Pokemon Ultra Moon

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7.6

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  1. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Trash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  2. Albeirito
    Aug 25, 2023
    8
    Mucha gente se ha quejado de que la dificultad de este juego no es la mas alta de toda la saga, de que el hecho de que los pokémon, al cogerte cariño automáticamente, obtengan habilidades como asestar mas golpes críticos, resistir algunos golpes mortales con 1 PS o incluso esquivar algunos ataques sean cosas que bajen la dificultad, sea algo infantil, pero fuera de todo esto... El juego esMucha gente se ha quejado de que la dificultad de este juego no es la mas alta de toda la saga, de que el hecho de que los pokémon, al cogerte cariño automáticamente, obtengan habilidades como asestar mas golpes críticos, resistir algunos golpes mortales con 1 PS o incluso esquivar algunos ataques sean cosas que bajen la dificultad, sea algo infantil, pero fuera de todo esto... El juego es muy divertido y disfrutable.
    La historia está bien pero es algo mejorable y lo de los cristales Z no se siente una mecánica tan buena como lo fueron las megaevoluciones en la anterior generación. Eso ya me queda claro, lo que no me queda para nada claro es el porque hay mucha gente que opina que esta versión es inferior siendo que añade cosas muy buenas como el team rocket en el postgame entre muchas otras cosas que también me parecen puntos positivos para el juego.
    En conclusión, está claro que este no es el mejor juego de pokémon, pero igualmente es una muy buena y disfrutable opción para jugar.

    7.9/10    … Expand
  3. MrZeraora
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    For pokemon games this game is summit Even if the console it came out on is lower than the switch, its graphics are better than many switch pokemon games
  4. sathvik_
    Aug 1, 2023
    5
    OMG this game leaves a lot to be desired. The attempt at a 3D is a freaking joke
  5. theboywholived
    Jun 17, 2023
    10
    this is just such a good game i honestly don't belive i would have gotten back into pokemon without this game
  6. yangfanhong
    Apr 2, 2023
    8
    The game is fun. But it is a pity that as an almost first party 3ds game it has no 3d feature at all.
  7. ZangBang
    Oct 30, 2022
    4
    43/100
    Pokémon Ultra Moon adds a significant amount of new content to the original Moon, with a richer Pokémon selection, new areas that expand on the original lore, a surprisingly fun and polished new surfing minigame, new challenges and overall a decisively higher difficulty making for a much more engaging experience. Massive changes were made to the narrative as well, ultimately making    43/100
    Pokémon Ultra Moon adds a significant amount of new content to the original Moon, with a richer Pokémon selection, new areas that expand on the original lore, a surprisingly fun and polished new surfing minigame, new challenges and overall a decisively higher difficulty making for a much more engaging experience. Massive changes were made to the narrative as well, ultimately making it notably worse. As much as the new characters and plotpoints introduced have potential they're sorely underdeveloped and introduced quite haphazardly, and the greater scope of the new storyline often awkwardly clashes with the more intimate story told in the original game as some important scenes of character development have been entirely removed, leaving the whole narrative feeling somewhat disconnected. Nevertheless, a new grandiose story episode was added after the main campaign, which creatively builds on the new concepts introduced to craft a surprising narrative with nostalgic returns that perhaps doesn't take itself seriously enough, but still functions as an extremely fun postgame content and a nice celebration of past narratives. Decisvely better than the original, Ultramoon still greatly suffers from its terribly bland level design and the series' somewhat repetitive gameplay.    … Expand
  8. DarthJ
    Aug 28, 2022
    9
    I can easily spent in-game hours after fnishing main plot. This game has so many inner mechanics that I can bearly call it for children.
  9. bartoldzik
    Jun 14, 2022
    9
    This game is in my opinion one of the best games for 3ds. I have around 500 hours. I got this game in 2018 and i still play it. Recommend it to everyone!
  10. sensatolo
    Feb 21, 2022
    0
    Endless dialogues. You don't have a game, instead you have a movie where you play sometimes a little bit. 80% cut scenes 20% game play.
  11. fanmadeendings
    Feb 15, 2022
    7
    The content is pretty good, but returning to the special version thing after the way superior sequel concept from gen 5 is really disappointing.
  12. Federx
    Jan 30, 2022
    6
    just moon but worse. the "additions" are more like detriments, they ruined what good alola had without fixing any of the shortcomings
  13. GenkiYokota
    Jan 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best generations, but improved to the limit, it has a story, with larger plots and sidequests, a spectacular and an excellent competitive scene, full of many possibilities. And without a doubt the best post-game to date.
  14. Fireyoshi779
    Jan 25, 2022
    8
    Has all pokemon from gen 1 to 7,ineresting theme and is pretty amazing how they tried something new with places like the gyms and how you earn these z crystles that can be used in battle unlike badages and has more content than modern pokemon games like gen 8 which is on the switch.
  15. VyrussReviews
    Nov 26, 2021
    0
    I went through the whole game and I have to say it is bad. The game is riddled with forced dialogue with people who you don't want to talk to. Now I do have to say that the battle mechanic is good, but what is the point of a good battle system if you cannot play the game?
  16. tukumalu
    Oct 2, 2021
    6
    This game is overall the same as sun and moon with small changes here and there that do not make the playthrough specially refreshing. The beginning is tedious and too long, I like to refer to it as an hour+ long tutorial. Throughout the playtrough I'm constantly forced into long dialogue sections inbetween new areas/towns, it's annoying. You still can't skip cut scenes and there's way tooThis game is overall the same as sun and moon with small changes here and there that do not make the playthrough specially refreshing. The beginning is tedious and too long, I like to refer to it as an hour+ long tutorial. Throughout the playtrough I'm constantly forced into long dialogue sections inbetween new areas/towns, it's annoying. You still can't skip cut scenes and there's way too much dialogue, most of it is the same as the last game so it's really really boring to sit through. So the major con of this game is all the dialogue and cutscenes. As for the difficulty, it's an improvement over the original games.… Expand
  17. Skyplayer1507
    Sep 3, 2021
    8
    very good..................................................................
  18. NiNtEnDoFaN97
    Jul 15, 2021
    9
    From my point of view the pokemon series gets better with each entry, this might sound rude but I really do think the ds titles are heavily carried by nostalgia there not bad games in fact I think they're good games but the games just keep getting better, Sometimes. while people really dislike sword and shield, I do like them I just think gamefreak got screwed by working with new hardwareFrom my point of view the pokemon series gets better with each entry, this might sound rude but I really do think the ds titles are heavily carried by nostalgia there not bad games in fact I think they're good games but the games just keep getting better, Sometimes. while people really dislike sword and shield, I do like them I just think gamefreak got screwed by working with new hardware not having a real vision and the terrible story. They're good games with big problems. But! Pokemon ultra moon/ultra sun are in my opinion the best games in the series. They take everything that was great about pokemon and does it again while adding a bunch of great new stuff that really freshen up the expirence. mantine surfing is super fun while not bieng super in depth so its not disappointing that it probaly won't return but it's still fun. Z moves are a little dumb and mega evolution are just better. The story is epic and interesting as well as the characters bieng interesting and likable unlike sword and shield. The smaller pokedex actually gives you motivation to complete it instead of a pokedex of 800 taunting you. While the smaller pokedex is something people hate about sword and shield I see it as nothing but a good thing as I've explained before. Trials instead of gyms this is a tricky one while I like the uniqueness of trials I think I like gyms just a little more but I think the unique challenges of trials is something gyms could benefit from. This game has so much content if you're a kid you could easily spend 200 or even 300 hours for a older folk you can probally get 100-200 hours



