>>50024590For some context, I only played Emerald and Heart Gold as a kid initially. I played almost everything up to ORAS during SM’s prerelease and played again last year.
RBY: Not as bad as people make them out to be but FRLG are infinitely better
GSC: Never played
RSE: Like but not as much as I used to. Genuinely don’t see what makes Emerald the best in the series for some even after doing some of the Battle Frontier last year. Water routes suck ass.
FRLG: Fun but the limitations with the Gen 2/3 Pokémon was dumb and made me lose interest in the post game.
DPPt: Diamond & Pearl are definitely flawed games but not nearly as flawed as people make them out to be. Platinum is still the peak of the franchise.
HGSS: Great games but they’re not flawless. Nothing against Johto but never been able to feel fully immersed in it even as a kid.
BW: Fine. Story is overrated as fuck and the constant stops for another conversation about truths vs ideals gets annoying. Still enjoyed everything else for the most part.
B2W2: Haven’t played.
XY: Fine. Story is whatever but the side content like Berry farming, customization, and Super Training/Amie are underrated. The best part of the game is the region.
ORAS: Like the additions/changes to Hoenn but probably my least favorite 3D game. Still loathe the water section.
SM: Genuinely enjoyed but not as much as I did the first time. Alola’s my favorite region from a thematic standpoint. Constant interruptions were annoying but I feel as though they’re overblown by the fanbase. Kanto pandering always got an eye roll out of me.
USUM: Some of the most fun I’ve had with a Pokémon game. Only thing I’d say I hate is the downgraded story. Best 3D game for me besides maybe Legends Arceus
LGPE: Still hate it and dropped it after beating Surge.
SwSh: Disappointing. Easiest games yet. Region has a unique feel which I did enjoy. Exploration is non existent. Characters are cool. DLC doesn’t change much. Got burnt out frequently
