{"id":314319,"date":"2024-09-15T08:00:03","date_gmt":"2024-09-15T08:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/?p=314319"},"modified":"2024-09-15T08:00:02","modified_gmt":"2024-09-15T08:00:02","slug":"best-pokemon-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/best-pokemon-games","title":{"rendered":"10+ Best Pok\u00e9mon Games to Play in 2024: Catch \u2018Em All"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Pok\u00e9mon franchise is one of the biggest ever, thriving on Nintendo <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/17141\/video-game-console\">consoles<\/a> for decades. Each new Nintendo generation comes with some of the best Pok\u00e9mon games, and the Nintendo Switch generation is no different.<\/p>\n<p>The newest generation Pok\u00e9mon games let gamers catch pocket monsters but usually have a unique twist in the traditional formula. From the blocky characters of Pok\u00e9mon Quest to the open-world adventure of Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Arceus, the best Pok\u00e9mon games avoid franchise fatigue by introducing new mechanics, areas, and art styles.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<h2><span id=\"key_takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Nintendo Switch offers remakes, remasters, and new Pok\u00e9mon games.<\/li>\n<li>Thanks to the Nintendo Switch Online+ subscription, four classic Pok\u00e9mon games are also available to play.<\/li>\n<li>Games like Pok\u00e9mon Unite and Pok\u00e9mon Quest bring the beloved franchise to mobile devices.<\/li>\n<li>The latest release, Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Arceus, gives players a taste of open-world adventure.<\/li>\n<li>With Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Z-A releasing in 2025, players still have plenty of time to dig into multiple Pok\u00e9mon games.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div>\n    <section class=\"toc-sticky w-100 bg-white \">\n        <div class=\"toc-sticky__container container\">\n            <div class=\"toc-sticky__open d-flex align-items-end\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                 aria-controls=\"multiCollapse1\"\n                 data-bs-target=\"#multiCollapse1\">\n                <button\n                        class=\"btn btn-primary collapse-action-btn p-1 rounded-circle\"\n                        type=\"button\"\n                >\n                    <i class=\"icon-chevron-up\"><\/i>\n                <\/button>\n                <span id=\"toc-current-title\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center\">\n                    Table of Contents\n                <\/span>\n                <span class=\"toc-main-title-permanent\">Table of Contents<\/span>\n  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Nintendo Switch Online offers a good variety of Pok\u00e9mon games from older consoles. Unfortunately, many beloved classics like Pok\u00e9mon HeartGold and SoulSilver remain on Nintendo DS.<\/p>\n<h3>10. Pok\u00e9mon Unite<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314325\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314325\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Unite-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Unite brings the RPG series over to the MOBA genre to great success\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Unite-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Unite-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Unite-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Unite-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Unite-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Unite.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314325\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pok\u00e9mon Unite brings the RPG series over to the MOBA genre to great success. Source: The Pok\u00e9mon Company<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Pok\u00e9mon-theme MOBA, online play, 5v5<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: TiMi Studios<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pok\u00e9mon Company<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-unite-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Free on Nintendo Switch<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.pokemon.pokemonunite&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Android<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/pok%C3%A9mon-unite\/id1512321575\" target=\"_blank\">iOS<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Unite is a MOBA made for phones and Switch. Like Dota 2 and League of Legends, players pick their favorite Pok\u00e9mon and battle in a 5v5 team fight. Thanks to its short matches and easy controls, Unite is considered one of the easiest MOBAs on mobile platforms. Apart from having fan-favorite Pok\u00e9mon, the game isn&#8217;t reinventing the mobile MOBA wheel.<\/p>\n<p>Each Pok\u00e9mon has unique moves, making the gameplay engaging. The game also supports cross-platform play, so friends on Nintendo Switch and smartphones can join the battle together. The title also offers voice chat for easy communication, the first in Pok\u00e9mon history.<\/p>\n<p>Overly aggressive monetization knocks Pok\u00e9mon Unite to the end of the list. The microtransactions are nearly unavoidable here. Free-to-play grind can take weeks of play to get a single new Pok\u00e9mon. With that said, Pok\u00e9mon Unite is still one of the best mobile Pok\u00e9mon games and a great entry point for players new to MOBA.<\/p>\n<h3>9. Pok\u00e9mon Quest<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314328\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314328\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Quest is a free-to-play mobile game that reimagines the Kanto region\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest-1980x1114.jpg 1980w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Quest.jpg 1999w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314328\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pok\u00e9mon Quest is a free-to-play mobile game that reimagines the Kanto region. