Pokemon Sun

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  1. SSJSSKuririn
    Feb 24, 2018
    10
    Not only the pokemon game with the greatest story, but also the best for pro-players, as the training, capture and SPECIALLY breeding of pokemon is easier than ever. It's also the most revolutionary generation that changed the most of the pokemon patterns and formulas instead of just reusing previous concepts, the hm system for example being replaced by something much better, just likeNot only the pokemon game with the greatest story, but also the best for pro-players, as the training, capture and SPECIALLY breeding of pokemon is easier than ever. It's also the most revolutionary generation that changed the most of the pokemon patterns and formulas instead of just reusing previous concepts, the hm system for example being replaced by something much better, just like gyms are replaced by a refresher in its kind of boss… Expand
  2. CaueV
    Feb 20, 2018
    0
    This game deserves an award for disappointment. First of all why does the tutorial last almost an hour? It’s not rocket science. All previous games gave you a 10 minute tutorial at max. People are not that stupid. And well, I guess most reviewers buy a Pokémon game to watch the anime, because that’s all this game is. You spend 90% of the game on cutscenes/ loading screens. And the story isThis game deserves an award for disappointment. First of all why does the tutorial last almost an hour? It’s not rocket science. All previous games gave you a 10 minute tutorial at max. People are not that stupid. And well, I guess most reviewers buy a Pokémon game to watch the anime, because that’s all this game is. You spend 90% of the game on cutscenes/ loading screens. And the story is as childish as you would expect. Every dialogue is basically about the power of friendship or something like this.
    But the stupidest design choice is putting a extremely low appearance rate on most of the new Pokémon. So you bought a new Pokémon game and want to play with new Pokémon? You better do research on which ones you want and have bulbapedia open while playing so you can grind an specific tall grass for 20 minutes until the Pokémon you want shows up. Otherwise you would most likely finish the game asking yourself where is half of the new creatures.
    And what a stupid idea is z-moves. Omg please remove this from the next game. 1 hit KO moves with long animations. Wow, they add so much to the gameplay. Mega evolutions did such a good job bringing back Pokémon that were useless before it, and then they got carried away and invented this garbage.
    It’s surprising how they got everything right on X/Y and managed to throw all that away, go to the opposite direction and make such an atrocity. Takes skill for that.

    X/Y still the best games in the series    … Expand
  3. yggSSparappRR
    Feb 14, 2018
    10
    One of the best things relating to pokemon to ever be published Period. It did away with obsolete parts while adding more, moving forward instead of more of the same. The story is on pair with great franchises known for their great stories, trials, kahunas, totems and captains are all interesting concepts that bring more and better to the table. Evil teams were the best we ever had.One of the best things relating to pokemon to ever be published Period. It did away with obsolete parts while adding more, moving forward instead of more of the same. The story is on pair with great franchises known for their great stories, trials, kahunas, totems and captains are all interesting concepts that bring more and better to the table. Evil teams were the best we ever had. Z-moves complemented the main battle system well and naturally, without overwhelming it but adding a new layer stil. Catching, breeding and training pokemon is easier and more practical while still compelling to do, even going as far as giving a way to interact with the boxed pokemon in island where they can hang out, explore and even train. And the best of all: HMs are finally gone and replaced with something better, and all that is just what I can remember from the top of my head.… Expand
  4. Scrubba-DrivE
    Jan 30, 2018
    10
    The first game to finally remove gyms and let me have a different journey for a change. That is while still be a fun journey that makes sense in the world of pokemon, whichalways feels like there's millions of discoveries to be found. Alola is one of the best looking regions and has a strong thematic and cultural sense, it really feels like an actual place, and even the new pokemon feelThe first game to finally remove gyms and let me have a different journey for a change. That is while still be a fun journey that makes sense in the world of pokemon, whichalways feels like there's millions of discoveries to be found. Alola is one of the best looking regions and has a strong thematic and cultural sense, it really feels like an actual place, and even the new pokemon feel like they have more personality and charima than ever.… Expand
  5. SiemB
    Jan 22, 2018
    8
    It are great games. As aways, I enjoyed them much as a pokémon fan, but it are defenitely not the best pokémon games I have played.

