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==Features==  
==Features==  
* The [[starter Pokémon]] in this game, Pikachu and Eevee, have all-perfect 31 {{IV}}s and their gender are determined by the title screen during the start of game. The female starter Eevee will have a unique [[Variant Pokémon#Eevee|heart-shaped pattern]] around the tip of their tail.
* The [[starter Pokémon]] in this game, {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Eevee}}, have higher [[base stats]] compared to the regular ones, in addition of having all-perfect 31 {{IV}}s. Their gender can be determined by the title screen during the start of game. Unlike the regular Eevee, which does not have any [[List of Pokémon with gender differences|gender differences]], the female starter Eevee will have a unique [[Variant Pokémon#Eevee|heart-shaped pattern]] around the tip of their tail.
* In addition to customizing the {{player}}'s clothing, the starter Pokémon can also be dressed in different outfits and be given different hair styles.
* In addition to [[Trainer customization|customizing]] the {{player}}'s color skin and clothing, the starter Pokémon can also be dressed in different outfits and be given different accessories and hair styles.
* {{p|Pikachu}}, like in all [[core series]] games since {{g|X and Y}}, is voiced by [[Ikue Ohtani]], while {{p|Eevee}} is voiced by [[Aoi Yūki]].<ref>[https://twitter.com/project_eevee/status/1017403291334897664 @project_eevee (Twitter)]</ref>
* Pikachu, like in all [[core series]] games since {{g|X and Y}}, is voiced by [[Ikue Ohtani]], while Eevee is voiced by [[Aoi Yūki]].<ref>[https://twitter.com/project_eevee/status/1017403291334897664 @project_eevee (Twitter)]</ref>
* An accessory called the [[Poké Ball Plus]] can be used to catch Pokémon in place of a Joy-Con. Like the [[Pokéwalker]], a Pokémon can be taken on the go and be interacted with for rewards when returned to the game.
* An accessory called the [[Poké Ball Plus]] can be used to catch Pokémon in place of a [[Joy-Con]]. Like the [[Pokéwalker]], a Pokémon can be taken on the go and be interacted with for rewards when returned to the game. It also contains the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{p|Mew}}, a special Pokémon that cannot be obtained by normal gameplay.
* If the player has gathered 25 of the same species of Pokémon in the [[GO Park]], they can play a minigame in the Park's Play Yard for Candy.
* The introduction of two new Mythical Pokémon: {{p|Meltan}} and its evolved form, {{p|Melmetal}}.
* The introduction of two new [[Mythical Pokémon]]: {{p|Meltan}} and its evolved form, {{p|Melmetal}}.
* Once the player has become the {{pkmn|Champion}}, [[Master Trainer]]s will appear and can be found scattered throughout the [[Kanto]] [[region]]. They are considered the strongest {{pkmn|Trainer}}s for every Pokémon species in [[Generation I]] and can be spotted by the icon of the Pokémon they favor above their heads.
* Once the player has become the {{pkmn|Champion}}, [[Master Trainer]]s will appear and can be found scattered throughout the [[Kanto]] [[region]]. They are considered the strongest {{pkmn|Trainer}}s for every Pokémon species in [[Generation I]] and can be spotted by the icon of the Pokémon they favor above their heads.


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* [[Wild Pokémon]] appear on the overworld. Coming into contact with one will engage them. They may appear with either a red or blue aura, which indicates their size, either being larger or smaller than their own standard size. Similar to the previous games, there is a chance to encounter [[Shiny Pokémon]] in the wild.
* [[Wild Pokémon]] appear on the overworld. Coming into contact with one will engage them. They may appear with either a red or blue aura, which indicates their size, either being larger or smaller than their own standard size. Similar to the previous games, there is a chance to encounter [[Shiny Pokémon]] in the wild.
** A feature called the [[Catch Combo]] tracks how many of the same species of Pokémon is caught in a row without the Pokémon running away or the game turning off. The higher the combo, the stronger and rarer wild Pokémon become, and Shiny Pokémon become more common.
** A feature called the [[Catch Combo]] tracks how many of the same species of Pokémon is caught in a row without the Pokémon running away or the game turning off. The higher the combo, the stronger and rarer wild Pokémon become, and Shiny Pokémon become more common.
* The [[Joy-Con]] is used to {{pkmn2|Caught|catch}} Pokémon by flicking one's wrist in a throwing motion, similar to the method in [[Pokémon GO]]. While in handheld mode, wild Pokémon are caught by aiming the Poké Ball with motion controls. Wild Pokémon, except for [[Legendary Pokémon]] and other story Pokémon, can no longer be battled in a traditional sense, but NPC {{pkmn|Trainer}}s can be battled as normal.
