Pokémon

Pokémon is so ingrained that it often misses its deserved accolade as a fantasy. For many, it was an essential part of childhood, above even the TV show. However, like many titles aimed at younger audiences, the game has evolved into far more than that. Adults, teenagers, and children alike can appreciate the incredible depth in the Pokémon world, not just with its hundreds of creatures, but the environment, architecture and characters. It's next to impossible to just pick one Pokémon generation, so we haven't even tried. There's value to be had in the simplicity of Gen I, the double battles of Gen III, and the refreshing setting of Sun and Moon. Despite their differences, all of the games are easy to start, yet hard to master. If you're looking for it, there are plenty of tactics to be found, hard decisions to make, and other players to battle. Most of all, though, the franchise is just good fun. It has the rush from collection, the progression system of an RPG, and the theme of rivalry running throughout. You'd be hard-pressed to find a fantasy game with a wider appeal.