Player Pokémon
A human transformed into a Pokémon, chosen through the opening personality quiz.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Directional Pad | Move the player or select menu options. |
|---|---|
A | Confirm selections and interact with objects or adjacent Pokémon. |
B | Cancel or open the in-dungeon menu, depending on context. |
Control notes
The game uses the Game Boy Advance control layout.
Some actions are context-sensitive and appear in the on-screen menus.
How it plays
How does Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team play?
The game uses a top-down perspective. Players explore randomly generated dungeon floors one tile at a time, fight wild Pokémon, collect items, and complete rescue or delivery objectives.
The rescue team gains experience, recruits defeated Pokémon, and unlocks new areas and missions. Hunger, limited inventory space, traps, status conditions, and changing floor layouts make preparation important. The main story is supported by optional missions and post-game dungeons.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team?
Plan each expedition around its objective rather than defeating every Pokémon. Keep recovery items, status cures, and a few escape options when entering difficult dungeons.
Use corridors and room entrances to limit the number of enemies that can attack at once. Manage hunger and inventory space carefully, and recruit Pokémon whose moves and abilities complement the current dungeon.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Partner Pokémon
The Pokémon who forms the rescue team with the player and drives much of the early story.
Gengar
A troublesome Pokémon whose actions contribute to the crisis surrounding the player.
Alakazam
The leader of a powerful rescue team who becomes involved in the story’s major conflict.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the team’s move settings so useful moves remain available during longer expeditions.
- 2
Store valuable items before attempting a difficult story dungeon.
- 3
Recruitment and mission rewards become especially important in the post-game.
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