Bulbapedia - User contributions [en]

Bill

2019-03-14T11:20:32Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

:''This article is about the Pokémon Researcher. For the English voice actors, see [[Bill Rogers]], [[Billy Regan]] or [[Carter Cathcart|Billy Beach]].''
----
{{CharInfobox
|color={{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color}}|1={{Johto color}}}}
|corecolor={{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}
|bordercolor={{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}
|name=Bill
|jname=ソネザキマサキ
|tmname=Masaki Sonezaki
|slogan=no
|image=FireRed LeafGreen Bill.png
|size=125px
|caption=Art from {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}
|age=no
|years=
|gender=Male
|colors=yes
|eyes=Brown{{tt|*|Gen III artwork}}, Black{{tt|*|Anime, older artwork}}
|hair=Brown{{tt|*|Games}}, Green{{tt|*|Anime}}
|birthday=December 31st{{tt|*|Pokémon Adventures}}
|hometown=[[Goldenrod City]]
|region=[[Johto]]
|relatives=Unnamed mother, father, two sisters, nephew, [[Bill's grandfather|grandfather]], wife{{tt|*|Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga}}
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass={{tc|Poké Maniac}}, [[Pokémon Storage System|Storage System developer]]
|game=yes
|generation={{Gen|I}}, {{Gen|II}}, {{Gen|III}}, {{Gen|IV}}, {{gen|VII}}
|games=[[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red, Blue]], {{v2|Yellow}}, [[Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Gold, Silver]], {{v2|Crystal}}, [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed, LeafGreen]], [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold, SoulSilver]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]
|leader=no
|anime=yes
|epnum=EP013
|epname=Mystery at the Lighthouse
|enva=[[Maddie Blaustein]]
|java=Masaya Onosaka
|manga=counterpart
|mangacounterpart={{adv|Bill}}
}}
'''Bill''' (Japanese: '''ソネザキマサキ''' ''Masaki Sonezaki'') is a {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} Researcher, widely regarded as an expert in many fields. He has made many appearances in the games. Bill is most commonly found in his [[Sea Cottage]], which is north of [[Cerulean City]] at the end of {{rt|25|Kanto}}. He is most notable for his first appearance in the [[Generation I]] games and for his [[Pokémon Storage System]] that has been pertinent in the entire main series.

==In the games==
{{incomplete|section|Quotes from Generation IV}}
Bill is a talented and famous inventor, who invented the original Pokémon Storage System and [[Time Capsule]]. People, including himself, call him a PokéManiac because of his large collection of both common and rare Pokémon. The first one he caught was an {{p|Abra}}; however, his favorite Pokémon are {{p|Eevee}} and its [[Eeveelution|evolutions]]. Bill also gives a free Eevee to {{ga|Ethan}}, {{ga|Kris}}{{sup/2|C}}, or {{ga|Lyra}}{{sup/4|HGSS}} in [[Generation II]] and its remakes, and another one to [[Bebe]] in [[Generation IV]], which is later given to {{ga|Lucas}}/{{ga|Dawn}}.

Bill also has several friends that share his interests in computer technology. One of them is [[Celio]], his old friend from {{OBP|One Island|town}} in the [[Sevii Islands]]. He is also close with [[Lanette]] and [[Bebe]], the storage system developers of [[Hoenn]] and [[Sinnoh]], respectively. He is stated to have requested [[Cassius]] control the Storage System of [[Kalos]] in [[Generation VI]].

Bill also has some fans, like {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}} Brent of Generation II who calls the player with information about him. Most of his calls are trivia about Bill himself and his family, such as the fact that Bill's mother used to be a [[Kimono Girl]] and that Bill's younger sister can't wink. He also mentions that Bill might have a crush on the flower girl in [[Goldenrod City]]. Brent also revealed the fact that Bill is lactose-intolerant, which was also stated by Celio in [[Generation III]].

Bill has been shown to have a large family. His adult sister and grandfather live in [[Fuchsia City]]. In Generation II, his grandfather watches over Bill's cottage on Route 25 while he is visiting the rest of his family in Goldenrod City.

In the Japanese versions of the games, Bill speaks in {{wp|Kansai region|Kansai}} dialect, like most Goldenrod City residents.

===[[Generation I]]===
In {{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}, Bill can be found at the [[Sea Cottage]] on the [[Kanto Route 25|Cerulean Cape]], initially performing an experiment on Pokémon teleportation. However, Bill accidentally becomes combined with the body of a {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} and requires the player's help to fix the problem. In Pokémon Yellow, {{ga|Red's Pikachu|the player's Pikachu}} [[Walking Pokémon#Pokémon Yellow|will be confused]] by the whole ordeal, and shocked upon seeing Bill return to his original form. After things are back in order, he speaks about his Pokémon Storage System and what was formerly on the PC menu as "Someone's PC" will change to "Bill's PC." He will also give away an [[S.S. Ticket]] so that the player can board the [[S.S. Anne]]. He gives the player the ticket as a gift for changing him back into a human, and also claims that the rich crowd of the S.S. Anne isn't his type. If the player exits Bill's house and goes back in, they can check his computer for information on {{p|Eevee}} and its three [[Evolutionary stone|stone]] evolutions, his favorite Pokémon.

===[[Generation II]]===
In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, Bill is visiting his family in [[Goldenrod City]]. After he gets the [[Time Capsule]] up and running in [[Ecruteak City]], players can visit him at his parents' house in Goldenrod and receive an {{p|Eevee}}. His sister will give the player Bill's number so they can check the storage system. In {{game|Crystal}}, his father is introduced as the [[Move Tutor#Generation II Move Tutors|Move Tutor]], a deadbeat former [[Pokémaniac]] who spends his time gambling.

===[[Generation III]]===
====Hoenn====
While visiting [[Lanette]] in {{game3|Ruby and Sapphire|Ruby, Sapphire|s}}, {{v2|Emerald}}, {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire}}, players can check one of her computers to find an E-mail from Bill. The English translation of the e-mail in [[Generation III]] makes it seem as if Bill is crediting Lanette for upgrading his system, whereas the Japanese text and the English text in [[Generation VI]] clearly establishes that he and Lanette are co-developers of the original system.

{|
! Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald
! Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
|- style="vertical-align:top"
| style="width:350px" |
"''... ... ... ... ... ... ...'' 
''Your storage system offers more convenience than mine. It has a lot of user friendly features that make it fun and useful too. It makes me proud that I played a part in its development. Here's hoping that you'll continue research in Storage Systems. From <sc>Bill</sc>'' 
''... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...''"
| style="width:350px" |
''"...'' 
''Your Storage System is quite convenient. It has a lot of user-friendly features that make it fun and useful, too. It makes me proud that I played a part in its development. Here's hoping that you'll continue research in Storage Systems.'' 
''..."''
|}

====Kanto====
In [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions]], Bill is in the same area as in the original games. However, he also appears on [[Cinnabar Island]] asking for help in the [[Sevii Islands]] shortly after [[Blaine]] is defeated. While on [[One Island]], he introduces the player to [[Celio]].

=====Fame Checker=====
This is a list of the [[Fame Checker]]'s information on Bill in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
;[[Cerulean City]] — {{ga|Blue}}
* What does this person do?
:"After all, <sc>Bill</sc>'s world-famous as a <sc>Pokémaniac</sc>. He invented the <sc>Pokémon</sc> Storage System on PC, too."
;Cerulean City — Little Boy
* Favorite kind of <sc>Pokémon</sc>?
:"<sc>Bill</sc> has lots of <sc>Pokémon</sc>! He collects rare ones, too!"
;[[Fuchsia City]] — Bill's grandfather
* What is this person like?
:"He's my grandson! He always liked collecting things, even as a child!"
;{{OBP|One Island|town}} — [[Celio]]
* Favorite kind of <sc>Pokémon</sc>?
:""<sc>Bill</sc> is a <sc>Pokémaniac</sc>, so he likes every kind. Apparently, the first one he caught was an <sc>Abra</sc>."
;One Island — Celio
* Family and friends?
:"<sc>Bill</sc>'s hometown is <sc>Goldenrod City</sc>, where his folks still live. I've heard it's quite the festive, bustling city."
;One Island — Celio
* There's a rumor…
:"Apparently, <sc>Bill</sc> can't stomach milk at all."
;Message from <sc>Bill</sc>
* From: <sc>Bill</sc>
* To: {{Player}}
:"Hey, there! <sc>Celio</sc> had nothing but praise for you. Hearing that makes me happy. When you catch some rare <sc>Pokémon</sc>, come show me, okay? Promise!"

===[[Generation IV]]===
====Sinnoh====
In {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}, [[Bebe]] mentions that Bill invented the original PC storage system, and that she tinkered with it to make it easier to use. Upon giving the player an {{p|Eevee}}, Bebe refers to Bill as a friend from Johto to whom the Eevee previously belonged.

====Johto and Kanto====
Bill appears in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} in the same capacity as he did in Generation II. He will give the player an {{p|Eevee}} if he is visited at his parents' house in Goldenrod.

===[[Generation VII]]===
====Alola====
Although Bill has no physical appearance in {{g|Sun and Moon}}, [[Lillie]] goes to him during the post-game to treat [[Lusamine|her mother]]. [[Wicke]] also makes a reference to when he was combined with a Pokémon.

====Kanto====
In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], Bill appears in the same capacity as he does in the original games. Bill's PC is not used in this game, as the player has access to Pokémon Storage at any time from the [[Bag]]. After helping Bill, the player can check his PC again to read his reports on the locations of the [[legendary birds]].

===Pokémon===
====Gives away====
{|
|-
! {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}
! {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}
|-
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=133
|pokemon=Eevee
|level=20
|gender=both
|type1=Normal
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal
|move2=Tail Whip|move2type=Normal
|move3=Sand-Attack|move3type=Ground
|move4=Growl|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=133
|pokemon=Eevee
|level=5
|gender=both
|type1=Normal
|ability=Adaptability
|ability2=Run Away
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Tail Whip|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Helping Hand|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
|}

====Status unknown====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Abra
|type1=psychic
|img=Spr 3f 063.png
|img_size=64px
|epnum=Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions
|epname=Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen
|desc=According to [[Celio]], Bill's [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was an {{p|Abra}}. However, it has not been seen physically in any game to date.

None of Abra's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Clefairy
|type1=normal
|img=SeaBill.png
|img_size=240px
|epnum=Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions
|epname=Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen
|desc=In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, Bill is first seen as this {{p|Clefairy}}. In this form, he asks the player to help him turn back to normal using his Cell Separation System. Once the player runs the program, Bill reverts to human form, though the Clefairy involved in the experiment is not seen seen exiting the other teleported. It is not known if the Clefairy is one of Bill's Pokémon or a wild Pokémon.

In [[Generation I]], this Pokémon is represented by a [[a:File:MS Rhydon I.png|generic sprite]].

None of Clefairy's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Nidorino
|gender=male
|type1=poison
|img=Bill Nidorino PE.png
|epnum=Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!
|epname=Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!
|desc=In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], Bill is first seen as this {{p|Nidorino}}, instead. Once the player runs the Cell Separation System, the Nidorino involved in the experiment is seen running out of the smoke. It is not known if the Nidorino is one of Bill's Pokémon or a wild Pokémon.

None of Nidorino's moves are known.}}

===Quotes===
===={{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}====
:''"Hiya! I'm a <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>... ...No I'm not! Call me <sc>Bill</sc>! I'm a true blue <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>maniac</sc>! Hey! What's with that skeptical look? I'm not joshing you, I screwed up an experiment and got combined with a <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>! So, how about it? Help me out there!"''
:''"{{tt|No!? Come on, you gotta help a guy in deep trouble! What do you say, chief? Please? OK? All right!|If player refuses}} When I'm in the <sc>Teleporter</sc>, go to my PC and run the Cell Separation System!"''
*After helping him
:''"{{tt|Yeehah! Thanks, bud! I owe you one! So, did you come to see my <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> collection? You didn't? That's a bummer. I've got to thank you... Oh here, maybe this'll do.|First time}} That cruise ship, <sc>S.S.Anne</sc>, is in <sc>Vermilion City</sc>. Its passengers are all trainers! They invited me to their party, but I can't stand fancy do's. Why don't you go instead of me?"''
*After returning to his house
:''"Look, bud, just check out some of my rare <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> on my PC!"''

===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
;[[Ecruteak City]]
:''"Hi, I'm <sc>Bill</sc>. And who are you? Hmm. <player>, huh? You've come at the right time. I just finished adjustments on my <sc>Time Capsule</sc>. You know that <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> can be traded, right? My <sc>Time Capsule</sc> was developed to enable trades with the past. But you can't send anything that didn't exist in the past. If you did, the PC in the past would have a breakdown. So you have to remove anything that wasn't around in the past. Put simply, no sending new moves or new <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> in the <sc>Time Capsule</sc>. Don't you worry. I'm done with the adjustments. Tomorrow, <sc>Time Capsules</sc> will be running at all <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Centers</sc>. I have to hurry on back to <sc>Goldenrod</sc> and see my folks. Buh-bye!"''

;[[Goldenrod City]]
*After talking to him at the Ecruteak City Pokémon Center
:''"Hi, <player>! Do us a favor and take this <sc>Eevee</sc>. It came over when I was adjusting the <sc>Time Capsule</sc>. Someone has to take care of it, but I don't like being outside. Can I count on you to play with it, <player>?
::'''Yes''': ''"I knew it! Way to go, hero! You're the real deal, dude! OK, I'm counting on you. Take good care of it.
::'''No''': ''"Oh... Now what to do?

*If the player is carrying six Pokémon
:''"Whoa, wait. you can't carry any more <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>.

*After receiving Eevee
:''"<sc>Prof. Elm</sc> claims <sc>Eevee</sc> may evolve in new and unknown ways"''

*Subsequent visits
:''"I used to experiment with a <sc>Teleporter</sc>. I ought to do a follow-up."''{{sup/2|GS}}
:''"My pop, he won't work. All he does is goof off all day long. He's getting to be a real headache..."''{{sup/2|C}}

;[[Pokégear]]
*When called
:''"{{tt|Good morning!|If morning}}/{{tt|Good day!|If daytime}}/{{tt|Good evening!|If nighttime}} This is the <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Storage System Administration Service</sc>. Who's calling? <player>, is it? Hang on a sec... ...... ...... Thanks for waiting!"''
:*If box has less than 15 Pokémon 
:''"<player>, your <sc>Box</sc> has room for <number> more <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>. Get out there and fill it up!"''
:*If box has at least 15 Pokémon
:''"<player>, your <sc>Box</sc> has room for only <number> more <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>. Maybe you should switch your <sc>Box</sc>"''
:*If box is full
:''"<player>, your <sc>Box</sc> is full! You'll have to switch <sc>Boxes</sc> if you want to catch more <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>."''

*When player fills up a Box (automatic call)
:''"Hi, <player>? It's me, <sc>Bill</sc>! Thanks for using my <sc>Storage System</sc>. That last <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> you sent filled your <sc>Box</sc> up. You'll have to switch <sc>Boxes</sc> if you want to catch more <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>. Bye now!"''

===={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
;[[Sea Cottage]]
:''"Hiya! I'm a <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>... ...No I'm not! Call me <sc>Bill</sc>! I'm a true-blue <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>maniac</sc>! Hey! What's with that skeptical look? I'm not joshing you, {{tt|pal|If player is a male}}/{{tt|lady|If player is a female}}. I screwed up an experiment and got combined with a <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>! So, how about it? Help me out there!"''
:''"{{tt|No!? Now don't be so cold! Come on, you gotta help a guy in deep, deep trouble! What do you say, chief/beautiful? Please? Okay? All right!|If player refuses}} Wait till I get inside the <sc>Teleporter</sc>. When I do, go to my PC and run the Cell Separation System."''
*After helping him
:''"{{tt|Yeehah! Thanks, bud/lady! I owe you one! So, did you come to see my <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> collection? You didn't? That's a bummer. I've got to thank you... Oh, here, maybe this'll do.|First time}} That cruise ship <sc>S.S.Anne</sc> is in <sc>Vermilion City</sc>. I hear there are lots of <sc>Trainers</sc> on board, too. They invited me to their party, but I can't stand fancy do's. Why don't you go instead of me? Go and have a good time."''
*After returning to his house
:''"Feel like checking out some of my rare <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> on my PC? Go on, check out my PC."''

;[[Cinnabar Island]]
*After defeating Blaine
:''"Huh? Hey, if it isn't <player>! Look, it's me, <sc>Bill</sc>. Long time no see! I hope you're still using my PC system. Well, listen, since we met up here, how about spending time with me? There's this little island in the far south called <sc>One Island</sc>. A friend invited me, so I'm on my way out there. How about it? Do you feel like coming with me?
::'''No''': ''"What, are you too busy? Well, all right. The boat hasn't arrived yet anyway. I'll be waiting at the <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Center</sc> over there. Come see me when you're done with your business here."''
::'''Yes''': ''"All right, then. Let's go!"''
::''"Looks like [[Seagallop|my pal's boat]] arrived, too. He sent it specially here to <sc>Cinnabar</sc> to pick me up."''

*In the Pokémon Center, if the player declined the offer
:''"Hey, you kept me waiting! Ready to set sail to <sc>One Island</sc>?
::'''No''': ''"Oh, you're still not done yet?''"
::'''Yes''': ''"Well, that's it. Let's go!"''
::''"Looks like my pal's boat arrived, too. He sent it specially here to <sc>Cinnabar</sc> to pick me up."''

*After returning from One Island
:''"Hey, wasn't that a long cruise? My buddy <sc>Celio</sc> seemed to enjoy your company. I'm sure he'd welcome you if you were to visit him again. If you have a <sc>Tri-Pass</sc>, you can always take a ferry there from <sc>Vermilion Port</sc>. All right, thanks for your company!"''

;{{OBP|One Island|town}}
:''"Here we are! This is <sc>One Island</sc>. There are several islands around here, and this is one of them. My friend <sc>Celio</sc> sent the boat to fetch me here. He's in charge of the island's PC network by his lonesome. ...Why am I telling you this now? Let's just go see <sc>Celio</sc>!"''

;[[Pokémon Network Center]]
*Upon the player's arrival
:''"Hey, there! <sc>Celio</sc>!"''
:''"Well, absolutely! How's your research coming along? ...Oh, wait a sec. <Player>, this is my buddy <sc>Celio</sc>. He's one dedicated PC <sc>Maniac</sc>! <sc>Celio</sc>, this is <player>, a rising contender as the <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Champ</sc>!"''
:''"So, bring me up to speed. How's your machine running?"''
:''"Oh, yeah? Okay, let me take a look-see. ...Hand on here... I think we can make it work. Let me help you, okay? <Player>, can I get you to wait for me just a bit? ...Actually, can I get you to do me a favor? The island next to this one's called <sc>Two Island</sc>. There's a guy there that runs a <sc>Game Corner</sc>. He has this thing for rare rocks and gems. We keep in touch, being fellow maniacs. So, can I get you to deliver this <sc>[[Meteorite]]</sc> to him?"''
:''"I'll catch you later! Say hi to the guy for me!"''

*If talked to before visiting [[Three Island]]
:''"Hmm... How about we try this like this..."''

*After visiting Three Island, before rescuing [[Lostelle]]
:''"Oh, hey, <player>! Did you see? We got the PC working! I've got a few things to show <sc>Celio</sc> here. Can you go out on a stroll or something for a little more?"''

*After rescuing Lostelle
:''"Oh, hey! <Player!>"''
:''"What kept you so long? Been out having a good time? We got it done. The PCs are up and running!"''
:''"No, no! There was almost nothing left for me to do. <sc>Celio</sc>, I have to hand it to you. You've learned a lot."''
:''"Well, there you have it. I'm finished with the job. We should head back to <sc>Kanto</sc>. <sc>Celio</sc>, I'll be seeing you again."''

==Artwork==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color}}|1={{Johto color}}}}; font-size:80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:Red Blue Bill.png|100px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:Gold Silver Bill.png|100px]]
|-
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
|}

===Sprites===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color}}|1={{Johto color}}}}; font-size:80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:Rocker I OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:MS Rhydon I.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:Bill II OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:Bill III OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:035 III OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:Spr FRLG Bill.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color dark}}|1={{Johto color dark}}}}; background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; width:80px; height:80px"| [[File:Bill OD.png]]
|-
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Transformed sprite from {{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation III}}
| Transformed sprite from {{color2|000|Generation III}}
| Bill's {{color2|000|Fame Checker}} sprite from {{color2|000|Generation III}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation IV}}
|}

==In the anime==
[[File:Bill anime.png|thumb|200px|Bill talking about the world of Pokémon]]
Bill's only anime appearance was in ''[[EP013|Mystery at the Lighthouse]]'' where {{Ash}}, {{an|Misty}}, and {{an|Brock}} met him at his lighthouse.

Bill had previously been trapped in a {{p|Kabuto}} costume for what he claims to have been hours (in the dub only; the original didn't state how long he had been in the costume) until Ash finally comes to press the release button for him. Afterwards, Bill fulfills a request made by Professor Oak to give Ash and his friends a lesson on the basics of Pokémon, during which Bill shares the idea that there may be many more than just 150 species of Pokémon. The remainder of his appearance is spent focused on explaining to Ash and company his recent project, involving a {{p|Dragonite|mysterious Pokémon}} whose cry can be heard across the sea.
===Pokémon===
{{MissingInfo|2|java|enva}}
====Studied====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Dragonite
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Giant Dragonite.png
|epnum=EP013
|epname=Mystery at the Lighthouse
|desc=As Bill was reminiscing, the same sound from his memory was heard and a large figure appeared, rising from the ocean. As it came closer, it was revealed to be the outline of a {{p|Dragonite}}. As it came closer to the lighthouse, [[Team Rocket]] was shown scaling the cliff, and upon seeing the {{pkmn2|giant}} Dragonite, they began launching a barrage of missiles at it. This angered Dragonite, and it smashed the top of the lighthouse and began to walk away. Bill called out at it to stay, but to no avail.
In the morning, Bill seemed to be at peace with the fact that he didn't get to learn more about the Pokémon and was simply grateful he got to see it at all. With another life lesson from Bill, the heroes said goodbye and continued on their journey.

None of Dragonite's moves are known.}}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{normal color}}|bordercolor={{normal color light}}
|ja=小野坂昌也 ''Masaya Onosaka''
|en=[[Maddie Blaustein|Adam Blaustein]]
|cs=Petr Burian
|fi=Mikael Kokko
|hu=Péter Bozsó
|no=Trond Teigen
|pt_br=Marcelo Campos
|pl=Wojciech Majchrzak
|es_eu=Ricardo Escobar
|es_la=Irwin Daayán
|de=Dominik Auer
}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Bill or his services in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Bill|Supporter|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Base Set|Bill|91}}|type=Trainer|enset=Base Set|enrarity=Common|ennum=91/102|jpset=Expansion Pack|jprarity=Common|enset2=Base Set 2|enrarity2=Common|ennum2=118/130|jpsetlink3=Intro Pack Neo|jpset3=Chikorita Half Deck Totodile Half Deck|jpnum3=20 25|enset4=Legendary Collection|enrarity4=Common|ennum4=108/110}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Base Set|Bill|91}}|type=Trainer|type2=Supporter|jpset=P Promotional cards|jpnum=009/P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Base Set|Bill|91}}|type=Supporter|enset=HeartGold & SoulSilver|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=069/070|jpset=HeartGold Collection|jpnum=069/070|jpset2=Steelix Constructed Standard Deck|jpnum2=018/019|jpset3=Tyranitar Constructed Standard Deck|jpnum3=017/019|ensetlink4=HS Trainer Kit|enset4=Gyarados Half Deck|ennum4=5/30 18/30}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Neo Genesis|Bill's Teleporter|91}}|type=Trainer|enset=Neo Genesis|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=91/111|jpset=Gold, Silver, to a New World...|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Neo Genesis|Bill's Teleporter|91}}|type=Trainer|type2=Supporter|jpset=Pokémon Web|jprarity=Common|jpnum=015/048}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Neo Destiny|Mail from Bill|105}}|type=Trainer|enset=Neo Destiny|enrarity=Common|ennum=105/105|jpset=Darkness, and to Light...|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Expedition|Bill's Maintenance|137}}|type=Trainer|type2=Supporter|enset=Expedition Base Set|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=137/165|jpset=Base Expansion Pack|jprarity=Uncommon|jpnum=060/128|enset2=EX FireRed & LeafGreen|enrarity2=Uncommon|ennum2=87/112|jpset2=Flight of Legends|jprarity2=Uncommon|jpnum2=080/082|jpset3=Venusaur/Charizard/Blastoise Half Deck|jpsetlink3=Venusaur/Charizard/Blastoise Random Constructed Starter Decks|jpnum3=052/052|jpset4=Gift Box Emerald|jpsetlink4=Deoxys Half Deck|jpnum4=015/019|jpset5=Grass Quick Construction Pack Psychic Quick Construction Pack|jpsetlink5=Quick Construction Packs|jpnum5=010/015|jpsetlink6=Gift Box Mew • Lucario|jpset6=Crawdaunt Quarter Deck|jpnum6=009/015|enset7=EX Crystal Guardians|enrarity7=Uncommon|ennum7=71/100|jpset7=Ocean's Kyogre ex Constructed Starter Deck|jpnum7=015/016|jpset8=Earth's Groudon ex Constructed Starter Deck|jpnum8=015/016|enset9=POP Series 5|enrarity9=Uncommon|ennum9=6/17|enset10=Celestial Storm|enrarity10=Uncommon|ennum10=126/168
|enset11=Celestial Storm|enrarity11=Rare Ultra|ennum11=162/168|jpset10=Champion Road|jprarity10=C|jpnum10=064/066|jpset11=Champion Road|jprarity11=SR|jpnum11=076/066}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Vending|Bill's PC|S3}}|type=Pass Card|jpsetlink=Vending Machine cards|jpset=Extended Sheet 3}}
{{cardlist/footer|Supporter}}

====TCG artwork====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg supporter color dark}}; background: #{{tcg supporter color}}"
|-
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg supporter color dark}}; background: #{{tcg supporter color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Bills Maintenance.png|150px]]
|- style="font-size: 80%"
| Artwork of Bill performing maintenance by {{colorlink|Ken Sugimori|000}}
|}

==In the manga==
Bill makes appearances in several manga, including [[How I Became a Pokémon Card]], [[Pokémon Adventures]], [[Pokémon Zensho]], and [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]].

===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
[[File:Bill EToP.png|thumb|200px|Bill in The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]
Bill appears in the third chapter of The Electric Tale of Pikachu, ''[[ET03|Clefairy Tale]]''. He works with [[Professor Oak]] researching a colony of {{p|Clefairy}} at [[Mt. Moon]]. He was the one to discover the colony of Clefairy and has befriended many of them. Together with Professor Oak and {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}}, he assists the Clefairy with an evolution ceremony.

In the same chapter, Bill also reveals parts of his past to Ash. In the beginning, Bill only became a Pokémon Trainer because he didn't like school and wanted to take a leave of absence, but as time went on, he discovered that he deeply cared for his Pokémon. He decided to become a Pokémon researcher after witnessing his {{p|Ivysaur}} evolving into {{p|Venusaur}}.

Bill reappears with {{an|Professor Oak}} in ''[[ET19|Side Story: Ash vs. Gary]]'' at a Pokémon research center.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Venusaur
|stage1=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Bill Venusaur EToP.png
|epnum=ET03
|epname=Clefairy Tale
|desc=When Bill was telling Ash his story about becoming a Pokémon Trainer, a flashback showed his {{p|Ivysaur}} evolving into a {{p|Venusaur}}. This motivated Bill into becoming a Pokémon researcher.

None of Venusaur's moves are known.}}

===In the How I Became a Pokémon Card manga===
[[File:Bill HIBAPC.png|thumb|150px|Bill in How I Became a Pokémon Card]]
In the [[PW01|first chapter]] of [[How I Became a Pokémon Card]], a younger Bill rescues a lost {{p|Dratini}} from an angry crowd and it lives with him for a couple of days, until its father, an angry {{p|Dragonite}}, begins to go on a rampage. Dratini returns home, promising to always be friends with Bill.

====Pokémon====
=====Befriended=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Dratini
|gender=male
|type1=tcg colorless
|img=Bill Dratini HIBAPC.png
|epnum=PW01
|epname=The Day Dratini Grew Up
|desc=Bill rescued this {{p|Dratini}} when he was young. This Dratini stayed with him until a {{p|Dragonite}} who was Dratini's father goes berserk. Dratini returns home promising to be with Bill again someday.

Dratini's only known move is {{m|Wrap}}{{tt|*|mentioned on a Pokémon card only}}.}}

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Bill (Adventures)}}
Bill appears as a supporting character in Pokémon Adventures.

===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
[[File:Bill Golden Boys.png|thumb|right|120px|Bill in Golden Boys]]
In [[Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys]], Bill appears in the chapter ''[[GB11|Gold and Black VS. Team Rocket]]''. He tells {{GnB|Gold}} and [[Whitney]] all the folklore of [[Ecruteak City]], including the legends of {{p|Ho-Oh}}, the [[legendary beasts]], and the story of the [[Bell Tower]] and the [[Brass Tower]]. Later, when Bill, Gold, and the Gym Leaders are held hostage by {{GnB|Grey}} and the other Rockets, he loans his {{p|Espeon}} and {{p|Umbreon}} to Gold and {{GnB|Black}}.

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Bill's Pokémon in the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga.

{{TrainerPoké
|width=80
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Espeon
|type1=Psychic
|img=Bill Espeon Golden Boys.png
|epnum=GB11
|epname=Gold and Black VS Team Rocket
|desc={{p|Espeon}} was one of the Pokémon that was immune to the radio waves caused by Team Rocket. It was given to Gold for the time being in order to stop Team Rocket.

Espeon's only known move is {{m|Quick Attack}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|width=80
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Umbreon
|type1=Dark
|img=Bill Umbreon Golden Boys.png
|epnum=GB11
|epname=Gold and Black VS Team Rocket
|desc=When Team Rocket were controlling Pokémon using the radio waves, Bill had an {{p|Umbreon}} that was immune to the effect. In order for Black to defeat Team Rocket, he was given Umbreon temporarily.

None of Umbreon's moves are known.}}

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{cleanup|section}}[[File:Bill PM.png|thumb|140px|Bill in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
Bill and his wife were transformed into a leopard and {{p|Mew}} respectively from an unsuccessful experiment, which his wife noted, when they combined themselves with a cat when they wanted to combine a human and an animal together. After doing so, Bill's wife went out to search for a Moon Stone in order to get changed back to humans. She managed to find the Moon Stone that {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} and {{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}} were searching for. They went after Mew and arrived in an abandoned water mill. Red and Green's entrance caused Bill to appear and introduce himself to them. He then explained that he was the one who created the unknown Pokémon in the house and is experimenting on creating the most powerful Pokémon. However, the Pokémon Bill created turned out to be just plush dolls instead of real Pokémon. Seeing {{TP|Red|Clefairy}}, Bill decided to use him for one of his experiments but was stopped by his wife before he was able to do so. His wife explained the story about their transformations to the group and why she took the Moon Stone from them. After the story, Green decided to try and catch her, thinking that she was a real Mew but was stopped from doing so by Bill.
[[File:Bill leopard form PM.png|thumb|125px|left|Bill as a leopard]]When Clefairy battled [[Green's Charizard]], Bill went to one of the machines to shrink Charizard but it ended up shrinking both Clefairy and Charizard since the former did not leave the machine on time. After Green gave up on catching Bill's wife in the form of Mew, the group watched as Bill and his wife used the Moon Stone and the machine that transformed them in the first place, to change back into humans. As soon as that happened, both Red and Green ran away after noticing Bill's hideous appearance in human form.
[[File:Bill 2 PM.png|thumb|130px|Bill's Johto appearance]]
Bill made a reappearance in ''[[PM025|Bring Down the Strongest Pokémon!!]]'' with his wife. {{OBP|Giovanni|Pocket Monsters}} kidnapped him and his wife in order to finish creating {{TP|Blue|Mewtwo}} since Giovanni only created the first half. Giovanni tied up his wife, as well as Green and his Charmander, thus blackmailing Bill into working on creating the Mewtwo. Clefairy tried to stop the creation of Mewtwo from getting finished but Giovanni's {{p|Meowth}} prevented him from getting closer. With Mewtwo completed, Bill's wife was released, and she and Bill went up to Mew to see if it was okay. When Clefairy battled Mewtwo, he threw it in the DNA switching machine and Clefairy went in the other one. Clefairy told Bill to give Mewtwo his DNA and Bill activates the DNA switching machine which transformed Clefairy into Mewtwo. Clefairy goes in the machine again but Bill could not do it since it did not have any power. {{OBP|Red's Pikachu|Pocket Monsters}} used his electricity to charge it up and Clefairy's DNA went to Giovanni's other Pokémon.

Bill made his third appearance in ''[[PM088|Find the Legendary Pokémon!!]]'' His appearance is closer to his game artwork in this chapter. A Kimono Girl takes Red and his Pokémon to him after they were playing around in the [[Burned Tower|Brass Tower]]. Bill shows them his [[Time Capsule]] machine and demonstrates it on a guy about to get hit by a car, Tyrogue runs to the car and gets hit instead. Bill then ponders about his past which made Clefairy interested and wants the group to try it out. They go in the time machine and he sends them back in time.

====Pokémon====
=====Temporary=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Mew
|gender=female
|type1=Psychic
|img=Bill Mew PM.png
|epnum=PM004
|epname=Obtain the Moon Stone!
|desc={{p|Mew}} was the wife of Bill. She was searching for a Moon Stone in order to change herself and Bill back to humans.}}

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
[[File:Bill Zensho.png|thumb|180px|Bill in Pokémon Zensho]]
Bill appeared in ''[[PZ04|Vermilion City]]''. He had gotten fused with his {{p|Nidoran♂}} by accident and was briefly {{pkmn2|caught}} by {{zensho|Satoshi}} while checking his mail. However, upon finding out what had happened, Satoshi helped separate Bill from his Pokémon. As a sign of gratitude, Bill let Satoshi add the {{p|Eevee}} [[Eeveelution|family]]'s data from his computer to his [[Pokédex]], as well as giving him a [[S.S. Ticket|ticket]] to the [[S.S. Anne]].

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=70
|trainer=Bill
|pkmn=Nidoran♂
|type1=Poison
|img=Bill Nidoran m Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ04
|epname=Vermilion City
|desc={{p|Nidoran♂}} is Bill's only known Pokémon, which he accidentally got fused with during a test with his machine. Upon seeing it, Satoshi caught Nidoran♂, but later helped Bill separate from it after finding out what had happened.

None of Nidoran♂'s moves are known.}}
{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Bill being mixed with a Pokémon during a teleportation experiment may be a reference to the movie ''{{wp|The Fly}}'', where a scientist experimenting with teleportation pods ends up combined with a fly.
* In [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen]], if a player declines to go to the [[Sevii Islands]] after defeating [[Blaine]], Bill will wait in [[Cinnabar Island]]'s Pokémon Center. During this period, he can be found both at his home on {{rt|25|Kanto}} and on Cinnabar Island at the same time.
* In Generation II and {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, a fan of Bill's named Brent will reveal trivia about Bill via the [[Pokégear]]. The information shared include the fact that Bill's younger sister can't wink, Bill's first Pokémon caught was {{p|Abra}}, his mother used to be a [[Kimono Girl]], Bill is lactose intolerant (also claimed by Celio in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}), he isn't very good at Pokémon battles, and that Bill is attracted to the Goldenrod Flower Shop owner's daughter.
* In the English dub of the anime, his {{wp|Kansai dialect}} is portrayed as a {{wp|Regional accents of English|British English accent}}, while in the Pokémon Adventures manga, this becomes a southern American accent.
* Bill's anime design [[Anime character recycling|was later recycled]] for an unnamed lookalike from ''[[EP274|Hoenn Alone!]]'' and a character of the day named [[Dominick]] from the [[Hoenn]] [[region]].
* The Pokémon Bill is mixed with is different in each canon: in Generation I he is mixed with an unknown Pokémon, in Generation III he is mixed with a {{p|Clefairy}}, in Generation VII he is mixed with a {{p|Nidorino}}, in the Pokémon Adventures manga he is mixed with a {{p|Rattata}}, in the Pokémon Zensho manga he is mixed with a {{p|Nidoran♂}}, and in the anime he is trapped in a {{p|Kabuto}} costume.
* According to a [[Pokémon Daisuki Club]] site describing the [[Pokémon world]], Bill studied at [[Celadon University]].
* Bill is one of only two Storage System developers to have appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}.
* In the [[Chuang Yi]] translation of [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] his Japanese name, ''Masaki'', is used.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color light}}|1={{Johto color light}}}}; border: 3px solid #{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0={{Kanto color}}|1={{Johto color}}}}"
|-
!Language
!Name
!Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Japanese
|ソネザキマサキ ''Masaki Sonezaki''
|From 正木 ''masaki'' ({{wp|Euonymus japonicus|Japanese spindle}}) and possibly みさき ''misaki'' (cape), referring to where he lives.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|English, German, Italian, Spanish
|Bill
|Possibly from {{wp|Bill Gates}}, former head of {{wp|Microsoft}} and developer of the {{wp|Microsoft Windows}} operating system for PCs.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|French
|Léo
|Possibly from {{wp|LEO (website)|Link Everything Online}}.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Korean
|이수재 ''Lee Sujae''
|From 수재 (秀才) ''sujae'', meaning a very talented person, referring to his Pokémon research expertise in many fields.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
|曾根崎正輝 / 曾根崎正辉 ''Cénggēnqí Zhènghuī''
|From the Japanese 曾根崎 ''Sonezaki'' and 正輝 ''Masaki''. 輝 (radiance) is also a possible reference to his lighthouse on the cape.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
|正輝 ''Jingfāi''
|From 正輝 ''Masaki''. 輝 (radiance) is also a possible reference to his lighthouse on the cape.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Thai
|มาซากิ ''Masaki''
|Transliteration of his Japanese name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Vietnamese
|Sonezaki Masaki
|Transliteration of his Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}
{{PCDevelopers|kanto}}
{{NPC|Kanto|kanto=yes}}
{{-}}
{{Electric Tale of Pikachu characters}}
{{-}}
{{Pocket Monsters Characters}}
{{Project CharacterDex notice}}

[[Category:Anime characters]]
[[Category:Manga characters]]
[[Category:Electric Tale of Pikachu characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Pocket Monsters characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Zensho characters]]
[[Category:Red, Blue and Yellow characters]]
[[Category:Gold, Silver and Crystal characters]]
[[Category:FireRed and LeafGreen characters]]
[[Category:HeartGold and SoulSilver characters]]
[[Category:Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! characters]]
[[Category:Characters named after real people]]

[[de:Bill]]
[[es:Bill]]
[[fr:Léo]]
[[it:Bill]]
[[ja:マサキ]]
[[zh:正辉]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2017-06-09T06:32:48Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name={{color|fff|Pokémon Omega Ruby}}
|name2={{color|fff|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
|jname={{color|fff|ポケットモンスターオメガルビー}}
|jname2={{color|fff|ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア}}
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[Game mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[Game mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category=RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series=[[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform=[[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible=Yes
|release_date_ja=November 21, 2014
|release_date_au=November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu=November 28, 2014
|release_date_na=November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr=November 21, 2014
|release_date_hk=November 21, 2014
|release_date_tw=November 21, 2014
|publisher=[[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer=[[Game Freak]]
|esrb=E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|oflc=PG
|grb=ALL
|gsrr=6+
|staff=no
|stafflink=Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}
{{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.

==Plot==
{{incomplete|section|Delta Episode plot summary}}
{{spoilers}}

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 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 May or Brendan (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 [[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 [[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 May or Brendan 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 Ball]]s. When leaving through Route 101, the player runs into May or Brendan 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 meet 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]].

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 meets May or Brendan 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 {{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.

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, May or Brendan explains how she or he caught pokemon 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 he/she 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 giving the Devon Goods to Captain Stern, the player leaves Slateport City and travels {{rt|110|Hoenn}}; after encountering and battling May or Brendan, 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 May or Brendan 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}}. Meanwhile, the player is told by May that Proffessor Cozmo has been kidnapped by the evil team at [[Meteor Falls]], located at the end of Route 114. Inside which the player along with May battles [[Tabitha]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Shelly]]{{sup/6|AS}}, along with a grunt. This time, they have stolen a valuable {{key|IV|Meteorite}} from [[Professor Cozmo]]. Suddenly the opposite-version's team appears, taunting the primary evil team, who retreats with the {{key|VI|Meteorite}} to [[Mt. Chimney]], and warns the player to not interfere with Team Aqua {{sup/6|OR}}/ 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.

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 May or Brendan who givenls 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}}.

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 [[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 defeating the admin, the player saves the institute and is given a Pokémon {{p|Castform}} as a reward. Shortly after leaving the Institute, the May appears and battles the player, giving away {{HM|02|Fly}} upon defeat.

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 May or Brendan again, who notices after the battle 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 [[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, having the admin from Southern Island attack the player before headinf to Slateport City. The old couple that watchs 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 the player to stop the wvil team. After fighting his 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.

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 finds Maxie{{sup/6|OR}}/Archie{{sup/6|AS}} taunting the opposite version's team leader, who then challanges 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.

After the bosses leave to try to stop the pokemon, 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]].

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 May, who explains that she saw on tv. The player receives the Magma Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} and is told that the Orb he/she possesses can 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. The team leaders reconcile, Steven gives the player the Eon Flute and May explains how she is impressed with the player.

After defeating [[Wallace]] at the [[Sootopolis Gym]], the player gets the {{Badge|Rain}}, and the gym leader mentions that Prof. Birch has something for him/her. 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.

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 the battle, Professor Birch and 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 May return home. After the credits, on {{rt|103|Hoenn}} challenges, 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|Delta Episode}}
Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the Delta Episode.

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 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 {{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====
=====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.
* [[Mirage spot]]s are added as an apparent evolution of the {{gdis|Mirage Island|III}} mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars.
** 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.
** 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 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====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 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.
*** Further, the admins now have extended personalities.
*** In addition, the opposite team, rather than acting as an ally, simply opposses Team Magma, even distrusting the player as to warn them not to interfere with Team Aqua.
** 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 stroyline, even teaming with the player against Team Magma at Meteor Falls, and seeing the player after Groudon 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 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.
** [[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.
** 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]] 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.
* 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]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} are Courtney and a {{tc|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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.
* 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 {{rt|103|Hoenn}} immediately following the credits.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* [[Wally]]'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|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 {{p|Sharpedo}}, Maxie's {{p|Camerupt}}, and Steven's {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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.
* {{p|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 [[List of Pokémon with form differences|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 rate]]s 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.
* {{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]].
** 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.
* 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}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| class="roundy" style="text-align:left; border: 3px solid #{{Alpha Sapphire color}}; background: #{{Omega Ruby color}}"
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Version
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| 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==
{{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==
{{main|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'' {{wp|YouTube}} Channel the same day, and on the English ''Pokémon'' YouTube Channel on November 20, 2014.
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|Pokemon|Omega Ruby|Alpha Sapphire}}
{{youtubevid|00DyEDmQ83s|Pokemon|Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby}}
{{youtubevid|2Ma2CBnBlXs|Pokemon|Omega Ruby|Alpha Sapphire}}
{{youtubevid|8FJEyj6ctTQ|Pokemon|Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby}}
{{youtubevid|HuaL_hMpPaM|Pokemon|Omega Ruby|Alpha Sapphire}}
{{youtubevid|4HlADiJFI5c|Pokemon|Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby}}
{{youtubevid|g_Sb-te1c6c|Pokemon|Omega Ruby|Alpha Sapphire}}

==Trivia==
* This is the first Pokémon game with full 360-degree movement. X and Y had an 8 direction grid and the games before that had a 4 direction grid.
* 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.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s in which:
** The games' names are not written as {{wp|Compound (linguistics)|compound words}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** 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.
** Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s|the original games}} can be transferred to the remakes.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** The game does not include any HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new player characters are introduced.
** 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.
** New held items and moves were introduced that were not in the generation's main pair of games.
** 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.
** 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 {{game|X and Y|s}} takes place around the same time as {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}.
* 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 of the [[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.
* This is the first game to feature Hoenn in Korean, as the original Ruby and Sapphire was never translated.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:精靈寶可夢終極紅寶石‧始源藍寶石]]

Diglett (Pokémon)

2017-02-05T20:16:36Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Ground}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/GO|species=Diglett}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Ground|prevnum=049|prev=Venomoth|nextnum=051|next=Dugtrio|roundleft=bl|roundright=br}}
|}
{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Diglett
|jname=ディグダ
|jtranslit=Diguda
|tmname=Digda
|forme=2
|form1=Diglett
|form2=Alolan Diglett
|image2=050Diglett-Alola.png
|ndex=050
|oldjdex=132
|jdex=134
|karea=Mountain
|kdex=001
|adex=071
|fbrow=061
|type1=Ground
|form2type1=Ground
|form2type2=Steel
|category=Mole
|height-ftin=0'08"
|height-m=0.2
|height-ftin2=0'08"
|height-m2=0.2
|weight-lbs=1.8
|weight-kg=0.8
|weight-lbs2=2.2
|weight-kg2=1.0
|abilitylayout=2+1
|abilitycold=2
|ability1=Sand Veil
|ability2=Arena Trap
|ability2-1=Sand Veil
|ability2-2=Tangling Hair
|abilityd=Sand Force
|egggroupn=1
|egggroup1=Field
|eggcycles=20
|evtotal=1
|evsp=1
|expyield=53
|oldexp=81
|lv100exp=1,000,000
|gendercode=127
|color=Brown
|catchrate=255
|body=05
|pokefordex=diglett
|generation=1
|friendship=70
}}
'''Diglett''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ディグダ''' ''Digda'') is a {{type|Ground}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation I]].

It [[Evolution|evolve]]s into {{p|Dugtrio}} starting at [[level]] 26.

In [[Alola]], Diglett has a [[regional variant]] that is {{2t|Ground|Steel}}. It evolves into Alolan Dugtrio starting at level 26.

==Biology==
Diglett is a tiny, brown Pokémon that seems to be perpetually buried within the earth, leaving only its head visible. Its small stature makes it both the lightest and shortest {{type|Ground}} Pokémon. It has beady black eyes and a large, round, pink nose. A Diglett in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]] mentions that it has feet, though their size and appearance are unknown. It spends much of its time underground, and has very thin skin. If Diglett is exposed to sunlight, its blood will heat up and cause it to grow weak.

Diglett digs regularly through the earth at a shallow depth, leaving perfectly tilled soil in its wake. Diglett lives in tunnels and {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Cave Pokémon|caves}} under the earth, where it feeds on tree roots. It also sometimes lives in burrows near forests, and has even [[PK04|been shown]] to live inside of trees. For a brief time, {{m|Fissure}} was its [[signature move]].

Due to volcanic activity of the Alola region, the Diglett there developed fine gold hairs on its head for protection. Diglett is able to move these hairs to communicate their feelings to others without having to stick their heads out of the ground.

==In the anime==
[[File:Diglett anime.png|thumb|Diglett in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
===Major appearances===
Diglett first appeared in ''[[EP031|Dig Those Diglett!]]''. They were causing trouble for a construction crew that was planning on building a dam. The foreman insisted that the Diglett were to be exterminated, but the Pokémon of the Trainers that happened to be in the area refused to fight them. The reason was that the Diglett and {{p|Dugtrio}} were helping to plant trees in the forest.

Diglett were also used by a man named {{OBP|Poncho|EP114}} in ''[[EP114|The Underground Round-Up]]''. He used them to dig tunnels underground of a town that was infested with {{p|Electrode}}. The tunnels sent the Electrode to an open field where they'd live in peace. Poncho also had a Diglett inside his hat.

Diglett were also featured in ''[[EP218|Plant It Now...Diglett Later]]'', helping villagers with crops and being the apparent target of some thieves.

Diglett appear in the ''[[SS020|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time & Darkness]]'' special as members of the [[Wigglytuff's Guild]]. They sound the alarm whenever intruders step into the Guild.

Three Diglett appeared in ''[[XY117|Making Friends and Influencing Villains!]]''.

===Minor appearances===
A Diglett briefly appeared in ''[[EP069|Lights, Camera, Quack-tion]]''.

Diglett also appeared in ''[[EP081|Pallet Party Panic]]'', at a party among other Pokémon.

A {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Pink Pokémon|pink}} Diglett appeared in ''[[EP088|In the Pink]]'', residing on the [[Pinkan Island]].

Multiple Diglett were seen at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]] in ''[[EP116|The Rivalry Revival]]''.

Diglett made an appearance in ''[[EP133|Tanks a Lot!]]''.

Several Diglett protected an [[Apricorn]] tree against Team Rocket in ''[[EP143|Going Apricorn!]]''.

Two Diglett were seen in the wild in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''.

Multiple Diglett also appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]'' and ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias]]'', ''[[DP110|Steeling Peace of Mind!]]'', ''[[PK24|Meloetta's Moonlight Serenade]]''

A Diglett appeared in a fantasy in ''[[AG023|Gone Corphishin']]''.

A Diglett also appeared in ''[[AG188|Pinch Healing!]]'' as one of the [[wild Pokémon]] in the forest.

A Diglett is owned by one of the students of Snowpoint Trainers' School in ''[[DP126|Classroom Training!]]''.

A group of Diglett appeared in ''[[DP145|A Rivalry to Gible On!]]''.

A Diglett appeared in ''[[BW142|The Dream Continues!]]''.

Two Diglett appeared in a flashback/fantasy in ''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]''.

A Diglett appeared in ''[[PK27|Pikachu and the Pokémon Music Squad]]''.

A Diglett appeared in ''[[XY108|A Watershed Moment!]]'' in a flashback.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP031|Diglett|Ash's Pokédex|Diglett. The movement of these {{t|Ground}} Pokémon can be easily detected by their tracks of upturned earth.}}
|}
{| width="100%" style="background:#{{colorschemedark|Kanto}}"
|-
| width="100%" style="text-align:right; background:#{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; {{roundybottom|10px}}" | ''' Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Orange}}
{{Animedexbody|EP114|Diglett|Ash's Pokédex|Diglett, the Mole Pokémon. Diglett love to create underground tunnels.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Orange}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Digler.png|thumb|Diglett in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the movie adaptations===
Diglett appeared in ''{{ma|Celebi: a Timeless Encounter}}''.

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
Diglett makes a cameo in the {{adv|Red, Green & Blue chapter}} in ''[[PS007|Raging Rhydon]]'' as a wild Pokémon in [[Mt. Moon]].

Red also owns a Diglett that he caught offscreen in ''[[PS018|A Tale of Ninetales]]''. He uses it against a wild [[Vee|Eevee]] in ''[[PS019|Blame It on Eevee]]'', but it was quickly defeated when Eevee evolved into {{p|Vaporeon}}.

A group of wild Diglett appeared in ''[[PS067|Can You Diglett?]]'' where they were seen crossing the tunnel {{OP|Bruno|Onix}} Onix made when he battled Red, some of them then evolved into Dugtrio.

A Diglett is seen as one of the Pokémon at Earl's Pokémon Academy in [[Violet City]] in ''[[PS117|Slugging It Out With Slugma]]''.

{{adv|Pearl}} owns a Diglett called Digler that was caught to fill his team with six Pokémon. He first appeared in ''[[PS403| Cleaning Up Grimer]]''.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
A Diglett participated in a baseball match in ''[[PM021|Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Baseball Tournament!]]''.

A Diglett is seen with {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} during the curry cooking competition that went on in ''[[PM027|Curry Showdown! Which is the Most Delicious?]]''.

Giovanni was shown to have seven Diglett. He sent them out to prevent anyone from winning the contest he hosted on TV.

Many Diglett have made minor appearances during Red's travels.

===In the Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire manga===
{{OBP|Ruby|Ruby-Sapphire}} has a Diglett at his house as seen in ''[[PMRS03|Something Happened!! Let's Go After Pikachu!!]]''.

===In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga===
Shū has a Diglett in the [[Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All]] manga.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Diglett (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Pinball}}: Numerous Diglett appear in a bonus stage accessible from the Red Table, where the aim is to knock all the Diglett out. Once achieved a {{p|Dugtrio}} appears which must then be knocked out. More Diglett appear on the Red Table itself and earn the player points upon being hit.
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]]: The third story mission of the game is to rescue a Diglett from [[Mt. Steel]]. Afterwards, Diglett can be found near [[Pelipper Post Office]]. Diglett's hero is its father, {{p|Dugtrio}}, who it thinks can do anything.
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Diglett is one of the members of [[Wigglytuff's Guild|Wigglytuff Guild]]. His primary role is sentry duty, to examine visitors' footprints and say what Pokémon they are. Like in the first game, Diglett also has a father who it thinks can swim in the sea.

