Pokemon Sun

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7.6

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  1. Guzmant
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    I'm not going to lie, I'm not the biggest Pokemon fan.

    A lot of Pokemon games have a great concept but fall very flat in execution, the best Pokemon games are ok while the worst ones (aka 90% of the Switch releases) are abysmal. 'Pokemon Sun & Moon' was the biggest exception. The gameplay, whole functional, is not too different from the other games. although I have things that are worth    I'm not going to lie, I'm not the biggest Pokemon fan.

    A lot of Pokemon games have a great concept but fall very flat in execution, the best Pokemon games are ok while the worst ones (aka 90% of the Switch releases) are abysmal. 'Pokemon Sun & Moon' was the biggest exception.

    The gameplay, whole functional, is not too different from the other games. although I have things that are worth praise:

    1. Z moves working for everyone: the idea of Megas only working for specific pokemon (and none of the generation it was supposed to represent) was nonsense and limited a potentially great gimmick. Z moves are more limited than Megas in concept, but they are executed much better.

    2. Totem battles: finally no more triple battle luck fest, totem battles are much more skilled are require more strategy rather than just spamming your best moves.

    The plot is the best in the series by a wide, and I mean WIDE margin. Besides having the best world building in the series, the main characters are fleshed out, develop on screen (can't say the same for the previous gens) and are more grounded overall. Lusamine is the best villain in the franchise and the most well written character: a crazy woman who went insane after losing her husband and started loving Ultra Creatures more than her own children to the point she wanted to reach their universe and merge with them.

    The Pokemon is the best generation yet. all 3 starters have great design and ooze with personality (especially Incineroar) and some of the best Pokemon like Mimikyu and Tsareena. There's barely any bad Pokemon at all.

    The cutscenes, often criticized for being "awful" even though they're nothing atrocious that other games didn't do, help the game to feel more immersive and visually interesting than chibi sprites that barely move.

    This game was a great experience.    … Expand
  2. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Treasure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  3. Cer2xrafa
    Aug 7, 2023
    7
    Un juego decente, los diseños nuevos son buenos y su dificultad es media. Lo mejor es su historia, pero existen mejores juegos dentro de la saga
  4. sathvik_
    Aug 1, 2023
    4
    I cannot believe these people at game freak actually thought that ditching the very successful mega evolutions and replace it with z moves.
    I mean it isint BAD but what the heck
  5. Shrek2inDVD
    Jun 21, 2023
    0
    Merda totale preferisco suicidarmi piuttosto che passare 10 minuti in questo gioco. Gioco per disabili babbuini con le madri ciccione schifose.
  6. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    7
    68/100 .
  7. Niltrio
    May 5, 2023
    4
    mediocre boring game riddled with unskippable cutscenes and useless tutorials which fans of the franchise would've rather skipped. (imo) worst designed mons of the bunch, forgettable rival team, only redeemable qualitiies is a change of the original formula which was ditched for the next entry, and the rise in difficulty. probably the worst entry of the franchise on the 3ds.
  8. Ardho
    Apr 19, 2023
    8
    The first game to finally remove gyms and let me have a different journey for a change.
  9. GovosUsan
    Mar 31, 2023
    10
    Best 3d pokemon game with great story cool new mons and a national dex and without hms
  10. Souls2
    Feb 28, 2023
    3
    Finally a Pokemon game that doesn't look like a recycle of the previous one, the graphic change and that it no longer has a gym is a change that comes in handy, although it still has simple stories. The best thing that the franchise could have in all its years was to change the MO movements for mounts speeding up the game and your Pokemon team.
  11. Kdog152
    Jan 5, 2023
    5
    This is just the same as Pokémon has been for years. The last decent games were omega ruby and alpha sapphire. After that, just mediocre. It's a shame as well as it is based in England (my home country). There's is a little bit of fun here, but the majority of the exploring in this game is boring. I got to admit that running around on Taurus is pretty damn fun. it's a shame that you can'tThis is just the same as Pokémon has been for years. The last decent games were omega ruby and alpha sapphire. After that, just mediocre. It's a shame as well as it is based in England (my home country). There's is a little bit of fun here, but the majority of the exploring in this game is boring. I got to admit that running around on Taurus is pretty damn fun. it's a shame that you can't use him all the time, because traversing normally is boring. The Z crystals power moves were a nice touch, but definitely not enough to redeem the game. And honestly, some of these Pokémon have stupid or bad names.… Expand
  12. AlexMakesToast
    Dec 11, 2022
    7
    Sun = 7/10
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  13. KilluaZaoldyeck
    Nov 22, 2022
    3
    Not really sure why this has such high ratings, everything about it is simplistic and just low effort. The soundtrack is forgettable, the dialog is bad at best. The battle system is about as basic as rock paper scissors types of games can be, and even worst it's 1v1 battles. I'll keep it short and stop here.
  14. Lolman2026
    Aug 19, 2022
    10
    This game has an amazing story, great character development, and one of the best worlds a Pokémon game has had in a while. Although the game may not seem as much at first, It gets Better and Better as you progress. The new battle animations and styles are so wonderful that sometimes I walk into battles just to see the animations. If you have a 3DS, you must try it out!
  15. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    7
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  16. DolphinReviews
    Jul 20, 2022
    6
    It's a great Pokémon game but compared to other games, or even RPG's it's slightly above average. It's nice to see they tried new ideas in this installment.
  17. SirXyonder777
    Jun 29, 2022
    9
    This game is an amazing Pokémon game. The graphics are great, but when they zoom in on the faces, you can see the pixels. An overall amazing game, but why did they get rid of the gyms?! I wish they didn't redesign all the Pokémon they did, but it's a great game for anyone who likes Pokémon, and I would argue that it's one of the best games to introduce someone to the series. I also reallyThis game is an amazing Pokémon game. The graphics are great, but when they zoom in on the faces, you can see the pixels. An overall amazing game, but why did they get rid of the gyms?! I wish they didn't redesign all the Pokémon they did, but it's a great game for anyone who likes Pokémon, and I would argue that it's one of the best games to introduce someone to the series. I also really love how they brought back past characters like Dexio, Sina, Red and Blue.… Expand
  18. PikiAkaSelen
    May 20, 2022
    10
    One of the most original and brave entries in the Pokemon franchise, I see why some fans dont like it since its not a traditional pokemon game. Its game decisions are brave and work surprisingly well, its a unique twist from a pokemon mainline game almost being like a more developed spinoff. With all of that in mind I think its by far the best one from the 3DS era and also one of theOne of the most original and brave entries in the Pokemon franchise, I see why some fans dont like it since its not a traditional pokemon game. Its game decisions are brave and work surprisingly well, its a unique twist from a pokemon mainline game almost being like a more developed spinoff. With all of that in mind I think its by far the best one from the 3DS era and also one of the better pokemon games.… Expand
  19. BeeBarb28
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    The game is very nostalgic and almost perfect, the only Thing i've got to say is that the cutscenes are a bit long. The New exclusive Pokémon are great and you can Transfer pokemon with Pokémon Bank.
  20. Flounder
    Mar 29, 2022
    8
    ALS Pokémon-Fan sage ich, dass dies das beste Spiel ist, es hat eine großartige neue Umgebung, großartige neue Funktionen, die die Pokémon-Formel wirklich aufrütteln, und hat die ehrgeizigste und am besten erzählte Erzählung, die jemals aus einem Pokémon-Spiel hervorgegangen ist. Das einzige wirkliche Problem für mich ist, dass das Spiel schmerzhaft einfach ist.
  21. HildaSimp5
    Mar 4, 2022
    6
    Pokémon SM are good step ups from XY, but nowehere close to being the best games in the series for me.
    Alola is beautiful, but far too linear and corridor like, lacking the exploration the series once had.
    The story is pretty good actually and fun. New Pokémon are pretty good, except those awful Ultra Beasts. Music is ok too. Z Moves are fine i guess, but no replacement fpr Mega Evolution.    Pokémon SM are good step ups from XY, but nowehere close to being the best games in the series for me.
    Alola is beautiful, but far too linear and corridor like, lacking the exploration the series once had.
    The story is pretty good actually and fun.
    New Pokémon are pretty good, except those awful Ultra Beasts. Music is ok too.
    Z Moves are fine i guess, but no replacement fpr Mega Evolution. Regional Variants are a fantastic addition, completely wasted beacuse they are used exclusivly on Gen 1 Pokémon, what a waste.
    This is also a massive issue with these games. The ludicrous pandering to Generation 1 and Kanto is beyond annoying. I get it, ok?! First Generation that started it all, blah, blah, BLAH!
    The games are also too handholdy.    … Expand
  22. Marwans
    Feb 24, 2022
    8
    An excellent game of the few Pokemon I've played.
    Story (10/10)
    Characters (9/10)
    Soundtrack (10/10)
    Graphics ( 8/10) It's a 3DS
  23. albegres
    Feb 9, 2022
    8
    75/100
    Very good Pokémon game. It's somehow overlooked these days because it hasn't Gyms, but it can make you feel like in a journey anyway.
    PS: Alola is a stunning region
  24. grimreapersims
    Feb 8, 2022
    8
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  25. Patrick95
    Feb 2, 2022
    10
    Para mi gusto, Pokémon Sol y Luna son los mejores juegos de la saga, sin duda. Me encantó su dificultad que es bastante equilibrada, te da las oportunidades de "casualizarlo" como los juegos más modernos, pero también la posibilidad de desactivar esas facilidades para volverlo más clásico siempre que quieras. Y los Pokémon dominantes son los mejores "Bosses" de tipo RPG que ha tenidoPara mi gusto, Pokémon Sol y Luna son los mejores juegos de la saga, sin duda. Me encantó su dificultad que es bastante equilibrada, te da las oportunidades de "casualizarlo" como los juegos más modernos, pero también la posibilidad de desactivar esas facilidades para volverlo más clásico siempre que quieras. Y los Pokémon dominantes son los mejores "Bosses" de tipo RPG que ha tenido Pokémon jamás. Con combates por turnos RPG que te hacen pensar buenas estrategias frente a Pokémon fuertes en un combate 1vs2.

