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the main thing i haven't liked about gen v onward is how linear the regions have been, i'm hoping that we get something a little more indirect. it being five separate islands doesn't make me that hopeful.
i think the guy who directed oras is directing sun & moon. i didn't mind oras, but then i replayed sapphire and emerald, and realized i just liked those games. i've felt like no desire to replay oras.