#7 - Pokemon Emerald (GBA) |
Released by Game Freak in 2005, no change in its placing since last year. |
Emerald is easily the game I hold more nostalgia for than any other in history. It's music, region, Pokemon and gameplay are all second nature to me. I love every single piece of the game, and can play it with my eyes closed. Ruby and Sapphire were fantastic games, but Emerald added so much to them that improved them in a myriad of different ways. It is the perfect Pokemon game, and one of the few games I could play for eternity on repeat.
#6 - Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Red/Blue Rescue Team (GBA/DS) |
Released by Chunsoft in 2005, down one spot from last year. |
Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team are a beautiful set of games. They're the first Pokemon games to truly put story and world exploration front and centre, and they absolutely nail it. They tell an epic adventure with a range of themes, from funny comedic moments to dark and horrifying ones. It tugs at your emotions in ways that I never thought a Pokemon game could, and its artstyle and soundtrack are perfect. The ost in particular is just outstanding - hours and hours of beautiful music. A truly underrated gem.
Down to my top 5, they're not hard to guess, but I'll leave a few hints :P
#5 - An epic RPG in 3 acts, about a band of friends coming together, being split, coming back together and saving the world whilst undergoing incredible personal growth. I wasn't quite done with all its content when I put it on this list, now that I am - it will be higher next year.
#4 - After escaping alien planet, little dude is sent back to go treasure hunting with help of carrot people.