Pokemon Alpha Sapphire

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 852 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 132 out of 852
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  1. YoshiPilot
    Feb 20, 2015
    10
    A great gem in the pokemon series, this game is beautiful and takes the original great game and makes it even better with improved graphics, beautiful sound, awesome gameplay, an epic post game, and a great competitive sene.
  2. pokeheart328
    Mar 13, 2015
    10
    This was an amazing remake!! People are constantly complaining about the amount of water, but let's not forget: Hoenn has always meant surfing and diving! (I love diving!)
  3. Kiraki1120
    Nov 16, 2019
    8
    This one has more content and better post-game compared to X and Y. It gives a good remake of the Ruby Sapphire, but few things improved from R-S or Emerald especially. The post-game was quite good for me, but the lack of the Battle Frontier from Emerald was quite disappointing for me.
  4. Ademafan
    Jan 31, 2020
    8
    I had enjoyed it really good. Spent over 100 hours trying to get all the pokemon. It has nice addition of delta episode, so you can catch few more legendary pokemon. It does give you ability to get few older (and newer) starters as well. Overall enjoyable experience.
  5. Vataro
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    Ich hatte selten wieder so viel Spaß gehabt und verbrachte wirklich viel Zeit mit Onlinekämpfen , Wundertäuschen und Experimenten ... Mein Pokedex zeigt die Ergebnisse ;D
  6. Titannumber20
    Mar 15, 2015
    10
    I've played nearly every single Pokemon game out there, but I have to say that this is my favorite Pokemon game ever. This game retains the charm that the originals had, while improving on them in nearly every aspect. This game may be far from a masterpiece, but it's the most fun I've ever had with a game in over a year.
  7. Kobeissi2
    May 1, 2015
    10
    Absolutely perfect! Only thing is that it is too easy but other than that, it is the second best Pokemon game after Heart Gold/Soul Silver! Get this game!
  8. iipotato
    Jul 22, 2015
    9
    Even if you played the original RSE versions many times, you NEED to get this game because there are PLENTY of additions in ORAS that will make you feel like you're exploring an entire new story and adventure once again.

    New features include - Scanning for specific Pokemon in the wild - Strengthening the bonds with your Pokemon in Amie - Horde battles. - Mega Evolution. What's    Even if you played the original RSE versions many times, you NEED to get this game because there are PLENTY of additions in ORAS that will make you feel like you're exploring an entire new story and adventure once again.

    New features include
    - Scanning for specific Pokemon in the wild
    - Strengthening the bonds with your Pokemon in Amie
    - Horde battles.
    - Mega Evolution.

    What's returned from RSE?
    - Pokemon Contests have once again got you raging over the NPCs, haha!
    - Secret Bases, no explanation needed.
    - Trick House, with the good ole HM dependency
    - The Characters, now with better designs and livelier personalities!
    - Unlike the letdown of HGSS music, ORAS's soundtrack does not disappoint. It still contains the hype feeling from RSE, back when you were a child and all.

    This game is worth it! It is everything you could desire from a Pokemon game. Until there's a new main game, ORAS will satisfy you for a while.

