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{{StrategyWiki|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
{{StrategyWiki|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
'''Pokémon Omega Ruby''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスター オメガルビー''' ''Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby'') and '''Pokémon Alpha Sapphire''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスター アルファサファイア''' ''Pocket Monsters Alpha Sapphire'') are paired [[Generation VI]] games that are enhanced [[remake]]s of the [[Generation III|third-generation]] titles {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}. The games were revealed in a worldwide announcement on the official Pokémon websites on May 7, 2014 and were released in most regions of the world on November 21, 2014 with the exception of Europe, where the games were released on November 28, 2014.
'''Pokémon Omega Ruby''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスター オメガルビー''' ''Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby'') and '''Pokémon Alpha Sapphire''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスター アルファサファイア''' ''Pocket Monsters Alpha Sapphire'') are the second and final paired [[Generation VI]] games that are enhanced [[remake]]s of the [[Generation III|third-generation]] titles {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}. The games were revealed in a worldwide announcement on the official Pokémon websites on May 7, 2014 and were released in most regions of the world on November 21, 2014 with the exception of Europe, where the games were released on November 28, 2014.


==Plot==
==Plot==
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The plot of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire is mostly the same as Ruby and Sapphire with a few changes.
The {{player}} starts their {{pkmn|journey}} in [[Littleroot Town]], where the family has just moved from the [[Johto]] [[region]] after the player's father, [[Norman]], became the leader of the [[Petalburg Gym]]. The story starts off with the player riding in the [[Inside of Truck|moving truck]], which arrives in Littleroot. After exiting the truck, the player's mother explains that they have just arrived at their new home; they then enter the house together, and there are {{p|Machoke}} movers carrying boxes. The player's mother suggests that the player introduce themselves to [[Professor Birch]], a friend of Norman's.


The player starts their journey in [[Littleroot Town]], where the family has just moved in from the [[Johto]] region after the player's father, [[Norman]], became the leader of the [[Petalburg Gym]]. The story starts off with the player riding in the moving van, which arrives in Littleroot. After exiting the van, the player's mother explains that they have just arrived at their new home; they then enter the house together, and there are {{p|Machoke}} movers carrying boxes. The player's mother suggests that the player introduce themselves to [[Professor Birch]], a friend of Norman's.
Upon arriving at Birch's house, his wife greets the player, and upstairs the player meets Brendan or May (the alternate-gender player character of the player), the child of Professor Birch; after the introduction, she or he soon leaves to join Birch, who is out in the field. The player then finds Birch on {{rt|101|Hoenn}}, where he is being chased by a wild {{p|Poochyena}}. Birch asks the player to take a {{i|Poké Ball}} out of his bag, which is lying on the ground; the player then chooses between {{p|Treecko}}, {{p|Mudkip}}, and {{p|Torchic}} as their [[first partner Pokémon]]. After choosing, a battle immediately begins with the wild Poochyena. After rescuing Birch, he lets the player keep the chosen Pokémon as thanks for saving him. He then tells the player to meet up with his kid on {{rt|103|Hoenn}} for pointers on how to be a Trainer.


Upon arriving at Birch's house, his wife greets the player, and upstairs the player meets their [[Rival|pseudo-rival]] (the alternate-gender player character of the player), the child of Professor Birch; after the introduction, he/she soon leaves to join Birch, who is out in the field. The player then finds Birch on {{rt|101|Hoenn}}, where he is being chased by a {{p|Poochyena}}. Birch asks the player to take a [[Poké Ball]] out of his bag, which is lying on the ground; the player then chooses between {{p|Treecko}}, {{p|Torchic}}, and {{p|Mudkip}} as their [[starter Pokémon]]. After choosing, a battle immediately begins with the wild Poochyena. After rescuing Birch, he lets the player keep the chosen Pokémon as thanks for saving him. He then tells the player to meet up with his kid on {{rt|103|Hoenn}} for pointers on how to be a Trainer.
Once the player finds Brendan or May on {{rt|103|Hoenn}}, they have their first trainer {{pkmn|battle}}, after which they return to Birch's lab, where the player receives a [[Pokédex]] and some Poké Balls. When leaving through Route 101, the player runs into Brendan or May who gives him a new upgrade for the [[PokéNav Plus]], the DexNav, and teaches him how to use it. Once the player arrives in Petalburg City, he meets with his father at the Gym, where he tells him that he is happy to learn that they have become a Trainer like him. During the conversation, a local boy named [[Wally]] enters the Gym and asks Norman's help for catching a Pokémon. Norman loans Wally a {{p|Zigzagoon}} and a Poké Ball. He then asks the player to go along and help Wally with his task. On {{rt|102|Hoenn}}, Wally catches a {{p|Ralts}}, and the Trainers then return to the Gym, where Wally gives his thanks before being called home by his mother. Norman then encourages the player to travel [[Hoenn]] and challenge the region's [[Gym Leader]]s: [[Roxanne]], [[Brawly]], [[Wattson]], [[Flannery]], [[Norman]], [[Winona]], [[Tate and Liza]], and [[Wallace]].
 
Once the player finds their pseudo-rival on {{rt|103|Hoenn}}, they have their first {{pkmn|battle}}, after which they return to Birch's lab, where the player receives a [[Pokédex]] and some [[Poké Ball]]s. When leaving through the Route 101, the player runs into the pseudo-rival who gives him/her a new upgrade for the [[PokéNav Plus]], the DexNav, and teaches him/her how to use it. Once the player arrives in Petalburg City, they meet with their father at the Gym, where he tells them that he is happy to learn that they have become a Trainer like him. During the conversation, a local boy named [[Wally]] enters the Gym and asks Norman to help him catch a Pokémon. Norman loans Wally a {{p|Zigzagoon}} and a Poké Ball. He then asks the player to go along and help Wally with his task. On {{rt|102|Hoenn}}, Wally catches a {{p|Ralts}}, and the Trainers then return to the Gym, where Wally gives his thanks before being called home by his mother. Norman then encourages the player to travel [[Hoenn]] and challenge the nine [[Gym Leader]]s: [[Roxanne]], [[Brawly]], [[Wattson]], [[Flannery]], [[Norman]], [[Winona]], [[Tate and Liza]], and [[Wallace]].


The player then travels through {{rt|104|Hoenn}} and [[Petalburg Woods]]; just before the exit from the woods, the player encounters the nefarious [[Team Magma]]{{sup/6|OR}} or [[Team Aqua]]{{sup/6|AS}}. After battling, the grunt reveals that their team is after something in [[Rustboro City]]. Upon exiting the forest, the player is spotted by a [[Zinnia|red-eyed grunt]] who reports to her leader.
The player then travels through {{rt|104|Hoenn}} and [[Petalburg Woods]]; just before the exit from the woods, the player encounters the nefarious [[Team Magma]]{{sup/6|OR}} or [[Team Aqua]]{{sup/6|AS}}. After battling, the grunt reveals that their team is after something in [[Rustboro City]]. Upon exiting the forest, the player is spotted by a [[Zinnia|red-eyed grunt]] who reports to her leader.


At the [[Rustboro Gym]], the player battles Roxanne and earns the {{Badge|Stone}}; afterwards, the player runs into the Devon Researcher from Petalburg Woods. He tells the player that he has been robbed by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}}/Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and that the player must get the {{key|IV|Devon Goods}} back from the evil team. The player then heads out onto {{rt|116|Hoenn}} and discovers an old man named [[Mr. Briney]] who tells them that the villainous team has also taken his {{p|Wingull}} [[Peeko]] hostage and gone into the [[Rusturf Tunnel]]. The player confronts the grunt inside the tunnel and retrieves the Devon Goods, as well as rescuing Peeko.
The player meets Brendan or May right before the [[Rustboro Gym]], where the player battles Roxanne and earns the {{Badge|Stone}}; afterwards, the player runs into the Devon Researcher from Petalburg Woods. He tells the player that he has been robbed by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}}/Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and that the player must get the [[Devon Parts]] back from the evil team. The player then heads out onto {{rt|116|Hoenn}} and discovers an old man named [[Mr. Briney]] who tells them that the villainous team has also taken his {{p|Wingull}} [[Peeko]] hostage and gone into the [[Rusturf Tunnel]]. The player confronts the grunt inside the tunnel and retrieves the Devon Goods, as well as rescuing Peeko.


Once the Devon Goods are returned, the researcher asks the player to deliver them to the shipyard in [[Slateport City]]. The player then meets [[Mr. Stone]], the president of the [[Devon Corporation]], who asks that the player stop by [[Dewford Town]] and deliver a letter to his son {{Steven}}; as thanks for the player's earlier work, Mr. Stone gives the player a new upgrade for the [[PokéNav Plus]], the Buzznav. The player heads back through the Petalburg Woods to [[Mr. Briney]]'s house, where he gives the player a ride down {{rt|105|Hoenn}} to Dewford Town. Just north of Dewford on {{rt|106|Hoenn}} is the [[Granite Cave]] where Steven is exploring. The cave is open to visitors, but the room where Steven is blocked by curious Hikers. They are gone by the time the player earns the {{Badge|Knuckle}} from Brawly at the [[Dewford Gym]]. The player finds Steven in the Granite Cave, looking at a mural of a Groudon marked with omegas{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre marked with alphas{{sup/6|AS}} and remembering old legends. After listening to Steven, the player delivers the letter to him, he rewards the player with {{TM|51|Steel Wing}} and tells the player that he/she could potentially become the Pokémon League Champion.
Once the Devon Goods are returned, the researcher asks the player to deliver them to the shipyard in [[Slateport City]]. The player then meets [[Mr. Stone]], the president of the [[Devon Corporation]], who asks that the player stop by [[Dewford Town]] and deliver a letter to his son {{Steven}}; as thanks for the player's earlier work, Mr. Stone gives the player a new upgrade for the [[PokéNav Plus]], the Buzznav. Outside, Brendan or May explains how she or he caught Pokémon in Petalburg Woods, commenting on how Mr. Briney was once a sailor. The player then heads back through the Petalburg Woods to [[Mr. Briney]]'s house, where he gives the player a ride down {{rt|105|Hoenn}} to Dewford Town. Just north of Dewford on {{rt|106|Hoenn}} is the [[Granite Cave]] where Steven is exploring. The cave is open to visitors, but a group of Ruin Maniacs block the room Steven occupies. After the player earns the {{Badge|Knuckle}} from Brawly at the [[Dewford Gym]], they disappear and the player can find Steven in Granite Cave, looking at a mural of a Groudon marked with omegas{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre marked with alphas{{sup/6|AS}} and remembering old legends. After listening to Steven, the player delivers the letter to him, he rewards the player with {{TM|51|Steel Wing}} and tells the player that they could potentially become the Pokémon League Champion.


After leaving Dewford Town, Mr. Briney takes the player across {{rt|107|Hoenn}} and {{rt|108|Hoenn}} to {{rt|109|Hoenn}}, just south of Slateport City. When the player arrives in Slateport, there is a noticeable crowd of Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}}/Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} grunts blocking the entrance to the [[Oceanic Museum]]. When the player tries to drop off the Devon Goods at [[Stern's Shipyard]], they learn that [[Captain Stern]] is in the Oceanic Museum. Once the player finds Captain Stern, they are confronted by two villainous grunts, and after defeating them, the villainous team's leader [[Maxie]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Archie]]{{sup/6|AS}} appears and tells the player of their plans before warning not to get in the way again.
After leaving Dewford Town, Mr. Briney takes the player across {{rt|107|Hoenn}} and {{rt|108|Hoenn}} to {{rt|109|Hoenn}}, just south of Slateport City. When the player arrives in Slateport, there is a noticeable crowd of Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}}/Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} grunts blocking the entrance to the [[Oceanic Museum]]. When the player tries to drop off the Devon Goods at [[Stern's Shipyard]], they learn that [[Captain Stern]] is in the Oceanic Museum. Once the player finds Captain Stern, they are confronted by two villainous grunts, and after defeating them, the villainous team's leader [[Maxie]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Archie]]{{sup/6|AS}} appears and tells the player of their plans before warning not to get in the way again.


After giving the Devon Goods to Captain Stern, the player leaves Slateport City and travels {{rt|110|Hoenn}}; after encountering and battling the pseudo-rival, the player arrives in [[Mauville City]]. Outside of the [[Mauville Gym]], the player finds Wally and his uncle; Wally challenges the player to a battle to prove to his uncle that he is ready for the Gym. After the battle, Wally's uncle invites the player to visit [[Verdanturf Town]] sometime. Once the {{Badge|Dynamo}} has been earned from Wattson, the player heads to Verdanturf Town and uses {{m|Rock Smash}} to clear the previously blocked Rusturf Tunnel, earning Aggronite as a reward. Next, the player returns to Mauville and travels through {{rt|111|Hoenn}} and {{rt|112|Hoenn}} to the [[Fiery Path]], on the other side of which the player continues through {{rt|113|Hoenn}} to [[Fallarbor Town]].
After giving the Devon Goods to Captain Stern, the player leaves Slateport City and travels {{rt|110|Hoenn}}; after encountering and battling Brendan or May, the player arrives in [[Mauville City]]. Outside of the [[Mauville Gym]], the player finds Wally and his uncle; Wally challenges the player to a battle to prove to his uncle that he is ready for the Gym. After the battle, Wally's uncle invites the player to visit [[Verdanturf Town]] sometime. Once the {{Badge|Dynamo}} has been earned from Wattson, the player heads to Verdanturf Town and uses {{m|Rock Smash}} to clear the previously blocked Rusturf Tunnel, earning Aggronite as a reward. Next, the player returns to Mauville and travels through {{rt|111|Hoenn}} and {{rt|112|Hoenn}} to the [[Fiery Path]], on the other side of which the player continues through {{rt|113|Hoenn}} to [[Fallarbor Town]]. Along the way, the player meets Brendan or May who gives them {{m|Strength}}, and tells them about [[Professor Cozmo]].
 
Inside the Fallarbor Pokémon Center, the player meets [[Lanette]], who invites them to her house on {{rt|114|Hoenn}}. At the end of Route 114 is [[Meteor Falls]], inside which the player finds Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}}/Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}. This time, they have stolen a valuable {{key|IV|Meteorite}} from [[Professor Cozmo]]. Suddenly, the scene is interrupted by the appearance of the opposite-version's team, which causes the thieves to retreat to [[Mt. Chimney]] with the stolen meteorite. At the top of Mt. Chimney, Team Magma and Team Aqua can be found fighting over the meteorite; after fighting an admin of the primary evil team, [[Tabitha]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Shelly]]{{sup/6|AS}}, the player finds the leader of the team, [[Maxie]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Archie]]{{sup/6|AS}}, using the meteorite in a strange machine with the intention of turning it into a Mega Stone. The leader then battles the player. After the battle, the leader is informed of a better way to achieve his team's goals, lets the player take and keep the meteorite, and retreats.
 
Taking the southern path that was blocked by the battling teams, the player exits Mt. Chimney and reaches [[Lavaridge Town]], home of the [[Lavaridge Gym]]. After receiving the {{Badge|Heat}} from Flannery, the player is given the [[Go-Goggles]] by their pseudo-rival, who then suggests that the player challenge their father at the Petalburg Gym. After getting the {{Badge|Balance}} from Norman, the player visits Wally's father, who gives the player {{HM|03|Surf}}.
 
As the player then travels through {{rt|118|Hoenn}} (just east of Mauville City), they encounter Steven once again. Their discussion is interrupted by the arrival of a frightened {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|AS}}. Steven realizes the Legendary Pokémon is asking for help, and it takes both Steven and the player to [[Southern Island]] where the evil team admin [[Magma Admin Courtney|Courtney]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Aqua Admin Matt|Matt]]{{sup/6|AS}} is terrorizing Latios{{sup/6|OR}}/Latias{{sup/6|AS}}. After fighting off the evil team, Latios{{sup/6|OR}}/Latias{{sup/6|AS}} decides to join the player's team and give him/her its Mega Stone. Steven awards the player with a Mega Bracelet and Latias{{sup/6|OR}}/Latios{{sup/6|AS}} takes both of them back to {{rt|118|Hoenn}}.


