Pikachu

Pikachu, assigned number 779 in the Funko Pop! Games line, was released in 2020 as part of the initial wave of figures launching Funko's formal collaboration with The Pokémon Company. The design utilizes the iconic, simplified aesthetic characteristic of the Pop! style, translating Ken Sugimori’s original character art into a stylized vinyl figure with an oversized head and circular black eyes. This figure was created to bridge the immense global popularity of the Pokémon franchise with the collectible vinyl market that Funko had cultivated over the previous decade.

The reception of this figure was significant, as it represented a landmark licensing agreement that fans had requested for years. Funko designers opted for a classic pose that highlights Pikachu's signature rosy cheeks and lightning bolt-shaped tail, aiming to preserve the character's immediate recognizability while adhering to their standardized aesthetic. The release served as a foundational piece for what would eventually become an expansive series of figures covering numerous generations of Pokémon creatures.