    Además la trama de estos juegos me parece la más compleja e interesante de la saga junto a Blanco y Negro. Con personajes memorables y carismáticos (Guzmán es una maravilla, sin duda uno de los mejores personajes de la saga) y tramas, subtramas e incluso giros de guión. También me encanta la ambientación de la región, ya que Alola es de las regiones que más "sientes", todo funciona distinto y se siente todo muy tradicional, además de que el propio lore de la región es de los más profundos de la franquicia.

    También me gusta que las rutas están diseñadas para ser lo suficientemente complejas por si quieres detenerte a explorar pero a la vez puedes atravesarlas rápido si estás jugando de forma menos detenida. Es un diseño muy inteligente que sabe dar juego a el jugador casual que quiere superarlo rápido y al jugador veterano que busca detenerse y explorar cada rincón.

    Otra cosa que me encanta y que ahora hecho de menos de Alola, son las misiones secundarias, los entrenadores maestros de cada ruta y el Poké Resort. Son mecánicas muy buenas que ojalá vuelvan a la línea de juegos principales. Al menos las misiones secundarias parece que han vuelto en Leyendas Arceus, juego que por cierto, bebe muchísimo de lo que construyó Alola en su día. Con paralelismos como las poké monturas, los capitanes, los dominantes...

    Sol y Luna son una delicia, y sin duda una de las mejores aventuras que Pokémon ha dado nunca.    … Expand
  26. Federx
    Jan 30, 2022
    9
    very underappreciated entry, pushing more into jrpg territory with proper story and characters was a good direction for the franchise.
  27. GenkiYokota
    Jan 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best generations by far, it has a spectacular story and an excellent competitive scene.
  28. Reddytal
    Dec 28, 2021
    8
    La historia es muy de anime y el estilo gráfico no es nada del otro mundo pero aporta bastante conceptos nuevos que refresca mucho a la franquicia y hace a esta entraga mucho más memorable. La curva de dificultad es un desastre como ya nos viene acostumbrando Gamefreak desde XY pero como dije a estas entregas los mantiene aflote la buena cantidad nuevos conceptos.
  29. Pyronick
    Jul 5, 2021
    10
    Gran juego, buena historia, buenos personajes y una gran variedad de Pokémons a elegir, un título refrescante para la saga.
  30. manuel812
    May 29, 2021
    4
    probablemente el mejor juego de pokemon en 3d pero no deja de ser malo primero aunque la dificultad no es tan estúpidamente fácil como la octava o sexta generación sigue siendo muy fácil la historia es decente ya que el prota parece un puto espectador y ... porque mierda sacaron las megaevoluciones y el megavuelo eran unas ideas muy buenas y pudieron mejorarlas aunque tengo que admitir queprobablemente el mejor juego de pokemon en 3d pero no deja de ser malo primero aunque la dificultad no es tan estúpidamente fácil como la octava o sexta generación sigue siendo muy fácil la historia es decente ya que el prota parece un puto espectador y ... porque mierda sacaron las megaevoluciones y el megavuelo eran unas ideas muy buenas y pudieron mejorarlas aunque tengo que admitir que las formas alolas son muy buenas mas no obstante lo peor del juego son las putas rutas son muy LINEALES las mas lineales sin contar a la horrible octava generación… Expand
  31. halalgamer
    May 26, 2021
    7
    Haven't saw much improvement from Pokemon X and Y. Models are pretty all the same. Z-Moves were a huge downgrade from Mega Evolutions. Removing gyms from the game was dumb. With every new Pokemon game, the difficulty of the games are easier and easier. The new Pokemon on the other hand were great. Story in my opinion was a bit more interesting then it was in X and Y.
    7/10 Good.
  32. DrPebba
    May 16, 2021
    7
    I think this is a really good game, but i dont know, there is something that makes me not enjoy it as other pokemon, i dont like alola as a region at all, the astethic gets repetitive but i dont know, its basic pokemon , the same gameplay with some tweaks, the graphics ook pretty good for a 3ds game, and the world is really big, the story its kinda bad, i dont remember almost anything ofI think this is a really good game, but i dont know, there is something that makes me not enjoy it as other pokemon, i dont like alola as a region at all, the astethic gets repetitive but i dont know, its basic pokemon , the same gameplay with some tweaks, the graphics ook pretty good for a 3ds game, and the world is really big, the story its kinda bad, i dont remember almost anything of it, the characters are forgettable and uninteresting, and the villians are the worst in the franchise, but i think overral its an ok game but just not a great pokemon… Expand
  33. LordJazbin
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    The best Pokémon game in the franchise for now. Story is good (the best one for now, with even some little interesting plot twists for the first time), difficulty and level curve is great (and even kinda hard in some parts!), characters are charismatic and less flat than previous generations, music is outstanding (as always), Pokémon designs are great, there are kind of boss battles, realThe best Pokémon game in the franchise for now. Story is good (the best one for now, with even some little interesting plot twists for the first time), difficulty and level curve is great (and even kinda hard in some parts!), characters are charismatic and less flat than previous generations, music is outstanding (as always), Pokémon designs are great, there are kind of boss battles, real side-quest, is a bit innovative for the first time in forever...

    This has to be the best Pokémon game to date. It was definitely the step in the right direction, but then they came with Sword and Shield...    … Expand
  34. Oreun
    Apr 15, 2021
    7
    Decent game that changes the Pokemon formula. Definetely recommended.

    Juego decente que cambia la formula de Pokemon. Recomendado.
  35. jakandjoe
    Apr 14, 2021
    8
    pretty good game i enjoyed it but i wish their was more gym leaders but still great game.
  36. ZeoN
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de la franquicia Pokémon, una banda sonora tremendamente buena, una región original y muchas nuevas criaturas sumadas a una historia madura y completa. Muy recomendado
  37. SnaZzyDotEXE
    Feb 22, 2021
    1
    z moves are really **** the story is **** garbage. the box legendaries are boring. the game is really easy, its not fun, its just boring
  38. ZeroBacon
    Oct 7, 2020
    9
    I think this is a very good Pokemon game. Not as great as some of the other ones, but it’s one of the best ones in years. The removal of gyms is fine, but it has some great music. I think this game’s worth a shot, even if its dead easy.
  39. SuperK27
    Sep 19, 2020
    6
    While the graphics look much better than ever and the characters are great, I see the road for future pokemon games not much promising. I've never liked the concept of mega evolution, which was introduced in X and Y, and the concept of z-moves introduced in this game didn't get me interested either. It is also clear that Game Freak has run out of ideas on creating more unique pokemon asWhile the graphics look much better than ever and the characters are great, I see the road for future pokemon games not much promising. I've never liked the concept of mega evolution, which was introduced in X and Y, and the concept of z-moves introduced in this game didn't get me interested either. It is also clear that Game Freak has run out of ideas on creating more unique pokemon as they have started reskinning the previous pokemon from past gens. Which the battle system is still turn-based and solid, the game has also gone much easier than ever. Pokemon in general needs a difficulty option, for those who want to be challenged as these games become easier and easier.… Expand
  40. shoeless_sean
    Sep 3, 2020
    2
    WAY to many custcenes to start this game. Pokemon is supposed to be about getting thrust into this beautiful interesting world and being left to your own devices to explore as much as you want. The first 3 hours has over an hour of cutscenes and some of them end only for the player to walk 2 steps (i actually have counted several times) and enter another cutscene. The cutscenes have twoWAY to many custcenes to start this game. Pokemon is supposed to be about getting thrust into this beautiful interesting world and being left to your own devices to explore as much as you want. The first 3 hours has over an hour of cutscenes and some of them end only for the player to walk 2 steps (i actually have counted several times) and enter another cutscene. The cutscenes have two ranges aswell: 1 boring, unnecessary story that is not needed or desired, AND 2 unskipable tutorials that didnt need to be explained to 6 year old me but apparently need to be explained in depth now. I get this game is built for children but when red and blue came out i was a little kid and I had lots of friends who played these games as well as myself and we got along just fine.

