Pokemon Showdown

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Pokémon Showdown is a web-based simulator of Pokémon battles game.

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The software is written in JavaScript and Node.js and is free and open-source.

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It was adopted by Smogon on July 2, 2012

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Let's talk about some features of this game

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In Pokemon Showdown, moves are animated during battle.

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Replay sharing is supported with one click, and disconnected battles can be reconnected with a single click.

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It supports Generation V, VI, VII, and VIII Single and Double Battles

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As with Multi Battles and Battle Royale, Triple Battles are still in the beta phase.

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Almost Any Ability and Monotype rulesets are also available as custom battle styles.

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