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Base builder, free-to-play, casual game<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: Game Freak<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pok\u00e9mon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-quest-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Free on Nintendo Switch<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.pokemon.pokemonquest&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Android<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/pok%C3%A9mon-quest\/id1345187641\" target=\"_blank\">iOS<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Quest is another free-to-play game that saw a simultaneous release on Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. The Minecraft-styled voxel graphics of Pok\u00e9mon Quest look charming and well-designed. The game reimagines the original Kanto region Pok\u00e9mon in the new graphics style, leading to some adorably blocky monsters.<\/p>\n<p>Set on Tumblecube Island, players build their base and recruit a team of Pok\u00e9mon. The main goal is to use Pok\u00e9mon to face challenges and eliminate wild Pok\u00e9mon from the island. Thanks to its simple gameplay loop, the game is one of the best free Pok\u00e9mon games for casual players. With no price of admission, Pok\u00e9mon Quest is easy to get into.<\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Quest requires quite a lot of grinding. Sacrificing Pok\u00e9mon is necessary to gain experience and evolve, which is never a great feeling. The gameplay is somewhat addictive, but the usual free-to-play mobile game tropes make it hard to enjoy for older players. We recommend playing casually for the best experience.<\/p>\n<h3>8. Detective Pikachu Returns<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314330\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314330\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Detective-Pikachu-Returns-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Hot off the heels of a big box office smash, Detective Pikachu Returns delivers for Switch\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Detective-Pikachu-Returns-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Detective-Pikachu-Returns-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Detective-Pikachu-Returns-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Detective-Pikachu-Returns.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314330\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hot off the heels of a big box office smash, Detective Pikachu Returns delivers for Switch. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Simple gameplay, rudimentary story, a talking Pikachu<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: Creatures Inc.<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pok\u00e9mon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/detective-pikachu-returns-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$49.99 on Nintendo eShop<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Detective Pikachu Returns is a sequel to the 2016 Nintendo 3DS game featuring a talking Pikachu. The game also received a live-action treatment way before other, more popular IPs in the franchise. The coffee-drinking Pikachu is a crime-solving detective in Ryme City. Along with his partner Tim Goodman, Pikachu is searching for Tim&#8217;s dad Harry Goodman.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to the closed gameplay, the story is painfully simple to follow. Detective Pikachu Returns might be too easy for advanced gamers but a little complicated for young ones. It&#8217;s a perfect Pok\u00e9mon for new gamers playing under a parent&#8217;s or older sibling&#8217;s guidance.<\/p>\n<p>Detective Pikachu Returns is one of the best Pok\u00e9mon games for kids, but the puzzles feel half-baked. The story revelations are predictable, even for kids. The only saving graces are the investigation-based gameplay and a talking Pikachu.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Pokk\u00e9n Tournament DX<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314332\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314332\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokken-Tournament-DX-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Pokk\u00e9n Tournament DX reimagines Pok\u00e9mon characters as fighters\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokken-Tournament-DX-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokken-Tournament-DX-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokken-Tournament-DX-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokken-Tournament-DX.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314332\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pokk\u00e9n Tournament DX reimagines Pok\u00e9mon characters as fighters. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Fighting game, 23 characters, local multiplayer<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: Bandai Namco<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pokemon Company, Nintendo, Bandai Namco<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokken-tournament-dx-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo eShop<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Pokk\u00e9n Tournament DX is an enhanced port of the original 2015 Wii U version. The game has a Pok\u00e9mon roster fighting each other like an arcade fighting game. Developed by Bandai Namco, the game borrows heavily from Tekken, a popular fighting game franchise. Instead of Jin Kazama and Nina Williams, players take control of Charizard and Pikachu.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a new take on &#8220;Pok\u00e9mon fights&#8221; and feels refreshing, especially if you don&#8217;t like turn-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/27052\/role-playing-game-rpg\">RPG<\/a>s. The enhanced Nintendo Switch version also brings a couple of new Pok\u00e9mon to the fight. Decidueye, Blastoise, and Aegislash join the fray in Pokken Tournament DX. It&#8217;s one of the best Pok\u00e9mon spin-offs for fans of action.