Afterwards, the player continues through {{rt|119|Hoenn}}, reaching the [[Weather Institute]], which is being attacked by the evil team in search of more information on Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. After battling the grunts, the player comes face to face with the admin [[Tabitha]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Shelly]]{{sup/6|AS}}, who appears distressed with what he/she found out. After besting the admin, the player saves the institute and is given a Pokémon {{p|Castform}} as a reward. Shortly after leaving the Institute, the pseudo-rival appears and battles the player, and they give away {{HM|02|Fly}} upon defeat.
Inside the Fallarbor Pokémon Center, the player meets [[Lanette]], who invites them to her house on {{rt|114|Hoenn}}. Meanwhile, the player is told by Brendan or May that Professor Cozmo has been kidnapped by the evil team at [[Meteor Falls]], located at the end of Route 114. Inside which the player along with Brendan or May battles [[Tabitha]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Shelly]]{{sup/6|AS}}, along with a grunt. This time, they have stolen a valuable [[Meteorite]] from [[Professor Cozmo]]. Suddenly the opposite-version's team appears, taunting the primary evil team, who retreats with the Meteorite to [[Mt. Chimney]], and warns the player to not interfere with Team Aqua{{sup/6|OR}}/Team Magma{{sup/6|AS}}. At the top of Mt. Chimney, Team Magma and Team Aqua can be found fighting; after fighting the admin of the primary evil team from Meteor Falls, the player finds the leader of the team, [[Maxie]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Archie]]{{sup/6|AS}}, using the meteorite in a strange machine with the intention of turning it into a Mega Stone. The leader then battles the player. After the battle, the leader is informed of a better way to achieve his team's goals, gives the player the meteorite, and retreats.


The player arrives in [[Fortree City]] but cannot challenge the Gym because something invisible is blocking the entrance. On {{rt|120|Hoenn}}, the player once again meets Steven, and he gives the player the {{key|IV|Devon Scope}}, a Mega Stone and notices that the meteorite the player picked up from Mt Chimney emits light. The Devon Scope allows the player to enter the Gym by revealing the invisible thing to be the Pokémon {{p|Kecleon}}. After the player defeats Winona and receives the {{Badge|Feather}}, the quest continues through {{rt|120|Hoenn}} and {{rt|121|Hoenn}} to [[Lilycove City]]. On {{rt|121|Hoenn}}, there are some grunts from the evil team discussing their plan to go to [[Mt. Pyre]], and upon arriving in Lilycove, the player finds it crawling with more grunts. Outside of the [[Lilycove Department Store]], the player battles his/her pseudo-rival again. After the battle, the pseudo-rival notices the meteorite shining in the player's bag, just like Steven did before.
Taking the southern path that was blocked by the battling teams, the player exits Mt. Chimney and reaches [[Lavaridge Town]], home of the [[Lavaridge Gym]]. After receiving the {{Badge|Heat}} from Flannery, the player meets Brendan or May who gives the player the [[Go-Goggles]] and suggests that he challenge his father at the Petalburg Gym, offering to go with him. After getting the {{Badge|Balance}} from Norman, the player visits Wally's father, who gives the player {{HM|03|Surf}}.


After the battle, the player heads to Mt. Pyre to drive off the evil team. At the summit of Mt. Pyre, the player finds the leader of the team, who has taken the [[Colored orbs|Red Orb]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Colored orbs|Blue Orb]]{{sup/6|AS}} and proclaims that the young Trainer has arrived too late to stop him; the team then heads for Slateport City. The old couple that watch over the orbs beseech the player to stop the evil team, and they give the player the stolen orb's counterpart. Upon returning to Slateport, the player finds that Capt. Stern has discovered an undersea cavern on {{rt|128|Hoenn}}. The evil team then suddenly appears and takes over the captain's research submarine. The leader of the evil team once again taunts the player, and he mentions that the team's hideout is in Lilycove City. Once the player fights their way through to the center of the hideout, finding the [[Master Ball]] along the way, they encounter an admin Courtney{{sup/6|OR}}/Matt{{sup/6|AS}} who battles the player to stall until the leader takes off in the submarine.
As the player then travels through {{rt|118|Hoenn}} (just east of Mauville City), they encounter Steven once again. Their discussion is interrupted by the arrival of a frightened {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|AS}}. Steven realizes the Legendary Pokémon is asking for help, and it takes both Steven and the player to [[Southern Island]] where the other evil team admin [[Courtney]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Matt]]{{sup/6|AS}} is terrorizing Latios{{sup/6|OR}}/Latias{{sup/6|AS}}. After fighting off the evil team, Latios{{sup/6|OR}}/Latias{{sup/6|AS}} decides to join the player's team and give them its Mega Stone. Steven awards the player with a [[Mega Bracelet]] and Latias{{sup/6|OR}}/Latios{{sup/6|AS}} takes both of them back to {{rt|118|Hoenn}}.


The player must then travel {{rt|124|Hoenn}} to [[Mossdeep City]], where he/she challenges Tate and Liza of the [[Mossdeep Gym]] to earn the {{Badge|Mind}}. After this a pillar of light appears on {{rt|128|Hoenn}}. Steven notices the player coming out of the Gym and invites him/her to his house, where he gives him/her the {{HM|07|Dive}} and the Devon Scuba Gear. Heading to {{rt|128|Hoenn}} and using Dive, the player finds the [[Seafloor Cavern]], where the evil team has gone. In the deepest reaches of the cavern, the player has a showdown with the team leader [[Maxie]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Archie]]{{sup/6|AS}}. After the battle, the player witnesses [[Tabitha]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Shelly]]{{sup/6|AS}} arriving and trying to warn their leader against waking up the Legendary Pokémon, but the leader dismisses the warnings and uses the Orb to awaken the sleeping {{p|Groudon}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{p|Kyogre}}{{sup/6|AS}}. After being awakened, the ancient Pokémon breaks out of the cavern and starts moving towards [[Sootopolis City]], its power driving the weather all over Hoenn out of control. The leader realizes that he can't control the Pokémon's power at all; just then, the leader of the opposite team appears, and the two bosses team up to try to stop the rampage.
Afterwards, the player continues through {{rt|119|Hoenn}}, reaching the [[Weather Institute]], which is being attacked by the evil team in search of more information on Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. After battling the grunts, the player comes face to face with the admin [[Tabitha]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Shelly]]{{sup/6|AS}}, who appears distressed with what they found out. After defeating the admin, the player saves the institute and is given a Pokémon {{p|Castform}} as a reward. Shortly after leaving the Institute, Brendan or May appears and battles the player, giving away {{HM|02|Fly}} upon defeat.


After the bosses leave, Steven appears and tells the player to catch up with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} in [[Sootopolis City]]. Heading to {{rt|126|Hoenn}} and using Dive again, the player finds the entrance to Sootopolis City. Inside the city, the player finds Steven, who introduces them to his friend Wallace, the Sootopolis Gym Leader, who is also entrusted with the duty of protecting the [[Cave of Origin]].
The player arrives in [[Fortree City]], but cannot challenge the Gym because something invisible is blocking the entrance. On {{rt|120|Hoenn}}, the player once again meets Steven, and he gives the player the [[Devon Scope]], a Mega Stone and notices that the meteorite the player picked up from Mt Chimney emits light. The Devon Scope allows the player to enter the Gym by revealing the invisible thing to be the Pokémon {{p|Kecleon}}. After the player defeats Winona and receives the {{Badge|Feather}}, the quest continues through {{rt|120|Hoenn}} and {{rt|121|Hoenn}} to [[Lilycove City]]. On {{rt|121|Hoenn}}, there are some grunts from the evil team discussing their plan to go to [[Mt. Pyre]], and upon arriving in Lilycove, the player finds it crawling with more grunts. Outside of the [[Lilycove Department Store]], the player battles Brendan or May again; after the battle, Brendan or May notices the meteorite shining like Steven did before.


Upon arriving in front of the cave's entrance, Steven, Wallace and the player meet up with the leaders and admins of both teams, as well as the pseudo-rival. The player receives the Magma Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} and is told that the Orb he/she possesses has the power to weaken the ancient Pokémon. After a few words of encouragement from everyone, the player heads inside. He/she puts the suit on, inserts the orb into a slot in the suit and latches on to Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} as the ancient Pokémon makes its way to the chamber where it can accomplish its Primal Reversion. The player witnesses it undergo the transformation and fights it. After capturing or defeating the Pokémon, the weather (seemingly) returns to normal, and the world is saved. Steven gives the player the Eon Flute and leaves.
After the battle, the player heads to Mt. Pyre to drive off the evil team. At the summit of Mt. Pyre, the player finds the leader of the team, who has taken the [[Red Orb]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Blue Orb]]{{sup/6|AS}} and proclaims that the young Trainer has arrived too late to stop him, having the admin from Southern Island attack the player before heading to Slateport City. The old couple that watches over the orbs beseech the player to stop the evil team, and they give the player the stolen orb's counterpart. Upon returning to Slateport, the player finds that Capt. Stern has discovered an undersea cavern on {{rt|128|Hoenn}}. The evil team then suddenly appears and takes over the captain's research submarine. The leader of the evil team once again taunts the player, and he mentions that the team's hideout is in Lilycove City. Captain Stern begs the player to stop the evil team. After fighting their way through to the center of the hideout, finding the [[Master Ball]] along the way, the player encounters Courtney{{sup/6|OR}}/Matt{{sup/6|AS}}, who battles the player to stall until the leader takes off in the submarine.


After defeating [[Wallace]] at the [[Sootopolis Gym]], the latter gives out the final badge, {{Badge|Rain}}, and mentions that Prof Birch has something for him/her. Returning to Littleroot Town, the player is told that the recent events did change the climate in the Hoenn region, causing the Pokémon species that once left Hoenn to come back, and the regional Pokédex is not sufficient anymore, and gets the National Pokédex upgrade. The player now has all eight Badges, and they head down {{rt|128|Hoenn}} to [[Ever Grande City]], where {{ho|Victory Road}} and the Elite Four await. Wally battles the player one last time before they exit the cavern.
The player must then travel {{rt|124|Hoenn}} to [[Mossdeep City]], where they challenge Tate and Liza of the [[Mossdeep Gym]] to earn the {{Badge|Mind}}. After this a pillar of light appears on {{rt|128|Hoenn}}. Steven notices the player coming out of the Gym and invites them to his house, where he gives them the {{HM|07|Dive}} and the Devon Scuba Gear. Heading to {{rt|128|Hoenn}} and using Dive, the player finds the [[Seafloor Cavern]], where the evil team has gone. In the deepest reaches of the cavern, the player finds Maxie{{sup/6|OR}}/Archie{{sup/6|AS}} taunting the opposite version's team leader, who then challenges the player to a battle. After the battle, the player witnesses [[Tabitha]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Shelly]]{{sup/6|AS}} arrive and warn their leader against waking up the Legendary Pokémon, but the leader dismisses the warnings and uses the Orb to awaken the sleeping {{p|Groudon}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{p|Kyogre}}{{sup/6|AS}}. After being awakened, the ancient Pokémon  breaks out of the cavern and starts moving towards [[Sootopolis City]], driving the weather of Hoenn out of control. The opposite team's leader explains that they are unable to control Pokémon's Primal Reversion, and the primary evil team leader discovers to his horror that his plan did not work as he intended.


The [[Elite Four]] are the strongest Trainers in the region, and they can only be battled by challengers that have proven themselves by collecting the eight Badges of Hoenn. They are [[Sidney]], who specializes in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon; [[Phoebe]], who specializes in {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon; [[Glacia]], who specializes in {{type|Ice}} Pokémon; and [[Drake]], who specializes in {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon. After defeating the Elite Four, the player must then battle the [[Pokémon Champion|Pokémon League Champion]], Steven.
After the bosses leave to try to stop the Pokémon, Steven appears and tells the player to catch up with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} in [[Sootopolis City]]. Heading to {{rt|126|Hoenn}} and using Dive again, the player finds the entrance to Sootopolis City. Inside the city, the player finds Steven, who introduces them to his friend Wallace, the Sootopolis Gym Leader, who is also entrusted with the duty of protecting the [[Cave of Origin]].


After the battle, Professor Birch and the pseudo-rival arrive to congratulate the player. Birch examines the player's Pokédex, the player is registered in the Hall of Fame, and the credits roll as the player and the pseudo-rival return home. Back on {{rt|103|Hoenn}}, the pseudo-rival becomes nostalgic and challenges the player one last time.
Upon arriving in front of the cave's entrance, Steven, Wallace and the player meet up with the leaders and admin Tabitha/Shelly of both teams, along with Brendan or May, who explains what they saw on TV. The player receives the Magma Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} and is told that the Orb they possess can weaken the ancient Pokémon. After a few words of encouragement from everyone, the player heads inside. The player puts the suit on, inserts the orb into a slot in the suit and latches on to Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} as the ancient Pokémon makes its way to the chamber where it can accomplish its Primal Reversion. The player witnesses it undergo the transformation and fights it. After capturing or defeating the Pokémon, the weather (seemingly) returns to normal. The team leaders reconcile, Steven gives the player the Eon Flute and Brendan/May explains how he/she is impressed with the player.


Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the [[Litleonids]] at [[Mossdeep City]], that [[Norman]] now has to cancel. As the parents ponder about what they can do with the tickets they bought, a mysterious symbol appears on screen, which then fades into a "To be continued" chyron.
After defeating [[Wallace]] at the [[Sootopolis Gym]], the player gets the {{Badge|Rain}}, and the gym leader mentions that Prof. Birch has something for them. At Littleroot Town, the player is told that the recent events did change the climate in the Hoenn region, causing the Pokémon species that once left Hoenn to come back, and the regional Pokédex is not sufficient anymore, and gets the National Pokédex upgrade. The player now has all eight Badges, and they head down {{rt|128|Hoenn}} to [[Ever Grande City]], where {{ho|Victory Road}} and the Elite Four await. Wally battles the player one last time before they exit the cavern.


Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].
The [[Elite Four]] are the strongest Trainers in the region, and they can only be battled by challengers that have all eight Badges of Hoenn. They are [[Sidney]], who specializes in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon; [[Phoebe]], who specializes in {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon; [[Glacia]], who specializes in {{type|Ice}} Pokémon; and [[Drake]], who specializes in {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon. After defeating the Elite Four, the player must then battle the [[Pokémon Champion|Pokémon League Champion]], Steven.


After completing the Delta Episode, the player is returned to Littleroot Town. Downstairs, [[Norman]] gives the player the {{key|IV|S.S. Ticket}} to take the [[S.S. Tidal]] over to the [[Battle Resort]].
After the battle, Professor Birch and Brendan/May arrive to congratulate the player. Birch examines the player's Pokédex, the player is registered in the Hall of Fame, and the credits roll as the player and Brendan/May return home. After the credits, on {{rt|103|Hoenn}} challenges, Brendan or May challenges the player to a battle one last time.