    Gameplay and battling is actually worse since X&Y because they added in wild pokemon can now call for help meaning if you do not attack first or one shot the wild encounter pokemon you may have to fight several more, because they can call more than just one per battle. Also for some reason most of what the player will random encounter is gen 1 and gen 2 pokemon, and not even the alolan form ones. I saw at least 50 zubats, and 25 spearow in one two hour session at one point. I buy a new game that they could put in over 800 pokemon and 3 out of 5 encounters are from the first 50 of the Kanto Dex? are you kidding?

    Gamefreak apparently forgot what makes pokemon games fun, cuz this game is bad, especially by their standards.    … Expand
  41. TheKingBoysan
    Aug 12, 2020
    0
    Only Pokémon game I can't stand playing, it holds your hand way to much and Rotom Pokédex is so annoying, completed it once and never again which is a shame as every other main series Pokémon games have re play ability.
  42. Howlingwolfjoey
    Jul 28, 2020
    0
    Worst story
    Worst Legends
    Worst villains Worst gameplay No gyms NO CHAMPION??? It's the WORST pokemon game to exist, worst than XY & RSE. It doesn't play like a pokemon game. In fact, it's more like a fan game than anything. Thank god Sword/Shield saved the day and retained the old gameplay than the trash new one. Anyone that liked SM over SwSh are piece of trash that doesn't    Worst story
    Worst Legends
    Worst villains
    Worst gameplay
    No gyms
    NO CHAMPION???

    It's the WORST pokemon game to exist, worst than XY & RSE. It doesn't play like a pokemon game. In fact, it's more like a fan game than anything. Thank god Sword/Shield saved the day and retained the old gameplay than the trash new one. Anyone that liked SM over SwSh are piece of trash that doesn't exist. Matter of fact, they're not real pokemon fans.    … Expand
  43. emilyratesgames
    Jul 20, 2020
    6
    Score: 6
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  44. rubblecoder
    Jul 3, 2020
    0
    I swear this game was written by someone that wanted to annoy and frustrate as many gamers as possible. After beating the game it literally won't let you save for like a hour... wtf?
  45. NazgulzLegacy
    May 20, 2020
    6
    A few irritating moments like not being told which direction to go or details on how things work, had to keep looking things up to make progress.
  46. Jrson
    May 5, 2020
    8
    The character models have been improved from X&Y and ORAS. the new pokemons are great and the Alolan versions are a nice addition. There is a good amount of post game content in the form of catching all of the Ultra Beasts.
  47. zidfrit
    Apr 24, 2020
    8
    Un juego de pokemon que he vuelto a disfrutar de entrenar e ir armando mi equipo para enfrentar los nuevos retos que nos espera en esta nueva región, incluye un nuevo concepto que en lo personal no me agrado, prefiero la vieja escuela, y es la inclusión de misiones en lugar de lideres de GYM, al menos al final juegas una liga pokemon para quedar campeón (ahora entiendo por que Ash ahora siUn juego de pokemon que he vuelto a disfrutar de entrenar e ir armando mi equipo para enfrentar los nuevos retos que nos espera en esta nueva región, incluye un nuevo concepto que en lo personal no me agrado, prefiero la vieja escuela, y es la inclusión de misiones en lugar de lideres de GYM, al menos al final juegas una liga pokemon para quedar campeón (ahora entiendo por que Ash ahora si pudo ganarla)… Expand
  48. PappyBakesCakes
    Apr 5, 2020
    7
    Too much dialogue and exposition. Alolan forms are a great innovation for the series.
  49. Mutty99
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    Wow, what an adventure! This game brought a lot of fresh hair into the Pokémon franchise; interesting story, memorable characters and awesome new features. Still enjoying it nowadays :)
  50. VariaVbux
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    Got the game upon release, very excited since I wasn't invested in Y or Omega Ruby. It truly did not disappoint, the Pokemon, the music, the story, I had a much better time than previous titles. While the game did lag out offline, it wasn't too much of an issue. Easily one of the best 3DS Pokemon titles.
  51. Gloglo23
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    Metacritic should not allow people to review bombing games like this, last week this game had a 8.3 score and now it's just 7.7 because of Sword and Shield haters. STOP.
  52. KegMinami
    Dec 31, 2019
    6
    Pokemon Sun and Moon are... Decent. If you can get through the horrendously slow first few hours of the game.
    The best part of the games were, unquestionably, the totem battles. They added an exciting element to the game, and were actually fairly challenging if you're not prepared. The Island Challenge itself is an interesting alternative to the Gym Challenges, as well. The removal of HMs    Pokemon Sun and Moon are... Decent. If you can get through the horrendously slow first few hours of the game.
    The best part of the games were, unquestionably, the totem battles. They added an exciting element to the game, and were actually fairly challenging if you're not prepared. The Island Challenge itself is an interesting alternative to the Gym Challenges, as well. The removal of HMs in favor of Pokeride was also a plus, and helped make the world feel a lot more alive and interesting. Additionally, introducing regional variants of old Pokemon was one of the best decisions the series could have made.
    So what's the problem? For one, as mentioned, the first few hours are infuriatingly slow. And the rest of the game is littered with sections where characters will just stop you to talk for no reason. Not to mention there's not a lot to do once you've finished the main game. You can catch the Ultra Beasts, challenge the Battle Tree, or go online and that's about it. Additionally, the removal of Triple and Rotation battle styles was a big loss for me, personally. I may have been the only one, but I actually really enjoyed those styles.
    Overall, it's not a bad game, but a flawed one. Stick with US/UM, it's the more complete version.    … Expand
  53. JasonBB
    Nov 20, 2019
    10
    Some people hating on Sword and Shield is coming here to hate this game too. But let's remember and compare Sun and Moon to SWSH.

    Because Sun and Moon is far less hand holdy than Sword and Shield, because the story is the best Pokémon has made so far, because this game allowed you to turn off the exp share and enjoy a good difficulty, because this game had much more postgame, because    Some people hating on Sword and Shield is coming here to hate this game too. But let's remember and compare Sun and Moon to SWSH.

    Because Sun and Moon is far less hand holdy than Sword and Shield, because the story is the best Pokémon has made so far, because this game allowed you to turn off the exp share and enjoy a good difficulty, because this game had much more postgame, because this game had all the Pokémon...

    Well... Sun and Moon are one of the best game of this franchise, let's not forget that. This game is underrated just because is not old enough yet.    … Expand
  54. JellyGamer
    Nov 18, 2019
    4
    I first played Pokemon Blue aged 10 and I've played every game since then. This was the first pokemon game I've ever disliked. I found it a chore to get through this game, which is a shame given the potential it had.

    My biggest qualm with it was the hand-holdy nature. I felt like I couldn't walk a few steps without being accosted by a 5 minute cutscene. I wanted to go on an adventure,    I first played Pokemon Blue aged 10 and I've played every game since then. This was the first pokemon game I've ever disliked. I found it a chore to get through this game, which is a shame given the potential it had.

    My biggest qualm with it was the hand-holdy nature. I felt like I couldn't walk a few steps without being accosted by a 5 minute cutscene. I wanted to go on an adventure, but instead I was led around by every character in the game, forced to go where they wanted me to go and do what they wanted me to do.

    The game is incredibly easy. Every trainer seems to only have one pokemon, so rather than each fight being fun and challenging, it's more of an annoyance.
    Even your rivals and enemies have underwhelming teams. Nothing was ever challenging and after each battle I was told how incredible I was. It all felt very patronising.

    There's a half hour, unskippable cutscene at the end of the game. However, every now and then you're required to press A to keep it going, so you can't even leave it to play out on its own.