<\/p>\n<p>Despite having 23 Pok\u00e9mon fighters, the gameplay can be shallow. Pokk\u00e9n Tournament DX presents a fresh gimmick that&#8217;s great in small bursts, especially if you have friends over. However, the title lacks the depth of some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/best-fighting-games\">best fighting games<\/a>, such as Tekken 8 or Street Fighter 6.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314333\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314333\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Scarlet-and-Violet-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Scarlet and Violent was a bold new beginning for the franchise\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Scarlet-and-Violet-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Scarlet-and-Violet-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Scarlet-and-Violet-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Scarlet-and-Violet.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314333\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Scarlet and Violent was a bold new beginning for the franchise. Source: Ninten<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Open world, RPG, three storylines<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: Game Freak<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pokemon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-scarlet-switch\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo eShop<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-violet-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo eShop<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Scarlet and Violet are still going strong, thanks to the new DLC. There&#8217;s plenty to like about the game: the open-world design is exciting to explore, many NPCs to chat with, and Pok\u00e9mon to catch. Players are free to explore the Paldea region in any direction. The three storylines can be played in order, further increasing the feeling of freedom.<\/p>\n<p>There are plenty of new Pok\u00e9mon to capture in this open-world game. The new Tera Pok\u00e9mon are a welcome and very cool-looking addition. The story arguably isn&#8217;t as engaging as its predecessors, but it should keep you motivated to continue your collection. Due to its stripped-back features, it lacks the depth of some of the best Pok\u00e9mon RPG games, but it&#8217;s certainly an enjoyable ride.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, the game&#8217;s controversial launch was plagued with game-breaking bugs and bland visuals. The aging Nintendo Switch hardware struggled to keep a steady frame rate despite the outdated graphics, leading to an inconsistent experience. However, the game is doing much better now, thanks to updates, making Scarlet and Violet a great Pokemon game to play in 2024.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Pok\u00e9mon Brilliant Diamond &amp; Shining Pearl<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314334\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314334\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Brilliant-Diamond-Shining-Pearl-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl bring the Generation Four classics to modern audiences\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Brilliant-Diamond-Shining-Pearl-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Brilliant-Diamond-Shining-Pearl-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Brilliant-Diamond-Shining-Pearl-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Brilliant-Diamond-Shining-Pearl.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314334\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl bring the Generation Four classics to modern audiences. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Remake, RPG, 3D graphics<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: ILCA<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pokemon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-brilliant-diamond-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo eShop<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-shining-pearl-switch\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo eShop<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Brilliant Diamond &amp; Shining Pearl is another remake of a Nintendo DS original. The game aims to faithfully recreate the charm of the original for modern audiences and give returning players a graphical update. The title comes with standard remake quality-of-life improvements that make the game palatable for new fans.<\/p>\n<p>The game is considered a good returning point for Pok\u00e9mon fans. Pok\u00e9mon Brilliant Diamond &amp; Shining Pearl remained too faithful to the original release, making it feel outdated in some aspects. While the better graphics and the inclusion of Grand Underground are welcome additions, the game still lacked meaningful changes to become a big hit.<\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Brilliant Diamond &amp; Shining Pearl changes the original&#8217;s pixel art to full 3D graphics. The game also reintroduces characters like Lucas and Dawn in a chibi style. It can be argued that ILCA should have adapted Platinum instead, the definitive version of the Generation Four experience, but both games here are among the best Pok\u00e9mon games on Switch.<\/p>\n<h3>4. New Pok\u00e9mon Snap<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314337\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314337\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/New-Pokemon-Snap-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"New Pokemon Snap is a gorgeous exploration game focused on photography\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/New-Pokemon-Snap-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/New-Pokemon-Snap-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/New-Pokemon-Snap-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/New-Pokemon-Snap.