    The alolan forms, the new pokémon and the story are awesome. On the other hand, the unskippable cutscenes can be very frustrating if you replay the games. Also, I don't like the trials as alternative to gyms and the tropical theme of the game doesn't really    It are great games. As aways, I enjoyed them much as a pokémon fan, but it are defenitely not the best pokémon games I have played.

    The alolan forms, the new pokémon and the story are awesome. On the other hand, the unskippable cutscenes can be very frustrating if you replay the games. Also, I don't like the trials as alternative to gyms and the tropical theme of the game doesn't really fit to pokémon in my opinion.

    There are many changes, some may find that positive while other might hate it. One thing is for sure: at least GameFreak tried to innovate the games and many people critized the lack of that in the past.    … Expand
  6. dandragon
    Jan 16, 2018
    10
    This game is a amazing the new Pokémon are okay. But overall a good game. My only problem is their is a lack of post game content after the main story. But I would just get this game.
  7. kiank
    Jan 14, 2018
    10
    This game was a great change of pace from the usual pokemon. The change of pace with no gyms was welcoming and the story was fun with some of the most interesting characters in any pokemon. I played this game for almost 200 hours and I enjoyed every one of them.
  8. CreedCREEDcreed
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    Best story of all pokemon games (+)

    Pokepelago, now my boxed mons won't just be forgotten (+)

    Unexpected quest system instead of gyms, bound with nature and the pokemon themselves (+)

    z-moves are a good spice to the battles, as I can give use to my weaker mons now (+)

    Overall Sun and Moon were amongst the best games that came out in 2016
  9. Coramcrash
    Dec 29, 2017
    8
    Ha tutti i tratti distintivi e di pregio dei predecessori e non si fa mancare qualche aggiunta di qualità.
    Per la prima volta assistiamo ad una storia vera e propria con i controcazzi.
    Le uniche pecche le si possono riscontrare nel level design troppo semplificato ed a volte confusionario ed in alcuni dialoghi eccessivamente inutili e frustranti. Ma alla fine sembra un gioco incompleto,    Ha tutti i tratti distintivi e di pregio dei predecessori e non si fa mancare qualche aggiunta di qualità.
    Per la prima volta assistiamo ad una storia vera e propria con i controcazzi.
    Le uniche pecche le si possono riscontrare nel level design troppo semplificato ed a volte confusionario ed in alcuni dialoghi eccessivamente inutili e frustranti.
    Ma alla fine sembra un gioco incompleto,
    voto 83/100    … Expand
  10. Angulaureon
    Dec 14, 2017
    10
    Most innovations of all the main series games by far. The ever stales gyms got replaces by an interesting trial system with totem bosses that really excite you for what's coming next. Great new pokemon each with their own lore, top-notch story and that's only 1% on all the GREAT stuff SM added
  11. TheDarkGreenPit
    Nov 30, 2017
    10
    Alola is really fresh and innovative compare to the beginning of previous generations, this is the game where they FINALLY, after so long, started to push the envelope and find ways to innovate and change old formulas while still keeping the core of the series true to itself. Like the Totems replacing the old gym leader system.
  12. MattCK
    Nov 25, 2017
    10
    The main plot is the most interesting of the series with Black and White, but still not being so good, not as easier as XY or ROZA were, new Pokémon are great, Island Trials, Ultrabeasts, Alola ambientation, the awesome music, cinematographic cutscenes, Alola forms, No more HM, characters and their evolutions, Red and Blue's comeback, Alola is big, great ending, metagame improves... IThe main plot is the most interesting of the series with Black and White, but still not being so good, not as easier as XY or ROZA were, new Pokémon are great, Island Trials, Ultrabeasts, Alola ambientation, the awesome music, cinematographic cutscenes, Alola forms, No more HM, characters and their evolutions, Red and Blue's comeback, Alola is big, great ending, metagame improves... I think this is one of the best Pokémon games, and finally they've changed the franchise a bit.