==Pre-release information==
Back at home, the player's parents are discussing their plans to go see the [[Litleonids]] at [[Mossdeep City]], that [[Norman]] now has to cancel. As the parents ponder about what they can do with the tickets they bought, a mysterious symbol appears on screen, which then fades into a "To be continued" chyron.
According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world.<ref name="youtube announcement">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywGSON9tNq0 Youtube: "Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire -- November 2014!"]</ref> The first footage from the game, a cutscene showing {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}} manipulating the weather via their respective Abilities, was revealed three days after the games' first announcement.<ref name="youtube first footage">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00DyEDmQ83s Youtube: "Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire—Sneak Peek Footage"]</ref> One month after the games' announcement, it was revealed that Groudon and Kyogre can undergo Primal Reversion becoming Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre, respectively.<ref name="primal legendaries">[[n:Details on Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire announced|Bulbanews: "Details on Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire announced"]]</ref>


A number of features introduced in {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} that had since been discontinued will return in these games. [[Pokémon Contest]]s and customizable [[Secret Base]]s (now "Super Secret Bases") will return for the first time since {{game|Platinum}},<ref name="Secret Bases">[[n:Super-Secret Bases confirmed for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Bulbanews: "Super-Secret Bases confirmed for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire"]]</ref> while the {{DL|Bicycle|Mach Bike}}, the {{DL|Bicycle|Acro Bike}}, and third-generation [[player character]]s {{ga|Brendan}} and {{ga|May}} will return for the first time since {{game|Emerald}}.<ref name="CoroCoro July">[[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|Bulbanews: "CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed"]]</ref> {{p|Feebas}} will resume a Contest-specific evolution method.<ref name="August Update">[[n:Official US Pokémon website updates with new ORAS trailer, details about new Mega Evolutions|Bulbanews: Official US Pokémon website updates with new ORAS trailer, details about new Mega Evolutions]]</ref> In addition, a number of features introduced in {{g|X and Y}} will also return, with [[Horde Encounter]]s and [[Mega Evolution]]s already confirmed to be part of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, with the Horde Encounter feature expanding into [[Horde Encounter|Trainer Horde Battle]]s. Over ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s debuted in this game, including Mega {{p|Sceptile}}, Mega {{p|Swampert}}, Mega {{p|Diancie}}, Mega {{p|Sableye}}, Mega {{p|Metagross}}, Mega {{p|Altaria}}, Mega {{p|Lopunny}}, Mega {{p|Salamence}}, Mega {{p|Slowbro}}, Mega {{p|Audino}}, Mega {{p|Camerupt}} and Mega {{p|Sharpedo}}. The [[PokéNav]] will be redesigned as the PokéNav Plus, a device appearing on the touch screen outside of battle. The [[PokéNav Plus]] has four main functions &mdash; [[DexNav]], which displays information about wild Pokémon available in the player's current location; {{DL|PokéNav Plus|AreaNav}}, a map used for navigation of location, Pokémon, Secret Bases and Berry Trees; {{DL|PokéNav Plus|BuzzNav}}, which reports on news from around the Hoenn region and from StreetPass; and {{DL|PokéNav Plus|PlayNav}}, which is used to connect to online play, local wireless play, [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]].
===Delta Episode===
{{main|Delta Episode}}
Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the Delta Episode. The episode revolves around a [[Grand Meteor Delta|meteoroid]] that is on course for collision with the planet and a newly developed character, Zinnia.


The August edition of ''CoroCoro'' magazine introduced [[Cosplay Pikachu]]. This special Pikachu is given to the player to use in Pokémon Contests. This Pikachu gets a unique costume to wear during Contests; each costume comes with a specific, special move: Pikachu Rock Star gets {{m|Meteor Mash}} (Coolness Contest); Pikachu, Ph.D gets {{m|Electric Terrain}} (Cleverness Contest); Pikachu Pop Star gets {{m|Draining Kiss}} (Cuteness Contest); Pikachu Belle gets {{m|Icicle Crash}} (Beauty Contest); Pikachu Libre gets {{m|Flying Press}} (Toughness Contest).
After completing the Delta Episode, the player is returned to Littleroot Town. Downstairs, [[Norman]] gives the player the [[S.S. Ticket]] to take the [[S.S. Tidal]] over to the [[Battle Resort]], and the player unlocks the [[Hoenn League]]'s rematch teams.


==Blurb==
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==Changes from Ruby and Sapphire==
==Changes from Ruby and Sapphire==
===Mechanics inherited from later generations===
===Mechanics inherited from later generations===
The following elements from X and Y are also included in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.
The following elements from {{g|X and Y}} are also included in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.
* [[Mega Evolution]]s and [[Mega Stone]]s, including a number of new Mega Evolutions and Mega Stones that did not exist in X and Y.
* [[Mega Evolution]]s and [[Mega Stone]]s, including a number of new Mega Evolutions and Mega Stones that did not exist in X and Y.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]].
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
* [[Horde Encounter]]s.
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the [[Battle Tower]].
* VS. Artwork or models are now used instead of sprites for Trainers and Gym Leaders.
* VS. Artwork or models are now used instead of sprites for Trainers and Gym Leaders.
* Stereoscopic 3D is incorporated, and in the same manner as in X and Y.
* Stereoscopic 3D is incorporated, and in the same manner as in X and Y.
The mechanic of {{cat|Evolution-inducing locations}} originating in [[Generation IV]], for Pokémon that evolve {{DL|Methods of evolution|when trained in a certain area}}, is also incorporated in the games.
* There are 100 [[TM]]s, as opposed to 50 TMs in Ruby and Sapphire. The TM list from X and Y is used, with the exception of [[TM94]] ({{m|Rock Smash}}{{sup/6|XY}}/{{m|Secret Power}}{{sup/6|ORAS}}), to reflect the fact that Rock Smash is an HM once again.
* [[Moss Rock]] appears in [[Petalburg Woods]] for {{p|Leafeon}}.
* The [[Exp. Share]] is now a [[Key Item]] that shares [[experience]] with all Pokémon in the party when activated. It is also obtained earlier, replacing the [[Great Ball]] given by the [[Devon Corporation]] employee in [[Petalburg Woods]] after the player rescues them from the {{tc|Team Magma Grunt|Team Magma}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{tc|Team Aqua Grunt}}{{sup/6|AS}}.
* [[Ice Rock]] appears on the final floor of [[Shoal Cave]] during low tide for {{p|Glaceon}}.
* The addition of Trainers with the {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}, {{tc|Mysterious Sisters}}, {{tc|Brains & Brawn}}, and {{tc|Ace Duo}} Trainer classes.
* [[New Mauville]] serves as the location with a magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
 
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
The following elements from [[Generation V]] are also included in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.
* [[TM]]s now can be used an unlimited number of times. They are not single-use items anymore.
** The prices of TMs that can be bought in stores were raised.
** TMs can't be [[Held item|held]], [[trade]]d, or sold anymore.
* The addition of Trainers with the {{tc|Backpacker}} Trainer class.
 
The following elements from [[Generation IV]] are also included in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* The mechanic of {{cat|Evolution-inducing locations}}, for Pokémon that evolve {{DL|Methods of evolution|when trained in a certain area}}, is also incorporated in the games.
** [[Moss Rock]] appears in [[Petalburg Woods]] for {{p|Leafeon}}.
** [[Ice Rock]] appears on the final floor of [[Shoal Cave]] during low tide for {{p|Glaceon}}.
** [[New Mauville]] serves as the location with a [[special magnetic field]] where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
* Nine new Pokémon have been added to the Hoenn Pokédex. These are all [[Generation IV]] Pokémon which evolve from or into previous Hoenn Pokémon.
* Nine new Pokémon have been added to the Hoenn Pokédex. These are all [[Generation IV]] Pokémon which evolve from or into previous Hoenn Pokémon.
* As {{m|Flash}} is no longer an HM, Brawly's Knuckle Badge is no longer required to use it.
* If a {{pkmn2|Legendary}} or [[Mythical Pokémon]] faints, then it will reappear after defeating the {{pkmn|Champion}}.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* {{m|Flash}} is no longer an HM. As a result, Brawly's Knuckle Badge is no longer required to use it.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].
* [[Time]] visibly flowing from day to night. It was introduced in [[Generation II]] but was absent from [[Generation III]] games. It was since reintroduced in [[Generation IV]].
* The addition of Trainers with the {{tc|Backpacker}}, {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}, {{tc|Mysterious Sisters}}, {{tc|Brains & Brawn}}, and {{tc|Ace Duo}} Trainer classes.


===All new elements===
===All new elements===
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* [[Cosplay Pikachu]] can be obtained. This is a special female Pikachu that is able to swap one of the moves it knows by changing its costume in [[Contest Hall]]s.
* [[Cosplay Pikachu]] can be obtained. This is a special female Pikachu that is able to swap one of the moves it knows by changing its costume in [[Contest Hall]]s.
* Groudon and Kyogre are given [[Primal Reversion]] forms which are accessed by holding their respective [[colored orbs]]. As such the orbs are now regular items instead of Key Items.
* Groudon and Kyogre are given [[Primal Reversion]] forms which are accessed by holding their respective [[colored orbs]]. As such the orbs are now regular items instead of Key Items.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{key|VI|Eon Flute}} to [[soaring in the sky|soar]] the skies on {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|AS}}, where Pokémon can be encountered and [[Mirage spot]]s found.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the [[Eon Flute]] to [[soaring in the sky|soar]] the skies on {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|AS}}, where Pokémon can be encountered and [[Mirage spot]]s found.
**While the trainer can battle certain Pokémon in the sky, this is not the same as the [[Sky Battle]] feature from X and Y as any Pokémon can be used, not just {{type|Flying}}s, or Pokémon with the {{a|Levitate}} ability.
**While the trainer can battle certain Pokémon in the sky, this is not the same as the [[Sky Battle]] feature from X and Y as any Pokémon can be used, not just {{type|Flying}}s, or Pokémon with the {{a|Levitate}} ability.
*[[PokéNav Plus]] replaces [[PokéNav]], which works as a dual-screen feature. Other than retaining the Hoenn Map and Trainer's Eye features, it includes the dual-screen features from X and Y, the ability to encounter specific Pokémon, and tracking Berries or Secret Bases.
*[[PokéNav Plus]] replaces [[PokéNav]], which works as a dual-screen feature. Other than retaining the Hoenn Map and Trainer's Eye features, it includes the dual-screen features from X and Y, the ability to encounter specific Pokémon, and tracking Berries or Secret Bases.
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* The {{gy|Dewford}} and [[Mossdeep Gym]]s have received complete redesigns, while the other six gyms have received minor redesigns.
* The {{gy|Dewford}} and [[Mossdeep Gym]]s have received complete redesigns, while the other six gyms have received minor redesigns.
* The interior of [[Mt. Pyre]] has been redesigned. On one hand it has been simplified, as the puzzle with holes in floors has been removed (both [[Incense]]s are now lying in the open), and the number of floors has been reduced from six to four. On the other hand, exploring it is now mandatory, as the doorway leading to the exterior has been relocated from the first floor to the third.
* The interior of [[Mt. Pyre]] has been redesigned. On one hand it has been simplified, as the puzzle with holes in floors has been removed (both [[Incense]]s are now lying in the open), and the number of floors has been reduced from six to four. On the other hand, exploring it is now mandatory, as the doorway leading to the exterior has been relocated from the first floor to the third.
* The opening and closing door maze from New Mauville has been removed.
* The door maze from New Mauville has been removed.
* [[Sky Pillar]] has been completely redesigned, and the Mach Bike puzzle has been removed.
* [[Sky Pillar]] has been completely redesigned, and the Mach Bike puzzle has been removed.
* The [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] has been completely redesigned to where the player is more dependent on the bikes for traveling through the Safari Zone. The bikes are needed for accessing Area 3 and 4 (which can use either bike and not just one specific bike like before) and to access the long grass section in each area.
* The [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] has been completely redesigned to where the player is more dependent on the bikes for traveling through the Safari Zone. The bikes are needed for accessing Area 3 and 4 (which can use either bike and not just one specific bike like before) and to access the long-grass section in each area.
* A few new areas are added to {{ho|Victory Road}} that did not exist in Generation III. This also includes an area to where the player can face [[Wally]] instead of the main area of 1F where Wally was encountered in Generation III.
* A few new areas are added to {{ho|Victory Road}} that did not exist in Generation III. This includes an area where the player can face [[Wally]] instead of the main area of 1F, where Wally was encountered in Generation III.


====Gameplay changes====
====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* [[Secret Base]]s have been completely upgraded, becoming Super Secret Bases. Features include sharing bases with other players, inviting other players as secret pals, capturing flags, and customizing the player's own Gym.
* Secret Bases have been completely upgraded, becoming Super Secret Bases. Features include sharing bases with other players, inviting other players as secret pals, capturing flags, and customizing the player's own Gym.
* [[Mirage spot]]s are added as an apparent evolution of the {{gdis|Mirage Island|III}} mechanic.
* [[Mirage spot]]s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty and Smart conditions have been renamed to {{OBP|Beautiful|condition}} and {{OBP|Clever|condition}}, respectively.
** The Beauty condition has been renamed to {{OBP|Beautiful|condition}} and Smart has been renamed to {{OBP|Clever|condition}}.
** [[Pokéblock]]s and Pokéblock making have been heavily simplified, with Pokéblock making no longer requiring more than one player to perform successfully.
** [[Pokéblock]]s and Pokéblock making have been heavily simplified, with Pokéblock making no longer requiring more than one player to perform successfully.
** The Sheen stat has been removed, meaning there is no longer a limit to how many Pokéblocks a player can give to their Pokémon, enabling Pokémon to have all of their [[Contest condition|condition stats]] maxed out.
** The [[sheen]] stat has been removed, meaning there is no longer a limit to how many Pokéblocks a player can give to their Pokémon, enabling Pokémon to have all of their [[Contest condition|condition stats]] maxed out.
** {{DL|List of Ribbons in the games|Contest Ribbons}} are only awarded to Pokémon who have won in the [[Rank (Contest)|Master Rank]].
** [[Wallace]], as well as two new Contest-exclusive characters—[[Lisia]] and {{ga|Chaz}}— appear as special contestants.
* The Safari Zone no longer requires that the player play the Safari Game. Instead, the Pokémon can be caught through normal encounters.
* The Safari Zone no longer requires that the player play the Safari Game. Instead, the Pokémon can be caught through normal encounters.
* Bikes are now capable of traveling through [[tall grass|long grass]].
* Bikes are now capable of traveling through [[tall grass|long grass]].
* The player only needs one Badge instead of five to be able to rebattle the Trainers listed in the Trainer's Eye.
* The player only needs one Badge instead of five to be able to rebattle the Trainers listed in the Trainer's Eye.
* The ability to search for hidden items underwater using the Dowsing Machine has been removed, as the Dowsing Machine is now worn as an accessory while in use. Hidden items still exist underwater, however.
* The ability to search for hidden items underwater using the Dowsing Machine has been removed, as the Dowsing Machine is now worn as an accessory while in use. Hidden items still exist underwater, however.
*Similar to Emerald's Battle Frontier, BP can be earned to use as payment for moves learned from Move Tutors in the Battle Resort. Notably a number of these moves were formerly TMs during Generation III.
* Similar to Emerald's {{gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}, [[Battle Point]]s can be earned to use as payment for moves learned from Move Tutors in the Battle Resort. Notably a number of these moves were formerly TMs during Generation III.
**Free Move Tutors are located in Mauville City, [[Meteor Falls]] (after the Delta Episode), and [[Sootopolis City]].
** Free Move Tutors are located in Mauville City, [[Meteor Falls]] (after the Delta Episode), and [[Sootopolis City]].
* Trainers that turn in place can now spot the player when they are turning if the player is directly north, south, east, or west of the Trainer.
* Trainers that turn in place can now spot the player when they are turning if the player is directly north, south, east, or west of the Trainer.
*[[Mr. Briney]]'s boat is now capable of traveling between {{rt|104|Hoenn}} and {{rt|109|Hoenn}} without having to stop at [[Dewford Town]] first. Additionally if the player travels through [[Rusturf Tunnel]] to reach the other side, Mr. Briney would be found at that location allowing the player to use his boat without having to backtrack to the previous location.
*[[Mr. Briney]]'s boat is now capable of traveling between {{rt|104|Hoenn}} and {{rt|109|Hoenn}} without having to stop at [[Dewford Town]] first. Additionally if the player travels through [[Rusturf Tunnel]] to reach the other side, Mr. Briney would be found at that location allowing the player to use his boat without having to backtrack to the previous location.
**Because of the change on how the boat operates, {{rt|105|Hoenn}} and {{rt|108|Hoenn}} will not be counted as seen until the player returns there later after acquiring {{m|Surf}}.
**Because of the change on how the boat operates, {{rt|105|Hoenn}} and {{rt|108|Hoenn}} will not be counted as seen until the player returns there later after acquiring {{m|Surf}}.
* [[Trend|Trendy phrases]] set in [[Dewford Town]] are constructed differently. Since the [[easy chat system]] was removed, the player constructs a trendy phrase by selecting an item from the Items or Medicine Pockets along with one of ten possible words.


