Generation IV

Generation IV in the Pokémon franchise, is a term used to describe the fourth set of games and Pokemon introduced into the series. The Generation IV games introduced a number of advancements including new Pokémon, moves and gameplay features. Chronologically, these games take place sometime after Gen. I and Gen. III.

Main Series

 * Pokémon Diamond and Pearl
 * Pokémon Platinum
 * Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver

Wii

 * Pokémon Battle Revolution
 * My Pokémon Ranch

Starter Pokémon
As with the other main series Pokémon games, a new set of starter Pokémon were introduced for the fourth generation. Continuing with tradition, these Pokémon are a Water-type, Grass-type or a Fire-type. They include Piplup (Water), Turtwig (Grass) and Chimchar (Fire).

In the Gold and Silver remakes, Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, the starter Pokémon will remain the same. They include Totodile (Water), Chikorita (Grass) and Cyndaquil (Fire).

Gym Leaders and the Elite Four
Generation IV introduced a new set of Gym Leaders and the Elite Four in the Diamond, Pearl and Platinum games. All of these trainers specialize in a specific type of Pokémon and are key to progressing through the game. The HeartGold and SoulSilver Gym Leaders, Elite Four and Champion will remain the same as their predecessors.

Team

 * Galactic (Diamond, Pearl and Platinum)


 * Rocket (HeartGold and SoulSilver)

Pokémon Champion
In Pokémon Diamond, Pearl and Platinum, the Pokémon Champion is Cynthia, a woman that helps the player on various occasions. The Champion in HeartGold and SoulSilver remains the same as Generation II, which is Lance, a former member of the Elite Four and the man who helps you take down Team Rocket.

Antagonist
In Pokémon Diamond, Pearl and Platinum, the main antagonist is Team Galactic, whose objectives is to create a new world.

In Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, the main antagonist is Team Rocket. who wants to re-assemble their organization after Giovanni disbanded it after being beaten by Red.

Cuarta generación

Trivia

 * Unlike Gen 3, you can move your pokemon from the past gen to the newest gen.