Pokemon X

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1544 Ratings

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  1. Topoide
    Sep 11, 2023
    8
    Es un buen juego de pokemon y el añadido de la megaevolucion suma mucho pero ademas de eso no tiene mucho contenido
  2. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Trash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  3. fnenamg
    Sep 8, 2023
    5
    This game is virtually unfinished. There's just too much missing.
  4. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    7
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!! pX
  5. Visitbr
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    sem sombra de duvida o melhor pokemon de todos, ele usa o 3d de maneira incrível, a região de kalos é fenomenal
  6. AJCk19
    Aug 2, 2023
    8
    Everything was great about this game, but it still lacked being challenging. It was far too easy, can you at least give us a difficulty setting?
  7. sathvik_
    Aug 1, 2023
    5
    This is where these games started deteriorating in quality. I used to think this was good but now that i gave it a re run its pretty mid
  8. kingmike1908
    Jun 25, 2023
    8
    The story was good loved the towns and the main city was rly cool. don't have much negative things to say about the game but it was so **** easy with mega evolutions making the game beatable even if u where a 2 year old.
  9. AnthonyStf
    Jun 18, 2023
    7
    Probably the easiest pokemon game but It's still very fun.
    ORAS Better

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    "AnthonySTF will be going away to far ne land from hear that? If you dont hear it"
  10. JasonFajardo
    Jun 2, 2023
    8
    This game is great for casual people who wants to go through the Pokémon franchise. The difficulty of this one it's kind of a theme in the Pokémon community with most of them claiming that it's way too easy but i think that's not a bad thing. As i said before the game it's perfect to make new people interested in the franchise. The 3D makes the game look great, Kalos it's a beautifulThis game is great for casual people who wants to go through the Pokémon franchise. The difficulty of this one it's kind of a theme in the Pokémon community with most of them claiming that it's way too easy but i think that's not a bad thing. As i said before the game it's perfect to make new people interested in the franchise. The 3D makes the game look great, Kalos it's a beautiful region and probably has the best map of all principal games. The looks of the towns with the atmosphere it's also beautiful, the 69 new Pokémon doesn't look as bad as the Unova's ones, of course there's some that are just bad like Barbaracle but in every Pokémon game there's at least three or four designs that sucks. In general this game it's a great experience if you want to relax and have fun.… Expand
  11. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    8
    76/100 super underrated, wish there was more postgame though. or a pokemon Z. .
  12. RatingRating
    May 28, 2023
    3
    The only reason I am giving it a rating as high as 3 is because this gave Game Freak some experience towards making better 3d games. These games in everything were bad. They were way too easy, I do not remember the post game at all, They give yo a billion starters and worst of all, you do not even fight a Mega Evolution until Lysandre... LYSANDRE!!! The Elite Four also do not have anyThe only reason I am giving it a rating as high as 3 is because this gave Game Freak some experience towards making better 3d games. These games in everything were bad. They were way too easy, I do not remember the post game at all, They give yo a billion starters and worst of all, you do not even fight a Mega Evolution until Lysandre... LYSANDRE!!! The Elite Four also do not have any Megas and ya don't fight one until the champion!?!? The new gimmick was completely overshadowed, even though it was a solid gimmick. It also was a shame because they did not put Mega Evolutions in the story. Imagine a game where scientists try to evolve Pokemon even further than Mega Evolution, and you have to stop them and at the end, fight an even more difficult boss (Probably Charizard because it is Game Freak's favorite child). I know it would have taken a lot more time to make, but instead of ORAS, they could have given us this. But the Pokemon were very cool. Trust me, it took me very long to not give this game a 5, just because it had Mega Gengar.… Expand
  13. romapavlov
    May 15, 2023
    8
  14. NylonYT
    May 11, 2023
    7
    This is an alright game though I think again, Pokemon isnt for me. Every pokemon game starts off wonderfully but after like the 3rd gym, it becomes a repetitive slog, though I at least got to around halfway through the game before I put this one down.
  15. Garde_Mystik
    Apr 27, 2023
    9
    Pokemon XY + ORAS allowed you to complete the entire Gen 6 National Pokedex, all the way up to 721 (after mythical events). The competitive scenes were absolutely revolutionary for their time. Gen 6 featured a bigger Smogon than ever and the two most recognizable VGC tours to this date. The Vs. Recorder was a sandbox that allowed you to create matches against AIs in any way you wanted.Pokemon XY + ORAS allowed you to complete the entire Gen 6 National Pokedex, all the way up to 721 (after mythical events). The competitive scenes were absolutely revolutionary for their time. Gen 6 featured a bigger Smogon than ever and the two most recognizable VGC tours to this date. The Vs. Recorder was a sandbox that allowed you to create matches against AIs in any way you wanted. This worked especially if you had 2 consoles with 2 compatible games. Gen 6 had the best online system to this date with the PSS having extremely convenient interface. Gen 6 introduced 3D models and advanced interaction with your Pokemon, allowing you to connect with them more. The 3DS games had some of the deepest lore in the series to talk about with other people. Super Secret Bases in ORAS ensured the Hoenn region was kept alive with something new and refreshing potentially coming every day. The introduction of megas were amazing and they gave the series so much life. This mechanic aimed to focus more on connecting the player to the Pokemon they have, unlike Dynamax and Terastallization. Gen 6 also expanded on shinies to make them more feasible to obtain, which gave rise to a dedicated shiny hunting community. Gen 6 was a time where the entire Pokemon community was at its most united since Gen 1, all because it mastered the fundamentals of what made Pokemon stand out while also leaving a lot to play with and discuss. You could really catch them all and aim to be the very best, like no one ever was.

