Japanese Actor's Pokémon Save Loss Sparks Gamers' Sympathy

Japanese actor Shinya Owada's unfortunate loss of his original Pokemon Red save file has gone viral, sparking memories of similar experiences among gamers. In a heartfelt YouTube video, Owada goes from excitement to disbelief as he discovers that years of hard work capturing and training Pokemon have vanished. This incident has resonated with many, as countless gamers recall the anguish of losing save data on older systems like the Game Boy and PS1. The video has garnered millions of views and prompted an outpouring of sympathy from fans who can relate.

The likely cause of Shinya Owada's loss is the worn-out battery in his Game Boy cartridge, a common issue for older games that makes save data disappear.

Pokemon Red, released in 1996, is part of the iconic Pokemon franchise created by Nintendo, which has become a cultural phenomenon worldwide. Players explore a fictional world, capturing various Pokemon creatures and battling them. The emotional connection fans have with their in-game journey and progress makes save data loss particularly devastating, as illustrated by Owada's experience.