>>42786362>>no dungeonsRainbow rocket, Vast poni canyon, USUM mount lanakila, and Haina desert exist
>>mostly hallwaysFalse. Routes 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17 all have branching paths
>>island region but you can't even surf between the islandsOkay, I'll give you this one, but I still think Mantine Surf is a good mini game
>>trials were a cool concept but had the lamest execution possibleHow? Trails are actually somewhat challenging unlike most gym leaders
>>dumb protection wear That's you opinion. Not only that, it's inane shit that doesn't even effect the gameplay
>>you're forced to ride pokemon that's not even yoursOkay, I'll give you this one
>>game overall is the antithesis of exploration and adventure, being stopped by NPCs every turn and cornerNot really. The interruptions are short and there exist optional areas such as Ten carat hill, Haina desert, Sandy cave, Blush mountain, Hau'oli cemetery etc.
