Since its foundation, the Pokemon series has offered a compelling alternate take on the JRPG genre. The franchise has given players plenty of good memories as they adventure through different regions with their Pokemon. There is often a rigid formula to this adventure, with trainers needing to work through eight gyms and defeat other foes along the way. Some spinoffs like Pokemon Colosseum and Pokemon Legends: Arceus have significantly changed this formula, but it still holds true in the games, even if more recent titles have provided alternatives to normal gyms.