    t games in the series.    … Expand
  19. nahobino5_
    Jun 22, 2021
    4
    An enhanced and better version of Sun & Moon. It's so similar to the first set of games that it makes them redundant. Considering the content, it's just like a remake with slight changes, some new additions. It's basically fixing a pretty mid Pokemon release and making it a little more interesting.
  20. Hawqer
    Jun 11, 2021
    6
    It really didn't change a lot, it's really no different from the previous games and just made the battles more harder, so it's not worth buying If you already played the sun and moon games since you're basically playing the same thing again, but this game is fine if you didn't though.
  21. JannyKilla
    May 23, 2021
    8
    I played Ultra Moon a while back, yeah. I bought it because I felt like it, and it looked good to me. Keep in mind that the only other Pokemon game that I played was Pokemon Black, and it had been a long long time ago. Ya know what happened when I played the game? I really liked it! It was fun and engaging, even if it felt short sometimes. I liked the story, and Necrozma's bit stood out toI played Ultra Moon a while back, yeah. I bought it because I felt like it, and it looked good to me. Keep in mind that the only other Pokemon game that I played was Pokemon Black, and it had been a long long time ago. Ya know what happened when I played the game? I really liked it! It was fun and engaging, even if it felt short sometimes. I liked the story, and Necrozma's bit stood out to me. Even if in retrospect I realize that it's "borrowing" from Sonic Adventure's story, I still like it. I liked the Pokemon and the Postgame stuff, like the Neo Team Rocket stuff. That was really cool! I think a lot of fans overhate this game, but it's actually pretty good if they give a fair, open chance. My only notable gripe, and it's a big one, is that THEY CUT OUT THE NATIONAL POKEDEX HERE! I don't know everyone blubbered on about it for Sword and Shield when Gen. 7 already did it, and I still haven't forgiven them for when I finally finished my pokedex, talked to the developer, and he just gave me a robe and a shiny charm instead of the national dex, which I had been waiting for this whole time. Rants aside, Pokemon Ultra Sun and Moon are really good games that expanded upon the originals and may have some flaws, but are still really good and definitely credit the Pokemon series far more than hurt it.… Expand
  22. LordJazbin
    Apr 19, 2021
    8
    Great postgame and difficulty, maybe the hardest Pokémon game to date.

    But the story is ruined, the original story in the Sun and Moon games was better by far. Not just the story, some parts in the gameplay were better in the original games too like less mandatory tutorials.
  23. RyGuy1
    Mar 2, 2021
    2
    There were a few changes from sun and moon, but not enough to warrant a brand new game. Still just as insultingly simple and childish as sun and moon. Also z crystals are lame
  24. Warbringer
    Feb 21, 2021
    7
    Gifted from a friend,the game that brought me back to Pokemon. Could have done a better job though,too much handholding,game is extremely easy
  25. MaKu7
    Jan 7, 2021
    8
    My first Pokemon since Gold/Silver. In Ultra Moon I have found same nice gameplay with lots of improvements. Of course, graphic is "just OK", music is mostly "less than OK", but despite that, strolling across Alola is very relaxing and fun experience.
  26. ZeoN
    Oct 11, 2020
    8
    Versión mejorada de Sol y Luna.Banda sonora muy mejorada,lugares rediseñados y una historia parcialmente nueva aunque inferior a Sol y Luna .Es un juego del que no te vas a arrepentir si eres fan de la franquicia.
  27. Gbcrespo
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    Pretty nice ideas, rideable Pokémon, cool setting, very good soundtrack. This game is pretty accessible for new players, and the game has a lot of quality of life improvements.
    The story is ok, not much in terms of depth, but the change in the usual gyms were quite welcoming, the Trials are well thought out.
    No a 10/10, but pretty close for how they push the 3DS hardware, and the innovations.
  28. x_superepico
    Jul 31, 2020
    4
    if we compare to other Pokemon games, is not as good at others, game freak is taken a dangerous direction, is bored in most parts of the game, and the only chance from moon, is a post-game mini-game to catch Pokemons, a bad version of Pokemon Cristal battle tower, and a unnecesary change to moon history.

    is unnecesary, moon was good, why make me pay again for a worst version.
  29. Lizarino
    May 31, 2020
    9
    Pros:

    Better graphics than previous games
    Good amount of content and end-game
    Good new pokemon

    Only cons I can think of are that the game is SUPER hand holdy, constant dialogue, cut scenes and tutorials which are really annoying
    Much prefer gyms over trials
  30. tenebrarum91
    May 10, 2020
    10
    After playing Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Pokemon Shield on the Switch for over 200h combined, I thought to go back to the last generations on the Nintendo 3DS. I haven't played Pokemon Games on the handheld systems since Pokemon Black/White and after the rather disappointing first full mainline 3D-HD Pokemon game on the Switch, I was a bit blown away by the content of Pokemon Ultra Moon:After playing Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Pokemon Shield on the Switch for over 200h combined, I thought to go back to the last generations on the Nintendo 3DS. I haven't played Pokemon Games on the handheld systems since Pokemon Black/White and after the rather disappointing first full mainline 3D-HD Pokemon game on the Switch, I was a bit blown away by the content of Pokemon Ultra Moon: It had everything a Pokémon game ever had and put things on top. It was fun to catch all the Pokémon and go to the Ultra Dimension. All those little side quests and stories, which are almost totally missing in Pokemon Sh/Sw. I don't know why Gamefreak decided to go a step backwards on the Switch (probably huge feature crunch), but now the newest Generation looks even worst to me. Just the region of Aloah itself is just fun to explore. It a super relaxing setting with cool characters and it just invites you on a awesome trip to a Haiwanese style holiday with amazing Pokémons to catch, a lot of lategame content to finish and a solid good Pokémon handheld game!… Expand
  31. Trey82
    Feb 16, 2020
    8
    Good 'dex.
    MUCH improved interactions with your pokemon.
    Less cliche than MANY previous games / parts of their stories, regardless of overall game quality. (Example: Good game ~ alpha sapphire! Bad half of the game ~ EVERY WATER SECTION OMFG, weak and underleveled creatures EVERYWHERE. Bring along a grass and an electric pokemon you got from the first few routes and poof, you're fine    Good 'dex.
    MUCH improved interactions with your pokemon.
    Less cliche than MANY previous games / parts of their stories, regardless of overall game quality.
    (Example: Good game ~ alpha sapphire! Bad half of the game ~ EVERY WATER SECTION OMFG, weak and underleveled creatures EVERYWHERE. Bring along a grass and an electric pokemon you got from the first few routes and poof, you're fine for the last leg of the game.

    Consistent framerate, consistent gameplay, DEFINITELY way too much one-shot-killfest. Seriously, these guys are AMPED. You really, REALLY dont need to get legendaries to be OP in this.
    In fact, the legendaries are actually pretty disappointing. Some Regi-'s, some iconic ones like Lugia, some Mew goodness... but all of them are kinda 7/10 just a few steps above normal bada$$es.

