Main menu

The main menu (Japanese: title menu, also known as start menuPokémon Crystal Version: Mobile Guide (ポケットモンスター　クリスタルバージョンモバイルのてびき), page 8 (Nintendo, 2001)) is the menu that appears right after the title screen in the core series Pokémon games from Generation I to Generation VII.
From Generation VIII onwards, the most recent save is automatically loaded after the title screen.
In and Generation IV, the main menu is hidden when there is no save; the player must first create a save file in order to access the main menu.
==In the core series==
Entry 	Description and notes
Continue	Allows the player to resume their from the point in which they last saved the game.Only appears when a save file is available.
New game	Allows players to start their journey from the beginning.It is only available prior to Generation VI.
===Game-specific entries===
Entry 	Description and notes 	Games
Option 	Accesses the screen for changing in-game settings. 	Gen. I-, ,
Mystery Gift 	Allows the player to receive items and , usually from s.The player must manually unlock this entry in games prior to . 	Gen. II -
Mobile 	Provides management of Mobile System GB functionality, such as access to the Mobile Profile. 	JP
Mobile Stadium 	Allows transferring data of mobile s to the Japanese version of . 	JP
Mystery Events 	A system similar to Mystery Gift.This is unused in English Pokémon Emerald, but "Mystery Events" remains as a main menu option hidden in the game data.In the Japanese Emerald, when Wireless Adapter-mode Mystery Gift is enabled, the entry for Mystery Events is hidden from the main menu; in e-Reader mode, the main menu displays the entries for both Mystery Gift and Mystery Events. 	, JP
Connect to Pokéwalker 	Allows connectivity with the Pokéwalker. 	
Connect to Wii 	Allows connectivity with Pokémon Battle Revolution. Diamond, Pearl and Japanese Platinum can also connect to My Pokémon Ranch. 	Gen. IV
JPnon-JP 	Allows the player to set an email address (Japanese versions only) or a Wii Number (all other versions) so they may be notified when a trade is completed on the GTS. 	
Link with Pokémon RangerConnect to Pokémon Ranger 	Allows connectivity with Pokémon Ranger series games. 	Gen. IV
Mic Test 	An interface for testing the system's microphone. 	, Gen. V
Migrate from Ruby/Sapphire/ FireRed/LeafGreen/Emerald 	Allows the transfer of from the Generation III games.If the Game Pak of a compatible Generation III game is inserted in the GBA slot of the Nintendo DS, the respective option appears.In the internal game data, these options are stored in this order (Ruby, Sapphire, LeafGreen, FireRed, and Emerald), even though only one option appears at a time (or none at all if no Generation III Game Pak is inserted).In , "FireRed" and "LeafGreen" are erroneously written as "Fire Red" and "Leaf Green".	Gen. IV
Nintendo WFC SettingsNintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings	Accesses the DS's Wi-Fi settings. 	Gen. IV-
Game Sync Settings 	Allows the player to set up Game Sync. If it is already set up, it will display the player's Game Sync ID. 	Gen. V
Relocator 	Allows the transfer of certain specific items and special event from the Generation IV games.The player must manually unlock this option in Castelia City. 	
Unova Link 	Unlocks extra features for , and allows the player to transfer items and Pokémon obtained in Pokémon Dream Radar. 	
Battle CompetitionLive Competition 	Allows the player to participate in competitions such as the . 	Gen. V+
Pokémon Link 	Allows the player to receive data sent from other Pokémon games and apps. 	Gen. VI
==In spin-off series==
===Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series===
====Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team====
Entry 	Notes
Continue 	Continues the game at the point where it was last saved.
Delete Save Data	Allows the player to permanently delete the saved data.
Adventure log 	Opens up the Adventure Log.
Friend Rescue 	Allows the player to go rescue other players through wireless communication and get help.
Trade Items 	Allows the player to exchange items with other players.
Wonder Mail 	Allows the player to receive and send Wonder Mail via password.
Receive Team 	Allows the player to receive a team from an inserted Red Rescue Team cartridge.
Unknown Dungeon 	Takes the player to .
