Pokemon: — Black

: For the first time, players were restricted to only using brand-new Pokémon (156 in total) until completing the main story.

Released in 2010 for the Nintendo DS, (and its counterpart, White ) served as a "philosophical reboot" for the franchise. Set in the Unova region , it was the first entry to base its world on a location outside of Japan—specifically New York City . Key Features and Gameplay Pokemon: Black

: A unique mechanic where the game world changed its appearance and accessible areas based on the current season (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter), rotating every month. : For the first time, players were restricted

: Significant upgrades included infinite-use TMs and the ability to automatically reuse Repels. Story and Themes Initial Review: Pokémon Black/White - Portland Mercury : For the first time