    One thing I hate: mega ultra super boring evolutions. This game doesnt require you to ever use them, because Z power works very well, like limit breaks. But with that type-matching element to it.

    Characters are so-so, but not absolute garbage like Lysandre (Pokemon Y)
    Lys: Unfotunately, there are those who show their strength by taking what is not theirs. THEY ARE FILTH.
    *A short time later*
    Lys: That's why I decided the only way to save the world was to take it all for myself!
    Pokemon Y was the WORST game in the series. 2 steps forward, 10 steps back.

    Skip and play ultra moon. Just know that you'll never enjoy any of the previous games the same way, ever again. Too many QOL improvements, too much fun. :)    … Expand
  32. twinklyten
    Jan 25, 2020
    9
    Mechanically the best pokemon and sadly the best looking one. Makes a good game with pokemon moon a great one with increased difficulty and plot.
  33. Guizmo
    Dec 6, 2019
    5
    For a game that has 'ULTRA' on its title, it is not nearly as impressive as the adjective would mean in relation to the regular versions, in fact, it is even worse! They changed the quite good story, for one that doesn't make sense at all, and they introduced so little things that the game felt like a bad DLC. The worst in the series by far.
  34. ShapeOfGaming
    Dec 2, 2019
    7
    I really really disapprove the Ultra Biests, they seem like one of these fake pokemon games on your mobile phone.
    This is my personal opinion, but I also don't like the Alola region with the islands and their design.
    Music is okay (besides the Trainer music), Game Freak can do waaayyy better. If you already have Sun or Moon, then dont buy these games, they're just not worth it, besides    I really really disapprove the Ultra Biests, they seem like one of these fake pokemon games on your mobile phone.
    This is my personal opinion, but I also don't like the Alola region with the islands and their design.
    Music is okay (besides the Trainer music), Game Freak can do waaayyy better.
    If you already have Sun or Moon, then dont buy these games, they're just not worth it, besides your an exceedingly huge Alola fan.
    But all in all its a Pokemon game which also has its good features and aspects    … Expand
  35. Speedie
    Nov 24, 2019
    9
    Ultra Moon is loaded with content, most of which you may never use. Even after finishing the game there will be so much for the player to discover.

    I originally though I would dislike the new style of not having Gym Leaders, but I was happily surprised by the originality of the Island Challenges, and how much I enjoyed them. The story of this game is very engaging, and the characters    Ultra Moon is loaded with content, most of which you may never use. Even after finishing the game there will be so much for the player to discover.

    I originally though I would dislike the new style of not having Gym Leaders, but I was happily surprised by the originality of the Island Challenges, and how much I enjoyed them. The story of this game is very engaging, and the characters fulfill the definitive personalities we've come to expect from Pokemon characters. This is the most original of all Pokemon games to date, but it didn't let go of most core qualities that fans love about Pokemon.

    The difficulty definitely spikes in this game, but its nothing a casual player can't manage. It's simply speed bumps that require more training of your Pokemon, which in turn cause you to explore more of the region and find all of the secrets hidden within.

    For the first time in Pokemon history, you truly feel as if the journey is yours, and not the character's on the screen. Between taking pictures with you Pokemon, petting them, exploring the region with them, and fulfilling your quest with them, its a true Pokemon journey you won't forget.    … Expand
  36. JasonBB
    Nov 20, 2019
    9
    Hardest Pokémon game to date. The only big problem is that they ruined the original Sun and Moon story... That for me it's still the best one in the series to date.
  37. DeltaHaven
    Nov 13, 2019
    7
    Definitely and improvement from Moon in some areas but unfortunately suffers from most of the same issues and new ones.
    Positive notes include: more Pokemon variety for the regional dex, new pokemon, minimal but improved character arcs, new characters with interesting designs, few but new details added in old areas, new interesting mini games.
    Negative notes include: Same watered down    Definitely and improvement from Moon in some areas but unfortunately suffers from most of the same issues and new ones.
    Positive notes include: more Pokemon variety for the regional dex, new pokemon, minimal but improved character arcs, new characters with interesting designs, few but new details added in old areas, new interesting mini games.
    Negative notes include: Same watered down difficulty, long tutorials and cut scenes, constant hand holding and interruptions during the main story, very lineal progression, rotom dex is even more annoying in this game constantly nagging you to heal your mons or save the game and giving you advice about things you already know, new photo studio feature that is completely useless and a waste of time, new characters with knee deep back stories, new areas that are basically glorified hallways, and very little end game.

    Over all a comfortable and predictable 3D Pokemon game experience that left me with no desire to keep playing after finishing the main campaign.    … Expand
  38. Orflick
    Sep 9, 2019
    6
    Cut scenes can drag on and there's no gyms just island challenges, great if you enjoy it but I prefer gyms
  39. new2dsxl
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Taking the original games and bombarding them with a whole host of crazy ideas, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have easily achieved their goal of becoming the definitive versions of the series’ final generation on the 3DS. Combining all of this with the fact that a small handful of new, non-mythical Pokémon have been added mid-generation for the first time in the series, and that theTaking the original games and bombarding them with a whole host of crazy ideas, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have easily achieved their goal of becoming the definitive versions of the series’ final generation on the 3DS. Combining all of this with the fact that a small handful of new, non-mythical Pokémon have been added mid-generation for the first time in the series, and that the Pokédex has been expanded to natively include over 400 Pokémon catchable in the games without trading, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have managed to make the region of Alola feel even more alive that it did before – and that’s quite the achievement.

    In some ways, it feels like these games have come too soon; Pokémon Sun and Moon are still so fresh in our minds and we can’t help but feel that the Ultra versions would have felt more special – and therefore easier to justify purchasing – if a little more time has passed. You’d be forgiven for not wanting to jump back into the same world again so soon but, in their own right, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon are truly incredible entries to the series that deserve to be sitting amongst the elite Pokémon titles. If you’re ready for another trip around Alola’s beautiful islands, this is the way to do it.    … Expand
  40. NicoMarza
    Jul 6, 2019
    8
    Nonostante buona parte del gioco si molto simile al predecessore, la storia è molto più soddisfacente e alcune meccaniche sono state migliorate, il post-game è molto più ricco di catture e scontri. Bel gioco da provare, di sicuro sapendo di giocare ad un vero e proprio REMAKE.
  41. andrew31593
    Jun 28, 2019
    9
    After a 7 year departure from the series this is the game I returned to and I have to say it is the most complete so far. The reigon and trials are fresh, and there is enough of a challenge to be engaging for me as an adult. The reigon is stunning and the new pokemon are well designed - especially the aloan forms. More in depth features that were barely touched on in the first fewAfter a 7 year departure from the series this is the game I returned to and I have to say it is the most complete so far. The reigon and trials are fresh, and there is enough of a challenge to be engaging for me as an adult. The reigon is stunning and the new pokemon are well designed - especially the aloan forms. More in depth features that were barely touched on in the first few generations, such as EV training, natures and IVs are now far more included with things like the 'judge' function that lets you see your pokemons hidden values. There seems to be a feature for everything that comes together extremely well. I have no idea how I managed to rack up 300 hours on pokemon sapphire when the ingame content is so pitiful in comparison to what we have now.

