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The '''side series''' of [[Pokémon games]] is a fan designation of games that either share marked gameplay similarities or heavily rely on direct interaction and connectivity with the [[core series]] games. These side series titles serve as extensions of the core series, often allowing players to transfer [[caught Pokémon]] to and from their corresponding core series games or obtain other significant rewards or bonuses, enhancing connectivity and continuity between different game entries. While some {{spin-off games}} occasionally offer limited rewards, including items that allow the ability to obtain certain Pokémon in the core games, they lack the gameplay similarities and interconnectivity that are distinct to the side series. | The '''side series''' of [[Pokémon games]] is a fan designation of games that either share marked gameplay similarities or heavily rely on direct interaction and connectivity with the [[core series]] games. These side series titles serve as extensions of the core series, often allowing players to transfer [[caught Pokémon]] to and from their corresponding core series games or obtain other significant rewards or bonuses, enhancing connectivity and continuity between different game entries. While some {{spin-off games}} occasionally offer limited rewards, including items that allow the ability to obtain certain Pokémon in the core games, they lack the gameplay similarities and interconnectivity that are distinct to the side series. | ||
A notable example of a side series game is {{g|XD: Gale of Darkness}}, a role-playing game released for the [[Nintendo GameCube]]. While Gale of Darkness is not the only representative of side series games, it serves as an illustration of the connectivity feature. In this game, players have the option to transfer Pokémon they have caught and nurtured in the [[Orre]] region directly to {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} games on the [[Game Boy Advance]] console. | A notable example of a side series game is {{g|XD: Gale of Darkness}}, a role-playing game released for the [[Nintendo GameCube]]. While Gale of Darkness is not the only representative of side series games, it serves as an illustration of the connectivity feature. In this game, players have the option to transfer Pokémon they have caught and nurtured in the [[Orre]] region directly to {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} games on the [[Game Boy Advance]] console. | ||
This integration between side series and core series games presents a unique opportunity for players to seamlessly continue their Pokémon adventures across different game environments. By bridging the gap between these game types, players can maintain a consistent Pokémon collection and progress their gameplay experiences. Such connectivity reinforces the interconnected nature of the Pokémon gaming universe and offers a deeper level of engagement for players seeking an expanded Pokémon journey. | This integration between side series and core series games presents a unique opportunity for players to seamlessly continue their Pokémon adventures across different game environments. By bridging the gap between these game types, players can maintain a consistent Pokémon collection and progress their gameplay experiences. Such connectivity reinforces the interconnected nature of the Pokémon gaming universe and offers a deeper level of engagement for players seeking an expanded Pokémon journey. | ||
While [[Pokémon GO]] is a closely related game to the core series, it is largely an independent experience with its own gameplay and data that does not rely on connection with the main games to be enjoyed. Connectivity between Pokémon GO and certain core series games does allow the ability to obtain certain rewards, Pokémon, and [[form]]s, and Pokémon from Pokémon GO can be transferred to the core series; however, Pokémon cannot be transferred from the core series and stored within Pokémon GO. For these reasons, Pokémon GO is not considered a side series title. | |||
==List of side series games== | ==List of side series games== | ||