It's a good distraction until gen 10, it's fun. I wish locking on was more intuitive and satisfying. As It felt I had less control than turn based. Presentation is decent which carried. Plotlines where not obvious, I enjoyed it. I think megas should of been more easily used instead of filling up a bar. Every pokemon should be able to transform at click of a button like turn based, and the skill would be when to use it. Customization is peak, great choices of apparel. Last thing, wish there was some sort of riding mechanic. Would've solidified the neatness.
Also, keep following pokemon. Deff. Keep that.