    I would however like a more simple way of battling other players, much like an online version of the battle tree, with some kind of record or score system. This would give meaning to these more in depth features that as of now rely on players arranging their own competition through message boards. Also the story was WAY too dialouge heavy, the breif but charming narratives of the orignal three reigons is far more appealing from me as a returning player.    … Expand
  42. mrend55
    Jun 12, 2019
    3
    It treats you like you have never even played pokemon before so much handholding and stupid cutscenes, I do not want to take photos of my pokemon or go surfing on some pokemon back and do cool flips just let me play pokemon without forced minigames or pointless cutscenes worst mainline pokemon games and gen hopefully next generation is better than this. Edit: Worst mainline game but IIt treats you like you have never even played pokemon before so much handholding and stupid cutscenes, I do not want to take photos of my pokemon or go surfing on some pokemon back and do cool flips just let me play pokemon without forced minigames or pointless cutscenes worst mainline pokemon games and gen hopefully next generation is better than this. Edit: Worst mainline game but I guess it would be good as a child's first pokemon game maybe.… Expand
  43. stanthegrantan
    Apr 18, 2019
    10
    1 fleshy story
    2 good pokemon
    3 meaty content
    4 big postgame
    5 shinies are fun to catch this time
  44. MDNike
    Mar 31, 2019
    10
    After giving scores to games I enjoy playing, this is my first attempt at a review, so bear with me:
    -its challenging for a pkmon game
    -very big post-game -the competitive exciting and fun the previous three factors are the top 3 things I look in a pokemon game, so I ended up really proud of buying this one as through all the series it may be the one that satistied me the most, I'm    After giving scores to games I enjoy playing, this is my first attempt at a review, so bear with me:
    -its challenging for a pkmon game
    -very big post-game
    -the competitive exciting and fun
    the previous three factors are the top 3 things I look in a pokemon game, so I ended up really proud of buying this one as through all the series it may be the one that satistied me the most, I'm really happy to have played it, in a way that few games made me, on top of that:

    -good storyline, its plot and pace surpassed any other pokemon game
    -All Four island had many extra stuff, new npcs, new pokemon to get, new events etc, for a thid/fourth edition it changed a lot, even more than other pokemon gens did    … Expand
  45. KillerRhoy
    Mar 9, 2019
    2
    he spends at least half the time in cinematicas and giving you useless tutorials, even with 7 generations with the same, just horrible
  46. FranciscoM
    Mar 5, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pokémon Sun/Moon was one of the best experiences I had in the Pokemon world! The region is great, vibrant colors everywhere, Alolan form Pokemon, customization of your character and despite not having the best story all around, it was still enjoyable. Still, when Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon was announced I was expecting something along the lines of Black/White 2, a sequel to the previous games. Instead, and the trailers of the game show that they advertised a "different" Alola region. Was to be expected the same timeline but eventually, "mid-game" as the director of the game said, "the timeline will change". Unfortunately, in a game with 4 islands, the changes start in the last one and until then the story continues pretty much the same as in previous games, except for the addition of a new team and some new pokemon. The issues of Sun/Moon were fixed but this still felt more like a DLC and not a full game. It was the first time ever I felt buyers remorse with a Pokemon game and I regret a lot paying full price for it. Still, if you never played Sun/Moon you should go for this one.… Expand
  47. Demiurugyus
    Feb 24, 2019
    10
    Its combination of a great varied region, story and pokemon to catch makes me consider those paired versions here the top games in the pokemon franshice. The competitive side of things is better than it has ever been too.
  48. SamComedian
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    Mi puntuación a Pokémon Ultra Luna es de 9, me explico;
    Una muy buena duración, a un ritmo tranquilo en la historia se llega a las 40 horas ( además del postgame que está en torno a las 5-6 horas ). Yo no jugué a Pokémon Luna, pero para quienes cojan este Ultraluna o Ultrasol por primera vez, les hará volver a la infancia de cuando jugaban a Rojo, Azul o Amarillo. En mi opinión un muy    Mi puntuación a Pokémon Ultra Luna es de 9, me explico;
    Una muy buena duración, a un ritmo tranquilo en la historia se llega a las 40 horas ( además del postgame que está en torno a las 5-6 horas ). Yo no jugué a Pokémon Luna, pero para quienes cojan este Ultraluna o Ultrasol por primera vez, les hará volver a la infancia de cuando jugaban a Rojo, Azul o Amarillo. En mi opinión un muy buen juego de Pokémon como hacía tiempo que no veíamos uno. Buena banda sonora, una región muy conseguida y divertida, con nuevos Pokémon muy interesantes. Le doy un 9 sobre 10, me lo he pasado muy bien con éste Pokémon Ultraluna ( comparándolo con juegos de su plataforma, 3DS ). Mi decimoséptima crítica u/o review.    … Expand
  49. priimeg
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Best pokemon game I played, bought both versions to trade. Journeying as the player was really fun
  50. WeskerMillenia
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    This is the pinnacle of Pokemon as of when I write this review, the best pokemon game and such worthy the investment be you a casual or hardcore fan. There are so, so many areas to explore.

    It had both small and mid size additions (like hidden bottles with messages to deliver and daily secrets in all areas after you beat them, or the photobooth, such a simple thing yet me and my friends    This is the pinnacle of Pokemon as of when I write this review, the best pokemon game and such worthy the investment be you a casual or hardcore fan. There are so, so many areas to explore.