    Also, it has Mega Swampert. The most important Pokemon of the game. Done.    … Expand
  9. Men553
    Nov 19, 2016
    9
    Amazing remake! Features that have to be mentioned is new mega evolutions; new, second type of Pokemon hunting with Dex nav and most fun is flying on Latios or Latias ( depends of game version you choose ). Delta episode is very interesting and add some variety to the game story. Game looks very good and soundtrack is superior. The battle frontier was replaced by the battle resort - theAmazing remake! Features that have to be mentioned is new mega evolutions; new, second type of Pokemon hunting with Dex nav and most fun is flying on Latios or Latias ( depends of game version you choose ). Delta episode is very interesting and add some variety to the game story. Game looks very good and soundtrack is superior. The battle frontier was replaced by the battle resort - the much smaller version of his predecessor, but this is the perfect place for Masuda breed.… Expand
  10. MattPokeFan
    Aug 18, 2017
    8
    Good Game Nice Graphics And Overall An Awesome Game That's A Very Nice Throwback But Not Without A Few Flaws. There Is Too Much Water, Too Much Grass, Too Much Pokemon, Too Much Pokeballs, Too Much Gyms, Too Much PokeCenters, To Much Online Features, Too Much Pokeballs, Too Much Trolling On Wondertrade, Too Much Sky, Too Much HM's, Too Much Shinys, Too Much Ledgendarys And Finally Too MuchGood Game Nice Graphics And Overall An Awesome Game That's A Very Nice Throwback But Not Without A Few Flaws. There Is Too Much Water, Too Much Grass, Too Much Pokemon, Too Much Pokeballs, Too Much Gyms, Too Much PokeCenters, To Much Online Features, Too Much Pokeballs, Too Much Trolling On Wondertrade, Too Much Sky, Too Much HM's, Too Much Shinys, Too Much Ledgendarys And Finally Too Much RPG Elements… Expand
  11. MzMazzaire
    Dec 11, 2017
    8
    Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire are nicely remade renditions of two mediocre GBA entries in the series. I enjoyed them, but not quite as much as Sun/Ultra Sun.
  12. brendo214
    May 21, 2019
    8
    I never played the original generation 3 games, but I can say that I had a ton of fun with this game.
  13. new2dsxl
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Overall, Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire seem very similar to Pokémon X & Y, as you might expect, but the story and the environments you encounter feel – despite the fact that they are remakes – very fresh and unique. They’re not an extensive upgrade from their other 3DS counterparts, but any Poké-fan who’s played one of the series remakes in the past knows that expecting an enormousOverall, Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire seem very similar to Pokémon X & Y, as you might expect, but the story and the environments you encounter feel – despite the fact that they are remakes – very fresh and unique. They’re not an extensive upgrade from their other 3DS counterparts, but any Poké-fan who’s played one of the series remakes in the past knows that expecting an enormous upgrade is a fool’s errand. These titles should be considered as games that belong alongside X & Y, rather than successors. — they've successfully surpassed X & Y, however, by building on the tremendous features available on the 3DS and pushing new ideas such as the Soar ability. Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire are a must-buy for any Poké-fan, even if you already own X or Y.… Expand
  14. Nerocz1
    Jan 22, 2015
    8
    Nothing new. Just another fantastic Pokémon game which you will love to play and episode after finishing the game is long and epic, great game. A must-buy for true fan of Pokémon.
  15. Tsubaki
    Jan 10, 2015
    8
    Really Really good story was perfect loved the original RS games just hate the way they took out the battle frontier which sucks hopefully we get DLC!
  16. beckybabe
    Dec 24, 2015
    10
    Tears. Such a beautiful game, a heartwarming beginning and a bittersweet ending. As a long time Pokemon fan, especially with Sapphire being my favorite game as a child, there's been few other Pokemon games that have brought me this much joy. The underlying messages. The music. Just everything. Not to mention fantastic graphics and super secret bases being great as well. Love the contestTears. Such a beautiful game, a heartwarming beginning and a bittersweet ending. As a long time Pokemon fan, especially with Sapphire being my favorite game as a child, there's been few other Pokemon games that have brought me this much joy. The underlying messages. The music. Just everything. Not to mention fantastic graphics and super secret bases being great as well. Love the contest spectaculars. Ugh. Just so happy and in tears at the same time because it makes me sad as well that it's over.… Expand
  17. garciaxm
    Jan 13, 2016
    8
