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RPG · Creature collecting

Pokémon

Every region is a fresh start. Find the best first Pokémon game for you.

Games on Switch
8
Story complexity
Easy to follow
Consoles
Switch · Switch 2

The story, simply explained

What is it?

Catch, train and battle creatures called Pokémon while exploring a new region.

What is the story about?

Most games follow a young trainer on a journey across a region, facing Gym Leaders and a villainous team.

Who are the main characters?

You and your Pokémon, plus each region's professor, rivals and champion.

Why play it?

Building your own team from hundreds of Pokémon.

Is the story connected?

Barely. Mainline games are independent. Legends games revisit regions at different points in time.

How many games should I play?

Just one. Each game is a complete adventure.

Choose your playing order

Every game stands alone — this order goes from easiest to most open.

Gear for the journey

Storage, cases, controllers and headsets that suit long story games.

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