    I'm putting this up just for X in case I want to use Y to elaborate on my thoughts on XY specifically. atm I just wanted to give this game a score. I didn't give this game a 10, because in most aspects, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire outclass them and these games lack extra content in comparison to your typical upper version or remake games prior to Gen 8. They're still quite useful for collecting Pokemon in a way no other Pokemon game as of current can achieve and alongside Sun and Moon, are the best Pokemon games to introduce a generation.    … Expand
  16. Jesus_Saves
    Apr 19, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ever since I was a kid, I had always wanted to play this game. Eventually I grew up and decided to buy a 3DS to play some games I had always wanted to, but couldn't because I was a kid, and my parents wouldn't let me. Looking upon it now as an adult, and not being into the Pokémon franchise as I once did, I have to say this game is pretty alright.

    Even after almost a decade the graphics are still really great in my opinion. This ties well into the theme of beauty that this game is about. Other factors such as the fashion and clothing of the NPCs as well as your own character, the elegant music, the goals of Team Flare, the new 3D models, and much more make this game's theme ring strong.

    As great as the theme is, there is not much underneath. Kalos is mostly style, with not much substance. The characters are not that great, and there are too many of them, especially your rivals. Other than Lysandre learning that it is not up to him to determine what is beautiful and what is not, as well as either Serena or Calem possibly learning something (I cannot remember), there is really no character development among any of them. I enjoy the ideas behind the rivals, namely with Trevor functioning as a unique rival who tries to catch more Pokémon than you. I barely caught any Pokémon my entire playthrough, and I don't remember him ever catching more than me, so he was a waste of a character. Tierno is largely forgettable, but I think he is not a total waste since he is into dancing, and that ties into the theme of beauty, since dance can be elegant and beautiful. Shauna was interesting since she had feelings for your character, but that went nowhere. Serena or Calem is your main rival, and they themselves are forgettable. In addition to this, the champion Diana is weak and also not particularly memorable.

    The new features added in this game are quite good. I like Mega-Evolution, the new 3D models, as well as the new fairy type. There were not a whole lot of new Pokémon added this generation, but many new Mega-Evolutions were added, so I'll give it a pass. Some say the EXP share made the game too easy, but it can be turned off, so to me it is not a big deal. It comes in handy when you have to fight the Elite 4 and Champion, so you don't have to grind. Even with it off the game is pretty easy, but not a complete breeze.

    The post-game was lack luster. Hanging out with Looker and catching remaining legendaries, as well as Battle maison were not awful, but nothing great. They could have let you go into the Power Plant and delved deeper into the lore of Zygard, but those were missed opportunites.

    Overall, this game is worth playing, but it certainly is not the best. As I said before, it is mostly style with too little substance.    … Expand
  17. Beatsaberzzz
    Jan 31, 2023
    7
    As someone who played this game 10 years after it was released I have to say it is amazing. The story is so cool, the implementation of mega evolution was awesome, and even for a 3ds game it looks so good. However it is really easy which is something I do not appreciate with the newer pokemon games but if you can get past the super easy battles then this game is so cool and you shouldAs someone who played this game 10 years after it was released I have to say it is amazing. The story is so cool, the implementation of mega evolution was awesome, and even for a 3ds game it looks so good. However it is really easy which is something I do not appreciate with the newer pokemon games but if you can get past the super easy battles then this game is so cool and you should definitely try it.… Expand
  18. ND-Bringer
    Jan 18, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pokemon X and Y is a sugar coated adventure. While I consider the Diamond and Pearl remakes to be the worst games the core series, originally, I considered these games to be the weakest in the series. When your first 3D Pokemon adventure opens up with a route level that consists of nothing but a straight, barren path, doesn't the world of Kalos feel unfinished?

