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in All the online tier lists, RBY always gets dropped into the lowest tier.
However, it’s linearity and map design wins out over Gen II and others.
Where Gold & Silver opens up at the fourth gym, Red & Blue keeps the linear progression, retaining not only a consistent level curve, but also consistent HM progression.
On top of that, Gen 1’s dungeon design is overlooked. Everything is much more memorable and the puzzles are cleverly designed, even compared to Emerald, which relies heavily on landmarks and water traversal.
Generation 1 deserves more respect. It’s not a “proof of concept”, it’s a solid entry and the foundation of the series for a reason.
However, it’s linearity and map design wins out over Gen II and others.
Where Gold & Silver opens up at the fourth gym, Red & Blue keeps the linear progression, retaining not only a consistent level curve, but also consistent HM progression.
On top of that, Gen 1’s dungeon design is overlooked. Everything is much more memorable and the puzzles are cleverly designed, even compared to Emerald, which relies heavily on landmarks and water traversal.
Generation 1 deserves more respect. It’s not a “proof of concept”, it’s a solid entry and the foundation of the series for a reason.