* The [[Joy-Con]] is used to {{pkmn2|Caught|catch}} Pokémon by flicking one's wrist in a throwing motion, similar to the method in [[Pokémon GO]]. While in handheld mode, wild Pokémon are caught by aiming the [[Poké Ball]] with motion controls. Wild Pokémon, except for [[Legendary Pokémon]] and other story Pokémon, can no longer be battled in a traditional sense, but NPC {{pkmn|Trainer}}s can be battled as normal.
** Legendary Pokémon can only be caught after defeating them in a {{pkmn|battle}}.
** Legendary Pokémon can only be caught after defeating them in a {{pkmn|battle}}.
* The [[time|day and night cycle]], several [[move]]s, {{Abilities}}, [[Held item]]s, {{pkmn|breeding}} and {{pkmn|Egg}}s have been removed from the game, likely to better represent the [[Generation I]] games.
* The [[time|day and night cycle]], several [[move]]s, {{Abilities}}, [[Held item]]s, {{pkmn|breeding}}, and {{pkmn|Egg}}s have been removed from the game, likely to better represent the [[Generation I]] games.
** Moves that were {{cat|Generation I moves|introduced since Generation I}} are all available in the games.
** While Abilities are programmed into the games, they are unused.
** While Abilities are programmed into the games, they are unused.
* A unique section of the Bag called the [[Candy Jar]] is used for increasing the stats of Pokémon by giving them various types of Candy obtained from transferring Pokémon to Professor Oak, similar to the [[Candy]] from [[Pokémon GO]].
* A unique section of the [[Bag]] called the [[Candy Jar]] is used for increasing the stats of Pokémon by giving them various types of Candy obtained from transferring Pokémon to Professor Oak, similar to the [[Candy]] from [[Pokémon GO]].
* Exclusive new [[move]]s are available for the starter Pikachu and Eevee. Pikachu can to learn {{m|Zippy Zap}}, {{m|Splishy Splash}} and {{m|Floaty Fall}}, while Eevee can learn {{m|Bouncy Bubble}}, {{m|Buzzy Buzz}}, {{m|Sizzly Slide}}, {{m|Glitzy Glow}}, {{m|Baddy Bad}}, {{m|Sappy Seed}}, {{m|Freezy Frost}} and {{m|Sparkly Swirl}}. These moves can be learned from a [[Move Tutor]] in the Pokémon Centers of [[Cerulean City]], [[Celadon City]], and [[Fuchsia City]].
* The [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] in the [[Fuchsia City]] has been replaced by the [[GO Park]], where the player able to interact with their caught Pokémon. Similar to the Box system in the [[Pokémon Storage System]], the GO Park complex has a total of 20 GO Parks, with each capable of holding 50 Pokémon. Thus, the player can transfer up to 1,000 Pokémon into the games.
** If the player has gathered 25 of the same species of Pokémon, they can play a minigame in the [[Park's Play Yard]] for [[Candy]].
* Exclusive new [[move]]s are available for the starter Pikachu and Eevee. Pikachu can to learn {{m|Zippy Zap}}, {{m|Splishy Splash}} and {{m|Floaty Fall}}, while Eevee can learn {{m|Bouncy Bubble}}, {{m|Buzzy Buzz}}, {{m|Sizzly Slide}}, {{m|Glitzy Glow}}, {{m|Baddy Bad}}, {{m|Sappy Seed}}, {{m|Freezy Frost}} and {{m|Sparkly Swirl}}. These moves can be learned from a [[Move Tutor]] in the [[Pokémon Center]]s of [[Cerulean City]], [[Celadon City]], and [[Fuchsia City]].
* The starter Pikachu and Eevee can activate their own [[partner power]]s in battle once they have high enough [[friendship]]. If activated while they are in battle, they use an exclusive move—{{m|Pika Papow}} or {{m|Veevee Volley}}—which increases in damage based on friendship. If activated while they are not in battle, they boost the stats of the current Pokémon.
* The starter Pikachu and Eevee can activate their own [[partner power]]s in battle once they have high enough [[friendship]]. If activated while they are in battle, they use an exclusive move—{{m|Pika Papow}} or {{m|Veevee Volley}}—which increases in damage based on friendship. If activated while they are not in battle, they boost the stats of the current Pokémon.
* [[TM]]s have been reordered and readded with some moves that previously available as Move Tutor. The amount of TM moves available also have been decreased compared to previous core series games.
