If you’re hunting for niche fan games, always stick to the creator’s official Discord or verified social media accounts. Downloading mystery .zip files from search engine results is the digital equivalent of eating a mushroom you found in the woods—it might be fine, or it might end your day very badly!

Sonia quickly became a fan favorite after her debut in Pokémon Sword and Shield due to her design and role as a researcher. Because of her popularity, she is one of the most common subjects for fan-made art and interactive projects.

Fans get to see characters in scenarios the original developers (like Nintendo or Game Freak) would never allow.