    It had both small and mid size additions (like hidden bottles with messages to deliver and daily secrets in all areas after you beat them, or the photobooth, such a simple thing yet me and my friends would spend hours on it) and big ones (like the postgame that is so unbelievably stuffed with things to do, only johto's kanto visit can compare), so even in the first island you're drowned in all the additions to a previous game that was already one of the best pokemon games.    … Expand
  51. W-Lights
    Dec 2, 2018
    10
    The game never gets boring and the content amount may be a series-wide record. The basis game is worked over SM, but its aditions go from extra characters and an extra plot, vast postgame material, new pokemon, re-organized routes, a new mode in the battle tree, the introduction of the battle agency, of totem stickers, of the photo club, the gym were you can battle side characters, and twoThe game never gets boring and the content amount may be a series-wide record. The basis game is worked over SM, but its aditions go from extra characters and an extra plot, vast postgame material, new pokemon, re-organized routes, a new mode in the battle tree, the introduction of the battle agency, of totem stickers, of the photo club, the gym were you can battle side characters, and two side game systems, where you ride a mantine to get records and one where you travel in ultra space to find secret worlds, with possible shinies, legends, UBs etc, both later side games could work as their own games if the devs wanted, I believe. As of right now, usum became my favorite game, made me curious to see what the future holds next.… Expand
  52. ryukenshi
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    Wanna know what a pokemon game full of context, an unforgettable region, cool legends, where tons of effort were clearly put? Play Ultra Moon.
  53. JonahImhere
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    Where other third versions failed completely, USUM and B2 suceeded: Changed the story enough, changed the pokedex enough, even added new pokemon, added entire new concepts that neither the previous game or hell, any pokemon game has had before, fixes mistakes, and most importantly; it did not bored me to death. This is specially important to me as I was replaying every single game to judgeWhere other third versions failed completely, USUM and B2 suceeded: Changed the story enough, changed the pokedex enough, even added new pokemon, added entire new concepts that neither the previous game or hell, any pokemon game has had before, fixes mistakes, and most importantly; it did not bored me to death. This is specially important to me as I was replaying every single game to judge them and yet I wasnt bored by it despite being the latest I played, which I believe says a lot.… Expand
  54. drumguru
    Nov 24, 2018
    8
    Great game, & with the new added features of the surfing & Photo club. As well as the totem stickers & travelling to ultra space to find Ultra beasts & Rainbow rocket. This game is an improvement over the original Pokemon moon.
  55. Yorkishimitsu
    Nov 24, 2018
    10
    -does fix any and all problem sun moon still had
    -tons of differences over sun moon (at the very start, when you get the starter, between first and second islands with the mantines, literally everything after mid-third island etc)
    -TONS of changes (goes from entirely new sections to new pokemon, something no other game ever did in the middle of a generation) -EVEN MORE TONS of    -does fix any and all problem sun moon still had
    -tons of differences over sun moon (at the very start, when you get the starter, between first and second islands with the mantines, literally everything after mid-third island etc)
    -TONS of changes (goes from entirely new sections to new pokemon, something no other game ever did in the middle of a generation)
    -EVEN MORE TONS of improvements (the fixing/improvement of a previous version is superior to what platinum and emerald did for example so they're learning how to make the 'extra games' more relevant)
    -difficulty, secret side missions, ultra beast different dimensions to explore, battle factory lookalike... they made some of the best possible aditions and made one of the best nintendo games    … Expand
  56. joyly
    Nov 22, 2018
    10
    From the start to the finish of my league adventure, it was worthy every second. Building a great team and being the very best while capturing gods and defeating evil, the entire traditional pokemon gameplay is here in its highest quality and conceptual peak
  57. titanictitan
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    I bought both Ultra versions to play with a friend, alongside x and most of the ds games as part of a deal: From a playtime standpout (how much and for how long I can play this and how much we enjoyed) our experience with the Ultras ended up being the better of them all so this is the one I recommend.
  58. smf-smf
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    -- some totems got replaced and the replacements are superior, either stronger or with better strategy
    -you can also collect said totems by receiving them from Oak's cousin
    - there's also one extra trial than before - quicker starting, you get to start traveling with the starter at the very beginning of the game this time - enemy trainers revamped, elite 4, revamped - ubs and the    -- some totems got replaced and the replacements are superior, either stronger or with better strategy
    -you can also collect said totems by receiving them from Oak's cousin
    - there's also one extra trial than before
    - quicker starting, you get to start traveling with the starter at the very beginning of the game this time
    - enemy trainers revamped, elite 4, revamped
    - ubs and the origin of z-moves are now throuly explained    … Expand
  59. Jaccuzi1inear
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Rainbow Rocket saga is one of the biggest and hypest moments in videogame history, and by itself is worth this game existing not to mention all the rest it also offers… Expand
  60. Emerald__T
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    It promised Ultra changes and delivered 100 per cent in promise, this is the Ultra pokémon game.

    Of all sequels, enhances and remakes pokmon ever did, this one is the best. None other beats it in post -game, pokemon to train, story, looks (very good looking compared to almost any other game on the 3ds, only smash and a couple more beat this aspect of it) It's the game with the    It promised Ultra changes and delivered 100 per cent in promise, this is the Ultra pokémon game.

    Of all sequels, enhances and remakes pokmon ever did, this one is the best. None other beats it in post -game, pokemon to train, story, looks (very good looking compared to almost any other game on the 3ds, only smash and a couple more beat this aspect of it)

    It's the game with the highest difficulty in individual battles due balancing and seems made so players would experiment with different gameplay styles into it. Acessibility to breeding, shiny hunts, online battles and trades etc is also all the better here, with the rotomdex making it superior to the already improved elements that SM had brought to the table prior to it. Thats not even entering in the many new areas, pokemon, itens, mantine surf, ultra warp ride poké-pelago etc    … Expand
  61. zeffsrightleg
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Went not expecting much but his was a experience of a life, one of the supreme pokemon games in term of quality, content, variety, etc. It improved so much even though I already loved Sun and Moon and even though I thought there was almost nothing to improve, but they make the good even better. The story has differences but I found it as good as the original. First of all its a hard gameWent not expecting much but his was a experience of a life, one of the supreme pokemon games in term of quality, content, variety, etc. It improved so much even though I already loved Sun and Moon and even though I thought there was almost nothing to improve, but they make the good even better. The story has differences but I found it as good as the original. First of all its a hard game for pokemon standards, that's an objective change that surprised me as pokemon never cared much for it before (games like black were cakewalks despite my love for them), anyone who'd call this easy or that it didnt changed much is trolling you and haven't played because not only each and every island is full of all kinds of extras but oh boy, without spoilers lets say there's a BIG surprise at the end: a real gift to the 20 years of the series.… Expand
  62. pokeanon
    Nov 17, 2018
    5
    It barely improves anything over the original Sun and Moon, but still makes them obsolete. The story is somewhat worse but the pokémon availability is larger as usual in these improved versions. It comes of as an artificial game, with artificial improvements, a forced linear storyline, badly animated cutscenes and a childish feeling to it (Black and White, X and Y were entries that didn'tIt barely improves anything over the original Sun and Moon, but still makes them obsolete. The story is somewhat worse but the pokémon availability is larger as usual in these improved versions. It comes of as an artificial game, with artificial improvements, a forced linear storyline, badly animated cutscenes and a childish feeling to it (Black and White, X and Y were entries that didn't feel so childish). The world-building in Alola is great though. Good designs for new monsters, the concept of Ultra Beasts and Regional variants are welcomed additions to the world of pokémon. Seeing old faces from previous games is always appreciated. Overall, Alola is a nice region but with a badly executed storyline, too easy, and this ultra version barely changed any of those problems. Acceptable at most.… Expand
  63. Marcelinus
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Same as I had to say about my US scoring:
    The postgame is gigantic as a additional version should be and the main game was always exciting, with places to check and the best side games of all pokemon games. I faced the league with a team of Lycanrok, Bewear, Incineroar, Golisopod and Slowbro, was a really fun journey
  64. Piantapiana
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Merece 10, juego con muchas adiciones en particular después de cuando vence la liga, agrega mucho para con Pokémon Sun
  65. Moby_Samus
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Best game I played in the franchise in a long, looong time, I may rank "USUM" as my second favorite overall. It's so polished and the formula works so well, you can feel care went on, no wonder the series hasn't gotten stale (in fact it got less so) unlike others as old as it is. Fully recomended as one of the best times you can get with pokemon named in it, worth every penny.
    For    Best game I played in the franchise in a long, looong time, I may rank "USUM" as my second favorite overall. It's so polished and the formula works so well, you can feel care went on, no wonder the series hasn't gotten stale (in fact it got less so) unlike others as old as it is. Fully recomended as one of the best times you can get with pokemon named in it, worth every penny.
    For *hardcore* side it has movetutors, new online modes, some good new pokemon, good levelling distribution to get them, and some of the extra mini games you can play in certain places could be their own spin-offs and be as revered as stadium, and snap. They're that good.    … Expand
  66. Poru-Povin
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    The best mainline pokemon game in my honest opinion. Excellent core gameplay meets a divine amount of optional content thats really fun.
  67. MatiasMonte
    Sep 19, 2018
    10
    Pretty good as games, imo the best in core series. Full of heartwarming characters.
  68. Amora
    Aug 28, 2018
    8
    Ultra Moon is pretty good, but has some flaws. But some good stuff about the game is that, the characters feel alive, and I do like some mechanics they fit in, and the graphics in this game are incredible for a 3DS game. But some flaws with the game, there is too much dialogue, really you can't walk down a street in this game without 15 freaking interruptions! And, also Game Freak might ofUltra Moon is pretty good, but has some flaws. But some good stuff about the game is that, the characters feel alive, and I do like some mechanics they fit in, and the graphics in this game are incredible for a 3DS game. But some flaws with the game, there is too much dialogue, really you can't walk down a street in this game without 15 freaking interruptions! And, also Game Freak might of added a bit too much, cause it's pretty hard to navigate almost anything, even with a map its confusing sometimes. I know they were trying to stand out, but its really unneeded. In general, I like this game its pretty good, but as good as Pokemon XY? No way.… Expand
  69. Bald_Strikes
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon are the greatest pair of games in pokemon since inception, bar none other. As a fan of the series as a whole, it hurts me to make such comparisions as all games have had strong points until now but I say it being a fan since Red and Blue came out so long ago. They are the most polished games and all core mechanics feel like they are at their best.