* [[TM]]s have been reordered and readded with some moves that previously available as Move Tutor. The amount of TM moves available also have been decreased compared to previous core series games.
* [[HM]] moves have been replaced by [[Secret Technique]]s that the starter Pikachu and Eevee can use in the overworld, but do not take up move slots. These include Chop Down for {{m|Cut}}, Sea Skim for {{m|Surf}}, and Sky Dash for {{m|Fly}}.
* [[HM]] moves have been replaced by [[Secret Technique]]s that the starter Pikachu and Eevee can use in the overworld, but do not take up move slots. These include Chop Down for {{m|Cut}}, Sea Skim for {{m|Surf}}, and Sky Dash for {{m|Fly}}.
* Interactive Pokémon such as {{p|Snorlax}}, {{p|Electrode}}, and [[Legendary Pokémon]] can be battled, but they must be defeated to be captured. A five-minute time limit is in effect for the battle. If the timer hits 0, the battle ends abruptly. Hitting the Home button or putting the Switch in sleep mode does not pause the timer.
* Interactive Pokémon such as {{p|Electrode}}, {{p|Snorlax}}, and [[Legendary Pokémon]] can be battled, but they must be defeated to be captured. A five-minute time limit is in effect for the battle. If the timer hits 0, the battle ends abruptly. Hitting the Home button or putting the console in sleep mode does not pause the timer.
** Both Snorlax is battled with either Attack or Defense boost, while the [[legendary birds]] have all their stats increased.
** Both Snorlax is battled with either Attack or Defense boost, while the [[legendary birds]] have all their stats increased.
** Electrode disguised as items are now white on top and red at the bottom, just like real Electrode.
** Electrode disguised as items are now white on top and red at the bottom, just like real Electrode.
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====Returning features====
====Returning features====
* The eight [[Gym Leader]]s of [[Kanto]] and their [[Badge]]s, as well as the [[Elite Four]] of the [[Indigo Plateau]], return.
* The eight [[Gym Leader]]s of [[Kanto]] and their [[Badge]]s, as well as the [[Elite Four]] of the [[Indigo Plateau]], return.
** The [[rematch]] battle of all Gym Leaders, the Elite Four, and the {{pkmn|Champion}} after entering the [[Hall of Fame]], also return.
* [[Team Rocket]] returns, including [[Team Rocket trio|the trio]] from the {{pkmn|anime}} series, [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}}. Unlike in their game debut {{game|Yellow}}, Jessie and James engage the {{player}} in [[Double Battle]]s and also appear early in [[Viridian City]].
* [[Team Rocket]] returns, including [[Team Rocket trio|the trio]] from the {{pkmn|anime}} series, [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}}. Unlike in their game debut {{game|Yellow}}, Jessie and James engage the {{player}} in [[Double Battle]]s and also appear early in [[Viridian City]].
* The [[starter Pokémon]] have similar traits to the {{game|Yellow}}. In this case, {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Eevee}}, unlike the wild one, they prefer to be out of its [[Poké Ball]] and have no interest in [[evolution|evolving]].
* The [[starter Pokémon]] have similar traits to the {{game|Yellow}}. In this case, starter {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Eevee}}, unlike the wild one, they prefer to be out of its [[Poké Ball]] and have no interest in [[evolution|evolving]].
* Any {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that the player has in their party can [[Walking Pokémon|follow them]] outside their [[Poké Ball]]s like they did in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}. However, the Pokémon that walks outside of its Poké Ball can now be chosen out of the party.
** The starter Pikachu and Eevee also react differently near the hidden [[item]]s by wagging their own tail.
* [[Mega Evolution]]s that were introduced in {{g|X and Y}}, including Mega-Evolved Form of {{cat|Generation I Pokémon}}, as well as their corresponding [[Mega Stone]]s, return. Only [[Mega Stone]]s belonging to [[Kanto]] starter Pokémon can be obtained prior entering the [[Hall of Fame]].
* A feature that allow the player to pet a Pokémon similarly to [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Pokémon Refresh]], can be called by pressing "Play with Pikachu/Eevee" on the [[menu]]. However, this feature is limited to the starter Pikachu and Eevee.
* Any {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that the player has in their party can [[Walking Pokémon|follow them]] outside their [[Poké Ball]]s, as well as their action and reaction depending on the environment, like they did in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}. However, the Pokémon that walks outside of its Poké Ball can now be chosen out of the party.
