Pokemon turns 30 this year, which is a fact that may turn many older gamers (the writer of this article included) into dust. The Pokemon Company is gearing up for a big year of celebration, which has officially begun with a 60-second ad that aired during tonight’s Super Bowl 60.

The commercial features international celebrities like Trevor Noah, Lady Gaga, Blackpink’s Jisoo, and Puerto Rican rapper Young Miko, all sharing their favorite pocket monsters from across Pokemon’s 30-year history. Lady Gaga notably chooses Jigglypuff, and then proceeds to sing the Jigglypuff lullaby right in the middle of the ad–adding “Lady Gaga sings the Jigglypuff lullaby” to the list of things we thought we’d never see.

While this Super Bowl ad doesn’t reveal any specific projects or products, The Pokemon Company has confirmed two anniversary-themed events for fans to look for throughout the year. The What’s Your Favorite? Fan Photo Creations event in Pokemon Go will let players use a new camera feature to post photos of their favorite Pokemon.

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