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Pokémon Unbreakable Ties
Category: RPGXP
Author: SSamurai_98
Date: 2026-02-02
Description
It is a story-driven fan game that completely reinvents the traditional Pokémon formula through its unique "Arc" system. Set in the tropical Akebia region, you follow the journey of three childhood friends-Darek, Eda, and the player-as they navigate a world controlled by a tyrannical Royal Family. Unlike other games, your rivals are the true stars; the story shifts perspectives, allowing you to control different protagonists and use their specific Pokémon teams. With a full roster of Pokémon up to Generation 9, animated sprites, and a mature narrative centered on character development and political intrigue, this is a deep, strategic adventure where your bonds are the ultimate strength.
Features
- Multiple Protagonist Arc System: The game's core feature. The story shifts perspectives between three childhood friends, allowing you to control different protagonists and use their specific Pokémon teams during unique story arcs.
- 9th Generation Pokémon Roster: Every Pokémon from Generation 1 through Generation 9 is available to be found and captured within the game.
- Animated Pokémon Sprites: Pokémon feature smooth animations both during battles and while appearing in the overworld.
- Non-Linear Story Arcs: The narrative is told through arcs that reveal a world beyond the main protagonist, showing cinematic events involving the Royal Family and Gym Leaders across the region.
- Original Mugshots with Expressions: All main and secondary characters, and even the Pokémon, have custom-designed mugshots with various facial expressions that change during dialogue.
- 5th Generation Visual Aesthetic: The game features high-quality graphics and tiles updated to the style of the Black and White (Gen 5) era.
- Following Pokémon: You can enjoy having your lead Pokémon accompany you as you travel through the tropical Akebia region.
- 55+ Achievements & Side Missions: The game features an extensive achievement system with over 55 current side missions to discover and complete for unique rewards.
- Strategic Leveling & Hard Level Cap: Experience gain is reduced to 70-80% of normal to prevent over-leveling, and a hard level cap ensures you are never more than 1 level above the next Gym Leader.
- Custom Internal Clock & Lighting: The game uses a custom 20-minute day/night cycle independent of your PC time, featuring unique lighting tones and paused-time scenes for atmospheric storytelling.
- Mining & Collection Systems: Explore new gameplay mechanics where you can collect and mine rare items to exchange for valuable rewards.
- Modular Menu & Flight System: A modern modular menu includes functions for tracking route encounters, a fast-travel flight system, and achievement tracking.
- PokéVial & Infinite Leveling Candies: Includes a "First Aid Kit" for healing on the go and provides unlimited Rare Candies that respect the built-in level caps.
- 8 Multi-Save Slots: The game includes a multipartite system allowing you to maintain up to 8 different save files at once.
- Mature Storytelling & Development: The game focuses on a mature adventure with heavy emphasis on character development and natural, elaborate scenes.
- Extensive Beta Content: The current version (Beta 4) features 6 Gyms, 35 completely new characters, and approximately 30 hours of gameplay.
- PC & Android Support: The game is fully optimized for Windows PC and is compatible with the JoiPlay emulator for Android users.
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It is a story-driven fan game that completely reinvents the traditional Pokémon formula through its unique "Arc" system. Set in the tropical Akebia region, you follow the journey of three childhood friends-Darek, Eda, and the player-as they navigate a world controlled by a tyrannical Royal Family. Unlike other games, your rivals are the true stars; the story shifts perspectives, allowing you to control different protagonists and use their specific Pokémon teams. With a full roster of Pokémon up to Generation 9, animated sprites, and a mature narrative centered on character development and political intrigue, this is a deep, strategic adventure where your bonds are the ultimate strength.
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Project Version: Beta 4 (v4.9.1) (In Development) - 16/01/2026 - This is a playable demo. The story in the Akebia region is currently playable up to the 6th Gym, offering approximately 30 hours of content. The full game is still a work in progress.
Key Features
Multiple Protagonist Arc SystemThe game's core feature. The story shifts perspectives between three childhood friends, allowing you to control different protagonists and use their specific Pokémon teams during unique story arcs.
9th Generation Pokémon RosterEvery Pokémon from Generation 1 through Generation 9 is available to be found and captured within the game.
Animated Pokémon SpritesPokémon feature smooth animations both during battles and while appearing in the overworld.
Non-Linear Story ArcsThe narrative is told through arcs that reveal a world beyond the main protagonist, showing cinematic events involving the Royal Family and Gym Leaders across the region.
Original Mugshots with ExpressionsAll main and secondary characters, and even the Pokémon, have custom-designed mugshots with various facial expressions that change during dialogue.
5th Generation Visual AestheticThe game features high-quality graphics and tiles updated to the style of the Black and White (Gen 5) era.
Following PokémonYou can enjoy having your lead Pokémon accompany you as you travel through the tropical Akebia region.
55+ Achievements & Side MissionsThe game features an extensive achievement system with over 55 current side missions to discover and complete for unique rewards.
Strategic Leveling & Hard Level CapExperience gain is reduced to 70-80% of normal to prevent over-leveling, and a hard level cap ensures you are never more than 1 level above the next Gym Leader.
Custom Internal Clock & LightingThe game uses a custom 20-minute day/night cycle independent of your PC time, featuring unique lighting tones and paused-time scenes for atmospheric storytelling.
Mining & Collection SystemsExplore new gameplay mechanics where you can collect and mine rare items to exchange for valuable rewards.
Modular Menu & Flight SystemA modern modular menu includes functions for tracking route encounters, a fast-travel flight system, and achievement tracking.
PokéVial & Infinite Leveling CandiesIncludes a "First Aid Kit" for healing on the go and provides unlimited Rare Candies that respect the built-in level caps.
8 Multi-Save SlotsThe game includes a multipartite system allowing you to maintain up to 8 different save files at once.
Mature Storytelling & DevelopmentThe game focuses on a mature adventure with heavy emphasis on character development and natural, elaborate scenes.
Extensive Beta ContentThe current version (Beta 4) features 6 Gyms, 35 completely new characters, and approximately 30 hours of gameplay.
PC & Android SupportThe game is fully optimized for Windows PC and is compatible with the JoiPlay emulator for Android users.
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