    Last but not least, a majority of the pokemon designs just don't feel like pokemon. And I'm someone who's liked most pokemon up until now. The final starter evolutions feel more like character designs than species designs. Incineroar is great as a Smash character, but I can't imagine one in the wild interacting with other creatures.
    As someone who's worked in game design for ten years, it's easy to spot lazy creature design and the failure to keep the creatures looking like they're part of the same world is saddening.
    In the past, pokemon designs were kept consistant by a few variations in eye design and a mostly natural colour palette. Today, every single species seems to have a different type of eye and the colours are all bright and unnatural. That's not to say a design should never have an interesting colour on it or a new eye type, but when every creature is completely different in style, it clangs.
    Also, most pokemon seem to evolve by becoming bipedal now. Some evolve by growing facial hair or wearing human clothes. It feels like the designers have lost sight of the original idea of 'evolution' and stepped more into what they think would look cool.
    That said, almost all of them are good designs, they just don't look like a believable ecosystem of creatures.

    On a positive note, some parts of the game are enjoyable. The photography minigame was fun (if a bit underwhelming) and a lot of the locations were nice. The general storyline was good, even if it was incredibly poorly executed.

    I'd say this game was definitely more bad than 'okay' though. It's one of the worst games I've ever played, not to mention the worst pokemon game. I'm baffled by the good scores it has gotten but to each their own I guess.    … Expand
  55. greninjaX
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    a great pokemon game with a great story, and not a single pokemon had to be cut.
  56. pahono6888
    Nov 16, 2019
    6
    Too much handholding. The routes are too simple. The franchise continues to decline here.
  57. Sonicfan10193YT
    Nov 15, 2019
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A pretty good game overall. But I don't like a few changes they made in comparison to the older games. Gimmicks Like Z-Powers just don't work for me. Graphics were beautiful and The Game Took some nice cues from Hawaii, which was interesting. I didn't like the idea of No gyms. And some of the Cutscenes/storyline were Completely pointless. The new "Alolan Pokemon" were just Bad remakes of the originals, and would generally prefer to NOT find these Pokemon. Music was pretty good. In the end, I would prefer you get a different game than Sun/Moon… Expand
  58. MopOfVirtue
    Nov 14, 2019
    5
    Pokémon Sun was one of my most anticipated releases in the series. Prior to release, it looked fresh and new. There was a new gym system, new formes of beloved Pokémon from past generations, and a new gym system.

    Then, I played it. The game kicked off with an unskippable cutscene and plenty of hand-holding. In fact, my first day with the game was an arduous slog through tutorials in an    Pokémon Sun was one of my most anticipated releases in the series. Prior to release, it looked fresh and new. There was a new gym system, new formes of beloved Pokémon from past generations, and a new gym system.

    Then, I played it.

    The game kicked off with an unskippable cutscene and plenty of hand-holding. In fact, my first day with the game was an arduous slog through tutorials in an attempt to play a Pokémon game. By the time I scraped out the other side, my interest in the game lay flat on the boardwalk of an uninspired town with way too much water and way too little to do.

    The rivals were easy, and the gyms weren't a challenge either. By the time I got to the end, I just wanted it over and done with. I felt this game drain my love for the series. It lacked the charm of older games. The fires of exploration and curiosity were quickly snuffed out by unnecessary hand-holding.

    On the positive side, there were some cool wrestling references, and Team Skull's leader was a solid battle. In fact, he was one of the most interesting characters in the game. The streamlining of HM moves into new abilities meant I could focus on building a formidable party without any weak spots. Even with these improvements, sadly, the positives don't begin to outdo the negatives. First impressions lingered and I felt disengaged for much of my playthrough. As the great Ric Flair, and the professor, both day, "to be the man, you've gotta beat the man." This game was not The Man.

    If I were to put a number on this game, it's about a 5/10.    … Expand
  59. Aquvamaen
    Nov 1, 2019
    8
    As with the other pokemon titles for the 3DS, I think Pokemon Sun and Moon are very underrated games. It was a fresh and new consept, which was very fun for a Pokemon game, Trials istead of gyms, totem pokemon, sos chaining and great new pokemon designs and an overall good story. Like the other 3DS titles there is a lot of handholding, and you`re not as free to explore the region as inAs with the other pokemon titles for the 3DS, I think Pokemon Sun and Moon are very underrated games. It was a fresh and new consept, which was very fun for a Pokemon game, Trials istead of gyms, totem pokemon, sos chaining and great new pokemon designs and an overall good story. Like the other 3DS titles there is a lot of handholding, and you`re not as free to explore the region as in previous games but it`s still a very fun game. It`s what you`d expect from a pokemon game with a twist.… Expand
  60. Bernyz
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Es un cambio drástico en cuanto a los pokemons anteriores, pero es muy bueno
  61. new2dsxl
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Simply put, Sun and Moon are best Pokémon games that Game Freak has ever produced. Poké Pelago, the side quests, the absolutely stunning nature of the presentation, it's all a sheer joy from start to finish. Game Freak hasn't missed a beat and has managed to carefully balance the inclusion of new mechanics without totally ruining things for the most hardcore fans. It's got content comingSimply put, Sun and Moon are best Pokémon games that Game Freak has ever produced. Poké Pelago, the side quests, the absolutely stunning nature of the presentation, it's all a sheer joy from start to finish. Game Freak hasn't missed a beat and has managed to carefully balance the inclusion of new mechanics without totally ruining things for the most hardcore fans. It's got content coming out of its ears, a much more interesting story, and rewards exploration in a way no other title in the series has. Whether you're a Pokémon fan new or old, this is an absolutely essential purchase.… Expand
  62. Zankyouo
    Sep 4, 2019
    4
    Este juego es un jodido chiste andante. Es tan fácil hasta el punto que aburre, regalandote pokémon muy fuertes con piedras para que los evoluciones, muchos objetos, un repartir de experiencia que es un chiste y unos ataques llamados ataques Z que literalmente destrozan. Cuál es el punto de jugar este juego con un gameplay decepcionante si la historia es aún pero? No le veo motivosEste juego es un jodido chiste andante. Es tan fácil hasta el punto que aburre, regalandote pokémon muy fuertes con piedras para que los evoluciones, muchos objetos, un repartir de experiencia que es un chiste y unos ataques llamados ataques Z que literalmente destrozan. Cuál es el punto de jugar este juego con un gameplay decepcionante si la historia es aún pero? No le veo motivos siquiera de existir, es el peor asqueroso intento de hacer volver a la gente a esta saga.… Expand
  63. Shulknoblade
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    Best Pokémon game so far, this is for me the best entry Game Freak has made for the franchise in 20 years. It's amazing to see how FINALLY they innovated a bit and tried to change the formula, I know it doesn't change a lot, but change the necessary and it feels so fresh. Hope Sword and Shield do something similar and tries new things too.

    Pokémon Sun and Moon also has the BEST STORY in    Best Pokémon game so far, this is for me the best entry Game Freak has made for the franchise in 20 years. It's amazing to see how FINALLY they innovated a bit and tried to change the formula, I know it doesn't change a lot, but change the necessary and it feels so fresh. Hope Sword and Shield do something similar and tries new things too.

    Pokémon Sun and Moon also has the BEST STORY in a Pokémon game ever. Black and White had good ideas, sometimes poorly executed, but Sun and Moon worked so well, developed the characters and even made some plot twists. The relationship between characters, background stories and family bonds is the best we saw in a Pokémon game so far, the mixing of every single topic the franchise has touched was excellent!

    And we can't forget about the difficulty, USUM made it harder, but Sun & Moon has some challenges with Totem Pokémon and a great Pokémon League, and well, we have even the Battle Tree, as the biggest postgame challenge we had since Emerald. Pokémon designs were excellent in this generation too!

