips for winning the Pokémon Contests
* [[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* Locations to all Secret Bases and Battle Towers
* [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
* Thorough Pokédex, featuring Ruby and Sapphire Pokémon, with locations, statistics, and skills
* Strategy to win all 2-on-2 battles and beat all enemy Pokémon Trainers
* Complete walkthrough of the vast new Pokémon world, including all cities, towns, streets, and dungeons
* Detailed moves list
* Tips to capturing, evolving, and customizing one's Pokémon
* Detailed charts for Technical and Hidden Machines
This book was published on March 25, 2003.
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=={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}==
[[File:Prima FRLG.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for FireRed and LeafGreen]]
On the cover of the book is {{p|Venusaur}}, {{p|Charizard}}, {{ga|Red}}, and {{ga|Leaf}}. The book includes:
* Extensive strategy for new and veteran players.
* Massive walkthrough with stats on every enemy
* Exclusive maps to help the player navigate each area
* Detailed battle tactics
* Essential Pokédex, featuring stats and how to catch them
This book was published on September 14, 2004.
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=={{game|Emerald}}==
[[File:Prima E.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Emerald]]
On the cover of this book is {{p|Rayquaza}}. This book included:
* Tips for collecting the 200 + 2 Pokémon to complete the Hoenn Pokédex
* How to clear all 7 Battle Frontier arenas and get the Silver Symbols
* Detailed walkthrough guides the player through story mode
* Maps cover every region, including all-new, as-yet-unexplored areas
* Field, battle, and Contest moves lists, plus items list
* How to link Pokémon Emerald with Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire, Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen, and Pokémon Colosseum
This book was published on April 26, 2005.
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=={{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}==
===Other===
[[File:Prima DP.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Diamond and Pearl]]
* [[Pokémon Trading Card Game: Prima's Official Strategy Guide]]
On the cover was {{ga|Lucas}}, {{ga|Dawn}}, {{ga|Barry}}, the Gym Leaders of [[Sinnoh]], {{p|Turtwig}}, {{p|Chimchar}}, {{p|Piplup}}, {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}. This book included:
* A large poster with exclusive Pokémon art.
* Each area of the new Sinnoh region comprehensively covered so players will be able to find all the new Pokémon.
This book was published April 22, 2007.


===Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Pokédex===
==External links==
This book was an expansion of the previous book. This guide had numerous Pokémon on the cover. The majority of the book is a Pokédex, but it also gives a guide of where to catch specific Pokémon after getting the [[National Pokédex]], as well as covering the [[Battle Zone]]. A poster of all the Pokémon known to the public ({{p|Darkrai}}, {{p|Shaymin}} and {{p|Arceus}} not included) was a bonus in the book.
* [http://www.primagames.com/ Official website]
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* {{wp|Prima Games|Prima Games on Wikipedia}}


=={{game|Platinum}}==
==References==
[[File:Prima Pt.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Platinum]]
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On the cover of the book are {{p|Giratina}}, Lucas, Dawn, Pearl, Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup, Shaymin Sky Forme, and all of the Sinnoh [[Frontier Brains]].


The book included:
* Complete Pokédex fully details all available Pokémon. Providing stats, levels, learned moves, and more. Including the newest additions to the Pokémon roster (excluding {{p|Arceus}} and information about the {{p|Rotom}} events).
* Full walkthrough with maps, covering each area with maps, screenshots, and text
* Details the main quest and all side quests
* Embossed cover
* Pokémon, item, and type data
* Two mini-posters with maps of the new areas
* Two pages of stickers featuring Ken Sugimori artwork
This book was released on March 22, 2009.
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=={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}==
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[[File:HGSSGuide.gif|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for HeartGold and SoulSilver]]
On the cover are {{ga|Ethan}}, {{ga|Lyra}}, the Gym Leaders of [[Johto]], {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, {{p|Totodile}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, and {{p|Lugia}}. This book primarily covers the pre-Elite Four part of the game for HeartGold and SoulSilver.
 
The book includes:
* Full walkthrough with maps, covering each area with maps, screenshots, and text
* Details the game up to the defeat of the Pokémon League
* A Pokédex showing details for the Pokémon that can be found in the Johto region
* A mini-poster with the area map
This book was released on March 14, 2010.
 
===Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Pokédex===
This book is an expansion of the first volume. It features a complete Pokédex of all 493 Pokémon, complete move lists, as well as the maps and strategy guides for the post-Elite Four areas of Kanto and the Battle Frontier. It also comes with a poster similar to the one from the Diamond and Pearl Pokédex. The major changes with this poster, is all the game sprites have been replaced with official artwork, and all the previous Pokémon that weren't on the previous poster (Darkrai, Shaymin, and Arceus), as well as the new Pokémon Formes introduced in Pokémon Platinum (excluding {{p|Rotom}}) have been included on this new poster which gave it a larger size than the  previous poster. It was released on April 27, 2010.
 
=={{game|Black and White|s}}==
[[File:Black White Guide Cover.gif|thumb|right|150px|Prima's guide for Black and White]]
On the cover are {{ga|Hilbert}}, {{ga|Hilda}}, {{p|Snivy}}, {{p|Tepig}}, {{p|Oshawott}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, and {{p|Zekrom}}. The book covers the games up through the end of the main plot.
 