===Pokédex entries===
====Diglett====
{{Dex/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=Lives about {{tt|one yard|1 meter}} underground where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears above ground.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=It prefers dark places. It spends most of its time underground, though it may pop up in caves.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Its head pokes up approximately {{tt|eight inches|20 centimeters}} out of the ground. However, its real size remains a mystery to this day.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=Its skin is very thin. If it is exposed to light, its blood heats up, causing it to grow weak.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=If a Diglett digs through a field, it leaves the soil perfectly tilled and ideal for planting crops.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=It digs underground and chews on tree roots, sticking its head out only when the sun isn't bright.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Its skin is very thin. If it is exposed to light, its blood heats up, causing it to grow weak.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Diglett are raised in most farms. The reason is simple - wherever this Pokémon burrows, the soil is left perfectly tilled for planting crops. This soil is made ideal for growing delicious vegetables.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=Diglett are raised in most farms. The reason is simple — wherever they burrow, the soil is left perfectly tilled for growing delicious crops.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=It burrows through the ground at a shallow depth. It leaves raised earth in its wake, making it easy to spot.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=Lives about {{tt|one yard|1 meter}} underground where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears aboveground.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=A Pokémon that lives underground. Because of its dark habitat, it is repelled by bright sunlight.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=Its skin is very thin. If it is exposed to light, its blood heats up, causing it to grow weak.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=If a Diglett digs through a field, it leaves the soil perfectly tilled and ideal for planting crops.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=A Pokémon that lives underground. Because of its dark habitat, it is repelled by bright sunlight.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=A Pokémon that lives underground. Because of its dark habitat, it is repelled by bright sunlight.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=Lives about one yard underground where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears aboveground.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=Its skin is very thin. If it is exposed to light, its blood heats up, causing it to grow weak.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Diglett are raised in most farms. The reason is simple—wherever this Pokémon burrows, the soil is left perfectly tilled for planting crops. This soil is made ideal for growing delicious vegetables.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=It chews on plant roots underground. Farmers whose vegetables are vulnerable find it can be quite a pest.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Many farmers cherish and nurture Diglett because its droppings enrich the soil it lives in.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

====Alolan Diglett====
{{Dex/Header|type=Ground|type2=Steel}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=Its head sports an altered form of whiskers made of metal. When in communication with its comrades, its whiskers wobble to and fro.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Its golden hairs function as sensors. It pokes them out of its burrow to monitor its surroundings.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Blue|ex=(Japan)|t=FFF|link=Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Yellow|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Gold|v2=Silver|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Crystal|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Emerald}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=FireRed|v2=LeafGreen|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Colosseum}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=XD|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|area={{rt|228|Sinnoh}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Platinum|area={{rt|228|Sinnoh}}}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=HeartGold|v2=SoulSilver|area=[[Diglett's Cave]], {{rt|48|Johto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color={{Locationcolor/light|mountain}}|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Mountain}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Black|v2=White|area=[[Poké Transfer]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|area=[[Poké Transfer]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Dream World|color={{dream color}}|area={{dwa|Icy Cave}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=X|v2=Y|t=FFF|area=[[Pokémon breeding|Breed]] {{p|Dugtrio}}}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=fff|t2=fff|area=[[Fiery Path]] ({{DL|DexNav|hidden Pokémon}}{{tt|*|After capturing or defeating Groudon/Kyogre}})}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sun|v2=Moon|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|5|Alola}}, {{rtn|7|Alola}}, [[Diglett's Tunnel]], [[Lush Jungle]], [[Seaward Cave]], [[Ten Carat Hill]], [[Verdant Cavern]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Snap|color={{electric color}}|area=[[Pokémon Island Tunnel|Tunnel]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Pinball|color={{red color}}|area=[[Rock Tunnel|Rock Mountain]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Channel|color={{water color}}|area=[[Springleaf Field|Back Yard]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area={{PM|3|Phobos Drill}}, Endless Level 30, Trozei Battle, [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Southern Cavern]] (1F-7F), [[Joyous Tower]] (4F-6F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Ranger|link=Pokémon Ranger (game)|area=[[Krokka Tunnel]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Shimmer Desert]] (1F-9F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Shimmer Desert]] (1F-9F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Rumble|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Rocky Cave]] (Normal Mode B)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=PokéPark Wii|link=PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure|color={{grass color}}|area=[[Cavern Zone]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Cave: [[Misty Edgewater]], [[Everspring Valley]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=PokéPark 2|link=PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond|color={{grass color}}|area=[[Crag Area]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Variety Battle#It's Drill Time!|Variety Battle: It's Drill Time!]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{defense color}}|area=[[Safari Jungle#Tuesday Stage 1|Safari Jungle: Stage 1]]{{dotw|Tu}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Fairy Land#Heat-Wave Desert|Fairy Land: Heat-Wave Desert]] (All Areas), [[Legend Terrain#Sky Crest Range|Legend Terrain: Sky Crest Range]] (All Areas)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

===Held items===
====Diglett====
{{HeldItems
|type=Ground
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berry (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|dppt1=Soft Sand|dppt1type=Type-enhancing item|dppt1rar=5
|hgss1=Soft Sand|hgss1type=Type-enhancing item|hgss1rar=5
|oras1=Soft Sand|oras1type=Type-enhancing item|oras1rar=5
}}

====Alolan Diglett====
{{HeldItems
|type=Ground|type2=Steel
|sm1=Soft Sand|sm1type=Type-enhancing item|sm1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
=====Diglett=====
{{Stats
|type=Ground
|HP=10
|Attack=55
|Defense=25
|SpAtk=35
|SpDef=45
|Special=45
|Speed=95}}

=====Alolan Diglett=====
{{Stats
|type=Ground
|type2=Steel
|HP=10
|Attack=55
|Defense=30
|SpAtk=35
|SpDef=45
|Speed=90}}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Ground
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=1
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=1
|JumpMax=1}}

===Type effectiveness===
====Diglett====
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Ground
|Normal=100
|Fighting=100
|Flying=100
|Poison=50
|Ground=100
|Rock=50
|Bug=100
|Ghost=100
|Steel=100
|Fire=100
|Water=200
|Grass=200
|Electric=0
|Psychic=100
|Ice=200
|Dragon=100
|Dark=100
|Fairy=100
|notes=yes
|ground=yes
|newelectric=1}}

====Alolan Diglett====
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|Normal=50
|Fighting=200
|Flying=50
|Poison=0
|Ground=200
|Rock=25
|Bug=50
|Ghost=100
|Steel=50
|Fire=200
|Water=200
|Grass=100
|Electric=0
|Psychic=50
|Ice=100
|Dragon=50
|Dark=100
|Fairy=50
|notes=yes
|ground=yes
|newelectric=1
|steel=yes
|newpoison=½}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
=====Diglett=====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|1}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Sand Attack|Ground|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level7|4|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|7|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|10|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|14|Magnitude|Ground|Physical|—|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|18|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|22|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|25|Mud Bomb|Ground|Special|65|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|28|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|31|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|35|Slash|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|39|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|43|Fissure|Ground|Physical|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|1}}

=====Alolan Diglett=====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Diglett|Ground|Steel|7}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Sand Attack|Ground|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Metal Claw|Steel|Physical|50|95|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|4|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|7|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|10|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|14|Magnitude|Ground|Physical|—|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|18|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|22|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|25|Mud Bomb|Ground|Special|65|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|28|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|31|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|35|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|39|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|43|Fissure|Ground|Physical|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Diglett|Ground|Steel|7}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
=====Diglett=====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|1}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM37|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|1}}

=====Alolan Diglett=====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Diglett|Ground|Steel|7}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM01|Work Up|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM37|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM91|Flash Cannon|Steel|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Diglett|Ground|Steel|7}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
=====Diglett=====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|2}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|050|Diglett}}{{MSP|051|Dugtrio}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}}{{MSP|424|Ambipom}}{{MSP|203|Girafarig}}{{MSP|234|Stantler}} {{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|320|Wailmer}}{{MSP|321|Wailord}} {{MSP|352|Kecleon}}|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|614|Beartic}}|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|037A|Vulpix}}{{MSP|052|Meowth}}{{MSP|052A|Meowth}}{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|053A|Persian}} {{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|461|Weavile}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|217|Ursaring}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}} {{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}}{{MSP|275|Shiftry}}{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}{{MSP|431|Glameow}}{{MSP|432|Purugly}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}}{{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|765|Oranguru}}|Feint Attack|Dark|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}|Final Gambit|Fighting|Special|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}} {{MSP|667|Litleo}}{{MSP|668|Pyroar}}{{MSP|676|Furfrou}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|434|Stunky}}{{MSP|435|Skuntank}}|Memento|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|050|Diglett}}{{MSP|051|Dugtrio}}{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}} {{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}|Mud Bomb|Ground|Special|65|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|019A|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|020A|Raticate}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}} {{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|335|Zangoose}}{{MSP|359|Absol}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}} {{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|509|Purrloin}}{{MSP|510|Liepard}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}} {{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|734|Yungoos}}{{MSP|735|Gumshoos}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}} {{MSP|620|Mienshao}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|745Mn|Lycanroc}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Reversal|Fighting|Physical|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|052|Meowth}}{{MSP|052A|Meowth}}{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|053A|Persian}} {{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}}{{MSP|424|Ambipom}} {{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|461|Weavile}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}{{MSP|434|Stunky}}{{MSP|435|Skuntank}}|Screech|Normal|Status|—|85|40}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|2}}

=====Alolan Diglett=====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Diglett|Ground|Steel|7}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|614|Beartic}}|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|037A|Vulpix}}{{MSP|052|Meowth}}{{MSP|052A|Meowth}}{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|053A|Persian}} {{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|461|Weavile}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|217|Ursaring}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}} {{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}}{{MSP|275|Shiftry}}{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}{{MSP|431|Glameow}}{{MSP|432|Purugly}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}}{{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|765|Oranguru}}|Feint Attack|Dark|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}|Final Gambit|Fighting|Special|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}} {{MSP|667|Litleo}}{{MSP|668|Pyroar}}{{MSP|676|Furfrou}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|434|Stunky}}{{MSP|435|Skuntank}}|Memento|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|448|Lucario}}|Metal Sound|Steel|Status|—|85|40}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|019A|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|020A|Raticate}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}} {{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|335|Zangoose}}{{MSP|359|Absol}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}} {{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|509|Purrloin}}{{MSP|510|Liepard}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}} {{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|734|Yungoos}}{{MSP|735|Gumshoos}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}} {{MSP|620|Mienshao}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|745Mn|Lycanroc}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Reversal|Fighting|Physical|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|034|Nidoking}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}{{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|217|Ursaring}} {{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|551|Sandile}} {{MSP|552|Krokorok}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|614|Beartic}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}} {{MSP|725|Litten}}{{MSP|726|Torracat}}{{MSP|727|Incineroar}}{{MSP|734|Yungoos}}{{MSP|735|Gumshoos}}{{MSP|759|Stufful}} {{MSP|760|Bewear}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}{{MSP|775|Komala}}|Thrash|Normal|Physical|120|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Diglett|Ground|Steel|7}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor7null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Diglett|Ground|Ground|2|form=yes}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background:#{{tcg fighting color light}}; border:3px solid #{{tcg fighting color}}"
|-
! Move
! Card
|-
| style="background:#fff" | {{m|Peck}}
| style="background:#fff" | [[Diglett (Asobikata promo)]]
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Sand Tomb}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Diglett (EX Crystal Guardians 50)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Ground}}
{{Spindata/Pinball|col=3|type=Ground|ndex=050|acquisition=Catch}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Ground|ndex=050|rarity=Common}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=050
|body=1
|rate=10.9
|area=Boulder Cave
|P1=Please don't whack me on the head!
|P2=My health is down to half.
|P3=I can't keep going... Can I burrow out of this?
|PL=Oh, wow! I must have leveled up!
}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=050
|body=1
|rate=8.2
|IQ=A
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger|col=6|type=Ground
|group=Ground
|assist=Ground
|fieldpower=0
|field=None
|loop=2
|MinEXP=22
|MaxEXP=36
|browser=Diglett burrows about underground. It sometimes rests with its head poking out.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Rumble|col=3|type=Ground
|att=2
|def=1
|speed=3
}}
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=3|type=Ground
|att=2
|def=1
|speed=3
}}
|-
{{Spindata/PokéPark|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=050
|Pad=Diglett cunningly moved the Mine Cart Rail hidden inside the Berry Storage in the [[Cavern Zone]] and placed it under {{P|Snorlax}}.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/PokéPark2|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=050
|pad=He is shy and hides quickly, but he actually wants to become friends with everyone in PokéPark.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=050
|power=1
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=050
|egg=5
|evocandy=50
|stamina=20
|attack=109
|defense=88
|fast={{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|From August 20, 2016 onwards}}, {{m|Mud Shot}}{{tt|*|Prior to August 20, 2016}}, {{m|Scratch}}
|special={{m|Dig}}, {{m|Mud Bomb}}, {{m|Rock Tomb}}
}}
|}

===Evolution===
====Diglett====
{{Evobox-2
|type1=Ground
|pictype=art
|no1=050
|name1=Diglett
|type1-1=Ground
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 26}}
|no2=051
|name2=Dugtrio
|type1-2=Ground}}

====Alolan Diglett====
{{Evobox-2
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|pictype=sprite
|no1=050Diglett-Alola
|name1=Diglett
|type1-1=Ground
|type2-1=Steel
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 26}}
|no2=051Dugtrio-Alola
|name2=Dugtrio
|type1-2=Ground
|type2-2=Steel}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=050}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=050}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=050}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=050}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=050}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=050}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|050|Diglett}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Diglett feet reference PMD.png|frame|right|Diglett mentioning having feet in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]
* In the [[Pokémon Red and Green beta|Pokémon Red and Blue beta]], Diglett was originally to use its Japanese name, "Digda", as its English name. This name was retained in the German localization of the games.
* Diglett has the second lowest base HP of any Pokémon, after {{p|Shedinja}}.
** It also has the lowest base Defense of any {{type|Ground}} Pokémon.
* In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]], after the first [[Mt. Steel]] mission, Diglett mentions having feet. It is mentioned again as being one of the seven mysteries of Pokémon in a letter, alongside {{p|Arbok}}'s pattern changes and the inside of {{p|Forretress}}'s shell.
* Diglett and its {{p|Dugtrio|evolved form}} share their {{pkmn|category}} with {{p|Drilbur}}. They are all known as the Mole Pokémon.
* Diglett, despite being one of the smallest and lightest Pokémon, has the ability to breed with {{p|Wailord}}, the Pokémon with the greatest height. This is similar to {{Appendix|Fan terminology#HSOWA|HSOWA}}.
* In the [[Pokéathlon]] Hurdle Dash, Diglett and Dugtrio are seen to go underground rather than physically jump out of the ground.
* Since [[Generation V]], when Diglett and Dugtrio are sent out, they merely fade onto the screen instead of dropping down like all other Pokémon.
* In the [[Poké Transfer]], Diglett and Dugtrio run between bushes rather than jump.
* In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, if Diglett is the {{player}}'s [[Walking Pokémon|partner Pokémon]], and the player goes to the [[Pokémon Center]], Diglett jumps to its [[Poké Ball]] to be healed.
* In the anime, {{Gary}} has stated that Diglett is able to pull its head underground at the speed of light.
* Diglett is listed in {{Eng|Pokémon Stadium}} as having {{m|Acid}} as a valid move, despite not being able to learn the move.<ref>[https://tcrf.net/index.php?title=Pok%C3%A9mon_Stadium_(International)&oldid=337303#Unused_Event_Move Pokémon Stadium (International) - The Cutting Room Floor]</ref>
* If Diglett and Dugtrio were to use {{m|Supersonic Skystrike}}, they would soar through the skies while still embedded in a piece of ground.

===Origin===
Diglett appears to be very similar to the artificial moles used in {{wp|Whac-A-Mole}} arcade games, as referenced by its full health phrase in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]]. There is also some similarity to worms.

Alolan Digett's hair may be based on {{wp|Pele's hair}}, a thin {{wp|volcanic glass}} formed near Hawaiʻi volcanoes.
====Name origin====
Diglett may be a combination of ''dig'' and ''singlet''.

Digda refers to the word ''dig''.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Ground|type2=Ground
|ja=ディグダ ''Digda''|jameaning=From the word ''dig''
|fr=Taupiqueur|frmeaning=From ''{{tt|taupe|mole}}'' and ''{{tt|piqueur|foreman of a mine}}'', the name also sounds like the end of ''{{tt|marteau-piqueur|jackhammer}}''
|es=Diglett|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Digda|demeaning=Same as Japanese name
|it=Diglett|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=디그다 ''Digda''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_yue=地鼠 ''Deihsyú''|zh_yuemeaning=Literally "Ground rodent", but also refers to the mole
|zh_cmn=地鼠 ''Dìshǔ''|zh_cmnmeaning=Literally "Ground rodent", but also refers to the mole. Can also be a reference to {{tt|打地鼠 ''Dǎ Dìshǔ''|Whac-A-Mole}}
|hi=डिगलेट ''Diglett''|himeaning=Transcription of English name
|lt=Digletas|ltmeaning=From English name
|ru=Диглетт ''Diglett''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
}}
 

==Notes==
<references />

==External links==

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Ground}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Ground|prevnum=049|prev=Venomoth|nextnum=051|next=Dugtrio|round=yes}}
|}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

[[de:Digda]]
[[fr:Taupiqueur]]
[[it:Diglett]]
[[ja:ディグダ]]
[[pl:Diglett]]
[[zh:地鼠]]

Dugtrio (Pokémon)

2017-02-05T20:14:26Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Ground}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/GO|species=Dugtrio}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Ground|species=Dugtrio|prevnum=050|prev=Diglett|nextnum=052|next=Meowth|roundleft=bl|roundright=br}}
|}
{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Dugtrio
|jname=ダグトリオ
|jtranslit=Dagutorio
|tmname=Dugtrio
|forme=2
|form1=Dugtrio
|form2=Alolan Dugtrio
|image2=051Dugtrio-Alola.png
|ndex=051
|oldjdex=133
|jdex=135
|karea=Mountain
|kdex=002
|adex=072
|fbrow=062
|type1=Ground
|form2type1=Ground
|form2type2=Steel
|category=Mole
|height-ftin=2'04"
|height-m=0.7
|height-ftin2=2'04"
|height-m2=0.7
|weight-lbs=73.4
|weight-kg=33.3
|weight-lbs2=146.8
|weight-kg2=66.6
|abilitylayout=2+1
|abilitycold=2
|ability1=Sand Veil
|ability2=Arena Trap
|ability2-1=Sand Veil
|ability2-2=Tangling Hair
|abilityd=Sand Force
|egggroupn=1
|egggroup1=Field
|eggcycles=20
|evtotal=2
|evforms=2
|evsp=2
|evat2=2
|expyield=149
|oldexp=153
|lv100exp=1,000,000
|gendercode=127
|color=Brown
|catchrate=50
|body=11
|pokefordex=dugtrio
|generation=1
|friendship=70
}}
'''Dugtrio''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ダグトリオ''' ''Dugtrio'') is a {{type|Ground}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation I]].

It [[Evolution|evolve]]s from {{p|Diglett}} starting at [[level]] 26.

In [[Alola]], Dugtrio has a [[regional variant]] that is {{2t|Ground|Steel}}. It evolves from Alolan Diglett starting at level 26.

==Biology==
Dugtrio is a set of {{p|Diglett}} triplets sharing a single body. Each head has brown skin, black eyes, and a large, round, pink nose. Dugtrio's three heads think the same thoughts and act cooperatively. In order to make burrowing easier, each head will bob up and down to loosen the soil. Dugtrio can tunnel under the earth at 60 mph (100 km/h) to a depth of 60 miles (100 km), triggering tremors and earthquakes. It is capable of burrowing endlessly. For a brief time, {{m|Fissure}} was its [[signature move]].

Dugtrio lives in tunnels and {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Cave Pokémon|caves}} under the earth. As shown in the [[PK04|anime]], it sometimes lives in hollow trees in forests. It maintains the soil and plants trees to revitalize wooded areas.

The Alolan Dugtrio appears to look much like other Dugtrio apart from the golden hair each head sports. One head has a bob-cut, the second has curly "shoulder-length" and the last one has flowing hair that touches the ground behind it. This hair is made out of thin strands of steel and it grows slowly and continuously throughout the Dugtrio's life. The Alolan Dugtrio is regarded as a feminine deity of the earth and taking its hairs are thought to bring bad luck.

==In the anime==
[[File:Katie Dugtrio.png|thumb|200px|right|Dugtrio in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
===Major appearances===
Dugtrio first appeared in ''[[EP031|Dig Those Diglett!]]''. They worked with Diglett to plant trees in a forest.

In ''[[EP114|The Underground Round Up]]'', {{OBP|Poncho|EP114}} used multiple Diglett and a Dugtrio to rid a town of {{p|Electrode}}. Poncho only used his Dugtrio to get rid of {{TRT}}'s [[Team Rocket's mechas|Electrode Eliminator]].

Two Dugtrio were among the inhabitants of an oasis just for Pokémon in ''[[EP207|Got Miltank?]]''. They brought {{MTR}} and [[Ash's Quilava|Ash's Cyndaquil]] to the oasis after they got hurt and lost in the desert.

{{ho|Katie}} used a Dugtrio against {{Ash}} during the [[Hoenn]] League in ''[[AG128|Shocks and Bonds]]''. Katie's Dugtrio
defeated [[Ash's Pikachu]] and was defeated by [[Ash's Glalie]].

Dugtrio appeared in the ''[[SS020|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time & Darkness]]'' and ''[[SS021|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - Beyond Time & Darkness]]'' as sentries for the [[Wigglytuff's Guild|Wigglytuff Guild]], alongside Diglett.

Two Dugtrio appeared in ''[[XY117|Making Friends and Influencing Villains!]]''.

===Minor appearances===
Dugtrio appeared in a picture in ''[[EP055|Pokémon Paparazzi]]''.

Dugtrio also appeared in ''[[EP062|Clefairy Tales]]''.

A Dugtrio appeared in ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]'' where it participated in [[Pokémon Beauty Contest|a Pokémon breeding competition]].

[[Pietra]] used three Dugtrio for her digging project in ''[[EP204|Right on, Rhydon!]]''.

A Dugtrio was seen in the wild in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''.

A picture of a Dugtrio appeared in ''[[EP241|Hocus Pokémon]]''.

Multiple Dugtrio briefly appeared in ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

In ''[[DP091|One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!]]'', [[Conway]] used a Dugtrio in the first leg of the Pokémon Triathlon.

A group of Dugtrio appeared in ''[[DP145|A Rivalry to Gible On!]]''.

One also appeared in ''[[PK24|Meloetta's Moonlight Serenade]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP031|Dugtrio|Ash's Pokédex|Dugtrio, the evolved form of {{p|Diglett}}. No specific information available.}}
|}
{| width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemedark|Kanto}}"
|-
| width="100%" style="text-align:right; background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; {{roundybottom|10px}}" | ''' Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Orange}}
{{Animedexbody|EP114|Dugtrio|Ash's Pokédex|Dugtrio. Formed when three Diglett combine. This Pokémon is able to tunnel deep beneath the earth's surface.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Orange}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Underground Man Dugtrio Adventures.png|thumb|Dugtrio in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
In ''[[PS038|Long Live the Nidoqueen!?]]'', {{adv|Giovanni}} is seen to have a Dugtrio as a part of his {{type|Ground}} team. It was used to shatter the opening mechanisms on {{adv|Red}}'s [[Poké Ball]]s, preventing him from releasing his Pokémon.

When a group of wild Diglett appeared in ''[[PS067|Can You Diglett?]]'' where they were seen crossing the tunnel {{OP|Bruno|Onix}} Onix made when he battled Red, some of them then evolved into Dugtrio.

A Dugtrio was one of the Pokémon sent to help the fight in [[Ilex Forest]] in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]''.

The [[Underground Man]] owns three Dugtrio that help him dig underground, they first appeared in ''[[PS411|Double Trouble with Dialga and Palkia I]]''.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}}'s Dugtrio briefly in ''[[PM042|Red VS Green?!]]''.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Dugtrio (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]===
In the [[Pokémon Stadium 2 (stage)|Pokémon Stadium 2]] stage, a Dugtrio can be seen on the {{t|Ground}} Terrain situated next to a large rock. {{p|Cubone}} & Pokémon Fossils can also be seen on the Ground Terrain.

====Trophy information====
''"A Mole Pokémon. It has three heads that seem to all think the same thing. It lives in caves and is skilled at digging--no matter how hard the ground is, it can dig up to 62 miles below the surface. It's among the fastest of Ground-type Pokémon, a characteristic that can be counted on in combat. Its {{m|Sand Tomb}} is an effective attack that prevents opponents from escaping."''

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Pinball}}: Dugtrio appears in a bonus stage that can be accessed by the Red Table. After the player has knocked out a number of {{p|Diglett}}, they must knock out the Dugtrio that appears to win.
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}: Dugtrio sends the player to [[Mt. Steel]] to rescue his son in the third story mission of the game. Dugtrio loves to show off to his son, but often forgets that people can't see him underground.
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness}}: Dugtrio is one of the members of the [[Wigglytuff's Guild|Wigglytuff Guild]]. He updates the Outlaw Notice Board and Job Bulletin Board with rotating boards. Like in the previous game, Diglett is his son. He believes that he can swim in the sea, despite being a Ground type.

===Pokédex entries===
====Dugtrio====
{{Dex/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=A team of Diglett triplets. It triggers huge earthquakes by burrowing {{tt|60 miles|100 km}} underground.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=A team of triplets that can burrow over {{tt|60 MPH|100 km/h}}. Due to this, some people think it's an earthquake.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Diglett triplets that always travel together. Known to burrow more than {{tt|60 miles|100 km}} underground and trigger quakes.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=Its three heads bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=Extremely powerful, they can dig through even the hardest ground to a depth of over {{tt|60 miles|100km}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=These Diglett triplets dig over {{tt|60 miles|100km}} below sea level. No one knows what it's like underground.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Its three heads bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Dugtrio are actually triplets that emerged from one body. As a result, each triplet thinks exactly like the other two triplets. They work cooperatively to burrow endlessly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=Because the triplets originally split from one body, they think exactly alike. They work cooperatively to burrow endlessly through the ground.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=In battle, it digs through the ground and strikes the unsuspecting foe from an unexpected direction.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=A team of Diglett triplets. It triggers huge earthquakes by burrowing {{tt|60 miles|100km}} underground.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=Its three heads move alternately, driving it through tough soil to depths of over {{tt|60 miles|100km}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=Its three heads bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=Extremely powerful, they can dig through even the hardest ground to a depth of over {{tt|60 miles|100km}}.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=Its three heads move alternately, driving it through tough soil to depths of over {{tt|60 miles|100km}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=Its three heads move alternately, driving it through tough soil to depths of over {{tt|60 miles|100km}}.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=In battle, it digs through the ground and strikes the unsuspecting foe from an unexpected direction.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=Extremely powerful, they can dig through even the hardest ground to a depth of over {{tt|60 miles|100km}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Dugtrio are actually triplets that emerged from one body. As a result, each triplet thinks exactly like the other two triplets. They work cooperatively to burrow endlessly.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=This set of triplets moves cooperatively. It's the power of teamwork that enables this Pokémon to dig to a depth of {{tt|60 miles.|100 km}}}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Despite the closeness between this Pokémon and farmers and other people, no one has ever seen the parts of it concealed underground.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

====Alolan Dugtrio====
{{Dex/Header|type=Ground|type2=Steel}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=Its shining gold hair provides it with protection. It's reputed that keeping any of its fallen hairs will bring bad luck.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=These Pokémon are cherished in the Alola region, where they are thought to be feminine deities of the land incarnate.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=fff|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Blue|ex=(Japan)|t=fff|link=Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Yellow|area=[[Diglett's Cave]] [[In-game trade#Yellow|Trade]] {{p|Lickitung}} on {{rt|11|Kanto}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Gold|v2=Silver|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Crystal|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Emerald}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=FireRed|v2=LeafGreen|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Colosseum}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=XD|t=FFF|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|area=[[Citadark Isle]] {{color2|{{shadow color}}|Shadow Pokémon|(Shadow)}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|area={{rt|228|Sinnoh}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Platinum|area={{rt|228|Sinnoh}}}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=HeartGold|v2=SoulSilver|area=[[Diglett's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color={{locationcolor/light|mountain}}|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Mountain}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Black|v2=White|area=[[Poké Transfer]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|area=[[Poké Transfer]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=X|v2=Y|t=fff|area={{rt|13|Kalos}}, [[Friend Safari]] ([[Friend Safari#Ground-type Safari|Ground]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=fff|t2=fff|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Diglett}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sun|v2=Moon|area=[[Haina Desert]], [[Poni Coast]], [[Resolution Cave]], [[Vast Poni Canyon]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Snap|color={{electric color}}|area=[[Pokémon Island Tunnel|Tunnel]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Pinball|color={{red color}}|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Diglett}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Channel|color={{water color}}|area=[[Springleaf Field|Back Yard]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=Endless Level 8, Endless Level 23, Forever Level 57, [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Diglett}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Ranger|link=Pokémon Ranger (game)|area=[[Krokka Tunnel]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Shimmer Desert]] (1F-9F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Shimmer Desert]] (1F-9F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Rumble|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Rocky Cave]] (Normal Mode B & S)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=PokéPark Wii|link=PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure|color={{grass color}}|area=[[Cavern Zone]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Cave: [[Everspring Valley]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=PokéPark 2|link=PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond|color={{grass color}}|area=[[Arbor Area]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Variety Battle#It's Drill Time!|Variety Battle: It's Drill Time!]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{defense color}}|area=[[Safari Jungle#Tuesday Stage 1|Safari Jungle: Stage 1]]{{dotw|Tu}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Fairy Land#Heat-Wave Desert|Fairy Land: Heat-Wave Desert]] (All Areas), [[Legend Terrain#Sky Crest Range|Legend Terrain: Sky Crest Range]] (All Areas)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

===Held items===
====Dugtrio====
{{HeldItems
|type=Ground
|rby1=Gold Berry|rby1type=Berry (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|xd1=Soft Sand|xd1type=Type-enhancing item|xd1rar=100
|dppt1=Soft Sand|dppt1type=Type-enhancing item|dppt1rar=5
|hgss1=Soft Sand|hgss1type=Type-enhancing item|hgss1rar=5
|xy1=Soft Sand|xy1type=Type-enhancing item|xy1rar=5
}}

====Alolan Dugtrio====
{{HeldItems
|type=Ground|type2=Steel
|sm1=Soft Sand|sm1type=Type-enhancing item|sm1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
=====Generation I-VI=====
{{Stats
|type=Ground
|HP=35
|Attack=80
|Defense=50
|SpAtk=50
|SpDef=70
|Special=70
|Speed=120}}

=====Generation VII=====
{{Stats
|type=Ground
|HP=35
|Attack=100
|Defense=50
|SpAtk=50
|SpDef=70
|Speed=120}}

=====Alolan Dugtrio=====
{{BaseStats
|type=Ground
|type2=Steel
|HP=35
|Attack=100
|Defense=60
|SpAtk=50
|SpDef=70
|Speed=110}}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Ground
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=3
|PowerMax=4
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=1
|JumpMax=1}}

===Type effectiveness===
====Dugtrio====
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Ground
|Normal=100
|Fighting=100
|Flying=100
|Poison=50
|Ground=100
|Rock=50
|Bug=100
|Ghost=100
|Steel=100
|Fire=100
|Water=200
|Grass=200
|Electric=0
|Psychic=100
|Ice=200
|Dragon=100
|Dark=100
|Fairy=100
|notes=yes
|ground=yes
|newelectric=1}}

====Alolan Dugtrio====
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|Normal=50
|Fighting=200
|Flying=50
|Poison=0
|Ground=200
|Rock=25
|Bug=50
|Ghost=100
|Steel=50
|Fire=200
|Water=200
|Grass=100
|Electric=0
|Psychic=50
|Ice=100
|Dragon=50
|Dark=100
|Fairy=50
|notes=yes
|ground=yes
|newelectric=1
|steel=yes
|newpoison=½}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
=====Dugtrio=====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|1}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Sand Tomb|Ground|Physical|35|85|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Rototiller|Ground|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Night Slash|Dark|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Tri Attack|Normal|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Sand Attack|Ground|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Sand Tomb|Ground|Physical|35|85|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|4|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|7|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|10|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|14|Magnitude|Ground|Physical|—|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|18|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|22|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|25|Mud Bomb|Ground|Special|65|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|30|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|35|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|41|Slash|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|47|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|53|Fissure|Ground|Physical|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|1}}

=====Alolan Dugtrio=====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Steel|7}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Sand Tomb|Ground|Physical|35|85|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Rototiller|Ground|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Night Slash|Dark|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Tri Attack|Normal|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Sand Attack|Ground|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Metal Claw|Steel|Physical|50|95|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Sand Tomb|Ground|Physical|35|85|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|4|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|7|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|10|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|14|Magnitude|Ground|Physical|—|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|18|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|22|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|25|Mud Bomb|Ground|Special|65|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|30|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|35|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|41|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|47|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|53|Fissure|Ground|Physical|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Steel|7}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
=====Dugtrio=====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|1}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM34|Sludge Wave|Poison|Special|95|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM37|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM71|Stone Edge|Rock|Physical|100|80|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|1}}

=====Alolan Dugtrio=====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Steel|7}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM01|Work Up|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM34|Sludge Wave|Poison|Special|95|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM37|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM71|Stone Edge|Rock|Physical|100|80|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM91|Flash Cannon|Steel|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Steel|7}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
=====Dugtrio=====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|2}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|050|Diglett}}{{MSP|051|Dugtrio}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}}{{MSP|424|Ambipom}}{{MSP|203|Girafarig}}{{MSP|234|Stantler}} {{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|320|Wailmer}}{{MSP|321|Wailord}} {{MSP|352|Kecleon}}|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|614|Beartic}}|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|037A|Vulpix}}{{MSP|052|Meowth}}{{MSP|052A|Meowth}}{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|053A|Persian}} {{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|461|Weavile}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|217|Ursaring}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}} {{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}}{{MSP|275|Shiftry}}{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}{{MSP|431|Glameow}}{{MSP|432|Purugly}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}}{{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|765|Oranguru}}|Feint Attack|Dark|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}|Final Gambit|Fighting|Special|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}} {{MSP|667|Litleo}}{{MSP|668|Pyroar}}{{MSP|676|Furfrou}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|434|Stunky}}{{MSP|435|Skuntank}}|Memento|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|050|Diglett}}{{MSP|051|Dugtrio}}{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}} {{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}|Mud Bomb|Ground|Special|65|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|019A|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|020A|Raticate}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}} {{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|335|Zangoose}}{{MSP|359|Absol}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}} {{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|509|Purrloin}}{{MSP|510|Liepard}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}} {{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|734|Yungoos}}{{MSP|735|Gumshoos}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}} {{MSP|620|Mienshao}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|745Mn|Lycanroc}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Reversal|Fighting|Physical|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|023|Ekans}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|052|Meowth}}{{MSP|052A|Meowth}}{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|053A|Persian}} {{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}}{{MSP|424|Ambipom}} {{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|461|Weavile}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}{{MSP|434|Stunky}}{{MSP|435|Skuntank}}|Screech|Normal|Status|—|85|40}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|2}}

=====Alolan Dugtrio=====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Steel|7}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Beat Up|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|220|Swinub}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|231|Phanpy}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|427|Buneary}}{{MSP|428|Lopunny}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|614|Beartic}}|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|037A|Vulpix}}{{MSP|052|Meowth}}{{MSP|052A|Meowth}}{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|053A|Persian}} {{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|215|Sneasel}}{{MSP|461|Weavile}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|217|Ursaring}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}} {{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}}{{MSP|275|Shiftry}}{{MSP|287|Slakoth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|352|Kecleon}}{{MSP|431|Glameow}}{{MSP|432|Purugly}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}}{{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|585|Deerling}}{{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}{{MSP|765|Oranguru}}|Feint Attack|Dark|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}|Final Gambit|Fighting|Special|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}} {{MSP|667|Litleo}}{{MSP|668|Pyroar}}{{MSP|676|Furfrou}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|434|Stunky}}{{MSP|435|Skuntank}}|Memento|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|448|Lucario}}|Metal Sound|Steel|Status|—|85|40}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|019A|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|020A|Raticate}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}} {{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|197|Umbreon}}{{MSP|206|Dunsparce}}{{MSP|335|Zangoose}}{{MSP|359|Absol}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}} {{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|509|Purrloin}}{{MSP|510|Liepard}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|570|Zorua}} {{MSP|571|Zoroark}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|734|Yungoos}}{{MSP|735|Gumshoos}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}} {{MSP|620|Mienshao}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}{{MSP|745Mn|Lycanroc}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}|Reversal|Fighting|Physical|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|034|Nidoking}}{{MSP|056|Mankey}}{{MSP|057|Primeape}}{{MSP|128|Tauros}}{{MSP|216|Teddiursa}}{{MSP|217|Ursaring}} {{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}}{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|551|Sandile}} {{MSP|552|Krokorok}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|613|Cubchoo}}{{MSP|614|Beartic}}{{MSP|626|Bouffalant}} {{MSP|725|Litten}}{{MSP|726|Torracat}}{{MSP|727|Incineroar}}{{MSP|734|Yungoos}}{{MSP|735|Gumshoos}}{{MSP|759|Stufful}} {{MSP|760|Bewear}}{{MSP|766|Passimian}}{{MSP|775|Komala}}|Thrash|Normal|Physical|120|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Steel|7}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor7null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|2|form=yes}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|1}}
{{learnlist/prevo7null}}
{{learnlist/prevof/7|Dugtrio|Ground|Ground|1|form=yes}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg fighting color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg fighting color}}"
! Move
! Card
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|SonicBoom}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Dugtrio (EX FireRed & LeafGreen 22)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Ground}}
{{Spindata/Pinball|col=3|type=Ground|ndex=051|acquisition=Evolve|evolved=yes}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Ground|ndex=051|rarity=Rare}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=051
|body=1
|rate=Evolve
|area=Boulder Cave
|P1=We three are as one!
|P2=Our health has been reduced to half.
|P3=We are... No longer capable...
|PL=We have leveled up!
}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=051
|body=1
|rate=-4.5
|IQ=A
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger|col=6|type=Ground
|group=Ground
|assist=Ground
|field=None
|loop=9
|MinEXP=40
|MaxEXP=70
|browser=Dugtrio occasionally pops its heads out of the ground, but only very briefly.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Rumble|col=3|type=Ground
|att=3
|def=2
|speed=4
}}
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=3|type=Ground
|att=3
|def=2
|speed=4
}}
|-
{{Spindata/PokéPark|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=051
|Pad={{p|Mawile}} asked Dugtrio to hide the Mine Cart Rail in the [[Cavern Zone]]. They love to live quietly but sometimes they feel lonely.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/PokéPark2|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=051
|pad=Dugtrio may look weak, but he was pushy. The incident with {{p|Excadrill}} led him to rethink his actions and his surroundings.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=051
|power=2
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Ground|ndex=051
|hatch=N/A
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=70
|attack=167
|defense=147
|fast={{m|Sucker Punch}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|From August 20, 2016 onwards}}, {{m|Mud Shot}}{{tt|*|Prior to August 20, 2016}}
|special={{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Mud Bomb}}, {{m|Stone Edge}}
}}
|}

===Evolution===
====Dugtrio====
{{Evobox-2
|type1=Ground
|pictype=art
|no1=050
|name1=Diglett
|type1-1=Ground
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 26}}
|no2=051
|name2=Dugtrio
|type1-2=Ground}}

====Alolan Dugtrio====
{{Evobox-2
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|pictype=sprite
|no1=050Diglett-Alola
|name1=Diglett
|type1-1=Ground
|type2-1=Steel
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 26}}
|no2=051Dugtrio-Alola
|name2=Dugtrio
|type1-2=Ground
|type2-2=Steel}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Ground}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=051}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=051}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=051}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=051}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=051}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=051}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|051|Dugtrio}}

==Trivia==
* Dugtrio and its {{p|Diglett|pre-evolution}} share their {{pkmn|category}} name with {{p|Drilbur}}. They are all known as the Mole Pokémon.
* Dugtrio has the highest base {{stat|Speed}} stat of all {{type|Ground}} Pokémon.
* In the [[Pokéathlon]] Hurdle Dash, Dugtrio and Diglett are seen to go underground rather than physically jump out of the ground.
* In [[Generation V]], when Dugtrio and Diglett are sent out, they merely fade onto the screen instead of dropping down like all other Pokémon.
* In the [[Poké Transfer]], Dugtrio and Diglett run between bushes rather than jump.
* If Diglett and Dugtrio were to use {{m|Supersonic Skystrike}}, they would soar through the skies while still embedded in a piece of ground.

===Origin===
Dugtrio appears to be very similar to the artificial moles used in the {{wp|Whac-A-Mole}} arcade games.

Alolan Dugtrio's hair may be based on {{wp|Pele's hair}}, a thin {{wp|volcanic glass}} formed near Hawaiʻi volcanoes.
====Name origin====
Dugtrio is a combination of ''dug'' (past tense of ''dig'') and ''trio'' (a group of three).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Ground|type2=Ground
|ja=ダグトリオ ''Dugtrio''|jameaning=From ''dug'' and ''trio''
|fr=Triopikeur|frmeaning=From ''trio'' and ''{{tt|piqueur|foreman of a mine}}''
|es=Dugtrio|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Digdri|demeaning=From ''dig'' and ''{{tt|drei|three}}'' or ''Trio''
|it=Dugtrio|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=닥트리오 ''Daktrio''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_yue=三頭地鼠 ''Sāamtàuhdeihsyú''|zh_yuemeaning=Literally "Three-headed ground rodent" or "Three-headed moles"
|zh_cmn=三地鼠 ''Sāndìshǔ''|zh_cmnmeaning=Literally "Three ground rodent" or "Three moles". Can also be a reference to {{tt|打地鼠 ''Dǎ Dìshǔ''|Whac-A-Mole}}
|hi=डगत्रिओ ''Dugtrio''|himeaning=Transcription of English name
|lt=Dugtrijus|ltmeaning=From English name
|ru=Дагтрио ''Dagtrio''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
}}
{{left clear}}

==Notes==
<references />

==External links==

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Ground}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Ground|species=Dugtrio|prevnum=050|prev=Diglett|nextnum=052|next=Meowth|round=yes}}
|}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

[[Category:Shadow Pokémon in Pokémon XD]]
[[Category:Pokémon that are included in the Japan-only Pokémon Stadium]]

[[de:Digdri]]
[[fr:Triopikeur]]
[[it:Dugtrio]]
[[ja:ダグトリオ]]
[[pl:Dugtrio]]
[[zh:三地鼠]]

Cosmog (Pokémon)

2016-12-24T05:53:15Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Psychic}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Psychic|prevnum=788|prev=Tapu Fini|nextnum=790|next=Cosmoem}}
|}
{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Cosmog
|jname=コスモッグ
|jtranslit=Kosumoggu
|tmname=Cosmog
|ndex=789
|type1=Psychic
|category=Nebula
|height-ftin=0'08"
|height-m=0.2
|weight-lbs=0.2
|weight-kg=0.1
|adex=289
|abilityn=1
|abilitylayout=1
|ability1=Unaware
|egggroupn=1
|egggroup1=Undiscovered
|eggcycles=120
|evtotal=1
|evhp=1
|expyield=40
|lv100exp=1,250,000
|gendercode=255
|color=Blue
|catchrate=45
|body=01
|pokefordex=cosmog
|generation=7
|friendship=0
}}
'''Cosmog''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''コスモッグ''' ''Cosmog'') is a {{type|Psychic}} [[Legendary Pokémon]].

It [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Cosmoem}} starting at [[level]] 43, which evolves into either {{p|Solgaleo}} or {{p|Lunala}} starting at level 53 depending on the game it evolves in.

==Biology==
Cosmog is a small Pokémon with a gaseous body similar to a {{wp|nebula}}. It has two wisp-like extensions that serve as arms and an ellipse running down its body. Its front and back are black in color. It has yellow eyes and two blue cheeks. In behavior, Cosmog has an overly trusting nature and it immediately takes a liking to whoever shows it kindness, even when that person doesn't have the best intentions for it.

Cosmog has the ability to open [[Ultra Wormhole]]s, but only when under stress, and this process is very dangerous for Cosmog. Cosmog can be created by {{p|Solgaleo}} and {{p|Lunala}} at the [[Lake of the Moone]]/[[Lake of the Sunne]].



==In the TCG==
{{main|Cosmog (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Psychic}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=Its body is gaseous and frail. It slowly grows as it collects dust from the atmosphere.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=In ages past, it was called the child of the stars. It's said to be a Pokémon from another world, but no specific details are known.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Psychic}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Sun|area=[[Lake of the Sunne]] ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation VII#Cosmog|only one]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Moon|area=[[Lake of the Moone]] ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation VII#Cosmog|only one]])}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====

===Game locations===

===Held items===
===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{Stats
|type=Psychic
|HP=43
|Attack=29
|Defense=31
|SpAtk=29
|SpDef=31
|Speed=37}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Psychic
|Normal=100
|Fighting=50
|Flying=100
|Poison=100
|Ground=100
|Rock=100
|Bug=200
|Ghost=200
|Steel=100
|Fire=100
|Water=100
|Grass=100
|Electric=100
|Psychic=50
|Ice=100
|Dragon=100
|Dark=200
|Fairy=100}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Splash|Normal|Status|—|—|40||}}
{{learnlist/level7|23|Teleport|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}
{{learnlist/tm7null}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}
{{learnlist/breed7null}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}
{{learnlist/tutor7null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Cosmog|Psychic|Psychic|7}}


===Evolution===
{{Evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=789Cosmog
|name1=Cosmog
|type1-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=43
|sprite2=790Cosmoem
|name2=Cosmoem
|type1-2=Psychic
|evotype2=Level
|level2=53 in Pokémon Sun
|sprite3=791Solgaleo
|name3=Solgaleo
|type1-3=Psychic
|type2-3=Steel
|evotype2a=Level
|level2a=53 in Pokémon Moon
|sprite3a=792Lunala
|name3a=Lunala
|type1-3a=Psychic
|type2-3a=Ghost}}


==Trivia==
* Cosmog has the lowest base stat total of all Legendary Pokémon.
* Cosmog and its evolutionary relatives are the only Legendary Pokémon that are part of an [[List of Pokémon by evolution family|evolutionary family]].
* At 0.2 lbs (0.1 kg), Cosmog is tied with {{p|Gastly}}, {{p|Haunter}}, {{p|Flabébé}}, and {{p|Kartana}} as the [[List of Pokémon by weight|lightest Pokémon]].
* Cosmog has the smallest movepool of all Legendary Pokémon.
* Cosmog has a full set of attack animations in spite of not learning any moves that use them.

===Origin===
Cosmog is most likely based off a {{wp|nebula}}.

====Name origin====
Cosmog may be a combination of ''cosmos'' and ''smog''.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Psychic|type2=Psychic
|ja=コスモッグ ''Cosmog''|jameaning=From ''cosmos'' and ''smog''
|fr=Cosmog|frmeaning=Same as English name
|es=Cosmog|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Cosmog|demeaning=Same as English name
|it=Cosmog|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=코스모그 ''Koseumogeu''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_cmn=科斯莫古 ''Kēsīmògǔ''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_yue=科斯莫古 ''Fōsīmohkgú''|zh_yuemeaning=Mandarin-based transliteration of Japanese name
|ru=Космог ''Kosmog''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name}}
{{-}}

==Related articles==


==External links==
{{Legendary Pokémon}}
{{-}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Psychic}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Psychic|prevnum=788|prev=Tapu Fini|nextnum=790|next=Cosmoem}}
|}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

[[Category:Legendary Pokémon]]
[[Category:Alola legendary Pokémon]]

[[de:Cosmog]]
[[fr:Cosmog]]
[[it:Cosmog]]
[[ja:コスモッグ]]
[[pl:Cosmog]]
[[zh:科斯莫古]]

Pokémon Refresh

2016-12-15T06:49:23Z

KarjamP: /* When affected by Status Conditions */

[[File:Pokémon Refresh artwork.png|thumb|Pokémon Refresh artwork]]
'''Pokémon Refresh''' (Japanese: '''ポケリフレ''' ''Poké Refré'') is a feature introduced in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]] that allows the {{player}} to care for their {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in various ways. It is similar in many ways to [[Pokémon-Amie]], allowing the player to feed their Pokémon and pet it using the touch screen, but Pokémon Refresh also introduces the option for the player to clean their Pokémon up after a battle.

==Features==
===Refresh===
{{incomplete|section|Is it only possible for Pokémon with feathers or fur to need grooming after a battle?}}
The eponymous feature of Pokémon Refresh is the option for the player to care for their Pokémon after battle. There are five different ways to care for Pokémon: using medicine, a comb, a brush, a towel, or a dryer. Caring for a Pokémon increases its Affection.

During a battle with a wild Pokémon or Trainer, there are four ways the player's Pokémon can become dirty, each requiring a different tool to clean it up.
* Comb: cleanly grooms a Pokémon. A Pokémon may randomly need grooming after a battle after performing an offensive move, the chance of which may increase with longer battles. Specific moves such as {{m|Darkest Lariat}} that are used by the player's Pokémon always result in the Pokémon requiring combing after the battle.
* Brush: dusts off sand the Pokémon picks up from using or being hit by moves like {{m|Sand Attack}}, {{m|Bulldoze}}, and {{m|Rototiller}}. Pokémon that battle in a {{weather|sandstorm}} also can be brushed after battle.
* Towel: wipes away dirt the Pokémon picks up from using or being hit by certain moves, like {{m|Mud-Slap}}, {{m|Mud Sport}}, or {{m|Dig}}.
* Dryer: dries out a Pokémon that has been hit by moves like {{m|Water Gun}} or {{m|Icicle Spear}}. Also dries Pokémon after a battle in the [[rain]].
If a Pokémon is afflicted with any of these effects, at the end of the battle (when the victory tune begins playing), an icon will appear on the lower screen that will allow the player to open Pokémon Refresh to care for their Pokémon. If the player leaves without fully caring for any Pokémon, these effects do not remain if the player opens Refresh from the [[menu]] afterwards.

If a Pokémon has a [[status condition]], this option will also show up after a battle so the player can cure it with the medicine tool. Status conditions can also be cared for by opening Refresh from the menu at any time.

===Petting===
The player may pet their Pokémon by using the touch screen to rub it. All Pokémon that can be petted have places where they especially like being petted and places where they dislike it. Petting a Pokémon increases its Affection—shown by hearts that appear over its head—as well as its Enjoyment, but if its Enjoyment reaches its maximum, no Affection will be gained. Petting a Pokémon in a spot it dislikes also will not increase Affection. Initially, when a Pokémon has 0 Affection, however, all pettable spots on its body are treated as neutral spots.

Some Pokémon also have special effects on parts of their body, such as a slimy body or a sharp edge. Some of these are mainly aesthetic effects, while others may temporarily prevent the player from petting the Pokémon in reaction. Several Pokémon may have their entire bodies produce these effects, either preventing them from being petted in a favourable spot or petted altogether.

The player can also use the touch screen to high five certain Pokémon, such as the [[starter Pokémon]] and [[Eeveelution|Eevee and its evolutions]]. This is done by holding the stylus on a spot away from the Pokémon's body for approximately five seconds, as long as the Pokémon also has at least 5 points of Affection. Rapidly tapping the screen in succession may also hit the Pokémon, which causes an angry reaction but does not affect its stats.

===Feeding===
{{incomplete|section|Are there still Pokémon who cannot be fed, like ones such as Shedinja and most cocoon-based Pokémon couldn't be in the previous generation?}}
Pokémon can be fed '''[[Poké Bean]]s''' (Japanese: '''ポケマメ''' ''Poké Bean'') to increase their Affection, as well as their Fullness. Unlike Pokémon-Amie, Poké Beans cannot be obtained within the feature as [[Poké Puff]]s were, being obtainable from cafés alongside the first beverage the player orders daily as well as primarily through [[Poké Pelago]].

==Stats==
Pokémon Refresh uses the same three stats that Pokémon-Amie introduced: Affection, Fullness, and Enjoyment. The latter two stats limit how much the player can do to increase the Pokémon's Affection. High levels of Affection can grant Pokémon special benefits in battle.

These stats have point values ranging from 0 to 255, but Pokémon Refresh shows these values as abstracted levels. The table below summarizes the minimum number of points required for each level.
{| class="roundy" cellpadding=3 style="background: #{{cute color}}; border: 3px solid #{{cute color dark}}; margin:auto"
! style="background:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Level
! style="background:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Points
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 0 || 0
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 1 || 1
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 2 || 50
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 3 || 100
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 4 || 150
|-
| style="background:#FFF; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 5
| style="background:#FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" | 255
|}

There are ways a couple of these stats' values can be inferred. At high Fullness, a Pokémon will eat a Poké Bean more slowly than normal. At every new level of Affection except for the first, and at the midpoint of level 4 (200 points), the Pokémon will also act out a special animation with many sparkles and hearts.

===Affecting stats===
{{incomplete|section|Missing values; other values for eating a partial bean that's eaten in 2 or 5 bites}}
When petting the same Pokémon in Pokémon Refresh, the game will keep track of the number of times the player has pet the Pokémon and gradually increase the time required to successfully pet it. After three pettings, this also changes the effect of petting the Pokémon in a favored spot. This counter only resets by switching between petting a favored and a neutral spot, viewing the switch screen, or leaving Pokémon Refresh; it is also ignored entirely if petting the Pokémon in a disfavored spot.

The table below describes the actions that affect Pokémon Refresh stats.
{| class="roundy sortable" cellpadding=3 style="background: #{{cute color}}; border: 3px solid #{{cute color dark}}; margin:auto"
! data-sort-type="number" style="background-color:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{tt|Aff|Affection}}
! data-sort-type="number" style="background-color:#{{cute color light}}" | {{tt|Full|Fullness}}
! data-sort-type="number" style="background-color:#{{cute color light}}" | {{tt|Enj|Enjoyment}}
! class="unsortable" style="background:#{{cute color light}}" | Event
! class="unsortable" style="background:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Notes
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +4 || — || +40
| rowspan=2 | Pet Pokémon in a normal spot
| If Enjoyment is < 205
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +2 || — || +40
| If Enjoyment is ≥ 205
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +4 || — || +30
| rowspan=2 | Pet Pokémon in a favored spot
| If Enjoyment is < 220
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +2 || — || +30
| If Enjoyment is ≥ 220
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +4 || — || +40
| rowspan=2 | Pet Pokémon in a favored spot for at least the fourth time in a row
| If Enjoyment is < 205
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +2 || — || +30
| If Enjoyment is ≥ 205
|- style="background:#FFF"
| — || — || +20
| Pet Pokémon in a disfavored spot
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +3 || +102 || —
| Feed Pokémon a whole Plain Bean
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| ? || ? || ?
| Feed Pokémon a whole Patterned Bean
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +100 || ? || ?
| Feed Pokémon a whole Rainbow Bean
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| — || +34 || —
| Feed Pokémon 1 of 3 bites of a Plain Bean
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| — || +68 || —
| Feed Pokémon 2 of 3 bites of a Plain Bean
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| — || — || -2
| High-five Pokémon
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| — || -1 || -3
| Walk approximately 50 steps
| Applies to all Pokémon in party Walking in [[Festival Plaza]] is ignored
|- style="background:#FFF"
| — || — || -2
| Leave Pokémon Refresh
| Affects active Pokémon only
|- style="background:#FFF"
| — || -? || -?
| Send a Pokémon in to a battle
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| +4 || ? || ?
| Care for Pokémon after battle using any of the caring tools
|
|}

===Affection benefits===
{{incomplete|section|needs=quotes changed and if possible, stats.}}
The Affection benefits in Pokémon Refresh remain largely the same as [[Pokémon-Amie#Affection benefits|in Pokémon-Amie]], with minor changes such as to dialogue lines.
{| class="roundy" cellpadding="3" style="margin:auto; background:#{{cute color}}; border: 3px solid #{{cute color dark}}"
! style="background:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Affection
! style="background:#{{cute color light}}" | Send in / Standard waiting / Switch out dialogue
! style="background:#{{cute color light}}" | Alternate initial dialogues
! style="background:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Pokémon animation
|- style="background:#fff"
| 0 - 1
| rowspan=2 | Go! <Pokémon>! What will <Pokémon> do? <Pokémon>, switch out! Come back!
| None
| None
|- style="background:#fff"
| 2
| <Pokémon> can't wait to begin. <Pokémon> looks a bit excited. <Pokémon> seems a bit excited. <Pokémon> seems a little bit out of it... <Pokémon> seems a little uneasy...
| Shakes twice
|- style="background:#fff"
| 3
| rowspan=3 | Go on, <Pokémon>! I know you can do it! <Pokémon> is awaiting <Trainer>'s directions... Come on back, <Pokémon>! You did great out there!
| <Pokémon> is reassured by <Trainer>'s familiar scent... <Pokémon> is remembering the first time it met <Trainer>... <Pokémon> really wants some time to play with <Trainer>... <Pokémon> seems curious about what is going on around it. <Pokémon> seems to be interested in the other Pokémon's scent...
| Jumps twice
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 4-5
| style="background:#fff" | <Pokémon> and <Trainer> are breathing in perfect sync with one another! <Pokémon> is bursting with enthusiasm for the battle! <Pokémon> is looking at <Trainer> with trusting eyes! <Pokémon> seems curious about <Trainer>'s Bag... <Pokémon> trusts <Trainer> to come up with the best strategy! ''Against a Gym Leader, Elite Four member, or the Champion (always)'': <Pokémon> turned back toward <Trainer> and nodded in understanding!
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | Looks right Can pet after catching or defeating another Pokémon
|}

====When affected by Status Conditions====
{| class="roundy sortable" cellpadding=3 style="margin:auto; background: #{{cute color}}; border: 3px solid #{{cute color dark}}"
! style="background-color:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Affection
! style="background-color:#{{cute color light}}" | Event
! style="background:#{{cute color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" class="unsortable" | Dialogue
|- style="background:#fff"
| 3 || Surviving an attack with 1 HP || <Pokémon> toughed it out to show its best side to <Trainer>!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || Hitting a Pokémon with a super-effective move || That's it! I knew you could do it!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || When Pokémon is hit and remaining HP is critical || <Pokémon> is in a bit of a pinch. It looks like it might cry...
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || When an HP-restoring item is used on the Pokémon || <Pokémon> is thrilled to bits!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || When the Pokémon is asleep || <Pokémon> is fast asleep... Zzz... Zzz...
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || Avoiding an attack || <Pokémon> read <Trainer>'s mind and avoided the move!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || Recovering from burn || <Pokémon> blew on its burn and made it better so that <Trainer> wouldn't worry!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || Recovering from poison || <Pokémon> managed to expel the poison so that <Trainer> wouldn't worry!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || Recovering from sleep || <Pokémon> shook itself awake so that <Trainer> wouldn't worry!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || Recovering from freeze || <Pokémon> melted the ice with its fiery determination so that <Trainer> wouldn't worry!
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4 || Recovering from paralysis || <Pokémon> gathered all its energy to break through its paralysis so that <Trainer> wouldn't worry!
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 5
| style="background:#fff" | Landing a critical hit
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | <Pokémon> landed a critical hit, wishing to be praised!
|}

==In other languages==
{{Langtable|color={{cute color}}|bordercolor={{cute color dark}}
|zh_yue=寶可清爽樂 ''Poké Chīngsónglohk''
|zh_cmn=寶可清爽樂 / 宝可清爽乐 ''Poké Qīngshuǎnglè''
|fr=Poké Détente
|de=PokéPause
|it=Poké Relax
|ko=포켓리프레 ''Poké Refré''
|pl=Odświeżanie Pokémonów Poké Relaks
|ru=Поке-Передышка ''Poké-Peredyshka''
|es=Poké Relax
}}

''Poké Bean''
{{Langtable|color={{cute color}}|bordercolor={{cute color dark}}
|zh_yue=寶可豆 ''{{tt|Poké Dauh|Poké Bean}}''
|zh_cmn=寶可豆 / 宝可豆 ''{{tt|Poké Dòu|Poké Bean}}''
|fr=Poké Fève
|de=Pokébohne
|it=Pokégiolo
|ko=포켓콩 ''Poké Kong''
|pl=Poké Fasolka
|ru=Поке-Боб ''Poké-Bob''
|es=Pokéhaba
}}

==External links==
* [http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon-refresh/ Pokémon Refresh on the official site]
{{-}}
{{Menu}} 
{{Project Games notice}}

[[Category:Pokémon Sun and Moon]]
[[Category:Game mechanics]]

[[de:PokéPause]]
[[zh:寶可清爽樂]]

Ditto (Pokémon)

2016-09-13T08:29:36Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */ The Contest Spectacular plays the Pokémon's attack animations during certain cutscenes, allowing Ditto's to be seen when entered there.