====Explorers of Time, Darkness, and Sky====
Entry 	Description 	Notes
Continue 	Resume your adventure from your last save point. 	Continues the main game or Special Episode at the point where it was last saved.
Go Rescue 	Rescue a waiting friend. 	Takes the player to Pelipper Island.
Friend Rescue 	Using wireless communication, Nintendo WFC, or passwords, friends may rescue each other. 	Allows the player to send and receive SOS Mail, A-OK Mail, and Thank-You Mail through wireless communication, passwords, and Nintendo WFC. There is also an Info tab with ten topics describing these features.
Wonder MailWonder Mail S 	Using wireless communication, Nintendo WFC, or passwords, you may exchange Wonder Mail.Using wireless communication, Nintendo WFC, or passwords, exchange Wonder Mail S.	Allows the player to receive and send Wonder Mail/Wonder Mail S via password and wireless communication.
Trade Items 	Using wireless communication, you can trade stored items with a friend. 	Allows the player to exchange items with other players via wireless communication.
Trade Team 	Using wireless communication or Nintendo WFC, you can exchange team data with others. 	Allows the player to exchange team with other players via wireless communication and Nintendo WFC.
Exploration Record 	Check or delete the exploration team's history. You can also rename your exploration team. 	Allows the player to check the Adventure Log, rename their team and delete their saved data.
Nintendo WFC 	Exchange friend codes and set up Nintendo Wi-Fi connection. 	Allows the player to register to Friend Roster, manage their Friend Roster, see their Friend Code, and change their Nintendo WFC settings.
Other 	View settings and saved game data, send a Demo Dungeon, and more... 	Allows the player to view the Adventure Log, Sky Jukebox, Nintendo WFC settings, change their Window frames, send Demo Dungeon, and delete their saved game.
Episode List 	Play the Special Episodes from the beginning. 	From here the player can choose to start a Special Episode.
Inside Exploration Record or Others.	Inside Exploration Record or Others. 	Inside Exploration Record or Others.
Adventure Log 	Check your career as an adventurer. 	Opens up the Adventure Log.
Sky Jukebox 	Listen to music from "Explorers of Sky." 	Opens up the Sky Jukebox.
Rename Team 	Rename your exploration team. 	Allows the player to rename their exploration team.
Change Windows 	Change Window Settings 	Allows the player to choose between 5 different window frames to use.
Send Demo Dungeon 	Send a Demo Dungeon to a friend via DS Download Play. 	Allows the player to send a random Demo Dungeon to another player via DS Download Play.
Delete Save Data 	This will delete your saved game data. Caution: This will delete it permanently! 	Allows the player to permanently delete the saved data.
Nintendo WFC 	Exchange friend codes and set up Nintendo Wi-Fi connection. 	Allows the player to register to Friend Roster, manage their Friend Roster, see their Friend Code, and change their Nintendo WFC settings.
Exit 	Return to main menu/Top Menu 	Takes the player back to the main menu/Top Menu.
====Gates to Infinity====
Entry 	Description 	Notes
Continue 	Continue your adventure. 	Continues the game at the point where it was last saved.
Discover a Magnagate! 	Find a dungeon with the outer camera. 	Opens up the Magnagate menu.
Wonder Mail 	Select it and see what it does! 	Allows the player to receive Wonder Mail through password.
DLC 	Purchase fun downloadable content. 	Allows the player to connect to the internet and download DLC dungeons.
Change Team Name 	Change your team's name. 	Allows the player to change their name.
Delete Save 	Delete saved game data. 	Allows the player to permanently delete the saved data.
Inside Discover a Magnagate	Inside Discover a Magnagate 	Inside Discover a Magnagate
Search out a Magnagate. 	Find round objects or images in the world around you!You might just find a Magnagate: an entrance to a brand-new dungeon!	Allows the player to take pictures with the 3DS camera and find Magnagte dungeons.
Head into a Dungeon! 	Go on adventures within the dungeons you've discovered so far! 	Allows the player to visit Magnagate dungeons they have already discovered.
More information 	Here you'll learn more about how to find Magnagates! 	Displays various hints regarding Magnagates.
Erase a Dungeon 	Select this option when you wish to delete dungeons you've discovered so far! 	Allows the player to delete Magnagate dungeons they have already discovered.