    Despite all of this, this game have also failures, plot is interesting, yeah, but inside the Pokémon series, as a story in general is still poor. Postgame could have been longer. Pokémon has changed but... Only a bit. Z-Moves take too long. Festival Plaza it's a bad decision and the Rotomdex sucks sometimes.    … Expand
  13. chocapic
    Nov 21, 2017
    9
    Como juego de pokemon, es de 10, tanto por todas la innovaciones, como por la historia y por los diseños espectaculares de los pokemon. Personalmente no me gusta el rumbo que esta tomando la saga hacia un publico mas infantil, tanto por la dificultad como por los diálogos de dora la exploradora, y sigo prefiriendo los gimnasios a esta basura, pero es una idea nueva por lo menos. Juego deComo juego de pokemon, es de 10, tanto por todas la innovaciones, como por la historia y por los diseños espectaculares de los pokemon. Personalmente no me gusta el rumbo que esta tomando la saga hacia un publico mas infantil, tanto por la dificultad como por los diálogos de dora la exploradora, y sigo prefiriendo los gimnasios a esta basura, pero es una idea nueva por lo menos. Juego de pokemon excelente, que te encantará si eres fan, pero no esta a la altura ni de 2º ni de 5º generación.… Expand
  14. evani
    Nov 8, 2017
    5
    Worst main series pokemon game i have ever played.
    Cut scene, dialog, follow the npc it just never lets you play the game, the first 30 minutes is horrible just full of Dialog and cut scenes let me play the game!
  15. Dalium
    Nov 7, 2017
    4
    This game is way too on rails and the postgame is aweful aside from Looker. The festival plaza is a confusing and unneeded replacement for the PSS. A bit harder then ORAS and expecially XY (thank god), plus the story is great. Way too much dialog though, and nobody asked for or wants Z-Moves. It also takes way too long to get your starter Pokemon.
  16. Sausage22
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    Pokemon Sun and Moon are huge improvment over older entries, but in the same time gets some new flaws that previous games didn't have. Also one of the best looking game on 3ds.
  17. Bunnyhoppy
    Nov 3, 2017
    9
    I absolutely love this game. It was fairly challenging at times, but not so hard it can't be played by a kid (Not that all of us who play Pokemon are kids. Pokemon stays with you forever). The plot is amazing, particularly compared to X and Y. The graphics...fabulous. And I absolutely love the Alolan forms, too. People say that Pokemon is old, but that doesn't change anything. It's still aI absolutely love this game. It was fairly challenging at times, but not so hard it can't be played by a kid (Not that all of us who play Pokemon are kids. Pokemon stays with you forever). The plot is amazing, particularly compared to X and Y. The graphics...fabulous. And I absolutely love the Alolan forms, too. People say that Pokemon is old, but that doesn't change anything. It's still a great franchise.… Expand
  18. Firepistol95
    Nov 3, 2017
    7
    Performance review: Its a good game so far, imo. but from wht ive been hearing from ppl tht the load times are long and Double battles hav framerate drops. If I remember right, I read somewhere a couple of days ago tht the game is best played on a New 3DS. And I hav one, so far I have rarely seen a single framerate drop and the load times are about 3 seconds long, sometimes less. It looksPerformance review: Its a good game so far, imo. but from wht ive been hearing from ppl tht the load times are long and Double battles hav framerate drops. If I remember right, I read somewhere a couple of days ago tht the game is best played on a New 3DS. And I hav one, so far I have rarely seen a single framerate drop and the load times are about 3 seconds long, sometimes less. It looks like we're hitting the point where games are being demanding enough to where u will actually need a New model to hav the best exp with them. So it looks like the old models are slowly, but surely, phasing out. If Nintendo is planning to keep the 3DS life span going any longer. Im glad I dont use an old model anymore.… Expand
  19. Nessuno-Kun
    Oct 31, 2017
    1
    First off, this game is horrible. You either already know or were warned.
    If you are a fan, this will disappoint you.
    They decided to ruin the wonderful Pokémon franchise with some poor, boring, easy and extremely childish games. The only possible pro is that you might like a couple Alolan forms (though watch out from Persian and Exeggutor). Here is the reasons why you should never be    First off, this game is horrible. You either already know or were warned.
    If you are a fan, this will disappoint you.
    They decided to ruin the wonderful Pokémon franchise with some poor, boring, easy and extremely childish games. The only possible pro is that you might like a couple Alolan forms (though watch out from Persian and Exeggutor).