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Normal}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/GO|species=Ditto}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Normal|prevnum=131|prev=Lapras|nextnum=133|next=Eevee|round=none}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Disambig|species=Ditto}}
|}
{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Ditto
|jname=メタモン
|tmname=Metamon
|ndex=132
|jdex=092
|u2dex=261
|karea=Mountain
|kdex=138
|obrow=291
|typebox=1
|type1=Normal
|category=Transform
|height-ftin=1'00"
|height-m=0.3
|weight-lbs=8.8
|weight-kg=4.0
|abilityn=d
|ability1=Limber
|abilityd=Imposter
|egggroupn=1
|egggroup1=Ditto
|eggcycles=21
|evtotal=1
|evhp=1
|expyield=101
|oldexp=61
|lv100exp=1,000,000
|gendercode=255
|color=Purple
|catchrate=35
|body=01
|pokefordex=ditto
|generation=1
|friendship=70
}}
'''Ditto''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''メタモン''' ''Metamon'') is a {{type|Normal}} Pokémon.

It is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon.

It can [[Pokémon breeding|breed]] with any Pokémon other than the Pokémon in the {{egg|Undiscovered}} group and itself, including {{egg|Gender unknown|some genderless Pokémon}}, to produce Eggs of the other's species.

==Biology==
[[File:Duplica Ditto Pikachu.png|200px|thumb|left|[[Duplica]]'s Ditto {{m|transform}}ed as a {{p|Pikachu}}]]
In its natural state, Ditto is a light purple or magenta free-form blob with vestigial facial features. It also appears to have two vestigial, handless 'arms' protruding from its body. It is capable of transforming into an exact replica of any physical object. However, if Ditto tries to transform into something based on memory, it may get some of the details wrong. [[EP037|The anime]] and [[Ditto (TCG)|the TCG]] have shown that occasionally a Ditto cannot change its face. Ditto will also be unable to remain in a transformed state if it starts laughing. Ditto cannot mimic the strength of another Pokémon, but it will adapt the form and abilities of its foe. When two Ditto meet in the wild, they will attempt to transform into each other. Ditto will also transform into a rock when sleeping to avoid attack. Ditto is never far from {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Urban Pokémon|civilization or people}}.

==In the anime==
[[File:Ditto Number 1.png|right|200px|thumb|Ditto in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
====[[Duplica's Ditto]]====
Ditto first appeared in ''[[EP037|Ditto's Mysterious Mansion]]''. [[Duplica]] and her {{TP|Duplica|Ditto}} used to perform for people, but the two had not had an audience since people saw that Ditto could not change its face. Ditto fixed that problem near the end of the episode, when it was captured by {{TRT}}.

====Other====
[[File:Ditto Number 2.png|thumb|230px|{{Shiny}} Ditto in the anime]]
In ''[[EP111|Hello Pummelo]]'', {{OBP|Drake|Orange League}} of the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]] owns a Ditto and uses it to fight [[Ash's Pikachu]]. After the battle with Drake's Ditto, Pikachu came out the victor. It reappeared in a flashback in [[EP112|the following episode]].

Duplica found another Ditto sometime before ''[[EP174|Imitation Confrontation]]'' that she named Mini-Dit. This second Ditto could transform into an exact mirror image of anything, but it could not change its size.

Ditto was also owned by a member of [[Team Magma]] named [[Brodie]], who debuted in ''[[AG083|Unfair Weather Friends]]''.

A Ditto appeared in [[PK15]].

Two Ditto appear in ''[[DP173|Dealing With A Fierce Double Ditto Drama!]]'', belonging to [[Narissa]]. One of them is normal and the other is {{shiny}}.

===Minor appearances===
There is a picture of Ditto on the "Coffee & Tea" sign at one of the last parts in the episode in ''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''.

A Ditto was part of an exhibition in ''[[EP122|Flower Power]]''.

A Ditto belonging to the Nursing School, appeared in a flashback in ''[[EP129|Ignorance is Blissey]]''.

A Ditto was used by one of the students of the [[Pokémon Trainer's School]] in ''[[AG015|Gonna Rule The School!]]''.

A Ditto appeared in the opening of ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]''.

A Ditto appeared in ''[[XY001|Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP037|Ditto|Ash's Pokédex|Ditto, a Transform Pokémon. It is able to rearrange the cells of its body and assume any form. Its only [[Move|attack]] is {{m|Transform}}.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Kanto}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP173|Ditto|Dawn's Pokédex|Ditto, the Transform Pokémon. Ditto has the ability to reconstruct its entire cellular structure into whatever it sees.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Sinnoh|Diamond & Pearl}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Duplica Ditto EToP.png|thumb|Ditto in the [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]]]
===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
[[Duplica]] and her Ditto are seen in [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. Finding Ditto appealing, [[Misty]] decides to capture one of her own, but the plan is called off when {{AP|Pikachu}} goes missing. Ditto also featured in a minicomic in which it transforms into [[Ash Ketchum (EToP)|Ash]], harasses Misty and thereby getting Ash into a lot of pain.

Ditto was the first Pokémon {{OBP|Drake|Orange League}} used against Ash in ''[[ET17|The Orange Crew Supreme Gym Leader]]''.

===In the Magical Pokémon Journey manga===
{{main|Master Ditto}}
In [[Magical Pokémon Journey]], there is a ninja master named Master Ditto who appears several times in the manga. His first appearance is in ''[[PPP13|The Wal Comes Tumbling Down]]''.

Additionally, a group of Ditto appear in the [[PPPB04|fourth bonus chapter]] of the manga. The Ditto use {{m|Transform}} to mimic {{MPJ|Pikachu}} and cause mischief.

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
[[File:Ditty.png|thumb|left|150px|Ditto in Pokémon Adventures]]
{{main|Ditty}}
In ''[[PS016|Tauros the Tyrant]]'', Ditto is one of the members on {{adv|Green}}'s team. As a master of transformation, Green uses Ditto extensively in her schemes, such as morphing over her face to disguise her appearance (like when she infiltrated the [[Silph Co.]] building disguised as [[Sabrina]]), camouflaging into its background for subterfuge, as well as forming a protective shield with Green's umbrella.

A Trainer in the [[Goldenrod Game Corner]] is seen with a Ditto in ''[[PS107|Gligar Glide]]''.

Ditto is seen later used by [[Team Rocket]], to lure {{adv|Crystal}} and [[Eusine]] away from {{p|Suicune}} and smother them when discovered. It was, however, defeated by Crystal's {{p|Hitmonchan}}, Monlee.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
Ditto is also featured in [[Pokémon Zensho]] under the ownership of {{Zensho|Satoshi}}.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}}'s Ditto debuted in ''[[PM002|The Big Battle In The Viridian Forest!!]]''.

{{OBP|Giovanni|Pocket Monsters}} was revealed to have a Ditto in ''[[PM018|Which One is the Real Clefairy!?]]''. It {{m|transform}}ed into a Clefairy in order for Giovanni to get revenge on Red.

{{OBP|Professor Oak|Pocket Monsters}} owns a Ditto in ''[[PMRS38|Annual Big Cleaning Operation]]''.

{{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} accidentally catches a Ditto with a Heavy Ball that was originally for the legendary beasts in [[PMHGSS04]].

===In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga===
Shū has a Ditto in the [[Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All]] manga.

===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
In [[Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys|The Golden Boys]], [[Whitney]] owns a Ditto.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Ditto (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
[[File:Ditto Melee.png|right|thumb|A screenshot of Ditto in Melee]]
Ditto was originally intended to be one of the Pokémon randomly released from a [[Poké Ball]]. It would have transformed into a copy of the user's character and aided them in battle. However, processing problems forced its removal before the game's release. Ditto can be still be unlocked through the debug menu (which is only accessible through the use of Action Replay), though it does not do anything other than give 7-8% damage to those who touch it.

As for its official status, Ditto only appears as a random trophy and as a cameo in the Tournament Mode menu. In Winner Out or Loser Out tournaments, holding down L and R and pressing A will give the player a random character and color. The usual character image will instead be taken by a picture of Ditto.

====Trophy information====
''Every Ditto has the ability to copy a Pokémon's entire cell structure in an instant and become its exact replica. They're terrible at remembering techniques, but when they use {{m|Transform}}, they temporarily learn all of their foe's moves. If a Ditto starts to laugh, it weakens and can't hold its transformation.''

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
[[File:132Ditto Ranger3.png|thumb|200px|Ditto in Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs]]
* {{g|Pinball}}: Ditto appears on the Red Table blocking the [[evolution]] cave, once the evolution arrows are lit, it moves out of the way, allowing the player to evolve one of the Pokémon they have captured.
* {{g|Trozei!}}: Ditto serves as a "wild card", meaning it can Trozei with any Pokémon and must be used to get rid of Jammer Balls. One will appear when a Trozei is made with more Pokémon than necessary and multiple appear at the beginning of a new round in Endless and Forever mode to clear out the remaining Pokémon.
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky}}: Ditto is the guardian of [[Limestone Cavern]] and its [[Time Gear]]. It plays a major role in the Special Episode [[Here Comes Team Charm!]].
* {{g|Ranger: Guardian Signs}}: A Ditto under the ownership of [[Kasa]] appears as a boss at the [[Sky Fortress]]. It will {{m|transform}} into {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}} to attack.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=normal}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=Capable of copying an enemy's genetic code to instantly transform itself into a duplicate of the enemy.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=When it spots an enemy, its body transforms into an almost perfect copy of its opponent.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Capable of reorganizing its cells to transform into an exact duplicate of its enemy. It is usually a shapeless blob.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=It can transform into anything. When it sleeps, it changes into a stone to avoid being attacked.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=Its transformation ability is perfect. However, if it is made to laugh, it can't maintain its disguise.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=When it encounters another Ditto, it will move faster than normal to duplicate that opponent exactly.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=It can transform into anything. When it sleeps, it changes into a stone to avoid being attacked.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Ditto rearranges its cell structure to transform itself into other shapes. However, if it tries to transform itself into something by relying on its memory, this Pokémon manages to get details wrong.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=A Ditto rearranges its cell structure to transform itself. However, if it tries to change based on its memory, it will get details wrong.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=It can freely recombine its own cellular structure to transform into other life-forms.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=Capable of copying an opponent's genetic code to instantly transform itself into a duplicate of the enemy.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=It has the ability to reconstitute its entire cellular structure to transform into whatever it sees.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=It can transform into anything. When it sleeps, it changes into a stone to avoid being attacked.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=Its transformation ability is perfect. However, if made to laugh, it can't maintain its disguise.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=It has the ability to reconstitute its entire cellular structure to transform into whatever it sees.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=It can reconstitute its entire cellular structure to change into what it sees, but it returns to normal when it relaxes.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=It has the ability to reconstitute its entire cellular structure to transform into whatever it sees.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=It can freely recombine its own cellular structure to transform into other life-forms.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=fff|t2=fff|entry=Ditto rearranges its cell structure to transform itself into other shapes. However, if it tries to transform itself into something by relying on its memory, this Pokémon manages to get details wrong.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=normal}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=fff|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|15|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|23|Kanto}}, [[Cerulean Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Blue|ex=(Japan)|t=fff|link=Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|15|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|23|Kanto}}, [[Rock Tunnel]], [[Cerulean Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Yellow|area={{ka|Pokémon Mansion}} and [[Cerulean Cave]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Gold|v2=Silver|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|34|Johto}} and {{rtn|35|Johto}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Crystal|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|34|Johto}} and {{rtn|35|Johto}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|area=[[Desert Underpass]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=FireRed|v2=LeafGreen|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|15|Kanto}}, {{ka|Pokémon Mansion}}, [[Cerulean Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Colosseum}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=XD|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|area={{rt|218|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Platinum|area=[[Trophy Garden]]{{tt|*|After obtaining the National Pokédex}}}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=HeartGold|v2=SoulSilver|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|34|Johto}}, {{rtn|35|Johto}}, and {{rtn|47|Johto}}, [[Cerulean Cave]], {{safari|Johto}} {{rt|47|Johto}} ([[Pokémon outbreak|Swarm]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color={{locationcolor/light|land}}|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Field}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=fff|area=[[Giant Chasm]] (Crater Forest)}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=fff|area=[[Giant Chasm]] (Crater Forest, [[Hidden Grotto]])}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=X|v2=Y|t=fff|area=[[Pokémon Village]], [[Friend Safari]] ([[Friend Safari#Normal-type Safari|Normal]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=fff|t2=fff|area=[[Mirage Caves|Mirage Cave]] (north of Route 132), [[Mirage Islands|Mirage Island]] (south of Route 132)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=normal}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Snap|color={{electric color}}|area=[[Pokémon Island Cave|Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Pinball|color={{red color}}|area=[[Indigo Plateau]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Channel|color={{water color}}|area=[[Springleaf Field|Bus Stop]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=Everywhere}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Frosty Forest]] (4F-9F), [[Fiery Field]] (10F, 20F), [[Buried Relic]] (16F-34F), [[Wish Cave]] (53F-64F), [[Joyous Tower]] (53F-64F), [[Oddity Cave]] (B1-B15)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Sky Stairway]] (1F-49F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Sky Stairway]] (1F-49F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Rumble|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Silent Forest]], [[Windy Prairie‎]], [[Rocky Cave]], [[Fiery Furnace]], [[Bright Beach]], [[Eternal Tower]] (All Normal Mode S)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Ranger: GS|color={{GS color}}|link=Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs|area=[[Sky Fortress]], [[Rand's House]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Cave: [[World Axle - B2F]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Variety Battle#I Dunno, Audino|Variety Battle: I Dunno, Audino]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{defense color}}|area=[[Sky-High Ruins#Stage 6|Sky-High Ruins: Stage 6]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Legend Terrain#Meteorite Parkland|Legend Terrain: Meteorite Parkland]] (All Areas)}}

{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 08|Area 08: Stage 01]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=normal
|rby1=Metal Powder|rby1type=Stat-enhancing item|rby1rar=100
||frlg1=Metal Powder|frlg1type=Stat-enhancing item|frlg1rar=5
|e1=Metal Powder|e1type=Stat-enhancing item|e1rar=5
|dppt1=Quick Powder|dppt1type=Stat-enhancing item|dppt1rar=50
|dppt2=Metal Powder|dppt2type=Stat-enhancing item|dppt2rar=5
|hgss1=Quick Powder|hgss1type=Stat-enhancing item|hgss1rar=50
|hgss2=Metal Powder|hgss2type=Stat-enhancing item|hgss2rar=5
|bw1=Quick Powder|bw1type=Stat-enhancing item|bw1rar=50
|bw2=Metal Powder|bw2type=Stat-enhancing item|bw2rar=5
|b2w21=Quick Powder|b2w21type=Stat-enhancing item|b2w21rar=50
|b2w22=Metal Powder|b2w22type=Stat-enhancing item|b2w22rar=5
|xy1=Quick Powder|xy1type=Stat-enhancing item|xy1rar=50
|xy2=Metal Powder|xy2type=Stat-enhancing item|xy2rar=5
|oras1=Quick Powder|oras1type=Stat-enhancing item|oras1rar=50
|oras2=Metal Powder|oras2type=Stat-enhancing item|oras2rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY
|HP= 48
|Attack= 48
|Defense=48
|SpAtk= 48
|SpDef= 48
|Special=48
|Speed= 48
|type=Normal }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Normal
|Speed=2
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=2
|PowerMax=5
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=2
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=5
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=normal
|Normal= 100
|Flying= 100
|Fighting=200
|Ground= 100
|Rock= 100
|Bug= 100
|Poison= 100
|Ghost= 0
|Steel= 100
|Fire= 100
|Water= 100
|Grass= 100
|Electric=100
|Psychic= 100
|Ice= 100
|Dragon= 100
|Dark= 100
|Fairy=100
|notes=yes
|normal=yes
|newghost=1}}
While Ditto is {{m|Transform|Transformed}} into other Pokémon, type effectiveness depends on the type(s) of the Pokémon transformed into.

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/level6|1|Transform|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||Clever|3|0}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|1|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tm6null}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/breed6null}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|2|xy=n}}
{{learnlist/tutor6null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Ditto|Normal|Normal|2}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg colorless color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg colorless color}}"
|-
! Move
! Card
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{m|Energy Ball}}
| [[Ditto (EX FireRed & LeafGreen 4)]]
|-
| style="background:#FFF; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Pound}}
| style="background:#FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Koga's Ditto (Gym Challenge 10)]] [[Ditto (GB 1)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Normal}}
{{Spindata/Pinball|col=3|type=Normal|ndex=132|acquisition=Catch}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Normal|ndex=132|rarity=Common}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Normal|ndex=132
|body=1
|rate=6.8
|area=Decrepit Lab
|P1=Who should I copy next?
|P2=I have only half my HP left...
|P3=I'm out of it... I don't have the power to {{m|transform}}...
|PL=Yes! My level's up!
}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Normal|ndex=132
|body=1
|rate=8.2
|IQ=A
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger GS|col=6|type=Normal
|group=Normal
|assist=Normal
|field=None
|past=NA
|browser=It transforms into {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, and {{p|Suicune}} to attack.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Rumble|col=3|type=Normal
|att=1
|def=2
|speed=3
}}
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=3|type=Normal
|att=1
|def=2
|speed=3
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=6|type=Normal|ndex=132
|power=1
|skill=Transform
|skilldesc=Can be substituted for any other Pokémon in a match.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Normal|ndex=132
|hatch=N/A
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=96
|attack=110
|defense=110
|fast={{m|Pound}}
|special={{m|Struggle}}
}}
|}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-1
|type1=Normal
|pictype=art
|no1=132
|name1=Ditto
|type1-1=Normal}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Normal}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=132}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=132}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=132}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=132}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=132}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=132}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|132|Ditto}}

====Other sprites====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color}}"
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}" | [[File:Spr 2c Ditto credits.png]]
|-
| Crystal credits' sprite
|}

==Trivia==
* Ditto is the only Pokémon to date with a [[catch rate]] of 35. However, prior to Generation V, if Ditto transforms into another Pokémon, its catch rate will become that of the new Pokémon.
* Ditto and {{p|Manaphy}} are the only Pokémon that are both able to breed yet unobtainable through breeding. Ditto, however, is the only one of the two that is not available at level 1 legally (legitimately the lowest level it is able to be is 10, in [[Generation II]] and its [[Generation IV]] [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|remakes]]).
* In [[Pokémon Snap]], Ditto takes the form of {{p|Bulbasaur}} in the [[Pokémon Island Cave|Cave stage]]. The player can cause them to return to their Ditto form by hitting them with an object. When the player takes their picture, Ditto has the same eyes when it is transformed as when it is not. This trait is shared by [[Duplica]]'s Ditto in the [[EP037|anime]], although it was understood that this was not natural. {{TCG|Ditto|Ditto cards}} from the {{TCG|EX Delta Species}} {{Trading Card Game}} expansion and the Clefairy Ditto that may appear in the [[Veilstone Game Corner]]'s slot machines also have this trait.
* Ditto is one of two Pokémon to have two different species-specific items associated with it, the other being {{p|Clamperl}}. Ditto's two associated items, the Metal Powder and Quick Powder, seem to be the same colors as Ditto's normal and {{Shiny}} forms, respectively.
* In [[Pokémon Rumble]], since {{m|Transform}} was not programmed into the game, Ditto can only know {{m|Struggle}}. Since PP does not exist in Rumble, this makes Ditto the only Pokémon in Rumble that can use Struggle. However, Transform does exist in [[Pokémon Rumble Blast]], so Ditto has a move.
* Ditto is the most common Pokémon in [[Pokémon Trozei!]], appearing in every area. This is due to its ability to transform, enabling the player a way to advance further if no links are available before Ditto appear.
* Ditto shares several aspects with {{p|Mew}}: the move {{m|Transform}}, the same {{Shiny}} blue and normal pink color, perfectly balanced base stats, and its weight of 8.8 lbs. (4.0 kg).
* Prior to [[Generation VI]], Ditto and {{p|Poliwag}} had the same [[cry]].
* Since Transform copies its target's stats (except HP), Ditto cannot utilize its Special Attack stat before Transforming, though it can use its Attack stat for {{m|Struggle}} and {{status|confusion}} damage.
* In [[Generation II]], a transformed Ditto keeps its original purple color palette (blue if Shiny).
* Since Ditto's only move, Transform, cannot copy moves in the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series and has only one PP, its only move after transforming is Struggle.
* In Generation VI, Ditto is only given one move animation (despite the two animations minimum most Pokémon have for contact and non-contact moves). However, because neither Transform nor Struggle use a Pokémon's move animations, the only way to legitimately see this in battle is if a Pokémon with {{a|Illusion}} uses moves while disguised as a Ditto, if you use a Ditto within the [[Pokémon Contest|Contest Spectacular]] within {{2v2|Omega Ruby|Alpha Sapphire}} or if the player taps Ditto on the status screen to view its move animations.

===Glitches===
====Index 000 post-capture====
In [[Generation I]], if the player manages to capture an [['M (00)]], it will still be in battle with the player, and the battle will not end. Catching 'M (00) again results in the second one becoming a Ditto of the same level.

====Ditto glitch====
{{main|Mew glitch#Ditto glitch|Mew glitch}}
The primary method of the Mew glitch involves having a wild Ditto transform into the player's Pokémon, as this copies the {{stat|Special}} stat, which is used to modify the species of Pokémon encountered.

====Transform assumption glitch====
In Generations {{gen|I}} and {{gen|II}}, any Pokémon that uses {{m|Transform}} is regarded as a Ditto in its new form; this means that if the player catches a {{p|Mew}} or a [[glitch Pokémon]] which has used the move Transform, or a Pokémon which has used Transform via {{m|Mirror Move}}, instead they will obtain a Ditto. Mew turning into Ditto was not an issue, because wild Mew could not have been legitimately encountered. This system was later changed in Generation III, where wild Mew could be legitimately encountered.

====Shiny Ditto glitch====
{{main|List of glitches in Generation II#Shiny Ditto DV manipulation}}
By trading any [[Shiny Pokémon]] to a Generation I game, having a wild Ditto transform into that Pokémon, then catching and trading the Ditto into a Generation II game, the Ditto will be Shiny.

====Transform-specific glitches====
{{main|Transform (move)#Glitches|Transform (move)}}

===Origin===
{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}
In the sixth issue of {{wp|Best Buy}}'s @Gamer magazine, Game Freak developers Junichi Masuda and Ken Sugimori revealed that Ditto was originally based on the iconic {{wp|smiley}} face. Its eyes and mouth are exactly like ":)", which is an emoticon representing the smiley.

Additionally, Ditto strongly resembles an ''{{wp|amoeba}}'', a single-celled organism with no definite shape. This may emphasize its ability to alter its cellular composition. This could also explain why Ditto is unavailable through breeding, since single-celled organisms reproduce differently from multi-cellular plants and animals. It also could partially be based on an {{wp|undifferentiated cell}}, a cell in the body that can change into any other cell by sampling it. It could also have been based on a {{wp|blob}}.

====Name origin====
Ditto is literally ''ditto'', a substitute for repeating what was previously written or said. It was also a common name for copies of master documents created by mimeograph machines, as well as English slang meaning "the same" (in agreement or to copy someone's order).

Metamon is a combination of ''{{wp|metamorph}}'' and ''monster''. Alternatively, ''Meta'' as a prefix means "to encompass all," which Ditto's {{m|Transform}} move does do to Pokémon.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=normal|type2=normal
|ja=メタモン ''Metamon''|jameaning=From ''{{wp|metamorph}}'' and ''monster''
|fr=Métamorph|frmeaning=From ''metamorph''
|es=Ditto|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Ditto|demeaning=Same as English name
|it=Ditto|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=메타몽 ''Metamong''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_yue=百變怪 ''Baakbingwaai''|zh_yuemeaning=Literally "Hundred transformation creature"
|zh_cmn=百變怪 / 百变怪 ''Bǎibiànguài''|zh_cmnmeaning=Literally "Hundred transformation creature"
|hi=दित्तो ''Ditto''|himeaning=Transcription of English name
|ru=Дитто ''Ditto''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
}}
{{left clear}}

==Related articles==
* [[Duplica's Ditto]]
* [[Ditty]]
* [[Master Ditto]]

==External links==
* {{wp|Ditto (Pokémon)|Article on Wikipedia}}

==Notes==
<references />

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Normal}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Normal|prevnum=131|prev=Lapras|nextnum=133|next=Eevee}}
|}
{{-}}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

[[Category:Pokémon that are included in the Japan-only Pokémon Stadium]]

[[de:Ditto]]
[[fr:Métamorph]]
[[it:Ditto]]
[[ja:メタモン]]
[[pl:Ditto]]
[[zh:百变怪]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2016-01-17T07:12:19Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */ Whoops.

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[Game mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[Game mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|oflc=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}
{{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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.
* 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. Instead of having the option of talking to them at the entrance of the [[Lilycove Department Store]], they now approach the player from the stairway near the Pokémon Center.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} in his lab upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| 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==
{{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. 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
Pokemon OR 3DS icon.png|Omega Ruby Home Menu icon{{tt|*|also used for the Miiverse community}}
Pokemon AS 3DS 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>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games's names are not written as {{wp|Compound (linguistics)|compound words}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** 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.
** Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s|the original games}} can be transferred to the remakes.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** The game does not include any HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from {{game| X and Y|s|the generation's main pair of games}} instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from the generation's main pair of games instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced that were not in the generation's main pair of games.
** Have a slightly different TM list 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}}.)
* 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 using fourteen characters including spaces.
* The combined and shortened name of these games ("ORAS") is Lithuanian for the word "weather", which is the main concept of [[Generation III]] games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石‧始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2016-01-17T07:07:39Z

KarjamP:

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[Game mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[Game mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|oflc=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}
{{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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.
* 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. Instead of having the option of talking to them at the entrance of the [[Lilycove Department Store]], they now approach the player from the stairway near the Pokémon Center.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} in his lab upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| 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==
{{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. 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
Pokemon OR 3DS icon.png|Omega Ruby Home Menu icon{{tt|*|also used for the Miiverse community}}
Pokemon AS 3DS 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>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games's names are not written as {{wp|Compound (linguistics)|compound words}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** 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.
** Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s|the original games}} can be transferred to the remakes.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** The game does not include any HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from {{game| X and Y|s|the generation's main pair of games}} instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from the generation's main pair of games instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced that were not in the generation's main pair of games.
** Have a slightly different TM list than the generation's main pair of games. (While HeartGold and SoulSilver did alter the HM list as to make {{m|Waterfall}} an HM again, its list of TMs was otherwise untouched from {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}.)
* 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 using fourteen characters including spaces.
* The combined and shortened name of these games ("ORAS") is Lithuanian for the word "weather", which is the main concept of [[Generation III]] games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石‧始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-09-09T18:05:40Z

KarjamP: /* Story */

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.
* Certain gym leaders and Elite Four members can be found outside their gyms interacting with the world after the player has beaten the game.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
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
Pokemon OR 3DS icon.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby icon from the 3DS home menu and Miiverse community
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games's names are not written as {{wp|Compound (linguistics)|compound words}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** 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.
** Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s|the original games}} can be transferred to the remakes.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** The game does not include any HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from the generation's main pair of games instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced that were not in the generation's main pair of games.
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-24T09:48:47Z

KarjamP: /* Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. */

==Interwiki==
Don't forget the interwikis! <nowiki>[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]] [[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]] [[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]</nowiki> Btw... why you are protect all pages, that are related in any form with the new remakes? Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany... [[User:Tobutz98|Tobutz98]] ([[User talk:Tobutz98|talk]]) 19:17, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
: Pages related to any breaking news are generally protected to prevent wild speculation or misinformation from being added. I'm not sure if there's a specific place or way to request edits to locked pages, sadly. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 19:36, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
::The place to request edits for locked pages is on their talk page, or the talk page of a staff member. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 19:55, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Add Template==
I think it would be wise that one of the Admins put "Template:Upcoming notice" or a different template I could not find on this page because it is new unless I am wrong and this is not necessary because of the page protection. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 21:30, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Edit suggestions==
* "<nowiki>are the secondary [[paired version]]s of [[Generation VI]]</nowiki>" implies that every subsequent generation has had "secondary paired versions" (a phrase that is being used to represent both remakes and sequels), which is incorrect. Why not just copy and customize the text from the intros of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}?
* "Both games were revealed {{tt|during|in}} a worldwide announcement by the official Pokémon {{tt|websites,|remove comma}} on May 7, 2014. The paired versions will be released worldwide {{tt|during|in}} November 2014."
* Change "<nowiki>[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire]]</nowiki>" to "<nowiki>{{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}</nowiki>" —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 05:29, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Hello, I have made some changes as you have requested. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Thanks, trom. However, it says that November 2014 is the release ''date'', but I think this should say ''release period''. Also, "PAccording to the press release which announced the games" should be "According to the press release that announced the games". Some users seem to think that ''which'' can replace ''that'' in this instance because I see it often, but this is folly. For instance, the phrasing "The book, which I read last night, was exciting" must use ''which'' and not ''that'', while "The book that I read last night was exciting" is the opposite (but may also omit ''that'' entirely). —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] (UTC) 09:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Folly indeed. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==Trailer Video==
Can an admin add this to the page??
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|pokemon|Hoenn}}
 --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 08:18, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Done, although I dislike that template so I chose not to use it. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Don't mind me, but may I ask why you don't like that template ?? --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:09, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

==Poké Transporter==
If these games use the Poké Transporter, like [[Pokémon X and Y|X and Y]], will it be worth noting that these are the first remakes to be compatible with the originals, if indirectly?
[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions]] → [[Pal Park]] → [[Generation IV]] → [[Poké Transfer]] → [[Generation V]] → [[Poké Transporter]] → [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] | [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 14:46, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:It is currently unknown if they will use the Poke Transporter.  --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:35, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::That wasn't my question. I said ''if'' they do, will this be worth noting? [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 15:27, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Even if they don't, they'll still be compatible with the originals via Poke Transporter to XY, then trade to ORAS. It's still speculative to say it yet, but as soon as either Poke Transporter or trade capability is revealed, I would think it'd be notable that they're the ''only'' ones (not just the first, since first is of debatable notability for some things). [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:20, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::It's certainly worth noting in my opinion, but i also think that the admins should approve it. And @Pumpkinking, they are ''currently'' the only ones,but ''if'' in the future a remake of DP is announced, we'll have to change the wording. --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:34, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
They are compatible with Poke Bank and there for Poke Transfer. Any way someone already edited that in. [[User:AbsolX|AbsolX]] ([[User talk:AbsolX|talk]]) 23:58, 15 December 2014 (UTC)

==Press Release Description==
The second paragraph "According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will to take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world." should be changed to reflect that this is not a new game as "spectacular new world" implies.
The official website also gives a far more accurate description of the game http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/
[[User:Luneth|Luneth]] ([[User talk:Luneth|talk]]) 15:31, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:So why don't we just delete the "new" in "a spectacular new world"? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 16:03, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Modifying any quote typically makes the quote unusable. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It isn't really a quote because the video never mentions "a spectacular new world". Only "an epic new adventure" and "a dramatic new world". [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 19:01, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::[http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Omega_Ruby,_Pok%C3%A9mon_Alpha_Sapphire_announced It's a quote from the official press release.] [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::::Can we at least put "an epic new adventure in a spectacular new world" in quotes? --[[User:KommanderAwesome|KommanderAwesome]] ([[User talk:KommanderAwesome|talk]]) 20:23, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::::Not the way in your comment since that would be combining two quotes together. The largest stretch I can see is, the games will take players on "an epic new adventure" to "a dramatic new world." Still, I believe the wording on the article is the best so far. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:57, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==New information from Serebii==

we should include this info from todays news: http://www.serebii.net/index2.shtml

"Following its reveal yesterday, there has been some question as to the actual content of Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, as to whether they're remakes or new versions due to the wording of the announcement. During the Investor Briefing today, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are full-remakes of the 2002 releases, Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. We'll bring more on these games as it comes
Edit @ 15:38: The Japanese arm of The Pokémon Company sent out an e-mail to all Daisuki Club members which ends up pointing out the differences to Groudon & Kyogre on the box-art, stating that they're showcasing "never before seen Pokémon", the same terminology they used for Black & White Kyurem, as well as Mega Mewtwo Y upon their reveal, indicating that they are more than stylised artwork of the Pokémon. We'll bring more on this as it comes"

[[User:Pearlgamez|Pearlgamez]] ([[User talk:Pearlgamez|talk]]) 20:07, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Serebii should not be used as a source. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:43, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::I personally received that email and did not see any indication this was true. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::I agree serebii should not be used as a source. Speculation about the differences to Groudon & Kyogre seems to indicate they may be mega-evolutions of the originals, but as no official information about mega-evolutions in the remakes has been announced it can't be used in this article. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 02:12, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
::::I also agree. Serebii should not be used as a source, or else Pidgeot would be blue and Magikarp would be a Psychic-type. [[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 12:03, 28 May 2014 (UTC)Espurr101

== Use of the word Remake ==

Should we really use the word "remake" quite yet?

I know from previous patterns, the naming of the games and all that points to remakes, but at this point in time they might just be sequels or new games entirely. They even mention a new world, and the guy who gives the idol mentions a new region, so this might not take place in Hoenn at all.

I'm really just playing devil's advocate here, but we should watch the wording on the article for now. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 06:59, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:You haven't followed the news, have you? They were [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/library/events/140508/index.html confirmed] to be remakes yesterday. You should do your "homework" more often before you're posting questions.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 07:17, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

::I've been following the news since it broke, but every tweet and article just repackaged/re-tweeted the same info. 99% of every article I found on the subject of the remakes just quoted the blurb from the trailer. That article you linked to was the first OFFICIAL piece of news I've seen that gave details on the remakes. You can't expect to do biology homework if all the school has are math books.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 11:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::On the second thought, I was too harsh for you. Unlike what I thought, the link to the official statement has ''not'' been posted to almost any fan or official site; everyone just believes what Serebii says. Sorry about that.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:37, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::Its ok, like Dawn always says, No Need To Worry. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 20:04, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

=='Oras' is the Lithuanian word for 'Weather'==
The name of the games is likely a play on the letters theme started with XY (ie. the Greek letters 'Α' and 'Ω'), and the Lithuanian word for weather, [https://translate.google.com/#en/lt/weather Oras] -- weather being one of the prominent elements of RSE. Sounds like a interesting fact to add to the Trivia section. --[[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash Pokemaster]] ([[User talk:Ash Pokemaster|talk]]) 13:07, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

:It could also be a reference to the phrase "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in the Book of Revelation. Usually the phrase refers to Christ or God and typically is taken as meaning "I am the Beginning and the End". Possibly a hint that the story could involve Pokemon gods in some way. Interesting to note that Arceus is the 'Alpha' Pokemon according to the Pokedex and is the closest thing to a Pokemon 'God' we've seen as it was supposedly the creator of the Pokemon world. Perhaps we might see the 'Omega' Pokemon, or in other words, the 'End' or destroyer. (Basically the Pokemon Satan) - [[User:PsychoP|PsychoP]] ([[User talk:PsychoP|talk]]) 18:01, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::We don't know what's going to happen in the games and this isn't the place for speculation. And no. That would require them making an actual new Pokemon, which won't happen in a remake. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 18:19, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:::We already have an alpha Pokemon, Arceus, and Giratina is based of the devil. Although, X and Y did kind of have the alpha and omega thing going, as Xerneas is the life Pokemon and Yveltal is the destruction Pokemon. Maybe Groudon and Kyogre will get alpha an omega forms. Idk, better wait for CoroCoro. {{unsigned|Espurr101}}

I think Bob Ross said it best, and what we have on our hands here is "a little happy mistake." It's just pure coincidence I am sure. Also Delta Emerald has been registered, and if they broke the mold and released that, it would be ORASDE which means nothing at all. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)

==No evident that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are in the Generation VI==
We should at least wait for the announcement of cross-game communication of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to be sure if they are indeed Generation VI. And according to this:
:"A generation, in terms of the Pokémon franchise, is a subset of the series that debuted or is set around the same time, focusing on the same region, and featuring the same Pokémon."
I don't think they are Generation VI at all if we go by this definition. We should probably change that. Besides, Generations may be separated by their methods of inter-game communications. I don't think, currently, there is anything we can say about battling or sending Pokemon from or to these games from or to X and Y.

Originally posted in [[Talk:Generation]] by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 06:55, 8 May 2014 (UTC).
Moved here by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:48, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:It's totally safe to assume that Hoenn remakes aren't introducing a new generation, especially when there are lots of unreleased Gen VI stuff and the XY anime series isn't even in the halfway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:19, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::It is safe, but an encyclopaedia is obligated to only display information that is evidental. I won't have a problem if we put up "probably" or "highly speculated" instead of "part of". -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:26, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It's obviously generation VI. That is a guaranteed fact. Sure, it hasn't been stated, but it doesn't need to be stated. Generation VI is the current generation. Each generation starts with a brand new game in a brand new region with brand new Pokémon. It won't start with a remake. It's only logical that this is a Generation VI game. Also, it's being released on the same generation console as other Gen VI games which further backs up this point. It's Gen VI and although it hasn't been stated, there is enough evidence to make that claim. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 12:36, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::That way, we will have to refine our definitions of a generation. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:52, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::: In my honest opinion (although everyones views are different as I can see on here lol) but until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should be considered Generation VI games until further notice, and also, a lot of clues and hints in Pokemon X and Y further hinted that Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire would be remade, so it makes sense (to me anyways), but also Generation VI is not completed yet (that we know of) as we have seen in all other generations that either a 3rd game (Yellow, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum) or in the case of Generation V (Black 2 and White 2) were released to complete a Generation. And just like Generation III we had Ruby & Sapphire release first followed by FireRed & LeafGreen then Emerald, then in Generation IV we had Diamond, Pearl, Platinum then followed by HeartGold & SoulSilver. So far it seems that Generation VI is following the pattern of Generation III (so far, that is). But mind you, thats just my opinion, but like I said at the start of my "rant" (lol) until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should still be considered Generation VI until further notice. Demers-Vachon 10:44, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::I agree. They never start a generation with remakes. They only start a generation with a new region full of new Pokémon. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire would more likely focus on the Generation III Pokémon than to introduce new ones. In FireRed and LeafGreen, you only met the original 150 Pokémon before getting the National Pokédex to catch Johto Pokémon and trade with Hoenn for the then-current Pokémon. FireRed LeafGreen didn't introduce any new Pokémon. They only brought back the classic Pokémon. HeartGold and SoulSilver did tweak the Johto Pokédex a bit to include five Gen IV evolutions that resulted from moves (although, I don't get why they didn't just put a move tutor in Kanto.) So HeartGold and SoulSilver didn't introduce any Pokémon. And X and Y had just came out last October. That was only 7 months ago, so if Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire started Generation VII, Gen 6 would be the shortest generation ever. The possibility of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire starting a new generation is slim. [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 11:16, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::::I agree that these should be considered Generation VI, at least until we discover otherwise. While it is possible that we may get a new generation, the odds are incredibly small. Additionally, Pokémon tends to keep all of its media together. Even if X and Y are the only video games in Generation VI, I find it unlikely that Nintendo would push for a Generation VII when Ash Ketchum still has to finish his journey through Kalos in the anime, the Pokémon Adventures X and Y chapter is just getting started, and not even all Generation VI Pokémon have been made available as TCG cards. Heck, we still have yet to see the release of Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa in the video games, so even the video games cannot be finished here. Finally, I must correct you on something, SeanWheeler. FireRed and LeafGreen did actually introduce a new Pokémon: Deoxys. There were no events for it prior to the release of FRLG and when the events occurred, it could only be obtained in FRLG, not in Ruby and Sapphire. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 22:37, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

Also, please remind me if "Generations" are the official creations or simply how it is defined in the fandom? I think we should judge if certain titles are in a certain generation according to an objective definition. I understand that it is highly probable to see it released as in the Generation VI. But this is not a confirmed fact or official announcement, but a derived theory. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 22:52, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:The term generation has been used by official sources, such as Pokemon.com and the boxes of DP. Several traits that typically signify a new generation are not present, like no new region and no new Pokémon. Frankly, I think this whole argument is pointless. It's obvious that it's going to be released within this generation and at this rate we'll only keep going around in circles. It's really not worth continuing. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:10, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:Sorry about that then. I thought Generations were something we created to group the titles. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 07:59, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::: I agree with what "Pokemaster" had said earlier, this topic is just going around in circles until the games are released in November. I do firmly believe that Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire is part of Generation VI. If those games were to begin Generation VII, then I highly doubt they would have had Ash in Kalos, or if they did, he would have gotten 6 to 7 gym badges by now (more in reference to the Japan episodes that has aired already not the English ones) and from what I have seen, he so far only has one gym badge obtained and caught 2 pokemon (Froakie & Fletchling). But thats just my thoughts about it. Demers-Vachon 08:56, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::::::It's possible they will add more pokemon, but only gen VI ones, I doubt they'll touch the original gens ones... However, that being said and all, they've just started using Mega evolutions, I doubt they will drop them, so we may see many new mega evolutions instead of new pokemon. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 01:55, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

It is going in circles and no conclusion can be drawn. This is precisely what I wanted to say: We don't have official confirmation on which Generation this is in. On the page, there is this row: part of Generation VI. It looks like some official words. No matter how logical the derivations are, they are just speculations. There is not any canonical material or announcement making this claim. I have not been questioning its correctness. I have been questioning its validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 03:14, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

::While there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VI, there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VII either. It could be either one. So the article should use whichever is more likely, which is Generation VI. You may think that we shouldn't make assumptions like that, but you have to remember that Nintendo never said that X and Y were a part of Generation VI. Or any of the other games were part of their respective Generations. So we will never have any official proof, because the very idea of generations is unofficial. (The boxes of Diamond/Pearl did say "A new generation", but that's just marketing crap. It could have just as easily said "a new adventure". And either way, "a new generation" doesn't necessarily mean Generation IV. For all we know, Nintendo classified every game before DP as a single generation, and every game since then is Generation II). This being the case, even when the games come out, it's likely that we won't know what generation to put. It's entirely fan-made. So, we do the logical thing of putting what most fans would classify this as. And in that regard, there's no reason why we can't put Generation VI now. Of course, when the games come out, if we see that there is enough separating it from X and Y, such as incompatibility, new Pokémon, a new region (technically the "Hoenn Confirmed!" meme is wrong - Hoenn has not been confirmed), etc., then fans may choose to reclassify it as Generation VII. If that's the case, we can edit the article at the time to reflect the shift in the fans's views. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 03:39, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

I was not questioning if there is any probability of it coming out as Generation VII. I was questioning, even if it is very probable to be Generation VI, the validity is that it is deduced or speculated, even based on many objective observations. But none of the quoted are as valid as an official release. If "Generation" is The Pokemon Company's official terms, we cannot say something is or is not without the company first says so. If, instead, "Generation" is what the fandom creates, "official" means the stance de facto in the fandom, hence, verifiable and objective criteria and definitions. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 05:30, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:We don't need them to flat out state they are part of Generation VI. They only use the word Generation when a new one starts, and it's always when a new region is introduced and new Pokémon (not new forms) are introduced. Suggesting that they are part of a completely different Generation is ridiculous. There is only one Generation at a time. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 06:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

Please, read again. I have not suggested they are part of a completely different Generation. I have not suggested any possibility. I only questioned the validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:41, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:Nothing is being changed, and this discussion is closed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:54, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

== Mega Evolutions ==

I know we can't state this to be a confirmed fact, but comparing Groudon and Kyogre here to their usual appearance seems to indicate they're in a different form. Perhaps it's a mega evolution? [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 00:25, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
:Talk pages are for the improvement of the article, not for idle discussion of the article's topic. Use [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/forum.php the forums] if you're interested in speculating about potential Mega Evolutions for the new games. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 01:06, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
::I was unsure as to whether that should be taken note of on this page, given its visibility on the box art, but seeign as it's unconfirmed I will take my leave to the forums. [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 04:47, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== English official site ==

This should be added as an official site in the infobox as it is on the other games: [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== PEGI rating ==

Shouldn't the PEGI rating be 7, as it shows in [http://youtu.be/7xPhlAas1ik this video]? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 15:25, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:Right underneath that it says Provisional, which means it could change. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 17:10, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
::I'm sorry, I'm from the Netherlands, so I didn't know what it meant, I thought it was just some kind of company name or something like that. [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 20:21, 26 May 2014 (UTC)

== Delta Emerald ==

So apparently Delta Emerald has been registered. Is this worth noting on the article? [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:42, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
:There's been countless trademarks like this before and they've not been mentioned (Such as Water Blue) so it doesn't seem necessary. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
::Even though Game Freak/Nintendo may or may not use the "Delta Emerald" trademark, I think it warrants some sort of mention (a single sentence would suffice, and there are [http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/05/29/pokemon-delta-emerald-trademark-surfaces other sources]/[http://mynintendonews.com/2014/05/29/nintendo-trademarks-pokemon-delta-emerald/ websites] covering it as well), primarily due to the term apparently being registered around the same time as "OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire" (and it is the only trademark that is a feasible parallel to the OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire names with the "Greek letter + precious gemstone" construct). I personally think ''WaterBlue'' merits a similar mention -- due to its same-time registration with ''FireRed/LeafGreen'' (and being the closest parallel to those terms with the "element + color" construct) and the matter that Game Freak actually addressed the "LeafGreen title retaining" issue at one point. [[User:Fenyx4|Fenyx4]] ([[User talk:Fenyx4|talk]]) 22:51, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
:::My only concern with this is was any Crystal remake title trade marked with HGSS? We know Gray was trade marked before B2W2[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:24, 1 June 2014 (UTC)

== Coro Coro leak ==

The Coro Coro leak is out with new information. Swampert and Sceptile has Mega Evolutions. Brendan and May are confirmed. Teams Aqua and Magma were shown. Steven apparently has a Mega Charizard X. When are we going to update this article? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 21:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:No content regarding the CoroCoro leaks are going to be added until it can be known they aren't fake. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 21:48, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::So how are leaks proven real? It may be easy to detect ridiculous leaks but what about leaks as convincing as this that everyone's talking about? Other fansites like Serebii believe it. But how do we know when a leak is real? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 22:47, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::When the issue is published, we will know it's real. That's fairly obvious. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 22:51, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Don't forget, Diancie is getting a mega too. --[[User:SuperPikaBros|Super]][[User talk:SuperPikaBros|Pika]][[Special:Contributions/SuperPikaBros|Bros]] 23:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, the first Mega Evolution of a Kalos Pokémon. When is the issue actually coming out? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 23:23, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::The 13th. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:27, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
If True, this also would make Diancie the only Pokémon so far to have a Mega form that isn't in Gens I-IV. Gen V still has no Megas as of yet.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 23:36, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:So what is a faster way to determine it's authenticity? I don't want to wait 6 days. I want the information here now! [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 00:05, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::Being impatient isn't going to make it come faster. You have to wait, that is life.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:07, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::Well, looks like the images have been posted on the Archives and my article was published on Bulbanews. It now looks as if Bulbagarden has accepted the leak as official. Question is, is Bulbapedia? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 14:41, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Well, it is CoroCoro so the information might be correct, but the impact of speculations has risen since the first trailer. Probably because of that. [[User:KidGuardian|KidGuardian]] ([[User talk:KidGuardian|talk]]) 14:46, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Is Bulbapedia simply stricter about speculation than the other parts of Bulbagarden? The archives provide our images and the notice at the top of this page points to the Bulbagarden Forums. Bulbanews headlines are on the main page. Bulbapedia is closer to Bulbagarden than to the NIWA and Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis. Yet, Bulbanews, the forums and the Archives have already decided that it's real. Although the forums are about speculation and accepted it first, maybe they don't count. But since the News published my article and the Archives restored Coro Coro images, I'm believing they are believing the scan. In fact the Archives temporarily deleted those scans until they can be proven real. However, they may have just restored them for my [[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|news article]]? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 02:35, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::As I just said in the Mega Evolution talk page, we aren't treating this as official just yet as the leaks were leaked earlier than usual. They usually leak on the 10th of every month--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::::But according to "Ataro" in a few post above, the release date for CoroCoro this month is on the 13th (not sure if its accurate or not). Usually CoroCoro comes out on the 15th or 16th isn't it, and the leaks gets out starting from around 10th of the month. But, if the release date is early then possibly even the leaks would be out earlier. Also, this wouldn't be the first time that CoroCoro leaks are out before 10th of a month.--[[User:LatS|LatS]] ([[User talk:LatS|talk]]) 11:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::::Happens a lot actually of magazines. Scanned manga's that come out every week are actually one week ahead while their official release is after one week in Japan. Probably they caught a early copy from the issue. '''''[[User:KidGuardian|Kid]][[User talk:KidGuardian|Guardian]]''''' 00:59, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/06/10/pokemon-omega-ruby-pokemon-alpha-sapphire-release-date-announced/ Official trailer for the games], the scans are definitely legit. The new Megas and character designs are featured. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 17:58, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

== E3 2014 Announcement ==

So a new trailer for ORAS was released yesterday as part of E3 2014. It showed a lot more content, confirmed the CoroCoro leak, and displayed several bits of gameplay, including apparent Mega Evolutions for Groudon & Kyogre, in which their markings glow prominently to match their boxart artwork. I feel that this information should be added to the article, since the trailer seen was official, and therefore verifiable information from a reliable source. Since I am not permitted to edit the ''OmegaRuby & AlphaSapphire'' article, I ask that someone with access to editing add this information in.
[[User:Bowserbros|Bowserbros]] ([[User talk:Bowserbros|talk]]) 18:36, 11 June 2014 (UTC)

== Pokemon.com Screenshots ==

So the official ORAS site up on Pokemon.com has a plethora of screenshots you lot can add to this article.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 01:19, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:Many of these screenshots have been uploaded to the Archives already, haven't been added to the article yet. I'll try to add some soon. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:29, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Release date for Australia ==

I really don't see any official source in which states it's release date for Australia. The Nintendo Australia website does not have the game listed anywhere, so we don't even know what the actual release date for Australia really is. EB Games isn't a reliable source when it comes to release dates, 'cause they often will get the release dates from sites like Wikipedia or even from here.

Until Nintendo Australia confirms it's release date, I really do think we should change the release date for Australia to '''November 2014'''.[[User:Platinum Lucario|Platinum Lucario]] ([[User talk:Platinum Lucario|talk]]) 18:41, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:The Australian version of [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-au/ the official site] clearly says "Coming November 21, 2014!"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:53, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Change in infobox ==

Should the info in the infobox be changed from:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Groudon"
to:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon"
and also in the case of Primal Kyogre? Thanks.
[[User:Dinodestroyer|Dinodestroyer]] ([[User talk:Dinodestroyer|talk]]) 19:07, 21 June 2014 (UTC)

== Add trivia section? ==

I have a few things to add now

-These are the second pairs of games to not have "version" at the end.

-These are the second remakes after the Game Corner controversy

-These are the first remakes after the Pokémon Center and Pokémart being merged

I could think of a few more, but these will do.

