Hmm, this is a tough one.
I think my "perfect game" would be if the Pokémon franchise evolved closer to its other media/spinoff titles and moved these aspects of the franchise into one game. I don't have an interest for the series' modern titles because they have prioritized online competitive play and quick development times at the expense of quality in terms of graphical fidelity and expression.
I've been playing Monster Hunter Rise, and that game has a strong emphasis on a monster's expression and actions. A monster might be panting if they are tired, or suddenly sleep if away from their predator (AKA you, the hunter). Pokémon lacks this level of attention to detail, but I feel as though an addition like this would greatly improve the game's sense of immersion for the player.
The possibility to become your own Gym Leader with a customizable gym, or an Elite Four or Champion character, all sound like they could be fun additions. A return to Battle Facilities would expand the post-game further. Multiple regions like the Generation 2 titles would be great. As well as a respect to games like Pokémon Snap and Pokémon Ranger, which feature aspects of the Pokémon world normally unseen in the main series titles.
In addition to Snap and Ranger, the aspects of Pokémon away from battling like the contests from Gen 4, or the return of PokerStars Studios to become an actor would expand the games beyond just battling.
In regards to gameplay, the normal Pokémon gameplay loop is enjoyable to a vast majority of people, but I believe its strongest attribute is the designs of the Pokémon. A gameplay choice for players between an active, more anime-inspired battle system and a more traditional battle system as options would be a win for all types of players.
I know that while Pokémon is a game that exists, its current and previous forms are far from what I'd consider ideal. But, the potential of what the series can become if created under the right circumstances and developers would, in my opinion, be in consideration for what I'd call my "perfect game".
I think my "perfect game" would be if the Pokémon franchise evolved closer to its other media/spinoff titles and moved these aspects of the franchise into one game. I don't have an interest for the series' modern titles because they have prioritized online competitive play and quick development times at the expense of quality in terms of graphical fidelity and expression.
I've been playing Monster Hunter Rise, and that game has a strong emphasis on a monster's expression and actions. A monster might be panting if they are tired, or suddenly sleep if away from their predator (AKA you, the hunter). Pokémon lacks this level of attention to detail, but I feel as though an addition like this would greatly improve the game's sense of immersion for the player.
The possibility to become your own Gym Leader with a customizable gym, or an Elite Four or Champion character, all sound like they could be fun additions. A return to Battle Facilities would expand the post-game further. Multiple regions like the Generation 2 titles would be great. As well as a respect to games like Pokémon Snap and Pokémon Ranger, which feature aspects of the Pokémon world normally unseen in the main series titles.
In addition to Snap and Ranger, the aspects of Pokémon away from battling like the contests from Gen 4, or the return of PokerStars Studios to become an actor would expand the games beyond just battling.
In regards to gameplay, the normal Pokémon gameplay loop is enjoyable to a vast majority of people, but I believe its strongest attribute is the designs of the Pokémon. A gameplay choice for players between an active, more anime-inspired battle system and a more traditional battle system as options would be a win for all types of players.
I know that while Pokémon is a game that exists, its current and previous forms are far from what I'd consider ideal. But, the potential of what the series can become if created under the right circumstances and developers would, in my opinion, be in consideration for what I'd call my "perfect game".
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