Pokete is a terminal-based adventure game that brings creature-catching gameplay to your command line. Travel across procedurally generated maps, encounter wild creatures in tall grass, and engage in tactical battles with other trainers.

Core gameplay features include:

Creature collection and training: Catch wild creatures using Poketeballs and build a team of six to battle with
Type-based strategy system: Master matchups between nine different creature types (Stone, Plant, Water, Fire, Ground, Electro, Flying, Undead, Ice) where effectiveness varies based on type combinations
Progressive battles: Defeat wild creatures to gain experience and level up, or challenge trainers for double rewards
Healing and management: Visit the Pokete Center to heal your team and view your complete collection
Customization options: Change your trainer name and configure game settings through the menu
Mod support: Extend gameplay by creating custom mods placed in the mods folder

Getting started is simple: Install via pip, run the game, and begin with a starter creature. Use WASD to navigate, press 1 to access your team deck, and engage in turn-based combat by selecting attacks with numbered keys. The game features an introductory wizard to set your name and choose your starter creature.

The game runs entirely in your terminal without requiring a graphical interface, making it accessible on any system with Python 3 installed. Whether you're looking for a nostalgic experience or a unique terminal-based game, Pokete delivers strategic creature battles with surprising depth.

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