[[User:SuperShroom63|SuperShroom63]] ([[User talk:SuperShroom63|talk]]) 01:52, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
:The first two aren't notable. In the case of the last one, images seem to have shown that the Poké Mart and Pokémon Center are no longer merged, so imo, it doesn't seem too notable. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 01:57, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
::Oh, this is the first pair of remakes with [insert change made in [[Generation V]] or [[Generation VI]]]! Yeah, not too notable. Although, if there were anything that were notable, this will be the first pair of remakes with {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon and [[Mega Evolution]]s. [[User:Black Metal Warrior|Black Metal Warrior]] ([[User talk:Black Metal Warrior|talk]]) 22:53, 2 July 2014 (UTC)
:::FireRed and LeafGreen were the first pair of remakes to have Steel type Pokémon, but we don't note that. It should be obvious.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 23:40, 2 July 2014 (UTC)

== "To" to "for". ==

I noticed the article says "... Steven Stone, the Mach Bike, and the Acro Bike will return '''to''' the first time since...", when I presume that "for" is meant to be in there instead of "to." Would someone fix this for me, please? [[User:Uncle Edit|He's here! The one and only...Uncle Edit!]] ([[User talk:Uncle Edit|talk]]) 03:19, 9 August 2014 (UTC)
:Corrected. Thanks for pointing that out. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:26, 9 August 2014 (UTC)

== Not all Mega Evolutions are on this page that have been revealed ==
Mega Salamence, Mega Metagross, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lopunny all need to be mention after Mega Sableye.--[[User:Hydreigonfan1|Hydreigonfan1]] ([[User talk:Hydreigonfan1|talk]]) 11:13, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:Taken care of. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 12:43, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
::But they weren't revealed in July issue, only in August, it should be noted in the new paragraph, with the return of Horde Encounters, new Pikachu forms... [[User:Asmod96|Asmod96]] ([[User talk:Asmod96|talk]]) 15:00, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:::To chime in on this discussion without making another section, it has been a few days since Mega Sharpedo, Mega Gallade, and Mega Camerupt were revealed. Are the admins waiting for confirmation from, for example, Pokemon.com before this makes it into the article? If the CoroCoro leak from this month is enough confirmation, could somebody with access add this to the article? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 19:27, 15 September 2014 (UTC)

== More Mega Evolutions? ==

Yesterday, the official Pokémon website of Korea accidentally revealed two new mega evolution Pokémon; Mega Slowbro and Mega Audino. Many people like myself questioned if this was real or a scam. It's the official Pokémon site of Korea. More information will come as we get it.
{{unsigned|DJMander}}

== Another Mega Evo Tidbit ==

Sorry to add onto the trend of mentioning the new megas, but currently the paragraph states at least eight Mega Evolutions and then lists ten. I'd fix it myself but of course I can't so could someone just do that for me XD [[User:Azure42|Azure/ChromeVoid42]] ([[User talk:Azure42|talk]]) 18:24, 20 August 2014 (UTC)

== No Steven Stone since Emerald? ==

Um, didn't he appear in B2W2 as a Champion? [[User:Starscream|Starscream]] ([[User talk:Starscream|talk]]) 23:13, 28 August 2014 (UTC)

== Multilingual ==

Could someone add that Nintendo HK and Taiwan have both confirmed the games will (like X/Y) contain all languages on the one card? http://www.nintendo.tw/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm http://www.nintendo.com.hk/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm Nowhere seems to have picked up on this, probably because only Nintendo HK/TW bothered to clarify this (since only HK and TW are in a region of their own, without having a local translation). - [[User:BZD|BZD]] ([[User talk:BZD|talk]]) 03:43, 22 September 2014 (UTC)

==Ratings==
The ACB has put up their ratings: [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=iuCjUqkFCF6wGgGVuaGmQQ%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXehvRbWeAhT8S4Y6t4otMG1OPPQsqEgBN79aTC4EFKrSpt Omega Ruby] and [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=KgrINBSv5pEmVtrSEn54Rw%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXeho7s65RvpUipwXyeqAqiiWKxbU3ep%252fT2e2svoiXEbxY6 Alpha Sapphire]. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 01:30, 28 September 2014 (UTC)

== Noteworthy Trivia? ==

I know remake trivia is usually ignored, but I think it would be good to add that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the first remakes (Of course, not counting things like Emerald or Platinum) to not feature the original mascot? [[User:ArtistKyurem|ArtistKyurem]] ([[User talk:ArtistKyurem|talk]]) 02:59, 5 October 2014 (UTC)
:It's still Groudon and Kyogre, just in primal reversion. So no, it's not true nor notable (since there's only three pairs, which is too small of a group).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:09, 5 October 2014 (UTC)

== Demo version link ==

I think a link to the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]] should be ''somewhere'' on this page... Maybe just in a See also section at the bottom. Or possibly even as part of [[Template:Core series]]. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:20, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:I'm sure when proper information is begun to be added to the page, there will be a section for the demo. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 20:39, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
::Why not just unlock the page? [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 20:54, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:::I'd guess they will tomorrow so those of us who can edit can get to work? --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 21:17, 20 November 2014 (UTC)

== "Display" to "Cosplay" ==

It looks like in the Blurb section it says "Pikachu likes to display?!" but on the box it says "Pikachu likes to cosplay?!" I assume this is a typo? --[[User:ArceusVsMew|avm :^)]] ([[User talk:ArceusVsMew|talk]]) 19:16, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
:That was my autocorrect. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 19:26, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. --avm :^) 19:35, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

== Prof. Birch chase ==

The page should be edited to note that Prof. Birch is chased by a Shroomish when you get a Johto starter and not a Poochyena. [[User:Hellopio|Hellopio]] ([[User talk:Hellopio|talk]]) 23:16, 6 December 2014 (UTC)

:Also, choosing another starter is ''not'' through BEATING the Elite Four a second time, just through triggering them. I went to go beat them for the second time, and discovered i was woefully unprepared. I then went off on my merry way to go training up to try again, but I eventually ended up in my house in Littleroot again, and the instant I stepped outside the door, Professor Birch was in trouble again. [[User:Zeusfireair|Zeusfireair]] ([[User talk:Zeusfireair|talk]]) 14:20, 12 December 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Please split the "Changes from Ruby & Sapphire" with '''Aesthetic changes''', '''Location changes''' and '''Gameplay changes --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 00:17, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:Agreed. It's looking a tad overloaded at the moment. Probably a subsection for move changes (TM/HM,) unless that can also be considered a gameplay change. --[[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:35, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
::Looked it over, and I agree. It will need some serious organization. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 14:30, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:::You're mention the removal of femele Psychics and Triathltes? --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 20:28, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::Done... more or less, it still needs work, but at least the titles are there. I kept a few subsections under "gameplay changes", it would be a mess otherwise (the HeartGold & SoulSilver page comes to mind) .[[User:SaniOKh|SaniOKh]] ([[User talk:SaniOKh|talk]]) 23:14, 9 January 2015 (UTC)

== Access to the Team Magma/Aqua Hideout after beating Tate and Lisa. ==

Iirc, it's blocked off after getting the Gym Badge from Tate and Lisa in Ruby/Sapphire, but it's possible to get items from the hideout even after defeating them in ORAS, regardless of whether it's before beating the Elite Four + Champion, or during the Delta Episode. This is likely to be due to elements in the Delta Episode which require access to it, but perhaps it can be mentioned under "Changes", as well?

It wasn't very obvious to me, until I accidentally returned to the hideout just before getting the gym badge from Wallace. -- [[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:42, 7 December 2014 (UTC)

== Obtaining Sinnoh and Unova starters ==

The way of obtaining those starters are incorrect. The Unova starters can be obtained AFTER the Delta Episode, and the Sinnoh starters AFTER defeating the Elite 4 the SECOND time. Please correct this! --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 14:08, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:Help me understand this... (I don't have ORAS at the moment.) If you beat the Elite Four the first time, then complete the Delta Episode, then beat the Elite Four a second time—without ever talking to Prof Birch in the meantime (unless somewhere in that you ''have'' to?)—are you telling me you could go find Prof Birch on Route 101 and get a choice of all three regional starters all in a row?
:Someone also said (somewhere) you only had to ''challenge'' the Elite Four, not beat them. Are you ''certain'' it's "defeat" and not "challenge"? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:20, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::From what I can tell each one is triggered specifically by entering and leaving your house again. So, in my case, I got the Johto starters shortly after beating the Elite Four (because I entered and left my house again after interacting with Zinnia) but this comment only JUST reminded me that I could get a Sinnoh starter even though I beat the Delta Episode days ago (because I hadn't reentered my house after leaving—I suppose I won't do so until this question has a definitive answer). I'm assuming that if you did as you suggest, then Professor Birch would give you one starter each time you re-entered and exited your house. But given the differing cutscenes for each gift, I seriously doubt you'd get all three in one go. —[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 22:32, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Got both Johto and Unova starter after beating E4 and Delta Episode the way it was mentioned so this confirms it. Still need to prepare to deal with Sinnoh Starter. -[[User:Tyler53841|Tyler53841]] ([[User talk:Tyler53841|talk]]) 02:09, 18 December 2014 (UTC)

== Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article ==

The [[Ninja Boy (Trainer class)|Ninja Boys]] that hide behind cardboard trees are now optional. Also, two new trainer classes the [[Scuba Diver (Trainer class)| Scuba Diver]] and the [[Free Diver (Trainer class)| Free Diver]] were introduced to allow optional trainer battles to occur while underwater.

Since the problems with [[Double Battle]] exclusive classes had been fixed since the fourth gen, they now have vision ranges of more than one square, meaning, for example, the battle against the first twins of the game Gina and Mia are unavoidable even though the bridges are now three tiles high.

The National Dex is now obtainable after you've just finished beaten Groudon or Kyogre. Thus, the trainers within the [[Victory Road (Hoenn)| Hoenn Victory Road]] had their teams modified to include Pokémon not native to Hoenn. Also, when you obtain the National Dex, it's possible to find Pokémon not within the Hoenn dex on most routes using the DexNav.

Also, Wally and the Elite Four aren't the only trainers to include a Pokémon retroactively added to the Hoenn dex - [[Pokémon Breeder (Trainer class)|Pokémon Breeder]] Lydia of [[Hoenn Route 117|Route 117]]'s Rosalina had been retroactively turned into a Budew. In addition, [[Gabby and Ty]] will eventually evolve their Magnemite into a Magnezone when you rematch them enough times.

Lastly, all the overworld Pikachu had been turned into other Pokémon species for the remake. The only way to see one in-game is to either trade for them, win your first contest (in order to get Cosplay Pikachu), encounter a wild Pikachu in the [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] or encounter the very few trainers who use Pikachu on their teams.

Incidentally, Sky Battles as known from {{gameabbrev3|XY}} does ''not'' appear in these games. It's possible to encounter wild Pokémon in the sky using the Eon Flute, yes, but the battle's treated like a standard battle instead of a Sky Battle and thus, there's no limits on what Pokémon you can bring and what moves you can use.

--[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 22:29, 17 December 2014 (UTC)
:Unavoidable is a wrong word, since you can always just use one Pokémpon. Also, {{smw|Rosalina}} is the wrong franchise. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 11:47, 18 December 2014 (UTC)
::It's called a typo (I meant {{p|Roselia}}). Anyway, I was talking about "unavoidable" as in you're forced to fight them if you have two or more Pokémon on you. I know they can be skipped if you only have one Pokémon on your team. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 12:10, 18 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Slimey Removed my part that says: Lydia's Roselia is now replaced by Budew thing. --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 15:28, 4 January 2015 (UTC)

== Clothes ==

So apparently Brendan and May clothes are different colors depending on the game. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 09:45, 5 February 2015 (UTC)

== Delta Episode ==

So far I haven't seen any kind of article dedicated to detailing the [[Delta Episode]], but it is a pretty noteworthy portion of the game. Was this going to be worked on, or has it been something that would end up being a stub? --{{unsigned|CWallace}}
:It's a {{bp|Project Games|high priority}}, it's just that no one's gotten around to it. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 04:39, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
::I'm new to the Bulbapedia community, who has permissions to create new pages? --[[User: CWallace |C. Wallace]] ''[[User talk: CWallace |Shout out!]]'' 04:58, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
:::{{bp|Autoconfirmed users}}. I've just stubbed it out with the bare bones, so anyone who has the will to expand it can edit it now. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 05:15, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
::::Thanks, I've started working on it. It seems like there is a lot of valuable info on the [[Zinnia]] page. --[[User: CWallace |C. Wallace]] ''[[User talk: CWallace |Shout out!]]'' 05:51, 20 February 2015 (UTC)

== Completing Pokédex ==

I'm sorry this isn't really related to the wiki was just searching for some people who knew what they were talking about.
I was wondering if there was any way to complete the national Pokédex without use of the GTS. I thought probably not but using GTS feels like going against the whole point of "gotta catch em all". So if I can that would be great. I know there is poke bank but that costs money. Then there is action replay which is for cheaters.
My friend code is 0731-4795-7660
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 23:22, 17 March 2015 (UTC)
:The [[List of Pokémon by availability]] says that the National Pokédex can only be completed with X, Y, Omega Ruby, '''and''' Alpha Sapphire. You'll have to trade at some point. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 23:58, 17 March 2015 (UTC)
Okay so i have to have both X and Y and both Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire?
Also in the [[List of Pokémon by availability]] is says FS in the corner. What does that mean? i think it means friend safari but im not positive
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 14:30, 18 March 2015 (UTC)
Also it says Ditto can be caught in Mirage Cave or Mirage Forest but when I go there it says I have caught every possible Pokémon. Any idea where I can get a ditto? Also I want to get a shiny ditto for the Masuda Method but I don't know what gender it needs to be.
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 19:34, 20 March 2015 (UTC)

== Change our abbreviation? ==
According to both [[Pokémon.com]] and the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]], the official abbreviation is "ΩRαS". I know "ORAS" is easier to type, but isn't "Pokemon" over "Pokémon"? And we still use the latter because it's official. I'm not saying we should change it right away, but it's something we should think about. [[User:Technickal|Technickal]] ([[User talk:Technickal|talk]]) 14:22, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
:The thing is, ORAS is at least as valid an abbreviation as "ΩRαS". It's the difference between abbreviating "Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire" vs "Ω Ruby and α Sapphire". (Though technically, the official titles don't ''actually'' use either "Ω" or "α"; in short, Pokemon.com is just stylizing the "abbreviation".) But the thing is, I don't think we should expect people to be familiar enough with Greek letters to easily understand "ΩRαS". For that reason alone, I think we should definitely prefer "ORAS".
:Also, FWIW, I don't think abbreviations like GSC, RSE, etc. have generally seen official use. To my knowledge, "ΩRαS" may be the first. By this I mean to say, if we've been using abbreviations for our own convenience thus far, I don't know if we should care too much about "ΩRαS" now. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 14:56, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
::ORAS is used in [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ some official URLs], which is why we went with it rather than ΩRαS. I wouldn't be opposed to using ΩRαS though. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 14:59, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
:::Hmm...I guess we'll leave it for now. Technically "[[Pokémon X and Y|XY]]" is the first official abbreviation, but that doesn't really count since it's...you know...not really an abbreviation. "DP" could also count; it was used on some seasons of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, but I don't know if it also would apply to the games or just the anime. Thanks for your replies. [[User:Technickal|Technickal]] ([[User talk:Technickal|talk]]) 15:38, 10 May 2015 (UTC)

== Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. ==

Creating this here to prevent an edit war. I had originally phrased it to include the words "backwards compatibility" mode, yet it was changed to the current wording be more "concise and clear". I've eventually altered it to a variation of the same words I used when I've already added the example because of "awkward wording", only for it to be reverted by Glik.

When I said "awkward wording", I really should've said "inaccurate" - the game really does fallback in a sort of a "backwards compatibility" mode called the "Kalos ruleset" whenever the games communicate with copies of [[Pokémon X and Y]]. Technically, it's not that the items are incompatible to X and Y. It's the fact that they're forbidden within the so-called "Kalos ruleset".

I would've changed it back to my wording and change the words "backwards compatibility" (which I do admit to being jargon) to "Kalos ruleset" if it wasn't for my concerns of starting an edit war. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 00:20, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
:Battle formats aren't the only form of inter-game communication. The additions are incompatible, regardless of any compatibility mode, because they don't exist within X and Y's code. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 00:30, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
::That may be so, but even then, it's technically still a form of "backwards compatibility" since the game, itself, is programmed to prevent Pokémon holding those items and Pokémon with those moves from being used within any sort of "communication" between these games and X and Y. I know enough of computers to know that's the most likely method used to stop them from being used within communication between these games, as for all we know, if it weren't for the existence of that "backwards compatibility" mode, automatically enabled when the games tries to communicate with copies of X and Y, Pokémon with those move and items could still be traded even though they aren't programmed into X and Y, resulting in those Pokémon knowing glitch moves and holding onto glitch items as long as they're within X and Y.

::This is possible between {{gameabbrev3|RBY}} and {{gameabbrev3|GSC}}, where via a use of glitches, it's possible to trick the game into allowing you to trade Pokémon introduced within the second gen, as well as Pokémon knowing moves that only exist from second gen onward, into a first gen game. Since they're obviously not programmed into the game, they transform into glitch Pokémon and glitch moves, respectively. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 09:26, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
:::This "backwards compatability" is simply irrelevant in the trivia. The point that trivia was nested under said ''"These are the only pair of remakes where:"''. For that format, you should pretty much just say "This is the difference/unique thing" and move on. If you want to mention the ramifications of this unique thing within the game or within the generation, that belongs elsewhere (like, for instance, on [[trade]], {{m|Precipice Blades}}, and [[Mega Stone]]). [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 09:42, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
:::: I was just about to post that it was just me being nitpicky (as usual) about something I perceived as inaccurate. I was convinced to leave this alone when the one who had originally changed it into its current wording told me, via my own talk page, told me his reasons behind doing that. As I said, it's just a fuss over something I was being nitpicky about. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 09:48, 24 August 2015 (UTC)

User talk:KarjamP

2015-08-24T09:31:26Z

KarjamP: /* Just so you know */

{| cellspacing="7" class="roundy" style="margin:auto; border: 1px solid #3e7614; background: #FFFFFF;"
| class="roundytop" style="background: #c4e673; border: 1px solid #3e7614; font-size: 160%; padding-left: 20px;" height="50px" | '''Welcome to Bulbapedia, KarjamP!'''
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; color: #000000;" |
{| style="float:right; background: #E0F2B6; border: 1px solid #3e7614; padding:8px; {{roundy|100px}}"
| [[File:Bulbapedia bulb.png|100px|center]]
|}
By creating your account you are now able to edit pages, join discussions, and expand the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia. Before you jump in, here are some ground rules:
* Be nice to everyone. It's in the {{bp|code of conduct}}.
* Make good edits. Preview them before you save to make sure they're perfect the first time around.
* Use {{bp|wikicode}} and {{bp|link templates}} when adding content to a page.
* Use proper grammar and spelling, and read the {{bp|manual of style}}.
* You can't create a userpage until you've added to the encyclopedia. It's a privilege. See the {{bp|userspace policy}}.
* Use {{bp|Talk page policy|talk pages}} to resolve editing disputes. Don't "edit war," or constantly re-edit/undo the same thing on a page.
* If you have a question about something, be proactive. Take a look at our {{bp|FAQ}}. If you're still stuck, ask for help. The {{bp|staff}} won't bite.
* Sign all talk page posts with four tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>). This will turn into your name and the time you wrote the comment.
* For more handy links, see the {{bp|welcome|welcome portal}}.
|-
|
|-
| class="roundybottom" style="background: #c4e673; border: 1px solid #3e7614; padding-left: 20px;" | '''<div style="float: left; font-size: 110%;">Thank you, and have a good time editing here!</div>'''<div style="float: right; height: 20px; background: white; border-left: 10px solid #f3f5f1; {{roundybr|10px}}">  [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 04:08, 18 December 2014 (UTC)  </div><div style="float: right; height: 20px; width: 10px; background: #DFF2B1; border-left: 10px solid #D3EC95;"> </div>
|}

== The Preview Button ==

Hello, if you hit the Show Preview button you can see a preview of how a page will look after changing. The Show Changes button will show the changes you made. Use these to make sure the page is ready to be changed and the Recent Changes won't be full of edits. Thank you. ----[[User:Ethan7|Ethan]] ''([[User talk:Ethan7|Discussion]])'' 18:55, 23 August 2015 (UTC)
* Thanks. I would've used it if I felt like I needed it. As it stood, however, I simply kept making mistakes and revising my edit because I either only noticed the mistakes after I've posted my edits or felt like the wording could've been improved. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 23:33, 23 August 2015 (UTC)

==Just so you know==
The reason why I used additions instead of games for the trivia piece in ORAS is that I was referring about them directly to make it less complex and easier to read. As it is the only thing that isn't compatible with X and Y it is better to leave it at that then say it about the games in particular otherwise it would be too confusing. For stuff like this it is better to be as small and simple as it can be to avoid making it too confusing for other readers. -[[User:Tyler53841|Tyler53841]] ([[User talk:Tyler53841|talk]]) 01:15, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
:Thanks for the clarification. To prevent an edit war, I had started a discussion on the page's talk page. This was before you've sent this message to me in person. I guess I was fussing about it being inaccurate. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 09:29, 24 August 2015 (UTC)

User talk:KarjamP

2015-08-24T09:29:33Z

KarjamP: /* Just so you know */

{| cellspacing="7" class="roundy" style="margin:auto; border: 1px solid #3e7614; background: #FFFFFF;"
| class="roundytop" style="background: #c4e673; border: 1px solid #3e7614; font-size: 160%; padding-left: 20px;" height="50px" | '''Welcome to Bulbapedia, KarjamP!'''
|-
| style="vertical-align: top; color: #000000;" |
{| style="float:right; background: #E0F2B6; border: 1px solid #3e7614; padding:8px; {{roundy|100px}}"
| [[File:Bulbapedia bulb.png|100px|center]]
|}
By creating your account you are now able to edit pages, join discussions, and expand the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia. Before you jump in, here are some ground rules:
* Be nice to everyone. It's in the {{bp|code of conduct}}.
* Make good edits. Preview them before you save to make sure they're perfect the first time around.
* Use {{bp|wikicode}} and {{bp|link templates}} when adding content to a page.
* Use proper grammar and spelling, and read the {{bp|manual of style}}.
* You can't create a userpage until you've added to the encyclopedia. It's a privilege. See the {{bp|userspace policy}}.
* Use {{bp|Talk page policy|talk pages}} to resolve editing disputes. Don't "edit war," or constantly re-edit/undo the same thing on a page.
* If you have a question about something, be proactive. Take a look at our {{bp|FAQ}}. If you're still stuck, ask for help. The {{bp|staff}} won't bite.
* Sign all talk page posts with four tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>). This will turn into your name and the time you wrote the comment.
* For more handy links, see the {{bp|welcome|welcome portal}}.
|-
|
|-
| class="roundybottom" style="background: #c4e673; border: 1px solid #3e7614; padding-left: 20px;" | '''<div style="float: left; font-size: 110%;">Thank you, and have a good time editing here!</div>'''<div style="float: right; height: 20px; background: white; border-left: 10px solid #f3f5f1; {{roundybr|10px}}">  [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 04:08, 18 December 2014 (UTC)  </div><div style="float: right; height: 20px; width: 10px; background: #DFF2B1; border-left: 10px solid #D3EC95;"> </div>
|}

== The Preview Button ==

Hello, if you hit the Show Preview button you can see a preview of how a page will look after changing. The Show Changes button will show the changes you made. Use these to make sure the page is ready to be changed and the Recent Changes won't be full of edits. Thank you. ----[[User:Ethan7|Ethan]] ''([[User talk:Ethan7|Discussion]])'' 18:55, 23 August 2015 (UTC)
* Thanks. I would've used it if I felt like I needed it. As it stood, however, I simply kept making mistakes and revising my edit because I either only noticed the mistakes after I've posted my edits or felt like the wording could've been improved. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 23:33, 23 August 2015 (UTC)

==Just so you know==
The reason why I used additions instead of games for the trivia piece in ORAS is that I was referring about them directly to make it less complex and easier to read. As it is the only thing that isn't compatible with X and Y it is better to leave it at that then say it about the games in particular otherwise it would be too confusing. For stuff like this it is better to be as small and simple as it can be to avoid making it too confusing for other readers. -[[User:Tyler53841|Tyler53841]] ([[User talk:Tyler53841|talk]]) 01:15, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
:Thanks for the clarification. To prevent an edit war, I had started a discussion on the page's talk page. This was before you've sent this message to me in person. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 09:29, 24 August 2015 (UTC)

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-24T09:27:20Z

KarjamP: /* Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. */

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-24T09:26:01Z

KarjamP: /* Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. */

==Interwiki==
Don't forget the interwikis! <nowiki>[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]] [[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]] [[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]</nowiki> Btw... why you are protect all pages, that are related in any form with the new remakes? Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany... [[User:Tobutz98|Tobutz98]] ([[User talk:Tobutz98|talk]]) 19:17, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
: Pages related to any breaking news are generally protected to prevent wild speculation or misinformation from being added. I'm not sure if there's a specific place or way to request edits to locked pages, sadly. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 19:36, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
::The place to request edits for locked pages is on their talk page, or the talk page of a staff member. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 19:55, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Add Template==
I think it would be wise that one of the Admins put "Template:Upcoming notice" or a different template I could not find on this page because it is new unless I am wrong and this is not necessary because of the page protection. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 21:30, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Edit suggestions==
* "<nowiki>are the secondary [[paired version]]s of [[Generation VI]]</nowiki>" implies that every subsequent generation has had "secondary paired versions" (a phrase that is being used to represent both remakes and sequels), which is incorrect. Why not just copy and customize the text from the intros of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}?
* "Both games were revealed {{tt|during|in}} a worldwide announcement by the official Pokémon {{tt|websites,|remove comma}} on May 7, 2014. The paired versions will be released worldwide {{tt|during|in}} November 2014."
* Change "<nowiki>[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire]]</nowiki>" to "<nowiki>{{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}</nowiki>" —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 05:29, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Hello, I have made some changes as you have requested. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Thanks, trom. However, it says that November 2014 is the release ''date'', but I think this should say ''release period''. Also, "PAccording to the press release which announced the games" should be "According to the press release that announced the games". Some users seem to think that ''which'' can replace ''that'' in this instance because I see it often, but this is folly. For instance, the phrasing "The book, which I read last night, was exciting" must use ''which'' and not ''that'', while "The book that I read last night was exciting" is the opposite (but may also omit ''that'' entirely). —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] (UTC) 09:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Folly indeed. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==Trailer Video==
Can an admin add this to the page??
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|pokemon|Hoenn}}
 --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 08:18, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Done, although I dislike that template so I chose not to use it. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Don't mind me, but may I ask why you don't like that template ?? --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:09, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

==Poké Transporter==
If these games use the Poké Transporter, like [[Pokémon X and Y|X and Y]], will it be worth noting that these are the first remakes to be compatible with the originals, if indirectly?
[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions]] → [[Pal Park]] → [[Generation IV]] → [[Poké Transfer]] → [[Generation V]] → [[Poké Transporter]] → [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] | [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 14:46, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:It is currently unknown if they will use the Poke Transporter.  --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:35, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::That wasn't my question. I said ''if'' they do, will this be worth noting? [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 15:27, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Even if they don't, they'll still be compatible with the originals via Poke Transporter to XY, then trade to ORAS. It's still speculative to say it yet, but as soon as either Poke Transporter or trade capability is revealed, I would think it'd be notable that they're the ''only'' ones (not just the first, since first is of debatable notability for some things). [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:20, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::It's certainly worth noting in my opinion, but i also think that the admins should approve it. And @Pumpkinking, they are ''currently'' the only ones,but ''if'' in the future a remake of DP is announced, we'll have to change the wording. --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:34, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
They are compatible with Poke Bank and there for Poke Transfer. Any way someone already edited that in. [[User:AbsolX|AbsolX]] ([[User talk:AbsolX|talk]]) 23:58, 15 December 2014 (UTC)

==Press Release Description==
The second paragraph "According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will to take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world." should be changed to reflect that this is not a new game as "spectacular new world" implies.
The official website also gives a far more accurate description of the game http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/
[[User:Luneth|Luneth]] ([[User talk:Luneth|talk]]) 15:31, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:So why don't we just delete the "new" in "a spectacular new world"? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 16:03, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Modifying any quote typically makes the quote unusable. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It isn't really a quote because the video never mentions "a spectacular new world". Only "an epic new adventure" and "a dramatic new world". [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 19:01, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::[http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Omega_Ruby,_Pok%C3%A9mon_Alpha_Sapphire_announced It's a quote from the official press release.] [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::::Can we at least put "an epic new adventure in a spectacular new world" in quotes? --[[User:KommanderAwesome|KommanderAwesome]] ([[User talk:KommanderAwesome|talk]]) 20:23, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::::Not the way in your comment since that would be combining two quotes together. The largest stretch I can see is, the games will take players on "an epic new adventure" to "a dramatic new world." Still, I believe the wording on the article is the best so far. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:57, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==New information from Serebii==

we should include this info from todays news: http://www.serebii.net/index2.shtml

"Following its reveal yesterday, there has been some question as to the actual content of Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, as to whether they're remakes or new versions due to the wording of the announcement. During the Investor Briefing today, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are full-remakes of the 2002 releases, Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. We'll bring more on these games as it comes
Edit @ 15:38: The Japanese arm of The Pokémon Company sent out an e-mail to all Daisuki Club members which ends up pointing out the differences to Groudon & Kyogre on the box-art, stating that they're showcasing "never before seen Pokémon", the same terminology they used for Black & White Kyurem, as well as Mega Mewtwo Y upon their reveal, indicating that they are more than stylised artwork of the Pokémon. We'll bring more on this as it comes"

[[User:Pearlgamez|Pearlgamez]] ([[User talk:Pearlgamez|talk]]) 20:07, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Serebii should not be used as a source. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:43, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::I personally received that email and did not see any indication this was true. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::I agree serebii should not be used as a source. Speculation about the differences to Groudon & Kyogre seems to indicate they may be mega-evolutions of the originals, but as no official information about mega-evolutions in the remakes has been announced it can't be used in this article. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 02:12, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
::::I also agree. Serebii should not be used as a source, or else Pidgeot would be blue and Magikarp would be a Psychic-type. [[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 12:03, 28 May 2014 (UTC)Espurr101

== Use of the word Remake ==

Should we really use the word "remake" quite yet?

I know from previous patterns, the naming of the games and all that points to remakes, but at this point in time they might just be sequels or new games entirely. They even mention a new world, and the guy who gives the idol mentions a new region, so this might not take place in Hoenn at all.

I'm really just playing devil's advocate here, but we should watch the wording on the article for now. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 06:59, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:You haven't followed the news, have you? They were [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/library/events/140508/index.html confirmed] to be remakes yesterday. You should do your "homework" more often before you're posting questions.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 07:17, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

::I've been following the news since it broke, but every tweet and article just repackaged/re-tweeted the same info. 99% of every article I found on the subject of the remakes just quoted the blurb from the trailer. That article you linked to was the first OFFICIAL piece of news I've seen that gave details on the remakes. You can't expect to do biology homework if all the school has are math books.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 11:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::On the second thought, I was too harsh for you. Unlike what I thought, the link to the official statement has ''not'' been posted to almost any fan or official site; everyone just believes what Serebii says. Sorry about that.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:37, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::Its ok, like Dawn always says, No Need To Worry. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 20:04, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

=='Oras' is the Lithuanian word for 'Weather'==
The name of the games is likely a play on the letters theme started with XY (ie. the Greek letters 'Α' and 'Ω'), and the Lithuanian word for weather, [https://translate.google.com/#en/lt/weather Oras] -- weather being one of the prominent elements of RSE. Sounds like a interesting fact to add to the Trivia section. --[[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash Pokemaster]] ([[User talk:Ash Pokemaster|talk]]) 13:07, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

:It could also be a reference to the phrase "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in the Book of Revelation. Usually the phrase refers to Christ or God and typically is taken as meaning "I am the Beginning and the End". Possibly a hint that the story could involve Pokemon gods in some way. Interesting to note that Arceus is the 'Alpha' Pokemon according to the Pokedex and is the closest thing to a Pokemon 'God' we've seen as it was supposedly the creator of the Pokemon world. Perhaps we might see the 'Omega' Pokemon, or in other words, the 'End' or destroyer. (Basically the Pokemon Satan) - [[User:PsychoP|PsychoP]] ([[User talk:PsychoP|talk]]) 18:01, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::We don't know what's going to happen in the games and this isn't the place for speculation. And no. That would require them making an actual new Pokemon, which won't happen in a remake. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 18:19, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:::We already have an alpha Pokemon, Arceus, and Giratina is based of the devil. Although, X and Y did kind of have the alpha and omega thing going, as Xerneas is the life Pokemon and Yveltal is the destruction Pokemon. Maybe Groudon and Kyogre will get alpha an omega forms. Idk, better wait for CoroCoro. {{unsigned|Espurr101}}

I think Bob Ross said it best, and what we have on our hands here is "a little happy mistake." It's just pure coincidence I am sure. Also Delta Emerald has been registered, and if they broke the mold and released that, it would be ORASDE which means nothing at all. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)

==No evident that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are in the Generation VI==
We should at least wait for the announcement of cross-game communication of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to be sure if they are indeed Generation VI. And according to this:
:"A generation, in terms of the Pokémon franchise, is a subset of the series that debuted or is set around the same time, focusing on the same region, and featuring the same Pokémon."
I don't think they are Generation VI at all if we go by this definition. We should probably change that. Besides, Generations may be separated by their methods of inter-game communications. I don't think, currently, there is anything we can say about battling or sending Pokemon from or to these games from or to X and Y.

Originally posted in [[Talk:Generation]] by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 06:55, 8 May 2014 (UTC).
Moved here by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:48, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:It's totally safe to assume that Hoenn remakes aren't introducing a new generation, especially when there are lots of unreleased Gen VI stuff and the XY anime series isn't even in the halfway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:19, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::It is safe, but an encyclopaedia is obligated to only display information that is evidental. I won't have a problem if we put up "probably" or "highly speculated" instead of "part of". -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:26, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It's obviously generation VI. That is a guaranteed fact. Sure, it hasn't been stated, but it doesn't need to be stated. Generation VI is the current generation. Each generation starts with a brand new game in a brand new region with brand new Pokémon. It won't start with a remake. It's only logical that this is a Generation VI game. Also, it's being released on the same generation console as other Gen VI games which further backs up this point. It's Gen VI and although it hasn't been stated, there is enough evidence to make that claim. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 12:36, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::That way, we will have to refine our definitions of a generation. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:52, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::: In my honest opinion (although everyones views are different as I can see on here lol) but until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should be considered Generation VI games until further notice, and also, a lot of clues and hints in Pokemon X and Y further hinted that Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire would be remade, so it makes sense (to me anyways), but also Generation VI is not completed yet (that we know of) as we have seen in all other generations that either a 3rd game (Yellow, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum) or in the case of Generation V (Black 2 and White 2) were released to complete a Generation. And just like Generation III we had Ruby & Sapphire release first followed by FireRed & LeafGreen then Emerald, then in Generation IV we had Diamond, Pearl, Platinum then followed by HeartGold & SoulSilver. So far it seems that Generation VI is following the pattern of Generation III (so far, that is). But mind you, thats just my opinion, but like I said at the start of my "rant" (lol) until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should still be considered Generation VI until further notice. Demers-Vachon 10:44, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::I agree. They never start a generation with remakes. They only start a generation with a new region full of new Pokémon. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire would more likely focus on the Generation III Pokémon than to introduce new ones. In FireRed and LeafGreen, you only met the original 150 Pokémon before getting the National Pokédex to catch Johto Pokémon and trade with Hoenn for the then-current Pokémon. FireRed LeafGreen didn't introduce any new Pokémon. They only brought back the classic Pokémon. HeartGold and SoulSilver did tweak the Johto Pokédex a bit to include five Gen IV evolutions that resulted from moves (although, I don't get why they didn't just put a move tutor in Kanto.) So HeartGold and SoulSilver didn't introduce any Pokémon. And X and Y had just came out last October. That was only 7 months ago, so if Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire started Generation VII, Gen 6 would be the shortest generation ever. The possibility of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire starting a new generation is slim. [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 11:16, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::::I agree that these should be considered Generation VI, at least until we discover otherwise. While it is possible that we may get a new generation, the odds are incredibly small. Additionally, Pokémon tends to keep all of its media together. Even if X and Y are the only video games in Generation VI, I find it unlikely that Nintendo would push for a Generation VII when Ash Ketchum still has to finish his journey through Kalos in the anime, the Pokémon Adventures X and Y chapter is just getting started, and not even all Generation VI Pokémon have been made available as TCG cards. Heck, we still have yet to see the release of Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa in the video games, so even the video games cannot be finished here. Finally, I must correct you on something, SeanWheeler. FireRed and LeafGreen did actually introduce a new Pokémon: Deoxys. There were no events for it prior to the release of FRLG and when the events occurred, it could only be obtained in FRLG, not in Ruby and Sapphire. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 22:37, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

Also, please remind me if "Generations" are the official creations or simply how it is defined in the fandom? I think we should judge if certain titles are in a certain generation according to an objective definition. I understand that it is highly probable to see it released as in the Generation VI. But this is not a confirmed fact or official announcement, but a derived theory. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 22:52, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:The term generation has been used by official sources, such as Pokemon.com and the boxes of DP. Several traits that typically signify a new generation are not present, like no new region and no new Pokémon. Frankly, I think this whole argument is pointless. It's obvious that it's going to be released within this generation and at this rate we'll only keep going around in circles. It's really not worth continuing. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:10, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:Sorry about that then. I thought Generations were something we created to group the titles. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 07:59, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::: I agree with what "Pokemaster" had said earlier, this topic is just going around in circles until the games are released in November. I do firmly believe that Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire is part of Generation VI. If those games were to begin Generation VII, then I highly doubt they would have had Ash in Kalos, or if they did, he would have gotten 6 to 7 gym badges by now (more in reference to the Japan episodes that has aired already not the English ones) and from what I have seen, he so far only has one gym badge obtained and caught 2 pokemon (Froakie & Fletchling). But thats just my thoughts about it. Demers-Vachon 08:56, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::::::It's possible they will add more pokemon, but only gen VI ones, I doubt they'll touch the original gens ones... However, that being said and all, they've just started using Mega evolutions, I doubt they will drop them, so we may see many new mega evolutions instead of new pokemon. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 01:55, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

It is going in circles and no conclusion can be drawn. This is precisely what I wanted to say: We don't have official confirmation on which Generation this is in. On the page, there is this row: part of Generation VI. It looks like some official words. No matter how logical the derivations are, they are just speculations. There is not any canonical material or announcement making this claim. I have not been questioning its correctness. I have been questioning its validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 03:14, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

::While there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VI, there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VII either. It could be either one. So the article should use whichever is more likely, which is Generation VI. You may think that we shouldn't make assumptions like that, but you have to remember that Nintendo never said that X and Y were a part of Generation VI. Or any of the other games were part of their respective Generations. So we will never have any official proof, because the very idea of generations is unofficial. (The boxes of Diamond/Pearl did say "A new generation", but that's just marketing crap. It could have just as easily said "a new adventure". And either way, "a new generation" doesn't necessarily mean Generation IV. For all we know, Nintendo classified every game before DP as a single generation, and every game since then is Generation II). This being the case, even when the games come out, it's likely that we won't know what generation to put. It's entirely fan-made. So, we do the logical thing of putting what most fans would classify this as. And in that regard, there's no reason why we can't put Generation VI now. Of course, when the games come out, if we see that there is enough separating it from X and Y, such as incompatibility, new Pokémon, a new region (technically the "Hoenn Confirmed!" meme is wrong - Hoenn has not been confirmed), etc., then fans may choose to reclassify it as Generation VII. If that's the case, we can edit the article at the time to reflect the shift in the fans's views. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 03:39, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

I was not questioning if there is any probability of it coming out as Generation VII. I was questioning, even if it is very probable to be Generation VI, the validity is that it is deduced or speculated, even based on many objective observations. But none of the quoted are as valid as an official release. If "Generation" is The Pokemon Company's official terms, we cannot say something is or is not without the company first says so. If, instead, "Generation" is what the fandom creates, "official" means the stance de facto in the fandom, hence, verifiable and objective criteria and definitions. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 05:30, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:We don't need them to flat out state they are part of Generation VI. They only use the word Generation when a new one starts, and it's always when a new region is introduced and new Pokémon (not new forms) are introduced. Suggesting that they are part of a completely different Generation is ridiculous. There is only one Generation at a time. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 06:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

Please, read again. I have not suggested they are part of a completely different Generation. I have not suggested any possibility. I only questioned the validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:41, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:Nothing is being changed, and this discussion is closed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:54, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

== Mega Evolutions ==

I know we can't state this to be a confirmed fact, but comparing Groudon and Kyogre here to their usual appearance seems to indicate they're in a different form. Perhaps it's a mega evolution? [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 00:25, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
:Talk pages are for the improvement of the article, not for idle discussion of the article's topic. Use [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/forum.php the forums] if you're interested in speculating about potential Mega Evolutions for the new games. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 01:06, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
::I was unsure as to whether that should be taken note of on this page, given its visibility on the box art, but seeign as it's unconfirmed I will take my leave to the forums. [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 04:47, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== English official site ==

This should be added as an official site in the infobox as it is on the other games: [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== PEGI rating ==

Shouldn't the PEGI rating be 7, as it shows in [http://youtu.be/7xPhlAas1ik this video]? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 15:25, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:Right underneath that it says Provisional, which means it could change. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 17:10, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
::I'm sorry, I'm from the Netherlands, so I didn't know what it meant, I thought it was just some kind of company name or something like that. [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 20:21, 26 May 2014 (UTC)

== Delta Emerald ==

So apparently Delta Emerald has been registered. Is this worth noting on the article? [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:42, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
:There's been countless trademarks like this before and they've not been mentioned (Such as Water Blue) so it doesn't seem necessary. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
::Even though Game Freak/Nintendo may or may not use the "Delta Emerald" trademark, I think it warrants some sort of mention (a single sentence would suffice, and there are [http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/05/29/pokemon-delta-emerald-trademark-surfaces other sources]/[http://mynintendonews.com/2014/05/29/nintendo-trademarks-pokemon-delta-emerald/ websites] covering it as well), primarily due to the term apparently being registered around the same time as "OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire" (and it is the only trademark that is a feasible parallel to the OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire names with the "Greek letter + precious gemstone" construct). I personally think ''WaterBlue'' merits a similar mention -- due to its same-time registration with ''FireRed/LeafGreen'' (and being the closest parallel to those terms with the "element + color" construct) and the matter that Game Freak actually addressed the "LeafGreen title retaining" issue at one point. [[User:Fenyx4|Fenyx4]] ([[User talk:Fenyx4|talk]]) 22:51, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
:::My only concern with this is was any Crystal remake title trade marked with HGSS? We know Gray was trade marked before B2W2[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:24, 1 June 2014 (UTC)

== Coro Coro leak ==

The Coro Coro leak is out with new information. Swampert and Sceptile has Mega Evolutions. Brendan and May are confirmed. Teams Aqua and Magma were shown. Steven apparently has a Mega Charizard X. When are we going to update this article? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 21:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:No content regarding the CoroCoro leaks are going to be added until it can be known they aren't fake. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 21:48, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::So how are leaks proven real? It may be easy to detect ridiculous leaks but what about leaks as convincing as this that everyone's talking about? Other fansites like Serebii believe it. But how do we know when a leak is real? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 22:47, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::When the issue is published, we will know it's real. That's fairly obvious. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 22:51, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Don't forget, Diancie is getting a mega too. --[[User:SuperPikaBros|Super]][[User talk:SuperPikaBros|Pika]][[Special:Contributions/SuperPikaBros|Bros]] 23:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, the first Mega Evolution of a Kalos Pokémon. When is the issue actually coming out? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 23:23, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::The 13th. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:27, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
If True, this also would make Diancie the only Pokémon so far to have a Mega form that isn't in Gens I-IV. Gen V still has no Megas as of yet.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 23:36, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:So what is a faster way to determine it's authenticity? I don't want to wait 6 days. I want the information here now! [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 00:05, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::Being impatient isn't going to make it come faster. You have to wait, that is life.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:07, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::Well, looks like the images have been posted on the Archives and my article was published on Bulbanews. It now looks as if Bulbagarden has accepted the leak as official. Question is, is Bulbapedia? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 14:41, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Well, it is CoroCoro so the information might be correct, but the impact of speculations has risen since the first trailer. Probably because of that. [[User:KidGuardian|KidGuardian]] ([[User talk:KidGuardian|talk]]) 14:46, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Is Bulbapedia simply stricter about speculation than the other parts of Bulbagarden? The archives provide our images and the notice at the top of this page points to the Bulbagarden Forums. Bulbanews headlines are on the main page. Bulbapedia is closer to Bulbagarden than to the NIWA and Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis. Yet, Bulbanews, the forums and the Archives have already decided that it's real. Although the forums are about speculation and accepted it first, maybe they don't count. But since the News published my article and the Archives restored Coro Coro images, I'm believing they are believing the scan. In fact the Archives temporarily deleted those scans until they can be proven real. However, they may have just restored them for my [[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|news article]]? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 02:35, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::As I just said in the Mega Evolution talk page, we aren't treating this as official just yet as the leaks were leaked earlier than usual. They usually leak on the 10th of every month--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::::But according to "Ataro" in a few post above, the release date for CoroCoro this month is on the 13th (not sure if its accurate or not). Usually CoroCoro comes out on the 15th or 16th isn't it, and the leaks gets out starting from around 10th of the month. But, if the release date is early then possibly even the leaks would be out earlier. Also, this wouldn't be the first time that CoroCoro leaks are out before 10th of a month.--[[User:LatS|LatS]] ([[User talk:LatS|talk]]) 11:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::::Happens a lot actually of magazines. Scanned manga's that come out every week are actually one week ahead while their official release is after one week in Japan. Probably they caught a early copy from the issue. '''''[[User:KidGuardian|Kid]][[User talk:KidGuardian|Guardian]]''''' 00:59, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/06/10/pokemon-omega-ruby-pokemon-alpha-sapphire-release-date-announced/ Official trailer for the games], the scans are definitely legit. The new Megas and character designs are featured. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 17:58, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

== E3 2014 Announcement ==

So a new trailer for ORAS was released yesterday as part of E3 2014. It showed a lot more content, confirmed the CoroCoro leak, and displayed several bits of gameplay, including apparent Mega Evolutions for Groudon & Kyogre, in which their markings glow prominently to match their boxart artwork. I feel that this information should be added to the article, since the trailer seen was official, and therefore verifiable information from a reliable source. Since I am not permitted to edit the ''OmegaRuby & AlphaSapphire'' article, I ask that someone with access to editing add this information in.
[[User:Bowserbros|Bowserbros]] ([[User talk:Bowserbros|talk]]) 18:36, 11 June 2014 (UTC)

== Pokemon.com Screenshots ==

So the official ORAS site up on Pokemon.com has a plethora of screenshots you lot can add to this article.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 01:19, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:Many of these screenshots have been uploaded to the Archives already, haven't been added to the article yet. I'll try to add some soon. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:29, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Release date for Australia ==

I really don't see any official source in which states it's release date for Australia. The Nintendo Australia website does not have the game listed anywhere, so we don't even know what the actual release date for Australia really is. EB Games isn't a reliable source when it comes to release dates, 'cause they often will get the release dates from sites like Wikipedia or even from here.

Until Nintendo Australia confirms it's release date, I really do think we should change the release date for Australia to '''November 2014'''.[[User:Platinum Lucario|Platinum Lucario]] ([[User talk:Platinum Lucario|talk]]) 18:41, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:The Australian version of [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-au/ the official site] clearly says "Coming November 21, 2014!"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:53, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Change in infobox ==

Should the info in the infobox be changed from:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Groudon"
to:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon"
and also in the case of Primal Kyogre? Thanks.
[[User:Dinodestroyer|Dinodestroyer]] ([[User talk:Dinodestroyer|talk]]) 19:07, 21 June 2014 (UTC)

== Add trivia section? ==

I have a few things to add now

-These are the second pairs of games to not have "version" at the end.

-These are the second remakes after the Game Corner controversy

-These are the first remakes after the Pokémon Center and Pokémart being merged

I could think of a few more, but these will do.

[[User:SuperShroom63|SuperShroom63]] ([[User talk:SuperShroom63|talk]]) 01:52, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
:The first two aren't notable. In the case of the last one, images seem to have shown that the Poké Mart and Pokémon Center are no longer merged, so imo, it doesn't seem too notable. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 01:57, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
::Oh, this is the first pair of remakes with [insert change made in [[Generation V]] or [[Generation VI]]]! Yeah, not too notable. Although, if there were anything that were notable, this will be the first pair of remakes with {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon and [[Mega Evolution]]s. [[User:Black Metal Warrior|Black Metal Warrior]] ([[User talk:Black Metal Warrior|talk]]) 22:53, 2 July 2014 (UTC)
:::FireRed and LeafGreen were the first pair of remakes to have Steel type Pokémon, but we don't note that. It should be obvious.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 23:40, 2 July 2014 (UTC)

== "To" to "for". ==

I noticed the article says "... Steven Stone, the Mach Bike, and the Acro Bike will return '''to''' the first time since...", when I presume that "for" is meant to be in there instead of "to." Would someone fix this for me, please? [[User:Uncle Edit|He's here! The one and only...Uncle Edit!]] ([[User talk:Uncle Edit|talk]]) 03:19, 9 August 2014 (UTC)
:Corrected. Thanks for pointing that out. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:26, 9 August 2014 (UTC)

== Not all Mega Evolutions are on this page that have been revealed ==
Mega Salamence, Mega Metagross, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lopunny all need to be mention after Mega Sableye.--[[User:Hydreigonfan1|Hydreigonfan1]] ([[User talk:Hydreigonfan1|talk]]) 11:13, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:Taken care of. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 12:43, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
::But they weren't revealed in July issue, only in August, it should be noted in the new paragraph, with the return of Horde Encounters, new Pikachu forms... [[User:Asmod96|Asmod96]] ([[User talk:Asmod96|talk]]) 15:00, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:::To chime in on this discussion without making another section, it has been a few days since Mega Sharpedo, Mega Gallade, and Mega Camerupt were revealed. Are the admins waiting for confirmation from, for example, Pokemon.com before this makes it into the article? If the CoroCoro leak from this month is enough confirmation, could somebody with access add this to the article? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 19:27, 15 September 2014 (UTC)

== More Mega Evolutions? ==

Yesterday, the official Pokémon website of Korea accidentally revealed two new mega evolution Pokémon; Mega Slowbro and Mega Audino. Many people like myself questioned if this was real or a scam. It's the official Pokémon site of Korea. More information will come as we get it.
{{unsigned|DJMander}}

== Another Mega Evo Tidbit ==

Sorry to add onto the trend of mentioning the new megas, but currently the paragraph states at least eight Mega Evolutions and then lists ten. I'd fix it myself but of course I can't so could someone just do that for me XD [[User:Azure42|Azure/ChromeVoid42]] ([[User talk:Azure42|talk]]) 18:24, 20 August 2014 (UTC)

== No Steven Stone since Emerald? ==

Um, didn't he appear in B2W2 as a Champion? [[User:Starscream|Starscream]] ([[User talk:Starscream|talk]]) 23:13, 28 August 2014 (UTC)

== Multilingual ==

Could someone add that Nintendo HK and Taiwan have both confirmed the games will (like X/Y) contain all languages on the one card? http://www.nintendo.tw/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm http://www.nintendo.com.hk/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm Nowhere seems to have picked up on this, probably because only Nintendo HK/TW bothered to clarify this (since only HK and TW are in a region of their own, without having a local translation). - [[User:BZD|BZD]] ([[User talk:BZD|talk]]) 03:43, 22 September 2014 (UTC)

==Ratings==
The ACB has put up their ratings: [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=iuCjUqkFCF6wGgGVuaGmQQ%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXehvRbWeAhT8S4Y6t4otMG1OPPQsqEgBN79aTC4EFKrSpt Omega Ruby] and [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=KgrINBSv5pEmVtrSEn54Rw%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXeho7s65RvpUipwXyeqAqiiWKxbU3ep%252fT2e2svoiXEbxY6 Alpha Sapphire]. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 01:30, 28 September 2014 (UTC)

== Noteworthy Trivia? ==

I know remake trivia is usually ignored, but I think it would be good to add that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the first remakes (Of course, not counting things like Emerald or Platinum) to not feature the original mascot? [[User:ArtistKyurem|ArtistKyurem]] ([[User talk:ArtistKyurem|talk]]) 02:59, 5 October 2014 (UTC)
:It's still Groudon and Kyogre, just in primal reversion. So no, it's not true nor notable (since there's only three pairs, which is too small of a group).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:09, 5 October 2014 (UTC)

== Demo version link ==

I think a link to the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]] should be ''somewhere'' on this page... Maybe just in a See also section at the bottom. Or possibly even as part of [[Template:Core series]]. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:20, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:I'm sure when proper information is begun to be added to the page, there will be a section for the demo. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 20:39, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
::Why not just unlock the page? [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 20:54, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:::I'd guess they will tomorrow so those of us who can edit can get to work? --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 21:17, 20 November 2014 (UTC)

== "Display" to "Cosplay" ==

It looks like in the Blurb section it says "Pikachu likes to display?!" but on the box it says "Pikachu likes to cosplay?!" I assume this is a typo? --[[User:ArceusVsMew|avm :^)]] ([[User talk:ArceusVsMew|talk]]) 19:16, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
:That was my autocorrect. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 19:26, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. --avm :^) 19:35, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

== Prof. Birch chase ==

The page should be edited to note that Prof. Birch is chased by a Shroomish when you get a Johto starter and not a Poochyena. [[User:Hellopio|Hellopio]] ([[User talk:Hellopio|talk]]) 23:16, 6 December 2014 (UTC)

:Also, choosing another starter is ''not'' through BEATING the Elite Four a second time, just through triggering them. I went to go beat them for the second time, and discovered i was woefully unprepared. I then went off on my merry way to go training up to try again, but I eventually ended up in my house in Littleroot again, and the instant I stepped outside the door, Professor Birch was in trouble again. [[User:Zeusfireair|Zeusfireair]] ([[User talk:Zeusfireair|talk]]) 14:20, 12 December 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Please split the "Changes from Ruby & Sapphire" with '''Aesthetic changes''', '''Location changes''' and '''Gameplay changes --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 00:17, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:Agreed. It's looking a tad overloaded at the moment. Probably a subsection for move changes (TM/HM,) unless that can also be considered a gameplay change. --[[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:35, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
::Looked it over, and I agree. It will need some serious organization. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 14:30, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:::You're mention the removal of femele Psychics and Triathltes? --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 20:28, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::Done... more or less, it still needs work, but at least the titles are there. I kept a few subsections under "gameplay changes", it would be a mess otherwise (the HeartGold & SoulSilver page comes to mind) .[[User:SaniOKh|SaniOKh]] ([[User talk:SaniOKh|talk]]) 23:14, 9 January 2015 (UTC)

== Access to the Team Magma/Aqua Hideout after beating Tate and Lisa. ==

Iirc, it's blocked off after getting the Gym Badge from Tate and Lisa in Ruby/Sapphire, but it's possible to get items from the hideout even after defeating them in ORAS, regardless of whether it's before beating the Elite Four + Champion, or during the Delta Episode. This is likely to be due to elements in the Delta Episode which require access to it, but perhaps it can be mentioned under "Changes", as well?

