Pokémon X revolutionized the iconic monster-battling franchise by introducing full 3D graphics, character customization, and the groundbreaking Mega Evolution mechanic to the Nintendo 3DS. Over a decade after its initial release, the game remains a top priority for emulation enthusiasts.

The standard for 3DS emulation is , an open-source emulator available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. Citra can run Pokémon X beautifully, often scaling the graphics to 4K resolution, which makes the Kalos region look vastly superior to how it appeared on the original handheld screen.