>>49971788These are the first core series games:
In which not every Pokémon revealed at the time is programmed into the games.
To have a decreased amount of TMs available compared to past games.
To not have any battle facilities since Pokémon Gold and Silver.
To not be compatible with previous core series titles in any way since Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, and as such, the first to be unable to trade with other core series games in their generation.
To not feature the GTS, a day-and-night cycle, or use two screens since Pokémon Diamond and Pearl.
To not feature Wonder Trade since Pokémon X and Y.
To not feature breeding since Pokémon Gold and Silver.
To not feature Abilities since Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire.
To not be compatible with the Pokémon Global Link since Pokémon Black and White.
To only have regional Pokémon in the main storyline since Pokémon Black and White.