It wasn't very obvious to me, until I accidentally returned to the hideout just before getting the gym badge from Wallace. -- [[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:42, 7 December 2014 (UTC)

== Obtaining Sinnoh and Unova starters ==

The way of obtaining those starters are incorrect. The Unova starters can be obtained AFTER the Delta Episode, and the Sinnoh starters AFTER defeating the Elite 4 the SECOND time. Please correct this! --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 14:08, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:Help me understand this... (I don't have ORAS at the moment.) If you beat the Elite Four the first time, then complete the Delta Episode, then beat the Elite Four a second time—without ever talking to Prof Birch in the meantime (unless somewhere in that you ''have'' to?)—are you telling me you could go find Prof Birch on Route 101 and get a choice of all three regional starters all in a row?
:Someone also said (somewhere) you only had to ''challenge'' the Elite Four, not beat them. Are you ''certain'' it's "defeat" and not "challenge"? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:20, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::From what I can tell each one is triggered specifically by entering and leaving your house again. So, in my case, I got the Johto starters shortly after beating the Elite Four (because I entered and left my house again after interacting with Zinnia) but this comment only JUST reminded me that I could get a Sinnoh starter even though I beat the Delta Episode days ago (because I hadn't reentered my house after leaving—I suppose I won't do so until this question has a definitive answer). I'm assuming that if you did as you suggest, then Professor Birch would give you one starter each time you re-entered and exited your house. But given the differing cutscenes for each gift, I seriously doubt you'd get all three in one go. —[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 22:32, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Got both Johto and Unova starter after beating E4 and Delta Episode the way it was mentioned so this confirms it. Still need to prepare to deal with Sinnoh Starter. -[[User:Tyler53841|Tyler53841]] ([[User talk:Tyler53841|talk]]) 02:09, 18 December 2014 (UTC)

== Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article ==

The [[Ninja Boy (Trainer class)|Ninja Boys]] that hide behind cardboard trees are now optional. Also, two new trainer classes the [[Scuba Diver (Trainer class)| Scuba Diver]] and the [[Free Diver (Trainer class)| Free Diver]] were introduced to allow optional trainer battles to occur while underwater.

Since the problems with [[Double Battle]] exclusive classes had been fixed since the fourth gen, they now have vision ranges of more than one square, meaning, for example, the battle against the first twins of the game Gina and Mia are unavoidable even though the bridges are now three tiles high.

The National Dex is now obtainable after you've just finished beaten Groudon or Kyogre. Thus, the trainers within the [[Victory Road (Hoenn)| Hoenn Victory Road]] had their teams modified to include Pokémon not native to Hoenn. Also, when you obtain the National Dex, it's possible to find Pokémon not within the Hoenn dex on most routes using the DexNav.

Also, Wally and the Elite Four aren't the only trainers to include a Pokémon retroactively added to the Hoenn dex - [[Pokémon Breeder (Trainer class)|Pokémon Breeder]] Lydia of [[Hoenn Route 117|Route 117]]'s Rosalina had been retroactively turned into a Budew. In addition, [[Gabby and Ty]] will eventually evolve their Magnemite into a Magnezone when you rematch them enough times.

Lastly, all the overworld Pikachu had been turned into other Pokémon species for the remake. The only way to see one in-game is to either trade for them, win your first contest (in order to get Cosplay Pikachu), encounter a wild Pikachu in the [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] or encounter the very few trainers who use Pikachu on their teams.

Incidentally, Sky Battles as known from {{gameabbrev3|XY}} does ''not'' appear in these games. It's possible to encounter wild Pokémon in the sky using the Eon Flute, yes, but the battle's treated like a standard battle instead of a Sky Battle and thus, there's no limits on what Pokémon you can bring and what moves you can use.

--[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 22:29, 17 December 2014 (UTC)
:Unavoidable is a wrong word, since you can always just use one Pokémpon. Also, {{smw|Rosalina}} is the wrong franchise. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 11:47, 18 December 2014 (UTC)
::It's called a typo (I meant {{p|Roselia}}). Anyway, I was talking about "unavoidable" as in you're forced to fight them if you have two or more Pokémon on you. I know they can be skipped if you only have one Pokémon on your team. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 12:10, 18 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Slimey Removed my part that says: Lydia's Roselia is now replaced by Budew thing. --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 15:28, 4 January 2015 (UTC)

== Clothes ==

So apparently Brendan and May clothes are different colors depending on the game. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 09:45, 5 February 2015 (UTC)

== Delta Episode ==

So far I haven't seen any kind of article dedicated to detailing the [[Delta Episode]], but it is a pretty noteworthy portion of the game. Was this going to be worked on, or has it been something that would end up being a stub? --{{unsigned|CWallace}}
:It's a {{bp|Project Games|high priority}}, it's just that no one's gotten around to it. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 04:39, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
::I'm new to the Bulbapedia community, who has permissions to create new pages? --[[User: CWallace |C. Wallace]] ''[[User talk: CWallace |Shout out!]]'' 04:58, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
:::{{bp|Autoconfirmed users}}. I've just stubbed it out with the bare bones, so anyone who has the will to expand it can edit it now. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 05:15, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
::::Thanks, I've started working on it. It seems like there is a lot of valuable info on the [[Zinnia]] page. --[[User: CWallace |C. Wallace]] ''[[User talk: CWallace |Shout out!]]'' 05:51, 20 February 2015 (UTC)

== Completing Pokédex ==

I'm sorry this isn't really related to the wiki was just searching for some people who knew what they were talking about.
I was wondering if there was any way to complete the national Pokédex without use of the GTS. I thought probably not but using GTS feels like going against the whole point of "gotta catch em all". So if I can that would be great. I know there is poke bank but that costs money. Then there is action replay which is for cheaters.
My friend code is 0731-4795-7660
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 23:22, 17 March 2015 (UTC)
:The [[List of Pokémon by availability]] says that the National Pokédex can only be completed with X, Y, Omega Ruby, '''and''' Alpha Sapphire. You'll have to trade at some point. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 23:58, 17 March 2015 (UTC)
Okay so i have to have both X and Y and both Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire?
Also in the [[List of Pokémon by availability]] is says FS in the corner. What does that mean? i think it means friend safari but im not positive
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 14:30, 18 March 2015 (UTC)
Also it says Ditto can be caught in Mirage Cave or Mirage Forest but when I go there it says I have caught every possible Pokémon. Any idea where I can get a ditto? Also I want to get a shiny ditto for the Masuda Method but I don't know what gender it needs to be.
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 19:34, 20 March 2015 (UTC)

== Change our abbreviation? ==
According to both [[Pokémon.com]] and the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]], the official abbreviation is "ΩRαS". I know "ORAS" is easier to type, but isn't "Pokemon" over "Pokémon"? And we still use the latter because it's official. I'm not saying we should change it right away, but it's something we should think about. [[User:Technickal|Technickal]] ([[User talk:Technickal|talk]]) 14:22, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
:The thing is, ORAS is at least as valid an abbreviation as "ΩRαS". It's the difference between abbreviating "Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire" vs "Ω Ruby and α Sapphire". (Though technically, the official titles don't ''actually'' use either "Ω" or "α"; in short, Pokemon.com is just stylizing the "abbreviation".) But the thing is, I don't think we should expect people to be familiar enough with Greek letters to easily understand "ΩRαS". For that reason alone, I think we should definitely prefer "ORAS".
:Also, FWIW, I don't think abbreviations like GSC, RSE, etc. have generally seen official use. To my knowledge, "ΩRαS" may be the first. By this I mean to say, if we've been using abbreviations for our own convenience thus far, I don't know if we should care too much about "ΩRαS" now. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 14:56, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
::ORAS is used in [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ some official URLs], which is why we went with it rather than ΩRαS. I wouldn't be opposed to using ΩRαS though. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 14:59, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
:::Hmm...I guess we'll leave it for now. Technically "[[Pokémon X and Y|XY]]" is the first official abbreviation, but that doesn't really count since it's...you know...not really an abbreviation. "DP" could also count; it was used on some seasons of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, but I don't know if it also would apply to the games or just the anime. Thanks for your replies. [[User:Technickal|Technickal]] ([[User talk:Technickal|talk]]) 15:38, 10 May 2015 (UTC)

== Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. ==

Creating this here to prevent an edit war. I had originally phrased it to include the words "backwards compatibility" mode, yet it was changed to the current wording be more "concise and clear". I've eventually altered it to a variation of the same words I used when I've already added the example because of "awkward wording", only for it to be reverted by Glik.

When I said "awkward wording", I really should've said "inaccurate" - the game really does fallback in a sort of a "backwards compatibility" mode called the "Kalos ruleset" whenever the games communicate with copies of [[Pokémon X and Y]]. Technically, it's not that the items are incompatible to X and Y. It's the fact that they're forbidden within the so-called "Kalos ruleset".

I would've changed it back to my wording and change the words "backwards compatibility" (which I do admit to being jargon) to "Kalos ruleset" if it wasn't for my concerns of starting an edit war. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 00:20, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
:Battle formats aren't the only form of inter-game communication. The additions are incompatible, regardless of any compatibility mode, because they don't exist within X and Y's code. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 00:30, 24 August 2015 (UTC)
::That may be so, but even then, it's technically still a form of "backwards compatibility" since the game, itself, is programmed to prevent Pokémon holding those items and Pokémon with those moves from being used within any sort of "communication" between these games and X and Y. I know enough of computers to know that's the most likely method used to stop them from being used within communication between these games, as for all we know, if it weren't for the existence of that "backwards compatibility" mode, automatically enabled when the games tries to communicate with copies of X and Y, Pokémon with those move and items could still be traded even though they aren't programmed into X and Y, resulting in those Pokémon knowing glitch moves and holding onto glitch items as long as they're within X and Y.

::This is possible between {{gameabbrev1}} and {{gameabbrev2}}, where via a use of glitches, it's possible to trick the game into allowing you to trade Pokémon introduced within the second gen, as well as Pokémon knowing moves that only exist from second gen onward, into a first gen game. Since they're obviously not programmed into the game, they transform into glitch Pokémon and glitch moves, respectively. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 09:26, 24 August 2015 (UTC)

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-24T00:20:41Z

KarjamP: /* Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. */ Whoops.

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-24T00:20:13Z

KarjamP: /* Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. */ new section

==Interwiki==
Don't forget the interwikis! <nowiki>[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]] [[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]] [[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]</nowiki> Btw... why you are protect all pages, that are related in any form with the new remakes? Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany... [[User:Tobutz98|Tobutz98]] ([[User talk:Tobutz98|talk]]) 19:17, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
: Pages related to any breaking news are generally protected to prevent wild speculation or misinformation from being added. I'm not sure if there's a specific place or way to request edits to locked pages, sadly. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 19:36, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
::The place to request edits for locked pages is on their talk page, or the talk page of a staff member. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 19:55, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Add Template==
I think it would be wise that one of the Admins put "Template:Upcoming notice" or a different template I could not find on this page because it is new unless I am wrong and this is not necessary because of the page protection. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 21:30, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Edit suggestions==
* "<nowiki>are the secondary [[paired version]]s of [[Generation VI]]</nowiki>" implies that every subsequent generation has had "secondary paired versions" (a phrase that is being used to represent both remakes and sequels), which is incorrect. Why not just copy and customize the text from the intros of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}?
* "Both games were revealed {{tt|during|in}} a worldwide announcement by the official Pokémon {{tt|websites,|remove comma}} on May 7, 2014. The paired versions will be released worldwide {{tt|during|in}} November 2014."
* Change "<nowiki>[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire]]</nowiki>" to "<nowiki>{{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}</nowiki>" —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 05:29, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Hello, I have made some changes as you have requested. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Thanks, trom. However, it says that November 2014 is the release ''date'', but I think this should say ''release period''. Also, "PAccording to the press release which announced the games" should be "According to the press release that announced the games". Some users seem to think that ''which'' can replace ''that'' in this instance because I see it often, but this is folly. For instance, the phrasing "The book, which I read last night, was exciting" must use ''which'' and not ''that'', while "The book that I read last night was exciting" is the opposite (but may also omit ''that'' entirely). —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] (UTC) 09:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Folly indeed. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==Trailer Video==
Can an admin add this to the page??
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|pokemon|Hoenn}}
 --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 08:18, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Done, although I dislike that template so I chose not to use it. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Don't mind me, but may I ask why you don't like that template ?? --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:09, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

==Poké Transporter==
If these games use the Poké Transporter, like [[Pokémon X and Y|X and Y]], will it be worth noting that these are the first remakes to be compatible with the originals, if indirectly?
[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions]] → [[Pal Park]] → [[Generation IV]] → [[Poké Transfer]] → [[Generation V]] → [[Poké Transporter]] → [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] | [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 14:46, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:It is currently unknown if they will use the Poke Transporter.  --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:35, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::That wasn't my question. I said ''if'' they do, will this be worth noting? [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 15:27, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Even if they don't, they'll still be compatible with the originals via Poke Transporter to XY, then trade to ORAS. It's still speculative to say it yet, but as soon as either Poke Transporter or trade capability is revealed, I would think it'd be notable that they're the ''only'' ones (not just the first, since first is of debatable notability for some things). [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:20, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::It's certainly worth noting in my opinion, but i also think that the admins should approve it. And @Pumpkinking, they are ''currently'' the only ones,but ''if'' in the future a remake of DP is announced, we'll have to change the wording. --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:34, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
They are compatible with Poke Bank and there for Poke Transfer. Any way someone already edited that in. [[User:AbsolX|AbsolX]] ([[User talk:AbsolX|talk]]) 23:58, 15 December 2014 (UTC)

==Press Release Description==
The second paragraph "According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will to take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world." should be changed to reflect that this is not a new game as "spectacular new world" implies.
The official website also gives a far more accurate description of the game http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/
[[User:Luneth|Luneth]] ([[User talk:Luneth|talk]]) 15:31, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:So why don't we just delete the "new" in "a spectacular new world"? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 16:03, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Modifying any quote typically makes the quote unusable. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It isn't really a quote because the video never mentions "a spectacular new world". Only "an epic new adventure" and "a dramatic new world". [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 19:01, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::[http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Omega_Ruby,_Pok%C3%A9mon_Alpha_Sapphire_announced It's a quote from the official press release.] [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::::Can we at least put "an epic new adventure in a spectacular new world" in quotes? --[[User:KommanderAwesome|KommanderAwesome]] ([[User talk:KommanderAwesome|talk]]) 20:23, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::::Not the way in your comment since that would be combining two quotes together. The largest stretch I can see is, the games will take players on "an epic new adventure" to "a dramatic new world." Still, I believe the wording on the article is the best so far. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:57, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==New information from Serebii==

we should include this info from todays news: http://www.serebii.net/index2.shtml

"Following its reveal yesterday, there has been some question as to the actual content of Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, as to whether they're remakes or new versions due to the wording of the announcement. During the Investor Briefing today, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are full-remakes of the 2002 releases, Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. We'll bring more on these games as it comes
Edit @ 15:38: The Japanese arm of The Pokémon Company sent out an e-mail to all Daisuki Club members which ends up pointing out the differences to Groudon & Kyogre on the box-art, stating that they're showcasing "never before seen Pokémon", the same terminology they used for Black & White Kyurem, as well as Mega Mewtwo Y upon their reveal, indicating that they are more than stylised artwork of the Pokémon. We'll bring more on this as it comes"

[[User:Pearlgamez|Pearlgamez]] ([[User talk:Pearlgamez|talk]]) 20:07, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Serebii should not be used as a source. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:43, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::I personally received that email and did not see any indication this was true. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::I agree serebii should not be used as a source. Speculation about the differences to Groudon & Kyogre seems to indicate they may be mega-evolutions of the originals, but as no official information about mega-evolutions in the remakes has been announced it can't be used in this article. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 02:12, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
::::I also agree. Serebii should not be used as a source, or else Pidgeot would be blue and Magikarp would be a Psychic-type. [[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 12:03, 28 May 2014 (UTC)Espurr101

== Use of the word Remake ==

Should we really use the word "remake" quite yet?

I know from previous patterns, the naming of the games and all that points to remakes, but at this point in time they might just be sequels or new games entirely. They even mention a new world, and the guy who gives the idol mentions a new region, so this might not take place in Hoenn at all.

I'm really just playing devil's advocate here, but we should watch the wording on the article for now. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 06:59, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:You haven't followed the news, have you? They were [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/library/events/140508/index.html confirmed] to be remakes yesterday. You should do your "homework" more often before you're posting questions.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 07:17, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

::I've been following the news since it broke, but every tweet and article just repackaged/re-tweeted the same info. 99% of every article I found on the subject of the remakes just quoted the blurb from the trailer. That article you linked to was the first OFFICIAL piece of news I've seen that gave details on the remakes. You can't expect to do biology homework if all the school has are math books.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 11:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::On the second thought, I was too harsh for you. Unlike what I thought, the link to the official statement has ''not'' been posted to almost any fan or official site; everyone just believes what Serebii says. Sorry about that.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:37, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::Its ok, like Dawn always says, No Need To Worry. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 20:04, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

=='Oras' is the Lithuanian word for 'Weather'==
The name of the games is likely a play on the letters theme started with XY (ie. the Greek letters 'Α' and 'Ω'), and the Lithuanian word for weather, [https://translate.google.com/#en/lt/weather Oras] -- weather being one of the prominent elements of RSE. Sounds like a interesting fact to add to the Trivia section. --[[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash Pokemaster]] ([[User talk:Ash Pokemaster|talk]]) 13:07, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

:It could also be a reference to the phrase "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in the Book of Revelation. Usually the phrase refers to Christ or God and typically is taken as meaning "I am the Beginning and the End". Possibly a hint that the story could involve Pokemon gods in some way. Interesting to note that Arceus is the 'Alpha' Pokemon according to the Pokedex and is the closest thing to a Pokemon 'God' we've seen as it was supposedly the creator of the Pokemon world. Perhaps we might see the 'Omega' Pokemon, or in other words, the 'End' or destroyer. (Basically the Pokemon Satan) - [[User:PsychoP|PsychoP]] ([[User talk:PsychoP|talk]]) 18:01, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::We don't know what's going to happen in the games and this isn't the place for speculation. And no. That would require them making an actual new Pokemon, which won't happen in a remake. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 18:19, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:::We already have an alpha Pokemon, Arceus, and Giratina is based of the devil. Although, X and Y did kind of have the alpha and omega thing going, as Xerneas is the life Pokemon and Yveltal is the destruction Pokemon. Maybe Groudon and Kyogre will get alpha an omega forms. Idk, better wait for CoroCoro. {{unsigned|Espurr101}}

I think Bob Ross said it best, and what we have on our hands here is "a little happy mistake." It's just pure coincidence I am sure. Also Delta Emerald has been registered, and if they broke the mold and released that, it would be ORASDE which means nothing at all. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)

==No evident that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are in the Generation VI==
We should at least wait for the announcement of cross-game communication of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to be sure if they are indeed Generation VI. And according to this:
:"A generation, in terms of the Pokémon franchise, is a subset of the series that debuted or is set around the same time, focusing on the same region, and featuring the same Pokémon."
I don't think they are Generation VI at all if we go by this definition. We should probably change that. Besides, Generations may be separated by their methods of inter-game communications. I don't think, currently, there is anything we can say about battling or sending Pokemon from or to these games from or to X and Y.

Originally posted in [[Talk:Generation]] by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 06:55, 8 May 2014 (UTC).
Moved here by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:48, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:It's totally safe to assume that Hoenn remakes aren't introducing a new generation, especially when there are lots of unreleased Gen VI stuff and the XY anime series isn't even in the halfway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:19, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::It is safe, but an encyclopaedia is obligated to only display information that is evidental. I won't have a problem if we put up "probably" or "highly speculated" instead of "part of". -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:26, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It's obviously generation VI. That is a guaranteed fact. Sure, it hasn't been stated, but it doesn't need to be stated. Generation VI is the current generation. Each generation starts with a brand new game in a brand new region with brand new Pokémon. It won't start with a remake. It's only logical that this is a Generation VI game. Also, it's being released on the same generation console as other Gen VI games which further backs up this point. It's Gen VI and although it hasn't been stated, there is enough evidence to make that claim. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 12:36, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::That way, we will have to refine our definitions of a generation. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:52, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::: In my honest opinion (although everyones views are different as I can see on here lol) but until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should be considered Generation VI games until further notice, and also, a lot of clues and hints in Pokemon X and Y further hinted that Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire would be remade, so it makes sense (to me anyways), but also Generation VI is not completed yet (that we know of) as we have seen in all other generations that either a 3rd game (Yellow, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum) or in the case of Generation V (Black 2 and White 2) were released to complete a Generation. And just like Generation III we had Ruby & Sapphire release first followed by FireRed & LeafGreen then Emerald, then in Generation IV we had Diamond, Pearl, Platinum then followed by HeartGold & SoulSilver. So far it seems that Generation VI is following the pattern of Generation III (so far, that is). But mind you, thats just my opinion, but like I said at the start of my "rant" (lol) until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should still be considered Generation VI until further notice. Demers-Vachon 10:44, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::I agree. They never start a generation with remakes. They only start a generation with a new region full of new Pokémon. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire would more likely focus on the Generation III Pokémon than to introduce new ones. In FireRed and LeafGreen, you only met the original 150 Pokémon before getting the National Pokédex to catch Johto Pokémon and trade with Hoenn for the then-current Pokémon. FireRed LeafGreen didn't introduce any new Pokémon. They only brought back the classic Pokémon. HeartGold and SoulSilver did tweak the Johto Pokédex a bit to include five Gen IV evolutions that resulted from moves (although, I don't get why they didn't just put a move tutor in Kanto.) So HeartGold and SoulSilver didn't introduce any Pokémon. And X and Y had just came out last October. That was only 7 months ago, so if Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire started Generation VII, Gen 6 would be the shortest generation ever. The possibility of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire starting a new generation is slim. [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 11:16, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::::I agree that these should be considered Generation VI, at least until we discover otherwise. While it is possible that we may get a new generation, the odds are incredibly small. Additionally, Pokémon tends to keep all of its media together. Even if X and Y are the only video games in Generation VI, I find it unlikely that Nintendo would push for a Generation VII when Ash Ketchum still has to finish his journey through Kalos in the anime, the Pokémon Adventures X and Y chapter is just getting started, and not even all Generation VI Pokémon have been made available as TCG cards. Heck, we still have yet to see the release of Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa in the video games, so even the video games cannot be finished here. Finally, I must correct you on something, SeanWheeler. FireRed and LeafGreen did actually introduce a new Pokémon: Deoxys. There were no events for it prior to the release of FRLG and when the events occurred, it could only be obtained in FRLG, not in Ruby and Sapphire. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 22:37, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

Also, please remind me if "Generations" are the official creations or simply how it is defined in the fandom? I think we should judge if certain titles are in a certain generation according to an objective definition. I understand that it is highly probable to see it released as in the Generation VI. But this is not a confirmed fact or official announcement, but a derived theory. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 22:52, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:The term generation has been used by official sources, such as Pokemon.com and the boxes of DP. Several traits that typically signify a new generation are not present, like no new region and no new Pokémon. Frankly, I think this whole argument is pointless. It's obvious that it's going to be released within this generation and at this rate we'll only keep going around in circles. It's really not worth continuing. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:10, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:Sorry about that then. I thought Generations were something we created to group the titles. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 07:59, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::: I agree with what "Pokemaster" had said earlier, this topic is just going around in circles until the games are released in November. I do firmly believe that Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire is part of Generation VI. If those games were to begin Generation VII, then I highly doubt they would have had Ash in Kalos, or if they did, he would have gotten 6 to 7 gym badges by now (more in reference to the Japan episodes that has aired already not the English ones) and from what I have seen, he so far only has one gym badge obtained and caught 2 pokemon (Froakie & Fletchling). But thats just my thoughts about it. Demers-Vachon 08:56, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::::::It's possible they will add more pokemon, but only gen VI ones, I doubt they'll touch the original gens ones... However, that being said and all, they've just started using Mega evolutions, I doubt they will drop them, so we may see many new mega evolutions instead of new pokemon. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 01:55, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

It is going in circles and no conclusion can be drawn. This is precisely what I wanted to say: We don't have official confirmation on which Generation this is in. On the page, there is this row: part of Generation VI. It looks like some official words. No matter how logical the derivations are, they are just speculations. There is not any canonical material or announcement making this claim. I have not been questioning its correctness. I have been questioning its validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 03:14, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

::While there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VI, there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VII either. It could be either one. So the article should use whichever is more likely, which is Generation VI. You may think that we shouldn't make assumptions like that, but you have to remember that Nintendo never said that X and Y were a part of Generation VI. Or any of the other games were part of their respective Generations. So we will never have any official proof, because the very idea of generations is unofficial. (The boxes of Diamond/Pearl did say "A new generation", but that's just marketing crap. It could have just as easily said "a new adventure". And either way, "a new generation" doesn't necessarily mean Generation IV. For all we know, Nintendo classified every game before DP as a single generation, and every game since then is Generation II). This being the case, even when the games come out, it's likely that we won't know what generation to put. It's entirely fan-made. So, we do the logical thing of putting what most fans would classify this as. And in that regard, there's no reason why we can't put Generation VI now. Of course, when the games come out, if we see that there is enough separating it from X and Y, such as incompatibility, new Pokémon, a new region (technically the "Hoenn Confirmed!" meme is wrong - Hoenn has not been confirmed), etc., then fans may choose to reclassify it as Generation VII. If that's the case, we can edit the article at the time to reflect the shift in the fans's views. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 03:39, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

I was not questioning if there is any probability of it coming out as Generation VII. I was questioning, even if it is very probable to be Generation VI, the validity is that it is deduced or speculated, even based on many objective observations. But none of the quoted are as valid as an official release. If "Generation" is The Pokemon Company's official terms, we cannot say something is or is not without the company first says so. If, instead, "Generation" is what the fandom creates, "official" means the stance de facto in the fandom, hence, verifiable and objective criteria and definitions. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 05:30, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:We don't need them to flat out state they are part of Generation VI. They only use the word Generation when a new one starts, and it's always when a new region is introduced and new Pokémon (not new forms) are introduced. Suggesting that they are part of a completely different Generation is ridiculous. There is only one Generation at a time. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 06:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

Please, read again. I have not suggested they are part of a completely different Generation. I have not suggested any possibility. I only questioned the validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:41, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:Nothing is being changed, and this discussion is closed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:54, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

== Mega Evolutions ==

I know we can't state this to be a confirmed fact, but comparing Groudon and Kyogre here to their usual appearance seems to indicate they're in a different form. Perhaps it's a mega evolution? [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 00:25, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
:Talk pages are for the improvement of the article, not for idle discussion of the article's topic. Use [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/forum.php the forums] if you're interested in speculating about potential Mega Evolutions for the new games. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 01:06, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
::I was unsure as to whether that should be taken note of on this page, given its visibility on the box art, but seeign as it's unconfirmed I will take my leave to the forums. [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 04:47, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== English official site ==

This should be added as an official site in the infobox as it is on the other games: [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== PEGI rating ==

Shouldn't the PEGI rating be 7, as it shows in [http://youtu.be/7xPhlAas1ik this video]? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 15:25, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:Right underneath that it says Provisional, which means it could change. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 17:10, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
::I'm sorry, I'm from the Netherlands, so I didn't know what it meant, I thought it was just some kind of company name or something like that. [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 20:21, 26 May 2014 (UTC)

== Delta Emerald ==

So apparently Delta Emerald has been registered. Is this worth noting on the article? [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:42, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
:There's been countless trademarks like this before and they've not been mentioned (Such as Water Blue) so it doesn't seem necessary. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
::Even though Game Freak/Nintendo may or may not use the "Delta Emerald" trademark, I think it warrants some sort of mention (a single sentence would suffice, and there are [http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/05/29/pokemon-delta-emerald-trademark-surfaces other sources]/[http://mynintendonews.com/2014/05/29/nintendo-trademarks-pokemon-delta-emerald/ websites] covering it as well), primarily due to the term apparently being registered around the same time as "OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire" (and it is the only trademark that is a feasible parallel to the OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire names with the "Greek letter + precious gemstone" construct). I personally think ''WaterBlue'' merits a similar mention -- due to its same-time registration with ''FireRed/LeafGreen'' (and being the closest parallel to those terms with the "element + color" construct) and the matter that Game Freak actually addressed the "LeafGreen title retaining" issue at one point. [[User:Fenyx4|Fenyx4]] ([[User talk:Fenyx4|talk]]) 22:51, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
:::My only concern with this is was any Crystal remake title trade marked with HGSS? We know Gray was trade marked before B2W2[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:24, 1 June 2014 (UTC)

== Coro Coro leak ==

The Coro Coro leak is out with new information. Swampert and Sceptile has Mega Evolutions. Brendan and May are confirmed. Teams Aqua and Magma were shown. Steven apparently has a Mega Charizard X. When are we going to update this article? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 21:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:No content regarding the CoroCoro leaks are going to be added until it can be known they aren't fake. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 21:48, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::So how are leaks proven real? It may be easy to detect ridiculous leaks but what about leaks as convincing as this that everyone's talking about? Other fansites like Serebii believe it. But how do we know when a leak is real? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 22:47, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::When the issue is published, we will know it's real. That's fairly obvious. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 22:51, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Don't forget, Diancie is getting a mega too. --[[User:SuperPikaBros|Super]][[User talk:SuperPikaBros|Pika]][[Special:Contributions/SuperPikaBros|Bros]] 23:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, the first Mega Evolution of a Kalos Pokémon. When is the issue actually coming out? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 23:23, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::The 13th. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:27, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
If True, this also would make Diancie the only Pokémon so far to have a Mega form that isn't in Gens I-IV. Gen V still has no Megas as of yet.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 23:36, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:So what is a faster way to determine it's authenticity? I don't want to wait 6 days. I want the information here now! [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 00:05, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::Being impatient isn't going to make it come faster. You have to wait, that is life.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:07, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::Well, looks like the images have been posted on the Archives and my article was published on Bulbanews. It now looks as if Bulbagarden has accepted the leak as official. Question is, is Bulbapedia? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 14:41, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Well, it is CoroCoro so the information might be correct, but the impact of speculations has risen since the first trailer. Probably because of that. [[User:KidGuardian|KidGuardian]] ([[User talk:KidGuardian|talk]]) 14:46, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Is Bulbapedia simply stricter about speculation than the other parts of Bulbagarden? The archives provide our images and the notice at the top of this page points to the Bulbagarden Forums. Bulbanews headlines are on the main page. Bulbapedia is closer to Bulbagarden than to the NIWA and Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis. Yet, Bulbanews, the forums and the Archives have already decided that it's real. Although the forums are about speculation and accepted it first, maybe they don't count. But since the News published my article and the Archives restored Coro Coro images, I'm believing they are believing the scan. In fact the Archives temporarily deleted those scans until they can be proven real. However, they may have just restored them for my [[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|news article]]? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 02:35, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::As I just said in the Mega Evolution talk page, we aren't treating this as official just yet as the leaks were leaked earlier than usual. They usually leak on the 10th of every month--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::::But according to "Ataro" in a few post above, the release date for CoroCoro this month is on the 13th (not sure if its accurate or not). Usually CoroCoro comes out on the 15th or 16th isn't it, and the leaks gets out starting from around 10th of the month. But, if the release date is early then possibly even the leaks would be out earlier. Also, this wouldn't be the first time that CoroCoro leaks are out before 10th of a month.--[[User:LatS|LatS]] ([[User talk:LatS|talk]]) 11:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::::Happens a lot actually of magazines. Scanned manga's that come out every week are actually one week ahead while their official release is after one week in Japan. Probably they caught a early copy from the issue. '''''[[User:KidGuardian|Kid]][[User talk:KidGuardian|Guardian]]''''' 00:59, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/06/10/pokemon-omega-ruby-pokemon-alpha-sapphire-release-date-announced/ Official trailer for the games], the scans are definitely legit. The new Megas and character designs are featured. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 17:58, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

== E3 2014 Announcement ==

So a new trailer for ORAS was released yesterday as part of E3 2014. It showed a lot more content, confirmed the CoroCoro leak, and displayed several bits of gameplay, including apparent Mega Evolutions for Groudon & Kyogre, in which their markings glow prominently to match their boxart artwork. I feel that this information should be added to the article, since the trailer seen was official, and therefore verifiable information from a reliable source. Since I am not permitted to edit the ''OmegaRuby & AlphaSapphire'' article, I ask that someone with access to editing add this information in.
[[User:Bowserbros|Bowserbros]] ([[User talk:Bowserbros|talk]]) 18:36, 11 June 2014 (UTC)

== Pokemon.com Screenshots ==

So the official ORAS site up on Pokemon.com has a plethora of screenshots you lot can add to this article.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 01:19, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:Many of these screenshots have been uploaded to the Archives already, haven't been added to the article yet. I'll try to add some soon. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:29, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Release date for Australia ==

I really don't see any official source in which states it's release date for Australia. The Nintendo Australia website does not have the game listed anywhere, so we don't even know what the actual release date for Australia really is. EB Games isn't a reliable source when it comes to release dates, 'cause they often will get the release dates from sites like Wikipedia or even from here.

Until Nintendo Australia confirms it's release date, I really do think we should change the release date for Australia to '''November 2014'''.[[User:Platinum Lucario|Platinum Lucario]] ([[User talk:Platinum Lucario|talk]]) 18:41, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:The Australian version of [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-au/ the official site] clearly says "Coming November 21, 2014!"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:53, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Change in infobox ==

Should the info in the infobox be changed from:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Groudon"
to:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon"
and also in the case of Primal Kyogre? Thanks.
[[User:Dinodestroyer|Dinodestroyer]] ([[User talk:Dinodestroyer|talk]]) 19:07, 21 June 2014 (UTC)

== Add trivia section? ==

I have a few things to add now

-These are the second pairs of games to not have "version" at the end.

-These are the second remakes after the Game Corner controversy

-These are the first remakes after the Pokémon Center and Pokémart being merged

I could think of a few more, but these will do.

[[User:SuperShroom63|SuperShroom63]] ([[User talk:SuperShroom63|talk]]) 01:52, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
:The first two aren't notable. In the case of the last one, images seem to have shown that the Poké Mart and Pokémon Center are no longer merged, so imo, it doesn't seem too notable. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 01:57, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
::Oh, this is the first pair of remakes with [insert change made in [[Generation V]] or [[Generation VI]]]! Yeah, not too notable. Although, if there were anything that were notable, this will be the first pair of remakes with {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon and [[Mega Evolution]]s. [[User:Black Metal Warrior|Black Metal Warrior]] ([[User talk:Black Metal Warrior|talk]]) 22:53, 2 July 2014 (UTC)
:::FireRed and LeafGreen were the first pair of remakes to have Steel type Pokémon, but we don't note that. It should be obvious.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 23:40, 2 July 2014 (UTC)

== "To" to "for". ==

I noticed the article says "... Steven Stone, the Mach Bike, and the Acro Bike will return '''to''' the first time since...", when I presume that "for" is meant to be in there instead of "to." Would someone fix this for me, please? [[User:Uncle Edit|He's here! The one and only...Uncle Edit!]] ([[User talk:Uncle Edit|talk]]) 03:19, 9 August 2014 (UTC)
:Corrected. Thanks for pointing that out. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:26, 9 August 2014 (UTC)

== Not all Mega Evolutions are on this page that have been revealed ==
Mega Salamence, Mega Metagross, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lopunny all need to be mention after Mega Sableye.--[[User:Hydreigonfan1|Hydreigonfan1]] ([[User talk:Hydreigonfan1|talk]]) 11:13, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:Taken care of. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 12:43, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
::But they weren't revealed in July issue, only in August, it should be noted in the new paragraph, with the return of Horde Encounters, new Pikachu forms... [[User:Asmod96|Asmod96]] ([[User talk:Asmod96|talk]]) 15:00, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:::To chime in on this discussion without making another section, it has been a few days since Mega Sharpedo, Mega Gallade, and Mega Camerupt were revealed. Are the admins waiting for confirmation from, for example, Pokemon.com before this makes it into the article? If the CoroCoro leak from this month is enough confirmation, could somebody with access add this to the article? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 19:27, 15 September 2014 (UTC)

== More Mega Evolutions? ==

Yesterday, the official Pokémon website of Korea accidentally revealed two new mega evolution Pokémon; Mega Slowbro and Mega Audino. Many people like myself questioned if this was real or a scam. It's the official Pokémon site of Korea. More information will come as we get it.
{{unsigned|DJMander}}

== Another Mega Evo Tidbit ==

Sorry to add onto the trend of mentioning the new megas, but currently the paragraph states at least eight Mega Evolutions and then lists ten. I'd fix it myself but of course I can't so could someone just do that for me XD [[User:Azure42|Azure/ChromeVoid42]] ([[User talk:Azure42|talk]]) 18:24, 20 August 2014 (UTC)

== No Steven Stone since Emerald? ==

Um, didn't he appear in B2W2 as a Champion? [[User:Starscream|Starscream]] ([[User talk:Starscream|talk]]) 23:13, 28 August 2014 (UTC)

== Multilingual ==

Could someone add that Nintendo HK and Taiwan have both confirmed the games will (like X/Y) contain all languages on the one card? http://www.nintendo.tw/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm http://www.nintendo.com.hk/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm Nowhere seems to have picked up on this, probably because only Nintendo HK/TW bothered to clarify this (since only HK and TW are in a region of their own, without having a local translation). - [[User:BZD|BZD]] ([[User talk:BZD|talk]]) 03:43, 22 September 2014 (UTC)

==Ratings==
The ACB has put up their ratings: [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=iuCjUqkFCF6wGgGVuaGmQQ%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXehvRbWeAhT8S4Y6t4otMG1OPPQsqEgBN79aTC4EFKrSpt Omega Ruby] and [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=KgrINBSv5pEmVtrSEn54Rw%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXeho7s65RvpUipwXyeqAqiiWKxbU3ep%252fT2e2svoiXEbxY6 Alpha Sapphire]. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 01:30, 28 September 2014 (UTC)

== Noteworthy Trivia? ==

I know remake trivia is usually ignored, but I think it would be good to add that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the first remakes (Of course, not counting things like Emerald or Platinum) to not feature the original mascot? [[User:ArtistKyurem|ArtistKyurem]] ([[User talk:ArtistKyurem|talk]]) 02:59, 5 October 2014 (UTC)
:It's still Groudon and Kyogre, just in primal reversion. So no, it's not true nor notable (since there's only three pairs, which is too small of a group).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:09, 5 October 2014 (UTC)

== Demo version link ==

I think a link to the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]] should be ''somewhere'' on this page... Maybe just in a See also section at the bottom. Or possibly even as part of [[Template:Core series]]. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:20, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:I'm sure when proper information is begun to be added to the page, there will be a section for the demo. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 20:39, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
::Why not just unlock the page? [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 20:54, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:::I'd guess they will tomorrow so those of us who can edit can get to work? --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 21:17, 20 November 2014 (UTC)

== "Display" to "Cosplay" ==

It looks like in the Blurb section it says "Pikachu likes to display?!" but on the box it says "Pikachu likes to cosplay?!" I assume this is a typo? --[[User:ArceusVsMew|avm :^)]] ([[User talk:ArceusVsMew|talk]]) 19:16, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
:That was my autocorrect. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 19:26, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. --avm :^) 19:35, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

== Prof. Birch chase ==

The page should be edited to note that Prof. Birch is chased by a Shroomish when you get a Johto starter and not a Poochyena. [[User:Hellopio|Hellopio]] ([[User talk:Hellopio|talk]]) 23:16, 6 December 2014 (UTC)

:Also, choosing another starter is ''not'' through BEATING the Elite Four a second time, just through triggering them. I went to go beat them for the second time, and discovered i was woefully unprepared. I then went off on my merry way to go training up to try again, but I eventually ended up in my house in Littleroot again, and the instant I stepped outside the door, Professor Birch was in trouble again. [[User:Zeusfireair|Zeusfireair]] ([[User talk:Zeusfireair|talk]]) 14:20, 12 December 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Please split the "Changes from Ruby & Sapphire" with '''Aesthetic changes''', '''Location changes''' and '''Gameplay changes --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 00:17, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:Agreed. It's looking a tad overloaded at the moment. Probably a subsection for move changes (TM/HM,) unless that can also be considered a gameplay change. --[[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:35, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
::Looked it over, and I agree. It will need some serious organization. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 14:30, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:::You're mention the removal of femele Psychics and Triathltes? --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 20:28, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::Done... more or less, it still needs work, but at least the titles are there. I kept a few subsections under "gameplay changes", it would be a mess otherwise (the HeartGold & SoulSilver page comes to mind) .[[User:SaniOKh|SaniOKh]] ([[User talk:SaniOKh|talk]]) 23:14, 9 January 2015 (UTC)

== Access to the Team Magma/Aqua Hideout after beating Tate and Lisa. ==

Iirc, it's blocked off after getting the Gym Badge from Tate and Lisa in Ruby/Sapphire, but it's possible to get items from the hideout even after defeating them in ORAS, regardless of whether it's before beating the Elite Four + Champion, or during the Delta Episode. This is likely to be due to elements in the Delta Episode which require access to it, but perhaps it can be mentioned under "Changes", as well?

It wasn't very obvious to me, until I accidentally returned to the hideout just before getting the gym badge from Wallace. -- [[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:42, 7 December 2014 (UTC)

== Obtaining Sinnoh and Unova starters ==

The way of obtaining those starters are incorrect. The Unova starters can be obtained AFTER the Delta Episode, and the Sinnoh starters AFTER defeating the Elite 4 the SECOND time. Please correct this! --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 14:08, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:Help me understand this... (I don't have ORAS at the moment.) If you beat the Elite Four the first time, then complete the Delta Episode, then beat the Elite Four a second time—without ever talking to Prof Birch in the meantime (unless somewhere in that you ''have'' to?)—are you telling me you could go find Prof Birch on Route 101 and get a choice of all three regional starters all in a row?
:Someone also said (somewhere) you only had to ''challenge'' the Elite Four, not beat them. Are you ''certain'' it's "defeat" and not "challenge"? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:20, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::From what I can tell each one is triggered specifically by entering and leaving your house again. So, in my case, I got the Johto starters shortly after beating the Elite Four (because I entered and left my house again after interacting with Zinnia) but this comment only JUST reminded me that I could get a Sinnoh starter even though I beat the Delta Episode days ago (because I hadn't reentered my house after leaving—I suppose I won't do so until this question has a definitive answer). I'm assuming that if you did as you suggest, then Professor Birch would give you one starter each time you re-entered and exited your house. But given the differing cutscenes for each gift, I seriously doubt you'd get all three in one go. —[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 22:32, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Got both Johto and Unova starter after beating E4 and Delta Episode the way it was mentioned so this confirms it. Still need to prepare to deal with Sinnoh Starter. -[[User:Tyler53841|Tyler53841]] ([[User talk:Tyler53841|talk]]) 02:09, 18 December 2014 (UTC)

== Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article ==

The [[Ninja Boy (Trainer class)|Ninja Boys]] that hide behind cardboard trees are now optional. Also, two new trainer classes the [[Scuba Diver (Trainer class)| Scuba Diver]] and the [[Free Diver (Trainer class)| Free Diver]] were introduced to allow optional trainer battles to occur while underwater.

Since the problems with [[Double Battle]] exclusive classes had been fixed since the fourth gen, they now have vision ranges of more than one square, meaning, for example, the battle against the first twins of the game Gina and Mia are unavoidable even though the bridges are now three tiles high.

The National Dex is now obtainable after you've just finished beaten Groudon or Kyogre. Thus, the trainers within the [[Victory Road (Hoenn)| Hoenn Victory Road]] had their teams modified to include Pokémon not native to Hoenn. Also, when you obtain the National Dex, it's possible to find Pokémon not within the Hoenn dex on most routes using the DexNav.

Also, Wally and the Elite Four aren't the only trainers to include a Pokémon retroactively added to the Hoenn dex - [[Pokémon Breeder (Trainer class)|Pokémon Breeder]] Lydia of [[Hoenn Route 117|Route 117]]'s Rosalina had been retroactively turned into a Budew. In addition, [[Gabby and Ty]] will eventually evolve their Magnemite into a Magnezone when you rematch them enough times.

Lastly, all the overworld Pikachu had been turned into other Pokémon species for the remake. The only way to see one in-game is to either trade for them, win your first contest (in order to get Cosplay Pikachu), encounter a wild Pikachu in the [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] or encounter the very few trainers who use Pikachu on their teams.

Incidentally, Sky Battles as known from {{gameabbrev3|XY}} does ''not'' appear in these games. It's possible to encounter wild Pokémon in the sky using the Eon Flute, yes, but the battle's treated like a standard battle instead of a Sky Battle and thus, there's no limits on what Pokémon you can bring and what moves you can use.

--[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 22:29, 17 December 2014 (UTC)
:Unavoidable is a wrong word, since you can always just use one Pokémpon. Also, {{smw|Rosalina}} is the wrong franchise. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 11:47, 18 December 2014 (UTC)
::It's called a typo (I meant {{p|Roselia}}). Anyway, I was talking about "unavoidable" as in you're forced to fight them if you have two or more Pokémon on you. I know they can be skipped if you only have one Pokémon on your team. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 12:10, 18 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Slimey Removed my part that says: Lydia's Roselia is now replaced by Budew thing. --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 15:28, 4 January 2015 (UTC)

== Clothes ==

So apparently Brendan and May clothes are different colors depending on the game. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 09:45, 5 February 2015 (UTC)

== Delta Episode ==

So far I haven't seen any kind of article dedicated to detailing the [[Delta Episode]], but it is a pretty noteworthy portion of the game. Was this going to be worked on, or has it been something that would end up being a stub? --{{unsigned|CWallace}}
:It's a {{bp|Project Games|high priority}}, it's just that no one's gotten around to it. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 04:39, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
::I'm new to the Bulbapedia community, who has permissions to create new pages? --[[User: CWallace |C. Wallace]] ''[[User talk: CWallace |Shout out!]]'' 04:58, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
:::{{bp|Autoconfirmed users}}. I've just stubbed it out with the bare bones, so anyone who has the will to expand it can edit it now. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 05:15, 20 February 2015 (UTC)
::::Thanks, I've started working on it. It seems like there is a lot of valuable info on the [[Zinnia]] page. --[[User: CWallace |C. Wallace]] ''[[User talk: CWallace |Shout out!]]'' 05:51, 20 February 2015 (UTC)

== Completing Pokédex ==

I'm sorry this isn't really related to the wiki was just searching for some people who knew what they were talking about.
I was wondering if there was any way to complete the national Pokédex without use of the GTS. I thought probably not but using GTS feels like going against the whole point of "gotta catch em all". So if I can that would be great. I know there is poke bank but that costs money. Then there is action replay which is for cheaters.
My friend code is 0731-4795-7660
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 23:22, 17 March 2015 (UTC)
:The [[List of Pokémon by availability]] says that the National Pokédex can only be completed with X, Y, Omega Ruby, '''and''' Alpha Sapphire. You'll have to trade at some point. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 23:58, 17 March 2015 (UTC)
Okay so i have to have both X and Y and both Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire?
Also in the [[List of Pokémon by availability]] is says FS in the corner. What does that mean? i think it means friend safari but im not positive
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 14:30, 18 March 2015 (UTC)
Also it says Ditto can be caught in Mirage Cave or Mirage Forest but when I go there it says I have caught every possible Pokémon. Any idea where I can get a ditto? Also I want to get a shiny ditto for the Masuda Method but I don't know what gender it needs to be.
[[User:608 esaj|608 esaj]] ([[User talk:608 esaj|talk]]) 19:34, 20 March 2015 (UTC)

== Change our abbreviation? ==
According to both [[Pokémon.com]] and the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]], the official abbreviation is "ΩRαS". I know "ORAS" is easier to type, but isn't "Pokemon" over "Pokémon"? And we still use the latter because it's official. I'm not saying we should change it right away, but it's something we should think about. [[User:Technickal|Technickal]] ([[User talk:Technickal|talk]]) 14:22, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
:The thing is, ORAS is at least as valid an abbreviation as "ΩRαS". It's the difference between abbreviating "Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire" vs "Ω Ruby and α Sapphire". (Though technically, the official titles don't ''actually'' use either "Ω" or "α"; in short, Pokemon.com is just stylizing the "abbreviation".) But the thing is, I don't think we should expect people to be familiar enough with Greek letters to easily understand "ΩRαS". For that reason alone, I think we should definitely prefer "ORAS".
:Also, FWIW, I don't think abbreviations like GSC, RSE, etc. have generally seen official use. To my knowledge, "ΩRαS" may be the first. By this I mean to say, if we've been using abbreviations for our own convenience thus far, I don't know if we should care too much about "ΩRαS" now. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 14:56, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
::ORAS is used in [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ some official URLs], which is why we went with it rather than ΩRαS. I wouldn't be opposed to using ΩRαS though. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 14:59, 10 May 2015 (UTC)
:::Hmm...I guess we'll leave it for now. Technically "[[Pokémon X and Y|XY]]" is the first official abbreviation, but that doesn't really count since it's...you know...not really an abbreviation. "DP" could also count; it was used on some seasons of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, but I don't know if it also would apply to the games or just the anime. Thanks for your replies. [[User:Technickal|Technickal]] ([[User talk:Technickal|talk]]) 15:38, 10 May 2015 (UTC)

== Fuss over wording of "additional moves and items" bullet point. ==

Creating this here to prevent an edit war. I had originally phrased it to include the words "backwards compatibility" mode, yet it was changed to the current wording be more "concise and clear". I've eventually altered it to a variation of the same words I used when I've already added the example because of "awkward wording", only for it to be reverted by Glik.

When I said "awkward wording", I really should've said "inaccurate" - the game really does fallback in a sort of a "backwards compatibility" mode called the "Kalos ruleset" whenever the games communicate with copies of {{Pokémon X and Y}}. Technically, it's not that the items are incompatible to X and Y. It's the fact that they're forbidden within the so-called "Kalos ruleset".

I would've changed it back to my wording and change the words "backwards compatibility" (which I do admit to being jargon) to "Kalos ruleset" if it wasn't for my concerns of starting an edit war. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 00:20, 24 August 2015 (UTC)

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-24T00:02:32Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced. As a consequence, the games are not directly compatible with Pokémon X and Y (except when using a backwards compatibility mode that forbids the later additions except the Latiosite and the Latiasite).
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-23T23:40:00Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */ It was worded awkwardly.

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced. As a consequence, the games are not directly compatible with Pokémon X and Y except when using a backwards compatibility mode that forbids the later additions.
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

User talk:KarjamP

2015-08-23T23:33:33Z

KarjamP: /* The Preview Button */

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-23T17:47:57Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */ Must stop making these mistakes and make up my mind on the wording.

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced. As a consequence, the games are not directly compatible with [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] (aside from a backwards compatibility mode that forbids the later additions).
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-23T17:44:55Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced and. As a consequence, the games are not directly compatible with [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] (aside from a backwards compatibility mode that forbids the later additions).
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-23T17:44:12Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced and, as a consequence, the games are not compatible with [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] (aside from a backwards compatibility mode that forbids the later additions).
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-23T17:43:37Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced and, as a consequence, the games are not compatible with [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games] (aside from a backwards compatibility mode that forbids the later additions).
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-08-23T17:41:55Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Compatibility and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], [[StreetPass]], [[SpotPass]], [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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==
{{spoilers}}
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 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 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 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 {{ga|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.

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.

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 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.

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 {{HM|04|Strength}} 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]].

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 [[Latias]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[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.

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.

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 {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Red Orb}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{DL|Legendary artifacts|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.

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.

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]].

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 posesses 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 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 [[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 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.

Returning home, the player overhears his/her parents discussing their plans to go see the Litleonid meteor shower 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.

Upon loading the saved game, the story continues with the [[Delta Episode]].

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]].

==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[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===
* 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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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.
**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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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 (Hoenn)|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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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 [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.
*[[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}}.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** The correct [[colored orb]] to control Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} is stolen by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, instead of the opposite one, due to the new [[Primal Reversion]] plot.
** The opposite-gendered Team Admins now serve as version counterparts rather than the same gendered ones. In other words, [[Tabitha]] is now [[Shelly]]'s counterpart instead of {{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}'s, who is now {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}'s counterpart.
** 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.
** 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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}} (though he does give the player {{TM|23|Smack Down}} for helping him at Meteor Falls). TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} 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 Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. 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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* 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.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* 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 same elderly woman in [[Lavaridge Town]] to whom the player could receive a {{p|Wynaut}} egg from can now give out a second free Pokémon egg which contains a {{p|Togepi}}.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
{{incomplete|section|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire icon}}
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* These are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
** New held items and moves were introduced and, as a consequence, the games are not compatible with [[Pokémon X and Y|the generation's main pair of games]] (outside from a backwards compatibility mode that forbids the later additions).
* These Pokémon games currently offer the greatest number of 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.
** [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-05-10T11:09:04Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}, {{tc|Mysterious Sisters}}, {{tc|Brains & Brawn}} and {{tc|Ace Duo}} trainer classes.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Backpacker}} trainer class.

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted. They instead apologize at [[Sootopolis City]] when they give the player the Magma Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter 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 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* Upon defeating or capturing {{p|Kyogre}}/{{p|Groudon}}, many Pokémon not available in [[Generation III]] become available as [[hidden Pokémon]].

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} (with the exception of {{p|Hoopa}}) recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** For localization, the script is not retranslated from the original Japanese games, instead, using almost the exact same translations from the original games, only differing where the Japanese script diverges from the original games.
** The Pokédex entries of certain Pokémon were changed entirely from the original games.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-05-02T10:24:28Z

KarjamP: Turning this into link templates.

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}, {{tc|Mysterious Sisters}}, {{tc|Brains & Brawn}} and {{tc|Ace Duo}} trainer classes.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Backpacker}} trainer class.

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted. They instead apologize at [[Sootopolis City]] when they give the player the Magma Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter 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 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.
* Upon defeating or capturing {{p|Kyogre}}/{{p|Groudon}}, many Pokémon not available in [[Generation III]] become available as [[hidden Pokémon]].

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** For localization, the script is not retranslated from the original Japanese games, instead, using almost the exact same translations from the original games, only differing where the Japanese script diverges from the original games.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-05-01T15:13:42Z

KarjamP: Tried rephrasing this for you.

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}, {{tc|Mysterious Sisters}}, {{tc|Brains & Brawn}} and {{tc|Ace Duo}} trainer classes.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Backpacker}} trainer class.

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted. They instead apologize at [[Sootopolis City]] when they give the player the Magma Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}}.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter 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 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.3
| style="text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
|
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.4
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 23, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
** For localization, the script is not retranslated from the original Japanese games, instead, using almost the exact same translations from the original games, only differing where the Japanese script diverges from the original games.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-04-23T10:55:45Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics inherited from later generations */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}, {{tc|Mysterious Sisters}}, {{tc|Brains & Brawn}} and {{tc|Ace Duo}} trainer classes.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Backpacker}} trainer class.

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter 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 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.3
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-04-23T10:51:52Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics inherited from later generations */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}, {{tc|Mysterious Sisters}} and {{tc|Brains & Brawn}} trainer classes.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].
* The addition of trainers with the {{tc|Backpacker}} trainer class.

