After three years, we’re finally getting a new Pokémon RPG in Legends: Z-A. The Switch and Switch 2 game promises a distinct, real-time battle system that’s a big departure from most of the series’ turn-based roots. But before we jump into this new, subversive adventure, let’s look back at all the games that got us here. What better time to revisit the best and worst Pokémon games than right before a new one enters the arena? Here’s our ranking of the mainline Pokémon RPGs, within which I’m sure you will find nothing objectionable.