====Super Mystery Dungeon====
Entry 	Description 	Notes
Continue 	Continue your adventure. 	Continues the game at the point where it was last saved.
Pelipper Island	Head to Pelipper Island. 	Takes the player to Pelipper Island.
Wonder Mail 	Receive Wonder Mail. 	Allows the player to receive Wonder Mail through password and QR code.
Jukebox 	Play fun music. 	Opens up the Jukebox.
Change Names 	Change names that have been set.	Allows the player to change the names of the player, their partner, and their team.
Delete Save 	Delete saved game data. 	Allows the player to permanently delete the saved data.
===Pokémon Ranger series===
The Continue button also displays the player's name, rank, and play time.
Entry 	Notes
Continue 	Continues the game at the point where it was last saved.
New Game 	Starts a new game.
Options 	Opens up options, only available in .
Ranger Net	Opens up the Ranger Net, available starting in Shadows of Almia.
===Pokémon Trozei series===
Entry 	Notes
Adventure 	Starts up adventure mode where it was last saved.
Endless 	Starts Endless mode.
Battle 	Starts Battle mode.
Pair 	Allows the player to pair up with another player and clear levels together.
Link List 	Opens up the Link List.
Ranking Stats 	Opens up the Ranking Stats.
Agent Café 	Opens the Agnet Café.
Pokémon Mini Distribution	Allows the player to send a Pokémon Mini version to another DS system.
Options 	Opens up the options.
===Pokémon Dash===
Entry 	Notes
One Player 	Opens up the Select Game screen.
Multiplayer	Allows the player to connect with other players through wireless communication and play cups or courses.
Options 	Opens up the options.
===Pokémon Art Academy===
Entry 	Notes
Lessons 	Takes the player to the Lessons.
Free Paint 	Allows the player to draw freely.
Quick Sketch	Takes the player to the Quick Sketches.
Extras 	Allows the player to check their ID Card, the Eight Rules, and their awards.
Album 	Opens up the album with the player's drawings.
Share 	Allowed the player to share their drawings on Miiverse and through wireless communication.
Settings 	Opens up the settings.
===Pokémon: Magikarp Jump===
Entry 	Notes
Support	Displays a support screen with a support number and the option to go to the support site.
Start 	Starts the game.
Explore	Takes the player to The Pokémon Company International's official website in the language the device is set to.
==Gallery==
===Core series===
Main menu RBY.png|Red, Blue, and Yellow
Main menu GS.png|Gold and Silver
Main menu C.png|Crystal
Main menu C JP.png|Japanese Crystal
Main menu RS.png|Ruby and Sapphire
Main menu FRLG.png|FireRed and LeafGreen
Main menu FRLG JP wireless.png|Japanese FireRed and LeafGreen (Wireless Adapter)
Main menu FRLG JP e-Reader.png|Japanese FireRed and LeafGreen (e-Reader)
Main menu E.png|Emerald
Main menu E JP wireless.png|Japanese Emerald (Wireless Adapter)
Main menu E JP e-Reader.png|Japanese Emerald (e-Reader)
Main menu DPPt.png|Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum
Main menu HGSS.png|HeartGold and SoulSilver
Main menu B.png|Black
Main menu W.png|White
Main menu B2.png|Black 2
Main menu W2.png|White 2
Main menu XY.png|X and Y
Main menu ORAS.png|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Main menu SM.png|Sun and Moon
Main menu USUM.png|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Main menu Eevee.png|Let's Go, Eevee
===Spin-off games===
TCG GB1 main menu.png|
TCG GB2 main menu.png|Pokémon Trading Card Game 2: The Invasion of Team GR!
Pinball menu.png|Pokémon Pinball
Pinball RS menu.png|Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire
Puzzle Challenge main menu.png|Pokémon Puzzle Challenge
Puzzle Village.png|Pokémon Puzzle League
Snap main menu.png|Pokémon Snap
Snap main menu print.png|Pokémon Snap Station
PPS Red menu.png|Pokémon Project Studio Red
PPS Blue menu.png|Pokémon Project Studio Blue
==In other languages==
==References==
Category:Game mechanics
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