Pokémon fans are celebrating the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Crystal Version in North America, as the beloved Game Boy Color adventure originally launched on July 29, 2001. An enhanced edition of Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver, Pokémon Crystal introduced animated Pokémon sprites, the series’ first playable female protagonist and the Battle Tower, while expanding players’ journey across the Johto region. The game remains one of the most influential entries in the franchise and is widely remembered for its lasting impact on the evolution of the mainline Pokémon RPG series.
Source: The Pokémon Company
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