Released as a spin-off to the mainline Pokémon video game series, Pokémon Colosseum launched in the early 2000s for the GameCube. Unlike previous installments that would allow players to encounter random Pokémon on their travels, Colosseum introduced a unique feature where players could "snag" other Trainer's 'mons, and engage in both single-player and multiplayer battles.
The story follows Wes, a former member of Team Snagem (I see what you did there), operating in the Orre desert region. Throughout his journey, Wes must rescue "Shadow Pokémon" — Pokémon who have had their hearts darkened by Team Cipher — by "snagging" them from fellow Trainers. Luckily, he is joined by Rui, who is able to identify which 'mons have been afflicted with a darkened heart.
At launch, Pokémon Colosseum was met with both critical and commercial success, even going on to welcome a sequel, Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, in 2005.
Now, over two decades on from its initial launch, and Pokémon Colosseum is set to return after Nintendo confirmed that it would be heading to the Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the Classics library. However, it seems as though some Pokémon fans are less than pleased with the news....