** Certain Pokémon appears to be ridden instead of following the player. These Pokémon includes {{p|Charizard}}, {{p|Persian}}, {{p|Machamp}}, {{p|Arcanine}}, {{p|Rapidash}}, {{p|Dodrio}}, {{p|Haunter}}, {{p|Onix}}, {{p|Rhyhorn}}, {{p|Rhydon}}, {{p|Kangaskhan}}, {{p|Starmie}}, {{p|Tauros}}, {{p|Gyarados}}, {{p|Lapras}}, {{p|Aerodactyl}}, {{p|Snorlax}}, and {{p|Dragonite}}.
* [[Mega Evolution]]s that were introduced in {{g|X and Y}}, including Mega-Evolved Form of {{cat|Generation I Pokémon}}, as well as their corresponding [[Mega Stone]]s, return. As Pokémon are no longer able to [[held item|holding]] an item, Mega Stones can be activated in the [[Bag]] instead. Only Mega Stones belonging to [[Kanto]] starter Pokémon can be obtained prior entering the [[Hall of Fame]].


====Storyline changes from Generations I and III====
====Storyline changes from Generations I and III====
* The game features entirely new {{player|protagonists}}, {{ga|Chase}} and {{ga|Elaine}}, and the role of {{ga|Blue}} is replaced with a new, friendly [[rival]], {{ga|Trace}}.
* The game features entirely new {{player|protagonists}} instead of {{ga|Red}}, {{ga|Chase}} and {{ga|Elaine}}, and the role of {{ga|Blue}} is replaced with a new, friendly [[rival]], {{ga|Trace}}.
* The player and their rival receive their [[Pokédex]] and first [[Poké Ball]]s along with their [[starter Pokémon]], and do not battle until returning to [[Professor Oak]] to deliver [[Parcel|his parcel]].
* The player and their rival receive their [[Pokédex]] and first [[Poké Ball]]s along with their [[starter Pokémon]], and do not battle until returning to [[Professor Oak]] to deliver [[Parcel|his parcel]].
* {{TRT}} replaces the {{ka|old man}} as the obstacle keeping the player from progressing to {{rt|2|Kanto}} until the [[Parcel]] is delivered.
* {{TRT}} replaces the {{ka|old man}} as the obstacle keeping the player from progressing to {{rt|2|Kanto}} until the parcel is delivered.
* After killing the {{p|Cubone}}'s mother in [[Lavender Town]], {{TRT}} kidnaps Cubone and takes it back to the [[Team Rocket Hideout]].
* Unlike in {{game|Yellow}}, {{MTR|Team Rocket's Meowth}} does not battle.
* After killing the {{p|Cubone}}'s mother in [[Lavender Town]], {{TRT}} kidnaps Cubone and takes it back to the [[Team Rocket Hideout]]. They also push away the {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}} blocking access to [[Silph Co.]]. Cubone is later adopted into Trace's team after being rescued.
* Instead of battling the [[Marowak (ghost)|ghost of Cubone's mother]], she is calmed by the presence of her child, Cubone, and then departs.
* [[Archer]], a Team Rocket {{tc|Executive}} who was introduced in [[Generation II]] and given a name in [[Generation IV]], appears during the story.
* [[Archer]], a Team Rocket {{tc|Executive}} who was introduced in [[Generation II]] and given a name in [[Generation IV]], appears during the story.
* The player instead meets {{ga|Red}}, {{ga|Blue}}, and, for the first time as a [[non-player character]], {{ga|Green}} over the course of their adventure.
* The player instead meets {{ga|Red}}, {{ga|Blue}}, and, for the first time as a [[non-player character]], {{ga|Green}} over the course of their adventure.
** Similar to the storyline prior to [[Generation II]], {{ga|Blue}} takes over as the Gym Leader of [[Viridian Gym]] after beating the {{pkmn|Champion}}.


===Pokémon===
===Pokémon===
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** To be released exclusively on a home console.
** To be released exclusively on a home console.
** To be playable exclusively on a system different from other core series games in their generation.
** To be playable exclusively on a system different from other core series games in their generation.
** In which not every Pokémon revealed at the time is programmed into the games. This is most likely to prevent data mining.
** In which not every Pokémon revealed at the time is programmed into the games.
** To have a decreased amount of [[TM]]s available compared to past games.
** To have a decreased amount of [[TM]]s available compared to past games.
** To not having any {{cat|battle areas|battle facilities}} since {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}.
** To not be compatible with previous core series titles in any way since {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}.
** To not be compatible with previous core series titles in any way since {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}.
* Let's Go, Pikachu! has the longest name of all core series titles, including symbols and spaces, with 18.
* Let's Go, Pikachu! has the longest name of all core series titles, including symbols and spaces, with 18.
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