Pokémon Gifts for Adults
If you grew up swapping cards in the playground and battling on a chunky Game Boy, those Pokémon habits never really left. They just got a bit more refined. This guide gathers the pieces worth displaying, collecting and gifting now that nostalgia comes with grown-up taste.
From plush companions that look smart on a shelf to portfolios that keep prized cards pristine, every pick here suits an adult fan rather than a nursery. Whether you're treating yourself or a fellow 90s kid, expect comfort, craft and a knowing wink to childhood favourites.
1. Pokémon: Pocket PVC Statue: Dragon Type (1 Pcs)
Pokémon — £12.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A neat Dragon Type PVC statue that earns its spot on a desk or bookshelf. Small enough to dot among grown-up decor, it's an easy, affordable way to mark your favourite type without going full toy box.
2. Pokemon Adventures: Volume 1 (Collectors Edition)
Pokémon — £11.35 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Collectors Edition of Pokémon Adventures Volume 1 is a properly nostalgic read for fans who remember the manga era. Smart on a coffee table and satisfying to revisit, it's a thoughtful gift for the storyteller in your life.
3. Pokémon: Plush: Gengar
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Gengar's mischievous grin makes this plush a brilliant pick for fans with a darker sense of humour. Soft enough to display proudly on a sofa or shelf, it's a cult favourite that adult collectors genuinely adore.
4. Pokémon: Mini Figure: Nighty Night Collection (1 Pcs)
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From the Nighty Night Collection, this mini figure leans into cosy, sleepy charm. It's a gentle, characterful little piece for an adult fan's bedside or desk, ideal as a low-key stocking filler with plenty of personality.
5. Pokémo: Eevee Crochet Kit
Pokémon — £14.75 at Forbidden Planet. View details
For the crafty fan, this Eevee crochet kit turns nostalgia into a satisfying make-it-yourself project. It's a lovely slow-hobby gift, rewarding patience with a handmade Eevee that means far more than something straight off the shelf.
6. Pokémon Primers: Book 1: ABC Book
Pokémon — £8.67 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A charming Pokémon ABC book that doubles as a sweet bit of nostalgia for grown-up fans. Approachable and beautifully themed, it makes an affectionate gift, or a gentle way to share the obsession with the next generation.
7. Pokémon: Pop! Vinyl Figure: Magmar
Pokémon — £9.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Magmar gets the Pop! Vinyl treatment, making a great pick for collectors who favour the classic Kanto roster. Stylised and shelf-ready, it slots neatly alongside an existing display without dominating the room.
8. Pokémon: The Ultimate Search & Find Travel Collection
Pokémon — £10.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
The Ultimate Search & Find Travel Collection is a low-tech bit of fun for commutes and journeys. A pleasingly analogue gift for adult fans who fancy a screen-free nostalgia hit while they're on the move.
9. Pokémon: Plush: Mew
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Mew's mythical status makes this plush a real heart-tugger for original-generation fans. Soft, iconic and instantly recognisable, it's a tasteful display piece that quietly signals you've been here since the very beginning.
10. Pokémon: Premium Pop! Vinyl Figure: Pikachu
Pokémon — £16.00 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Premium Pop! Vinyl Pikachu is a step up for the discerning collector. As the franchise's most recognisable face, it's a safe, crowd-pleasing gift that looks the part on any shelf or desk.
11. Pokémon: Plush: Espeon
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Espeon's elegant, psychic-type design makes this plush one of the more sophisticated picks here. A favourite among Eeveelution devotees, it's soft, striking and perfectly at home in a grown-up fan's collection.
12. Pokemon: 9pocket Portfolio: Megacharizard X & Megacharizard Y
Pokémon — £11.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A 9-pocket portfolio featuring Mega Charizard X and Y, built for collectors who actually care about their cards. It keeps prized pulls safe and organised, the practical, premium gift for any returning TCG enthusiast.