=====Story=====
====Story====
* Many characters' roles in the story are significantly elaborated upon, most notably Steven, Wallace, Team Aqua & Team Magma, and Wally.
* Many characters' roles in the story are significantly elaborated upon, most notably Steven, Wallace, Team Aqua & Team Magma, and Wally.
** {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
** {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
** Team Aqua & Team Magma's goals are slightly different: Team Aqua wishes to revert the Earth to its prehistoric state in order to restore the Pokémon habitats lost to human advancement, while Team Magma wishes to provide humanity with more habitable land as a means of accelerating human innovation.
** Team Aqua & Team Magma's goals are slightly different: Team Aqua wishes to revert the Earth to its prehistoric state in order to restore the Pokémon habitats lost to human advancement, while Team Magma wishes to provide humanity with more habitable land as a means of accelerating human innovation.
*** Further, the admins now have extended personalities.
*** In addition, the opposite team, rather than acting as an ally, simply opposes their counterparts, even distrusting the player as to warn them not to interfere with their own goals.
** In addition to his studies of how Pokémon behave in the wild, [[Professor Birch]] is also said to do research on Pokémon that left Hoenn after the region's climate changed, as revealed after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}.
** In addition to his studies of how Pokémon behave in the wild, [[Professor Birch]] is also said to do research on Pokémon that left Hoenn after the region's climate changed, as revealed after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}.
** May/Brendan, when not chosen, has an extended personality and bigger role in the storyline, even teaming with the player against Team Magma/Aqua at Meteor Falls, and seeing the player after Groudon/Kyogre is awakened.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}:
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}:
** Team Magma/Aqua now steals the [[colored orb|Red/Blue Orb]] instead of the opposite one, to align with the new [[Primal Reversion]] mechanic and its place in the plot.
** Team Magma/Aqua now steals the [[Red Orb|Red]]/[[Blue Orb]] instead of the opposite one, to align with the new [[Primal Reversion]] mechanic and its place in the plot.
** [[Tabitha]] is now the Team Magma counterpart to Team Aqua's [[Shelly]], and {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}} is {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s counterpart, instead of the Admins of the same sex being counterparts.
** [[Tabitha]] is now the Team Magma counterpart to Team Aqua's [[Shelly]], and [[Courtney]] is [[Matt]]'s counterpart, instead of the Admins of the same sex being counterparts.
** Instead of Team Magma/Aqua leaving [[Meteor Falls]] once they are found, Tabitha{{sup/6|OR}} or Shelly{{sup/6|AS}} and a Grunt instead challenge the player to a [[Multi Battle]] with {{ga|May}} or {{ga|Brendan}}.
** Instead of Team Magma/Aqua leaving [[Meteor Falls]] once they are found, Tabitha{{sup/6|OR}} or Shelly{{sup/6|AS}} and a Grunt instead challenge the player to a [[Multi Battle]] with {{ga|May}} or {{ga|Brendan}}.
** The motivation behind Team Magma/Aqua's visit to [[Mt. Chimney]] is changed.
** The motivation behind Team Magma/Aqua's visit to [[Mt. Chimney]] and [[Weather Institute]] is changed.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, Courtney{{sup/6|OR}} or Matt{{sup/6|AS}} challenges the player to a battle to help buy time so their leader can escape.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, Courtney{{sup/6|OR}} or Matt{{sup/6|AS}} challenges the player to a battle to help buy time so their leader can escape.
* The encounter with Steven on {{rt|118|Hoenn}} is now interrupted by a brief side mission where {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|AS}} takes Steven and the player to [[Southern Island]].
* The encounter with Steven on {{rt|118|Hoenn}} is now interrupted by a brief side mission where {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|AS}} takes Steven and the player to [[Southern Island]].
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* Brendan/May challenges the player to one final battle at {{rt|103|Hoenn}} immediately following the credits.
* Brendan/May challenges the player to one final battle at {{rt|103|Hoenn}} immediately following the credits.


=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
====Battles====
* A number of teams for Trainers that can be rematched through Trainer's Eye are different from the original Ruby and Sapphire. Others have been removed.
* A number of teams for Trainers that can be rematched through Trainer's Eye are different from the original Ruby and Sapphire. Others have been removed.
** The Roselia of {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}} Lydia from {{rt|117|Hoenn}} is now a Budew even before she is rematched.
** The Roselia of {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}} Lydia from {{rt|117|Hoenn}} is now a Budew even before she is rematched.
* When the player faces May or Brendan as their rival in [[Lilycove City]], their Pokémon teams are fully evolved.
* When the player faces May or Brendan as their rival in [[Lilycove City]], their Pokémon teams are fully evolved.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their first partner Pokémon is not Torchic.
* The Trainers found on [[Mt. Chimney]] that were encountered after defeating Team Aqua/Team Magma have been removed.
* The Trainers found on [[Mt. Chimney]] that were encountered after defeating Team Aqua/Team Magma have been removed.
** {{tc|Expert}} Shelby has been moved from [[Mt. Chimney]] to [[Jagged Pass]].
** {{tc|Expert}} Shelby has been moved from [[Mt. Chimney]] to [[Jagged Pass]].
* In Generation III the female administrators of Team Magma/Team Aqua, Courtney/Shelly were fought in the [[Seafloor Cavern]] before facing the team leader. This has been omitted in Generation VI, and as a result the player does not face against any administrators in this location.
* In Generation III the female administrators of Team Magma/Team Aqua, Courtney/Shelly were fought in the [[Seafloor Cavern]] before facing the team leader. This has been omitted in Generation VI, and as a result the player does not face against any administrators in this location.
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their first partner Pokémon can Mega Evolve.
* The Trainers within the {{ho|Victory Road}} now have Pokémon from the [[National Pokédex]] on their teams instead of just using Pokémon native to Hoenn.
* The Trainers within the {{ho|Victory Road}} now have Pokémon from the [[National Pokédex]] on their teams instead of just using Pokémon native to Hoenn.
* The Elite Four and Champion's initial lineups have changed somewhat, and when challenged in the post-game, they now have tougher teams, with higher levels, different movesets, and non-regional Pokémon on their teams, and including some [[Mega Evolution]]s.
* The Elite Four and Champion's initial lineups have changed somewhat, and when challenged in the post-game, they now have tougher teams, with higher levels, different movesets, and non-regional Pokémon on their teams, and including some [[Mega Evolution]]s.
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* Archie's {{p|Sharpedo}}, Maxie's {{p|Camerupt}}, and Steven's {{p|Metagross}} can now Mega Evolve.
* Archie's {{p|Sharpedo}}, Maxie's {{p|Camerupt}}, and Steven's {{p|Metagross}} can now Mega Evolve.


=====Obtainable Pokémon=====
====Obtainable Pokémon====
* In a few areas, the encounterable Pokémon have changed. Certain Water-type Pokémon are not found in all of the same areas they were in the original games, such as in [[Mossdeep City]], where {{p|Sharpedo}} was removed. A few evolved Pokémon such as {{p|Swellow}} or {{p|Wailord}} also can no longer be found in the wild. The Pokémon in the {{safari|Hoenn}} have also changed significantly.
* In a few areas, the encounterable Pokémon have changed. Certain Water-type Pokémon are not found in all of the same areas they were in the original games, such as in [[Mossdeep City]], where {{p|Sharpedo}} was removed. A few evolved Pokémon such as {{p|Swellow}} or {{p|Wailord}} also can no longer be found in the wild. The Pokémon in the {{safari|Hoenn}} have also changed significantly.
* {{p|Feebas}} can now be found by fishing anywhere on {{rt|119|Hoenn}} instead of six random spots. However, it can still be found more easily by fishing directly underneath the bridge near the [[Weather Institute]] during the daytime or in the tiles adjacent to the lone rock in the river's southernmost curve (slightly north of the large field of long grass) during the nighttime.
* {{p|Feebas}} can now be found by fishing anywhere on {{rt|119|Hoenn}} instead of six random spots. However, it can still be found more easily by fishing directly underneath the bridge near the [[Weather Institute]] during the daytime or in the tiles adjacent to the lone rock in the river's southernmost curve (slightly north of the large field of long grass) during the nighttime.
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** The catch rate of Rayquaza was raised from 3 to 45.
** The catch rate of Rayquaza was raised from 3 to 45.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Like in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] will give the player their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}}. He'll do this on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after the player first enters the Hall of Fame and talks to [[Zinnia]].
* Like in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] will give the player their choice of a [[Johto]] [[first partner Pokémon]]. He'll do this on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after the player first enters the Hall of Fame and talks to [[Zinnia]].
** After obtaining the Johto starter and completing the Delta Episode, the Professor will give the player an [[Unova]] starter, and after that, a [[Sinnoh]] starter if the player enters the Hall of Fame once more.
** After obtaining the Johto first partner Pokémon and completing the Delta Episode, the Professor will give the player an [[Unova]] first partner Pokémon, and after that, a [[Sinnoh]] first partner Pokémon if the player enters the Hall of Fame once more.
* Upon defeating or capturing {{p|Kyogre}}/{{p|Groudon}}, many Pokémon not available in [[Generation III]] become available as [[hidden Pokémon]].
* Upon defeating or capturing {{p|Kyogre}}/{{p|Groudon}}, many Pokémon not available in [[Generation III]] become available as [[hidden Pokémon]].
* After defeating or capturing Kyogre/Groudon, the elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] who could give the player a {{p|Wynaut}} Egg now gives out a second Pokémon Egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.
* After defeating or capturing Kyogre/Groudon, the elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] who could give the player a {{p|Wynaut}} Egg now gives out a second Pokémon Egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.


==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
=====[[Version-exclusive Pokémon]]=====
 
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{| style="margin:auto"
|-
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{| border="1" style="background:white; border:1px solid #{{omega ruby color}}; border-collapse:collapse" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
{| border="1" style="background:white; border:1px solid #{{omega ruby color}}; border-collapse:collapse" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
|-
{{Moveentrytm|140|Kabuto|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|140|Kabuto|2|Rock|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|381|Latios|2|Dragon|Psychic|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|formlink={{form|Shellos and Gastrodon|West Sea}}|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground|formlink={{form|Shellos and Gastrodon|West Sea}}|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water|gen=6}}
 
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon|gen=6}}
|}
|}
|}
|}
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{| border="1" style="background:white; border:1px solid #{{alpha sapphire color}}; border-collapse:collapse" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
{| border="1" style="background:white; border:1px solid #{{alpha sapphire color}}; border-collapse:collapse" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
|-
{{Moveentrytm|138|Omanyte|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|138|Omanyte|2|Rock|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|380|Latias|2|Dragon|Psychic|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|form=E|Shellos|1|Water|formlink={{form|Shellos and Gastrodon|East Sea}}|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|form=E|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground|formlink={{form|Shellos and Gastrodon|East Sea}}|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water|gen=6}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water|gen=6}}
|}
|}
|}
|}
|}
|}


==Music==
==Compatibility==
{{main|Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire: Super Music Collection}}
Like Pokémon X and Y, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire can connect with the [[Pokémon Bank]], [[Poké Transporter]], and the [[Pokémon Global Link]] website. They are mostly compatible with {{g|X and Y}}, with the exception of alternate forms, Mega Evolutions, moves, or Abilities introduced in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, which cannot be traded to or used in battle with X and Y.
 
==Localization changes==
* In the Japanese and Korean versions, {{ho|Mom}} says that she and [[Norman]] saw the [[Litleonids]] when they last passed by 12 years ago. However, this was changed to 11 years ago in the English and other language versions.
*: ''"The [[Litleonids]], hmm? I remember going to see them with your dad 11 years ago when they last passed by!"''
* {{tc|Street Thug}} Hannibal, found on {{rt|123|Hoenn}}, is 54 years old: ''"I’ve been alive for 54 years!"'' In the French version only, he first claims to be 50 years old and then corrects it to 54: ''"Je viens d’avoir 50 ans. Bon, en fait, 54 ans…"''
* {{tc|Beauty}} Bunnie, found in the [[Battle Maison]], pretends to be an adult woman, but she is 7 years old in the English, Japanese, and Korean versions, 13 years old in the German and Italian versions, or 15 years old in the Spanish version. Conversely, she is 45 years old in the French version, where she is pretending to be younger instead.
*: Before battle: ''"Hey there, Trainer! Do you think I’m a grown-up?"''
*: After winning: ''"Tee hee... I won because I’m a grown-up!"''
*: After losing: ''"Tee hee! My mom did my makeup! I’m actually only seven years old!"''
 
===Localization changes shared by Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire===
{{main|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|section=Localization changes shared by Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire}}
 
===Localization changes inherited from other games===
* In the Japanese versions of [[Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon X, Y]], Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire, a music box version of the "Happy Birthday to You" music theme plays the first time when the player enters a [[Pokémon Center]] in their current [[birthday]]. This music theme starts playing during the cutscene when the [[Pokémon Center Nurse|nurse]] says happy birthday to the player, and keeps playing after the cutscene is over. In subsequent visits during the current birthday, this music theme is replaced by "[[Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire: Super Music Collection|Happy Birthday from the Pokémon Center!]]", a rendition of the regular "Pokémon Center" theme in a music box style as well.
** In international versions, "Happy Birthday to You" is not heard. Instead, "Happy Birthday from the Pokémon Center!" plays in all visits during the player's birthday.
 
==Reception==
Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire hold a rating of 83%<ref>[https://www.metacritic.com/game/3ds/pokemon-omega-ruby Pokémon Omega Ruby for 3DS Reviews - Metacritic]</ref> and 82%,<ref>[https://www.metacritic.com/game/3ds/pokemon-alpha-sapphire Pokémon Alpha Sapphire for 3DS Reviews - Metacritic]</ref> respectively, on {{wp|Metacritic}}. {{wp|IGN}} rated the games a "Good" 7.8/10,<ref>[https://www.ign.com/articles/2014/11/18/pokemon-alpha-sapphire-and-omega-ruby-review Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and Omega Ruby Review - IGN]</ref> 1.2 points fewer than Pokémon X and Y, criticizing the excessive amount of water and [[HM]]s. This reasoning was {{n|Gotta Meme 'em All: 7.8/10 Too Much Water|quickly mocked by fans}} due to these issues' presence in the original games apparently being overlooked. Gaming magazine {{wp|Famitsu}} gave Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire a score of 37 out of 40,<ref>[https://nintendoeverything.com/famitsu-review-scores-111714-pokemon-omega-rubyalpha-sapphire/ Famitsu review scores (11/17/14) - Pokémon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire - Nintendo Everything]</ref> scoring two points fewer than X and Y and three points more than Ruby and Sapphire. {{wp|Nintendo Life}} gave the games a score of 9 out of 10<ref>[https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/3ds/pokemon_omega_ruby_and_alpha_sapphire Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and Omega Ruby Review - Nintendo Life]</ref> and {{wp|Eurogamer}} gave them a 8/10 noting that "It's the closest many of us will likely get to genuinely exploring unknown territory".<ref>[https://www.eurogamer.net/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-alpha-sapphire-review Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and Omega Ruby Review - Eurogamer]</ref>
 
===Sales===
Within the first three days of release for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, 3.04 million copies were sold in Japan, North America, and other territories.<ref>[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/11/26/pokemon-omega-rubyalpha-sapphire-sold-3-million-worldwide-three-days/ Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire Sold Over 3 Million Worldwide In Three Days - Siliconera]</ref> Later when released in the UK, they came in at numbers 6 and 7 of the top ten video game sales chart for that week, also earning enough sales from both games into becoming the current candidates for the largest game launch of the Pokémon series in the region, beating out {{game|Black and White|s}}, which previously held this record.<ref>[https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-12-01-omega-ruby-and-alpha-sapphire-uks-biggest-pokemon-launch-ever Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire UK's biggest Pokémon launch ever • Eurogamer.net]</ref> In the fiscal year of their release, they sold 9.94 million units.<ref>[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2015/150507_4e.pdf#page=5 Nintendo Co., Ltd. - Earnings Release for Fiscal Year Ended March 2015]</ref> As of September 30, 2023, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire have sold 14.60 million copies worldwide.<ref>[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/finance/software/3ds.html Top Selling Title Sales Units - Nintendo 3DS Software]</ref>
 
====Japanese sales====
Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire sold 1,327,671 individual units on their first week on the Japanese market, being 613,946 from Pokémon Omega Ruby and 713,725 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, with a {{wp|sell-through}} of 74.34% and 77.66% respectively.<ref name="CY 2014">[https://www.neogaf.com/threads/media-create-sales-2014-cy-2013-12-30-2014-12-28.1076342/ Media Create Sales: 2014 CY {2013.12.30 - 2014.12.28} | NeoGAF]</ref> By January 3, 2021, the end of their 320th week, they had sold 2,954,237 copies, being 1,366,483 from Pokémon Omega Ruby and 1,587,754 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire.<ref>[https://www.resetera.com/threads/media-create-sales-cy-2020-2019-dec-30-2021-jan-03-new-used.436718/ Media Create Sales: CY 2020 (2019 Dec 30 - 2021 Jan 03) Sales | ResetEra]</ref>
 
Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Dual Pack sold 90,497 units on its first week, with a {{wp|sell-through}} of 88.46%.<ref name="CY 2014"/> By December 28, 2014, the end of its 6th week, it had sold 98,101 copies.<ref name="CY 2014"/> Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Gift Pack sold 1,169 units on its first week, with a {{wp|sell-through}} of 6.25%.<ref>[https://www.neogaf.com/threads/media-create-sales-cy-2015-2014-dec-29-2016-jan-03.1277070/ Media Create Sales: CY 2015 (2014 Dec 29 - 2016 Jan 03) | NeoGAF]</ref> By January 1, 2017, the end of its 56th week, it had sold 9,052 copies.<ref>[https://www.neogaf.com/threads/media-create-sales-cy-2016-2016-jan-04-2017-jan-01.1427978/ Media Create Sales: CY 2016 (2016 Jan 04 - 2017 Jan 01) | NeoGAF]</ref> Combining all releases, the games sold 3,168,543 units, being 1,473,636 from Pokémon Omega Ruby and 1,694,907 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire.
 