    What surprised    Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon are the greatest pair of games in pokemon since inception, bar none other. As a fan of the series as a whole, it hurts me to make such comparisions as all games have had strong points until now but I say it being a fan since Red and Blue came out so long ago. They are the most polished games and all core mechanics feel like they are at their best.

    What surprised me the most playing it was not the changes and additions to enrich the games of Sun and Moon (who mind you were also very good and if the Ultras didn't existed they'd be maybe the best game in the series instead), but how it feels like it succeeded in all it tried, just like with Sun and Moon, it didn't just changed things, but it MATTERED and it WORKED.

    The games are the hardest a pokemon game has been, mostly by giving actual strategy and thought to the enemies and bosses. Totems specially. The level design is great and looks beautiful, as with the predecessor there's no grid, making the routes feel like real, natural places, and making you put more thought in how to find its hidden secrets. Catching all pokemon, training them, battling, breeding, all seems tweaked to make them more pleasant to do. the QoL changes were massive and the region is better, including an extra trial to do.

    There's new things to do that can expand immensely your play-time even if you don't care about on-line trades and battles, from small add-ups like letting you play and interact with wild pokemon or having more z-crystals to find and collect, to bigger time-sinkers, like how you can:

    -literally surf on top of a pokemon to compete for the highest score in multiple tracks

    -find hidden secrets everywhere with new NPCs that weren't there before, some have small stories relating to a pokemon or a secret event

    -travel the multiverse on top of a beast and find legendaries, shinies or Ultra beasts depending on how well you play and again fight for the best score. There's also new Ultra Beasts and their lore was revamped a lot.

    -face an entire new saga in the postgame, who was also expanded a lot too by the way

    -fight the new Battle tree mode that lets you go all out with no restrictions
    And that's the top of my head only.

    Everything that I praised in Sun and Moon is either back or better, plus more, making this feel like a worthy replay instead of how previous games like Crystal or Yellow would feel as the same with no changes. I'd say the changes here by far surpassed previous examples the series itself gave, even though those games are some I really enjoy too.

    I go as far as to say the Alola part of this long series is not just composed of amazing games, they also feel like a love letter to the fans, from the real challenge it brings as the hardest games, to improving and callibrating the content from its predecessors, to the whole mentioned above post-game plotline, that brings a decent challenge mixed with a nostalgia trip that brings so many characters back from all gens. You can even restart the game multiple times and it will feel as if its the first since there's so many options to pokemon in your team, helps that without hms I can do monotype runs and other gimmicks by myself too, which would before be gimped by restrictions that aren't put on you anymore.    … Expand
  70. DRAKEDRAKSDREKE
    Jul 9, 2018
    10
    The Best game for hardcore and longtime pokemon players: tons to explore so it never gets bored and harder than previous ones. S/M was already one of the best in the franchise, but here we have its setup with more enhancements, much more content and polished to a shine. Unlike previous third versions that felt like just the same game but better, here the Ultras feels like a whole new pointThe Best game for hardcore and longtime pokemon players: tons to explore so it never gets bored and harder than previous ones. S/M was already one of the best in the franchise, but here we have its setup with more enhancements, much more content and polished to a shine. Unlike previous third versions that felt like just the same game but better, here the Ultras feels like a whole new point of view in the Alola adventure and story, bringing in new flavors and feelings that justify its existence way better than some of them did.… Expand
  71. Jtrapdoor1
    Jun 7, 2018
    6
    I wanted to give this a better review, I really did but I cannot. The game is near identical to Pokemon Moon with not enough changes to warrant buying the game if you own Moon/Sun already. If you are still going to buy one of the games, by from the Ultra series as it has a bit more in it than regular Moon/Sun. Also, hope you love hand holding because there is plenty of it in this game
  72. Matias8654
    Jun 2, 2018
    8
    Nos encontramos con una versión mejorada de Sol-Luna, que incluye a incorporación del legendario Necrozma pero a rasgos generales no deja de ser el mismo juego solo incluye un portal con el cual puedes viajar en el tiempo y atrapar pokemones legendarios de otras ediciones y la posibilidad de capturar pokemon's shiny lo cual hace mas emocionante el juego, ademas pelear el campeonato deNos encontramos con una versión mejorada de Sol-Luna, que incluye a incorporación del legendario Necrozma pero a rasgos generales no deja de ser el mismo juego solo incluye un portal con el cual puedes viajar en el tiempo y atrapar pokemones legendarios de otras ediciones y la posibilidad de capturar pokemon's shiny lo cual hace mas emocionante el juego, ademas pelear el campeonato de Alola contra Tilo y no contra el profesor le da una vuelta mas emocionante… Expand
  73. AIZEN-Sosuke
    May 29, 2018
    10
    I truly liked those games, I liked every pokemon game till now, playing since gen 1, but this was truly a top, and best 3rd one. Sun and moon were cool, but ultra upped it by the thousands, giving me thousands of good memories of gen 7 already
  74. MegaKyuremFlame
    May 20, 2018
    10
    SM brought many additions to the table but it was its followups that managed to make gen 7 feel finished and fulifilled, being objectively one of the best pokemon games in the entire series and by far surpassing the likes of previous follow-up versions, like platinum and emerald, that didn't added even a fraction of the impressing mountains of content usum brought.

    The story has unique    SM brought many additions to the table but it was its followups that managed to make gen 7 feel finished and fulifilled, being objectively one of the best pokemon games in the entire series and by far surpassing the likes of previous follow-up versions, like platinum and emerald, that didn't added even a fraction of the impressing mountains of content usum brought.

