Show HN: PokeTokenBar – Raise a Pokémon with your AI token usage (github.com)

PokeTokenBar is a new macOS application that gamifies AI coding token usage by transforming it into a Pokémon-raising experience within the menu bar. Users can hatch and evolve in-game Pokémon by spending their daily tokens from services like Claude Code, Codex, and Gemini CLI. The app functions as a detailed usage tracker, allowing users to monitor their token spend and access official usage limits without needing to open a dedicated dashboard or browser tab. With intuitive features like egg-hatching and Pokémon evolution based on real Gen 1-5 lines from the PokéAPI, PokeTokenBar combines practical usage tracking with engaging gameplay. This project is significant for the AI/ML community as it encourages developers to be mindful of their token usage while providing a fun and interactive way to engage with their coding activity. The application reads data directly from local logs, ensuring user privacy and a streamlined experience without reliance on external tools. By rewarding users with Pokémon for coding effort, PokeTokenBar not only promotes responsible token management but also fosters a light-hearted acknowledgment of the challenges developers face in managing AI resources efficiently.