    Here is the reasons why you should never be tempted to waste your money there:

    1) Extremely easy, even more than XY.
    2) Very slow, unless you run it on a New3DS line.
    3) The online features are three steps back from the sixth generation's PSS.
    4) Annoying cutscenes and long, unneeded dialogues.
    5) Lack of freedom throughout the gameplay.
    6) Z-Moves make it even easier and similar to Yo-Kai Watch.
    7) The characters, including your rival, are childish and annoying as evil.
    8) Ultra Creatures designs, as well as some Pokémon, are literally TERRIBLE.
    9) Lack of National Pokédex which is cool to collectors.
    10) No tough challenges after the supereasy Alolan League (Battle Tree is easy).
    11) Rotom-Dex adds even more ease and prevents you to ever be curious about how to proceed.
    12) They forgot to add decent clothes if you are a straight male.
    13) Lack of puzzles and secrets like in the previous games (there are no gyms as well).
    14) The Gold Bottle caps might be cool on the card, but then it's frustrating to level up until level 100 and to acquire those items which raise up the IVs.
    15) With cheaters and cheats being everywhere and shiny odds being raised down, legendaries and shinies have much less value than in any other pre-3DS games.
    16) The Alolan map is a total disaster, extremely confusing design.
    17) Too many items that are not needed because the game is already easy, even for your 5-years-old children.
    18) The enemies of the story are not as cruel as in the past, they are childish and politically correct as well, while in the previous games they were actually wicked.
    19) The game is overall not fun, unless this is your first Pokémon game and this is the main reason why you should not buy your money, even because the previous chapters are even cheaper.
    20) They are nothing more than what has been leaked on Nintendo's YouTube channel, so basically this is everything they had to offer. Sales were good because of that marketing.
    21) Unlike the other games, these games are ONLY FOR KIDS. If you are a quite smart adult, you are going to get bored and disappointed about this series's present and future.
    22) Sound and story could even be ok, but gameplay is the core of every videogame.

    There are plenty more, but if you have these games on your hands, you are probably aware that this is the first step of the sunrise of the Pokémon decline.
    The Sun/Moon anime show may help you realizing that, they are very similar to these games.

    Verdict: Save your money for anything else and if you are a parent, let your kid play Red, Blue, Crystal, Emerald, Platinum or even Black and White. He's going to grow better and happier.    … Expand
  20. Amfibios
    Oct 23, 2017
    3
    i've been playing pokemon since the original red and blue and this is the first time a pokemon game has bored me out of my mind.

    it's basically like watching an interactive movie where u just watch for 5 minutes while they're shoving the game's story down your throat, then back to the world, only to go the next objective pointed on the map where another 3 minute cutscene will pop up    i've been playing pokemon since the original red and blue and this is the first time a pokemon game has bored me out of my mind.

    it's basically like watching an interactive movie where u just watch for 5 minutes while they're shoving the game's story down your throat, then back to the world, only to go the next objective pointed on the map where another 3 minute cutscene will pop up only to be followed by a stupidly easy fight of non interesting npcs and then go back to the world where every way is blocked off, except the one THEY want u to take.

    0 interest in the story, 0 exploration, annoying npcs spamming the same animations over and over, everytime u meet them (somehow they keep popping up every 10 steps u take).

    npcs just seem to be so nice giving away charizards and lapras for free so that u'll use them to travel the world, monster encounters somehow is like 90% gen 1 pokemon. mega evolutions are basically non existent and noone's even talking about them as now everyone's focusing on the brand new z powers. no national pokedex.

    i wanted to love it, i TRIED to like it. it started holding my hand since the 1st minute and i was telling myself it'll get better, but it didn't. it kept my interest for a little while until it fell flat on its face and i couldn't find myself playing it anymore.

    they did try making some "innovations" but it wasn't even enough to be considered a whole new gen, just rehashed **** everywhere. if u like pokemon for the exploration and the quest for unveiling the mysteries of the world/pokemon, u'll find none of that here, steer clear.    … Expand
  21. Spitbot
    Oct 22, 2017
    7
    It's a Pokemon game.

