Pokémon Ruby Version

What Is Pokémon Ruby Version?

Pokémon Ruby Version is a turn-based role-playing game (RPG) where you explore the Hoenn region, capture wild Pokémon, and build a team to defeat powerful Gym Leaders and the ultimate challenge: the Elite Four.

Here’s what makes it stand out:

• Introduced Pokémon Contests, Abilities, and Natures

• Featured Team Magma, a villainous group trying to control the legendary Pokémon Groudon

• Included double battles, a brand-new strategic mechanic at the time

• Supported up to four-player link battles using the Game Boy Advance Link Cable

How to Play Pokémon Ruby Version

Controls (When Played on Emulator or GBA)

• D-pad/Arrow keys – Move character

• A button (Z key on keyboard) – Confirm/Interact

• B button (X key on keyboard) – Cancel/Run

• Start (Enter) – Open menu

• Select (Shift) – Use registered items

Your Main Objectives

• Choose Your Starter Pokémon
  You’ll start by picking one of three classic Pokémon: Treecko, Torchic, or Mudkip. Each has its own type advantages that shape your journey.

• Explore Hoenn
  Travel through forests, cities, deserts, oceans, and mountains. Talk to NPCs, collect items, and catch new Pokémon along the way.

• Defeat Gym Leaders
  There are 8 Gyms in Hoenn. Each one grants a badge and brings you closer to challenging the Elite Four.

• Catch ‘Em All
  Use Poké Balls to capture wild Pokémon. Build a balanced team with different types, stats, and abilities.

• Battle Your Rivals
  Face off against your in-game rival and Team Magma, the antagonists who want to awaken the powerful Groudon.

• Win the Pokémon League
  The ultimate goal: conquer the Elite Four and become the Champion of Hoenn!

Gameplay Features to Explore

• Double Battles: Battle with two Pokémon at once for deeper tactics.

• New Abilities: Every Pokémon has unique traits like Levitate, Intimidate, or Torrent.

• Contests: Compete in beauty, coolness, and toughness contests to show off your Pokémon in non-combat events.

• Secret Bases: Create your own hideout and customize it with furniture and decorations.

• Multiplayer: Link up to four players for epic battles or Pokémon trades.