"Pokémon Legends: Arceus" is an action role-playing game set in the ancient Sinnoh region, known as Hisui. Players take on the role of a character tasked with creating the first Pokédex while exploring an open world filled with various Pokémon species. The game emphasizes exploration, crafting, and real-time battles. In this game, players can catch Pokémon in their natural habitats and engage in battles using a new combat system. The storyline revolves around the legendary Pokémon Arceus, who plays a significant role in the game's lore. Players must complete missions and research tasks to uncover the mysteries of the Hisui region.