    Overall, Pokemon Alpha Sapphire was an enjoyable game. It was a very typical installment in the Pokemon RPG. The story and overall development of the plot was enjoyable and different enough from previous Pokemon games to be refreshing enough for a buy. One thing I wasn't a big fan on was the game's lack of emphasis on fights with your rival. Having played Pokemon games since the originals,Overall, Pokemon Alpha Sapphire was an enjoyable game. It was a very typical installment in the Pokemon RPG. The story and overall development of the plot was enjoyable and different enough from previous Pokemon games to be refreshing enough for a buy. One thing I wasn't a big fan on was the game's lack of emphasis on fights with your rival. Having played Pokemon games since the originals, I've developed an anxious reaction each time I'm faced with my rival, but it's unfortunate to say that this generation's rival is severely underwhelming. Regardless of this, the game is still fun enough to warrant a purchase, but perhaps a used one.… Expand
  18. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    This is a really good remaster of a Pokemon classic. It's pretty much business as usual here with all the same classic gameplay etc. A must buy for the 3DS.
  19. Rising94
    Apr 13, 2016
    10
    Una gran maravilla de remaster! No se que decir mas, la mejor región de pokemon junto a kanto. Es sorprendente como cambia el argumento y las texturas y sobre todo una historia mas larga y con mas dificultad. Me gustan los pokemon difíciles.
  20. Sakamoto_San
    Apr 28, 2016
    9
    Un grandioso juego llevalos efectos visuales que vimos en X Y a la region de Hoen con una historia algo distinta a la original y el agregado del episodio delta realmente un juego que se disfruta muchisimo
  21. dislexicpotato
    Nov 2, 2018
    8
    With gorgeous graphics, plenty of things to do and see and amazing music Pokemon Alpha Sapphire is a great game that every Pokemon fan should experience.
  22. MonkiReviews
    Mar 12, 2017
    8
    This game wasn't as great as I expected, but that isn't that bad. I expected a game like Pokemon X, new and exciting, but it wasn't. I loved the water elements and the Pokemon but the story lacked. The game still was great and I recommend it.
  23. Diegochocho
    Jul 6, 2018
    8
    Remake del pokémon Ruby y Zaphiro, mejora notablemente en los gráficos, se le agrega contenido nuevo y la música es fenomenal.
  24. Dragonfly44
    Nov 27, 2017
    9
    This game was godly. Fantastic graphics and an entertaining story make for this masterpiece of a video game. Great features like soaring secret bases make for more entertainment beyond the main story.
  25. kiank
    Jan 15, 2018
    10
    I never played the original but I enjoyed this game a lot. I played it so much and it was one of my favorite pokemon games of all time. I really don't mind that it was in 3D. Super training was a pretty cool edition.
  26. SortOfCritic
    Jan 1, 2018
    10
    Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire take full advantage of the 3d mechanic introduced by X and Y. And this game doesn't disappoint, definitely one of the best Pokemon games, as it possessed an incredible post game we haven't seen since Black and White 2
  27. H0000-Halves
    Jan 31, 2018
    9
    Brought Hoenn to the 3ds era and made it beautiful. Pros include both things that the series as a whole got since Ruby/Sapphire, like the physical/special split and the fairy type, and completely new things like soaring.
  28. yggSSparappRR
    Feb 14, 2018
    9
    Back when it came out I was worried they were remaking Ruby and Sapphire instead of Emerald, one of my old favorites, but my worries were for nothing: the game turned out way better than platinum. It properly brings all the beautiful routes and cities of Hoenn to 3ds, fleshes out the characters, adds in modern mechanics like pokemon amie and wi-fi online, and the post-game has a new storyBack when it came out I was worried they were remaking Ruby and Sapphire instead of Emerald, one of my old favorites, but my worries were for nothing: the game turned out way better than platinum. It properly brings all the beautiful routes and cities of Hoenn to 3ds, fleshes out the characters, adds in modern mechanics like pokemon amie and wi-fi online, and the post-game has a new story that connects to many characters and legendaries in a new way. A must-have.… Expand
  29. Gallade21
    Apr 19, 2018
    9
    Very enjoyable, I can recommend. Keeps the spirit of the originals but makes it better, secret bases are fun, better than before. There's a new postgame story
  30. smf-smf
    Nov 18, 2018
    9
    - best game in the hoenn region
    - everything that made ruby and sapphire good is back or better
    - story and characters are enhanced
    - secret basis were enhanced and way more fun to use and play as, sharing them was amazing too
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 52 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 52
  3. Negative: 0 out of 52
  1. Atomix
    Jan 28, 2015
    85
    A much better experience than what was expected. The change in the rhythm and the emphasis in the story elements manage to captivate the player in a way that the Game Boy Advance versions couldn’t.
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  2. DarkStation
    Jan 19, 2015
    80
    If you have any interest at all in Pokémon this game will surpass your expectations.
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  3. Eurogamer Poland
    Jan 14, 2015
    70
    Another good game with pocket monsters, providing hours of fun for fans. But it does not offer the same breath of fresh air as last year's X and Y.
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