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Gene Simmons flattered to see Pokemon Co. seemingly taking inspiration from KISS for Pokemon Sword & Shield's Obstagoon

How about a KISS?
by rawmeatcowboy
09 August 2019
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Earlier in the week, we got a chance to check out Obstagoon in Pokemon Sword & Shield, and the collective internet were quick to point out the Pokemon's resemblance to the rock band, KISS. Those comparisons made it all the way up to Gene Simmons, frontman for KISS. While Pokemon Co. hasn't commented on the comparisons, Simmons was more than happy to share his two cents.

"Pokémon has been a part of our household for decades, ever since our kids first discovered them, and to see Pokémon pay homage to KISS, is flattering."

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