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter 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 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.3
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-04-14T23:25:11Z

KarjamP: /* Pokémon team and battle changes */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter 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 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.3
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-04-14T23:23:11Z

KarjamP: /* Pokémon team and battle changes */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species—mainly Pokémon that were introduced since Generation III—return to Hoenn.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* 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.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* The Trainers within the {{ho|Victory Road}} now have Pokémon from the [[National Pokédex]] on their teams.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|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.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after first entering the Hall of Fame.
** 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.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.0
| style="text-align:center" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia, and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.1
| style="text-align:center" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="text-align:center" | 1.2
| style="text-align:center" | 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 [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center; {{roundybl|5px}}" | 1.3
| style="background: #FFF; text-align:center" | April 1, 2015
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Adjustments have been made for an improved gaming experience.''
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" |
|}



==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Spin-off Pokémon games

2015-04-05T08:26:41Z

KarjamP: /* Pokémon Pinball series */ Removed redundant entry.

'''Spin-off Pokémon games''' are {{pkmn|games}} that do not fit the model used by the [[core series]] and are not developed by [[Game Freak]]. These games vary widely in genre, and cover many different consoles and handheld game systems. Sometimes, it is possible to connect the [[core series]] games to certain spin-off games in order to get a reward, normally a [[Event Pokémon|special Pokémon]].

In Japan and Korea, the names of the spin-off games use Pokémon (Japanese: ポケモン, Korean: 포켓몬) instead of Pocket Monsters (Japanese: ポケットモンスター, Korean: 포켓몬스터).

==Stadium series==
{{main|Pokémon Stadium series}}
* [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)]]
* [[Pokémon Stadium (English)]]
* [[Pokémon Stadium 2]]
* [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]]

==Pikachu series==
* [[Hey You, Pikachu!]] (N64 virtual pet; player owns and explores various locations with a {{p|Pikachu}}, talking to it with a microphone)
* {{g|Channel}} ([[Nintendo GameCube|GameCube]] virtual pet; player watch TV with their Pikachu, and uses the GameCube's clock to unlock new programs)

==PokéPark series==
* [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]] (A Wii game; player takes the form of a Pikachu and competes in many minigames while befriending a variety of Pokémon)
* [[PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond]] (A Wii game; player takes the form of a Pikachu and helps to restore peace to a land with the help of friends. A sequel to the aforementioned title.)

==Pokémon Card GB series==
* {{ga|Pokémon Trading Card Game}} ([[Game Boy]] strategy game; players use Pokémon Trading Cards to battle instead of actual Pokémon)
* [[Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!]] (Game Boy strategy, similar to the first game, but including [[Generation II]] Pokémon as well. ''Only released in Japan'')

==Pokémon Pinball series==
* {{g|Pinball}} (Game Boy pinball game; players can battle and capture various [[Generation I]] Pokémon)
* {{g|Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire}} ([[Game Boy Advance|GBA]] pinball, similar to the first game, but includes [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn-native Pokémon]] only)

==Pokémon Puzzle series==
* {{g|Puzzle League}} ([[Nintendo 64|N64]] puzzle game, similar to Tetris Attack, and based on the {{pkmn|anime}}. ''Only released in North America, Australia and Europe'')
* {{g|Puzzle Challenge}} ([[Game Boy Color|GBC]] puzzle game, also similar to Tetris Attack)

==Box series==
* [[Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire]] (GameCube storage system)
* [[My Pokémon Ranch]] (WiiWare Pokémon Storage System; players can import and export Pokémon from [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions]], and [[Pokémon Platinum Version]] in Japan only. Players can view and interact with their Pokémon on [[Hayley]]'s Ranch as well as trade their Pokémon for Pokémon that Hayley asks for, take pictures, and watch certain events that certain Pokémon trigger)
* [[Pokémon Bank]] (Cloud storage for [[Generation VI]]. Pokémon transferred from a [[Generation V]] game via [[Poké Transporter]] are placed in this storage. There is an annual fee.)

==Colosseum series==
* [[Pokémon Colosseum]] (3D RPG that works the same as the [[core series]] games, except that it's on a console, it's in 3D, and has added features like [[Shadow Pokemon]] and [[snagging]]. The game takes place in [[Orre]].)
* [[Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness]] (3D RPG sequel to Pokémon Colosseum)

==Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series==
{{main|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (series)}}
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team}}
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness}}
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky}}
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (WiiWare)|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Keep Going! Blazing Adventure Squad!, Let's Go! Stormy Adventure Squad!, and Go For It! Light Adventure Squad!]]
* {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity}}

==Pokémon Ranger series==
* {{ga|Pokémon Ranger}} (DS action RPG; player is a {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}} and visits a new region, [[Fiore]])
* {{g|Ranger: Shadows of Almia}} (DS action RPG that follows the same formula as its predecessor, but includes Generation IV Pokémon and travels to a new region, [[Almia]])
* {{g|Ranger: Guardian Signs}} (DS action RPG; sequel to Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia, using the same capture style as Shadows of Almia, once again following the same formula as the previous two games, and travels to a new region, [[Oblivia]])

==Pokémon Rumble series==
{{main|Pokémon Rumble series}}
* {{g|Rumble}}
* [[Pokémon Rumble Blast]]
* [[Pokémon Rumble U]]
* [[Pokémon Rumble World]]

==Trozei series==
* {{g|Trozei!}} (DS puzzle game; players have to line up four Pokémon in a row in order for them to disappear)
* {{g|Battle Trozei}} (3DS sequel to Pokémon Trozei!)

==Puck series==
* {{g|Battrio}} (arcade game)
* {{g|Tretta}} (sequel to Battrio)
* {{g|Tretta Lab}} (3DS application for use with Tretta)

==Super Smash Bros. series==
* [[Super Smash Bros.]] (N64 fighting game that pits various Nintendo characters against each other. Pikachu and Jigglypuff are playable, while various Pokémon appear out of [[Poké Ball]]s to aid in combat)
* [[Super Smash Bros. Melee]] (GameCube sequel to Super Smash Bros., where Pichu and Mewtwo are added as playable characters. As with the previous game, a variety of Pokémon appear as helpers to the fighters, as well as Trophies)
* [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]] (Wii sequel that sees the addition of Lucario and a Pokémon Trainer as added characters while Pichu and Mewtwo do not return. As in the previous two games, a variety of Pokémon appear as extra help and trophies)
* [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]] (Sequel. Pikachu, Lucario, and Charizard will return as playable characters, and Greninja is a newcomer to the series, and Mewtwo is confirmed for upcoming DLC. Charizard is a standalone character, rather than linked to Squirtle and Ivysaur with the Pokémon Trainer.)

==Other spin-off Pokémon games==
* [[Picross NP Vol. 1]] ([[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]] game, similar to the unreleased Pokémon Picross. It included 12 Pokémon-themed puzzles, such as {{p|Togepi}})
* {{g|Snap}} (N64 first-person rail shooter; player takes pictures of Pokémon on [[Pokémon Island]])
* [[Pokémon Picross]] (GBC game; player paints by numbers. It was announced in various game magazines in 1999, but was never released)
* {{g|Dash}} (DS racing game; players play as Pikachu attempting to outrun Pokémon)
* [[Learn with Pokémon: Typing Adventure]] (DS educational game that is played with an attaching keyboard)
* [[Pokémon Conquest]] (DS tactical RPG {{wp|Fictional crossovers in video games|crossover}} between the [[Pokémon]] and {{wp|Nobunaga's Ambition}} series of games)
* [[PokéPark: Fishing Rally DS]] (DS Download Play demo)
* [[Pokédex 3D]] (3DS Pokédex for [[Generation V]])
* [[Pokédex 3D Pro]] (3DS [[National Pokédex]] for [[Generation V]])
* [[Pokémon Dream Radar]] (3DS application for {{game|Black and White|s 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2}})
* [[Pokémon Art Academy]] (3DS art game crossover between Pokémon and {{wp|Art Academy}} series)
* [[The Thieves and the 1000 Pokémon]] (3DS free downloadable, [[M17|movie]] tie-in game; players collect Pokémon to fight thieves)
* [[Pokémon Shuffle]] (3DS puzzle game)

{{Stub|Game}} 
{{Spin-off series}} 
{{Other games}} 
{{Project Sidegames notice}}

[[Category:Games|*]]

[[de:Spin-offs]]
[[it:Spin-off]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-18T09:42:04Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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 and if the Trainer would momentarily face the player as they turn.
* Pokémon will now play their secondary idle animation (if they have one) as soon as they are encountered in the wild (with the exception of all non-Hoenn legendaries except {{p|Regigigas}} who play their "Sent out of Pokéball" animation instead due to the way they are encountered in-game).
* Pokémon will now play their "special attack" animation upon evolving.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.0
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.1
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.2
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | December 03, 2014
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Fixed the issue in which the game freezes during the end credits after entering the Hall of Fame in certain game data.''
| style="background: #FFF" | Fix for the [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
|}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving unique ones.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-18T09:36:45Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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 and if the Trainer would momentarily face the player as they turn.
* Pokémon will now play their secondary idle animation (if they have one) as soon as they are encountered in the wild (with the exception of all non-Hoenn legendaries except {{p|Regigigas}} who play their "Sent out of Pokéball" animation instead due to the way they are encountered in-game).
* Pokémon will now play their "special attack" animation upon evolving.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.0
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.1
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.2
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | December 03, 2014
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Fixed the issue in which the game freezes during the end credits after entering the Hall of Fame in certain game data.''
| style="background: #FFF" | Fix for the [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
|}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving new Pokédex descriptions for these games.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-18T09:32:51Z

KarjamP: /* Trivia */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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 and if the Trainer would momentarily face the player as they turn.
* Pokémon will now play their secondary idle animation (if they have one) as soon as they are encountered in the wild.
* Pokémon will now play their "special attack" animation upon evolving.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.0
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.1
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.2
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | December 03, 2014
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Fixed the issue in which the game freezes during the end credits after entering the Hall of Fame in certain game data.''
| style="background: #FFF" | Fix for the [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
|}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
** The Pokémon introduced after {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} recycle their [[Pokédex]] descriptions from the [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of receiving new Pokédex descriptions for these games.
** The sprites of Pokémon obtainable in-game (or, in this case, their 3D models and animations) are recycled from [[Pokémon X and Y| the generation's main pair of games]] instead of being changed to something different.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-18T09:22:19Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/xHjZoJZNsTd-_XZzm5BbaHwRk5fb0jtJ Nintendo.com (Pokémon Omega Ruby)] [http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/OBUd6mL2L8yvm9zS7kfm5YJHaMK-zgh7 Nintendo.com (Pokémon Alpha Sapphire)] [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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 and if the Trainer would momentarily face the player as they turn.
* Pokémon will now play their secondary idle animation (if they have one) as soon as they are encountered in the wild.
* Pokémon will now play their "special attack" animation upon evolving.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}

==Version history==
{| 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: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Release date
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center" | Official changelog
! style="background: #{{x color light}}; text-align:center; {{roundytr|5px}}" | More information
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.0
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | {{tt|November 21, 2014|Japan, North America, Australia and South Korea}} {{tt|November 24, 2014|Europe}}
| N/A
| Initial release
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.1
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | November 25, 2014
|
* ''Adjustments have been made to make for a more fun gaming experience.''
|
|-
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | 1.2
| style="background:#FFF; text-align:center" rowspan="1" | December 03, 2014
| style="background: #FFF" |
* ''Fixed the issue in which the game freezes during the end credits after entering the Hall of Fame in certain game data.''
| style="background: #FFF" | Fix for the [[List of glitches in Generation VI#Hall of Fame freeze|Hall of Fame freeze]].
|-
|}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-17T08:54:22Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, version history, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**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 and if the Trainer would momentarily face the player as they turn.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-16T17:15:19Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, version history, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**Free Move Tutors are located in Mauville City, [[Meteor Falls]] (after the Delta Episode), and [[Sootopolis City]].
* Trainers that constantly turn 180 degrees can now spot you in in a direction they don't usually face as they turn clockwise or anti-clockwise.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-16T17:08:44Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, version history, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**Free Move Tutors are located in Mauville City, [[Meteor Falls]] (after the Delta Episode), and [[Sootopolis City]].
* Trainers that only face two directions can now spot you while they are turning clockwise or anti-clockwise.

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-13T19:05:57Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics inherited from later generations */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, version history, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since being reintroduced within [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**Free Move Tutors are located in Mauville City, [[Meteor Falls]] (after the Delta Episode), and [[Sootopolis City]].

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2015-03-13T19:04:32Z

KarjamP: /* Mechanics inherited from later generations */

{{incomplete|needs=Plot, version history, compatibility, and beta elements sections are missing}}
{{Infobox_game |colorscheme=Omega Ruby |bordercolorscheme=Alpha Sapphire|
|name=Pokémon Omega Ruby
|name2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
|jname=ポケットモンスターオメガルビー
|jname2=ポケットモンスターアルファサファイア
|boxart=Omega Ruby EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Alpha Sapphire EN boxart.png
|caption=Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}
|caption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Kyogre}}
|jbox=Omega Ruby JP boxart.png
|jbox2=Alpha Sapphire JP boxart.png
|jcaption=Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese boxart
|jcaption2=Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese boxart
|category = RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|gen_series = [[Generation VI]]
|link_method=[[Nintendo 3DS|3DS Wireless]], StreetPass, SpotPass, [[Nintendo Network]], [[Infrared|IR]]
|platform = [[Nintendo 3DS]]
|Wi-Fi compatible = Yes
|release_date_ja = November 21, 2014
|release_date_au = November 21, 2014
|release_date_eu = November 28, 2014
|release_date_na = November 21, 2014
|release_date_kr = November 21, 2014
|publisher = [[Nintendo]]/[[The Pokémon Company]]
|developer = [[Game Freak]]
|esrb =E
|pegi=7
|cero=A
|acb=PG
|grb=ALL
|staff = no
|stafflink = Staff of Pokémon X and Y
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/oras/ Official Japanese site]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/ Official English site]
}}


'''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 new 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.



==Pre-release information==
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 Contests]] 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 [[Mach Bike]], the [[Acro Bike]], and third-generation [[player character]]s [[Brendan]] and [[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. At least ten new [[Mega Evolution]]s will debut 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 — [[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]].

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).

==Blurb==
Ancient Powers Reawaken!

Start your Pokémon adventure now! 
Behold the true Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}! 
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 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.
* The {{type|Fairy}} and the new neutral match-up {{t|Steel}} has to {{t|Ghost}} and {{t|Dark}}.
* [[Pokémon-Amie]] and [[Super Training]]
* [[Horde Encounter]]s
** Occasionally, five-versus-one Horde Battles can also occur with Trainers.
* [[Battle Resort]] and [[Battle Maison]] replace the Battle Tower.
* 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.
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.
* [[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 magnetic field where {{p|Nosepass}} and {{p|Magneton}} can be evolved.
Other consequences of updates from later generations include:
* 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.
* Physical and Special moves are now determined by the move itself rather than type.
* [[Time]] flowing from day to night as it was since [[Generation IV]].

===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 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.
* After the Groudon/Kyogre event, the player can use the {{DL|List of key items in Generation 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 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 {{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.
*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 [[Rydel's Cycles|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 Suit{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua Suit{{sup/6|AS}} which is not only used during the Primal Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} awakening cinematic scenes, but later serves as a space suit when confronting Deoxys during the Delta Episode.
*The introduction of the {{tc|Scuba Diver}} and {{tc|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 redesigned and renamed [[Sea Mauville]]. Its backstory has also been greatly expanded.
* [[Scorched Slab]] has been greatly expanded, encompassing four floors now. {{p|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 {{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 opening and closing 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.

====Gameplay changes====
=====Mechanics=====
* 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.
* {{DL|Soaring in the sky|Mirage spot}}s are added as an apparent evolution of the [[Mirage Island]] mechanic.
* [[Pokémon Contest]]s are now called Pokémon Contest Spectaculars
** The Beauty category has been renamed to Beautiful and Smart has been renamed to Clever.
** [[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 Contests stats maxed out.
* 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]].
* 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, 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.
**Free Move Tutors are located in Mauville City, [[Meteor Falls]] (after the Delta Episode), and [[Sootopolis City]].

=====Story=====
* {{Steven}}'s plot has been expanded to encompass a search for the secrets of the [[Mega Stone]]s.
* Steven can no longer be encountered in [[Granite Cave]] before defeating [[Brawly]], as a line of NPCs will block the path.
* 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. His new area of interest is brought up once more after the encounter with Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, when the departed species return to Hoenn, which are Pokémon that were introduced in Generations {{gen|IV}}, {{gen|V}}, and {{gen|VI}}.
* Relating to Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}...
** 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.
** During the encounter with the team leaders at Mt. Pyre, {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}} or {{FB|Aqua Admin|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]]. At the end of this mission, Steven gives the player the [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]].
** Latios{{sup/6|OR}} or Latias{{sup/6|AS}} 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 side quest, which originally started after defeating [[Norman]] and obtaining {{m|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 {{TM|27|Return}}. TM27 can still be found in [[Pacifidlog Town]].
** During the Delta Episode, Steven upgrades the [[PokéNav Plus]] in order to contact the player at certain points during the event. This is a homage to the Match Call feature from Pokémon Emerald.
** Similar to Pokémon Emerald, the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] is taken over during the events of the Delta Episode by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} or Team Aqua{{sup/6|AS}} and the player must team up with Steven to correct the situation, including a Double Battle at the end.
*** Unlike the Multi Battle against Team Magma from Emerald, the player and Steven's opponents from Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}} 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 Groudon{{sup/6|OR}} or Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}. The scene where the player accompanies the team leaders returning the orbs to [[Mt. Pyre]] and apologizing for their actions has been omitted.

=====Pokémon team and battle changes=====
* 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.
* {{p|Slugma}} takes {{p|Numel}}'s place in May or Brendan's original Ruby and Sapphire lineup if their starter is not Torchic.
* 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]].
* Brendan or May will also challenge the player after the credits have ended. In this battle, their starter can Mega Evolve.
* 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.
* {{ga|Wally}}'s {{p|Ralts}} eventually evolves into {{p|Gallade}} instead of {{p|Gardevoir}}, and is able to Mega Evolve as Gallade.
* [[Steven Stone]]'s {{p|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 {{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.
* The Legendary Pokémon {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}}, {{p|Regigigas}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Giratina}}, {{p|Virizion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, {{p|Kyurem}}, {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, {{p|Landorus}}, and {{p|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. It can also change its [[Form differences|forme]] freely via a meteorite in Professor Cozmo's house in [[Fallabor Town]], as opposed to Generation III where its forme was dependent on the game it was in.
* {{p|Spiritomb}} may also be encountered through a special method in [[Sea Mauville]].
* Whereas in Emerald, [[Professor Birch]] would reward the player with their choice of a [[Johto]] {{pkmn2|starter}} upon completing the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number|Hoenn Pokédex]], now, he will give it to the player when he is found on {{rt|101|Hoenn}} after defeating the Elite Four for the first time.
** 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 Elite Four are challenged once more.

==Version-exclusive Pokémon==
{| style="margin:auto"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{omega ruby color}}; border:5px solid #{{omega ruby color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Omega Ruby}}
|-
|
{| 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|141|Kabutops|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|250|Ho-Oh|2|Fire|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|274|Nuzleaf|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|275|Shiftry|2|Grass|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|303|Mawile|2|Steel|Fairy}}
{{Moveentrytm|335|Zangoose|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|338|Solrock|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|383|Groudon|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|410|Shieldon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|411|Bastiodon|2|Rock|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|484|Palkia|2|Water|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|538|Throh|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|566|Archen|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|567|Archeops|2|Rock|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|690|Skrelp|2|Poison|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|691|Dragalge|2|Poison|Dragon}}

|}
|}
|
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color}}; border:5px solid #{{alpha sapphire color light}}"
|-
! {{color|FFF|Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
|
{| 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|139|Omastar|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|249|Lugia|2|Psychic|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|271|Lombre|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|272|Ludicolo|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|302|Sableye|2|Dark|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|336|Seviper|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|337|Lunatone|2|Rock|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|382|Kyogre|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|408|Cranidos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|409|Rampardos|1|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|422|Shellos|1|Water|||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|423|Gastrodon|2|Water|Ground||East}}
{{Moveentrytm|483|Dialga|2|Steel|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|539|Sawk|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|564|Tirtouga|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|565|Carracosta|2|Rock|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|692|Clauncher|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|693|Clawitzer|1|Water}}
|}
|}
|}

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

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}


==Reception==
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>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Omega Ruby EN logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby English logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire EN logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire English logo
Pokémon Omega Ruby JP logo.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Japanese logo
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire JP logo.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Japanese logo
Omega Ruby KO boxart.png|Pokémon Omega Ruby Korean boxart
Alpha Sapphire KO boxart.png|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Korean boxart
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* In all territories except Europe, these games were released on the twelfth anniversary of the Japanese release of Ruby and Sapphire.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the only pair of [[remake]]s where:
** The games' names are not written in {{wp|CamelCase}}.
** There are no [[location preview]]s.
** All methods of evolutions that were originally introduced after the generation of the original games are included, unlike the previous remakes where a few were not included.
** The remakes are indirectly compatible with the original games, as Pokémon from {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} can be transferred to Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire through various forms of inter-generational communication.
** An accessory is not bundled with the games.
** There are no available HMs that were introduced after the generation of the original games.
** No new female protagonists are introduced.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of 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.
* Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire currently offers the greatest number of in-game [[Legendary Pokémon]] with a total of 32 between both games.

==In other languages==
{{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
|fr_eu=Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha
|de=Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir
|it=Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 오메가루비·알파사파이어|Pocket Monsters Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Rubí Omega y Zafiro Alfa}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|game}}
*[[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]]
*{{Appendix|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire walkthrough}}

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

[[Category:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|*]]
[[Category:Nintendo 3DS games]]

[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]]
[[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir 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]]
[[pl:Pokémon Wersje Omega Ruby i Alpha Sapphire]]
[[zh:神奇寶貝終極紅寶石/始源藍寶石]]

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2014-12-18T12:10:15Z

KarjamP: /* Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article */

{{forums notice|November 30, 2014}}

==Interwiki==
Don't forget the interwikis! <nowiki>[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]] [[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]] [[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]</nowiki> Btw... why you are protect all pages, that are related in any form with the new remakes? Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany... [[User:Tobutz98|Tobutz98]] ([[User talk:Tobutz98|talk]]) 19:17, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
: Pages related to any breaking news are generally protected to prevent wild speculation or misinformation from being added. I'm not sure if there's a specific place or way to request edits to locked pages, sadly. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 19:36, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
::The place to request edits for locked pages is on their talk page, or the talk page of a staff member. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 19:55, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Add Template==
I think it would be wise that one of the Admins put "Template:Upcoming notice" or a different template I could not find on this page because it is new unless I am wrong and this is not necessary because of the page protection. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 21:30, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Edit suggestions==
* "<nowiki>are the secondary [[paired version]]s of [[Generation VI]]</nowiki>" implies that every subsequent generation has had "secondary paired versions" (a phrase that is being used to represent both remakes and sequels), which is incorrect. Why not just copy and customize the text from the intros of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}?
* "Both games were revealed {{tt|during|in}} a worldwide announcement by the official Pokémon {{tt|websites,|remove comma}} on May 7, 2014. The paired versions will be released worldwide {{tt|during|in}} November 2014."
* Change "<nowiki>[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire]]</nowiki>" to "<nowiki>{{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}</nowiki>" —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 05:29, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Hello, I have made some changes as you have requested. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Thanks, trom. However, it says that November 2014 is the release ''date'', but I think this should say ''release period''. Also, "PAccording to the press release which announced the games" should be "According to the press release that announced the games". Some users seem to think that ''which'' can replace ''that'' in this instance because I see it often, but this is folly. For instance, the phrasing "The book, which I read last night, was exciting" must use ''which'' and not ''that'', while "The book that I read last night was exciting" is the opposite (but may also omit ''that'' entirely). —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] (UTC) 09:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Folly indeed. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==Trailer Video==
Can an admin add this to the page??
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|pokemon|Hoenn}}
 --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 08:18, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Done, although I dislike that template so I chose not to use it. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Don't mind me, but may I ask why you don't like that template ?? --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:09, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

==Poké Transporter==
If these games use the Poké Transporter, like [[Pokémon X and Y|X and Y]], will it be worth noting that these are the first remakes to be compatible with the originals, if indirectly?
[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions]] → [[Pal Park]] → [[Generation IV]] → [[Poké Transfer]] → [[Generation V]] → [[Poké Transporter]] → [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] | [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 14:46, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:It is currently unknown if they will use the Poke Transporter.  --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:35, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::That wasn't my question. I said ''if'' they do, will this be worth noting? [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 15:27, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Even if they don't, they'll still be compatible with the originals via Poke Transporter to XY, then trade to ORAS. It's still speculative to say it yet, but as soon as either Poke Transporter or trade capability is revealed, I would think it'd be notable that they're the ''only'' ones (not just the first, since first is of debatable notability for some things). [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:20, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::It's certainly worth noting in my opinion, but i also think that the admins should approve it. And @Pumpkinking, they are ''currently'' the only ones,but ''if'' in the future a remake of DP is announced, we'll have to change the wording. --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:34, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
They are compatible with Poke Bank and there for Poke Transfer. Any way someone already edited that in. [[User:AbsolX|AbsolX]] ([[User talk:AbsolX|talk]]) 23:58, 15 December 2014 (UTC)

==Press Release Description==
The second paragraph "According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will to take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world." should be changed to reflect that this is not a new game as "spectacular new world" implies.
The official website also gives a far more accurate description of the game http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/
[[User:Luneth|Luneth]] ([[User talk:Luneth|talk]]) 15:31, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:So why don't we just delete the "new" in "a spectacular new world"? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 16:03, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Modifying any quote typically makes the quote unusable. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It isn't really a quote because the video never mentions "a spectacular new world". Only "an epic new adventure" and "a dramatic new world". [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 19:01, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::[http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Omega_Ruby,_Pok%C3%A9mon_Alpha_Sapphire_announced It's a quote from the official press release.] [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::::Can we at least put "an epic new adventure in a spectacular new world" in quotes? --[[User:KommanderAwesome|KommanderAwesome]] ([[User talk:KommanderAwesome|talk]]) 20:23, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::::Not the way in your comment since that would be combining two quotes together. The largest stretch I can see is, the games will take players on "an epic new adventure" to "a dramatic new world." Still, I believe the wording on the article is the best so far. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:57, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==New information from Serebii==

we should include this info from todays news: http://www.serebii.net/index2.shtml

"Following its reveal yesterday, there has been some question as to the actual content of Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, as to whether they're remakes or new versions due to the wording of the announcement. During the Investor Briefing today, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are full-remakes of the 2002 releases, Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. We'll bring more on these games as it comes
Edit @ 15:38: The Japanese arm of The Pokémon Company sent out an e-mail to all Daisuki Club members which ends up pointing out the differences to Groudon & Kyogre on the box-art, stating that they're showcasing "never before seen Pokémon", the same terminology they used for Black & White Kyurem, as well as Mega Mewtwo Y upon their reveal, indicating that they are more than stylised artwork of the Pokémon. We'll bring more on this as it comes"

[[User:Pearlgamez|Pearlgamez]] ([[User talk:Pearlgamez|talk]]) 20:07, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Serebii should not be used as a source. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:43, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::I personally received that email and did not see any indication this was true. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::I agree serebii should not be used as a source. Speculation about the differences to Groudon & Kyogre seems to indicate they may be mega-evolutions of the originals, but as no official information about mega-evolutions in the remakes has been announced it can't be used in this article. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 02:12, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
::::I also agree. Serebii should not be used as a source, or else Pidgeot would be blue and Magikarp would be a Psychic-type. [[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 12:03, 28 May 2014 (UTC)Espurr101

== Use of the word Remake ==

Should we really use the word "remake" quite yet?

I know from previous patterns, the naming of the games and all that points to remakes, but at this point in time they might just be sequels or new games entirely. They even mention a new world, and the guy who gives the idol mentions a new region, so this might not take place in Hoenn at all.

I'm really just playing devil's advocate here, but we should watch the wording on the article for now. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 06:59, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:You haven't followed the news, have you? They were [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/library/events/140508/index.html confirmed] to be remakes yesterday. You should do your "homework" more often before you're posting questions.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 07:17, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

::I've been following the news since it broke, but every tweet and article just repackaged/re-tweeted the same info. 99% of every article I found on the subject of the remakes just quoted the blurb from the trailer. That article you linked to was the first OFFICIAL piece of news I've seen that gave details on the remakes. You can't expect to do biology homework if all the school has are math books.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 11:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::On the second thought, I was too harsh for you. Unlike what I thought, the link to the official statement has ''not'' been posted to almost any fan or official site; everyone just believes what Serebii says. Sorry about that.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:37, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::Its ok, like Dawn always says, No Need To Worry. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 20:04, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

=='Oras' is the Lithuanian word for 'Weather'==
The name of the games is likely a play on the letters theme started with XY (ie. the Greek letters 'Α' and 'Ω'), and the Lithuanian word for weather, [https://translate.google.com/#en/lt/weather Oras] -- weather being one of the prominent elements of RSE. Sounds like a interesting fact to add to the Trivia section. --[[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash Pokemaster]] ([[User talk:Ash Pokemaster|talk]]) 13:07, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

:It could also be a reference to the phrase "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in the Book of Revelation. Usually the phrase refers to Christ or God and typically is taken as meaning "I am the Beginning and the End". Possibly a hint that the story could involve Pokemon gods in some way. Interesting to note that Arceus is the 'Alpha' Pokemon according to the Pokedex and is the closest thing to a Pokemon 'God' we've seen as it was supposedly the creator of the Pokemon world. Perhaps we might see the 'Omega' Pokemon, or in other words, the 'End' or destroyer. (Basically the Pokemon Satan) - [[User:PsychoP|PsychoP]] ([[User talk:PsychoP|talk]]) 18:01, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::We don't know what's going to happen in the games and this isn't the place for speculation. And no. That would require them making an actual new Pokemon, which won't happen in a remake. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 18:19, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:::We already have an alpha Pokemon, Arceus, and Giratina is based of the devil. Although, X and Y did kind of have the alpha and omega thing going, as Xerneas is the life Pokemon and Yveltal is the destruction Pokemon. Maybe Groudon and Kyogre will get alpha an omega forms. Idk, better wait for CoroCoro. {{unsigned|Espurr101}}

I think Bob Ross said it best, and what we have on our hands here is "a little happy mistake." It's just pure coincidence I am sure. Also Delta Emerald has been registered, and if they broke the mold and released that, it would be ORASDE which means nothing at all. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)

==No evident that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are in the Generation VI==
We should at least wait for the announcement of cross-game communication of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to be sure if they are indeed Generation VI. And according to this:
:"A generation, in terms of the Pokémon franchise, is a subset of the series that debuted or is set around the same time, focusing on the same region, and featuring the same Pokémon."
I don't think they are Generation VI at all if we go by this definition. We should probably change that. Besides, Generations may be separated by their methods of inter-game communications. I don't think, currently, there is anything we can say about battling or sending Pokemon from or to these games from or to X and Y.

Originally posted in [[Talk:Generation]] by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 06:55, 8 May 2014 (UTC).
Moved here by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:48, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:It's totally safe to assume that Hoenn remakes aren't introducing a new generation, especially when there are lots of unreleased Gen VI stuff and the XY anime series isn't even in the halfway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:19, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::It is safe, but an encyclopaedia is obligated to only display information that is evidental. I won't have a problem if we put up "probably" or "highly speculated" instead of "part of". -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:26, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It's obviously generation VI. That is a guaranteed fact. Sure, it hasn't been stated, but it doesn't need to be stated. Generation VI is the current generation. Each generation starts with a brand new game in a brand new region with brand new Pokémon. It won't start with a remake. It's only logical that this is a Generation VI game. Also, it's being released on the same generation console as other Gen VI games which further backs up this point. It's Gen VI and although it hasn't been stated, there is enough evidence to make that claim. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 12:36, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::That way, we will have to refine our definitions of a generation. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:52, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::: In my honest opinion (although everyones views are different as I can see on here lol) but until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should be considered Generation VI games until further notice, and also, a lot of clues and hints in Pokemon X and Y further hinted that Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire would be remade, so it makes sense (to me anyways), but also Generation VI is not completed yet (that we know of) as we have seen in all other generations that either a 3rd game (Yellow, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum) or in the case of Generation V (Black 2 and White 2) were released to complete a Generation. And just like Generation III we had Ruby & Sapphire release first followed by FireRed & LeafGreen then Emerald, then in Generation IV we had Diamond, Pearl, Platinum then followed by HeartGold & SoulSilver. So far it seems that Generation VI is following the pattern of Generation III (so far, that is). But mind you, thats just my opinion, but like I said at the start of my "rant" (lol) until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should still be considered Generation VI until further notice. Demers-Vachon 10:44, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::I agree. They never start a generation with remakes. They only start a generation with a new region full of new Pokémon. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire would more likely focus on the Generation III Pokémon than to introduce new ones. In FireRed and LeafGreen, you only met the original 150 Pokémon before getting the National Pokédex to catch Johto Pokémon and trade with Hoenn for the then-current Pokémon. FireRed LeafGreen didn't introduce any new Pokémon. They only brought back the classic Pokémon. HeartGold and SoulSilver did tweak the Johto Pokédex a bit to include five Gen IV evolutions that resulted from moves (although, I don't get why they didn't just put a move tutor in Kanto.) So HeartGold and SoulSilver didn't introduce any Pokémon. And X and Y had just came out last October. That was only 7 months ago, so if Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire started Generation VII, Gen 6 would be the shortest generation ever. The possibility of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire starting a new generation is slim. [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 11:16, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::::I agree that these should be considered Generation VI, at least until we discover otherwise. While it is possible that we may get a new generation, the odds are incredibly small. Additionally, Pokémon tends to keep all of its media together. Even if X and Y are the only video games in Generation VI, I find it unlikely that Nintendo would push for a Generation VII when Ash Ketchum still has to finish his journey through Kalos in the anime, the Pokémon Adventures X and Y chapter is just getting started, and not even all Generation VI Pokémon have been made available as TCG cards. Heck, we still have yet to see the release of Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa in the video games, so even the video games cannot be finished here. Finally, I must correct you on something, SeanWheeler. FireRed and LeafGreen did actually introduce a new Pokémon: Deoxys. There were no events for it prior to the release of FRLG and when the events occurred, it could only be obtained in FRLG, not in Ruby and Sapphire. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 22:37, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

Also, please remind me if "Generations" are the official creations or simply how it is defined in the fandom? I think we should judge if certain titles are in a certain generation according to an objective definition. I understand that it is highly probable to see it released as in the Generation VI. But this is not a confirmed fact or official announcement, but a derived theory. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 22:52, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:The term generation has been used by official sources, such as Pokemon.com and the boxes of DP. Several traits that typically signify a new generation are not present, like no new region and no new Pokémon. Frankly, I think this whole argument is pointless. It's obvious that it's going to be released within this generation and at this rate we'll only keep going around in circles. It's really not worth continuing. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:10, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:Sorry about that then. I thought Generations were something we created to group the titles. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 07:59, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::: I agree with what "Pokemaster" had said earlier, this topic is just going around in circles until the games are released in November. I do firmly believe that Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire is part of Generation VI. If those games were to begin Generation VII, then I highly doubt they would have had Ash in Kalos, or if they did, he would have gotten 6 to 7 gym badges by now (more in reference to the Japan episodes that has aired already not the English ones) and from what I have seen, he so far only has one gym badge obtained and caught 2 pokemon (Froakie & Fletchling). But thats just my thoughts about it. Demers-Vachon 08:56, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::::::It's possible they will add more pokemon, but only gen VI ones, I doubt they'll touch the original gens ones... However, that being said and all, they've just started using Mega evolutions, I doubt they will drop them, so we may see many new mega evolutions instead of new pokemon. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 01:55, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

It is going in circles and no conclusion can be drawn. This is precisely what I wanted to say: We don't have official confirmation on which Generation this is in. On the page, there is this row: part of Generation VI. It looks like some official words. No matter how logical the derivations are, they are just speculations. There is not any canonical material or announcement making this claim. I have not been questioning its correctness. I have been questioning its validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 03:14, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

::While there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VI, there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VII either. It could be either one. So the article should use whichever is more likely, which is Generation VI. You may think that we shouldn't make assumptions like that, but you have to remember that Nintendo never said that X and Y were a part of Generation VI. Or any of the other games were part of their respective Generations. So we will never have any official proof, because the very idea of generations is unofficial. (The boxes of Diamond/Pearl did say "A new generation", but that's just marketing crap. It could have just as easily said "a new adventure". And either way, "a new generation" doesn't necessarily mean Generation IV. For all we know, Nintendo classified every game before DP as a single generation, and every game since then is Generation II). This being the case, even when the games come out, it's likely that we won't know what generation to put. It's entirely fan-made. So, we do the logical thing of putting what most fans would classify this as. And in that regard, there's no reason why we can't put Generation VI now. Of course, when the games come out, if we see that there is enough separating it from X and Y, such as incompatibility, new Pokémon, a new region (technically the "Hoenn Confirmed!" meme is wrong - Hoenn has not been confirmed), etc., then fans may choose to reclassify it as Generation VII. If that's the case, we can edit the article at the time to reflect the shift in the fans's views. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 03:39, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

I was not questioning if there is any probability of it coming out as Generation VII. I was questioning, even if it is very probable to be Generation VI, the validity is that it is deduced or speculated, even based on many objective observations. But none of the quoted are as valid as an official release. If "Generation" is The Pokemon Company's official terms, we cannot say something is or is not without the company first says so. If, instead, "Generation" is what the fandom creates, "official" means the stance de facto in the fandom, hence, verifiable and objective criteria and definitions. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 05:30, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:We don't need them to flat out state they are part of Generation VI. They only use the word Generation when a new one starts, and it's always when a new region is introduced and new Pokémon (not new forms) are introduced. Suggesting that they are part of a completely different Generation is ridiculous. There is only one Generation at a time. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 06:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

Please, read again. I have not suggested they are part of a completely different Generation. I have not suggested any possibility. I only questioned the validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:41, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:Nothing is being changed, and this discussion is closed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:54, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

== Mega Evolutions ==

I know we can't state this to be a confirmed fact, but comparing Groudon and Kyogre here to their usual appearance seems to indicate they're in a different form. Perhaps it's a mega evolution? [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 00:25, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
:Talk pages are for the improvement of the article, not for idle discussion of the article's topic. Use [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/forum.php the forums] if you're interested in speculating about potential Mega Evolutions for the new games. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 01:06, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
::I was unsure as to whether that should be taken note of on this page, given its visibility on the box art, but seeign as it's unconfirmed I will take my leave to the forums. [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 04:47, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== English official site ==

This should be added as an official site in the infobox as it is on the other games: [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== PEGI rating ==

Shouldn't the PEGI rating be 7, as it shows in [http://youtu.be/7xPhlAas1ik this video]? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 15:25, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:Right underneath that it says Provisional, which means it could change. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 17:10, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
::I'm sorry, I'm from the Netherlands, so I didn't know what it meant, I thought it was just some kind of company name or something like that. [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 20:21, 26 May 2014 (UTC)

== Delta Emerald ==

So apparently Delta Emerald has been registered. Is this worth noting on the article? [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:42, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
:There's been countless trademarks like this before and they've not been mentioned (Such as Water Blue) so it doesn't seem necessary. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
::Even though Game Freak/Nintendo may or may not use the "Delta Emerald" trademark, I think it warrants some sort of mention (a single sentence would suffice, and there are [http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/05/29/pokemon-delta-emerald-trademark-surfaces other sources]/[http://mynintendonews.com/2014/05/29/nintendo-trademarks-pokemon-delta-emerald/ websites] covering it as well), primarily due to the term apparently being registered around the same time as "OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire" (and it is the only trademark that is a feasible parallel to the OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire names with the "Greek letter + precious gemstone" construct). I personally think ''WaterBlue'' merits a similar mention -- due to its same-time registration with ''FireRed/LeafGreen'' (and being the closest parallel to those terms with the "element + color" construct) and the matter that Game Freak actually addressed the "LeafGreen title retaining" issue at one point. [[User:Fenyx4|Fenyx4]] ([[User talk:Fenyx4|talk]]) 22:51, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
:::My only concern with this is was any Crystal remake title trade marked with HGSS? We know Gray was trade marked before B2W2[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:24, 1 June 2014 (UTC)

== Coro Coro leak ==

The Coro Coro leak is out with new information. Swampert and Sceptile has Mega Evolutions. Brendan and May are confirmed. Teams Aqua and Magma were shown. Steven apparently has a Mega Charizard X. When are we going to update this article? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 21:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:No content regarding the CoroCoro leaks are going to be added until it can be known they aren't fake. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 21:48, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::So how are leaks proven real? It may be easy to detect ridiculous leaks but what about leaks as convincing as this that everyone's talking about? Other fansites like Serebii believe it. But how do we know when a leak is real? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 22:47, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::When the issue is published, we will know it's real. That's fairly obvious. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 22:51, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Don't forget, Diancie is getting a mega too. --[[User:SuperPikaBros|Super]][[User talk:SuperPikaBros|Pika]][[Special:Contributions/SuperPikaBros|Bros]] 23:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, the first Mega Evolution of a Kalos Pokémon. When is the issue actually coming out? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 23:23, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::The 13th. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:27, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
If True, this also would make Diancie the only Pokémon so far to have a Mega form that isn't in Gens I-IV. Gen V still has no Megas as of yet.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 23:36, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:So what is a faster way to determine it's authenticity? I don't want to wait 6 days. I want the information here now! [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 00:05, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::Being impatient isn't going to make it come faster. You have to wait, that is life.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:07, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::Well, looks like the images have been posted on the Archives and my article was published on Bulbanews. It now looks as if Bulbagarden has accepted the leak as official. Question is, is Bulbapedia? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 14:41, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Well, it is CoroCoro so the information might be correct, but the impact of speculations has risen since the first trailer. Probably because of that. [[User:KidGuardian|KidGuardian]] ([[User talk:KidGuardian|talk]]) 14:46, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Is Bulbapedia simply stricter about speculation than the other parts of Bulbagarden? The archives provide our images and the notice at the top of this page points to the Bulbagarden Forums. Bulbanews headlines are on the main page. Bulbapedia is closer to Bulbagarden than to the NIWA and Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis. Yet, Bulbanews, the forums and the Archives have already decided that it's real. Although the forums are about speculation and accepted it first, maybe they don't count. But since the News published my article and the Archives restored Coro Coro images, I'm believing they are believing the scan. In fact the Archives temporarily deleted those scans until they can be proven real. However, they may have just restored them for my [[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|news article]]? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 02:35, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::As I just said in the Mega Evolution talk page, we aren't treating this as official just yet as the leaks were leaked earlier than usual. They usually leak on the 10th of every month--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::::But according to "Ataro" in a few post above, the release date for CoroCoro this month is on the 13th (not sure if its accurate or not). Usually CoroCoro comes out on the 15th or 16th isn't it, and the leaks gets out starting from around 10th of the month. But, if the release date is early then possibly even the leaks would be out earlier. Also, this wouldn't be the first time that CoroCoro leaks are out before 10th of a month.--[[User:LatS|LatS]] ([[User talk:LatS|talk]]) 11:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::::Happens a lot actually of magazines. Scanned manga's that come out every week are actually one week ahead while their official release is after one week in Japan. Probably they caught a early copy from the issue. '''''[[User:KidGuardian|Kid]][[User talk:KidGuardian|Guardian]]''''' 00:59, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/06/10/pokemon-omega-ruby-pokemon-alpha-sapphire-release-date-announced/ Official trailer for the games], the scans are definitely legit. The new Megas and character designs are featured. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 17:58, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

== E3 2014 Announcement ==

So a new trailer for ORAS was released yesterday as part of E3 2014. It showed a lot more content, confirmed the CoroCoro leak, and displayed several bits of gameplay, including apparent Mega Evolutions for Groudon & Kyogre, in which their markings glow prominently to match their boxart artwork. I feel that this information should be added to the article, since the trailer seen was official, and therefore verifiable information from a reliable source. Since I am not permitted to edit the ''OmegaRuby & AlphaSapphire'' article, I ask that someone with access to editing add this information in.
[[User:Bowserbros|Bowserbros]] ([[User talk:Bowserbros|talk]]) 18:36, 11 June 2014 (UTC)

== Pokemon.com Screenshots ==

So the official ORAS site up on Pokemon.com has a plethora of screenshots you lot can add to this article.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 01:19, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:Many of these screenshots have been uploaded to the Archives already, haven't been added to the article yet. I'll try to add some soon. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:29, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Release date for Australia ==

I really don't see any official source in which states it's release date for Australia. The Nintendo Australia website does not have the game listed anywhere, so we don't even know what the actual release date for Australia really is. EB Games isn't a reliable source when it comes to release dates, 'cause they often will get the release dates from sites like Wikipedia or even from here.

Until Nintendo Australia confirms it's release date, I really do think we should change the release date for Australia to '''November 2014'''.[[User:Platinum Lucario|Platinum Lucario]] ([[User talk:Platinum Lucario|talk]]) 18:41, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:The Australian version of [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-au/ the official site] clearly says "Coming November 21, 2014!"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:53, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Change in infobox ==

Should the info in the infobox be changed from:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Groudon"
to:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon"
and also in the case of Primal Kyogre? Thanks.
[[User:Dinodestroyer|Dinodestroyer]] ([[User talk:Dinodestroyer|talk]]) 19:07, 21 June 2014 (UTC)

== Add trivia section? ==

I have a few things to add now

-These are the second pairs of games to not have "version" at the end.

-These are the second remakes after the Game Corner controversy

-These are the first remakes after the Pokémon Center and Pokémart being merged

I could think of a few more, but these will do.

[[User:SuperShroom63|SuperShroom63]] ([[User talk:SuperShroom63|talk]]) 01:52, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
:The first two aren't notable. In the case of the last one, images seem to have shown that the Poké Mart and Pokémon Center are no longer merged, so imo, it doesn't seem too notable. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 01:57, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
::Oh, this is the first pair of remakes with [insert change made in [[Generation V]] or [[Generation VI]]]! Yeah, not too notable. Although, if there were anything that were notable, this will be the first pair of remakes with {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon and [[Mega Evolution]]s. [[User:Black Metal Warrior|Black Metal Warrior]] ([[User talk:Black Metal Warrior|talk]]) 22:53, 2 July 2014 (UTC)
:::FireRed and LeafGreen were the first pair of remakes to have Steel type Pokémon, but we don't note that. It should be obvious.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 23:40, 2 July 2014 (UTC)

== "To" to "for". ==

I noticed the article says "... Steven Stone, the Mach Bike, and the Acro Bike will return '''to''' the first time since...", when I presume that "for" is meant to be in there instead of "to." Would someone fix this for me, please? [[User:Uncle Edit|He's here! The one and only...Uncle Edit!]] ([[User talk:Uncle Edit|talk]]) 03:19, 9 August 2014 (UTC)
:Corrected. Thanks for pointing that out. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:26, 9 August 2014 (UTC)

== Not all Mega Evolutions are on this page that have been revealed ==
Mega Salamence, Mega Metagross, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lopunny all need to be mention after Mega Sableye.--[[User:Hydreigonfan1|Hydreigonfan1]] ([[User talk:Hydreigonfan1|talk]]) 11:13, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:Taken care of. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 12:43, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
::But they weren't revealed in July issue, only in August, it should be noted in the new paragraph, with the return of Horde Encounters, new Pikachu forms... [[User:Asmod96|Asmod96]] ([[User talk:Asmod96|talk]]) 15:00, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:::To chime in on this discussion without making another section, it has been a few days since Mega Sharpedo, Mega Gallade, and Mega Camerupt were revealed. Are the admins waiting for confirmation from, for example, Pokemon.com before this makes it into the article? If the CoroCoro leak from this month is enough confirmation, could somebody with access add this to the article? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 19:27, 15 September 2014 (UTC)

== More Mega Evolutions? ==

Yesterday, the official Pokémon website of Korea accidentally revealed two new mega evolution Pokémon; Mega Slowbro and Mega Audino. Many people like myself questioned if this was real or a scam. It's the official Pokémon site of Korea. More information will come as we get it.
{{unsigned|DJMander}}

== Another Mega Evo Tidbit ==

Sorry to add onto the trend of mentioning the new megas, but currently the paragraph states at least eight Mega Evolutions and then lists ten. I'd fix it myself but of course I can't so could someone just do that for me XD [[User:Azure42|Azure/ChromeVoid42]] ([[User talk:Azure42|talk]]) 18:24, 20 August 2014 (UTC)

== No Steven Stone since Emerald? ==

Um, didn't he appear in B2W2 as a Champion? [[User:Starscream|Starscream]] ([[User talk:Starscream|talk]]) 23:13, 28 August 2014 (UTC)

== Multilingual ==

Could someone add that Nintendo HK and Taiwan have both confirmed the games will (like X/Y) contain all languages on the one card? http://www.nintendo.tw/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm http://www.nintendo.com.hk/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm Nowhere seems to have picked up on this, probably because only Nintendo HK/TW bothered to clarify this (since only HK and TW are in a region of their own, without having a local translation). - [[User:BZD|BZD]] ([[User talk:BZD|talk]]) 03:43, 22 September 2014 (UTC)

==Ratings==
The ACB has put up their ratings: [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=iuCjUqkFCF6wGgGVuaGmQQ%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXehvRbWeAhT8S4Y6t4otMG1OPPQsqEgBN79aTC4EFKrSpt Omega Ruby] and [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=KgrINBSv5pEmVtrSEn54Rw%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXeho7s65RvpUipwXyeqAqiiWKxbU3ep%252fT2e2svoiXEbxY6 Alpha Sapphire]. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 01:30, 28 September 2014 (UTC)

== Noteworthy Trivia? ==

I know remake trivia is usually ignored, but I think it would be good to add that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the first remakes (Of course, not counting things like Emerald or Platinum) to not feature the original mascot? [[User:ArtistKyurem|ArtistKyurem]] ([[User talk:ArtistKyurem|talk]]) 02:59, 5 October 2014 (UTC)
:It's still Groudon and Kyogre, just in primal reversion. So no, it's not true nor notable (since there's only three pairs, which is too small of a group).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:09, 5 October 2014 (UTC)

== Demo version link ==

I think a link to the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]] should be ''somewhere'' on this page... Maybe just in a See also section at the bottom. Or possibly even as part of [[Template:Core series]]. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:20, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:I'm sure when proper information is begun to be added to the page, there will be a section for the demo. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 20:39, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
::Why not just unlock the page? [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 20:54, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:::I'd guess they will tomorrow so those of us who can edit can get to work? --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 21:17, 20 November 2014 (UTC)

== "Display" to "Cosplay" ==

It looks like in the Blurb section it says "Pikachu likes to display?!" but on the box it says "Pikachu likes to cosplay?!" I assume this is a typo? --[[User:ArceusVsMew|avm :^)]] ([[User talk:ArceusVsMew|talk]]) 19:16, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
:That was my autocorrect. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 19:26, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. --avm :^) 19:35, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

== Prof. Birch chase ==

The page should be edited to note that Prof. Birch is chased by a Shroomish when you get a Johto starter and not a Poochyena. [[User:Hellopio|Hellopio]] ([[User talk:Hellopio|talk]]) 23:16, 6 December 2014 (UTC)

:Also, choosing another starter is ''not'' through BEATING the Elite Four a second time, just through triggering them. I went to go beat them for the second time, and discovered i was woefully unprepared. I then went off on my merry way to go training up to try again, but I eventually ended up in my house in Littleroot again, and the instant I stepped outside the door, Professor Birch was in trouble again. [[User:Zeusfireair|Zeusfireair]] ([[User talk:Zeusfireair|talk]]) 14:20, 12 December 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Please split the "Changes from Ruby & Sapphire" with '''Aesthetic changes''', '''Location changes''' and '''Gameplay changes --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 00:17, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:Agreed. It's looking a tad overloaded at the moment. Probably a subsection for move changes (TM/HM,) unless that can also be considered a gameplay change. --[[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:35, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
::Looked it over, and I agree. It will need some serious organization. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 14:30, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:::You're mention the removal of femele Psychics and Triathltes? --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 20:28, 16 December 2014 (UTC)

== Access to the Team Magma/Aqua Hideout after beating Tate and Lisa. ==

Iirc, it's blocked off after getting the Gym Badge from Tate and Lisa in Ruby/Sapphire, but it's possible to get items from the hideout even after defeating them in ORAS, regardless of whether it's before beating the Elite Four + Champion, or during the Delta Episode. This is likely to be due to elements in the Delta Episode which require access to it, but perhaps it can be mentioned under "Changes", as well?

It wasn't very obvious to me, until I accidentally returned to the hideout just before getting the gym badge from Wallace. -- [[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:42, 7 December 2014 (UTC)

== Obtaining Sinnoh and Unova starters ==

The way of obtaining those starters are incorrect. The Unova starters can be obtained AFTER the Delta Episode, and the Sinnoh starters AFTER defeating the Elite 4 the SECOND time. Please correct this! --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 14:08, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:Help me understand this... (I don't have ORAS at the moment.) If you beat the Elite Four the first time, then complete the Delta Episode, then beat the Elite Four a second time—without ever talking to Prof Birch in the meantime (unless somewhere in that you ''have'' to?)—are you telling me you could go find Prof Birch on Route 101 and get a choice of all three regional starters all in a row?
:Someone also said (somewhere) you only had to ''challenge'' the Elite Four, not beat them. Are you ''certain'' it's "defeat" and not "challenge"? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:20, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::From what I can tell each one is triggered specifically by entering and leaving your house again. So, in my case, I got the Johto starters shortly after beating the Elite Four (because I entered and left my house again after interacting with Zinnia) but this comment only JUST reminded me that I could get a Sinnoh starter even though I beat the Delta Episode days ago (because I hadn't reentered my house after leaving—I suppose I won't do so until this question has a definitive answer). I'm assuming that if you did as you suggest, then Professor Birch would give you one starter each time you re-entered and exited your house. But given the differing cutscenes for each gift, I seriously doubt you'd get all three in one go. —[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 22:32, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Got both Johto and Unova starter after beating E4 and Delta Episode the way it was mentioned so this confirms it. Still need to prepare to deal with Sinnoh Starter. -[[User:Tyler53841|Tyler53841]] ([[User talk:Tyler53841|talk]]) 02:09, 18 December 2014 (UTC)

== Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article ==

The [[Ninja Boy (Trainer class)|Ninja Boys]] that hide behind cardboard trees are now optional. Also, two new trainer classes the [[Scuba Diver (Trainer class)| Scuba Diver]] and the [[Free Diver (Trainer class)| Free Diver]] were introduced to allow optional trainer battles to occur while underwater.

Since the problems with [[Double Battle]] exclusive classes had been fixed since the fourth gen, they now have vision ranges of more than one square, meaning, for example, the battle against the first twins of the game Gina and Mia are unavoidable even though the bridges are now three tiles high.

The National Dex is now obtainable after you've just finished beaten Groudon or Kyogre. Thus, the trainers within the [[Victory Road (Hoenn)| Hoenn Victory Road]] had their teams modified to include Pokémon not native to Hoenn. Also, when you obtain the National Dex, it's possible to find Pokémon not within the Hoenn dex on most routes using the DexNav.

