Single Party Member in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team

You cannot play with a single Pokémon in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team. The game enforces a minimum team of two (you + partner) at all times.

Why It's Enforced

• Balance: Dungeons are tuned for multiple Pokémon with complementary types/moves.
• Narrative: The story centers on partnership, trust, and teamwork.
• Mechanics: Switching, IQ skills, and combined moves require ≥2 members.

Simulating a Solo Run

• Set partner's tactic to "Wait Here" (or "Avoid Trouble") so they don't act.
• Pour all experience, items, and Gummis into your main Pokémon.
• Accept that some scripted events (e.g., partner dialogue) will still trigger.

This creates a de facto solo challenge, but the game will always treat you as a team of two. True single-member play is impossible without heavy ROM hacking.