Pokémon Games: Every Mainline Release by Generation
The main Pokémon series has been running since 1996, moving from the Game Boy to the Nintendo Switch and visiting a new region in almost every generation. This page lists each release in order, newest first, with its platform, release year and region, so you can see how the series grew.
Games with a full guide link to it. Each guide covers starters, new mechanics, version differences and tips. For the creatures themselves, use the National Pokédex or the type chart.
Generation IX
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 · 2025 · Kalos · Legends
A city-focused entry set in Lumiose with real-time battles and the return of Mega Evolution.
Read the Legends: Z-A guidePokémon Scarlet & Violet
Nintendo Switch · 2022 · Paldea
An open-world adventure across Paldea featuring Terastallization, co-op Tera Raid Battles and three intertwined storylines.
Read the Scarlet & Violet guide
Generation VIII
Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Nintendo Switch · 2022 · Hisui · Legends
An action-leaning prequel set in ancient Hisui, where you research Pokémon and catch them directly in the field.
Read the Legends: Arceus guidePokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Nintendo Switch · 2021 · Sinnoh · Remake
Faithful Switch remakes of Diamond and Pearl that rebuild Sinnoh in a chibi art style.
Read the Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl guidePokémon Sword & Shield
Nintendo Switch · 2019 · Galar
A British-inspired Galar adventure with stadium Gym battles, the roaming Wild Area and the Dynamax mechanic.
Read the Sword & Shield guide
Generation VII
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! & Let's Go, Eevee!
Nintendo Switch · 2018 · Kanto · Remake
Switch reimaginings of the Kanto adventure built around catching Pokémon in the style of Pokémon GO.
Read the Let's Go, Pikachu! & Let's Go, Eevee! guidePokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Nintendo 3DS · 2017 · Alola · Enhanced edition
Expanded versions of Sun and Moon with a reworked story, extra Pokémon and new Ultra Wormhole content.
Read the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon guidePokémon Sun & Moon
Nintendo 3DS · 2016 · Alola
An island holiday in Alola, where Island Trials replace Gyms and Z-Moves are the new battle flourish.
Read the Sun & Moon guide
Generation VI
Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Nintendo 3DS · 2014 · Hoenn · Remake
Nintendo 3DS remakes of the Hoenn games that added Mega Evolution and a new episode built around Rayquaza.
Read the Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire guidePokémon X & Y
Nintendo 3DS · 2013 · Kalos
The first fully 3D mainline games, taking trainers across Kalos and introducing the Fairy type and Mega Evolution.
Read the X & Y guide
Generation V
Pokémon Black 2 & White 2
Nintendo DS · 2012 · Unova
Direct sequels set two years after Black and White, with new areas, a revised Pokédex and adjustable difficulty options.
Read the Black 2 & White 2 guidePokémon Black & White
Nintendo DS · 2010 · Unova
Unova's debut on the DS, with an all-new roster of Pokémon at launch and a story that questions how trainers treat their partners.
Read the Black & White guide
Generation IV
Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver
Nintendo DS · 2009 · Johto & Kanto · Remake
Lavish Nintendo DS remakes of Johto and Kanto in which your lead Pokémon follows you around the map.
Read the HeartGold & SoulSilver guidePokémon Platinum
Nintendo DS · 2008 · Sinnoh · Enhanced edition
An expanded take on Sinnoh with a darker story arc, new areas and a stronger post-game, built on Diamond and Pearl.
Read the Platinum guidePokémon Diamond & Pearl
Nintendo DS · 2006 · Sinnoh
The first Nintendo DS generation, set in Sinnoh, with online trading and battling and the physical and special split for moves.
Read the Diamond & Pearl guide
Generation III
Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen
Game Boy Advance · 2004 · Kanto · Remake
Game Boy Advance retellings of the original Kanto journey, with newer mechanics and the Sevii Islands to explore afterwards.
Read the FireRed & LeafGreen guidePokémon Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald
Game Boy Advance · 2002 · Hoenn
Hoenn's Game Boy Advance adventure, which introduced abilities, natures and two-on-two double battles.
Read the Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald guide
Generation II
Pokémon Gold, Silver & Crystal
Game Boy Color · 1999 · Johto & Kanto
A Game Boy Color sequel set in Johto that added a day and night clock, breeding, and a return trip to Kanto.
Read the Gold, Silver & Crystal guide
Generation I
Pokémon Red, Blue & Yellow
Game Boy · 1996 · Kanto
The Game Boy originals that sent trainers across Kanto to collect 151 Pokémon, with Yellow tying the story closer to the anime.
Read the Red, Blue & Yellow guide
Mobile
Pokémon GO
iOS, Android · 2016 · Mobile
Niantic's free smartphone game that puts Pokémon in the real world, with raids, buddies and ranked battles.
Read the GO guide