The DEFINITIVE Pokémon experience, folks.

For Gen 1, Yellow Version, you play as Red and choose Pikachu.

For Gen 2, Crystal Version, you play as Kris and choose Chikorita.

For Gen 3, Emerald Version, you play as May and choose Torchic.

For Gen 3, FR/LG Version, you play as Red and choose Charmander.

For Gen 4, Platinum Version, you play as Lucas and choose Turtwig.

For Gen 4, HG/SS Version, you play as Ethan and choose Cyndaquil.

For Gen 5, Black Version, you play as Hilda and choose Oshawott.

For Gen 5, Black Version 2, you play as Nate and choose Snivy.

For Gen 6, X Version, you play as Calem and choose Froakie.

For Gen 6, OR/AS Version, you play as Brendan and choose Treecko.

For Gen 7, Moon Version, you play as Sun and choose Rowlet.

For Gen 7, Ultra Sun Version, you play as Sun and choose Litten.