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Pokémon HeartGold did more than just update graphics; it introduced quality-of-life features that fans clamored for in future installments.
For the first time since Pokémon Yellow , HeartGold allowed the lead Pokémon in the player's party to follow them on the overworld screen. Unlike Yellow , which was restricted to Pikachu, HeartGold allowed every single Pokémon in the National Pokédex to trail behind the trainer. This feature added immense personality to the game; players could check on their Pokémon's mood, and different Pokémon had unique animations and interactions with the environment. It remains one of the most requested features in modern titles like Sword and Shield or Scarlet and Violet . 4780 - pokemon heartgold