    The story has unique new characters unlike any previous pokemon, the new forms are many, look cool and are highly useful in battle, the difficulty is higher than any other pokemon period, the surfing game never gets old... One of the best experiences a pokemon player can have with the series to this day.    … Expand
  75. Gallade21
    Apr 19, 2018
    10
    Strongest 3ds games, I recommend it a lot, good story, fun boss battles, an interesting post-game story, and the new forms like Necrozma's and the new UBs look great
  76. Origins_N
    Apr 18, 2018
    10
    Best story, many new areas and some of the best sidegames in any pokemon game. If you group crystal, emerald, platinum and yellow together and multiply it by 5, it also won't have as many changed from the originals as the ultra versions had so it's also the best "third/improved version" the series has gotten to this point. Add in the highened difficulty and many sidegames and it's the bestBest story, many new areas and some of the best sidegames in any pokemon game. If you group crystal, emerald, platinum and yellow together and multiply it by 5, it also won't have as many changed from the originals as the ultra versions had so it's also the best "third/improved version" the series has gotten to this point. Add in the highened difficulty and many sidegames and it's the best 3ds pokemon games… Expand
  77. Hell-Sing-Champ
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    Harder and more dynamic than SM. Includes new pokemon and characters not before present in the game. The beginning is also changed and quicker, with you getting your starter way earlier instead of during the festival held by the Kahuna. This change and many others made the game way more dynamic at the beginning, with the "middle" improved with things like the new surfing parts of the gameHarder and more dynamic than SM. Includes new pokemon and characters not before present in the game. The beginning is also changed and quicker, with you getting your starter way earlier instead of during the festival held by the Kahuna. This change and many others made the game way more dynamic at the beginning, with the "middle" improved with things like the new surfing parts of the game and extra quests, and the ending getting a whole new boss fight in a new area.… Expand
  78. Vidya_
    Apr 11, 2018
    5
    This game is overall the same as sun and moon with small changes here and there that do not make the playthrough specially refreshing. The beginning is tedious and too long, I like to refer to it as an hour+ long tutorial. Throughout the playtrough I'm constantly forced into long dialogue sections inbetween new areas/towns, it's annoying. You still can't skip cut scenes and there's way tooThis game is overall the same as sun and moon with small changes here and there that do not make the playthrough specially refreshing. The beginning is tedious and too long, I like to refer to it as an hour+ long tutorial. Throughout the playtrough I'm constantly forced into long dialogue sections inbetween new areas/towns, it's annoying. You still can't skip cut scenes and there's way too much dialogue, most of it is the same as the last game so it's really really boring to sit through. So the major con of this game is all the dialogue and cutscenes. As for the difficulty, it's an improvement over the original games. I had a bad team with no fire type and it made things harder for me personally, i turned off the exp share and turned it back on once i had 6 pokemon in my team and i've been the same level as enemy trainers. The legendary battle is the hardest part of the game, surprisingly.

    I liked the new selection of pokemon though, i was really happy to have a mareep/ampharos in my team again, its one of my favorite pokemon ever. I felt like there was a lack of fire types though, besides marowak and salazzle. Also, the catchrate for necrozma is 255. Which means it has the same catchrate as route 1 pokemon, lol.

    I highly recommend this game if you HAVE NOT played sun and moon yet, but if you have, then don't bother.    … Expand
  79. Fro_Ring
    Apr 10, 2018
    10
    Very close to be the best pokemon games ever made. Lots of extras, fixings and improvements over the previous ones. Longer story too, and thats without even mentioning the online battles and trading.
  80. neehawgamer
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a really great game! i'm not an emotional type, so video game characters don't usually get to me.
    But Rotom Dex did! i also really like the fact that all the legendaries ever are catchable.
    All in all, a success for Nintendo!    … Expand
  81. sans_is_Clyde__
    Mar 11, 2018
    10
    As the successor to SM, it has positive changes galore, most are late in the story or in the post-game, the biggest in pokemon history, but the beginning is full of differences, and there's new details and secrets to find between trials, so I never got bored. If you are thinking about getting either version. go on and Do it, they are undebatedly some of the best pokemon in over
  82. Daven_Seaworthy
    Mar 4, 2018
    10
    Better dex distribution, new surprise ending, multiple new Pokemon, new moves, different beginning, all nonevent legendaries, new tracks complements previous GREAT ones, o-powers back with new name, a HUGE postgame surprise in some surprising characters and the strongest "final boss" ever in the series (and I'm talking about the story, not the champion, but that is a surprise too) Moon wasBetter dex distribution, new surprise ending, multiple new Pokemon, new moves, different beginning, all nonevent legendaries, new tracks complements previous GREAT ones, o-powers back with new name, a HUGE postgame surprise in some surprising characters and the strongest "final boss" ever in the series (and I'm talking about the story, not the champion, but that is a surprise too) Moon was good but Ultra Moon manages more in every way.… Expand
  83. Queen__Ivz
    Mar 4, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Can't find anything I dislike, and all that I liked in Moon was made superior here. And Team Rainbow Rocket is just spetacular, Giovani and co treated as the great chars they are, some even more than in their original games, we get to see how they would be had they won their original plans.… Expand
  84. LawsofLeftover
    Mar 3, 2018
    10
    The whimsical music, characters, story, new pokemon etc of SM is back with more additions in a way more complete region, there's way more to do,explore,discover,achieve and go out of your way in Alola this time compare to before. As a long time fan who played since the first gens, I give it a 10/10 and recommend it. In fact since it's a better version of Sun and Moon, I recommend it overThe whimsical music, characters, story, new pokemon etc of SM is back with more additions in a way more complete region, there's way more to do,explore,discover,achieve and go out of your way in Alola this time compare to before. As a long time fan who played since the first gens, I give it a 10/10 and recommend it. In fact since it's a better version of Sun and Moon, I recommend it over any previous pokemon.… Expand
  85. shooreanna
    Mar 1, 2018
    10
    These versions are the most exciting pokemon game I play in years, with a good story too. In the Nintendo 3ds, this is without competition the best game with the ""pokemon"" name on it
  86. SSJSSKuririn
    Mar 1, 2018
    10
    Not only this game improve in all that Sun and Moon versions from the previous year created, but it also has a much better post-game, with a lot more (and better) to do, from catching legends, to exploring new worlds, to a whole new plotline that didn't even existed in Sun/Moon yet, to many returning characters from all previous games (not just Sun/Moon) making this one of the best pokemonNot only this game improve in all that Sun and Moon versions from the previous year created, but it also has a much better post-game, with a lot more (and better) to do, from catching legends, to exploring new worlds, to a whole new plotline that didn't even existed in Sun/Moon yet, to many returning characters from all previous games (not just Sun/Moon) making this one of the best pokemon games in the franchise many years.… Expand
  87. OctolingRift
    Feb 28, 2018
    0
    This game is very disappointing for people that played the originals, which were also very disappointing. Despite having time to make this game better it instead is still filled with frame drops and has the same slow and tedious gameplay. If you're looking for a good Pokemon game then go play OrAs
  88. yggSSparappRR
    Feb 14, 2018
    10
    I commented how Sun and Moon were some of the best things relating to pokemon to ever be published, well the Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon games are said best thing with tons of additions and enhanced to its ultimate level. It has the qualities of the earlier ones obviously, but also new content, from characters to game aspects, despite being a third version, it actually bothers to change itsI commented how Sun and Moon were some of the best things relating to pokemon to ever be published, well the Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon games are said best thing with tons of additions and enhanced to its ultimate level. It has the qualities of the earlier ones obviously, but also new content, from characters to game aspects, despite being a third version, it actually bothers to change its content and add a lot on every part of it, including new pokemon even. The complete opposite of Platinum for example, which disappointed me back in the day by being an exact clone of Pearl with fixed pokedex. That's not the case here, even playing Ultra games just after the previous ones still works (again unlike pearl to platinum). It's also hard to those who seek it, through I believe it's a game anyone can start as with every pokemon. The online is very active right now, as everyday I can find something interesting in Wonder Trade or battle with trainers from all over the world.… Expand
  89. MegacourageTak
    Feb 12, 2018
    9
    After finishing the robust main and post game stories, I keep coming back to do trades, battle tree, battle spot, hunts of shiny coloured pokemon and more. Can't recommend it enough to people who still play their 3ds/2ds
  90. mefzeldernx
    Feb 11, 2018
    9
    Si no jugaste Pokémon Sun/Moon adentrarse a los juegos Ultra es la mejor opción. Los juegos refinan mucho a sus predecesores y aumentan la calidad del RPG bastante, aunque si tuviste las versiones anteriores el juego va a ser decepcionante ya que es en un 90% lo mismo.
    Tener la chance de capturar todos los pokémon de la saga, poder jugar competitivamente y con una mejor interfaz y seguir    Si no jugaste Pokémon Sun/Moon adentrarse a los juegos Ultra es la mejor opción. Los juegos refinan mucho a sus predecesores y aumentan la calidad del RPG bastante, aunque si tuviste las versiones anteriores el juego va a ser decepcionante ya que es en un 90% lo mismo.
    Tener la chance de capturar todos los pokémon de la saga, poder jugar competitivamente y con una mejor interfaz y seguir encontrando personajes nostálgicos hacen de "Pokémon Ultra Moon" una buena adquisición.
    Aunque hay un gran "Pero" y es que si ya jugaste los juegos del año pasado los añadidos no hacen valer el precio de un juego totalmente nuevo ya que puede ser aburrido volver a recorrer los pasos recién realizados.    … Expand
  91. vacationingRed
    Feb 11, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fullified everything it set out to do:

