Imo this is honestly the best Pokémon game. It may be a little too linear, though, the focus Ultra Moon puts on its core cast of characters is refreshing. Plus there's also very deliberate narrative theming here, a first for like any Pokémon title ever. It's still on the level of the most basic child-friendly entertainment, but hey, it's there. Also: this generation had the best new Pokémon. period. All other gens pale in comparison.

At the end of the day, it's still a Pokémon game tho, which means it's still mostly guilty pleasure. But as far as that goes, it may just be the best in the series. At least for me.