    As I said, this is for me the best Pokémon game to date!    … Expand
  64. NicoMarza
    Jul 6, 2019
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. gioco ambizioso, ma a volte frettoloso. Gameplay soddisfacente e belle innovazioni rispetto ai precedenti. Storia un po deludente e post-game banale. Gioco comunque carino da provare...sicuro ce di meglio.… Expand
  65. ShawnEXE
    May 3, 2019
    8
    Music: 4/5
    Game Play: 3.5/5
    Graphics: 4/5
    Story: 4/5
    Time-Value: 5/5
    Overall: 4.0/5
  66. westfam4190
    Apr 22, 2019
    10
    First Pokemon game I ever played. Amazing is all I have to say. I feel that Nintendo hit it out of the park with this one.
  67. iMustang
    Mar 26, 2019
    8
    I have to say prior to playing this game, I pretty much expected the worst generation since Diamond and Pearl. Alolan Forms did not look good to me, I wasn't impressed by Z-Attacks, and overall I thought they were changing a formula that wasn't broken to begin with. Well... Those changes actually made for one of the most unique and best games. I ended up loving the trials and theirI have to say prior to playing this game, I pretty much expected the worst generation since Diamond and Pearl. Alolan Forms did not look good to me, I wasn't impressed by Z-Attacks, and overall I thought they were changing a formula that wasn't broken to begin with. Well... Those changes actually made for one of the most unique and best games. I ended up loving the trials and their captains, and the way all of their traditions worked so uniquely in this region. Some of the Alolan Forms were cute and made sense, and I ended up falling in love with Z-Moves. The story was also really enjoyable and had a lot of interesting characters you always wanted to know more about, especially Lillie. It was far from perfect, what with the awful call for help mechanic, some awkward evolutions, and the game taking a very lazy approach towards trials by the 4th island (which was a shame since they were the coolest part of the game in my opinion). But something doesn't have to be perfect to still be good.… Expand
  68. cool_dork
    Feb 3, 2019
    4
    This was the only Pokemon game that I did not finish. It was incredibly boring. It lacked any sort of a story, even for Pokemon. The Pokemon in this game also felt uninspired. Also, Z moves felt slightly pointless due to the fact that there are already mega evolutions. I did like the Alolan versions of old Pokemon, but besides that this game was by far the worst Pokemon.
  69. KrimsonKatt
    Dec 30, 2018
    8
    This is by far the best 3DS Pokemon game. Amazing graphics for 3DS standards, best story since the original Black and White, extremely solid gameplay with some decently challenging story battles, a modest amount of legendaries, (8 of them) and game changing quality of life changes in comparison to XY and ORAS, not to mention the 60 or so new Pokemon, the removal of obnoxious HMs, fasterThis is by far the best 3DS Pokemon game. Amazing graphics for 3DS standards, best story since the original Black and White, extremely solid gameplay with some decently challenging story battles, a modest amount of legendaries, (8 of them) and game changing quality of life changes in comparison to XY and ORAS, not to mention the 60 or so new Pokemon, the removal of obnoxious HMs, faster movement speed, streamlined breeding and EV training, infinite leveling exploit, super training to max IVs for rare items, (who's collection of can be easily cheesed) and simpler ways to get shines in comparison to XY and ORAS. The only bad things I can say is the very long and slow tutorial, there being no national pokedex, and the battle tree just being another reskin of the awful battle tower from Emerald.… Expand
  70. EdwardG
    Dec 3, 2018
    8
    Pokémon Sun shakes the classic Pokémon formula up with new quality of life improvements as well as through the overall theme of the game. Alola is a unique region in that it is split up over four main islands and that it takes inspiration from Hawaii. This is reflected in the great music, designs of the equally great new Pokémon, the likeable cast of characters and even the battlePokémon Sun shakes the classic Pokémon formula up with new quality of life improvements as well as through the overall theme of the game. Alola is a unique region in that it is split up over four main islands and that it takes inspiration from Hawaii. This is reflected in the great music, designs of the equally great new Pokémon, the likeable cast of characters and even the battle interface.

    Catching Pokémon is as fun as it's ever been, and catching them all is a fun challenge. As there are now over 700 Pokémon, there are countless cool and interesting designs. As for the postgame, you can catch and raise more Pokémon, trade and battle online, and there are also a few cool moments after the main story is over. However, after you're done with the story, which I enjoyed thanks to the characters as well as the decent plot, there isn't loads to keep you playing, especially if you tire of the grind of finding, catching and raising new Pokémon. In particular, finding, breeding and raising battle-ready Pokémon (including hidden abilities, natures, IVs and more) for the online side of the game can be a little overwhelming but it is completely optional and is there for people who want a deeper experience.

    On the whole, Pokémon Sun is another great entry into the series with enough new and exciting additions to set it apart from the rest of the games.    … Expand
  71. W-Lights
    Dec 2, 2018
    9
    The most ambitious pokemon game ever made: every risk they could take with the formula was taken yet: 1- almost all worked and paid off and 2- still feels like playing a pokemon game from start to finish. You have the best story with amazing themes (like the context of tradition and progress) a region that feels like a real world country with background that makes sense, characters withThe most ambitious pokemon game ever made: every risk they could take with the formula was taken yet: 1- almost all worked and paid off and 2- still feels like playing a pokemon game from start to finish. You have the best story with amazing themes (like the context of tradition and progress) a region that feels like a real world country with background that makes sense, characters with layers from both good and bad side, a new system instead of just more gyms just for the sake of it, a heartwarming conclusion, and smart ideas that honestly should be implemented 20 years ago.… Expand
  72. BrawlMetaKnight
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    By far the best installment int the main series. It did change up a lot of the formula like the bike for ride pokemon, gyms and gym badges for trials and Z-Crystals, and probably a lot more that I forgot. The graphics got better and the soundtrack is the second best imo in the Pokemon series, next to the og Mystery Dungeon.
  73. FranciscoM
    Nov 23, 2018
    9
    A vibrant region, customization of your character, cool new Pokemon added and a near perfect game, apart from some minor issues with frame rates.
  74. smf-smf
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    - best story in the series
    - z-moves were a good idea
    - Alola has many interesting quests and the trials were way more interesting than gyms, specially the idea of a totem boss with buffs and aides
  75. zeffsrightleg
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Such a good story and so many new things added, it felt like a long time coming for this adorable game, specially loved the whole idea of ultra beasts
  76. Akatito
    Nov 2, 2018
    8
    Este análisis lo hago con mucha ilusión ya que pokémon es una saga legendaria para todos aquellos niños que crecieron con ella en su día y que hoy por hoy siguen creciendo con estos juegos. Voy a decir que me ha parecido, de la manera mas especial posible...

    Hacía ya 10 años que no jugaba un pokémon, el último que jugué fue pokemon perla allá por el 2007-2008 y ahora este Pokemon sol    Este análisis lo hago con mucha ilusión ya que pokémon es una saga legendaria para todos aquellos niños que crecieron con ella en su día y que hoy por hoy siguen creciendo con estos juegos. Voy a decir que me ha parecido, de la manera mas especial posible...

    Hacía ya 10 años que no jugaba un pokémon, el último que jugué fue pokemon perla allá por el 2007-2008 y ahora este Pokemon sol que salió hace uno o dos añitos lo he jugado en 2018. Tenía mucha curiosidad por ver como había avanzado la saga ya que la había perdido muchísimo de vista. Antes de jugar pokemon sol sabía que en anteriores entregas ya estaban cambiando la perspectiva de la cámara, los gráficos, obviamente los mapas, pokemons y los legendarios. A si que pensé: Joder, voy a jugarme el ultimo pokemon de todos para ver la evolución que lleva esto a día de hoy.

    El inicio es como cualquier otro juego de pokémon, te sientes super bien recibido a esta nueva entrega ya que todo se maneja con la misma facilidad que siempre, te explican todo a la perfección para que tengas la edad que tengas no te pierdas nada de lo que debes aprender para jugar.

    Hay muchas cosas que se coservan en este pokémon y que son míticas de la saga, como elegir el pokémon entre los tres elementos principales, el compañero/rival que te acompañará durante todo el juego, los gimnasios (Aunque ahora no son gimnasios, son una especie de pruebas) y en vez de medallas son unos cristales, pero para el caso viene a ser lo mismo. Las mecánicas también son muy parecidas, incluso me atrevo a decir que las han mejorado.

    Sin duda de las cosas que mas me han gustado de Pokemon sol ha sido precisamente eso, esa cualidad de hacerte sentir como en casa, esa manera de decirte "Estas en el pokemon de tu infancia, pero con las novedades y mejoras de un pokemon actual" Es decir lo que viene a ser el "Mas y mejor" de toda la vida.

    Pero todo esto también tiene su lado malo. Como ya he dicho arriba... Pokemon te explica todo a la perfección, para que cualquier persona de cualquier edad pueda entender todo y jugarlo igual de cómodo y de bien que tú. ¿Que pasa? Que si tienes 20 años como es mi caso esto se hace un poco pesado, es decir... Para un chaval de entre 8-13 años puede ser muy bueno esto que estoy comentando, pero para la gente de 15-16 en adelante es un estorbo. Esto de que te expliquen todo al dedillo como si fueras tonto se hace muy cansino ¿Es necesario?

    La historia del juego es la misma, la típica de siempre, no esta mal... No es que sea una historia muy profunda ni que toque temas fuertes ni que te pretenda enseñar nada pero bueno, esta bien, sobretodo para los niños (Again).