<div style="display:inline-block">
''Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire''
{| class="roundtable" style="text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{alpha sapphire color}}; background:#{{omega ruby color}}"
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Week
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Week ending
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Ranking
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Units sold
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Total units sold
|-
| 1
| November 23, 2014
| 1st
| 1,327,671
| {{tt|1,327,671|613,946 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 713,725 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| 2
| November 30, 2014
| 1st
| 298,613
| 1,626,284
|-
| 3
| December 7, 2014
| 2nd
| 171,813
| 1,798,097
|-
| 4
| December 14, 2014
| 2nd
| 152,384
| 1,950,481
|-
| 5
| December 21, 2014
| 2nd
| 167,534
| 2,118,015
|-
| 6
| December 28, 2014
| 2nd
| 165,329
| {{tt|2,283,344|1,058,252 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 1,225,092 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| 7
| January 4, 2015
| 2nd
| 110,895
| 2,394,239
|-
| 8
| January 11, 2015
| 2nd
| 38,420
| 2,432,659
|-
| 9
| January 18, 2015
| 2nd
| 24,964
| 2,457,623
|-
| 10
| January 25, 2015
| 5th
| 17,035
| 2,474,658
|-
| 11
| February 1, 2015
| 7th
| 14,108
| 2,488,766
|-
| 12
| February 8, 2015
| 5th
| 12,234
| 2,501,000
|-
| 13
| February 15, 2015
| 8th
| 12,922
| 2,513,921
|-
| 14
| February 22, 2015
| 9th
| 11,256
| 2,525,177
|-
| 15
| March 1, 2015
| 6th
| 12,680
| 2,537,857
|-
| 16
| March 8, 2015
| 10th
| 11,297
| 2,549,155
|-
| 17
| March 15, 2015
| 12th
| 10,768
| 2,559,923
|-
| 18
| March 22, 2015
| 16th
| 8,646
| 2,568,569
|-
| 19
| March 29, 2015
| 23rd
| -
| -
|-
| 20
| April 5, 2015
| 18th
| 8,709
| 2,587,345<!--
|-
| 21
| April 12, 2015
| 15th
| 6,057
| 2,593,401
|-
| 22
| April 19, 2015
| 12th
| 5,483
| 2,598,884
|-
| 23
| April 26, 2015
| 16th
| 4,973
| 2,603,857
|-
| 24
| May 3, 2015
| 13th
| 6,427
| 2,610,284
|-
| 25
| May 10, 2015
| 7th
| 8,557
| 2,618,841
|-
| 26
| May 17, 2015
| 9th
| 3,648
| 2,622,489
|-
| 27
| May 24, 2015
| 9th
| 4,081
| 2,626,570
|-
| 28
| May 31, 2015
| 13th
| 4,501
| 2,631,071
|-
| 29
| June 7, 2015
| 14th
| 4,119
| 2,635,190
|-
| 30
| June 14, 2015
| 13th
| 3,914
| 2,639,104
|-
| 31
| June 21, 2015
| 10th
| 4,332
| 2,643,436
|-
| 32
| June 28, 2015
| 17th
| 4,899
| 2,648,334
|-
| 33
| July 5, 2015
| 10th
| 4,719
| 2,653,053
|-
| 34
| July 12, 2015
| 11th
| 4,608
| 2,657,661
|-
| 35
| July 19, 2015
| 12th
| 5,357
| 2,663,019
|-
| 36
| July 26, 2015
| 17th
| 5,414
| 2,668,433
|-
| 37
| August 2, 2015
| 22nd
| -
| -
|-
| 38
| August 9, 2015
| 18th
| 4,486
| 2,677,443
|-
| 39
| August 16, 2015
| 13th
| 5,331
| 2,682,774
|-
| 40
| August 23, 2015
| 11th
| 3,750
| 2,686,525
|-
| 41
| August 30, 2015
| 16th
| 3,582
| 2,690,106
|-
| 42
| September 6, 2015
| 18th
| 2,807
| 2,692,914
|-
| 43
| September 13, 2015
| 12th
| 2,948
| 2,695,861
|-
| 44
| September 20, 2015
| 23rd
| -
| -
|-
| 45
| September 27, 2015
| 27th
| -
| -
|-
| 46
| October 4, 2015
| 33rd
| -
| -
|-
| 47
| October 11, 2015
| 37th
| -
| -
|-
| 48
| October 18, 2015
| 27th
| -
| -
|-
| 49
| October 25, 2015
| 28th
| -
| -
|-
| 50
| November 1, 2015
| 31st
| -
| -
|-
| 51
| November 8, 2015
| 27th
| -
| -
|-
| 52
| November 15, 2015
| 27th
| -
| -
|-
| 53
| November 22, 2015
| 36th
| -
| -
|-
| 54
| November 29, 2015
| 44th
| -
| -
|-
| 55
| December 6, 2015
| 34th
| -
| -
|-
| 56
| December 13, 2015
| 45th
| -
| -
|-
| 58
| December 27, 2015
| 40th
| -
| --->
|-
| 59
| January 3, 2016
| 32nd
| -
| {{tt|2,747,782|1,272,034 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 1,475,748 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}<!--
|-
| 60
| January 10, 2016
| 29th
| -
| -
|-
| 61
| January 17, 2016
| 28th
| -
| -
|-
| 62
| January 24, 2016
| 32nd
| -
| -
|-
| 63
| January 31, 2016
| 42nd
| -
| -
|-
| 64
| February 7, 2016
| 36th
| -
| -
|-
| 65
| February 14, 2016
| 29th
| -
| -
|-
| 66
| February 21, 2016
| 31st
| -
| -
|-
| 67
| February 28, 2016
| 37th
| -
| -
|-
| 68
| March 6, 2016
| 27th
| -
| -
|-
| 69
| March 13, 2016
| 20th
| 4,088
| 2,775,025
|-
| 70
| March 20, 2016
| 21st
| -
| -
|-
| 71
| March 27, 2016
| 28th
| -
| -
|-
| 72
| April 3, 2016
| 34th
| -
| -
|-
| 73
| April 10, 2016
| 29th
| -
| -
|-
| 74
| April 17, 2016
| 20th
| 2,151
| 2,789,955
|-
| 75
| April 24, 2016
| 31st
| -
| -
|-
| 76
| May 1, 2016
| 36th
| -
| -
|-
| 77
| May 8, 2016
| 29th
| -
| -
|-
| 78
| May 15, 2016
| 22nd
| -
| -
|-
| 79
| May 22, 2016
| 23rd
| -
| -
|-
| 80
| May 29, 2016
| 23rd
| -
| -
|-
| 81
| June 5, 2016
| 21st
| -
| -
|-
| 82
| June 12, 2016
| 22nd
| -
| -
|-
| 83
| June 19, 2016
| 21st
| -
| -
|-
| 84
| June 26, 2016
| 23rd
| -
| -
|-
| 85
| July 3, 2016
| 25th
| -
| -
|-
| 86
| July 10, 2016
| 18th
| 3,518
| 2,819,752
|-
| 87
| July 17, 2016
| 15th
| 4,102
| 2,823,853
|-
| 88
| July 24, 2016
| 9th
| 7,143
| 2,830,996
|-
| 89
| July 31, 2016
| 8th
| 10,220
| 2,841,216
|-
| 90
| August 7, 2016
| 10th
| 10,432
| 2,851,648
|-
| 91
| August 14, 2016
| 7th
| 10,258
| 2,861,907
|-
| 92
| August 21, 2016
| 8th
| 9,353
| 2,871,259
|-
| 93
| August 28, 2016
| 14th
| 6,914
| 2,878,174
|-
| 94
| September 4, 2016
| 9th
| 6,668
| 2,884,841
|-
| 95
| September 11, 2016
| 11th
| 5,082
| 2,889,923
|-
| 96
| September 18, 2016
| 13th
| 4,754
| 2,894,677
|-
| 97
| September 25, 2016
| 16th
| 4,575
| 2,899,251
|-
| 98
| October 2, 2016
| 17th
| 4,184
| 2,903,436
|-
| 99
| October 9, 2016
| 19th
| 3,401
| 2,906,837
|-
| 100
| October 16, 2016
| 24th
| -
| -
|-
| 101
| October 23, 2016
| 26th
| -
| -
|-
| 102
| October 30, 2016
| 34th
| -
| -
|-
| 103
| November 6, 2016
| 33rd
| -
| -
|-
| 104
| November 13, 2016
| 44th
| -
| -
|-
| 105
| November 20, 2016
| 38th
| -
| -
|-
| 106
| November 27, 2016
| 42nd
| -
| --->
|-
| 111
| January 1, 2017
| -
| -
| {{tt|2,928,285|1,354,394 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 1,573,891 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| 163
| December 31, 2017
| -
| -
| {{tt|2,947,599|1,363,191 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 1,584,408 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| 215
| December 30, 2018
| -
| -
| {{tt|2,951,707|1,365,324 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 1,586,383 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| 267
| December 29, 2019
| -
| -
| {{tt|2,953,468|1,366,195 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 1,587,273 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| 320
| January 3, 2021
| -
| -
| {{tt|2,954,237|1,366,483 from Pokémon Omega Ruby; 1,587,754 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|}</div>
<div style="display:inline-block">
''Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Dual Pack''
{| class="roundtable" style="text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{alpha sapphire color}}; background:#{{omega ruby color}}"
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Week
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Week ending
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Ranking
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Units sold
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Total units sold
|-
| 1
| November 23, 2014
| 2nd
| 90,497
| 90,497
|-
| 2
| November 30, 2014
| 26th
| -
| -
|-
| 6
| December 28, 2014
| -
| -
| 98,101
|}</div>
<div style="display:inline-block">
''Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Gift Pack''
{| class="roundtable" style="text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{alpha sapphire color}}; background:#{{omega ruby color}}"
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Week
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Week ending
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Ranking
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Units sold
! style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | Total units sold
|-
| 1
| December 13, 2015
| -
| 1,169
| 1,169
|-
| 4
| January 3, 2016
| -
| -
| 4,255
|-
| 56
| January 1, 2017
| -
| -
| 9,052
|}</div>


==Staff==
==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
==Music==
{{main|Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire: Super Music Collection}}


==Version history==
==Version history==
{| class="roundy" style="text-align:left; border: 3px solid #{{Alpha Sapphire color}}; background: #{{Omega Ruby color}}"
{| class="roundy" style="text-align:left; border: 3px solid #{{Alpha Sapphire color}}; background: #{{Omega Ruby color}}"
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Version
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Version
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
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|
* ''Fixed the issue in which the game freezes during the end credits after entering the Hall of Fame in certain game data.''
* ''Fixed the issue in which the game freezes during the end credits after entering the Hall of Fame in certain game data.''
| Fix for the [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
| Fix for the [[List of glitches (Generation VI)#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
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| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}
|}
==Compatibility==
Like Pokémon X and Y, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire can connect with the [[Pokémon Bank]], [[Poké Transporter]], and the [[Pokémon Global Link]] website. They are mostly compatible with {{g|X and Y}}, with the exception of alternate forms, Mega Evolutions, moves, or Abilities introduced in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, which cannot be traded to or used in battle with X and Y.


==Beta elements==
==Beta elements==
{{main|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire beta}}
{{main|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire beta}}
==Reception==
Gaming magazine {{wp|Famitsu}} gave Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire a score of 37 out of 40, scoring two points fewer than X and Y and three points more than Ruby and Sapphire.
Within the first three days of release for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, over 3 million copies were sold in Japan, North America, and Australia.<ref>[http://myinforms.com/en-us/a/8093870-pokemon-omega-rubyalpha-sapphire-sell-3-million/ Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire Sell 3 Million]</ref> Later when released in Europe, it came in at numbers 6 and 7 of the top ten video game sales chart for that week, also earning enough sales from both games into becoming the current candidate for the largest game launch of the Pokémon series in the region, beating out {{game|Black and White|s}}, which previously held this record.<ref>[http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-12-01-omega-ruby-and-alpha-sapphire-uks-biggest-pokemon-launch-ever Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire UK's biggest Pokémon launch ever]</ref> In the fiscal year of their release, they sold 9.94 million units.<ref>[http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2015/150507e.pdf Consolidated Results for the Years Ended March 31, 2014 and 2015]</ref>
IGN rated the games an "Good" 7.8/10<ref>http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/11/18/pokemon-alpha-sapphire-and-omega-ruby-review</ref>, 1.2 points fewer than Pokémon X and Y, criticizing the excessive amount of water and [[HM]]s. This reasoning was {{n|Gotta Meme 'em All: 7.8/10 Too Much Water|quickly mocked by fans}} due to these issues' presence in the original games apparently being overlooked. Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire hold a rating of 83.79%<ref>http://www.gamerankings.com/3ds/792673-pokemon-omega-ruby/index.html</ref> and 82.73%<ref>http://www.gamerankings.com/3ds/792672-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/index.html</ref>, respectively, on {{wp|Game Rankings}}.
==Gallery==
<gallery perrow=6>
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Japanese Omega Ruby logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Japanese Alpha Sapphire logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|English Omega Ruby logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|English Alpha Sapphire logo
Omega Ruby icon.png|Omega Ruby Home Menu icon{{tt|*|also used for the Miiverse community}}
Alpha Sapphire icon.png|Alpha Sapphire Home Menu icon
Omega Ruby UK boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby UK boxart
Alpha Sapphire UK boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire UK boxart
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>