    *adding new additional content you wouldn't ever dream of/predict by seing Moon (surf on the back of a Mantine, Team Rocket, ultra-beast worlds)

    *fixing Moon few shortcomings (victory road now has trainers, Mina has an actual trial, blush mountain has now an evolution area, move tutors are back at full)

    *and keeping what worked and was good from Moon (like having trials and totems instead of gyms)    … Expand
  92. baanterbox
    Feb 9, 2018
    10
    Having beaten the Elite 4 long ago, I still find myself going back to these games as there's lots to do and it's just enjoyable to play. In my point of view, they are the strongest games and generation.
  93. DanShelley
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    Undoubtedly the best Pokémon game in years! Alola has one of the most iconic plots of all time!
  94. Ocarina_Crews
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    The game to pick both for the best single-play but also if you want to do official online battles, tournaments, interactive games, or trade with people around the world, as it's where the active pokemon players all are now. They also brought in a new interactive facility in the pokemon agency, something I truly missed from the days of friend safari.
  95. Zangiefzzzzzzzz
    Feb 1, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Expected the same game, instead its changes sufficed to feel new and different despite being a retelling. The new post-game makes it even more so, and the Giovanni plot-line was a surprising twist as I didn't spoiled myself nor watched any promotional material, his presence, him having a Mewtwo and in a Master-Ball of all things, the Rockets being back, the other team bad-guys, the puzzles.. only missed Jessie James but I believe they are non-canon.. that whole Rainbow Rocket thing sure was a highlight.… Expand
  96. IndieCrit
    Feb 1, 2018
    9
    I am very pleased. I thought this would turn out worse. It has many new features, most of which please me very much. It surpasses the originals. In my original review, I gave it a worse score. However, this expanded version is all worth it.
  97. MAZZEaEPELLI
    Jan 31, 2018
    10
    The Sun & Moon edition games were already awesome pokemon games in all fronts, so the Ultra editions already had a headstart in its quality, world and battles. Only thing needed was to bring enough changes from the previous ones, which they did in all fronts, and even in unexpected areas, there's even all-new pokemon.
  98. H0000-Halves
    Jan 31, 2018
    9
    I found many pros in this game including the new side-roles you take to aid npcs, the new OST, the characters, the archipelago in which you play with the pc box pokemon and most of all: Team Skull.
  99. Scrubba-DrivE
    Jan 30, 2018
    10
    Go-to game for newcomers, old players and people who were away from the series, also very fresh, just like the previous games, gyms were replaced so I can finally have a journey about something else in such rich world as the pokemon one. This time the game gets harder too, with all the totems using better strategies and more developed trials and some changing completely. A very differentGo-to game for newcomers, old players and people who were away from the series, also very fresh, just like the previous games, gyms were replaced so I can finally have a journey about something else in such rich world as the pokemon one. This time the game gets harder too, with all the totems using better strategies and more developed trials and some changing completely. A very different experience than its predecessors, but in a positive way.… Expand
  100. JangoWoodsD
    Jan 29, 2018
    10
    One of the best pokemon games by far, that can't be argues. The mantine and ultra-wormhole transports control well and fit the region's theme and give us the best shiny hunt method ever, the post-game is now MASSIVE and bigger than before, you can still access through the menu Refresh and Pelago: among the best ways you could ever interact with your pokemon, you're able to catch the totemOne of the best pokemon games by far, that can't be argues. The mantine and ultra-wormhole transports control well and fit the region's theme and give us the best shiny hunt method ever, the post-game is now MASSIVE and bigger than before, you can still access through the menu Refresh and Pelago: among the best ways you could ever interact with your pokemon, you're able to catch the totem pokemon... even the photo club which I didn't put faith on before ended up being interesting and fun enough to spend hours in. That's how you do a definitive version of a previous game, it changed a lot the point it blows platinum and other previous third versions out of the water by making them look like carbon copies of predecessors.… Expand
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#4 Best 3DS Game of 2017
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#3 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2017
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#8 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2017

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. RPGamer
    Apr 2, 2018
    80
    Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon is still fantastic, especially since the original was a major shake-up to the decades-old Pokémon formula. The update may be overly samey to someone who has already played Sun & Moon, but it does improve upon the base game in several ways. The new version is a must for newcomers to either this current generation or to Pokémon in general.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2018
    80
    Pokémons improved in a visual and gameplay way. Devs could let go the monster management, but otherwise the changes are definitely for the better. If you have a weak spot for Pokémons, this is your game. [Issue#282]
  3. Nintendojo
    Feb 15, 2018
    91
    Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon are the definitive versions of Generation VII. Fans that already made the trip to the Alola region might find that it takes a while to get to the juiciest new additions to the game, but diehard Pokémon fans and those that held off on Sun and Moon will find a lot to enjoy. The games are truly robust experiences, and the new additions help flesh out a game that was already quite strong. I could detail more about the story changes and enhancements, Mantine surfing or Team Rainbow Rocket, but not much else needs to be said. This is a terrific Pokémon experience that has only gotten better.
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