
But while few have matched its explosive success or timeless charm, there does exist a range of efforts-both quite similar and somewhat unique-that Pokemon fans should love. There are various titles that follow the standard formula more closely, while others tend to venture off into their own territory while still capturing its essence on a subtler level.

Related: Games That Need A Visual Novel Spin-Off Of course, there's quite a bit more to Pokemon than nabbing monsters, as is the case with most software that has sought to emulate this RPG-monster-collectathon. This has naturally invoked a slew of similar titles from developers looking to put their own spin on this successful and appealing formula. It wasn’t the first, and it certainly won’t be the last, but it popularized the genre on a global level. When you think about monster-catching games, there's a pretty good chance that Pokemon will come to mind.