    La jugabilidad sigue siendo la misma aunque han añadido algunas cosas bastante molonas como los ataques especiales que son como un "Ataque final" al uso. También han mejorado las animaciones de algunos ataques, son realmente espectaculares para ser de pokémon. Pero de nuevo esperaba algún que otro cambio, si que es cierto que aquí no creo que el problema sea la edad del público de pokemon, aquí creo que simplemente les ha dado pereza cambiar el sistema de combate de toda la vida y han tirado con el, de nuevo

    Entonces es una mezcla de sentimientos que me mata por dentro queridos amigos... Por un lado me ha gustado mucho ya que tenía completamente olvidada a la saga, pero por otro lado es que hay tantas cosas que me flaquean que me duele incluso decirlas, pero es que las tenía que soltar.

    Pero por supuesto a pesar de estos pequeños detalles de quisquilloso mental, el juego es super disfrutable, y la verdad es que la idea de Alola es bastante buena, diría que una de las mejores de todos los juegos que llevan hasta la fecha, ese estilo "Tropical" estilo Hawai, la ropa que visten los aldeanos, los pokemons con formas especiales de Alola, el tema de las distintas islas, no sé. La verdad es que la idea en si esta bastante guay y para un juego de pokemon admito que es un enfoque bastante chulo, aunque como ya he dicho sigo opinando que esta mal aprovechada y podían haberle dado mucha mas caña.

    También me ha fastidiado bastante el hecho de ir jugando al juego y ir viendo los mismos pokemons que ya conocía... Y es como: WTF, llevo 10 años sin jugar a un pokemon y conozco al 70% de los pokemons que me están apareciendo, eso es mala señal, indica que han metido muy pero que muy poquitos en esta nueva entrega, a si que lo comprobé y efectivamente es de las entregas que menos pokemon nuevos han implementado, practicamente el 60-70% de los que hay en el juego son de otras entregas y eso es una mierda.

    Estoy seguro, pero muy que muy seguro, de que los chavales que jueguen a Pokemon sol hoy en día sentirán lo mismo que yo sentía cuando jugaba los pokemon de años anteriores, esa "Magía" y por eso le doy esta nota buena, porque objetivamente pokemon siempre será pokemon.    … Expand
  77. Dsros96
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    Best Pokémon game ever. Best graphics, innovation and a challenging story mode. The trials were a nice way to do something new but the gyms were better. The new Pokmeon designs are beautiful.
  78. Yorkishimitsu
    Oct 1, 2018
    10
    Incredible, good story, the kind I expected from other jrpgs but for pokemon was a first as previous games never got there. Gameplay dynamic and full of places to discover, quests to figure out and pokemon to find, anything that other pokemon games did, was done again as well or better here.
    Fully recomend playing it to the very end, it has some unforgettable bits
  79. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    8
    I would call this game, one of the most anticipated games of the year. At least for me, this was one game that I was very excited about. I was a huge fan of Pokemon X/Y and although ORAS (Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire) weren’t as enjoyable as X/Y, ORAS are still great games.

    In what Nintendo would probably describe as a P.R. disaster, a few weeks before the game came out, all the new    I would call this game, one of the most anticipated games of the year. At least for me, this was one game that I was very excited about. I was a huge fan of Pokemon X/Y and although ORAS (Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire) weren’t as enjoyable as X/Y, ORAS are still great games.

    In what Nintendo would probably describe as a P.R. disaster, a few weeks before the game came out, all the new Pokemon were revealed. But what started out as potential disaster ended up helping out Nintendo because this was the best selling Pokemon game ever made. Clearly people saw the Pokemon and had to get this game to have the New Pokemon on their team.

    It wasn’t just new Pokemon though, Game Freak (The developers of Pokemon) took old generation 1 Pokemon and put a fun spin on them all. Take Ninetales from the picture to the left here. Up until this point, Ninetales was a Fire type but in Pokemon franchise, he/she gets a new typing and a new look. Lets be realistic here, I think it looks a lot better. So if the new Pokemon didn’t bring enough hype to the game, the new Alolan Versions of old Pokemon certainly did.

    The game starts out a little bit different than most other Pokemon games. For example in the first Pokemon games, you get to pick your starter within the first 5 minutes of the game. This its take quite a bit longer and although I don’t know the exact time, it felt like it was a good half hour before you can even pick your first Pokemon.

    Picking the starter wasn’t too much of a hard decision for me. I had given it a lot of thought before hand. I came to the decision that I was going to pick Rowlet, a couple weeks before the game even came out. Some of you may be wondering why and the simple reason is because I really like the Owl design of Decidueye. I also took it a step further and looked into the three starters stats and move list. The fact that Decidueye could learn Brave Bird, Spirit Tackle, Leaf Blade, Sucker Punch and if I wanted to he could also learn False Swipe. This is the first time where I actually preferred the grass type over the other two. This is just my own personal opinion but I think Decidueye is the best grass starter in the history of the Pokemon franchise.

    The rest of my team, ended up filling out as the game progressed through the story. A lot like my starter, I looked at the leaked Pokemon list and really made tentative plans of what my team was going to look like. That did play out the way I wanted it to and ended up only keeping half of my original team. Normally in Pokemon games, I build a team early on and play the game with that team. This was the first time in a Pokemon game that I just kept tinkering with my team, trying to find a good chemistry with all my Pokemon. Finally, I did settle on the team that is just below this post.

    Datrix/Salazzle/Mudsdale/Toucannon/Alolan Ninetales/Alolan Golem

    Getting back on track and talking about the game itself, I felt like the game took a long time to actually get going. There was a very long tutorial that ended up taking at least an hour and half (if not closer to 2 hours).

    I don’t want to spoil the story for anyone who hasn’t had a chance to pick to up the game yet. I’m not going into specific details about the story but I do want to talk about my opinion of the story. Personally, I did not like the story. With that being said, I know I am in the vast minority and most people think that this is the best Pokemon story created. Before I go into why I didn’t like the story, I do want to give out a shout out to Game Freak for focusing more on the Narrative rather than just the gameplay.

    The Game’s length is probably somewhere between 20 and 30 hours. I know it sounds like a wide margin but it all depends on if you take the time, explore and try to catch all the Pokemon as you can. Personally, it took me about 25 hours to play through the game and it just felt like a long time for me. A big reason for that are the very long and unskippable cutscenes. I feel like there are at least 5 hours of unskippable and not very interesting cutscenes. This really slowed the game down for me and made the game feel like it was poorly paced.    … Expand
  80. QuacksonjaMeme
    Aug 29, 2018
    8
    Sun and Moon are really great and fun games. Ive spent more then 100 hours in Pokemon Sun and i have enjoined every second of my playtrough. A lot of new content and Pokemon were added. Definitely worth the price.

    8/10
  81. Eduppzzs
    Aug 23, 2018
    10
    Best games + best story + best characters. Masterpiece Id say and I don't say it to any game, specially not any pokemon.
  82. Bald_Strikes
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    The 3DS brought many great gems to the pokemon series so when I say Pokemon Sun, alongside the Moon version are the second best game pair in this whole game series, only second to it's bettered Ultra versions, its with heavy-hitter competition. I'm a fan since Pokemon Red and Blue came out in the U.S. in the late 90s but even after so long and having played all games I keep the assertionThe 3DS brought many great gems to the pokemon series so when I say Pokemon Sun, alongside the Moon version are the second best game pair in this whole game series, only second to it's bettered Ultra versions, its with heavy-hitter competition. I'm a fan since Pokemon Red and Blue came out in the U.S. in the late 90s but even after so long and having played all games I keep the assertion above: I was shocked with how much of a breath of fresh air this pair brought to the franchise. From replacing the gyms with a new boss system to new concepts like the rides, playing them feels like a mix of discovering so much new mixed with the prime pokemon trainer experience, not only many changes happened: They WORKED and they MATTERED which is something rare to say for games that change so much on old formulas.

    The side content is some of the best the series ever had, the hunt for Zygarde cells, Pokepelago, Refresh, etc, you feel like the pokemon is your pal instead of just a sprite in the team screen

    It has the best characters and best and most interesting story in the series, I'm yet to find a single pokemon fan who haven't gushed about how interesting and engaging the plot surrounding your journey was this time. Also decent pacing throughout your journey as to let you explore each section as the trials come by. The story actually managing to pull iconic and emotional moments like I've never seen in the series. And don't let the bright tropical looks and colorful people full of personality trick you: the story can get dark at points, with uncharted themes to pokemon

    The designs of new pokemon were ALL unique. You can feel a higher focus in creativity in each new pokemon, with ideas that feel iconic yet unexpected, including the regional forms, which bring new life to old pokemon like Raichu by putting them into new concepts based on how they'd adapt into a tropical setting.

