About Pokemon: Ruby Version
Welcome to the Hoenn region, a colorful world packed with lush forests, volcanic mountains, and shimmering coastlines. Pokemon: Ruby Version transports you into a role-playing adventure where you’ll play as an aspiring Trainer, starting from Littleroot Town with your first partner Pokémon. Your mission? Become the Hoenn Champion and stop the mysterious Team Magma from unleashing chaos by tampering with the region's natural balance.
The game blends the classic Pokémon formula with new twists, such as double battles, diverse environments, and an ecosystem buzzing with life. Every corner of Hoenn feels alive, from hidden caves waiting to be explored to bustling cities bustling with Trainers eager to challenge you.
How To Play
Choose Your Starter Pokémon
Your journey begins with picking one of three iconic starters: Treecko (Grass), Torchic (Fire), or Mudkip (Water). Each Pokémon comes with unique abilities and evolution paths, so choose wisely!
Catch and Train Pokémon
Explore Hoenn's varied landscapes to catch and build your dream Pokémon team. Whether it's wild encounters in tall grass or fishing in serene waters, every new capture is a step closer to becoming a Pokémon Master.
Classic Turn-Based Battles
Engage in strategic battles by carefully planning your moves against wild Pokémon, rival Trainers, and even Gym Leaders. Exploit type matchups and abilities to turn the tide of battle in your favor.
Double Battles
Unleash teamwork in double battles, where two Pokémon fight on each side. It’s a new layer of strategy demanding coordination and synergy.
Gym Challenges and Achievements
Travel across Hoenn, challenge Gym Leaders, and collect badges. Each badge brings you closer to accessing new areas and cementing your reputation as the region’s top Trainer.
PokéNav Utility
Navigate routes, track down other Trainers, and get contest details using your trusty PokéNav. It’s the ultimate tool for traversing Hoenn's sprawling map.
Pokemon Contests
Take a break from battling and participate in Pokémon Contests. Here you can show off your Pokémon's unique abilities and charm with dazzling performances!
Controls
| Action | Gamepad | Keyboard |
|---|---|---|
| A | Button 1 | Z |
| B | Button 2 | X |
| L | Left Top Shoulder | Q |
| R | Right Top Shoulder | E |
| Select | Select | V |
| Start | Start | Enter |
| Up | D-Pad Up | ↑ Up Arrow |
| Down | D-Pad Down | ↓ Down Arrow |
| Left | D-Pad Left | ← Left Arrow |
| Right | D-Pad Right | → Right Arrow |
Pokemon: Ruby Version masterfully combines the thrill of exploration, strategy, and storytelling, making it a standout RPG for both Pokémon newcomers and longtime fans. Gear up, step into Hoenn, and start your adventure!