Also, Wally and the Elite Four aren't the only trainers to include a Pokémon retroactively added to the Hoenn dex - [[Pokémon Breeder (Trainer class)|Pokémon Breeder]] Lydia of [[Hoenn Route 117|Route 117]]'s Rosalina had been retroactively turned into a Budew. In addition, [[Gabby and Ty]] will eventually evolve their Magnemite into a Magnezone when you rematch them enough times.

Lastly, all the overworld Pikachu had been turned into other Pokémon species for the remake. The only way to see one in-game is to either trade for them, win your first contest (in order to get Cosplay Pikachu), encounter a wild Pikachu in the [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] or encounter the very few trainers who use Pikachu on their teams.

Incidentally, Sky Battles as known from {{gameabbrev3|XY}} does ''not'' appear in these games. It's possible to encounter wild Pokémon in the sky using the Eon Flute, yes, but the battle's treated like a standard battle instead of a Sky Battle and thus, there's no limits on what Pokémon you can bring and what moves you can use.

--[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 22:29, 17 December 2014 (UTC)
:Unavoidable is a wrong word, since you can always just use one Pokémpon. Also, {{smw|Rosalina}} is the wrong franchise. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 11:47, 18 December 2014 (UTC)
::It's called a typo (I meant {{p|Roselia}}). Anyway, I was talking about "unavoidable" as in you're forced to fight them if you have two or more Pokémon on you. I know they can be skipped if you only have one Pokémon on your team. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 12:10, 18 December 2014 (UTC)

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2014-12-18T11:41:25Z

KarjamP: /* Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article */

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2014-12-17T22:42:25Z

KarjamP: /* Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article */

{{forums notice|November 30, 2014}}

==Interwiki==
Don't forget the interwikis! <nowiki>[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]] [[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]] [[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]</nowiki> Btw... why you are protect all pages, that are related in any form with the new remakes? Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany... [[User:Tobutz98|Tobutz98]] ([[User talk:Tobutz98|talk]]) 19:17, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
: Pages related to any breaking news are generally protected to prevent wild speculation or misinformation from being added. I'm not sure if there's a specific place or way to request edits to locked pages, sadly. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 19:36, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
::The place to request edits for locked pages is on their talk page, or the talk page of a staff member. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 19:55, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Add Template==
I think it would be wise that one of the Admins put "Template:Upcoming notice" or a different template I could not find on this page because it is new unless I am wrong and this is not necessary because of the page protection. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 21:30, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Edit suggestions==
* "<nowiki>are the secondary [[paired version]]s of [[Generation VI]]</nowiki>" implies that every subsequent generation has had "secondary paired versions" (a phrase that is being used to represent both remakes and sequels), which is incorrect. Why not just copy and customize the text from the intros of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}?
* "Both games were revealed {{tt|during|in}} a worldwide announcement by the official Pokémon {{tt|websites,|remove comma}} on May 7, 2014. The paired versions will be released worldwide {{tt|during|in}} November 2014."
* Change "<nowiki>[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire]]</nowiki>" to "<nowiki>{{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}</nowiki>" —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 05:29, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Hello, I have made some changes as you have requested. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Thanks, trom. However, it says that November 2014 is the release ''date'', but I think this should say ''release period''. Also, "PAccording to the press release which announced the games" should be "According to the press release that announced the games". Some users seem to think that ''which'' can replace ''that'' in this instance because I see it often, but this is folly. For instance, the phrasing "The book, which I read last night, was exciting" must use ''which'' and not ''that'', while "The book that I read last night was exciting" is the opposite (but may also omit ''that'' entirely). —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] (UTC) 09:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Folly indeed. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==Trailer Video==
Can an admin add this to the page??
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|pokemon|Hoenn}}
 --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 08:18, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Done, although I dislike that template so I chose not to use it. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Don't mind me, but may I ask why you don't like that template ?? --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:09, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

==Poké Transporter==
If these games use the Poké Transporter, like [[Pokémon X and Y|X and Y]], will it be worth noting that these are the first remakes to be compatible with the originals, if indirectly?
[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions]] → [[Pal Park]] → [[Generation IV]] → [[Poké Transfer]] → [[Generation V]] → [[Poké Transporter]] → [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] | [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 14:46, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:It is currently unknown if they will use the Poke Transporter.  --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:35, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::That wasn't my question. I said ''if'' they do, will this be worth noting? [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 15:27, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Even if they don't, they'll still be compatible with the originals via Poke Transporter to XY, then trade to ORAS. It's still speculative to say it yet, but as soon as either Poke Transporter or trade capability is revealed, I would think it'd be notable that they're the ''only'' ones (not just the first, since first is of debatable notability for some things). [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:20, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::It's certainly worth noting in my opinion, but i also think that the admins should approve it. And @Pumpkinking, they are ''currently'' the only ones,but ''if'' in the future a remake of DP is announced, we'll have to change the wording. --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:34, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
They are compatible with Poke Bank and there for Poke Transfer. Any way someone already edited that in. [[User:AbsolX|AbsolX]] ([[User talk:AbsolX|talk]]) 23:58, 15 December 2014 (UTC)

==Press Release Description==
The second paragraph "According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will to take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world." should be changed to reflect that this is not a new game as "spectacular new world" implies.
The official website also gives a far more accurate description of the game http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/
[[User:Luneth|Luneth]] ([[User talk:Luneth|talk]]) 15:31, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:So why don't we just delete the "new" in "a spectacular new world"? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 16:03, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Modifying any quote typically makes the quote unusable. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It isn't really a quote because the video never mentions "a spectacular new world". Only "an epic new adventure" and "a dramatic new world". [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 19:01, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::[http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Omega_Ruby,_Pok%C3%A9mon_Alpha_Sapphire_announced It's a quote from the official press release.] [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::::Can we at least put "an epic new adventure in a spectacular new world" in quotes? --[[User:KommanderAwesome|KommanderAwesome]] ([[User talk:KommanderAwesome|talk]]) 20:23, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::::Not the way in your comment since that would be combining two quotes together. The largest stretch I can see is, the games will take players on "an epic new adventure" to "a dramatic new world." Still, I believe the wording on the article is the best so far. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:57, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==New information from Serebii==

we should include this info from todays news: http://www.serebii.net/index2.shtml

"Following its reveal yesterday, there has been some question as to the actual content of Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, as to whether they're remakes or new versions due to the wording of the announcement. During the Investor Briefing today, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are full-remakes of the 2002 releases, Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. We'll bring more on these games as it comes
Edit @ 15:38: The Japanese arm of The Pokémon Company sent out an e-mail to all Daisuki Club members which ends up pointing out the differences to Groudon & Kyogre on the box-art, stating that they're showcasing "never before seen Pokémon", the same terminology they used for Black & White Kyurem, as well as Mega Mewtwo Y upon their reveal, indicating that they are more than stylised artwork of the Pokémon. We'll bring more on this as it comes"

[[User:Pearlgamez|Pearlgamez]] ([[User talk:Pearlgamez|talk]]) 20:07, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Serebii should not be used as a source. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:43, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::I personally received that email and did not see any indication this was true. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::I agree serebii should not be used as a source. Speculation about the differences to Groudon & Kyogre seems to indicate they may be mega-evolutions of the originals, but as no official information about mega-evolutions in the remakes has been announced it can't be used in this article. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 02:12, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
::::I also agree. Serebii should not be used as a source, or else Pidgeot would be blue and Magikarp would be a Psychic-type. [[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 12:03, 28 May 2014 (UTC)Espurr101

== Use of the word Remake ==

Should we really use the word "remake" quite yet?

I know from previous patterns, the naming of the games and all that points to remakes, but at this point in time they might just be sequels or new games entirely. They even mention a new world, and the guy who gives the idol mentions a new region, so this might not take place in Hoenn at all.

I'm really just playing devil's advocate here, but we should watch the wording on the article for now. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 06:59, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:You haven't followed the news, have you? They were [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/library/events/140508/index.html confirmed] to be remakes yesterday. You should do your "homework" more often before you're posting questions.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 07:17, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

::I've been following the news since it broke, but every tweet and article just repackaged/re-tweeted the same info. 99% of every article I found on the subject of the remakes just quoted the blurb from the trailer. That article you linked to was the first OFFICIAL piece of news I've seen that gave details on the remakes. You can't expect to do biology homework if all the school has are math books.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 11:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::On the second thought, I was too harsh for you. Unlike what I thought, the link to the official statement has ''not'' been posted to almost any fan or official site; everyone just believes what Serebii says. Sorry about that.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:37, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::Its ok, like Dawn always says, No Need To Worry. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 20:04, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

=='Oras' is the Lithuanian word for 'Weather'==
The name of the games is likely a play on the letters theme started with XY (ie. the Greek letters 'Α' and 'Ω'), and the Lithuanian word for weather, [https://translate.google.com/#en/lt/weather Oras] -- weather being one of the prominent elements of RSE. Sounds like a interesting fact to add to the Trivia section. --[[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash Pokemaster]] ([[User talk:Ash Pokemaster|talk]]) 13:07, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

:It could also be a reference to the phrase "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in the Book of Revelation. Usually the phrase refers to Christ or God and typically is taken as meaning "I am the Beginning and the End". Possibly a hint that the story could involve Pokemon gods in some way. Interesting to note that Arceus is the 'Alpha' Pokemon according to the Pokedex and is the closest thing to a Pokemon 'God' we've seen as it was supposedly the creator of the Pokemon world. Perhaps we might see the 'Omega' Pokemon, or in other words, the 'End' or destroyer. (Basically the Pokemon Satan) - [[User:PsychoP|PsychoP]] ([[User talk:PsychoP|talk]]) 18:01, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::We don't know what's going to happen in the games and this isn't the place for speculation. And no. That would require them making an actual new Pokemon, which won't happen in a remake. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 18:19, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:::We already have an alpha Pokemon, Arceus, and Giratina is based of the devil. Although, X and Y did kind of have the alpha and omega thing going, as Xerneas is the life Pokemon and Yveltal is the destruction Pokemon. Maybe Groudon and Kyogre will get alpha an omega forms. Idk, better wait for CoroCoro. {{unsigned|Espurr101}}

I think Bob Ross said it best, and what we have on our hands here is "a little happy mistake." It's just pure coincidence I am sure. Also Delta Emerald has been registered, and if they broke the mold and released that, it would be ORASDE which means nothing at all. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)

==No evident that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are in the Generation VI==
We should at least wait for the announcement of cross-game communication of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to be sure if they are indeed Generation VI. And according to this:
:"A generation, in terms of the Pokémon franchise, is a subset of the series that debuted or is set around the same time, focusing on the same region, and featuring the same Pokémon."
I don't think they are Generation VI at all if we go by this definition. We should probably change that. Besides, Generations may be separated by their methods of inter-game communications. I don't think, currently, there is anything we can say about battling or sending Pokemon from or to these games from or to X and Y.

Originally posted in [[Talk:Generation]] by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 06:55, 8 May 2014 (UTC).
Moved here by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:48, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:It's totally safe to assume that Hoenn remakes aren't introducing a new generation, especially when there are lots of unreleased Gen VI stuff and the XY anime series isn't even in the halfway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:19, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::It is safe, but an encyclopaedia is obligated to only display information that is evidental. I won't have a problem if we put up "probably" or "highly speculated" instead of "part of". -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:26, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It's obviously generation VI. That is a guaranteed fact. Sure, it hasn't been stated, but it doesn't need to be stated. Generation VI is the current generation. Each generation starts with a brand new game in a brand new region with brand new Pokémon. It won't start with a remake. It's only logical that this is a Generation VI game. Also, it's being released on the same generation console as other Gen VI games which further backs up this point. It's Gen VI and although it hasn't been stated, there is enough evidence to make that claim. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 12:36, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::That way, we will have to refine our definitions of a generation. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:52, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::: In my honest opinion (although everyones views are different as I can see on here lol) but until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should be considered Generation VI games until further notice, and also, a lot of clues and hints in Pokemon X and Y further hinted that Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire would be remade, so it makes sense (to me anyways), but also Generation VI is not completed yet (that we know of) as we have seen in all other generations that either a 3rd game (Yellow, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum) or in the case of Generation V (Black 2 and White 2) were released to complete a Generation. And just like Generation III we had Ruby & Sapphire release first followed by FireRed & LeafGreen then Emerald, then in Generation IV we had Diamond, Pearl, Platinum then followed by HeartGold & SoulSilver. So far it seems that Generation VI is following the pattern of Generation III (so far, that is). But mind you, thats just my opinion, but like I said at the start of my "rant" (lol) until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should still be considered Generation VI until further notice. Demers-Vachon 10:44, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::I agree. They never start a generation with remakes. They only start a generation with a new region full of new Pokémon. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire would more likely focus on the Generation III Pokémon than to introduce new ones. In FireRed and LeafGreen, you only met the original 150 Pokémon before getting the National Pokédex to catch Johto Pokémon and trade with Hoenn for the then-current Pokémon. FireRed LeafGreen didn't introduce any new Pokémon. They only brought back the classic Pokémon. HeartGold and SoulSilver did tweak the Johto Pokédex a bit to include five Gen IV evolutions that resulted from moves (although, I don't get why they didn't just put a move tutor in Kanto.) So HeartGold and SoulSilver didn't introduce any Pokémon. And X and Y had just came out last October. That was only 7 months ago, so if Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire started Generation VII, Gen 6 would be the shortest generation ever. The possibility of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire starting a new generation is slim. [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 11:16, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::::I agree that these should be considered Generation VI, at least until we discover otherwise. While it is possible that we may get a new generation, the odds are incredibly small. Additionally, Pokémon tends to keep all of its media together. Even if X and Y are the only video games in Generation VI, I find it unlikely that Nintendo would push for a Generation VII when Ash Ketchum still has to finish his journey through Kalos in the anime, the Pokémon Adventures X and Y chapter is just getting started, and not even all Generation VI Pokémon have been made available as TCG cards. Heck, we still have yet to see the release of Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa in the video games, so even the video games cannot be finished here. Finally, I must correct you on something, SeanWheeler. FireRed and LeafGreen did actually introduce a new Pokémon: Deoxys. There were no events for it prior to the release of FRLG and when the events occurred, it could only be obtained in FRLG, not in Ruby and Sapphire. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 22:37, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

Also, please remind me if "Generations" are the official creations or simply how it is defined in the fandom? I think we should judge if certain titles are in a certain generation according to an objective definition. I understand that it is highly probable to see it released as in the Generation VI. But this is not a confirmed fact or official announcement, but a derived theory. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 22:52, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:The term generation has been used by official sources, such as Pokemon.com and the boxes of DP. Several traits that typically signify a new generation are not present, like no new region and no new Pokémon. Frankly, I think this whole argument is pointless. It's obvious that it's going to be released within this generation and at this rate we'll only keep going around in circles. It's really not worth continuing. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:10, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:Sorry about that then. I thought Generations were something we created to group the titles. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 07:59, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::: I agree with what "Pokemaster" had said earlier, this topic is just going around in circles until the games are released in November. I do firmly believe that Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire is part of Generation VI. If those games were to begin Generation VII, then I highly doubt they would have had Ash in Kalos, or if they did, he would have gotten 6 to 7 gym badges by now (more in reference to the Japan episodes that has aired already not the English ones) and from what I have seen, he so far only has one gym badge obtained and caught 2 pokemon (Froakie & Fletchling). But thats just my thoughts about it. Demers-Vachon 08:56, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::::::It's possible they will add more pokemon, but only gen VI ones, I doubt they'll touch the original gens ones... However, that being said and all, they've just started using Mega evolutions, I doubt they will drop them, so we may see many new mega evolutions instead of new pokemon. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 01:55, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

It is going in circles and no conclusion can be drawn. This is precisely what I wanted to say: We don't have official confirmation on which Generation this is in. On the page, there is this row: part of Generation VI. It looks like some official words. No matter how logical the derivations are, they are just speculations. There is not any canonical material or announcement making this claim. I have not been questioning its correctness. I have been questioning its validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 03:14, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

::While there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VI, there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VII either. It could be either one. So the article should use whichever is more likely, which is Generation VI. You may think that we shouldn't make assumptions like that, but you have to remember that Nintendo never said that X and Y were a part of Generation VI. Or any of the other games were part of their respective Generations. So we will never have any official proof, because the very idea of generations is unofficial. (The boxes of Diamond/Pearl did say "A new generation", but that's just marketing crap. It could have just as easily said "a new adventure". And either way, "a new generation" doesn't necessarily mean Generation IV. For all we know, Nintendo classified every game before DP as a single generation, and every game since then is Generation II). This being the case, even when the games come out, it's likely that we won't know what generation to put. It's entirely fan-made. So, we do the logical thing of putting what most fans would classify this as. And in that regard, there's no reason why we can't put Generation VI now. Of course, when the games come out, if we see that there is enough separating it from X and Y, such as incompatibility, new Pokémon, a new region (technically the "Hoenn Confirmed!" meme is wrong - Hoenn has not been confirmed), etc., then fans may choose to reclassify it as Generation VII. If that's the case, we can edit the article at the time to reflect the shift in the fans's views. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 03:39, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

I was not questioning if there is any probability of it coming out as Generation VII. I was questioning, even if it is very probable to be Generation VI, the validity is that it is deduced or speculated, even based on many objective observations. But none of the quoted are as valid as an official release. If "Generation" is The Pokemon Company's official terms, we cannot say something is or is not without the company first says so. If, instead, "Generation" is what the fandom creates, "official" means the stance de facto in the fandom, hence, verifiable and objective criteria and definitions. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 05:30, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:We don't need them to flat out state they are part of Generation VI. They only use the word Generation when a new one starts, and it's always when a new region is introduced and new Pokémon (not new forms) are introduced. Suggesting that they are part of a completely different Generation is ridiculous. There is only one Generation at a time. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 06:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

Please, read again. I have not suggested they are part of a completely different Generation. I have not suggested any possibility. I only questioned the validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:41, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:Nothing is being changed, and this discussion is closed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:54, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

== Mega Evolutions ==

I know we can't state this to be a confirmed fact, but comparing Groudon and Kyogre here to their usual appearance seems to indicate they're in a different form. Perhaps it's a mega evolution? [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 00:25, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
:Talk pages are for the improvement of the article, not for idle discussion of the article's topic. Use [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/forum.php the forums] if you're interested in speculating about potential Mega Evolutions for the new games. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 01:06, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
::I was unsure as to whether that should be taken note of on this page, given its visibility on the box art, but seeign as it's unconfirmed I will take my leave to the forums. [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 04:47, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== English official site ==

This should be added as an official site in the infobox as it is on the other games: [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== PEGI rating ==

Shouldn't the PEGI rating be 7, as it shows in [http://youtu.be/7xPhlAas1ik this video]? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 15:25, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:Right underneath that it says Provisional, which means it could change. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 17:10, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
::I'm sorry, I'm from the Netherlands, so I didn't know what it meant, I thought it was just some kind of company name or something like that. [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 20:21, 26 May 2014 (UTC)

== Delta Emerald ==

So apparently Delta Emerald has been registered. Is this worth noting on the article? [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:42, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
:There's been countless trademarks like this before and they've not been mentioned (Such as Water Blue) so it doesn't seem necessary. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
::Even though Game Freak/Nintendo may or may not use the "Delta Emerald" trademark, I think it warrants some sort of mention (a single sentence would suffice, and there are [http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/05/29/pokemon-delta-emerald-trademark-surfaces other sources]/[http://mynintendonews.com/2014/05/29/nintendo-trademarks-pokemon-delta-emerald/ websites] covering it as well), primarily due to the term apparently being registered around the same time as "OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire" (and it is the only trademark that is a feasible parallel to the OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire names with the "Greek letter + precious gemstone" construct). I personally think ''WaterBlue'' merits a similar mention -- due to its same-time registration with ''FireRed/LeafGreen'' (and being the closest parallel to those terms with the "element + color" construct) and the matter that Game Freak actually addressed the "LeafGreen title retaining" issue at one point. [[User:Fenyx4|Fenyx4]] ([[User talk:Fenyx4|talk]]) 22:51, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
:::My only concern with this is was any Crystal remake title trade marked with HGSS? We know Gray was trade marked before B2W2[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:24, 1 June 2014 (UTC)

== Coro Coro leak ==

The Coro Coro leak is out with new information. Swampert and Sceptile has Mega Evolutions. Brendan and May are confirmed. Teams Aqua and Magma were shown. Steven apparently has a Mega Charizard X. When are we going to update this article? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 21:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:No content regarding the CoroCoro leaks are going to be added until it can be known they aren't fake. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 21:48, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::So how are leaks proven real? It may be easy to detect ridiculous leaks but what about leaks as convincing as this that everyone's talking about? Other fansites like Serebii believe it. But how do we know when a leak is real? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 22:47, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::When the issue is published, we will know it's real. That's fairly obvious. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 22:51, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Don't forget, Diancie is getting a mega too. --[[User:SuperPikaBros|Super]][[User talk:SuperPikaBros|Pika]][[Special:Contributions/SuperPikaBros|Bros]] 23:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, the first Mega Evolution of a Kalos Pokémon. When is the issue actually coming out? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 23:23, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::The 13th. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:27, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
If True, this also would make Diancie the only Pokémon so far to have a Mega form that isn't in Gens I-IV. Gen V still has no Megas as of yet.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 23:36, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:So what is a faster way to determine it's authenticity? I don't want to wait 6 days. I want the information here now! [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 00:05, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::Being impatient isn't going to make it come faster. You have to wait, that is life.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:07, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::Well, looks like the images have been posted on the Archives and my article was published on Bulbanews. It now looks as if Bulbagarden has accepted the leak as official. Question is, is Bulbapedia? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 14:41, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Well, it is CoroCoro so the information might be correct, but the impact of speculations has risen since the first trailer. Probably because of that. [[User:KidGuardian|KidGuardian]] ([[User talk:KidGuardian|talk]]) 14:46, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Is Bulbapedia simply stricter about speculation than the other parts of Bulbagarden? The archives provide our images and the notice at the top of this page points to the Bulbagarden Forums. Bulbanews headlines are on the main page. Bulbapedia is closer to Bulbagarden than to the NIWA and Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis. Yet, Bulbanews, the forums and the Archives have already decided that it's real. Although the forums are about speculation and accepted it first, maybe they don't count. But since the News published my article and the Archives restored Coro Coro images, I'm believing they are believing the scan. In fact the Archives temporarily deleted those scans until they can be proven real. However, they may have just restored them for my [[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|news article]]? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 02:35, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::As I just said in the Mega Evolution talk page, we aren't treating this as official just yet as the leaks were leaked earlier than usual. They usually leak on the 10th of every month--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::::But according to "Ataro" in a few post above, the release date for CoroCoro this month is on the 13th (not sure if its accurate or not). Usually CoroCoro comes out on the 15th or 16th isn't it, and the leaks gets out starting from around 10th of the month. But, if the release date is early then possibly even the leaks would be out earlier. Also, this wouldn't be the first time that CoroCoro leaks are out before 10th of a month.--[[User:LatS|LatS]] ([[User talk:LatS|talk]]) 11:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::::Happens a lot actually of magazines. Scanned manga's that come out every week are actually one week ahead while their official release is after one week in Japan. Probably they caught a early copy from the issue. '''''[[User:KidGuardian|Kid]][[User talk:KidGuardian|Guardian]]''''' 00:59, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/06/10/pokemon-omega-ruby-pokemon-alpha-sapphire-release-date-announced/ Official trailer for the games], the scans are definitely legit. The new Megas and character designs are featured. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 17:58, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

== E3 2014 Announcement ==

So a new trailer for ORAS was released yesterday as part of E3 2014. It showed a lot more content, confirmed the CoroCoro leak, and displayed several bits of gameplay, including apparent Mega Evolutions for Groudon & Kyogre, in which their markings glow prominently to match their boxart artwork. I feel that this information should be added to the article, since the trailer seen was official, and therefore verifiable information from a reliable source. Since I am not permitted to edit the ''OmegaRuby & AlphaSapphire'' article, I ask that someone with access to editing add this information in.
[[User:Bowserbros|Bowserbros]] ([[User talk:Bowserbros|talk]]) 18:36, 11 June 2014 (UTC)

== Pokemon.com Screenshots ==

So the official ORAS site up on Pokemon.com has a plethora of screenshots you lot can add to this article.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 01:19, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:Many of these screenshots have been uploaded to the Archives already, haven't been added to the article yet. I'll try to add some soon. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:29, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Release date for Australia ==

I really don't see any official source in which states it's release date for Australia. The Nintendo Australia website does not have the game listed anywhere, so we don't even know what the actual release date for Australia really is. EB Games isn't a reliable source when it comes to release dates, 'cause they often will get the release dates from sites like Wikipedia or even from here.

Until Nintendo Australia confirms it's release date, I really do think we should change the release date for Australia to '''November 2014'''.[[User:Platinum Lucario|Platinum Lucario]] ([[User talk:Platinum Lucario|talk]]) 18:41, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:The Australian version of [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-au/ the official site] clearly says "Coming November 21, 2014!"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:53, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Change in infobox ==

Should the info in the infobox be changed from:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Groudon"
to:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon"
and also in the case of Primal Kyogre? Thanks.
[[User:Dinodestroyer|Dinodestroyer]] ([[User talk:Dinodestroyer|talk]]) 19:07, 21 June 2014 (UTC)

== Add trivia section? ==

I have a few things to add now

-These are the second pairs of games to not have "version" at the end.

-These are the second remakes after the Game Corner controversy

-These are the first remakes after the Pokémon Center and Pokémart being merged

I could think of a few more, but these will do.

[[User:SuperShroom63|SuperShroom63]] ([[User talk:SuperShroom63|talk]]) 01:52, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
:The first two aren't notable. In the case of the last one, images seem to have shown that the Poké Mart and Pokémon Center are no longer merged, so imo, it doesn't seem too notable. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 01:57, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
::Oh, this is the first pair of remakes with [insert change made in [[Generation V]] or [[Generation VI]]]! Yeah, not too notable. Although, if there were anything that were notable, this will be the first pair of remakes with {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon and [[Mega Evolution]]s. [[User:Black Metal Warrior|Black Metal Warrior]] ([[User talk:Black Metal Warrior|talk]]) 22:53, 2 July 2014 (UTC)
:::FireRed and LeafGreen were the first pair of remakes to have Steel type Pokémon, but we don't note that. It should be obvious.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 23:40, 2 July 2014 (UTC)

== "To" to "for". ==

I noticed the article says "... Steven Stone, the Mach Bike, and the Acro Bike will return '''to''' the first time since...", when I presume that "for" is meant to be in there instead of "to." Would someone fix this for me, please? [[User:Uncle Edit|He's here! The one and only...Uncle Edit!]] ([[User talk:Uncle Edit|talk]]) 03:19, 9 August 2014 (UTC)
:Corrected. Thanks for pointing that out. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:26, 9 August 2014 (UTC)

== Not all Mega Evolutions are on this page that have been revealed ==
Mega Salamence, Mega Metagross, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lopunny all need to be mention after Mega Sableye.--[[User:Hydreigonfan1|Hydreigonfan1]] ([[User talk:Hydreigonfan1|talk]]) 11:13, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:Taken care of. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 12:43, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
::But they weren't revealed in July issue, only in August, it should be noted in the new paragraph, with the return of Horde Encounters, new Pikachu forms... [[User:Asmod96|Asmod96]] ([[User talk:Asmod96|talk]]) 15:00, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:::To chime in on this discussion without making another section, it has been a few days since Mega Sharpedo, Mega Gallade, and Mega Camerupt were revealed. Are the admins waiting for confirmation from, for example, Pokemon.com before this makes it into the article? If the CoroCoro leak from this month is enough confirmation, could somebody with access add this to the article? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 19:27, 15 September 2014 (UTC)

== More Mega Evolutions? ==

Yesterday, the official Pokémon website of Korea accidentally revealed two new mega evolution Pokémon; Mega Slowbro and Mega Audino. Many people like myself questioned if this was real or a scam. It's the official Pokémon site of Korea. More information will come as we get it.
{{unsigned|DJMander}}

== Another Mega Evo Tidbit ==

Sorry to add onto the trend of mentioning the new megas, but currently the paragraph states at least eight Mega Evolutions and then lists ten. I'd fix it myself but of course I can't so could someone just do that for me XD [[User:Azure42|Azure/ChromeVoid42]] ([[User talk:Azure42|talk]]) 18:24, 20 August 2014 (UTC)

== No Steven Stone since Emerald? ==

Um, didn't he appear in B2W2 as a Champion? [[User:Starscream|Starscream]] ([[User talk:Starscream|talk]]) 23:13, 28 August 2014 (UTC)

== Multilingual ==

Could someone add that Nintendo HK and Taiwan have both confirmed the games will (like X/Y) contain all languages on the one card? http://www.nintendo.tw/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm http://www.nintendo.com.hk/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm Nowhere seems to have picked up on this, probably because only Nintendo HK/TW bothered to clarify this (since only HK and TW are in a region of their own, without having a local translation). - [[User:BZD|BZD]] ([[User talk:BZD|talk]]) 03:43, 22 September 2014 (UTC)

==Ratings==
The ACB has put up their ratings: [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=iuCjUqkFCF6wGgGVuaGmQQ%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXehvRbWeAhT8S4Y6t4otMG1OPPQsqEgBN79aTC4EFKrSpt Omega Ruby] and [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=KgrINBSv5pEmVtrSEn54Rw%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXeho7s65RvpUipwXyeqAqiiWKxbU3ep%252fT2e2svoiXEbxY6 Alpha Sapphire]. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 01:30, 28 September 2014 (UTC)

== Noteworthy Trivia? ==

I know remake trivia is usually ignored, but I think it would be good to add that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the first remakes (Of course, not counting things like Emerald or Platinum) to not feature the original mascot? [[User:ArtistKyurem|ArtistKyurem]] ([[User talk:ArtistKyurem|talk]]) 02:59, 5 October 2014 (UTC)
:It's still Groudon and Kyogre, just in primal reversion. So no, it's not true nor notable (since there's only three pairs, which is too small of a group).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:09, 5 October 2014 (UTC)

== Demo version link ==

I think a link to the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]] should be ''somewhere'' on this page... Maybe just in a See also section at the bottom. Or possibly even as part of [[Template:Core series]]. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:20, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:I'm sure when proper information is begun to be added to the page, there will be a section for the demo. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 20:39, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
::Why not just unlock the page? [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 20:54, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:::I'd guess they will tomorrow so those of us who can edit can get to work? --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 21:17, 20 November 2014 (UTC)

== "Display" to "Cosplay" ==

It looks like in the Blurb section it says "Pikachu likes to display?!" but on the box it says "Pikachu likes to cosplay?!" I assume this is a typo? --[[User:ArceusVsMew|avm :^)]] ([[User talk:ArceusVsMew|talk]]) 19:16, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
:That was my autocorrect. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 19:26, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. --avm :^) 19:35, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

== Prof. Birch chase ==

The page should be edited to note that Prof. Birch is chased by a Shroomish when you get a Johto starter and not a Poochyena. [[User:Hellopio|Hellopio]] ([[User talk:Hellopio|talk]]) 23:16, 6 December 2014 (UTC)

:Also, choosing another starter is ''not'' through BEATING the Elite Four a second time, just through triggering them. I went to go beat them for the second time, and discovered i was woefully unprepared. I then went off on my merry way to go training up to try again, but I eventually ended up in my house in Littleroot again, and the instant I stepped outside the door, Professor Birch was in trouble again. [[User:Zeusfireair|Zeusfireair]] ([[User talk:Zeusfireair|talk]]) 14:20, 12 December 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Please split the "Changes from Ruby & Sapphire" with '''Aesthetic changes''', '''Location changes''' and '''Gameplay changes --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 00:17, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:Agreed. It's looking a tad overloaded at the moment. Probably a subsection for move changes (TM/HM,) unless that can also be considered a gameplay change. --[[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:35, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
::Looked it over, and I agree. It will need some serious organization. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 14:30, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:::You're mention the removal of femele Psychics and Triathltes? --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 20:28, 16 December 2014 (UTC)

== Access to the Team Magma/Aqua Hideout after beating Tate and Lisa. ==

Iirc, it's blocked off after getting the Gym Badge from Tate and Lisa in Ruby/Sapphire, but it's possible to get items from the hideout even after defeating them in ORAS, regardless of whether it's before beating the Elite Four + Champion, or during the Delta Episode. This is likely to be due to elements in the Delta Episode which require access to it, but perhaps it can be mentioned under "Changes", as well?

It wasn't very obvious to me, until I accidentally returned to the hideout just before getting the gym badge from Wallace. -- [[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:42, 7 December 2014 (UTC)

== Obtaining Sinnoh and Unova starters ==

The way of obtaining those starters are incorrect. The Unova starters can be obtained AFTER the Delta Episode, and the Sinnoh starters AFTER defeating the Elite 4 the SECOND time. Please correct this! --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 14:08, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:Help me understand this... (I don't have ORAS at the moment.) If you beat the Elite Four the first time, then complete the Delta Episode, then beat the Elite Four a second time—without ever talking to Prof Birch in the meantime (unless somewhere in that you ''have'' to?)—are you telling me you could go find Prof Birch on Route 101 and get a choice of all three regional starters all in a row?
:Someone also said (somewhere) you only had to ''challenge'' the Elite Four, not beat them. Are you ''certain'' it's "defeat" and not "challenge"? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:20, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::From what I can tell each one is triggered specifically by entering and leaving your house again. So, in my case, I got the Johto starters shortly after beating the Elite Four (because I entered and left my house again after interacting with Zinnia) but this comment only JUST reminded me that I could get a Sinnoh starter even though I beat the Delta Episode days ago (because I hadn't reentered my house after leaving—I suppose I won't do so until this question has a definitive answer). I'm assuming that if you did as you suggest, then Professor Birch would give you one starter each time you re-entered and exited your house. But given the differing cutscenes for each gift, I seriously doubt you'd get all three in one go. —[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 22:32, 16 December 2014 (UTC)

== Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article ==

The [[Ninja Boy (Trainer class)|Ninja Boys]] that hide behind cardboard trees are now optional. Also, two new trainer classes the [[Scuba Diver (Trainer class)| Scuba Diver]] and the [[Free Diver (Trainer class)| Free Diver]] were introduced to allow optional trainer battles to occur while underwater.

Since the problems with [[Double Battle]] exclusive classes had been fixed since the fourth gen, they now have vision ranges of more than one square, meaning, for example, the battle against the first twins of the game Gina and Mia are unavoidable even though the bridges are now three tiles high.

The National Dex is now obtainable after you've just finished beaten Groudon or Kyogre. Thus, the trainers within the [[Victory Road (Hoenn)| Hoenn Victory Road]] had their teams modified to include Pokémon not native to Hoenn. Also, when you obtain the National Dex, it's possible to find Pokémon not within the Hoenn dex on most routes using the DexNav.

Also, Wally and the Elite Four aren't the only trainers to include a Pokémon retroactively added to the Hoenn dex - [[Pokémon Breeder (Trainer class)|Pokémon Breeder]] Lydia of [[Hoenn Route 117|Route 117]]'s Rosalina had been retroactively turned into a Budew. In addition, [[Gabby and Ty]] will eventually evolve their Magnemite into a Magnezone when you rematch them enough times.

Lastly, all the overworld Pikachu had been turned into other Pokémon species for the remake. The only way to see one in-ga,e is to either trade for them, win your first contest (in order to get Cosplay Pikachu), encounter a wild Pikachu in the [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] or encounter the very few trainers who use Pikachu on their teams.

Incidentally, Sky Battles as known from {{gameabbrev3|XY}} does ''not'' appear in these games. It's possible to encounter wild Pokémon in the sky using the Eon Flute, yes, but the battle's treated like a standard battle instead of a Sky Battle and thus, there's no limits on what Pokémon you can bring and what moves you can use.

--[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 22:29, 17 December 2014 (UTC)

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2014-12-17T22:42:01Z

KarjamP: /* Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article */

{{forums notice|November 30, 2014}}

==Interwiki==
Don't forget the interwikis! <nowiki>[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]] [[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]] [[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]</nowiki> Btw... why you are protect all pages, that are related in any form with the new remakes? Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany... [[User:Tobutz98|Tobutz98]] ([[User talk:Tobutz98|talk]]) 19:17, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
: Pages related to any breaking news are generally protected to prevent wild speculation or misinformation from being added. I'm not sure if there's a specific place or way to request edits to locked pages, sadly. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 19:36, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
::The place to request edits for locked pages is on their talk page, or the talk page of a staff member. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 19:55, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Add Template==
I think it would be wise that one of the Admins put "Template:Upcoming notice" or a different template I could not find on this page because it is new unless I am wrong and this is not necessary because of the page protection. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 21:30, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Edit suggestions==
* "<nowiki>are the secondary [[paired version]]s of [[Generation VI]]</nowiki>" implies that every subsequent generation has had "secondary paired versions" (a phrase that is being used to represent both remakes and sequels), which is incorrect. Why not just copy and customize the text from the intros of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}?
* "Both games were revealed {{tt|during|in}} a worldwide announcement by the official Pokémon {{tt|websites,|remove comma}} on May 7, 2014. The paired versions will be released worldwide {{tt|during|in}} November 2014."
* Change "<nowiki>[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire]]</nowiki>" to "<nowiki>{{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}</nowiki>" —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 05:29, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Hello, I have made some changes as you have requested. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Thanks, trom. However, it says that November 2014 is the release ''date'', but I think this should say ''release period''. Also, "PAccording to the press release which announced the games" should be "According to the press release that announced the games". Some users seem to think that ''which'' can replace ''that'' in this instance because I see it often, but this is folly. For instance, the phrasing "The book, which I read last night, was exciting" must use ''which'' and not ''that'', while "The book that I read last night was exciting" is the opposite (but may also omit ''that'' entirely). —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] (UTC) 09:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Folly indeed. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==Trailer Video==
Can an admin add this to the page??
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|pokemon|Hoenn}}
 --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 08:18, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Done, although I dislike that template so I chose not to use it. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Don't mind me, but may I ask why you don't like that template ?? --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:09, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

==Poké Transporter==
If these games use the Poké Transporter, like [[Pokémon X and Y|X and Y]], will it be worth noting that these are the first remakes to be compatible with the originals, if indirectly?
[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions]] → [[Pal Park]] → [[Generation IV]] → [[Poké Transfer]] → [[Generation V]] → [[Poké Transporter]] → [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] | [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 14:46, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:It is currently unknown if they will use the Poke Transporter.  --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:35, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::That wasn't my question. I said ''if'' they do, will this be worth noting? [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 15:27, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Even if they don't, they'll still be compatible with the originals via Poke Transporter to XY, then trade to ORAS. It's still speculative to say it yet, but as soon as either Poke Transporter or trade capability is revealed, I would think it'd be notable that they're the ''only'' ones (not just the first, since first is of debatable notability for some things). [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:20, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::It's certainly worth noting in my opinion, but i also think that the admins should approve it. And @Pumpkinking, they are ''currently'' the only ones,but ''if'' in the future a remake of DP is announced, we'll have to change the wording. --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:34, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
They are compatible with Poke Bank and there for Poke Transfer. Any way someone already edited that in. [[User:AbsolX|AbsolX]] ([[User talk:AbsolX|talk]]) 23:58, 15 December 2014 (UTC)

==Press Release Description==
The second paragraph "According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will to take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world." should be changed to reflect that this is not a new game as "spectacular new world" implies.
The official website also gives a far more accurate description of the game http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/
[[User:Luneth|Luneth]] ([[User talk:Luneth|talk]]) 15:31, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:So why don't we just delete the "new" in "a spectacular new world"? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 16:03, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Modifying any quote typically makes the quote unusable. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It isn't really a quote because the video never mentions "a spectacular new world". Only "an epic new adventure" and "a dramatic new world". [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 19:01, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::[http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Omega_Ruby,_Pok%C3%A9mon_Alpha_Sapphire_announced It's a quote from the official press release.] [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::::Can we at least put "an epic new adventure in a spectacular new world" in quotes? --[[User:KommanderAwesome|KommanderAwesome]] ([[User talk:KommanderAwesome|talk]]) 20:23, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::::Not the way in your comment since that would be combining two quotes together. The largest stretch I can see is, the games will take players on "an epic new adventure" to "a dramatic new world." Still, I believe the wording on the article is the best so far. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:57, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==New information from Serebii==

we should include this info from todays news: http://www.serebii.net/index2.shtml

"Following its reveal yesterday, there has been some question as to the actual content of Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, as to whether they're remakes or new versions due to the wording of the announcement. During the Investor Briefing today, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are full-remakes of the 2002 releases, Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. We'll bring more on these games as it comes
Edit @ 15:38: The Japanese arm of The Pokémon Company sent out an e-mail to all Daisuki Club members which ends up pointing out the differences to Groudon & Kyogre on the box-art, stating that they're showcasing "never before seen Pokémon", the same terminology they used for Black & White Kyurem, as well as Mega Mewtwo Y upon their reveal, indicating that they are more than stylised artwork of the Pokémon. We'll bring more on this as it comes"

[[User:Pearlgamez|Pearlgamez]] ([[User talk:Pearlgamez|talk]]) 20:07, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Serebii should not be used as a source. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:43, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::I personally received that email and did not see any indication this was true. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::I agree serebii should not be used as a source. Speculation about the differences to Groudon & Kyogre seems to indicate they may be mega-evolutions of the originals, but as no official information about mega-evolutions in the remakes has been announced it can't be used in this article. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 02:12, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
::::I also agree. Serebii should not be used as a source, or else Pidgeot would be blue and Magikarp would be a Psychic-type. [[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 12:03, 28 May 2014 (UTC)Espurr101

== Use of the word Remake ==

Should we really use the word "remake" quite yet?

I know from previous patterns, the naming of the games and all that points to remakes, but at this point in time they might just be sequels or new games entirely. They even mention a new world, and the guy who gives the idol mentions a new region, so this might not take place in Hoenn at all.

I'm really just playing devil's advocate here, but we should watch the wording on the article for now. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 06:59, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:You haven't followed the news, have you? They were [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/library/events/140508/index.html confirmed] to be remakes yesterday. You should do your "homework" more often before you're posting questions.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 07:17, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

::I've been following the news since it broke, but every tweet and article just repackaged/re-tweeted the same info. 99% of every article I found on the subject of the remakes just quoted the blurb from the trailer. That article you linked to was the first OFFICIAL piece of news I've seen that gave details on the remakes. You can't expect to do biology homework if all the school has are math books.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 11:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::On the second thought, I was too harsh for you. Unlike what I thought, the link to the official statement has ''not'' been posted to almost any fan or official site; everyone just believes what Serebii says. Sorry about that.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:37, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::Its ok, like Dawn always says, No Need To Worry. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 20:04, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

=='Oras' is the Lithuanian word for 'Weather'==
The name of the games is likely a play on the letters theme started with XY (ie. the Greek letters 'Α' and 'Ω'), and the Lithuanian word for weather, [https://translate.google.com/#en/lt/weather Oras] -- weather being one of the prominent elements of RSE. Sounds like a interesting fact to add to the Trivia section. --[[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash Pokemaster]] ([[User talk:Ash Pokemaster|talk]]) 13:07, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

:It could also be a reference to the phrase "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in the Book of Revelation. Usually the phrase refers to Christ or God and typically is taken as meaning "I am the Beginning and the End". Possibly a hint that the story could involve Pokemon gods in some way. Interesting to note that Arceus is the 'Alpha' Pokemon according to the Pokedex and is the closest thing to a Pokemon 'God' we've seen as it was supposedly the creator of the Pokemon world. Perhaps we might see the 'Omega' Pokemon, or in other words, the 'End' or destroyer. (Basically the Pokemon Satan) - [[User:PsychoP|PsychoP]] ([[User talk:PsychoP|talk]]) 18:01, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::We don't know what's going to happen in the games and this isn't the place for speculation. And no. That would require them making an actual new Pokemon, which won't happen in a remake. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 18:19, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:::We already have an alpha Pokemon, Arceus, and Giratina is based of the devil. Although, X and Y did kind of have the alpha and omega thing going, as Xerneas is the life Pokemon and Yveltal is the destruction Pokemon. Maybe Groudon and Kyogre will get alpha an omega forms. Idk, better wait for CoroCoro. {{unsigned|Espurr101}}

I think Bob Ross said it best, and what we have on our hands here is "a little happy mistake." It's just pure coincidence I am sure. Also Delta Emerald has been registered, and if they broke the mold and released that, it would be ORASDE which means nothing at all. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)

==No evident that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are in the Generation VI==
We should at least wait for the announcement of cross-game communication of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to be sure if they are indeed Generation VI. And according to this:
:"A generation, in terms of the Pokémon franchise, is a subset of the series that debuted or is set around the same time, focusing on the same region, and featuring the same Pokémon."
I don't think they are Generation VI at all if we go by this definition. We should probably change that. Besides, Generations may be separated by their methods of inter-game communications. I don't think, currently, there is anything we can say about battling or sending Pokemon from or to these games from or to X and Y.

Originally posted in [[Talk:Generation]] by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 06:55, 8 May 2014 (UTC).
Moved here by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:48, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:It's totally safe to assume that Hoenn remakes aren't introducing a new generation, especially when there are lots of unreleased Gen VI stuff and the XY anime series isn't even in the halfway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:19, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::It is safe, but an encyclopaedia is obligated to only display information that is evidental. I won't have a problem if we put up "probably" or "highly speculated" instead of "part of". -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:26, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It's obviously generation VI. That is a guaranteed fact. Sure, it hasn't been stated, but it doesn't need to be stated. Generation VI is the current generation. Each generation starts with a brand new game in a brand new region with brand new Pokémon. It won't start with a remake. It's only logical that this is a Generation VI game. Also, it's being released on the same generation console as other Gen VI games which further backs up this point. It's Gen VI and although it hasn't been stated, there is enough evidence to make that claim. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 12:36, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::That way, we will have to refine our definitions of a generation. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:52, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::: In my honest opinion (although everyones views are different as I can see on here lol) but until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should be considered Generation VI games until further notice, and also, a lot of clues and hints in Pokemon X and Y further hinted that Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire would be remade, so it makes sense (to me anyways), but also Generation VI is not completed yet (that we know of) as we have seen in all other generations that either a 3rd game (Yellow, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum) or in the case of Generation V (Black 2 and White 2) were released to complete a Generation. And just like Generation III we had Ruby & Sapphire release first followed by FireRed & LeafGreen then Emerald, then in Generation IV we had Diamond, Pearl, Platinum then followed by HeartGold & SoulSilver. So far it seems that Generation VI is following the pattern of Generation III (so far, that is). But mind you, thats just my opinion, but like I said at the start of my "rant" (lol) until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should still be considered Generation VI until further notice. Demers-Vachon 10:44, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::I agree. They never start a generation with remakes. They only start a generation with a new region full of new Pokémon. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire would more likely focus on the Generation III Pokémon than to introduce new ones. In FireRed and LeafGreen, you only met the original 150 Pokémon before getting the National Pokédex to catch Johto Pokémon and trade with Hoenn for the then-current Pokémon. FireRed LeafGreen didn't introduce any new Pokémon. They only brought back the classic Pokémon. HeartGold and SoulSilver did tweak the Johto Pokédex a bit to include five Gen IV evolutions that resulted from moves (although, I don't get why they didn't just put a move tutor in Kanto.) So HeartGold and SoulSilver didn't introduce any Pokémon. And X and Y had just came out last October. That was only 7 months ago, so if Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire started Generation VII, Gen 6 would be the shortest generation ever. The possibility of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire starting a new generation is slim. [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 11:16, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::::I agree that these should be considered Generation VI, at least until we discover otherwise. While it is possible that we may get a new generation, the odds are incredibly small. Additionally, Pokémon tends to keep all of its media together. Even if X and Y are the only video games in Generation VI, I find it unlikely that Nintendo would push for a Generation VII when Ash Ketchum still has to finish his journey through Kalos in the anime, the Pokémon Adventures X and Y chapter is just getting started, and not even all Generation VI Pokémon have been made available as TCG cards. Heck, we still have yet to see the release of Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa in the video games, so even the video games cannot be finished here. Finally, I must correct you on something, SeanWheeler. FireRed and LeafGreen did actually introduce a new Pokémon: Deoxys. There were no events for it prior to the release of FRLG and when the events occurred, it could only be obtained in FRLG, not in Ruby and Sapphire. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 22:37, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

Also, please remind me if "Generations" are the official creations or simply how it is defined in the fandom? I think we should judge if certain titles are in a certain generation according to an objective definition. I understand that it is highly probable to see it released as in the Generation VI. But this is not a confirmed fact or official announcement, but a derived theory. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 22:52, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:The term generation has been used by official sources, such as Pokemon.com and the boxes of DP. Several traits that typically signify a new generation are not present, like no new region and no new Pokémon. Frankly, I think this whole argument is pointless. It's obvious that it's going to be released within this generation and at this rate we'll only keep going around in circles. It's really not worth continuing. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:10, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:Sorry about that then. I thought Generations were something we created to group the titles. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 07:59, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::: I agree with what "Pokemaster" had said earlier, this topic is just going around in circles until the games are released in November. I do firmly believe that Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire is part of Generation VI. If those games were to begin Generation VII, then I highly doubt they would have had Ash in Kalos, or if they did, he would have gotten 6 to 7 gym badges by now (more in reference to the Japan episodes that has aired already not the English ones) and from what I have seen, he so far only has one gym badge obtained and caught 2 pokemon (Froakie & Fletchling). But thats just my thoughts about it. Demers-Vachon 08:56, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::::::It's possible they will add more pokemon, but only gen VI ones, I doubt they'll touch the original gens ones... However, that being said and all, they've just started using Mega evolutions, I doubt they will drop them, so we may see many new mega evolutions instead of new pokemon. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 01:55, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

It is going in circles and no conclusion can be drawn. This is precisely what I wanted to say: We don't have official confirmation on which Generation this is in. On the page, there is this row: part of Generation VI. It looks like some official words. No matter how logical the derivations are, they are just speculations. There is not any canonical material or announcement making this claim. I have not been questioning its correctness. I have been questioning its validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 03:14, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

::While there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VI, there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VII either. It could be either one. So the article should use whichever is more likely, which is Generation VI. You may think that we shouldn't make assumptions like that, but you have to remember that Nintendo never said that X and Y were a part of Generation VI. Or any of the other games were part of their respective Generations. So we will never have any official proof, because the very idea of generations is unofficial. (The boxes of Diamond/Pearl did say "A new generation", but that's just marketing crap. It could have just as easily said "a new adventure". And either way, "a new generation" doesn't necessarily mean Generation IV. For all we know, Nintendo classified every game before DP as a single generation, and every game since then is Generation II). This being the case, even when the games come out, it's likely that we won't know what generation to put. It's entirely fan-made. So, we do the logical thing of putting what most fans would classify this as. And in that regard, there's no reason why we can't put Generation VI now. Of course, when the games come out, if we see that there is enough separating it from X and Y, such as incompatibility, new Pokémon, a new region (technically the "Hoenn Confirmed!" meme is wrong - Hoenn has not been confirmed), etc., then fans may choose to reclassify it as Generation VII. If that's the case, we can edit the article at the time to reflect the shift in the fans's views. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 03:39, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

I was not questioning if there is any probability of it coming out as Generation VII. I was questioning, even if it is very probable to be Generation VI, the validity is that it is deduced or speculated, even based on many objective observations. But none of the quoted are as valid as an official release. If "Generation" is The Pokemon Company's official terms, we cannot say something is or is not without the company first says so. If, instead, "Generation" is what the fandom creates, "official" means the stance de facto in the fandom, hence, verifiable and objective criteria and definitions. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 05:30, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:We don't need them to flat out state they are part of Generation VI. They only use the word Generation when a new one starts, and it's always when a new region is introduced and new Pokémon (not new forms) are introduced. Suggesting that they are part of a completely different Generation is ridiculous. There is only one Generation at a time. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 06:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

Please, read again. I have not suggested they are part of a completely different Generation. I have not suggested any possibility. I only questioned the validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:41, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:Nothing is being changed, and this discussion is closed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:54, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

== Mega Evolutions ==

I know we can't state this to be a confirmed fact, but comparing Groudon and Kyogre here to their usual appearance seems to indicate they're in a different form. Perhaps it's a mega evolution? [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 00:25, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
:Talk pages are for the improvement of the article, not for idle discussion of the article's topic. Use [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/forum.php the forums] if you're interested in speculating about potential Mega Evolutions for the new games. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 01:06, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
::I was unsure as to whether that should be taken note of on this page, given its visibility on the box art, but seeign as it's unconfirmed I will take my leave to the forums. [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 04:47, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== English official site ==

This should be added as an official site in the infobox as it is on the other games: [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== PEGI rating ==

Shouldn't the PEGI rating be 7, as it shows in [http://youtu.be/7xPhlAas1ik this video]? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 15:25, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:Right underneath that it says Provisional, which means it could change. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 17:10, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
::I'm sorry, I'm from the Netherlands, so I didn't know what it meant, I thought it was just some kind of company name or something like that. [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 20:21, 26 May 2014 (UTC)

== Delta Emerald ==

So apparently Delta Emerald has been registered. Is this worth noting on the article? [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:42, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
:There's been countless trademarks like this before and they've not been mentioned (Such as Water Blue) so it doesn't seem necessary. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
::Even though Game Freak/Nintendo may or may not use the "Delta Emerald" trademark, I think it warrants some sort of mention (a single sentence would suffice, and there are [http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/05/29/pokemon-delta-emerald-trademark-surfaces other sources]/[http://mynintendonews.com/2014/05/29/nintendo-trademarks-pokemon-delta-emerald/ websites] covering it as well), primarily due to the term apparently being registered around the same time as "OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire" (and it is the only trademark that is a feasible parallel to the OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire names with the "Greek letter + precious gemstone" construct). I personally think ''WaterBlue'' merits a similar mention -- due to its same-time registration with ''FireRed/LeafGreen'' (and being the closest parallel to those terms with the "element + color" construct) and the matter that Game Freak actually addressed the "LeafGreen title retaining" issue at one point. [[User:Fenyx4|Fenyx4]] ([[User talk:Fenyx4|talk]]) 22:51, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
:::My only concern with this is was any Crystal remake title trade marked with HGSS? We know Gray was trade marked before B2W2[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:24, 1 June 2014 (UTC)

== Coro Coro leak ==

The Coro Coro leak is out with new information. Swampert and Sceptile has Mega Evolutions. Brendan and May are confirmed. Teams Aqua and Magma were shown. Steven apparently has a Mega Charizard X. When are we going to update this article? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 21:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:No content regarding the CoroCoro leaks are going to be added until it can be known they aren't fake. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 21:48, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::So how are leaks proven real? It may be easy to detect ridiculous leaks but what about leaks as convincing as this that everyone's talking about? Other fansites like Serebii believe it. But how do we know when a leak is real? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 22:47, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::When the issue is published, we will know it's real. That's fairly obvious. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 22:51, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Don't forget, Diancie is getting a mega too. --[[User:SuperPikaBros|Super]][[User talk:SuperPikaBros|Pika]][[Special:Contributions/SuperPikaBros|Bros]] 23:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, the first Mega Evolution of a Kalos Pokémon. When is the issue actually coming out? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 23:23, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::The 13th. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:27, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
If True, this also would make Diancie the only Pokémon so far to have a Mega form that isn't in Gens I-IV. Gen V still has no Megas as of yet.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 23:36, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:So what is a faster way to determine it's authenticity? I don't want to wait 6 days. I want the information here now! [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 00:05, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::Being impatient isn't going to make it come faster. You have to wait, that is life.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:07, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::Well, looks like the images have been posted on the Archives and my article was published on Bulbanews. It now looks as if Bulbagarden has accepted the leak as official. Question is, is Bulbapedia? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 14:41, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Well, it is CoroCoro so the information might be correct, but the impact of speculations has risen since the first trailer. Probably because of that. [[User:KidGuardian|KidGuardian]] ([[User talk:KidGuardian|talk]]) 14:46, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Is Bulbapedia simply stricter about speculation than the other parts of Bulbagarden? The archives provide our images and the notice at the top of this page points to the Bulbagarden Forums. Bulbanews headlines are on the main page. Bulbapedia is closer to Bulbagarden than to the NIWA and Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis. Yet, Bulbanews, the forums and the Archives have already decided that it's real. Although the forums are about speculation and accepted it first, maybe they don't count. But since the News published my article and the Archives restored Coro Coro images, I'm believing they are believing the scan. In fact the Archives temporarily deleted those scans until they can be proven real. However, they may have just restored them for my [[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|news article]]? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 02:35, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::As I just said in the Mega Evolution talk page, we aren't treating this as official just yet as the leaks were leaked earlier than usual. They usually leak on the 10th of every month--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::::But according to "Ataro" in a few post above, the release date for CoroCoro this month is on the 13th (not sure if its accurate or not). Usually CoroCoro comes out on the 15th or 16th isn't it, and the leaks gets out starting from around 10th of the month. But, if the release date is early then possibly even the leaks would be out earlier. Also, this wouldn't be the first time that CoroCoro leaks are out before 10th of a month.--[[User:LatS|LatS]] ([[User talk:LatS|talk]]) 11:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::::Happens a lot actually of magazines. Scanned manga's that come out every week are actually one week ahead while their official release is after one week in Japan. Probably they caught a early copy from the issue. '''''[[User:KidGuardian|Kid]][[User talk:KidGuardian|Guardian]]''''' 00:59, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/06/10/pokemon-omega-ruby-pokemon-alpha-sapphire-release-date-announced/ Official trailer for the games], the scans are definitely legit. The new Megas and character designs are featured. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 17:58, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

== E3 2014 Announcement ==

So a new trailer for ORAS was released yesterday as part of E3 2014. It showed a lot more content, confirmed the CoroCoro leak, and displayed several bits of gameplay, including apparent Mega Evolutions for Groudon & Kyogre, in which their markings glow prominently to match their boxart artwork. I feel that this information should be added to the article, since the trailer seen was official, and therefore verifiable information from a reliable source. Since I am not permitted to edit the ''OmegaRuby & AlphaSapphire'' article, I ask that someone with access to editing add this information in.
[[User:Bowserbros|Bowserbros]] ([[User talk:Bowserbros|talk]]) 18:36, 11 June 2014 (UTC)

== Pokemon.com Screenshots ==

So the official ORAS site up on Pokemon.com has a plethora of screenshots you lot can add to this article.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 01:19, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:Many of these screenshots have been uploaded to the Archives already, haven't been added to the article yet. I'll try to add some soon. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:29, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Release date for Australia ==

I really don't see any official source in which states it's release date for Australia. The Nintendo Australia website does not have the game listed anywhere, so we don't even know what the actual release date for Australia really is. EB Games isn't a reliable source when it comes to release dates, 'cause they often will get the release dates from sites like Wikipedia or even from here.

