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Pokémon Snap

Nintendo N64

Release Date: 1999

Action Shooter

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Description

"Pokémon Snap," released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64, is a unique variation within the sprawling Pokémon franchise. Unlike the typical RPG style associated with Pokémon games, Pokémon Snap is a first-person, on-rails photography game where players take on the role of Todd Snap, a Pokémon photographer. Tasked by Professor Oak to assist in his Pokémon Report, players travel to various environments aboard the Zero-One vehicle, which follows a set track. The goal is to take high-quality photographs of Pokémon in their natural habitats, exhibiting various behaviors. Players must utilize different items like apples and pester balls to coax Pokémon into view or trigger special actions, aiming to capture the best possible shots to score points and complete the Pokémon photo album.

The game was developed by HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo, designed around the idea of exploring the world of Pokémon from a different perspective. The mechanics focus on interacting with the environment and capturing rare moments, making it stand out from other games of the era. Pokémon Snap was well-received for its innovative gameplay and charming approach to the Pokémon universe, attracting both longtime fans and casual players. It holds a distinguished place in gaming history, celebrated for pioneering the concept of a photography-based game, later influencing other photo-centric games and media. Due to its popularity, it was re-released on various platforms like the Wii's Virtual Console and eventually spawned a sequel, "New Pokémon Snap" for the Nintendo Switch in 2021, renewing interest in the unique genre decades after the original game's success.