    I could end the review right there, because chances are, you already know what you're getting into, but assuming you've never played one of these massive critter-collecting RPG adventures, this is a good place to start. There are over 800 Pokemon, it's a blast to play, and there's post-game stuff to keep you occupied after the 20 - 30 hour story, but if you've    It's a Pokemon game.

    I could end the review right there, because chances are, you already know what you're getting into, but assuming you've never played one of these massive critter-collecting RPG adventures, this is a good place to start. There are over 800 Pokemon, it's a blast to play, and there's post-game stuff to keep you occupied after the 20 - 30 hour story, but if you've played Pokemon before? You might be happy to know that they've mixed this one up a bit - The gym system has been overhauled, your old favorite Pokemon are back with new forms, there are new, ultra-powerful moves that can only be used once a battle, and yet...

    It feels like it's different for the sake of being different.

    The replacement for the gym system works, and it works well - I enjoyed it, don't get me wrong - but there was nothing wrong with gyms in the first place. The Z-Moves are nice, but they don't feel as rewarding or cool as Mega Evolution (and the animations get kinda tedious, too). They tried to write a good story, which I applaud them for, but it really isn't anything special. I know nobody cares about the plot in these games, but it gets in the way - This game has the worst tutorial since Black and White. At it's core, this is still Pokemon. All of these games have problems, and while I have a few gripes with this one, it's more or less what you've been playing since 1996.

    So, brand new to the series? Jump right in, the water's warm. Seasoned veteran? It won't surprise you, but I'm sure you'll have some fun. Looking for something brand new? You'll probably be let down.    … Expand
  22. Aquiver
    Oct 11, 2017
    8
    As with every Pokémon game, this duo come with a new villainous Pokémon Team, (Team Skull) a plethora of new Pokémon – 81 in total, new Pokémon moves and abilities, a new region and most importantly new gyms. Or is there…?

    In Pokémon Sun and Moon the islands have not yet created a gym system (or even an Elite Four at the beginning of the game!) and instead have a system of trials that    As with every Pokémon game, this duo come with a new villainous Pokémon Team, (Team Skull) a plethora of new Pokémon – 81 in total, new Pokémon moves and abilities, a new region and most importantly new gyms. Or is there…?

    In Pokémon Sun and Moon the islands have not yet created a gym system (or even an Elite Four at the beginning of the game!) and instead have a system of trials that involve: a challenge set by the Trial Captain, a fight with the Totem Pokémon and a battle with each Island Kahuna. Although this may seem off-putting for seasoned fans, the way it is presented comes off as a breath of fresh air. The actual challenges are not hard at all so don’t expect to tested by these new trials but the Totem Pokémon fights can be quite difficult if you are under prepared and the Kahunas aren’t anything to laugh at either.

    Many people have complained that these new generations of Pokémon have been getting easier and easier and time goes on. Though this may be true, that doesn’t mean they aren’t fun anymore or entertaining to play through. If you want a really challenging game there are ways of making that happen but on the whole, you have come to the wrong place. Pokémon games are about having fun, exploring new regions, seeing new Pokémon and not having a really difficult time. Saying that, I will admit that these new games are easier than previous games mostly due to the fact that the effectiveness of each move is displayed beneath it. This can become pretty annoying as you don’t have the option to turn it off.

