Despite being around since 1995 and the days of the original Game Boy handheld, the Pokemon series is as strong as ever, and is a key factor in the continuing growth of the Nintendo DS. Continuing its forward march to world domination, Nintendo announced today that Pokemon Ranger: Shadows of Almia would arrive in North America on November 10.

The latest Pokemon spin-off sees players on a journey to becoming a Top Ranger in the new region of Almia. Compared to its prequel, it boasts more missions and opportunities to explore the expansive overworld, which ranges in variety from forests and deserts to the depths of the ocean floor. As ever, catching Pokemon is central to gameplay, because they’ll help you advance and improve your status amongst the Rangers.

Players circle the Pokémon they want to catch by drawing circles around them on the touch screen. When you complete certain Quests, the Ranger Union awards you with power-ups, which add new upgrades and functions to your Capture Styler, allowing you to move on.