The book includes:
* Full walkthrough with maps, covering each area with maps, screenshots, and text
* Details the game up to the defeat of the Pokémon League and Team Plasma
* A mini-poster with the area map and type match-up chart
 
A collector's edition was also released which in addition the previously listed features, also includes a full [[List of Pokémon by Unova Pokédex number|Unova Pokédex]] listing. The collector's edition will feature a hard cover with a special lenticular cover featuring Reshiram and Zekrom.
 
Both editions were released on March 6, 2011.
 
===Pokémon Black and White Pokédex===
The second volume contains a full Unova Pokédex listing, including {{p|Victini}}. The cover displays many Generation V Pokémon, including the final forms of the Unova Starter Pokémon. Unlike previous second volume books, this one did not contain a full National Pokédex listing, and many of the charts cover only the Unova Pokédex. A bonus poster containing all 152 Pokémon in the Unova Pokédex was included.
 
It covers how to complete the Unova Pokédex, wireless communications, using the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, the Pokémon Global Link, competitive battle strategies, the Battle Subway and Pokémon Musical. It was released on April 25, 2011.
 
=={{game|Black 2 and White 2|s}}==
[[File:Prima Guide B2W2 Vol 1.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Official Pokémon Black 2 White 2 Strategy Guide]]
 
The cover features the two new playable characters {{ga|Nate}} and {{ga|Rosa}} along with the three starters of the Unova region, Snivy, Oshawott and Tepig, and also the [[Form differences#Kyurem|two new forms of Kyurem]].
 
The book includes a complete walkthrough of the games, including all the new Gyms, Trainers, challenges, and the post-game as well as:
 
* Tips and tricks for evolving your Pokémon.
* A guide to becoming a star at the Pokéstar Studios and winning at the Pokémon World Tournament
* All the info you need to master the Medal Rally and to catch all of the Pokémon to complete your Pokédex!
* Hints and special information to help you find hidden items, with a location index!
* Matchup strategies to help you beat the toughest quartet of Trainers in the game, the Elite Four!
 
A collector's edition was released along side the standard version and included several items that were not available in the standard guide.
The collectors edition includes:
* A removable lenticular and four-color end sheets
* An interview with one of the members of the company behind the design of the games, Junichi Masuda of GAME FREAK, as well as unique art assets.
 
The collector's edition features a hard cover that is individually numbered on the inside with a special removable enticular cover featuring White and Black Kyurem.
 
Both editions were released on October 7th 2012.
 
==Additional cover art==
<gallery perrow=4>
File:DPPokedexGuide.gif|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Pokédex guide
File:HGSSPokedex.jpg|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Pokédex guide
File:Black White Volume 2.gif|Pokémon Black and White Pokédex guide
File:TimeDarknessGuide.gif|[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]] guide
File:SkyGuide.gif|[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]] guide
File:ShadowsAlmiaGuide.gif|[[Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia]] guide
File:Guardian Signs Guide cover.jpg|[[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs]] guide
File:PokePark Guide.jpg|[[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]] guide
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Prima Games
Prima Games.png
Prima Games logo
Founded 1990
Headquarters Shreveport, Louisiana
Type Subsidiary
Owner(s) GAMURS Group
Industry Publishing
Website

Worldwide: primagames.com

Previous logo

Prima Games is a subsidiary of GAMURS Group based in the United States that previously wrote companion strategy guides to video games and tabletop games. Prima has written strategy guides for core series Pokémon games and most major spin-off games, known as Prima's Official Strategy Guides.

In 2007, when Nintendo Power announced that they would no longer be publishing strategy guides, they appointed Prima Games as the officially endorsed publisher of licensed strategy guides. In 2015, with the merger of parent companies Penguin and Random House, competitor BradyGames was merged into Prima Games.

In March 2019, after being acquired by Asteri Holdings, Prima announced that they would exclusively publish online and cease publishing physical books.[1] The last Pokémon guidebook that Prima Games is credited for publishing is Pokémon Sword & Pokémon Shield: The Official Galar Region Pokédex. On January 3, 2022, GAMURS Group announced its acquisition of Prima Games.[2]

Pokémon strategy guides published by Prima Games

Pokémon Red and Blue: Prima's Official Strategy Guide, the first in the series

Core series

Side series

Spin-off games

Other

External links

References

  1. ↑ Asteri acquires Prima Games - GamesIndustry.biz (retrieved September 28, 2022)
  2. ↑ GAMURS Group acquires Prima Games - Dot Esports (retrieved September 28, 2022)


Core series: Pokémon Red and Blue • Pokémon Yellow
Pokémon Gold & Silver • Pokémon Master Pokédex • Pokémon Crystal • Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal
Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire • Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen • Pokémon Emerald
Pokémon 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition Complete Pokédex
Pokémon Diamond and Pearl (Pokédex) • Pokémon Platinum • Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver (Pokédex • Pocket Pokédex)
Pokémon Black and White (Pokédex • National Pokédex) • Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 (National Pokédex)
Pokémon X and Y (Pokédex & Postgame Adventure Guide) • Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire (National Pokédex)
Pokémon Sun and Moon (Pokédex & Postgame Adventure Guide) • Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (National Pokédex)
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! & Let's Go, Eevee! • Pokémon Sword and Shield (Galar Region Pokédex)
Spin-off Pokémon games: Pokémon Stadium • Pokémon Stadium 2 • Pokémon Colosseum • Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness • Pokémon Battle Revolution
Pokémon Trading Card Game (video game) • Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red and Blue Rescue Team
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Darkness • Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky
Pokémon Ranger • Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia • Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure
Other: Pokémon Trading Card Game



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