Version -1: Where Love Lies

About

Version -1: Where Love Lies is a narrative-driven RPG that reimagines Pokémon mechanics through a character-focused lens. It follows Keta and Taelia, two supporting figures from a larger franchise, as they navigate a story split into four chapters with branching outcomes. Combat and progression rely on the same systems as Generation VII Pokémon games but strip away traditional elements like catching or training Pokémon. Instead players build their team by advancing the plot or exploring hidden areas. The emphasis is on dialogue choices and relationships over battle strategy though occasional conflicts still shape the journey. This prequel sidesteps franchise staples to focus on personal stakes and emotional beats. While it lacks the polish of bigger titles its tight script and recontextualized mechanics offer a fresh angle for fans familiar with the source material. Community feedback highlights its character depth and how it fills gaps in an existing lore. At just four chapters it’s a brief but self-contained story that prioritizes tone over scope.

Storyline

Taking place years before the main game, Where Love Lies tells the story of Keta and Taelia, two side characters from Pokémon Rejuvenation.