    Team Skull is the best "evil team" pokemon has had and will be remembered fondly 20 years from now as one of the highest points in the series (but I can say that about a lot of things Alola region brought us)

    Z-Crystals are a neat way to make a weaker mon stay relevant, while working to all pokemon and having special effects if you combine it with effect/status moves. Speaking of the Meta, it's really well balanced in recent years, making going online a joy.

    All accounted, don't let online trolls who diss nintendo games everywhere convince you otherwise: It is a Must to play this game or the Ultras if you enjoy pokemon, as any longtime fan (of which many I have befriended by playing it with) this game with in recent months will most certainly tell you, this pair and its follow up are love letters to any pokemon fan, from the pleasure that it is to make runs in it, to how easy it is to breed, trains and battle online, to the beautiful and interesting places to explore, to even multiple references and old characters from every gen coming back.    … Expand
  83. DRAKEDRAKSDREKE
    Jul 9, 2018
    10
    Replayed and finished S/M a couple times and it keeps feeling great every time, even after this long. As a long-time pokemon fan who played all games, this is one of the best ones in the franchise, no contest. Great region, story, and trials were way better than gyms in every way. If this is the way the series goes forward, we're in for a golden age of pokemon.
  84. Diegochocho
    Jul 6, 2018
    9
    El modelos de los personajes lo hicieron mas reales, la música muy buena, tiene el mejor equipo villano de toda la saga en mi opinión, y la historia es buena.
  85. lamedonyx
    May 23, 2018
    10
    Good looking 3d and is what many would argue the best pokemon game in the franchise by far.
    Looking back no wonder me and all my friend would get so hooked up playing with each other compared to other multiplayer games, as it's filled with qualities.
  86. NarukamiyU
    May 21, 2018
    10
    The most captivating games I've ever played, couldn't stop it till I had finished, then I went with Moon for a nuzlocke run and it was equally good.
  87. MegaKyuremFlame
    May 20, 2018
    10
    It's been enough time for the reviews to this game to be fair and balanced and as such I gotta say: this is the best generation in the series and would be the games if not for its enhanced versions existing. Alolan Forms, the massive revolution that is was finally replacing gyms and hms... not to mention z-moves, both fun to look at while also balanced and helpful to the metagame in a wayIt's been enough time for the reviews to this game to be fair and balanced and as such I gotta say: this is the best generation in the series and would be the games if not for its enhanced versions existing. Alolan Forms, the massive revolution that is was finally replacing gyms and hms... not to mention z-moves, both fun to look at while also balanced and helpful to the metagame in a way you'd never expect such additions to be. I truly loved those games as a pokemon fan and a player.… Expand
  88. PrimeLightining
    May 13, 2018
    10
    gen 7 was the best gen (BY FAR even). Obsolete mechanics like Hms and gyms that dragged down the series were finally replaced by new ideas, many aspects of the series were revolutionized while still keeping the heart of the series and everything that makes pokemon what it is.
  89. Kazekage
    May 9, 2018
    10
    Pokemon and characters full of personality, in fact the characters are all very memmorable this time, they also all play roles in the story instead of staying there like gym leaders used to, this gen was amazing.
  90. mrcnx
    May 6, 2018
    8
    Great game with excellent new features and it offers a bit of a shakeup for the series. Sadly thoit's not as addicting as the previous titles. Overall a great experience
  91. shang-chi_VG
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    A decade from now this game will probably be remembered as a classic: the musical track has some great catchy stuff that you can hear without tiring, the story is unforgetable, same with almost every character you meet along the way. Almost every new pokemon had something unique about it, not to mention the regional forms. Rides were a blessing that saved us from hms, not to mention it'sA decade from now this game will probably be remembered as a classic: the musical track has some great catchy stuff that you can hear without tiring, the story is unforgetable, same with almost every character you meet along the way. Almost every new pokemon had something unique about it, not to mention the regional forms. Rides were a blessing that saved us from hms, not to mention it's the first time I could train my pokemon "IVs" instead of having to breed good ones.… Expand
  92. chavelucre
    Apr 27, 2018
    10
    Excelente jogo, região interessantíssima, cheio de adições e reformulações para as formulas da serie que deixam esse jogo com uma sensação de algo novo e fresco. Também tem a melhor narrativa da serie, mas mantendo os elementos viciantes de capturar e treinar pokemon
  93. FlaffyJasmine
    Apr 22, 2018
    10
    Story - Very Good
    Online - All right
    Music - The best in pokemon
    Region - Fun
    Z-Moves - Fun
    To me it deserves a 10
  94. Kick454
    Apr 20, 2018
    5
    Honestly, even though it changed some of the generic, overused stuff Pokemon had, it wasn't really that good of a game in my opinion.

    Pros: + Story: ...Better than USUM's messup, but NOWHERE near the best story in any game. + Lack of a National Dex: As said in my Ultra Sun review, THANK GOODNESS IT'S GONE! + Post-Game: Despite being COMPLETELY unoriginal (XY post-game had the    Honestly, even though it changed some of the generic, overused stuff Pokemon had, it wasn't really that good of a game in my opinion.

    Pros:
    + Story: ...Better than USUM's messup, but NOWHERE near the best story in any game.
    + Lack of a National Dex: As said in my Ultra Sun review, THANK GOODNESS IT'S GONE!
    + Post-Game: Despite being COMPLETELY unoriginal (XY post-game had the detective stuff first), it was still good.

    Mix:
    = Gameplay: Meh... same as EVERY OTHER MAIN SERIES POKEMON GAME.
    = Soundtrack: It's ok, I guess.

    Cons:
    - Trials: Boring, barely require any effort.
    - Graphics: I know Nintendo isn't about graphics, but for even 2016, they sucked.

    Overall, Pokemon Sun/Moon warrant a 5.5/10 from me. Not the best Pokemon games, but not the worst.    … Expand
  95. KramR
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    Llevo jugando a Pokémon desde Rojo y Azul. No me lo esperaba para nada, buena jugabilidad, la mejor curva de dificultad de cualquier juego de la saga, la mejor historia, los mejores personajes, la mejor ambientación. Es simplemente, el mejor juego de Pokémon.

    Mi historia favorita era la de "Pokémon Blanco y Negro", pero esta la ha superado con creces, profundizando bastante en    Llevo jugando a Pokémon desde Rojo y Azul. No me lo esperaba para nada, buena jugabilidad, la mejor curva de dificultad de cualquier juego de la saga, la mejor historia, los mejores personajes, la mejor ambientación. Es simplemente, el mejor juego de Pokémon.

    Mi historia favorita era la de "Pokémon Blanco y Negro", pero esta la ha superado con creces, profundizando bastante en personajes mucho más tridimensionales y con giros argumentales ¡GIROS! ¿Quién habría esperado giros argumentales en un juego de Pokémon? Sí, pueden ser más o menos predecibles, pero alguno te lo acabas comiendo, y yo, que he jugado sin saber absolutamente nada de los juegos me he quedado flipando. El final es maravilloso incluso fuera de Pokémon y el mensaje de los créditos casi me emociona y todo, es un mensaje de la desarrolladora al jugador y eso es magnífico. Además es un plus que la historia esté relacionada con la alquimia.

    La dificultad me ha sorprendido mucho, si bien no pensaba activar el repartir experiencia, he tenido que acabar usándolo. Wishiwashi, Mimikyu, Lurantis y la última Kahuna, me han destrozado al equipo entero en más de una ocasión. Jamás me habían derrotado en un juego de Pokémon durante la trama principal desde que era pequeño y no sabía muy bien como iban los juegos. La estrategia que usan los NPC está MUY mejorada y eso hace que este sea de los juegos de Pokémon más inteligentes de la saga, si no el que más. Sigue sin ser un reto, pero es más difícil que la mayoría del resto de ediciones. La liga Pokémon me costó, y llevaba sin costarme una liga desde "Diamante y Perla".

    Los personajes son fantásticos y EVOLUCIONAN. El único personaje que evolucionó un poco hasta la fecha en la saga fue "N" o "Azul", ambos con una pequeña frase al final del juego, aquí evoluciona Lylia, Gladio, Guzmán, Tilo... Es sorprendente la mejora en cuanto a trama que ha pegado Game Freak con estas ediciones. Y lo mejor es que hasta personajes secundarios como Denio, Hela, Zarala... ¡Tienen una profundidad!

