<P> The second generation of Pokémon began in 1999 with the release of Pokémon Gold and Silver for Game Boy Color . Like the previous generation , an enhanced version titled Pokémon Crystal was later released . The second generation introduced 100 new species of Pokémon , starting with Chikorita and ending with Celebi . The Pokédex totaled 251 Pokémon to collect , train , and battle , set in Johto , inspired by Japan 's Kansai region . The Pokémon mini is a handheld game console released in November 2001 in North America , December 2001 in Japan , and 2002 in Europe . </P>
when did the second generation of pokemon come out
The second generation of Pokémon began in 1999 with the release of Pokémon Gold and Silver for Game Boy Color