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What's the best Pokémon game for beginners?

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LazarusTheLost
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Posted: Sat, 03/12/2022 17:08 (1 Year ago)
I'm still incredibly new to pokemon, but I've been thinking of buying one of the games to help myself understand the concept. Any suggestions on which I should get?
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Posted: Sat, 03/12/2022 17:17 (1 Year ago)
Haven't played any of the following other than X, but the games from XY onwards (XY, ORAS, S/M, US/UM, SW/SH) are known for being more hand-holdy and easier. Scarlet and Violet seem to be a little bit more challenging from what I've seen, and Legends: Arceus probably isn't good for a beginner as its more of a one-off gameplay wise.

I'd suggest X or Y, but any of the other ones I listed would also be great. If you wanted something a bit older, I think Diamond/Pearl/Platinum would also be good for beginners! Just not anything Gen 1-3 or HG/SS imo, they need a bit more experience I think. ironic considering they were the first games.
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Posted: Sun, 04/12/2022 11:04 (1 Year ago)
Play them all in order when they released
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Posted: Mon, 05/12/2022 07:29 (1 Year ago)
I guess it really depends on if you'd like something more free roam, linear, or hand-holdy ^^; I know my first game was Yellow and I had so much fun, but it's definitely a linear style game. If you want hand-holdy, go for Sword/Shield..Very limited free roam except in the "Wild Area", which honestly isn't the best. But if you want like...BoTW-y kinda free roam, go for the new SV :D Honestly Scarlet and Violet are becoming my favorite STRICTLY for the free roam part. If you don't mind the bugs and lag that is until the game gets fully patched (if it does XD) but that's just my opinion, feel free to take it or leave it! I'm sure people like myself would be glad to help if you need it, as I personally have played every main-line game :3
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Posted: Mon, 05/12/2022 07:41 (1 Year ago)
@alien rby and gsc are NOTORIOUS for being extremely difficult games, i still have trouble with them. they're extremely buggy and it's a bit hard to understand where to go if you don't already know the game. personally, i'd recommend ORAS, the original gen 3 (fire red, leaf green, and exclusively emerald), X&Y, the let's go games, or heart gold and soul silver.

overall, i'd just say go for the one that appeals to you the most.
MonochromeKiss
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Posted: Mon, 05/12/2022 08:18 (1 Year ago)
I definitely side with @Daiko on the Let's Go games~ I played Let's Go Pikachu myself and it's super fun to play! Especially if you have someone to play with! You guys can both run around and catch pokemon and fight (most) trainers together! Not only that, but come on..Who doesn't want a cute Pikachu or Eevee perched on their shoulder for you to give some lovin to? <3
LazarusTheLost
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Posted: Mon, 05/12/2022 15:13 (1 Year ago)
Thanks for all the help, you guys! I think I'm gonna go with X or Let's Go Pikachu. Thanks again!
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MonochromeKiss
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Posted: Mon, 05/12/2022 21:53 (1 Year ago)
Have fun when you do! ^.^ Best of luck on your Pokemon Journey! <3 You're absolutely welcome :D
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Posted: Thu, 22/12/2022 04:41 (1 Year ago)
I'd say XY are the best to start on. The difficulty is low, you have a beautiful region filled with a great selection of Pokemon. Mega evolution is not really a mechanic that requires much thought to use.
Scizor777
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Posted: Thu, 22/12/2022 06:39 (1 Year ago)
As a proud nuzlocker, Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen are regarded as the most basic and simple games to start off with
Desastre
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Posted: Thu, 22/12/2022 19:29 (1 Year ago)
Pokemon yellow, if you have the old Nintendo. That was my first baby. @_@. Although crystal was my favorite overall.

But I'm going to say Pokemon Let's go Pikachu or Eevee are good if you just have a switch.
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Posted: Thu, 22/12/2022 19:41 (1 Year ago)
yeah if you dont have the earlier console the lets go games are great