Every Pokemon Game Ranked: Worst to Best
Midas hit 50,000 Subscribers so he caved and remade his favorite video :D It’s time to settle one of the biggest debates in gaming — which Pokémon game is truly the best? In this video, we’re ranking every mainline Pokémon game from worst to best, from the original Pokémon Red and Blue all the way to the newest release, Pokémon Legends: Z-A. We’ll look at how each generation evolved — from the early Game Boy titles to the DS era, the jump to 3D on the 3DS, and finally to the Switch and Switch 2 generations. Every region, every mechanic, and every innovation is on the table as we determine which Pokémon adventure truly stands above the rest. This retrospective ranking includes all the main series titles and their enhanced versions — covering gameplay, story, world design, graphics, postgame content, and overall impact on the series. Whether you grew up in Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Galar, Hisui, or Paldea, this video will remind you just how far the franchise has come. If you’ve ever searched “Best Pokémon game ranked,” “Pokémon tier list,” or “Every Pokémon game ranked,” this is the ultimate guide for both nostalgic fans and new players diving into the series for the first time. Join StrawHatMidas for a nostalgic yet honest look at the highs, lows, and defining moments that made Pokémon the biggest franchise in the world. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and comment your favorite Pokémon game — and help us hit 50,000 subscribers to unlock our Nintendo Switch 2 giveaway! TIME STAMPS (spoiler free of course) Game 21 - 00:16 Game 20 - 02:47 Game 19 - 04:49 Game 18 - 09:15 Game 17 - 11:43 Game 16 - 15:17 Game 15 - 17:35 Game 14 - 19:40 Game 13 - 23:16 Game 12 - 25:56 Game 11 - 28:25 Game 10 - 31:30 Game 09 - 33:20 Game 08 - 34:42 Game 07 - 35:58 Game 06 - 38:20 Game 05 - 40:42 Game 04 - 43:23 Game 03 - 45:49 Game 02 - 48:43 Game 01 - 50:56 Follow StrawHatMidas everywhere: TikTok | Twitter/X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube Shorts → @StrawHatMidas Join the Discord to discuss your favorite generations → In Bio! #PokemonRanking #EveryPokemonGame #BestPokemonGames #WorstToBestPokemon #PokemonLegendsZA #PokemonScarletAndViolet #PokemonSwordAndShield #PokemonSunAndMoon #PokemonBlackAndWhite #PokemonDiamondAndPearl #PokemonEmerald #PokemonHeartGoldSoulSilver #PokemonRedAndBlue #StrawHatMidas #PokemonHistory #PokemonTierList #NintendoSwitch #Switch2 #RetroGaming #PokemonRetrospective #PokemonFans #GameFreak #Nintendo