    Pokémon Sun and Moon are set in the region of Alola – a fantasy world based off Hawaii. In comparison to other regions where you traverse one section of land, the Alola region is made up of five main islands and has your character explore between them. This concept is nothing new as we have had mostly island regions before. Although many people were cautious towards this approach, I found that, although at some points confusing, overall it was an enjoyable change.
    The Pokémon included in this generation invoke a variety of emotion. Some people are indifferent to designs and what the Pokémon are based off but for some it means that Nintendo are “running out of ideas.” I don’t think that this is the case. Most of the Pokémon are aesthetically pleasing and there are only a few that I wouldn’t pick up purely because of design. Something that has been introduced as a unique feature of Alola are Alolan Pokémon. These are Pokémon from other regions that have changed their colour and type supposedly because of the climate in Alola. Although the premise seem a bit odd, it was really nice seeing some old faces getting new looks and getting new ways to play. The only criticism I have is that some of the designs are questionable and Pokémon that usually come in parallel pairs (For example, Arcanine and Ninetales) only one of them got an alternate form.
    Your character customisation follows a similar system as was implemented in Pokémon X and Y. When creating your player, you have four sets of skin colour and hair colour to choose from for each sex and throughout the region there are apparel shops that allow the player to buy new items of clothing or accessories. This is nothing new but it is something that fans have asked to bring back after its exclusion out of Omega ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

    The story is a typical Pokémon plot. It isn’t anything ground-breaking but it does include some new parts. One of these is a legendary Pokémon that is part of an evolutionary line - a first for the franchise. Other than that, the story is ordinary but does rid of the mountains of rivals you had during Pokémon X and Y and does involve some immersive cut-scenes.

    Helpfully, a feature that come with these games is the removal of Technical Machines (or TMs.) For anyone new to the franchise, in other games these were moves that could be used to access different areas, in other words, moves that could be used out of battle. The catch however, was that you couldn’t naturally replace these moves and instead had to but tutored off. As easy as this sounds it was incredibly annoying. Ride Pokémon replace this annoyance with something entertaining. Instead of having moves that allow you access now you now use Pokémon. As the name suggests, these Pokémon are called by you and you ride them to clear certain obstacles - something the community has been asking for since day one.

    Overall I think that the new instalment in this collection is a good addition to the series. However, it is obvious that Nintendo and Game Freak’s focus is on the younger audience and not necessarily the seasoned players.

    Pokémon Sun and Moon are produced by Game Freak and published by Nintendo/The Pokémon Company.

    It is available on the 3DS and platforms that support 3Ds games.    … Expand
  23. NintendoGamer1
    Oct 6, 2017
    8
    With the classic game-play of previous iterations as well of having no more HMs makes this game an amazing experience. Unfortunately the game is ridiculously easy compared to other game in the Pokemon series.
  24. aescalantesuare
    Sep 29, 2017
    8
    Después de dedicarle mas de 100 horas e iniciar el "competitivo", puede decir que es el juego de la saga mas me ha emocionado.

    Puntos en contra:

    - Los mapas son sencillos
    - Todos los combates contra la PC son faciles
    - No existe la Pokédex nacional
  25. Luqueto
    Sep 22, 2017
    9
    Pokemon Sun/Moon is a totally refreshing pokemon adventures were the basic concept of 8 gyms was eliminated and instead this game offers a series of challenges that you must overcome in order to beat the game. The main story is pretty decent and long enough compared to other pokemon games, but it lacks of a post-game after beating the pokemon league. What its also new is the removal of HMPokemon Sun/Moon is a totally refreshing pokemon adventures were the basic concept of 8 gyms was eliminated and instead this game offers a series of challenges that you must overcome in order to beat the game. The main story is pretty decent and long enough compared to other pokemon games, but it lacks of a post-game after beating the pokemon league. What its also new is the removal of HM and instead you can ride pokemon that you register through the game, making the game less tedious. Most people would criticize the low frame rate at double battles and they are right, but its nothing you have to worry a lot if you not play competitive as the game has few double battle combats. So i probalby recommend this game if you have the opportunity to buy it.… Expand
  26. Romorais
    Sep 15, 2017
    8
    I really enjoyed the game, but it's debatable that it has a very slow beginning and, even thought goo history, way too extensive narrative.
    The game tries too hard to explain the new gimmicks of the game and it made me feel like i played 20 hours of tutorial
  27. Braduk
    Sep 13, 2017
    4
    Pokemon Sun/Moon are by far the worst in the mainline series.
    Pros:
    --Bottle Cap system to allow pseudo-IV maxing --The ability to send Pokemon from your party to the PC when catching other Pokemon --Simple and effective egg hatching route (in the sense that this time it's just a square) --Shiny Charm now only requires the regional dex to be completed --Battle Tree --The Mini    Pokemon Sun/Moon are by far the worst in the mainline series.
    Pros:
    --Bottle Cap system to allow pseudo-IV maxing
    --The ability to send Pokemon from your party to the PC when catching other Pokemon
    --Simple and effective egg hatching route (in the sense that this time it's just a square)
    --Shiny Charm now only requires the regional dex to be completed
    --Battle Tree
    --The Mini islands where you plant berries, EV train, etc are a cool idea