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314337\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">New Pokemon Snap is a gorgeous exploration game focused on photography. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Relaxing gameplay, casual, on rails photography<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: Bandai Namco Entertainment<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pokemon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/new-pokemon-snap-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo Switch<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Players looking for a relaxed Pok\u00e9mon experience will appreciate New Pok\u00e9mon Snap. The game continues the cult classic Nintendo 64 title and builds upon it in meaningful ways. Players play as a Pok\u00e9mon photographer visiting the Lental region and helping a professor with research.<\/p>\n<p>There are no Pok\u00e9mon to capture here, no turn-based battles, and no exploration. New Pok\u00e9mon Snap offers an on-rail experience that takes players through the world in a guided tour. Observing Pok\u00e9mon in their natural habitat is the main draw here. The only capturing involved is of photos, making New Pok\u00e9mon Snap the perfect game for pacifist players.<\/p>\n<p>The smaller and limited scope leads to great-looking visuals, making New Pok\u00e9mon Snap one of the best-looking games in the franchise. The sense of immersion from observing your favorite Pok\u00e9mon in the wild is unparalleled here. It&#8217;s one of the best Pok\u00e9mon spin-offs you can play now and beautifully reimagines a true classic of yesteryear, despite its casual pace.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Pok\u00e9mon: Let&#8217;s Go, Pikachu! and Let&#8217;s Go, Eevee!<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314338\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314338\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Lets-Go-Pikachu-and-Lets-Go-Eevee-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"The Let's Go games are remakes of the original Game Boy Pok\u00e9mon title, aimed at kids\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Lets-Go-Pikachu-and-Lets-Go-Eevee-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Lets-Go-Pikachu-and-Lets-Go-Eevee-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Lets-Go-Pikachu-and-Lets-Go-Eevee-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Lets-Go-Pikachu-and-Lets-Go-Eevee.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314338\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Let&#8217;s Go games are remakes of the original Game Boy Pok\u00e9mon title, aimed at kids. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Traditional RPG, remake, motion controls<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: Game Freak<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pok\u00e9mon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-lets-go-pikachu-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo Switch<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-lets-go-eevee-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo Switch<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon: Let&#8217;s Go, Pikachu! and Let&#8217;s Go, Eevee! are remakes of the 90s classic game released on Game Boy. The game treads almost the same path as the original. There are still eight gym leaders to beat and Elite Four members to encounter, but the game throws several welcome changes into the mix.<\/p>\n<p>Players can customize a Pikachu or Eevee (depending on the version) throughout the adventure. Pok\u00e9mon can be seen in the overworld, and players can capture them without battling. Pok\u00e9mon: Let&#8217;s Go, Pikachu! and Let&#8217;s Go, Eevee! is widely considered one of the best Pok\u00e9mon games on Switch, featuring the traditional formula.<\/p>\n<p>The game also has beautiful visuals, surpassing Arceus and Sword &amp; Shield. The Pok\u00e9mon Go-style capturing system supports motion gameplay with Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers. However, the motion controls can be hit or miss, leading to some sour experiences.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Pok\u00e9mon Sword &amp; Shield<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314339\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314339\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Sword-Shield-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Sword and Shield finally delivered a fully-fledged console experience\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Sword-Shield-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Sword-Shield-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Sword-Shield-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Sword-Shield.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314339\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sword and Shield finally delivered a fully-fledged console experience. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Semi-open world, streamlined gameplay, online features<br \/>\n<strong>Developer<\/strong>: Game Freak<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher<\/strong>: The Pokemon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-sword-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo Switch<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-shield-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo Switch<br \/>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<p>The first Pok\u00e9mon game in the mainline series to grace home consoles, not handhelds, is still one of the best Pok\u00e9mon games to play in 2024. The title streamlined multiple tedious aspects of the long-running series. Although fans were not pleased with the reduced Pok\u00e9dex, the excellent DLCs helped calm everyone down.