==Trailers==
==Trailers==
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{{youtubevid|4HlADiJFI5c|Pokemon|Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby}}
{{youtubevid|4HlADiJFI5c|Pokemon|Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby}}
{{youtubevid|g_Sb-te1c6c|Pokemon|Omega Ruby|Alpha Sapphire}}
{{youtubevid|g_Sb-te1c6c|Pokemon|Omega Ruby|Alpha Sapphire}}
==Gallery==
===Logos===
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|English Omega Ruby logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|English Alpha Sapphire logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Japanese Omega Ruby logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Japanese Alpha Sapphire logo
</gallery>
===Title screens===
<gallery>
File:Omega RubyTitle.png|English Omega Ruby title screen
File:Alpha SapphireTitle.png|English Alpha Sapphire title screen
File:Japanese Omega RubyTitle.png|Japanese Omega Ruby title screen
File:Japanese Alpha SapphireTitle.png|Japanese Alpha Sapphire title screen
</gallery>
===Icons===
<gallery>
Omega Ruby icon.png|Omega Ruby Home Menu icon{{tt|*|also used for the Miiverse community}}
Alpha Sapphire icon.png|Alpha Sapphire Home Menu icon
</gallery>
===Boxart===
<gallery>
Omega Ruby UK boxart.png|UK Omega Ruby boxart
Alpha Sapphire UK boxart.png|UK Alpha Sapphire boxart
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Korean Omega Ruby boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Korean Alpha Sapphire boxart
Omega Ruby AB boxart.png|Southeast Asian and Middle East regions Omega Ruby boxart
Alpha Sapphire AB boxart.png|Southeast Asian and Middle East regions Alpha Sapphire boxart
</gallery>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* The games were named by [[Masafumi Nukita]].<ref>https://archive.is/tS5lL</ref>
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of {{2v2|Ruby|Sapphire}}.
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of {{2v2|Ruby|Sapphire}}.
** Also, these games were released the same day the {{series|Advanced Generation}} first aired on Japan.
** Also, these games were released the same day ''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'' first aired on Japan.
* These are the first pair of [[remake]]s in which:
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** No HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games are included.
** No new player characters are introduced.
** Nearly all Pokémon not in the original games use recycled [[Pokédex]] descriptions (from [[Pokémon X and Y]]) instead of receiving brand new ones, with the only exception being {{p|Hoopa}}.
** The events of the game do not run concurrently with the events of the main installment in the generation, instead, being implied to run around the same time as the original Ruby and Sapphire, while [[Pokémon X and Y]] takes place around the same time as {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}.
** Pokémon originating from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s|the original games}} can be transferred to the remakes.
** There is no bundle containing a compatible accessory.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s in which:
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s in which:
** The games's names are not written as {{wp|Compound (linguistics)|compound words}}.
** All methods of evolutions that were introduced after the original games are possible:
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
*** In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, {{cat|Pokémon that evolve based on time}} cannot evolve because there is no [[time]] of day clock.
** All methods of evolutions that were introduced after the original games are possible. In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, {{cat|Pokémon that evolve based on time}} cannot evolve because there is no [[time]] of day clock, while in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, {{cat|Pokémon that evolve by training in a certain location}} cannot evolve because none of those areas are in those games.
*** In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, {{cat|Pokémon that evolve by training in a certain location}} cannot evolve because none of those areas are in those games.
** Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s|the original games}} can be transferred to the remakes.
*** In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]] which only supports the first 151 Pokémon along with {{p|Meltan}} and {{p|Melmetal}}, held items are not supported and [[Friendship]]-induced evolutions do not trigger.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
*** In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]] and [[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl]], despite {{p|Eevee}} being able to reach high levels of [[Friendship]] (which has been amalgamated with [[Affection]] since Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!) and learn a Fairy-type move, its evolution into {{p|Sylveon}} does not trigger.
** The game does not include any HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
*** By extension, this is the only pair of remakes where all of the evolutions of Eevee that existed at the time are obtainable without [[trading]].
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** Certain Pokémon that were in the original games received entirely new [[Pokédex]] entries ({{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Groudon}}, and {{p|Rayquaza}}).
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** Nearly all Pokémon recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire|previous]] [[Pokémon X and Y|entries]] instead of receiving new ones or, in the case of post-Generation III Pokémon, ones from a previous generation.
*** The games combined have only eight new Pokédex entries for four Pokémon ({{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Rayquaza}}, and {{p|Hoopa}}), the fewest out of any core series game. All other Pokémon use entries from Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, X, or Y, with some entries receiving minor alterations.
** The in-game appearances of obtainable Pokémon are recycled from the generation's main pair of games.
** The in-game appearances of obtainable Pokémon are recycled from the generation's main pair of games.
** New held items and moves were introduced that were not in the generation's main pair of games.
** New held items that were not in the generation's main pair of games were introduced.
**  The TM list is slightly different than the generation's main pair of games. (While HeartGold and SoulSilver did alter the HM list as to make {{m|Whirlpool}} an HM again, its list of TMs was otherwise untouched from {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}.)
** Not all of the artwork for the Pokémon introduced in the games being remade was renewed.
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of unique in-game:
** [[Starter Pokémon]], with four (1 from Hoenn, 1 from [[Johto]], 1 from [[Sinnoh]], and 1 from [[Unova]]), exceeding the three offered in numerous games before. This excludes the [[Friend Safari]], where the player can potentially obtain all 6 [[Kanto]] and [[Kalos]] starter Pokémon.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.
* Alpha Sapphire has the longest name of all [[core series]] games, using fourteen characters including spaces.
* The Japanese and Korean logos for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire both feature the game's corresponding colored orb.
* The Japanese and Korean logos for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire both feature the game's corresponding colored orb.
* These are the first games to feature Hoenn in Korean, as the Generation III games were never translated into Korean.
* With the exception of Kyogre, Groudon, and Rayquaza, Pokémon from the original games recycle their Pokédex descriptions from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}.
* The ace Pokémon of the three new characters introduced within these remakes ([[Aarune]], [[Lisia]], and [[Zinnia]]), are all part {{type|Dragon}}.
* These are the last [[core series]] games to date to feature Pokédex entries for all existing Pokémon at the time.
** Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon still allowed Pokémon outside of those usually obtainable to be transferred into the game; however, they lack Pokédex entries and numbers.
** Starting from [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], games no longer include all existing Pokémon in their code.
*** While the [[National Pokédex]] makes a return in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, it remains faithful to the original games, only listing the 493 species from the first four generations.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
{{langtable|color={{omega ruby color}}|bordercolor={{alpha sapphire color light}}
{{langtable|color={{omega ruby color}}|bordercolor={{alpha sapphire color light}}
|ja=ポケットモンスター オメガルビー・アルファサファイア
|ja=ポケットモンスター オメガルビー・アルファサファイア
|fr=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|zh_yue={{tt|精靈寶可夢 歐米加紅寶石/阿爾法藍寶石|Jīnglìhng Pokémon Āumáihgā Hùhngbóusehk / Ayíhfaat Làahmbóusehk}}
|zh_cmn={{tt|精靈寶可夢 歐米加紅寶石/阿爾法藍寶石<br>精灵宝可梦 欧米伽红宝石/阿尔法蓝宝石|Jīnglíng Pokémon Ōumǐgā Hóngbǎoshí / Āěrfǎ Lánbǎoshí}}
|fr_ca=Pokémon Omega Ruby et Alpha Saphirre
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}
|pt=Pokémon Omega Ruby e Alpha Sapphire
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa
|es_la=Pokémon Omega Ruby y Alpha Saphirre
|nl=Pokémon Omega Robijn en Alfa Saffier
|sv=Pokémon Omega Rubin och Alfa Safir
|no=Pokémon Omega Rubin og Alfa Safir
|dk=Pokémon Omega Rubin og Alfa Safir
|fi=Pokémon Omega-rubiini ja Alfa-safiiri}}


==See also==
==See also==
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*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}
==External links==
* [https://miiverse.nintendo.net/titles/14866558073477520402/14866558073477520408 Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Miiverse Community]


==References==
==References==
<references />
<references />
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{{Core series}}<br>
{{Core series}}
 
{{Project Games notice}}
{{Project Games notice}}


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[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[es:Pokémon Rubí Omega y Pokémon Zafiro Alfa]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]]
[[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]
[[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]
[[ja:ポケットモンスター オメガルビー・アルファサファイア]]
[[ja:ポケットモンスター オメガルビー・アルファサファイア]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:寶可夢 歐米加紅寶石/阿爾法藍寶石]]
[[zh:精靈寶可夢 終極紅寶石‧始源藍寶石]]

Latest revision as of 18:16, 18 March 2024

Pokémon Omega Ruby
ポケットモンスター オメガルビー
Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
ポケットモンスター アルファサファイア
Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, featuring Primal Kyogre
Basic info
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
Category: RPG
Players: 1-4 players simultaneous
Connectivity: 3DS Wireless, StreetPass, SpotPass, Nintendo Network, IR
Developer: Game Freak
Publisher: Nintendo/The Pokémon Company
Part of: Generation VI core series
Ratings
CERO: A
ESRB: E
ACB: PG
OFLC: PG
PEGI: 7
GRAC: ALL
GSRR: 6+
Release dates
Japan: November 21, 2014
North America: November 21, 2014
Australia: November 21, 2014
Europe: November 28, 2014
South Korea: November 21, 2014
Hong Kong: November 21, 2014
Taiwan: November 21, 2014
Websites
Japanese: Official Japanese site
English: Pokémon.com
Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)
Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)
Official English site
Japanese boxart
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Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
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Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart

Pokémon Omega Ruby (Japanese: ポケットモンスター オメガルビー Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby) and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire (Japanese: ポケットモンスター アルファサファイア Pocket Monsters Alpha Sapphire) are the second and final paired Generation VI games that are enhanced remakes of the third-generation titles Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. The games were revealed in a worldwide announcement on the official Pokémon websites on May 7, 2014 and were released in most regions of the world on November 21, 2014 with the exception of Europe, where the games were released on November 28, 2014.

Plot

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The player starts their journey in Littleroot Town, where the family has just moved from the Johto region after the player's father, Norman, became the leader of the Petalburg Gym. The story starts off with the player riding in the moving truck, which arrives in Littleroot. After exiting the truck, the player's mother explains that they have just arrived at their new home; they then enter the house together, and there are Machoke movers carrying boxes. The player's mother suggests that the player introduce themselves to Professor Birch, a friend of Norman's.

Upon arriving at Birch's house, his wife greets the player, and upstairs the player meets Brendan or May (the alternate-gender player character of the player), the child of Professor Birch; after the introduction, she or he soon leaves to join Birch, who is out in the field. The player then finds Birch on Route 101, where he is being chased by a wild Poochyena. Birch asks the player to take a Poké Ball out of his bag, which is lying on the ground; the player then chooses between Treecko, Mudkip, and Torchic as their first partner Pokémon. After choosing, a battle immediately begins with the wild Poochyena. After rescuing Birch, he lets the player keep the chosen Pokémon as thanks for saving him. He then tells the player to meet up with his kid on Route 103 for pointers on how to be a Trainer.

Once the player finds Brendan or May on Route 103, they have their first trainer battle, after which they return to Birch's lab, where the player receives a Pokédex and some Poké Balls. When leaving through Route 101, the player runs into Brendan or May who gives him a new upgrade for the PokéNav Plus, the DexNav, and teaches him how to use it. Once the player arrives in Petalburg City, he meets with his father at the Gym, where he tells him that he is happy to learn that they have become a Trainer like him. During the conversation, a local boy named Wally enters the Gym and asks Norman's help for catching a Pokémon. Norman loans Wally a Zigzagoon and a Poké Ball. He then asks the player to go along and help Wally with his task. On Route 102, Wally catches a Ralts, and the Trainers then return to the Gym, where Wally gives his thanks before being called home by his mother. Norman then encourages the player to travel Hoenn and challenge the region's Gym Leaders: Roxanne, Brawly, Wattson, Flannery, Norman, Winona, Tate and Liza, and Wallace.

The player then travels through Route 104 and Petalburg Woods; just before the exit from the woods, the player encounters the nefarious Team MagmaOR or Team AquaAS. After battling, the grunt reveals that their team is after something in Rustboro City. Upon exiting the forest, the player is spotted by a red-eyed grunt who reports to her leader.

The player meets Brendan or May right before the Rustboro Gym, where the player battles Roxanne and earns the Stone Badge; afterwards, the player runs into the Devon Researcher from Petalburg Woods. He tells the player that he has been robbed by Team MagmaOR/Team AquaAS and that the player must get the Devon Parts back from the evil team. The player then heads out onto Route 116 and discovers an old man named Mr. Briney who tells them that the villainous team has also taken his Wingull Peeko hostage and gone into the Rusturf Tunnel. The player confronts the grunt inside the tunnel and retrieves the Devon Goods, as well as rescuing Peeko.

Once the Devon Goods are returned, the researcher asks the player to deliver them to the shipyard in Slateport City. The player then meets Mr. Stone, the president of the Devon Corporation, who asks that the player stop by Dewford Town and deliver a letter to his son Steven; as thanks for the player's earlier work, Mr. Stone gives the player a new upgrade for the PokéNav Plus, the Buzznav. Outside, Brendan or May explains how she or he caught Pokémon in Petalburg Woods, commenting on how Mr. Briney was once a sailor. The player then heads back through the Petalburg Woods to Mr. Briney's house, where he gives the player a ride down Route 105 to Dewford Town. Just north of Dewford on Route 106 is the Granite Cave where Steven is exploring. The cave is open to visitors, but a group of Ruin Maniacs block the room Steven occupies. After the player earns the Knuckle Badge from Brawly at the Dewford Gym, they disappear and the player can find Steven in Granite Cave, looking at a mural of a Groudon marked with omegasOR/Kyogre marked with alphasAS and remembering old legends. After listening to Steven, the player delivers the letter to him, he rewards the player with TM51 (Steel Wing) and tells the player that they could potentially become the Pokémon League Champion.

After leaving Dewford Town, Mr. Briney takes the player across Route 107 and Route 108 to Route 109, just south of Slateport City. When the player arrives in Slateport, there is a noticeable crowd of Team MagmaOR/Team AquaAS grunts blocking the entrance to the Oceanic Museum. When the player tries to drop off the Devon Goods at Stern's Shipyard, they learn that Captain Stern is in the Oceanic Museum. Once the player finds Captain Stern, they are confronted by two villainous grunts, and after defeating them, the villainous team's leader MaxieOR/ArchieAS appears and tells the player of their plans before warning not to get in the way again.

After giving the Devon Goods to Captain Stern, the player leaves Slateport City and travels Route 110; after encountering and battling Brendan or May, the player arrives in Mauville City. Outside of the Mauville Gym, the player finds Wally and his uncle; Wally challenges the player to a battle to prove to his uncle that he is ready for the Gym. After the battle, Wally's uncle invites the player to visit Verdanturf Town sometime. Once the Dynamo Badge has been earned from Wattson, the player heads to Verdanturf Town and uses Rock Smash to clear the previously blocked Rusturf Tunnel, earning Aggronite as a reward. Next, the player returns to Mauville and travels through Route 111 and Route 112 to the Fiery Path, on the other side of which the player continues through Route 113 to Fallarbor Town. Along the way, the player meets Brendan or May who gives them Strength, and tells them about Professor Cozmo.

Inside the Fallarbor Pokémon Center, the player meets Lanette, who invites them to her house on Route 114. Meanwhile, the player is told by Brendan or May that Professor Cozmo has been kidnapped by the evil team at Meteor Falls, located at the end of Route 114. Inside which the player along with Brendan or May battles TabithaOR/ShellyAS, along with a grunt. This time, they have stolen a valuable Meteorite from Professor Cozmo. Suddenly the opposite-version's team appears, taunting the primary evil team, who retreats with the Meteorite to Mt. Chimney, and warns the player to not interfere with Team AquaOR/Team MagmaAS. At the top of Mt. Chimney, Team Magma and Team Aqua can be found fighting; after fighting the admin of the primary evil team from Meteor Falls, the player finds the leader of the team, MaxieOR/ArchieAS, using the meteorite in a strange machine with the intention of turning it into a Mega Stone. The leader then battles the player. After the battle, the leader is informed of a better way to achieve his team's goals, gives the player the meteorite, and retreats.

Taking the southern path that was blocked by the battling teams, the player exits Mt. Chimney and reaches Lavaridge Town, home of the Lavaridge Gym. After receiving the Heat Badge from Flannery, the player meets Brendan or May who gives the player the Go-Goggles and suggests that he challenge his father at the Petalburg Gym, offering to go with him. After getting the Balance Badge from Norman, the player visits Wally's father, who gives the player HM03 (Surf).

As the player then travels through Route 118 (just east of Mauville City), they encounter Steven once again. Their discussion is interrupted by the arrival of a frightened LatiasOR/LatiosAS. Steven realizes the Legendary Pokémon is asking for help, and it takes both Steven and the player to Southern Island where the other evil team admin CourtneyOR/MattAS is terrorizing LatiosOR/LatiasAS. After fighting off the evil team, LatiosOR/LatiasAS decides to join the player's team and give them its Mega Stone. Steven awards the player with a Mega Bracelet and LatiasOR/LatiosAS takes both of them back to Route 118.

Afterwards, the player continues through Route 119, reaching the Weather Institute, which is being attacked by the evil team in search of more information on GroudonOR/KyogreAS. After battling the grunts, the player comes face to face with the admin TabithaOR/ShellyAS, who appears distressed with what they found out. After defeating the admin, the player saves the institute and is given a Pokémon Castform as a reward. Shortly after leaving the Institute, Brendan or May appears and battles the player, giving away HM02 (Fly) upon defeat.

