The Game Boy Advance, released in 2001, was a significant handheld console for Nintendo, with a vast library of games, including several Pokémon titles. Games like Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, which were released between 2002 and 2005, are some of the most notable Pokémon GBA titles. These games allowed players to explore the Hoenn region, catching and battling various Pokémon.