<\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Sword &amp; Shield is also among the best-selling Pok\u00e9mon games. The game offered a semi-open world experience, letting players explore areas at their leisure. Featuring an area based on the UK, Pok\u00e9mon can be seen roaming around the overworld.<\/p>\n<p>Sword &amp; Shield does have online elements; players can be seen riding their bikes in the overworld. Raid events let players team up to take down a pocket monster. There are innovations, but the game requires the Expansion Pass for the definitive experience. Well worth playing if you want traditional RPG gameplay at its peak.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Arceus<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_314341\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-314341\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Legends-Arceus-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Arceus goes back to the beginning of the franchise\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"wp-image-314341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Legends-Arceus-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Legends-Arceus-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Legends-Arceus-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Pokemon-Legends-Arceus.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-314341\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Arceus goes back to the beginning of the franchise. Source: Nintendo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#F7F7F7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<strong>Highlights:<\/strong> Open-world, story-focused, new region.<br \/>\n<strong>Developer:<\/strong> Game Freak<br \/>\n<strong>Publisher:<\/strong> The Pokemon Company, Nintendo<br \/>\n<strong>Availability and Cost:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-legends-arceus-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">$59.99 on Nintendo Switch<br \/>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Arceus is one of the best Pok\u00e9mon games for Switch. Set in the Hisui region based on the island of Hokkaido in Japan, the open-world game refreshes the series. The game doesn&#8217;t stick to nearly 25-year-old mechanics introduced in the first Pok\u00e9mon game. Instead, Pok\u00e9mon Legends: Arceus opts for new mechanics and gameplay loop.<\/p>\n<p>The open world is alive with Pok\u00e9mon roaming about. The game does away with the traditional &#8220;young trainer wants to be the best&#8221; story and features clans, time travel, and the creation of the first Pok\u00e9dex. The world design is more akin to Capcom&#8217;s Monster Hunter series, with open areas anchored by a central village.<\/p>\n<p>The only downside is the visuals. The game looks dated and can occasionally struggle on the aging Nintendo Switch hardware. Apart from a few repetitive quests, Legends: Arceus delivers the best Pok\u00e9mon gameplay seen to date, thanks to its action approach.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"more_of_the_best_pokemon_games_to_play_in_cur_year\">More of the Best Pok\u00e9mon Games to Play in 2024<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-tabs su-tabs-style-default su-tabs-mobile-stack su-tabs-vertical\" data-active=\"1\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-tabs-nav\"><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Go<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Caf\u00e9 ReMix<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Puzzle League<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Stadium 2<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"su-tabs-panes\"><div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"&lt;strong&gt;Pok\u00e9mon Go&lt;\/strong&gt;\">\n<p>A free-to-play mobile game that combines Pok\u00e9mon and augmented reality to bring pocket monsters to life. <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/pok%C3%A9mon-go\/id1094591345\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cost: <\/strong>Free<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"&lt;strong&gt;Pok\u00e9mon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX&lt;\/strong&gt;\">\n<p>A cross between Pok\u00e9mon and Mystery Dungeon Series with a beautiful art style. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-mystery-dungeon-rescue-team-dx-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $60<\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"&lt;strong&gt;Pok\u00e9mon Caf\u00e9 ReMix&lt;\/strong&gt;\">\n<p>An adorable puzzle game featuring a cafe run by cute Pok\u00e9mon. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-cafe-remix-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cost: Free<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"&lt;strong&gt;Pok\u00e9mon Puzzle League&lt;\/strong&gt;\">\n<p>A puzzle block game where players flip squares to create rows. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/switch\/online\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cost: <\/strong>Included in Nintendo Switch Online+ subscription<\/a>.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"&lt;strong&gt;Pok\u00e9mon Stadium 2&lt;\/strong&gt;\">\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Stadium 2 features an extensive Pok\u00e9dex and library guide along with standard Pok\u00e9mon gameplay. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/switch\/online\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Included in Nintendo Switch Online+ Subscription<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"the_bottom_line\">The Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Nintendo Switch boasts of a healthy Pok\u00e9mon game library. From remakes to brand new experiences, there is a Pok\u00e9mon made for everyone on the latest Nintendo handheld. A few modern, open-world games do get restricted by Switch hardware. With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/nintendo-switch-2-release-date\">Nintendo Switch 2<\/a> rumored to be on the way, fans can expect the best Pok\u00e9mon games list to grow bigger and better.