The player arrives in Fortree City, but cannot challenge the Gym because something invisible is blocking the entrance. On Route 120, the player once again meets Steven, and he gives the player the Devon Scope, a Mega Stone and notices that the meteorite the player picked up from Mt Chimney emits light. The Devon Scope allows the player to enter the Gym by revealing the invisible thing to be the Pokémon Kecleon. After the player defeats Winona and receives the Feather Badge, the quest continues through Route 120 and Route 121 to Lilycove City. On Route 121, there are some grunts from the evil team discussing their plan to go to Mt. Pyre, and upon arriving in Lilycove, the player finds it crawling with more grunts. Outside of the Lilycove Department Store, the player battles Brendan or May again; after the battle, Brendan or May notices the meteorite shining like Steven did before.

After the battle, the player heads to Mt. Pyre to drive off the evil team. At the summit of Mt. Pyre, the player finds the leader of the team, who has taken the Red OrbOR/Blue OrbAS and proclaims that the young Trainer has arrived too late to stop him, having the admin from Southern Island attack the player before heading to Slateport City. The old couple that watches over the orbs beseech the player to stop the evil team, and they give the player the stolen orb's counterpart. Upon returning to Slateport, the player finds that Capt. Stern has discovered an undersea cavern on Route 128. The evil team then suddenly appears and takes over the captain's research submarine. The leader of the evil team once again taunts the player, and he mentions that the team's hideout is in Lilycove City. Captain Stern begs the player to stop the evil team. After fighting their way through to the center of the hideout, finding the Master Ball along the way, the player encounters CourtneyOR/MattAS, who battles the player to stall until the leader takes off in the submarine.

The player must then travel Route 124 to Mossdeep City, where they challenge Tate and Liza of the Mossdeep Gym to earn the Mind Badge. After this a pillar of light appears on Route 128. Steven notices the player coming out of the Gym and invites them to his house, where he gives them the HM07 (Dive) and the Devon Scuba Gear. Heading to Route 128 and using Dive, the player finds the Seafloor Cavern, where the evil team has gone. In the deepest reaches of the cavern, the player finds MaxieOR/ArchieAS taunting the opposite version's team leader, who then challenges the player to a battle. After the battle, the player witnesses TabithaOR/ShellyAS arrive and warn their leader against waking up the Legendary Pokémon, but the leader dismisses the warnings and uses the Orb to awaken the sleeping GroudonOR/KyogreAS. After being awakened, the ancient Pokémon breaks out of the cavern and starts moving towards Sootopolis City, driving the weather of Hoenn out of control. The opposite team's leader explains that they are unable to control Pokémon's Primal Reversion, and the primary evil team leader discovers to his horror that his plan did not work as he intended.

After the bosses leave to try to stop the Pokémon, Steven appears and tells the player to catch up with GroudonOR/KyogreAS in Sootopolis City. Heading to Route 126 and using Dive again, the player finds the entrance to Sootopolis City. Inside the city, the player finds Steven, who introduces them to his friend Wallace, the Sootopolis Gym Leader, who is also entrusted with the duty of protecting the Cave of Origin.

Upon arriving in front of the cave's entrance, Steven, Wallace and the player meet up with the leaders and admin Tabitha/Shelly of both teams, along with Brendan or May, who explains what they saw on TV. The player receives the Magma SuitOR/Aqua SuitAS and is told that the Orb they possess can weaken the ancient Pokémon. After a few words of encouragement from everyone, the player heads inside. The player puts the suit on, inserts the orb into a slot in the suit and latches on to GroudonOR/KyogreAS as the ancient Pokémon makes its way to the chamber where it can accomplish its Primal Reversion. The player witnesses it undergo the transformation and fights it. After capturing or defeating the Pokémon, the weather (seemingly) returns to normal. The team leaders reconcile, Steven gives the player the Eon Flute and Brendan/May explains how he/she is impressed with the player.

After defeating Wallace at the Sootopolis Gym, the player gets the Rain Badge, and the gym leader mentions that Prof. Birch has something for them. At Littleroot Town, the player is told that the recent events did change the climate in the Hoenn region, causing the Pokémon species that once left Hoenn to come back, and the regional Pokédex is not sufficient anymore, and gets the National Pokédex upgrade. The player now has all eight Badges, and they head down Route 128 to Ever Grande City, where Victory Road and the Elite Four await. Wally battles the player one last time before they exit the cavern.

The Elite Four are the strongest Trainers in the region, and they can only be battled by challengers that have all eight Badges of Hoenn. They are Sidney, who specializes in Dark-type Pokémon; Phoebe, who specializes in Ghost-type Pokémon; Glacia, who specializes in Ice-type Pokémon; and Drake, who specializes in Dragon-type Pokémon. After defeating the Elite Four, the player must then battle the Pokémon League Champion, Steven.

After the battle, Professor Birch and Brendan/May arrive to congratulate the player. Birch examines the player's Pokédex, the player is registered in the Hall of Fame, and the credits roll as the player and Brendan/May return home. After the credits, on Route 103 challenges, Brendan or May challenges the player to a battle one last time.

Back at home, the player's parents are discussing their plans to go see the Litleonids at Mossdeep City, that Norman now has to cancel. As the parents ponder about what they can do with the tickets they bought, a mysterious symbol appears on screen, which then fades into a "To be continued" chyron.

Delta Episode

Main article: Delta Episode

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the Delta Episode. The episode revolves around a meteoroid that is on course for collision with the planet and a newly developed character, Zinnia.

After completing the Delta Episode, the player is returned to Littleroot Town. Downstairs, Norman gives the player the S.S. Ticket to take the S.S. Tidal over to the Battle Resort, and the player unlocks the Hoenn League's rematch teams.

Blurb

Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now!
Behold the true GroudonOR/KyogreAS!
Pikachu likes to cosplay?!
Build a Secret Base all your own!

Changes from Ruby and Sapphire

Mechanics inherited from later generations

The following elements from Pokémon X and Y are also included in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

The following elements from Generation V are also included in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

  • TMs now can be used an unlimited number of times. They are not single-use items anymore.
    • The prices of TMs that can be bought in stores were raised.
    • TMs can't be held, traded, or sold anymore.
  • The addition of Trainers with the Backpacker Trainer class.

The following elements from Generation IV are also included in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

All new elements

  • Completely new characters, such as Aarune, Lisia, and Zinnia, appear in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.
  • Cosplay Pikachu can be obtained. This is a special female Pikachu that is able to swap one of the moves it knows by changing its costume in Contest Halls.
  • Groudon and Kyogre are given Primal Reversion forms which are accessed by holding their respective colored orbs. As such the orbs are now regular items instead of Key Items.
  • After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the Eon Flute to soar the skies on LatiosOR or LatiasAS, where Pokémon can be encountered and Mirage spots found.
    • While the trainer can battle certain Pokémon in the sky, this is not the same as the Sky Battle feature from X and Y as any Pokémon can be used, not just Flying-types, or Pokémon with the Levitate ability.
  • PokéNav Plus replaces PokéNav, which works as a dual-screen feature. Other than retaining the Hoenn Map and Trainer's Eye features, it includes the dual-screen features from X and Y, the ability to encounter specific Pokémon, and tracking Berries or Secret Bases.
  • After completing the Delta Episode, it becomes possible for the player to have both bikes after they talk to three specific people while riding on a bike to advertise the bike shop.
  • The player can now wear accessories such as the new Devon Scuba Gear to realistically show the player surviving underwater with a scuba mask, or the Go-Goggles. In addition the player also receives a Magma SuitOR/Aqua SuitAS which is not only used during the Primal GroudonOR/KyogreAS awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
  • The introduction of the Scuba Diver and Free Diver trainer classes, trainers who battle the player underwater.

Changes to Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald elements

Aesthetic changes

  • The physical Hoenn Pokédex has been redesigned, now appearing similar to the original Game Boy Advance system.
  • Brendan and May have completely different attires, with Brendan's brown hair and white hat being more obvious, while May has a bow instead of the bandana she originally wore.
  • Team Magma and Team Aqua have been given new designs; Team Magma Admin Tabitha appears to be huskier and Courtney has purple hair instead of brown. The Team Aqua Admins have dark skin tones. Team Aqua Admin Shelly has black hair with accents of blue instead of red hair and Matt is more muscular.
  • The Hoenn Gym Leaders, Elite Four, and other Trainers were redesigned with updated appearances.

Location changes

  • The dark areas of Granite Cave now require the Mach Bike from Mauville City for the player to access, and are now optional.
  • Mauville City has been completely redesigned into an indoor shopping complex and is dubbed the largest city in Hoenn, playing a similar role to Lumiose City from X and Y.
    • The Mauville Game Corner has been closed down, as game corners are no longer included in Pokémon games since Generation V.
  • The Abandoned Ship has been replaced by Sea Mauville. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
  • Scorched Slab has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. Heatran can be caught on the lowest floor after defeating or capturing Groudon/Kyogre.
  • The number of puzzles in the Trick House is reduced from eight to six. Badges are also no longer required to start each puzzle, though some HM abilities from certain Badges are needed to navigate through certain puzzles.
  • The Dewford and Mossdeep Gyms have received complete redesigns, while the other six gyms have received minor redesigns.
  • The interior of Mt. Pyre has been redesigned. On one hand it has been simplified, as the puzzle with holes in floors has been removed (both Incenses are now lying in the open), and the number of floors has been reduced from six to four. On the other hand, exploring it is now mandatory, as the doorway leading to the exterior has been relocated from the first floor to the third.
  • The door maze from New Mauville has been removed.
  • Sky Pillar has been completely redesigned, and the Mach Bike puzzle has been removed.
  • The Hoenn Safari Zone has been completely redesigned to where the player is more dependent on the bikes for traveling through the Safari Zone. The bikes are needed for accessing Area 3 and 4 (which can use either bike and not just one specific bike like before) and to access the long-grass section in each area.
  • A few new areas are added to Victory Road that did not exist in Generation III. This includes an area where the player can face Wally instead of the main area of 1F, where Wally was encountered in Generation III.

Gameplay changes

  • Secret Bases have been completely upgraded, becoming Super Secret Bases. Features include sharing bases with other players, inviting other players as secret pals, capturing flags, and customizing the player's own Gym.
  • Mirage spots are added as an apparent evolution of the Mirage Island mechanic.
  • Pokémon Contests are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars.
    • The Beauty and Smart conditions have been renamed to Beautiful and Clever, respectively.
    • Pokéblocks and Pokéblock making have been heavily simplified, with Pokéblock making no longer requiring more than one player to perform successfully.
    • The sheen stat has been removed, meaning there is no longer a limit to how many Pokéblocks a player can give to their Pokémon, enabling Pokémon to have all of their condition stats maxed out.
    • Contest Ribbons are only awarded to Pokémon who have won in the Master Rank.
    • Wallace, as well as two new Contest-exclusive characters—Lisia and Chaz— appear as special contestants.
  • The Safari Zone no longer requires that the player play the Safari Game. Instead, the Pokémon can be caught through normal encounters.
  • Bikes are now capable of traveling through long grass.
  • The player only needs one Badge instead of five to be able to rebattle the Trainers listed in the Trainer's Eye.
  • The ability to search for hidden items underwater using the Dowsing Machine has been removed, as the Dowsing Machine is now worn as an accessory while in use. Hidden items still exist underwater, however.
  • Similar to Emerald's Battle Frontier, Battle Points can be earned to use as payment for moves learned from Move Tutors in the Battle Resort. Notably a number of these moves were formerly TMs during Generation III.
  • Trainers that turn in place can now spot the player when they are turning if the player is directly north, south, east, or west of the Trainer.
  • Mr. Briney's boat is now capable of traveling between Route 104 and Route 109 without having to stop at Dewford Town first. Additionally if the player travels through Rusturf Tunnel to reach the other side, Mr. Briney would be found at that location allowing the player to use his boat without having to backtrack to the previous location.
    • Because of the change on how the boat operates, Route 105 and Route 108 will not be counted as seen until the player returns there later after acquiring Surf.
  • Trendy phrases set in Dewford Town are constructed differently. Since the easy chat system was removed, the player constructs a trendy phrase by selecting an item from the Items or Medicine Pockets along with one of ten possible words.

Story

  • Many characters' roles in the story are significantly elaborated upon, most notably Steven, Wallace, Team Aqua & Team Magma, and Wally.
    • Steven's plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the Mega Stones.
    • Team Aqua & Team Magma's goals are slightly different: Team Aqua wishes to revert the Earth to its prehistoric state in order to restore the Pokémon habitats lost to human advancement, while Team Magma wishes to provide humanity with more habitable land as a means of accelerating human innovation.
      • Further, the admins now have extended personalities.
      • In addition, the opposite team, rather than acting as an ally, simply opposes their counterparts, even distrusting the player as to warn them not to interfere with their own goals.
    • In addition to his studies of how Pokémon behave in the wild, Professor Birch is also said to do research on Pokémon that left Hoenn after the region's climate changed, as revealed after the encounter with GroudonOR or KyogreAS.
    • May/Brendan, when not chosen, has an extended personality and bigger role in the storyline, even teaming with the player against Team Magma/Aqua at Meteor Falls, and seeing the player after Groudon/Kyogre is awakened.
  • Steven can no longer be encountered in Granite Cave before defeating Brawly, as a line of NPCs will block the path.
  • Relating to Team MagmaOR or Team AquaAS:
    • Team Magma/Aqua now steals the Red/Blue Orb instead of the opposite one, to align with the new Primal Reversion mechanic and its place in the plot.
    • Tabitha is now the Team Magma counterpart to Team Aqua's Shelly, and Courtney is Matt's counterpart, instead of the Admins of the same sex being counterparts.
    • Instead of Team Magma/Aqua leaving Meteor Falls once they are found, TabithaOR or ShellyAS and a Grunt instead challenge the player to a Multi Battle with May or Brendan.
    • The motivation behind Team Magma/Aqua's visit to Mt. Chimney and Weather Institute is changed.
    • During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, CourtneyOR or MattAS challenges the player to a battle to help buy time so their leader can escape.
  • The encounter with Steven on Route 118 is now interrupted by a brief side mission where LatiasOR or LatiosAS takes Steven and the player to Southern Island.
    • LatiosOR or LatiasAS now joins the player's party during their trip to Southern Island, instead of being a roaming Pokémon in the post-game. An Eon Ticket is still required to return to Southern Island and obtain the alternate Eon Pokémon.
  • The New Mauville sidequest, which originally started after defeating Norman and obtaining Surf, starts much later now, after the Groudon or Kyogre event.
  • After defeating the Elite Four, the games feature the Delta Episode. Similar to Pokémon Emerald, Rayquaza plays a major role in this quest.
    • The Meteorite plays a larger role in the game, particularly in the Delta Episode as a means for Rayquaza to Mega Evolve in the official storyline. Because of this, it can no longer be given to Professor Cozmo in return for TM27 (Return) (though he does give the player TM23 (Smack Down) for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in Pacifidlog Town.
    • Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the Mossdeep Space Center is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team MagmaOR or Team AquaAS and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Multi Battle at the end.
      • Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team MagmaOR are Courtney and a Team Magma Grunt, instead of Maxie and Tabitha.
  • In order to board the S.S. Tidal which would allow the player entry into the Battle Resort, the Delta Episode must be completed first.
  • The player keeps both colored orbs after dealing with GroudonOR or KyogreAS. The optional sidequest where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to Mt. Pyre and the team leaders apologizing for their actions has been omitted. They instead apologize at Sootopolis City when they give the player the Magma SuitOR/Aqua SuitAS.
  • Certain Gym Leaders and Elite Four members can be found outside their Gyms interacting with the world after the player has beaten the game.
  • The battle against May or Brendan as the players' rival at Lilycove City is no longer optional.
  • Brendan/May challenges the player to one final battle at Route 103 immediately following the credits.

