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Pokemon Dreams feels like a lost GBA game that never got an official release. The overworld has that familiar pixelated charm, but with some odd quirks—like trainers who sometimes walk through walls or wild Pokemon spawning in weird spots.

Early on, you get a starter that isn't from the usual lineup, which was a nice surprise. Battles play out like classic turn-based fights, though some moves don't quite work as described. I remember wasting a Thunderbolt on what I thought was a flying type, only to realize the type chart was tweaked.

It's rough around the edges, but there's something appealing about its janky ambition. If you go in expecting a polished experience, you'll be disappointed. But if you want a weird, unofficial twist on the formula, Pokemon Dreams has its moments.