    There are lots of empty caves with no Pokemon to be found such as the Chamber of Emptiness. Their are multiple sections of the power plant level that can't be accessed. The Unknown Dungeon isn't actually a dungeon. The secret floor of Lysandre Labs is a copy and paste job. It's a very underwhelming world to explore.

    While most of the graphics are very appealing and the music is excellent, the gameplay itself is incredibly stale. At first, the level design doesn't seem so bad, even with overpowered Experience Share. But once you unlock the ability to Mega Evolve three badges into the game, the rest of the adventure is a cakewalk. And with the unnecessary support of all the rare gift Pokemon thrown into the mix, it doesn't take too long for any player to become unstoppable.

    And if you're hoping to just enjoy this game for the story and the interaction of Kalos' lore, think again. Because unlike the anime, this world is void of personality. Your four rivals are nothing but walking tutorials. Important characters like Champion Diantha and AZ barely do anything in the game. The Professor's assistants are so forgettable that I used to believe their first appearance was in Sun and Moon. And Team Flare are nothing but unfunny narcissists.

    The majority of this game is nothing but Pokemon cliches. Which really kills the replay value. One of the most important things to get right in a role playing game, is the feeling of freedom. When you prevent your players from exploring a giant city until they earn four more badges, it kills the inspiration for exploration. When a villain gives you the ability to activate the ultimate weapon and it does not impact the story in any way, it feels like a pointless decision. And when almost every level is ridiculously easy to complete, no matter how many different kinds of monsters you try to squeeze into the game, their is no reason for players to strive and make more powerful teams.

