A new screen lights up my console. It’s the Pokémon Snap menu, but this time it’s different. The logo is more colorful, the music sounds fresher. I press Start and navigate to a shiny, new island. The camera zooms in on a forested area filled with tall trees and grassy hills.

I pick the first lens from my selection: the Binocular Lens. It magnifies the Pokémon that are scattered around. A Pikachu leaps across the screen, its yellow fur popping against the green background. I snap a picture quickly but the camera shutter clicks too slowly. The photo comes out blurry as if the pic needs more practice.

I switch to the Wide Angle Lens, adjusting the settings on my camera. A group of Pidgey circle each other in mid-air. This lens captures the motion better, showing the birds flying gracefully against a backdrop of trees. I try to keep steady, focusing on one bird at a time. The photo is clear, capturing just enough detail.

A sudden rustle in the bushes draws my attention. A Rattata scurries out, its tail flicking back and forth. I snap a quick shot. This Pokémon is harder to capture, moving so fast. But with practice, I can get it right. The camera’s settings help me keep up with its speed.

The screen changes, showing the first day’s stats. I see how many photos I’ve taken and which lenses worked best today. The island is vast, full of life waiting to be explored. As the sun sets behind the trees, my camera clicks away, each snap a step closer to mastering this new game.