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Pokémon is a Japanese media franchise consisting of video games, animated series and films, a trading card game, and other related media. The franchise takes place in a shared universe in which humans co-exist with creatures known as Pokémon, a large variety of species endowed with special powers. The franchise's primary target audience is children aged 5 to 12, but it is known to attract people of all ages.

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Which Pokemon game is the best mainline game? (piefed.ca)

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I'm wondering what, in your opinion, is the best Pokémon game. Specifically not your favourite, but the one you would show to a complete newcomer to show what the mainline series is at its best.

My personal thought would be either Emerald or HG/SS, but I admittedly haven't kept up with the series so much after Black and White 1, which I disliked the designs for and found too slow and hand-holdy.

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[–] the16bitgamer@programming.dev 5 points 1 week ago

For me it depends on what I’m looking for in a Pokemon game.

Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald is just a good all rounder, though some of its battle mechanics are outdated.

Diamond/Pearl/Platinum is the best if exploration is your Jam

Black/White/Black2/White2 is the best for combat and battle mechanics

Heart Gold and Soul Sliver if you want an excellent post game