Pokémon Alpha Sapphire is a role-playing video game developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS. It is the thirteenth installment in the Pokémon series and a remake of the 2002 Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire games. The game was released in 2014 in Japan, North America, and Europe.
In Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, players control a young Pokémon trainer as they begin their journey to become a Pokémon Champion. They begin their journey in Hoenn, a land of three islands: Hoenn, Slateport City, and Lilycove City. Along the way, they will meet other Pokémon trainers, collect new Pokémon, and battle Pokémon champions.
The game has several new features compared to previous Pokémon games. A new feature is Mega Evolution, which allows Pokémon to evolve into a more powerful form for a limited time. Another new feature is Primal Reversion, which allows Pokémon to evolve into a more powerful form permanently.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire has received positive reviews from critics. They praised the beautiful 3D graphics, engaging gameplay, and comprehensive storyline. The game has sold more than 14.6 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling Pokémon games of all time.