    La región, es cierto que no es de las más grandes, pero tampoco es pequeña, es mediana. Y es preciosa, si para mi Kalos fue la más bonita, esta la ha superado con creces. Súper bien ambientada. Da gusto explorar cada rincón. Y los gráficos son preciosos.

    Lo que innovan estos juegos me ha hecho decir: ¡POR FIN! Game Freak jamás ha innovado por miedo y nos vendió "Blanco y Negro" y "X e Y" como "innovadores" pero ninguno innovó nada, en todo caso "X e Y" con la megaevolución, que rompía el juego y lo hacía exageradamente fácil. En "Sol y Luna" la megaevolución queda para el postgame (acertadísima decisión), nos han introducido los Movimientos Z, que son bastante últiles e interesantes y no destrozan el juego, quitan los gimnasios para introducir las pruebas que son una especie de sistema de "jefes" que acerca Pokémon a un RPG más convencional y hace que funcione mucho más como RPG. Quitar las MO's, al fin. El recorrido, los kahuna, el Poké Resort para no sentirte tan mal al dejar Pokémon en el PC. Brutal.

    Las únicas pegas que le veo son: La complicación de conectarse con un amigo por la "Festiplaza" y la caída de FPS en combates dobles, pero bueno, esto último tiene más que ver con la potencia de la consola.

    El resto es fantástico. 10/10, mi juego favorito de Pokémon hasta la fecha sin duda, me he quedado alucinado. El mejor de la saga con diferencia, quien diga lo contrario, le puede la nostalgia o no acepta el cambio. Pero esto, es un cambio a mejor.    … Expand
  96. Tony44
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    This was a very beautiful surprise. After the boring and easy XY and ORAS. We can find by far the best Pokémon of all time.
    -Best story of the franchise (Black and White is close to it, but is less worked and interesting)
    -Best Pokémon designs -Great difficulty, introducing great AI and bosses. The first Pokémon that can get hard. -Best region, at least the most beautiful but not the    This was a very beautiful surprise. After the boring and easy XY and ORAS. We can find by far the best Pokémon of all time.
    -Best story of the franchise (Black and White is close to it, but is less worked and interesting)
    -Best Pokémon designs
    -Great difficulty, introducing great AI and bosses. The first Pokémon that can get hard.
    -Best region, at least the most beautiful but not the biggest.
    -Best characters, even secondary ones.
    -Best additions. THE FIRST POKÉMON THAT REALLY ADDS SOMETHING NEW. And it feels really fresh and works. It's just good, just what Pokémon needed.
    -Good Postgame, not the best, but it is really good for a original version.
    -BEST ending. The ending was just perfect.

    For me, the best Pokémon game until now. I really loved the changes, Z-Moves and regional variants are welcome. I was hoping Pokémon to change since Black and White, which went saying "the revolution of Pokémon" and it was just more of the same. THIS is what Pokémon needed. And with a great main story and difficulty curve.

    Loved it.    … Expand
  97. POK95
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    For me, THE BEST Pokémon game so far. Before this game, it was "Black and White", but "Sun and Moon" have blessed me with the best story of any Pokémon game, best desings, region, characters...

    It's maybe hard to some people to decide which story is better between "Black and White" and "Sun and Moon", but, i really loved BW story, it has an interesting theme but it gets so simple, going    For me, THE BEST Pokémon game so far. Before this game, it was "Black and White", but "Sun and Moon" have blessed me with the best story of any Pokémon game, best desings, region, characters...

    It's maybe hard to some people to decide which story is better between "Black and White" and "Sun and Moon", but, i really loved BW story, it has an interesting theme but it gets so simple, going really nowhere, remaining as an idea without decent exploitation. BW had great potential, which was wasted. But SM it's completely different. Yeah, the story still not being so good outside Pokémon, but inside it... It's just the best. Great characters surprisingly great worked, deep story that goes beyond any other game from the franchise has ever gone, sometimes it gets really dark for a game intended for children, and a amazing and nostalgic ending. The story can be a little slower at the beginning, and its also full of plot twists that sometimes can be predicted, but it really doesn't mind, story works and it gets more and more interesting. The best part are the characters, and i'm not just talking about Lillie, Gladion, Lusamine, Hau, Guzma or Kukui that general people will love, i'm also talking about the secondary characters with great background stories that just surprised me a lot.

    I think this games also improved Pokémon difficulty, i mean, Pokémon has always been easy and "Sun and Moon" aren't different. But this time, they improved the difficulty curve a lot, and they have included bosses that can make you pass through hard times. It's a perfect game to new players but also for old players like me (i've been following the franchise since Red and Blue).

    It also improves metagame and adds great innovations, this game has changed the franchise more than any other, with difference. Trials are really good, fresh and the bosses are just a great addition, but... Sometimes it gets too easy to get to the boss, that's the only bad thing that I find in trials, and it's not annoying either, because the journey through the trial is usually fun.

    Music, as always, it's just perfect. This games has many great and catchy themes. And desings, for me are the best, the addition of Ultra Beast seems really interesting such as Z moves. Regional variants is such a awesome idea.

    The region its the MOST beautiful until now. And its great to explore it. I just loved this games, and after XY that i thought everything was lost, this have recovered hope. I would love to see a great story such as SM's in the new Nintendo Switch games. And I would love they to follow this line, just improving a bit the player's freedom to walk through the region.

    Postgame its great for a first version, much more than XY, and Red and Blue comeback its amazing.

    For me, the BEST POKÉMON GAME ever made. It really works, it brights just as the sun.    … Expand
  98. stollosoup91
    Mar 18, 2018
    10
    Best pokemon in years:
    -an immersive story full of twists like I never expected from pokemon,
    -the new pokemon are mostly creative and cool, specially the ultra beasts, a new kind of pokemon that are unique and just straight up awesome in how they add up to the pokemon world -The trials, that replaced the gyms, are both harder, more unique and way more refined as challenges.    Best pokemon in years:
    -an immersive story full of twists like I never expected from pokemon,

    -the new pokemon are mostly creative and cool, specially the ultra beasts, a new kind of pokemon that are unique and just straight up awesome in how they add up to the pokemon world

    -The trials, that replaced the gyms, are both harder, more unique and way more refined as challenges.

    -zmoves really helped me make good use of weaker pokemon I avoided using in past games

    I wasn't playing pokemon games ever since black 2 came out, so when a group of friends kept recommending this to me I went with high expectations but and I was still blown away by it.    … Expand
  99. Sressiv
    Mar 5, 2018
    7
    A fresh new entry in the series, with lots of nice tweaks and tons of changes from previous entries. So much has changed, but in a good way. The islands are nice, and graphically everything is more advanced. Things have been made less tedious. I had fun building a party with the new generation of Pokémon, even though there were less than I expected, and they're all great! Pokémon hasA fresh new entry in the series, with lots of nice tweaks and tons of changes from previous entries. So much has changed, but in a good way. The islands are nice, and graphically everything is more advanced. Things have been made less tedious. I had fun building a party with the new generation of Pokémon, even though there were less than I expected, and they're all great! Pokémon has gotten a huge twist, it's an all new experience, but still Pokémon.… Expand
  100. LawsofLeftover
    Mar 3, 2018
    10
    The best writing the franchise has ever had + the best characters + best music tracks + the best evil team in Team Skull, which is better than all other teams together + overall really good batch of newer pokemon
    I give it a 10/10 and recommend it as a longtime fan of the series
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 85 out of 87
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 87
  3. Negative: 0 out of 87
  1. Vooks
    Apr 8, 2017
    100
    Pokémon Sun and Moon make terrific changes the twenty-year-old formula, allowing new fans and returning ones back into the series with a wonderful lively and colourful world. It's just a little too easy for us who have been here from the start - but it's easy to forgot that when you're having such a blast.
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  2. Easy Allies
    Mar 19, 2017
    90
    If you’re a newcomer to the series, this is an excellent opportunity to learn the fundamentals in a laid-back setting. If you’re a pro, you’ll relish the new options in place for making your Pokémon all they can be. Sun & Moon is a Pokémon vacation we’d gladly take again.
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  3. Vgames
    Mar 8, 2017
    90
    These games exceeded my expectations by a mile. Pokemon Sun and Moon are games that every Pokemon fan and every 3DS owner needs to own. Nintendo and Gamefreak did an awesome job creating a great story and the changes they made for the format make the game feel fresh and exciting more so than ever before. The game has its minor issues like the end game and some performance issues on Old 3DS models but the soundtrack, the story and the new features more than make up for it, to make an unforgettable experience.
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