Until Nintendo Australia confirms it's release date, I really do think we should change the release date for Australia to '''November 2014'''.[[User:Platinum Lucario|Platinum Lucario]] ([[User talk:Platinum Lucario|talk]]) 18:41, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:The Australian version of [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-au/ the official site] clearly says "Coming November 21, 2014!"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:53, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Change in infobox ==

Should the info in the infobox be changed from:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Groudon"
to:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon"
and also in the case of Primal Kyogre? Thanks.
[[User:Dinodestroyer|Dinodestroyer]] ([[User talk:Dinodestroyer|talk]]) 19:07, 21 June 2014 (UTC)

== Add trivia section? ==

I have a few things to add now

-These are the second pairs of games to not have "version" at the end.

-These are the second remakes after the Game Corner controversy

-These are the first remakes after the Pokémon Center and Pokémart being merged

I could think of a few more, but these will do.

[[User:SuperShroom63|SuperShroom63]] ([[User talk:SuperShroom63|talk]]) 01:52, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
:The first two aren't notable. In the case of the last one, images seem to have shown that the Poké Mart and Pokémon Center are no longer merged, so imo, it doesn't seem too notable. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 01:57, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
::Oh, this is the first pair of remakes with [insert change made in [[Generation V]] or [[Generation VI]]]! Yeah, not too notable. Although, if there were anything that were notable, this will be the first pair of remakes with {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon and [[Mega Evolution]]s. [[User:Black Metal Warrior|Black Metal Warrior]] ([[User talk:Black Metal Warrior|talk]]) 22:53, 2 July 2014 (UTC)
:::FireRed and LeafGreen were the first pair of remakes to have Steel type Pokémon, but we don't note that. It should be obvious.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 23:40, 2 July 2014 (UTC)

== "To" to "for". ==

I noticed the article says "... Steven Stone, the Mach Bike, and the Acro Bike will return '''to''' the first time since...", when I presume that "for" is meant to be in there instead of "to." Would someone fix this for me, please? [[User:Uncle Edit|He's here! The one and only...Uncle Edit!]] ([[User talk:Uncle Edit|talk]]) 03:19, 9 August 2014 (UTC)
:Corrected. Thanks for pointing that out. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:26, 9 August 2014 (UTC)

== Not all Mega Evolutions are on this page that have been revealed ==
Mega Salamence, Mega Metagross, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lopunny all need to be mention after Mega Sableye.--[[User:Hydreigonfan1|Hydreigonfan1]] ([[User talk:Hydreigonfan1|talk]]) 11:13, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:Taken care of. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 12:43, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
::But they weren't revealed in July issue, only in August, it should be noted in the new paragraph, with the return of Horde Encounters, new Pikachu forms... [[User:Asmod96|Asmod96]] ([[User talk:Asmod96|talk]]) 15:00, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:::To chime in on this discussion without making another section, it has been a few days since Mega Sharpedo, Mega Gallade, and Mega Camerupt were revealed. Are the admins waiting for confirmation from, for example, Pokemon.com before this makes it into the article? If the CoroCoro leak from this month is enough confirmation, could somebody with access add this to the article? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 19:27, 15 September 2014 (UTC)

== More Mega Evolutions? ==

Yesterday, the official Pokémon website of Korea accidentally revealed two new mega evolution Pokémon; Mega Slowbro and Mega Audino. Many people like myself questioned if this was real or a scam. It's the official Pokémon site of Korea. More information will come as we get it.
{{unsigned|DJMander}}

== Another Mega Evo Tidbit ==

Sorry to add onto the trend of mentioning the new megas, but currently the paragraph states at least eight Mega Evolutions and then lists ten. I'd fix it myself but of course I can't so could someone just do that for me XD [[User:Azure42|Azure/ChromeVoid42]] ([[User talk:Azure42|talk]]) 18:24, 20 August 2014 (UTC)

== No Steven Stone since Emerald? ==

Um, didn't he appear in B2W2 as a Champion? [[User:Starscream|Starscream]] ([[User talk:Starscream|talk]]) 23:13, 28 August 2014 (UTC)

== Multilingual ==

Could someone add that Nintendo HK and Taiwan have both confirmed the games will (like X/Y) contain all languages on the one card? http://www.nintendo.tw/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm http://www.nintendo.com.hk/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm Nowhere seems to have picked up on this, probably because only Nintendo HK/TW bothered to clarify this (since only HK and TW are in a region of their own, without having a local translation). - [[User:BZD|BZD]] ([[User talk:BZD|talk]]) 03:43, 22 September 2014 (UTC)

==Ratings==
The ACB has put up their ratings: [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=iuCjUqkFCF6wGgGVuaGmQQ%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXehvRbWeAhT8S4Y6t4otMG1OPPQsqEgBN79aTC4EFKrSpt Omega Ruby] and [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=KgrINBSv5pEmVtrSEn54Rw%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXeho7s65RvpUipwXyeqAqiiWKxbU3ep%252fT2e2svoiXEbxY6 Alpha Sapphire]. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 01:30, 28 September 2014 (UTC)

== Noteworthy Trivia? ==

I know remake trivia is usually ignored, but I think it would be good to add that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the first remakes (Of course, not counting things like Emerald or Platinum) to not feature the original mascot? [[User:ArtistKyurem|ArtistKyurem]] ([[User talk:ArtistKyurem|talk]]) 02:59, 5 October 2014 (UTC)
:It's still Groudon and Kyogre, just in primal reversion. So no, it's not true nor notable (since there's only three pairs, which is too small of a group).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:09, 5 October 2014 (UTC)

== Demo version link ==

I think a link to the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]] should be ''somewhere'' on this page... Maybe just in a See also section at the bottom. Or possibly even as part of [[Template:Core series]]. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:20, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:I'm sure when proper information is begun to be added to the page, there will be a section for the demo. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 20:39, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
::Why not just unlock the page? [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 20:54, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:::I'd guess they will tomorrow so those of us who can edit can get to work? --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 21:17, 20 November 2014 (UTC)

== "Display" to "Cosplay" ==

It looks like in the Blurb section it says "Pikachu likes to display?!" but on the box it says "Pikachu likes to cosplay?!" I assume this is a typo? --[[User:ArceusVsMew|avm :^)]] ([[User talk:ArceusVsMew|talk]]) 19:16, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
:That was my autocorrect. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 19:26, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. --avm :^) 19:35, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

== Prof. Birch chase ==

The page should be edited to note that Prof. Birch is chased by a Shroomish when you get a Johto starter and not a Poochyena. [[User:Hellopio|Hellopio]] ([[User talk:Hellopio|talk]]) 23:16, 6 December 2014 (UTC)

:Also, choosing another starter is ''not'' through BEATING the Elite Four a second time, just through triggering them. I went to go beat them for the second time, and discovered i was woefully unprepared. I then went off on my merry way to go training up to try again, but I eventually ended up in my house in Littleroot again, and the instant I stepped outside the door, Professor Birch was in trouble again. [[User:Zeusfireair|Zeusfireair]] ([[User talk:Zeusfireair|talk]]) 14:20, 12 December 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Please split the "Changes from Ruby & Sapphire" with '''Aesthetic changes''', '''Location changes''' and '''Gameplay changes --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 00:17, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:Agreed. It's looking a tad overloaded at the moment. Probably a subsection for move changes (TM/HM,) unless that can also be considered a gameplay change. --[[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:35, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
::Looked it over, and I agree. It will need some serious organization. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 14:30, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:::You're mention the removal of femele Psychics and Triathltes? --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 20:28, 16 December 2014 (UTC)

== Access to the Team Magma/Aqua Hideout after beating Tate and Lisa. ==

Iirc, it's blocked off after getting the Gym Badge from Tate and Lisa in Ruby/Sapphire, but it's possible to get items from the hideout even after defeating them in ORAS, regardless of whether it's before beating the Elite Four + Champion, or during the Delta Episode. This is likely to be due to elements in the Delta Episode which require access to it, but perhaps it can be mentioned under "Changes", as well?

It wasn't very obvious to me, until I accidentally returned to the hideout just before getting the gym badge from Wallace. -- [[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:42, 7 December 2014 (UTC)

== Obtaining Sinnoh and Unova starters ==

The way of obtaining those starters are incorrect. The Unova starters can be obtained AFTER the Delta Episode, and the Sinnoh starters AFTER defeating the Elite 4 the SECOND time. Please correct this! --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 14:08, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:Help me understand this... (I don't have ORAS at the moment.) If you beat the Elite Four the first time, then complete the Delta Episode, then beat the Elite Four a second time—without ever talking to Prof Birch in the meantime (unless somewhere in that you ''have'' to?)—are you telling me you could go find Prof Birch on Route 101 and get a choice of all three regional starters all in a row?
:Someone also said (somewhere) you only had to ''challenge'' the Elite Four, not beat them. Are you ''certain'' it's "defeat" and not "challenge"? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:20, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::From what I can tell each one is triggered specifically by entering and leaving your house again. So, in my case, I got the Johto starters shortly after beating the Elite Four (because I entered and left my house again after interacting with Zinnia) but this comment only JUST reminded me that I could get a Sinnoh starter even though I beat the Delta Episode days ago (because I hadn't reentered my house after leaving—I suppose I won't do so until this question has a definitive answer). I'm assuming that if you did as you suggest, then Professor Birch would give you one starter each time you re-entered and exited your house. But given the differing cutscenes for each gift, I seriously doubt you'd get all three in one go. —[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 22:32, 16 December 2014 (UTC)

== Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article ==

The [[Ninja Boy (Trainer class)|Ninja Boys]] that hide behind cardboard trees are now optional. Also, two new trainer classes the [[Scuba Diver (Trainer class)| Scuba Diver]] and the [[Free Diver (Trainer class)| Free Diver]] were introduced to allow optional trainer battles to occur while underwater.

Since the problems with [[Double Battle]] exclusive classes had been fixed since the fourth gen, they now have vision ranges of more than one square, meaning, for example, the battle against the first twins of the game Gina and Mia are unavoidable even though the bridges are now three tiles high.

The National Dex is now obtainable after you've just finished beaten Groudon or Kyogre. Thus, the trainers within the [[Victory Road (Hoenn)| Hoenn Victory Road]] had their teams modified to include Pokémon not native to Hoenn. Also, when you obtain the National Dex, it's possible to find Pokémon not within the Hoenn dex on most routes using the DexNav.

Also, Wally and the Elite Four aren't the only trainers to include a Pokémon retroactivelly added to the Hoenn dex - [[Pokémon Breeder (Trainer class)|Pokémon Breeder]] Lydia of [[Hoenn Route 117|Route 117]]'s Rosalina had been retroactively turned into a Budew. In addition, [[Gabby and Ty]] will eventually evolve their Magnemite into a Magnezone when you rematch them enough times.

Lastly, all the overworld Pikachu had been turned into other Pokémon species for the remake. The only way to see one in-ga,e is to either trade for them, win your first contest (in order to get Cosplay Pikachu), encounter a wild Pikachu in the [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] or encounter the very few trainers who use Pikachu on their teams.

Incidentally, Sky Battles as known from {{gameabbrev3|XY}} does ''not'' appear in these games. It's possible to encounter wild Pokémon in the sky using the Eon Flute, yes, but the battle's treated like a standard battle instead of a Sky Battle and thus, there's no limits on what Pokémon you can bring and what moves you can use.

--[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 22:29, 17 December 2014 (UTC)

Talk:Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

2014-12-17T22:29:16Z

KarjamP: /* Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article */ new section

{{forums notice|November 30, 2014}}

==Interwiki==
Don't forget the interwikis! <nowiki>[[de:Pokémon Omega Rubin und Alpha Saphir]] [[fr:Pokémon Rubis Oméga et Saphir Alpha]] [[it:Pokémon Rubino Omega e Zaffiro Alpha]]</nowiki> Btw... why you are protect all pages, that are related in any form with the new remakes? Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany... [[User:Tobutz98|Tobutz98]] ([[User talk:Tobutz98|talk]]) 19:17, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
: Pages related to any breaking news are generally protected to prevent wild speculation or misinformation from being added. I'm not sure if there's a specific place or way to request edits to locked pages, sadly. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 19:36, 7 May 2014 (UTC)
::The place to request edits for locked pages is on their talk page, or the talk page of a staff member. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 19:55, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Add Template==
I think it would be wise that one of the Admins put "Template:Upcoming notice" or a different template I could not find on this page because it is new unless I am wrong and this is not necessary because of the page protection. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 21:30, 7 May 2014 (UTC)

==Edit suggestions==
* "<nowiki>are the secondary [[paired version]]s of [[Generation VI]]</nowiki>" implies that every subsequent generation has had "secondary paired versions" (a phrase that is being used to represent both remakes and sequels), which is incorrect. Why not just copy and customize the text from the intros of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}?
* "Both games were revealed {{tt|during|in}} a worldwide announcement by the official Pokémon {{tt|websites,|remove comma}} on May 7, 2014. The paired versions will be released worldwide {{tt|during|in}} November 2014."
* Change "<nowiki>[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire]]</nowiki>" to "<nowiki>{{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}</nowiki>" —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 05:29, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Hello, I have made some changes as you have requested. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 07:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Thanks, trom. However, it says that November 2014 is the release ''date'', but I think this should say ''release period''. Also, "PAccording to the press release which announced the games" should be "According to the press release that announced the games". Some users seem to think that ''which'' can replace ''that'' in this instance because I see it often, but this is folly. For instance, the phrasing "The book, which I read last night, was exciting" must use ''which'' and not ''that'', while "The book that I read last night was exciting" is the opposite (but may also omit ''that'' entirely). —[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] (UTC) 09:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Folly indeed. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==Trailer Video==
Can an admin add this to the page??
{{youtubevid|ywGSON9tNq0|pokemon|Hoenn}}
 --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 08:18, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Done, although I dislike that template so I chose not to use it. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 10:41, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Don't mind me, but may I ask why you don't like that template ?? --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:09, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

==Poké Transporter==
If these games use the Poké Transporter, like [[Pokémon X and Y|X and Y]], will it be worth noting that these are the first remakes to be compatible with the originals, if indirectly?
[[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions]] → [[Pal Park]] → [[Generation IV]] → [[Poké Transfer]] → [[Generation V]] → [[Poké Transporter]] → [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] | [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 14:46, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:It is currently unknown if they will use the Poke Transporter.  --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:35, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::That wasn't my question. I said ''if'' they do, will this be worth noting? [[User:Glitchipedia|This message brought to you by Glitchipedia, the falsified encyclopedia]] ([[User talk:Glitchipedia|talk]]) 15:27, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::Even if they don't, they'll still be compatible with the originals via Poke Transporter to XY, then trade to ORAS. It's still speculative to say it yet, but as soon as either Poke Transporter or trade capability is revealed, I would think it'd be notable that they're the ''only'' ones (not just the first, since first is of debatable notability for some things). [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:20, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::It's certainly worth noting in my opinion, but i also think that the admins should approve it. And @Pumpkinking, they are ''currently'' the only ones,but ''if'' in the future a remake of DP is announced, we'll have to change the wording. --<sc>✓[[User:PikaTepig999|Pika]][[User talk:PikaTepig999|Tepig]][[Special:Contributions/Pikatepig999|999]]✓</sc> 09:34, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
They are compatible with Poke Bank and there for Poke Transfer. Any way someone already edited that in. [[User:AbsolX|AbsolX]] ([[User talk:AbsolX|talk]]) 23:58, 15 December 2014 (UTC)

==Press Release Description==
The second paragraph "According to the press release that announced the games, the new titles will to take players through a dramatic story within a spectacular new world." should be changed to reflect that this is not a new game as "spectacular new world" implies.
The official website also gives a far more accurate description of the game http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/
[[User:Luneth|Luneth]] ([[User talk:Luneth|talk]]) 15:31, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:So why don't we just delete the "new" in "a spectacular new world"? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 16:03, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::Modifying any quote typically makes the quote unusable. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 16:59, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It isn't really a quote because the video never mentions "a spectacular new world". Only "an epic new adventure" and "a dramatic new world". [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 19:01, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::[http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Omega_Ruby,_Pok%C3%A9mon_Alpha_Sapphire_announced It's a quote from the official press release.] [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:26, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:::::Can we at least put "an epic new adventure in a spectacular new world" in quotes? --[[User:KommanderAwesome|KommanderAwesome]] ([[User talk:KommanderAwesome|talk]]) 20:23, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
::::::Not the way in your comment since that would be combining two quotes together. The largest stretch I can see is, the games will take players on "an epic new adventure" to "a dramatic new world." Still, I believe the wording on the article is the best so far. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:57, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

==New information from Serebii==

we should include this info from todays news: http://www.serebii.net/index2.shtml

"Following its reveal yesterday, there has been some question as to the actual content of Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, as to whether they're remakes or new versions due to the wording of the announcement. During the Investor Briefing today, Satoru Iwata confirmed that Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are full-remakes of the 2002 releases, Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. We'll bring more on these games as it comes
Edit @ 15:38: The Japanese arm of The Pokémon Company sent out an e-mail to all Daisuki Club members which ends up pointing out the differences to Groudon & Kyogre on the box-art, stating that they're showcasing "never before seen Pokémon", the same terminology they used for Black & White Kyurem, as well as Mega Mewtwo Y upon their reveal, indicating that they are more than stylised artwork of the Pokémon. We'll bring more on this as it comes"

[[User:Pearlgamez|Pearlgamez]] ([[User talk:Pearlgamez|talk]]) 20:07, 8 May 2014 (UTC)
:Serebii should not be used as a source. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:43, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::I personally received that email and did not see any indication this was true. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::I agree serebii should not be used as a source. Speculation about the differences to Groudon & Kyogre seems to indicate they may be mega-evolutions of the originals, but as no official information about mega-evolutions in the remakes has been announced it can't be used in this article. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 02:12, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
::::I also agree. Serebii should not be used as a source, or else Pidgeot would be blue and Magikarp would be a Psychic-type. [[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 12:03, 28 May 2014 (UTC)Espurr101

== Use of the word Remake ==

Should we really use the word "remake" quite yet?

I know from previous patterns, the naming of the games and all that points to remakes, but at this point in time they might just be sequels or new games entirely. They even mention a new world, and the guy who gives the idol mentions a new region, so this might not take place in Hoenn at all.

I'm really just playing devil's advocate here, but we should watch the wording on the article for now. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 06:59, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:You haven't followed the news, have you? They were [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/library/events/140508/index.html confirmed] to be remakes yesterday. You should do your "homework" more often before you're posting questions.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 07:17, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

::I've been following the news since it broke, but every tweet and article just repackaged/re-tweeted the same info. 99% of every article I found on the subject of the remakes just quoted the blurb from the trailer. That article you linked to was the first OFFICIAL piece of news I've seen that gave details on the remakes. You can't expect to do biology homework if all the school has are math books.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 11:26, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
:::On the second thought, I was too harsh for you. Unlike what I thought, the link to the official statement has ''not'' been posted to almost any fan or official site; everyone just believes what Serebii says. Sorry about that.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:37, 9 May 2014 (UTC)
::::Its ok, like Dawn always says, No Need To Worry. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 20:04, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

=='Oras' is the Lithuanian word for 'Weather'==
The name of the games is likely a play on the letters theme started with XY (ie. the Greek letters 'Α' and 'Ω'), and the Lithuanian word for weather, [https://translate.google.com/#en/lt/weather Oras] -- weather being one of the prominent elements of RSE. Sounds like a interesting fact to add to the Trivia section. --[[User:Ash Pokemaster|Ash Pokemaster]] ([[User talk:Ash Pokemaster|talk]]) 13:07, 9 May 2014 (UTC)

:It could also be a reference to the phrase "I am the Alpha and the Omega" in the Book of Revelation. Usually the phrase refers to Christ or God and typically is taken as meaning "I am the Beginning and the End". Possibly a hint that the story could involve Pokemon gods in some way. Interesting to note that Arceus is the 'Alpha' Pokemon according to the Pokedex and is the closest thing to a Pokemon 'God' we've seen as it was supposedly the creator of the Pokemon world. Perhaps we might see the 'Omega' Pokemon, or in other words, the 'End' or destroyer. (Basically the Pokemon Satan) - [[User:PsychoP|PsychoP]] ([[User talk:PsychoP|talk]]) 18:01, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::We don't know what's going to happen in the games and this isn't the place for speculation. And no. That would require them making an actual new Pokemon, which won't happen in a remake. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 18:19, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:::We already have an alpha Pokemon, Arceus, and Giratina is based of the devil. Although, X and Y did kind of have the alpha and omega thing going, as Xerneas is the life Pokemon and Yveltal is the destruction Pokemon. Maybe Groudon and Kyogre will get alpha an omega forms. Idk, better wait for CoroCoro. {{unsigned|Espurr101}}

I think Bob Ross said it best, and what we have on our hands here is "a little happy mistake." It's just pure coincidence I am sure. Also Delta Emerald has been registered, and if they broke the mold and released that, it would be ORASDE which means nothing at all. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)

==No evident that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are in the Generation VI==
We should at least wait for the announcement of cross-game communication of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire to be sure if they are indeed Generation VI. And according to this:
:"A generation, in terms of the Pokémon franchise, is a subset of the series that debuted or is set around the same time, focusing on the same region, and featuring the same Pokémon."
I don't think they are Generation VI at all if we go by this definition. We should probably change that. Besides, Generations may be separated by their methods of inter-game communications. I don't think, currently, there is anything we can say about battling or sending Pokemon from or to these games from or to X and Y.

Originally posted in [[Talk:Generation]] by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 06:55, 8 May 2014 (UTC).
Moved here by [[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:48, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:It's totally safe to assume that Hoenn remakes aren't introducing a new generation, especially when there are lots of unreleased Gen VI stuff and the XY anime series isn't even in the halfway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:19, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::It is safe, but an encyclopaedia is obligated to only display information that is evidental. I won't have a problem if we put up "probably" or "highly speculated" instead of "part of". -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:26, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
:::It's obviously generation VI. That is a guaranteed fact. Sure, it hasn't been stated, but it doesn't need to be stated. Generation VI is the current generation. Each generation starts with a brand new game in a brand new region with brand new Pokémon. It won't start with a remake. It's only logical that this is a Generation VI game. Also, it's being released on the same generation console as other Gen VI games which further backs up this point. It's Gen VI and although it hasn't been stated, there is enough evidence to make that claim. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 12:36, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::That way, we will have to refine our definitions of a generation. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 12:52, 10 May 2014 (UTC)
::::: In my honest opinion (although everyones views are different as I can see on here lol) but until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should be considered Generation VI games until further notice, and also, a lot of clues and hints in Pokemon X and Y further hinted that Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire would be remade, so it makes sense (to me anyways), but also Generation VI is not completed yet (that we know of) as we have seen in all other generations that either a 3rd game (Yellow, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum) or in the case of Generation V (Black 2 and White 2) were released to complete a Generation. And just like Generation III we had Ruby & Sapphire release first followed by FireRed & LeafGreen then Emerald, then in Generation IV we had Diamond, Pearl, Platinum then followed by HeartGold & SoulSilver. So far it seems that Generation VI is following the pattern of Generation III (so far, that is). But mind you, thats just my opinion, but like I said at the start of my "rant" (lol) until Nintendo/GameFreak/Pokemon says it's NOT part of Generation VI, it should still be considered Generation VI until further notice. Demers-Vachon 10:44, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::I agree. They never start a generation with remakes. They only start a generation with a new region full of new Pokémon. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire would more likely focus on the Generation III Pokémon than to introduce new ones. In FireRed and LeafGreen, you only met the original 150 Pokémon before getting the National Pokédex to catch Johto Pokémon and trade with Hoenn for the then-current Pokémon. FireRed LeafGreen didn't introduce any new Pokémon. They only brought back the classic Pokémon. HeartGold and SoulSilver did tweak the Johto Pokédex a bit to include five Gen IV evolutions that resulted from moves (although, I don't get why they didn't just put a move tutor in Kanto.) So HeartGold and SoulSilver didn't introduce any Pokémon. And X and Y had just came out last October. That was only 7 months ago, so if Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire started Generation VII, Gen 6 would be the shortest generation ever. The possibility of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire starting a new generation is slim. [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 11:16, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:::::I agree that these should be considered Generation VI, at least until we discover otherwise. While it is possible that we may get a new generation, the odds are incredibly small. Additionally, Pokémon tends to keep all of its media together. Even if X and Y are the only video games in Generation VI, I find it unlikely that Nintendo would push for a Generation VII when Ash Ketchum still has to finish his journey through Kalos in the anime, the Pokémon Adventures X and Y chapter is just getting started, and not even all Generation VI Pokémon have been made available as TCG cards. Heck, we still have yet to see the release of Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa in the video games, so even the video games cannot be finished here. Finally, I must correct you on something, SeanWheeler. FireRed and LeafGreen did actually introduce a new Pokémon: Deoxys. There were no events for it prior to the release of FRLG and when the events occurred, it could only be obtained in FRLG, not in Ruby and Sapphire. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 22:37, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

Also, please remind me if "Generations" are the official creations or simply how it is defined in the fandom? I think we should judge if certain titles are in a certain generation according to an objective definition. I understand that it is highly probable to see it released as in the Generation VI. But this is not a confirmed fact or official announcement, but a derived theory. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 22:52, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
:The term generation has been used by official sources, such as Pokemon.com and the boxes of DP. Several traits that typically signify a new generation are not present, like no new region and no new Pokémon. Frankly, I think this whole argument is pointless. It's obvious that it's going to be released within this generation and at this rate we'll only keep going around in circles. It's really not worth continuing. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:10, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

:Sorry about that then. I thought Generations were something we created to group the titles. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 07:59, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::: I agree with what "Pokemaster" had said earlier, this topic is just going around in circles until the games are released in November. I do firmly believe that Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire is part of Generation VI. If those games were to begin Generation VII, then I highly doubt they would have had Ash in Kalos, or if they did, he would have gotten 6 to 7 gym badges by now (more in reference to the Japan episodes that has aired already not the English ones) and from what I have seen, he so far only has one gym badge obtained and caught 2 pokemon (Froakie & Fletchling). But thats just my thoughts about it. Demers-Vachon 08:56, 12 May 2014 (UTC)

::::::It's possible they will add more pokemon, but only gen VI ones, I doubt they'll touch the original gens ones... However, that being said and all, they've just started using Mega evolutions, I doubt they will drop them, so we may see many new mega evolutions instead of new pokemon. [[User:ADCK|ADCK]] ([[User talk:ADCK|talk]]) 01:55, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

It is going in circles and no conclusion can be drawn. This is precisely what I wanted to say: We don't have official confirmation on which Generation this is in. On the page, there is this row: part of Generation VI. It looks like some official words. No matter how logical the derivations are, they are just speculations. There is not any canonical material or announcement making this claim. I have not been questioning its correctness. I have been questioning its validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 03:14, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

::While there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VI, there is no concrete 100% proof that it is Generation VII either. It could be either one. So the article should use whichever is more likely, which is Generation VI. You may think that we shouldn't make assumptions like that, but you have to remember that Nintendo never said that X and Y were a part of Generation VI. Or any of the other games were part of their respective Generations. So we will never have any official proof, because the very idea of generations is unofficial. (The boxes of Diamond/Pearl did say "A new generation", but that's just marketing crap. It could have just as easily said "a new adventure". And either way, "a new generation" doesn't necessarily mean Generation IV. For all we know, Nintendo classified every game before DP as a single generation, and every game since then is Generation II). This being the case, even when the games come out, it's likely that we won't know what generation to put. It's entirely fan-made. So, we do the logical thing of putting what most fans would classify this as. And in that regard, there's no reason why we can't put Generation VI now. Of course, when the games come out, if we see that there is enough separating it from X and Y, such as incompatibility, new Pokémon, a new region (technically the "Hoenn Confirmed!" meme is wrong - Hoenn has not been confirmed), etc., then fans may choose to reclassify it as Generation VII. If that's the case, we can edit the article at the time to reflect the shift in the fans's views. --[[User:GoldenSandslash15|GoldenSandslash15]] ([[User talk:GoldenSandslash15|talk]]) 03:39, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

I was not questioning if there is any probability of it coming out as Generation VII. I was questioning, even if it is very probable to be Generation VI, the validity is that it is deduced or speculated, even based on many objective observations. But none of the quoted are as valid as an official release. If "Generation" is The Pokemon Company's official terms, we cannot say something is or is not without the company first says so. If, instead, "Generation" is what the fandom creates, "official" means the stance de facto in the fandom, hence, verifiable and objective criteria and definitions. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 05:30, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:We don't need them to flat out state they are part of Generation VI. They only use the word Generation when a new one starts, and it's always when a new region is introduced and new Pokémon (not new forms) are introduced. Suggesting that they are part of a completely different Generation is ridiculous. There is only one Generation at a time. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 06:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

Please, read again. I have not suggested they are part of a completely different Generation. I have not suggested any possibility. I only questioned the validity. -[[User:Iosue|Iosue]] ([[User talk:Iosue|talk]]) 09:41, 14 May 2014 (UTC)
:Nothing is being changed, and this discussion is closed. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:54, 14 May 2014 (UTC)

== Mega Evolutions ==

I know we can't state this to be a confirmed fact, but comparing Groudon and Kyogre here to their usual appearance seems to indicate they're in a different form. Perhaps it's a mega evolution? [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 00:25, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
:Talk pages are for the improvement of the article, not for idle discussion of the article's topic. Use [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/forum.php the forums] if you're interested in speculating about potential Mega Evolutions for the new games. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 01:06, 16 May 2014 (UTC)
::I was unsure as to whether that should be taken note of on this page, given its visibility on the box art, but seeign as it's unconfirmed I will take my leave to the forums. [[User:Draceon|Draceon]] ([[User talk:Draceon|talk]]) 04:47, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== English official site ==

This should be added as an official site in the infobox as it is on the other games: [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-pokemon-alpha-sapphire/ Pokémon.com] --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 00:48, 16 May 2014 (UTC)

== PEGI rating ==

Shouldn't the PEGI rating be 7, as it shows in [http://youtu.be/7xPhlAas1ik this video]? [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 15:25, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
:Right underneath that it says Provisional, which means it could change. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 17:10, 26 May 2014 (UTC)
::I'm sorry, I'm from the Netherlands, so I didn't know what it meant, I thought it was just some kind of company name or something like that. [[User:Snekradguy|Snekradguy]] ([[User talk:Snekradguy|talk]]) 20:21, 26 May 2014 (UTC)

== Delta Emerald ==

So apparently Delta Emerald has been registered. Is this worth noting on the article? [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:42, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
:There's been countless trademarks like this before and they've not been mentioned (Such as Water Blue) so it doesn't seem necessary. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 19:46, 29 May 2014 (UTC)
::Even though Game Freak/Nintendo may or may not use the "Delta Emerald" trademark, I think it warrants some sort of mention (a single sentence would suffice, and there are [http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/05/29/pokemon-delta-emerald-trademark-surfaces other sources]/[http://mynintendonews.com/2014/05/29/nintendo-trademarks-pokemon-delta-emerald/ websites] covering it as well), primarily due to the term apparently being registered around the same time as "OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire" (and it is the only trademark that is a feasible parallel to the OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire names with the "Greek letter + precious gemstone" construct). I personally think ''WaterBlue'' merits a similar mention -- due to its same-time registration with ''FireRed/LeafGreen'' (and being the closest parallel to those terms with the "element + color" construct) and the matter that Game Freak actually addressed the "LeafGreen title retaining" issue at one point. [[User:Fenyx4|Fenyx4]] ([[User talk:Fenyx4|talk]]) 22:51, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
:::My only concern with this is was any Crystal remake title trade marked with HGSS? We know Gray was trade marked before B2W2[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:24, 1 June 2014 (UTC)

== Coro Coro leak ==

The Coro Coro leak is out with new information. Swampert and Sceptile has Mega Evolutions. Brendan and May are confirmed. Teams Aqua and Magma were shown. Steven apparently has a Mega Charizard X. When are we going to update this article? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 21:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:No content regarding the CoroCoro leaks are going to be added until it can be known they aren't fake. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 21:48, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::So how are leaks proven real? It may be easy to detect ridiculous leaks but what about leaks as convincing as this that everyone's talking about? Other fansites like Serebii believe it. But how do we know when a leak is real? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 22:47, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::When the issue is published, we will know it's real. That's fairly obvious. ☆[[User:Solar Dragon|The]] [[User talk:Solar Dragon|Solar]] [[Special:Contributions/Solar Dragon|Dragon]]☆ 22:51, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Don't forget, Diancie is getting a mega too. --[[User:SuperPikaBros|Super]][[User talk:SuperPikaBros|Pika]][[Special:Contributions/SuperPikaBros|Bros]] 23:14, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Yeah, the first Mega Evolution of a Kalos Pokémon. When is the issue actually coming out? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 23:23, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::The 13th. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:27, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
If True, this also would make Diancie the only Pokémon so far to have a Mega form that isn't in Gens I-IV. Gen V still has no Megas as of yet.[[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 23:36, 7 June 2014 (UTC)
:So what is a faster way to determine it's authenticity? I don't want to wait 6 days. I want the information here now! [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 00:05, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::Being impatient isn't going to make it come faster. You have to wait, that is life.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:07, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::Well, looks like the images have been posted on the Archives and my article was published on Bulbanews. It now looks as if Bulbagarden has accepted the leak as official. Question is, is Bulbapedia? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 14:41, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
::::Well, it is CoroCoro so the information might be correct, but the impact of speculations has risen since the first trailer. Probably because of that. [[User:KidGuardian|KidGuardian]] ([[User talk:KidGuardian|talk]]) 14:46, 8 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::Is Bulbapedia simply stricter about speculation than the other parts of Bulbagarden? The archives provide our images and the notice at the top of this page points to the Bulbagarden Forums. Bulbanews headlines are on the main page. Bulbapedia is closer to Bulbagarden than to the NIWA and Encyclopædiæ Pokémonis. Yet, Bulbanews, the forums and the Archives have already decided that it's real. Although the forums are about speculation and accepted it first, maybe they don't count. But since the News published my article and the Archives restored Coro Coro images, I'm believing they are believing the scan. In fact the Archives temporarily deleted those scans until they can be proven real. However, they may have just restored them for my [[n:CoroCoro leaks for July 2014 issue revealed|news article]]? [[User:SeanWheeler|SeanWheeler]] ([[User talk:SeanWheeler|talk]]) 02:35, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::As I just said in the Mega Evolution talk page, we aren't treating this as official just yet as the leaks were leaked earlier than usual. They usually leak on the 10th of every month--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
:::::::But according to "Ataro" in a few post above, the release date for CoroCoro this month is on the 13th (not sure if its accurate or not). Usually CoroCoro comes out on the 15th or 16th isn't it, and the leaks gets out starting from around 10th of the month. But, if the release date is early then possibly even the leaks would be out earlier. Also, this wouldn't be the first time that CoroCoro leaks are out before 10th of a month.--[[User:LatS|LatS]] ([[User talk:LatS|talk]]) 11:40, 9 June 2014 (UTC)
::::::::Happens a lot actually of magazines. Scanned manga's that come out every week are actually one week ahead while their official release is after one week in Japan. Probably they caught a early copy from the issue. '''''[[User:KidGuardian|Kid]][[User talk:KidGuardian|Guardian]]''''' 00:59, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/06/10/pokemon-omega-ruby-pokemon-alpha-sapphire-release-date-announced/ Official trailer for the games], the scans are definitely legit. The new Megas and character designs are featured. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] ([[User talk:Drake Clawfang|talk]]) 17:58, 10 June 2014 (UTC)

== E3 2014 Announcement ==

So a new trailer for ORAS was released yesterday as part of E3 2014. It showed a lot more content, confirmed the CoroCoro leak, and displayed several bits of gameplay, including apparent Mega Evolutions for Groudon & Kyogre, in which their markings glow prominently to match their boxart artwork. I feel that this information should be added to the article, since the trailer seen was official, and therefore verifiable information from a reliable source. Since I am not permitted to edit the ''OmegaRuby & AlphaSapphire'' article, I ask that someone with access to editing add this information in.
[[User:Bowserbros|Bowserbros]] ([[User talk:Bowserbros|talk]]) 18:36, 11 June 2014 (UTC)

== Pokemon.com Screenshots ==

So the official ORAS site up on Pokemon.com has a plethora of screenshots you lot can add to this article.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 01:19, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:Many of these screenshots have been uploaded to the Archives already, haven't been added to the article yet. I'll try to add some soon. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:29, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Release date for Australia ==

I really don't see any official source in which states it's release date for Australia. The Nintendo Australia website does not have the game listed anywhere, so we don't even know what the actual release date for Australia really is. EB Games isn't a reliable source when it comes to release dates, 'cause they often will get the release dates from sites like Wikipedia or even from here.

Until Nintendo Australia confirms it's release date, I really do think we should change the release date for Australia to '''November 2014'''.[[User:Platinum Lucario|Platinum Lucario]] ([[User talk:Platinum Lucario|talk]]) 18:41, 13 June 2014 (UTC)
:The Australian version of [http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-au/ the official site] clearly says "Coming November 21, 2014!"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:53, 13 June 2014 (UTC)

== Change in infobox ==

Should the info in the infobox be changed from:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Groudon"
to:
"Pokémon Omega Ruby's boxart, featuring Primal Groudon"
and also in the case of Primal Kyogre? Thanks.
[[User:Dinodestroyer|Dinodestroyer]] ([[User talk:Dinodestroyer|talk]]) 19:07, 21 June 2014 (UTC)

== Add trivia section? ==

I have a few things to add now

-These are the second pairs of games to not have "version" at the end.

-These are the second remakes after the Game Corner controversy

-These are the first remakes after the Pokémon Center and Pokémart being merged

I could think of a few more, but these will do.

[[User:SuperShroom63|SuperShroom63]] ([[User talk:SuperShroom63|talk]]) 01:52, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
:The first two aren't notable. In the case of the last one, images seem to have shown that the Poké Mart and Pokémon Center are no longer merged, so imo, it doesn't seem too notable. --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 01:57, 22 June 2014 (UTC)
::Oh, this is the first pair of remakes with [insert change made in [[Generation V]] or [[Generation VI]]]! Yeah, not too notable. Although, if there were anything that were notable, this will be the first pair of remakes with {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon and [[Mega Evolution]]s. [[User:Black Metal Warrior|Black Metal Warrior]] ([[User talk:Black Metal Warrior|talk]]) 22:53, 2 July 2014 (UTC)
:::FireRed and LeafGreen were the first pair of remakes to have Steel type Pokémon, but we don't note that. It should be obvious.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 23:40, 2 July 2014 (UTC)

== "To" to "for". ==

I noticed the article says "... Steven Stone, the Mach Bike, and the Acro Bike will return '''to''' the first time since...", when I presume that "for" is meant to be in there instead of "to." Would someone fix this for me, please? [[User:Uncle Edit|He's here! The one and only...Uncle Edit!]] ([[User talk:Uncle Edit|talk]]) 03:19, 9 August 2014 (UTC)
:Corrected. Thanks for pointing that out. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 03:26, 9 August 2014 (UTC)

== Not all Mega Evolutions are on this page that have been revealed ==
Mega Salamence, Mega Metagross, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lopunny all need to be mention after Mega Sableye.--[[User:Hydreigonfan1|Hydreigonfan1]] ([[User talk:Hydreigonfan1|talk]]) 11:13, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:Taken care of. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 12:43, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
::But they weren't revealed in July issue, only in August, it should be noted in the new paragraph, with the return of Horde Encounters, new Pikachu forms... [[User:Asmod96|Asmod96]] ([[User talk:Asmod96|talk]]) 15:00, 10 August 2014 (UTC)
:::To chime in on this discussion without making another section, it has been a few days since Mega Sharpedo, Mega Gallade, and Mega Camerupt were revealed. Are the admins waiting for confirmation from, for example, Pokemon.com before this makes it into the article? If the CoroCoro leak from this month is enough confirmation, could somebody with access add this to the article? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 19:27, 15 September 2014 (UTC)

== More Mega Evolutions? ==

Yesterday, the official Pokémon website of Korea accidentally revealed two new mega evolution Pokémon; Mega Slowbro and Mega Audino. Many people like myself questioned if this was real or a scam. It's the official Pokémon site of Korea. More information will come as we get it.
{{unsigned|DJMander}}

== Another Mega Evo Tidbit ==

Sorry to add onto the trend of mentioning the new megas, but currently the paragraph states at least eight Mega Evolutions and then lists ten. I'd fix it myself but of course I can't so could someone just do that for me XD [[User:Azure42|Azure/ChromeVoid42]] ([[User talk:Azure42|talk]]) 18:24, 20 August 2014 (UTC)

== No Steven Stone since Emerald? ==

Um, didn't he appear in B2W2 as a Champion? [[User:Starscream|Starscream]] ([[User talk:Starscream|talk]]) 23:13, 28 August 2014 (UTC)

== Multilingual ==

Could someone add that Nintendo HK and Taiwan have both confirmed the games will (like X/Y) contain all languages on the one card? http://www.nintendo.tw/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm http://www.nintendo.com.hk/pressrelease/3ds_20140915oras.htm Nowhere seems to have picked up on this, probably because only Nintendo HK/TW bothered to clarify this (since only HK and TW are in a region of their own, without having a local translation). - [[User:BZD|BZD]] ([[User talk:BZD|talk]]) 03:43, 22 September 2014 (UTC)

==Ratings==
The ACB has put up their ratings: [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=iuCjUqkFCF6wGgGVuaGmQQ%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXehvRbWeAhT8S4Y6t4otMG1OPPQsqEgBN79aTC4EFKrSpt Omega Ruby] and [http://www.classification.gov.au/Pages/View.aspx?sid=KgrINBSv5pEmVtrSEn54Rw%253d%253d&ncdctx=5HghR30dUhtOc%252fysBQXeho7s65RvpUipwXyeqAqiiWKxbU3ep%252fT2e2svoiXEbxY6 Alpha Sapphire]. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 01:30, 28 September 2014 (UTC)

== Noteworthy Trivia? ==

I know remake trivia is usually ignored, but I think it would be good to add that Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are the first remakes (Of course, not counting things like Emerald or Platinum) to not feature the original mascot? [[User:ArtistKyurem|ArtistKyurem]] ([[User talk:ArtistKyurem|talk]]) 02:59, 5 October 2014 (UTC)
:It's still Groudon and Kyogre, just in primal reversion. So no, it's not true nor notable (since there's only three pairs, which is too small of a group).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:09, 5 October 2014 (UTC)

== Demo version link ==

I think a link to the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version]] should be ''somewhere'' on this page... Maybe just in a See also section at the bottom. Or possibly even as part of [[Template:Core series]]. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:20, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:I'm sure when proper information is begun to be added to the page, there will be a section for the demo. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 20:39, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
::Why not just unlock the page? [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 20:54, 20 November 2014 (UTC)
:::I'd guess they will tomorrow so those of us who can edit can get to work? --[[User:S2daam|--samm :D]] 21:17, 20 November 2014 (UTC)

== "Display" to "Cosplay" ==

It looks like in the Blurb section it says "Pikachu likes to display?!" but on the box it says "Pikachu likes to cosplay?!" I assume this is a typo? --[[User:ArceusVsMew|avm :^)]] ([[User talk:ArceusVsMew|talk]]) 19:16, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
:That was my autocorrect. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 19:26, 2 December 2014 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. --avm :^) 19:35, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

== Prof. Birch chase ==

The page should be edited to note that Prof. Birch is chased by a Shroomish when you get a Johto starter and not a Poochyena. [[User:Hellopio|Hellopio]] ([[User talk:Hellopio|talk]]) 23:16, 6 December 2014 (UTC)

:Also, choosing another starter is ''not'' through BEATING the Elite Four a second time, just through triggering them. I went to go beat them for the second time, and discovered i was woefully unprepared. I then went off on my merry way to go training up to try again, but I eventually ended up in my house in Littleroot again, and the instant I stepped outside the door, Professor Birch was in trouble again. [[User:Zeusfireair|Zeusfireair]] ([[User talk:Zeusfireair|talk]]) 14:20, 12 December 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Please split the "Changes from Ruby & Sapphire" with '''Aesthetic changes''', '''Location changes''' and '''Gameplay changes --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 00:17, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:Agreed. It's looking a tad overloaded at the moment. Probably a subsection for move changes (TM/HM,) unless that can also be considered a gameplay change. --[[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:35, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
::Looked it over, and I agree. It will need some serious organization. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 14:30, 7 December 2014 (UTC)
:::You're mention the removal of femele Psychics and Triathltes? --[[User:HoopsterJohn|HoopsterJohn]] ([[User talk:HoopsterJohn|talk]]) 20:28, 16 December 2014 (UTC)

== Access to the Team Magma/Aqua Hideout after beating Tate and Lisa. ==

Iirc, it's blocked off after getting the Gym Badge from Tate and Lisa in Ruby/Sapphire, but it's possible to get items from the hideout even after defeating them in ORAS, regardless of whether it's before beating the Elite Four + Champion, or during the Delta Episode. This is likely to be due to elements in the Delta Episode which require access to it, but perhaps it can be mentioned under "Changes", as well?

It wasn't very obvious to me, until I accidentally returned to the hideout just before getting the gym badge from Wallace. -- [[User:Templar|templar]][[User_talk:Templar|(stalk)]] 13:42, 7 December 2014 (UTC)

== Obtaining Sinnoh and Unova starters ==

The way of obtaining those starters are incorrect. The Unova starters can be obtained AFTER the Delta Episode, and the Sinnoh starters AFTER defeating the Elite 4 the SECOND time. Please correct this! --[[User:HoennLove200|HoennLove200]] ([[User talk:HoennLove200|talk]]) 14:08, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
:Help me understand this... (I don't have ORAS at the moment.) If you beat the Elite Four the first time, then complete the Delta Episode, then beat the Elite Four a second time—without ever talking to Prof Birch in the meantime (unless somewhere in that you ''have'' to?)—are you telling me you could go find Prof Birch on Route 101 and get a choice of all three regional starters all in a row?
:Someone also said (somewhere) you only had to ''challenge'' the Elite Four, not beat them. Are you ''certain'' it's "defeat" and not "challenge"? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:20, 16 December 2014 (UTC)
::From what I can tell each one is triggered specifically by entering and leaving your house again. So, in my case, I got the Johto starters shortly after beating the Elite Four (because I entered and left my house again after interacting with Zinnia) but this comment only JUST reminded me that I could get a Sinnoh starter even though I beat the Delta Episode days ago (because I hadn't reentered my house after leaving—I suppose I won't do so until this question has a definitive answer). I'm assuming that if you did as you suggest, then Professor Birch would give you one starter each time you re-entered and exited your house. But given the differing cutscenes for each gift, I seriously doubt you'd get all three in one go. —[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] [[User talk:AndyPKMN|(talk)]] 22:32, 16 December 2014 (UTC)

== Several "changes from the original game" that should go on the main article ==

The [[Ninja Boy (Trainer class)|Ninja Boys]] that hide behind cardboard trees are now optional. Also, two new trainer classes the [[Scuba Diver (Trainer class)| Scuba Diver]] and the [[Free Diver (Trainer class)| Free Diver]] were introduced to allow optional trainer battles to occur while underwater.

Since the problems with [[Double Battle]] exclusive classes had been fixed since the fourth gen, they now have vision ranges of more than one square, meaning, for example, the battle against the first twins of the game Gina and Mia are unavoidable even though the bridges are now three tiles high.

Lastly, all the overworld Pikachu had been turned into other Pokémon species for the remake. The only way to see one in-ga,e is to either trade for them, win your first contest (in order to get Cosplay Pikachu), encounter a wild Pikachu in the [[Hoenn Safari Zone]] or encounter the very few trainers who use Pikachu on their teams.

Incidentally, Sky Battles as known from {{gameabbrev3|XY}} does ''not'' appear in these games. It's possible to encounter wild Pokémon in the sky using the Eon Flute, yes, but the battle's treated like a standard battle instead of a Sky Battle and thus, there's no limits on what Pokémon you can bring and what moves you can use.

--[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 22:29, 17 December 2014 (UTC)

Talk:Nature Power (move)

2014-12-16T16:27:17Z

KarjamP: /* Nature Power in the Contest Spectacular */ new section

== Rock Slide in Generation IV ==

I'm sure that in Generation III, you always got Shadow Ball in caves. However, the caves where I've tried this move in Generation IV are rocky, so this becomes Rock Slide. Wouldn't it be worth mentioning in the Generation IV table? --[[User:Johans|Johans]] 02:32, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

Okay, now that you reverted it, I think I'll reword it later to avoid confusion ^_^ --[[User:Johans|Johans]] 02:39, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

== In the Distortion World... ==

Definitely something worth checking. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 16:38, 8 August 2009 (UTC)
:I just tested it (in Platinum) and it becomes Tri Attack, oddly enough. [[User:Delspencerdeltorro|^_^ Delspencerdeltorro]] 04:24, 2 December 2010 (UTC)

== STAB ==

...for the respective moves, right? [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']]★ 02:46, 21 September 2009 (UTC)

==XD/Colo==
Are there any changes in moves? Same for TTE's comment: Distortion World. [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 16:00, 31 May 2010 (UTC)

== Gen V ==

Can somebody with Black or White check what Nature Power does in those games? And just a reminder, Distortion World.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 19:08, 21 October 2010 (UTC)

== Snowpoint City Gym ==

If Nature Power is used on the icy floors of the Snowpoint City Gym it becomes Ice Beam! I've only tested this in platinum, and only on the icy parts of the floor--not the snowy parts that slow you down. I tested it while battling Candice and it became Tri Attack.[[User:Delspencerdeltorro|^_^ Delspencerdeltorro]] 05:02, 1 December 2010 (UTC)

==Prankster==

If something with Prankster (only possible via hacking, but still) uses this move, do they get effective priority? {{unsigned|LouisCyphre}}
:I would think it would, seeing as it is a status move. Also, please sign your comments with <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>. '''[[User:LimeGreenCharizard|LimeGreen]]''[[User talk:LimeGreenCharizard|Charizard]]'''''[[Special:Contributions/LimeGreenCharizard|♂]] 05:20, 19 November 2011 (UTC)

== Nature Power Moves ==

Unsure on how to edit some missing info in so I'll just link to it. [http://www.smogon.com/forums/threads/pokémon-battle-mechanics-research.3489239/page-26#post-4914597 My Post on Nature Power]

Could someone also add in how the new terrain moves affect Nature Power.

[[Misty Terrain]] -> [[Moonblast]]

[[Grassy Terrain]] -> [[Energy Ball]]

[[Electric Terrain]] -> [[Thunderbolt]]
{{unsigned|V4Victini}}

== I Found a Move to Add ==

I have used {{m|Earth Power}} via Nature Power before. I'd call it Sand terrain. This occurs on Route 8 and Route 12 (on the beach) and on Route 13. However, I'm not sure I know how to add it to the table in the article. Could somebody please add it? [[User:Superbreeder|Super]][[User talk:Superbreeder|breeder]] 05:42, 3 November 2013 (UTC)

== Nature Power has a new target ==

In Gen 6 this move now targets the actual target of the move and not the user. How is a change in target between generations supposed to be represented?
--[[User:V4Victini|V4Victini]] ([[User talk:V4Victini|talk]]) 22:00, 9 February 2014 (UTC)

== Nature Power in the Contest Spectacular ==

I've seen it used in the Contest Spectacular of {{gameabbrev3|ORAS}} and had used it myself in my own copy of the game. The move itself turns into Encore as evident in its animations. It's still considered a Beauty move however, and its effect of "Works better the more the crowd is excited." still happens in-game. --[[User:KarjamP|KarjamP]] ([[User talk:KarjamP|talk]]) 16:27, 16 December 2014 (UTC)