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"man_faq_sec\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"><section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is considered the best Pok\u00e9mon game?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Pok\u00e9mon HeartGold & SoulSilver are considered to be the best Pok\u00e9mon games ever. Both titles can only be played on the Nintendo DS and 3DS consoles.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the best Pok\u00e9mon game to start with?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Pok\u00e9mon Sword & Shield are a great starting point for newcomers, thanks to their accessible gameplay.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">How do I play the Pok\u00e9mon games in order?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Pok\u00e9mon\u00a0 Legends: Arceus comes first in the Chronological order and is a great place to start. However, most Pok\u00e9mon games are self-contained, stand-alone experiences.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the best starter Pok\u00e9mon?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The best starter Pok\u00e9mon depends on the generation and game. Some consider Empoleon a good starter thanks to its Water and Steel combo. Others love Swampert, which combines Water and Ground types.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the longest Pok\u00e9mon game?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Pok\u00e9mon Diamond & Pearl averages around 40 hours just for the main story, making it the longest Pok\u00e9mon game. Most of the series ranges from 25 to 35 hours to beat.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the most popular Pok\u00e9mon game?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Pok\u00e9mon Go has nearly 150 million monthly active users, making it one of the most popular free-to-play Pok\u00e9mon games.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the best-selling Pok\u00e9mon game of all time?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Pok\u00e9mon Red & Blue sold over 31 million copies, making it the most popular Pok\u00e9mon game ever.<\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<div class=\"reference-content\">\n<div class=\"reference-heading reference-content-collapsible-heading\">\n<h2><span id=\"references\">References<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"reference-content-body\">\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-unite-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon UNITE for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.pokemon.pokemonunite&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon UNITE &#8211; Apps on Google Play<\/a> (Play.google)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/pok%C3%A9mon-unite\/id1512321575\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon UNITE on the App Store<\/a> (Apps.apple)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-quest-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122 Quest for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.pokemon.pokemonquest&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon Quest &#8211; Apps on Google Play<\/a> (Play.google)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/pok%C3%A9mon-quest\/id1345187641\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon Quest on the App Store<\/a> (Apps.apple)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/detective-pikachu-returns-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Detective Pikachu\u2122 Returns for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokken-tournament-dx-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pokk\u00e9n Tournament\u2122 DX for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-scarlet-switch\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122 Scarlet for the Nintendo Switch system\u2122 \u2013 Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-violet-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pokemon Violet<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-brilliant-diamond-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122 Brilliant Diamond for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-shining-pearl-switch\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122 Shining Pearl for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/new-pokemon-snap-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">New Pok\u00e9mon Snap\u2122 for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-lets-go-pikachu-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122: Let&#8217;s Go, Pikachu! for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-lets-go-eevee-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122: Let&#8217;s Go, Eevee! for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-sword-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122 Sword for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-shield-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122 Shield for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-legends-arceus-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon\u2122 Legends: Arceus\u2013 Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/pok%C3%A9mon-go\/id1094591345\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon GO on the App Store<\/a> (Apps.apple)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-mystery-dungeon-rescue-team-dx-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon Mystery Dungeon\u2122: Rescue Team DX for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/products\/pokemon-cafe-remix-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pok\u00e9mon Caf\u00e9 ReMix for Nintendo Switch &#8211; Nintendo Official Site<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/switch\/online\/\" target=\"_blank\">Nintendo Switch Online overview<\/a> (Nintendo)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Pok\u00e9mon franchise is one of the biggest ever, thriving on Nintendo consoles for decades. 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