The original Bakugan Battle Brawlers anime series premiered in Japan, kicking off the franchise's popularity.
The English dubbed version of Bakugan Battle Brawlers premiered in North America, significantly expanding the franchise's reach.
The first Bakugan Battle Brawlers video game was released for Nintendo DS and PlayStation 2, marking the franchise's expansion into gaming.
The sequel series to the original anime, Bakugan: Gundalian Invaders, premiered, continuing the story and maintaining franchise momentum.
Bakugan Battle Planet, a reboot of the original series, premiered, revitalizing the franchise for a new generation.
The Bakugan creatures are discovered on the planet Vestroia, a parallel world connected to Earth.
The first known battle using Bakugan takes place between the factions of Vestroia, establishing the role of Bakugan in their society.
Bakugan creatures are brought to Earth where humans begin to engage in Bakugan battles as a new form of competition and friendship.
A group of young humans who befriend Bakugan form the Battle Brawlers team to protect Earth and Vestroia from various threats.
The Bakugan Battle Brawlers face the antagonist Naga, who seeks to control all Bakugan and conquer both worlds.
A power struggle erupts on Vestroia involving the Bakugan and their abilities, resulting in a decisive battle that affects both Vestroia and Earth.
The Bakugan Battle Brawlers ally with the Resistance faction to battle against the Vestals who aim to dominate both worlds with their Bakugan.
The Battle Brawlers successfully defeat the Vestal invaders, restoring peace and balance between Earth and Vestroia.
With the conflicts resolved, an era of peace begins and official Bakugan leagues are established on Earth for friendly battles.
