So, why are thousands of players still searching for the download? Most fans agree: Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (released 2017) are the "better" games. They have more Pokémon, a harder post-game, the Rainbow Rocket episode, and a slightly altered story.

In the pantheon of Pokémon games, Sun & Moon occupy a strange space. Released in 2016 for the Nintendo 3DS, they were the 20th-anniversary titles. They broke tradition by ditching Gym battles for "Island Trials." They introduced regional variants. And they gave us one of the most controversial (and beloved) characters in series history: Hau.

But the game itself? It’s alive and well. Whether you blow the dust off a second-hand cartridge or sail the high seas of the internet, Alola is waiting. Just remember to set your 3DS clock to the evening—because in Pokémon Moon , the sun never sets on the fun. It only gets weirder. Note: This article is for informational purposes. Always support official releases when possible.