Every fan has its favorite game and therefore their favorite region, but it might not be the most suited to your personality. So why not find your next Pokémon game with the year you were born.
Your Chinese zodiac can tell a lot more than just the year you were born. Each animal comes with its personality traits and its loves and hates which help you learn more about yourself as well as helping you make some difficult decisions.
When it comes to finding the Pokémon region that’s best suited to you it surprisingly isn’t an easy feat. Whilst many may think so, it can make or break the game you play, even if all the Pokémon around you are cute and powerful. This is why it’s important to think about your personality and your relationship with Pokémon to dictate the perfect region for you.
12 Rat: Kanto
Those born in the year of the rat share this similarity with Pokémon itself, with the first game gracing our gameboys in 1996. Therefore, it would be ridiculous if the perfect region wasn’t the original Kanto.
It isn’t just the year that fits so well but the personality fits perfectly, meaning that those born in the year of the rat will have a great time. With the aim being to catch ’em all, players are made to be hardworking and smart about how they achieve their goals, something the year of the rat will have no problem with.
11 Ox: Pasio
Although a rather unknown region, this one certainly goes under the radar, just like the year of the ox. The Pasio region is in the Pokémon Rangers series and consists of no wild Pokémon at all.
This isn’t to say that the region is boring but it does certainly appeal to the more docile and stubborn trainers who were born in the year of the ox. With a different style of gaming, this region will be enjoyed greatly by the year of the ox.
10 Tiger: Ransei
Another underrated region, but this time it is just ideal for the year of the tiger. Some of the main traits that come with being born in this year are passionate, energetic, and lively. Now, these are all traits that would be absolutely perfect for the Ransei region.
With 17 different kingdoms to conquer and loads of parts to explore, anyone playing this will enjoy every step of the way. Most trainers born in this year are bored easily so having this much variety makes this pairing just perfect.
9 Rabbit: Kalos
Set in France, this region is perfect for anyone born in the year of the rabbit. Kalos is a sophisticated and beautiful place to catch new and unique Pokémon which will keep trainers on their toes as well as allowing them to take in the beauty of the land around them.
Those born in this year are kind and wise so they will be able to appreciate everything Kalos throws at them.
8 Dragon: Johto
This absolute classic is a wonderful region filled with exciting lore and so many different places to explore. If you’re born in the year of the dragon, this region is absolutely ideal for any playstyle you desire.
Those born in this year are confident, energetic, and love variety which is ideal for the varied and busy region of Johto. With so much to explore and so much to do, these trainers will never get bored.
7 Snake: Oblivia
The year of the snake has the most negative connotations out of any other Chinese zodiac. They are seen as sly, manipulative, and incredibly smart. Whilst some of these are negative, they can actually help a lot when it comes to playing Pokémon.
Playing the game slyly and intelligently is just what the Oblivia region wants from you. With multiple legends and ruins to explore, you can use that smart trait to succeed however you want to and learn loads on the way.
6 Horse: Alola
One of the most prevalent traits in the year of the horse is being cheerful. They are kind, caring, and extremely independent. This is ideal for many regions but Alola is just the perfect match.
Set in the beautiful state of Hawaii, the Alola region is one of the most beautiful and cheerful places to catch Pokémon. It will appeal to the most cheery and independent trainer, which sums up the year of the horse perfectly.
5 Goat: Sinnoh
Interestingly, the year of the goat are typically the most popular and sociable people among their friends and family. However, due to the animal being a goat many underestimate it as being a pretty good zodiac.
This is exactly the same with the Sinnoh region, with many fans begging for a remake of the original. Both are underappreciated and forgotten about but they are both extremely popular among huge fans.
4 Monkey: Galar
Those born in this year are typically resourceful and extremely versatile, being able to adapt to any situation pretty quickly and effectively. This is absolutely perfect for the trainers who find themselves in the newest region of Galar.
Galar is filled with a variety of locations, Pokémon and landscapes to always keep you on your toes, meaning that you’ll never get bored.
3 Rooster: Orre
This rather unknown region would be a perfect match for anyone born in the year of the rooster. Orre is the setting of Pokémon Colosseum and Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness and is guaranteed to keep anyone born in this year entertained.
One of the most interesting traits with this zodiac is that they are often rather hot-headed and aggressive when someone disrespects them, so having a game where you just fight will suit you perfectly.
2 Dog: Pokémon Island
Another underrated region, Pokémon Island is the setting for Pokémon Snap. It has many different things to explore to keep you occupied as well as appealing to the personality traits of the year of the dog.
Those born in this year are typically loyal, inquisitive, and kind which are all traits that are required to succeed in this region.
1 Pig: Unova
Whilst the personality traits to match, it’s really the starter Pokémon that allows this region to be a perfect match. Especially Tepig.
Just like the year of the Pig, Unova is beautiful and extremely unique which means that those trainers will thrive and enjoy the game every step of the way.
NEXT: 10 Strongest Pokémon From The Unova Region
