A temporary, mid-battle transformation that increases a Pokémon's stats and can change its type or ability.

Players could finally change their trainer's hair color, skin tone, and clothing.

Fully 3D character models and dynamic camera angles replaced the traditional 2D sprites.

Players choose their first partner from a group delivered by friends on behalf of Professor Sycamore: Were Pokémon X and Y THAT Bad?

Battles against five wild Pokémon at once, useful for gaining experience and finding shiny Pokémon. 🐾 Starters and Legendaries

Pokémon X and Y , released globally in October 2013 for the Nintendo 3DS , marked the franchise's first jump into fully 3D polygonal graphics. Set in the star-shaped , which is inspired by France , the games introduced 72 new Pokémon and several groundbreaking gameplay mechanics. 🐲 Key Gameplay Innovations