    Cons:
    --Excessive amount of cutscenes, to the point where nearly every route has at least one cutscene (and the intro itself takes 12 minutes for a speedrunner to complete, far far longer for the average player)
    --Excessive levels of handholding, I'm aware the series is for kids but the past games didn't have this much handholding
    --Super easy, even for a Pokemon game. Not once did I have to repeat a battle and I finished the Elite Four first try with a slightly underleveled party.
    --Extreme linearity, even for a Pokemon game, with tons of very obvious and shoehorned route and entrance blocks nearly every screen
    --The majority of the new Pokemon designs are not very memorable nor are they very coherently designed, though this is a more subjective con I know I am not the only one who thinks this, and don't even get me started on Ultra Beasts
    --No Super Training, despite both past games having them and it being a very well-received mechanic
    --Mega Forms are more or less shoehorned into a place and it's clear they never really planned to have them back
    --Z Moves are broken and ruin battles, and are required in every battle just like Mega Forms used to be
    --The region is very bland, small, and not very varied between islands, it's clear Gamefreak had no idea what to do without the grid system
    --Certain Pokemon have a 1% appearance rate in areas and that is just stupid
    --Postgame is near non-existent, which makes the small and crappy region feel all the worse
    --Nearly all the new Pokemon have tank-based stats, making party building unnecessarily difficult unless you want a full high defense, low speed team
    --The Trials are a poor replacement for Gyms, if anything both could have been done, there's not even 8 Trials
    --The minigame theme park is not well-developed and does not reach its full potential

    Gamefreak attempted to shake up the series with Sun/Moon. But change is not always good. Bad change is possible. And most of the changes in Sun/Moon are bad for the series. After how bad these games were I am outright skipping Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon and may not ever buy a Pokemon game again unless the 2018 game stirs away from the type of game these ones are, and this is coming from the person who has bought and completed generations 1-6 of Pokemon before these ones.    … Expand
  28. Sakamoto_San
    Sep 11, 2017
    8
    Un buen juego pero con una historia floja, dejaron fuera las mecánicas de las mega evoluciones incluidas en la versión anterior y eso deja la sensación de que el juego esta incompleto, su principal problema es no contar con la pokedex nacional para poder juntar a todos los pokemon que se limite solo a Alola es muy malo y deja a el titulo sin la amplia variedad de pokemon que existen.
  29. EmirKhorasani
    Aug 18, 2017
    0
    This game was the culmination of taking all of the worst parts of pokemon and putting them front and center. 60% of the game is spent mashing the A button through the pointless slow grueling mucked up narrative. The other 40% spends a lot of time in loading screens and animations. It's actually 13.4 seconds from losing control to gaining it again in wild battles. The pokemon themselvesThis game was the culmination of taking all of the worst parts of pokemon and putting them front and center. 60% of the game is spent mashing the A button through the pointless slow grueling mucked up narrative. The other 40% spends a lot of time in loading screens and animations. It's actually 13.4 seconds from losing control to gaining it again in wild battles. The pokemon themselves used to be the compelling feature which pushed exploration, and dialogue used to be optional. That's what made pokemon greak. This is a horrible, horrible game.… Expand
  30. iliketrains
    Aug 16, 2017
    9
    This is my first pokemon game and I LOVE it. From the charters to the different pokemon this game is amassing! The only problem is the battles feel to easy.
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Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best 3DS Game of 2016
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#1 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2016
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#1 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2016

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 87 Critic Reviews

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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