Battles

  • A number of teams for Trainers that can be rematched through Trainer's Eye are different from the original Ruby and Sapphire. Others have been removed.
  • When the player faces May or Brendan as their rival in Lilycove City, their Pokémon teams are fully evolved.
  • Slugma takes Numel's place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their first partner Pokémon is not Torchic.
  • The Trainers found on Mt. Chimney that were encountered after defeating Team Aqua/Team Magma have been removed.
  • In Generation III the female administrators of Team Magma/Team Aqua, Courtney/Shelly were fought in the Seafloor Cavern before facing the team leader. This has been omitted in Generation VI, and as a result the player does not face against any administrators in this location.
  • Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their first partner Pokémon can Mega Evolve.
  • The Trainers within the Victory Road now have Pokémon from the National Pokédex on their teams instead of just using Pokémon native to Hoenn.
  • The Elite Four and Champion's initial lineups have changed somewhat, and when challenged in the post-game, they now have tougher teams, with higher levels, different movesets, and non-regional Pokémon on their teams, and including some Mega Evolutions.
  • Wally's Ralts eventually evolves into Gallade instead of Gardevoir, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
  • Wally is given an exclusive battle theme, a rock remix of his leitmotif, rather than using the standard trainer battle theme.
  • Archie's Sharpedo, Maxie's Camerupt, and Steven's Metagross can now Mega Evolve.

Obtainable Pokémon

  • In a few areas, the encounterable Pokémon have changed. Certain Water-type Pokémon are not found in all of the same areas they were in the original games, such as in Mossdeep City, where Sharpedo was removed. A few evolved Pokémon such as Swellow or Wailord also can no longer be found in the wild. The Pokémon in the Safari Zone have also changed significantly.
  • Feebas can now be found by fishing anywhere on Route 119 instead of six random spots. However, it can still be found more easily by fishing directly underneath the bridge near the Weather Institute during the daytime or in the tiles adjacent to the lone rock in the river's southernmost curve (slightly north of the large field of long grass) during the nighttime.
  • The Legendary Pokémon Lugia, Ho-Oh, Regigigas, Heatran, Uxie, Mesprit, Azelf, Palkia, Dialga, Giratina, Virizion, Terrakion, Cobalion, Reshiram, Zekrom, Kyurem, Raikou, Suicune, Entei, Tornadus, Thundurus, Landorus, and Cresselia are now obtainable in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. Some are exclusive to one version and some may require special circumstances to unlock them.
  • Deoxys is now catchable during the climax of the Delta Episode, making this the first time where a Mythical Pokémon has been legitimately available without the use of promotional events. It can also change its Forme freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in Fallarbor Town, as opposed to Generation III where its Forme was dependent on the game it was in.
  • Shiny variants of Groudon, Kyogre, Rayquaza, and Deoxys are now impossible to encounter in the wild; they can still be legitimately obtained if they are caught in Generations III or IV and transferred to Omega Ruby or Alpha Sapphire.
  • The catch rates of several Legendary Pokémon are altered:
    • The catch rates of Kyogre, Groudon, Dialga, Palkia, Reshiram, and Zekrom were reduced to 3.
    • The catch rate of Rayquaza was raised from 3 to 45.
  • Spiritomb may be encountered through a special method in Sea Mauville.
  • Like in Emerald, Professor Birch will give the player their choice of a Johto first partner Pokémon. He'll do this on Route 101 after the player first enters the Hall of Fame and talks to Zinnia.
    • After obtaining the Johto first partner Pokémon and completing the Delta Episode, the Professor will give the player an Unova first partner Pokémon, and after that, a Sinnoh first partner Pokémon if the player enters the Hall of Fame once more.
  • Upon defeating or capturing Kyogre/Groudon, many Pokémon not available in Generation III become available as hidden Pokémon.
  • After defeating or capturing Kyogre/Groudon, the elderly woman in Lavaridge Town who could give the player a Wynaut Egg now gives out a second Pokémon Egg which contains a Togepi.
Version-exclusive Pokémon
Omega Ruby
0140 Kabuto Kabuto
Rock Water
0141 Kabutops Kabutops
Rock Water
0250 Ho-Oh Ho-Oh
Fire Flying
0273 Seedot Seedot
Grass
0274 Nuzleaf Nuzleaf
Grass Dark
0275 Shiftry Shiftry
Grass Dark
0303 Mawile Mawile
Steel Fairy
0335 Zangoose Zangoose
Normal
0338 Solrock Solrock
Rock Psychic
0381 Latios Latios
Dragon Psychic
0383 Groudon Groudon
Ground
0410 Shieldon Shieldon
Rock Steel
0411 Bastiodon Bastiodon
Rock Steel
0422 Shellos Shellos
West Sea
Water
0423 Gastrodon Gastrodon
West Sea
Water Ground
0484 Palkia Palkia
Water Dragon
0538 Throh Throh
Fighting
0566 Archen Archen
Rock Flying
0567 Archeops Archeops
Rock Flying
0641 Tornadus Tornadus
Flying
0643 Reshiram Reshiram
Dragon Fire
0690 Skrelp Skrelp
Poison Water
0691 Dragalge Dragalge
Poison Dragon
Alpha Sapphire
0138 Omanyte Omanyte
Rock Water
0139 Omastar Omastar
Rock Water
0249 Lugia Lugia
Psychic Flying
0270 Lotad Lotad
Water Grass
0271 Lombre Lombre
Water Grass
0272 Ludicolo Ludicolo
Water Grass
0302 Sableye Sableye
Dark Ghost
0336 Seviper Seviper
Poison
0337 Lunatone Lunatone
Rock Psychic
0380 Latias Latias
Dragon Psychic
0382 Kyogre Kyogre
Water
0408 Cranidos Cranidos
Rock
0409 Rampardos Rampardos
Rock
0422 Shellos Shellos
East Sea
Water
0423 Gastrodon Gastrodon
East Sea
Water Ground
0483 Dialga Dialga
Steel Dragon
0539 Sawk Sawk
Fighting
0564 Tirtouga Tirtouga
Rock Water
0565 Carracosta Carracosta
Rock Water
0642 Thundurus Thundurus
Electric Flying
0644 Zekrom Zekrom
Dragon Electric
0692 Clauncher Clauncher
Water
0693 Clawitzer Clawitzer
Water

Compatibility

Like Pokémon X and Y, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire can connect with the Pokémon Bank, Poké Transporter, and the Pokémon Global Link website. They are mostly compatible with Pokémon X and Y, with the exception of alternate forms, Mega Evolutions, moves, or Abilities introduced in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, which cannot be traded to or used in battle with X and Y.

Localization changes

  • In the Japanese and Korean versions, Mom says that she and Norman saw the Litleonids when they last passed by 12 years ago. However, this was changed to 11 years ago in the English and other language versions.
    "The Litleonids, hmm? I remember going to see them with your dad 11 years ago when they last passed by!"
  • Street Thug Hannibal, found on Route 123, is 54 years old: "I’ve been alive for 54 years!" In the French version only, he first claims to be 50 years old and then corrects it to 54: "Je viens d’avoir 50 ans. Bon, en fait, 54 ans…"
  • Beauty Bunnie, found in the Battle Maison, pretends to be an adult woman, but she is 7 years old in the English, Japanese, and Korean versions, 13 years old in the German and Italian versions, or 15 years old in the Spanish version. Conversely, she is 45 years old in the French version, where she is pretending to be younger instead.
    Before battle: "Hey there, Trainer! Do you think I’m a grown-up?"
    After winning: "Tee hee... I won because I’m a grown-up!"
    After losing: "Tee hee! My mom did my makeup! I’m actually only seven years old!"

Localization changes shared by Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire

Main article: Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions → Localization changes shared by Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire

Localization changes inherited from other games

  • In the Japanese versions of Pokémon X, Y, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire, a music box version of the "Happy Birthday to You" music theme plays the first time when the player enters a Pokémon Center in their current birthday. This music theme starts playing during the cutscene when the nurse says happy birthday to the player, and keeps playing after the cutscene is over. In subsequent visits during the current birthday, this music theme is replaced by "Happy Birthday from the Pokémon Center!", a rendition of the regular "Pokémon Center" theme in a music box style as well.
    • In international versions, "Happy Birthday to You" is not heard. Instead, "Happy Birthday from the Pokémon Center!" plays in all visits during the player's birthday.

Reception

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire hold a rating of 83%[1] and 82%,[2] respectively, on Metacritic. IGN rated the games a "Good" 7.8/10,[3] 1.2 points fewer than Pokémon X and Y, criticizing the excessive amount of water and HMs. This reasoning was quickly mocked by fans due to these issues' presence in the original games apparently being overlooked. Gaming magazine Famitsu gave Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire a score of 37 out of 40,[4] scoring two points fewer than X and Y and three points more than Ruby and Sapphire. Nintendo Life gave the games a score of 9 out of 10[5] and Eurogamer gave them a 8/10 noting that "It's the closest many of us will likely get to genuinely exploring unknown territory".[6]

Sales

Within the first three days of release for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, 3.04 million copies were sold in Japan, North America, and other territories.[7] Later when released in the UK, they came in at numbers 6 and 7 of the top ten video game sales chart for that week, also earning enough sales from both games into becoming the current candidates for the largest game launch of the Pokémon series in the region, beating out Pokémon Black and White, which previously held this record.[8] In the fiscal year of their release, they sold 9.94 million units.[9] As of September 30, 2023, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire have sold 14.60 million copies worldwide.[10]

Japanese sales

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire sold 1,327,671 individual units on their first week on the Japanese market, being 613,946 from Pokémon Omega Ruby and 713,725 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, with a sell-through of 74.34% and 77.66% respectively.[11] By January 3, 2021, the end of their 320th week, they had sold 2,954,237 copies, being 1,366,483 from Pokémon Omega Ruby and 1,587,754 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire.[12]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Dual Pack sold 90,497 units on its first week, with a sell-through of 88.46%.[11] By December 28, 2014, the end of its 6th week, it had sold 98,101 copies.[11] Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Gift Pack sold 1,169 units on its first week, with a sell-through of 6.25%.[13] By January 1, 2017, the end of its 56th week, it had sold 9,052 copies.[14] Combining all releases, the games sold 3,168,543 units, being 1,473,636 from Pokémon Omega Ruby and 1,694,907 from Pokémon Alpha Sapphire.

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

Week Week ending Ranking Units sold Total units sold
1 November 23, 2014 1st 1,327,671 1,327,671
2 November 30, 2014 1st 298,613 1,626,284
3 December 7, 2014 2nd 171,813 1,798,097
4 December 14, 2014 2nd 152,384 1,950,481
5 December 21, 2014 2nd 167,534 2,118,015
6 December 28, 2014 2nd 165,329 2,283,344
7 January 4, 2015 2nd 110,895 2,394,239
8 January 11, 2015 2nd 38,420 2,432,659
9 January 18, 2015 2nd 24,964 2,457,623
10 January 25, 2015 5th 17,035 2,474,658
11 February 1, 2015 7th 14,108 2,488,766
12 February 8, 2015 5th 12,234 2,501,000
13 February 15, 2015 8th 12,922 2,513,921
14 February 22, 2015 9th 11,256 2,525,177
15 March 1, 2015 6th 12,680 2,537,857
16 March 8, 2015 10th 11,297 2,549,155
17 March 15, 2015 12th 10,768 2,559,923
18 March 22, 2015 16th 8,646 2,568,569
19 March 29, 2015 23rd - -
20 April 5, 2015 18th 8,709 2,587,345
59 January 3, 2016 32nd - 2,747,782
111 January 1, 2017 - - 2,928,285
163 December 31, 2017 - - 2,947,599
215 December 30, 2018 - - 2,951,707
267 December 29, 2019 - - 2,953,468
320 January 3, 2021 - - 2,954,237

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Dual Pack

Week Week ending Ranking Units sold Total units sold
1 November 23, 2014 2nd 90,497 90,497
2 November 30, 2014 26th - -
6 December 28, 2014 - - 98,101

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Gift Pack

Week Week ending Ranking Units sold Total units sold
1 December 13, 2015 - 1,169 1,169
4 January 3, 2016 - - 4,255
56 January 1, 2017 - - 9,052

Staff

Main article: Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

Music

Main article: Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire: Super Music Collection

Version history

Version Release date Official changelog More information
1.0 November 21, 2014
November 24, 2014
N/A Initial release
1.1 November 25, 2014
  • Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.
1.2 December 3, 2014
  • Fixed the issue in which the game freezes during the end credits after entering the Hall of Fame in certain game data.
Fix for the Hall of Fame freeze.
1.3 April 1, 2015
  • Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.
1.4 April 23, 2015
  • Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.

Beta elements

Main article: Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire beta

Trailers

Main article: Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer
  • A promotional trailer was made to promote Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. The trailer was broadcasted in Japan on November 16, 2014, later being released on the Japanese Pokémon YouTube Channel the same day, and on the English Pokémon YouTube Channel on November 20, 2014.
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Gallery

Logos

Title screens

Icons

Boxart

Trivia

  • The games were named by Masafumi Nukita.[15]
  • In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
  • These are the first pair of remakes in which:
    • There are no location previews.
    • No HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games are included.
    • No new player characters are introduced.
    • Nearly all Pokémon not in the original games use recycled Pokédex descriptions (from Pokémon X and Y) instead of receiving brand new ones, with the only exception being Hoopa.
    • The events of the game do not run concurrently with the events of the main installment in the generation, instead, being implied to run around the same time as the original Ruby and Sapphire, while Pokémon X and Y takes place around the same time as Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
    • Pokémon originating from the original games can be transferred to the remakes.
    • There is no bundle containing a compatible accessory.
  • These are the only pair of remakes in which:
  • The Japanese and Korean logos for Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire both feature the game's corresponding colored orb.
  • These are the first games to feature Hoenn in Korean, as the Generation III games were never translated into Korean.
  • With the exception of Kyogre, Groudon, and Rayquaza, Pokémon from the original games recycle their Pokédex descriptions from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire.
  • The ace Pokémon of the three new characters introduced within these remakes (Aarune, Lisia, and Zinnia), are all part Dragon-type.
  • These are the last core series games to date to feature Pokédex entries for all existing Pokémon at the time.
    • Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon still allowed Pokémon outside of those usually obtainable to be transferred into the game; however, they lack Pokédex entries and numbers.
    • Starting from Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!, games no longer include all existing Pokémon in their code.
      • While the National Pokédex makes a return in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, it remains faithful to the original games, only listing the 493 species from the first four generations.

In other languages

Language Title
Japan Flag.png Japanese ポケットモンスター オメガルビー・アルファサファイア
Chinese Cantonese 精靈寶可夢 歐米加紅寶石/阿爾法藍寶石
Mandarin 精靈寶可夢 歐米加紅寶石/阿爾法藍寶石
精灵宝可梦 欧米伽红宝石/阿尔法蓝宝石
The Netherlands Flag.png Dutch Pokémon Omega Robijn en Alfa Saffier
Finland Flag.png Finnish Pokémon Omega-rubiini ja Alfa-safiiri
French Canada Flag.png Canada Pokémon Omega Ruby et Alpha Saphirre
France Flag.png Europe Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
Germany Flag.png German Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
Italy Flag.png Italian Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
South Korea Flag.png Korean 포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어
Norway Flag.png Norwegian Pokémon Omega Rubin og Alfa Safir
Portugal Flag.png Portuguese Pokémon Omega Ruby e Alpha Sapphire
Spanish CELAC Flag.png Latin America Pokémon Omega Ruby y Alpha Saphirre
Spain Flag.png Spain Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa
Sweden Flag.png Swedish Pokémon Omega Rubin och Alfa Safir

See also

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External links

References


Generation I: Red & GreenBlue (JP)Red & BlueYellow
Generation II: Gold & SilverCrystal
Generation III: Ruby & SapphireFireRed & LeafGreenEmerald
Generation IV: Diamond & PearlPlatinumHeartGold & SoulSilver
Generation V: Black & WhiteBlack 2 & White 2
Generation VI: X & YOmega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Generation VII: Sun & MoonUltra Sun & Ultra Moon
Let's Go, Pikachu! & Let's Go, Eevee!‎
Generation VIII: Sword & Shield (The Isle of Armor / The Crown Tundra)
Brilliant Diamond & Shining PearlLegends: Arceus
Generation IX: Scarlet & Violet (The Teal Mask / The Indigo Disk)
Legends: Z-A
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