    I don't get the appeal of this game, it treats its players like spoiled children constantly rewarding them with pseudo legendaries and overpowered abilities. All the emotional scenes feel forced and unearned due to how generic the quest feels. This game puts me to sleep. Stick to the X and Y anime.    … Expand
  19. SlowbroLin
    Dec 23, 2022
    10
    Best Pokemon game ever! The graph is awesome. And the Mega Evolution is a genius idea, make the battle more funny!
  20. AlexMakesToast
    Dec 16, 2022
    7
    X = 7/10
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  21. Elveroliveira1
    Nov 9, 2022
    9
    This game is spectacular from start to finish, in addition to being the first pokemon game in 3d, it introduces a new mechanic that makes old pokemons even cooler and more interesting for new players and for those who have been following for a longer time. mechanics are introduced, but in my opinion the first is the most important and the mega evolution one was perfectly introduced and theThis game is spectacular from start to finish, in addition to being the first pokemon game in 3d, it introduces a new mechanic that makes old pokemons even cooler and more interesting for new players and for those who have been following for a longer time. mechanics are introduced, but in my opinion the first is the most important and the mega evolution one was perfectly introduced and the graphics at the time were the best, the mix of generations and also the escape from the generic were very well incremented, for example: in every generation the characteristics of the trainer were always the same and in this for the first time the players could change the appearance of the trainer at will, also in all the games the famous bicycles were obtained in the same way and they were the only means of transport we could have access whenever we wanted, in this one we have skates, cars and bicycles. Now, the best point of this game is the gameplay, the gyms, the battles, the scenarios and the main villain are incredible. is to accompany and face. Definitely one of the best pokemon games ever and one of the best 3ds platform games.… Expand
  22. hector_bcn98
    Nov 4, 2022
    7
    La historia es la misma de siempre, te acompañan niños de 6 años con algún que otro problema en la cocorota... Demasiado infantil... y fácil. El más fácil de la franquicia, haciendo que no llegue a comprometer al jugador casi en ningún momento y hasta aburra. La entrada a la franquicia a las tres dimensiones fueron decepcionantes y la jugada se volvió a repetir en Switch. Qué pena.
  23. ZangBang
    Oct 24, 2022
    3
    36/100
    Pokémon X marks the beginning of Pokémon's 3D era, and the game takes advantage of that with more cinematic shots, the introduction of character customization and a feature that after almost 20 years of franchise finally allows players to pet and feed their Pokémon, leading to the most immersive Pokémon experience yet. Ironically enough, X is also the least interesting Pokémon    36/100
    Pokémon X marks the beginning of Pokémon's 3D era, and the game takes advantage of that with more cinematic shots, the introduction of character customization and a feature that after almost 20 years of franchise finally allows players to pet and feed their Pokémon, leading to the most immersive Pokémon experience yet. Ironically enough, X is also the least interesting Pokémon adventure since Red and Blue, with a storyline full of the same plotpoints that the series has been recycling since the third generation, lacking the character depth of the fifth generation or the mythological depth of the other ones. Kalos lacks the defined identity of the previous regions, being thematically less focused, and yet the journey through it remains decently enjoyable to its grandiose cities and enchating towns immersed in a naturally and artistically luxurious aura emphasized by its orchestral, regal musical pieces. Megaevolutions attempt at revitalizing the repetitive core gameplay formula, but the novelty of it quickly wores off since only a handful of Pokémon can benefit from it, but especially because the game is so insultingly easy that you'll never really need to Megaevolve any of your Pokémon, leaving the repetitive formula of the series devoid of the challenge that made it worthwhile. Level Design, although visually creative, is significantly less deep than the previous games, with an extremely streamlined map structure that rarely gives any meaningful explorative freedom. All of this is aggravated by a meager postgame content that doesn't offer anything significant.    … Expand
  24. Clean
    Oct 10, 2022
    0
    Pokémon X and Y were when the series jumped the shark (or the Sharpedo, to remain in-theme).
    -Started gen 1 pandering (starters and most mega evos being from Kanto)
    -Removed some of BW/BW2 ideas and QoL improvements. -Linear with low difficult level -Poor postgame -Bad story and characters. BW's mature themes are still here, but it generally feels two step backwards compared to gen 5.    Pokémon X and Y were when the series jumped the shark (or the Sharpedo, to remain in-theme).
    -Started gen 1 pandering (starters and most mega evos being from Kanto)
    -Removed some of BW/BW2 ideas and QoL improvements.
    -Linear with low difficult level
    -Poor postgame
    -Bad story and characters. BW's mature themes are still here, but it generally feels two step backwards compared to gen 5.
    -Very incomplete, both in content and story. It still makes me angry that despite the mysteries and hints we never got an XY sequel, with GF making sh*tty ORAS and skipping straight to gen 7.
    I hate it so much I even deleted my 6 year old save data with over 400 hours in it to avoid bad memories.    … Expand
  25. Sinnoh-best
    Sep 29, 2022
    10
    While not perfect, I love it!!! As my 1st Pokemon game the nostalgia in here! A great game!
  26. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    7
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  27. Don_Tano
    Aug 12, 2022
    9
    The first pokemon I played and I really loved it, classic RPG combat system and very well adapted for pokemons, a very wide and complex table of types that makes the game more dynamic, a fairly large map full of npc' s and items to get, the graphics are very good for its time, the soundtrack is also very good and the only thing I didn't like was the story, simple and childish but the gameThe first pokemon I played and I really loved it, classic RPG combat system and very well adapted for pokemons, a very wide and complex table of types that makes the game more dynamic, a fairly large map full of npc' s and items to get, the graphics are very good for its time, the soundtrack is also very good and the only thing I didn't like was the story, simple and childish but the game is very good… Expand
  28. GDsReviews
    May 27, 2022
    1
    Pokemon X and Y are absurdly easy and hollow games, and was shocked by how easy they were to beat. These games introduce the first new type since Gen 2 in Fairy, and the Mega Evolutions that combined upend 5 generations of continuous and logical improvements to the mechanics of the games. After doing an easy blitzkrieg through the game, it then grinds to a complete halt with nothing elsePokemon X and Y are absurdly easy and hollow games, and was shocked by how easy they were to beat. These games introduce the first new type since Gen 2 in Fairy, and the Mega Evolutions that combined upend 5 generations of continuous and logical improvements to the mechanics of the games. After doing an easy blitzkrieg through the game, it then grinds to a complete halt with nothing else to do for the most part. Only thing great about this game was the soundtrack.… Expand
  29. BaldursThones
    Apr 15, 2022
    6
    This game is a decent pokemon game and it introduces fairy types and one of my favourite legendries. There is a lack of end game content though when catching legendries.
  30. yangfanhong
    Mar 27, 2022
    8
    It’s a great game. While it’s a pity that it’s not full 3D-display and there’s too few Legendary Pokémon.
  31. fanmadeendings
    Feb 15, 2022
    7
    A bit bland, but definitely fun main campaign, yet a really lackluster post game. There was a lot of novelty in seeing all the pokemon in 3D for the first time, but after this game, pokemon games unfortunately lost their visual distinctiveness
  32. Ronni_the_red
    Feb 8, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love it! great start to a 3d pokemon era, with allot to do, find all pokemon, shiny hunt, find all mega stones, capture the legendarys and more.… Expand
  33. grimreapersims
    Feb 8, 2022
    9
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  34. Federx
    Jan 30, 2022
    8
    the best online infrastrufture the series ever had, and it's stuck on the goddamn 3ds.
  35. Teddy10
    Jan 27, 2022
    8
    Very good and fun to play. The graphics were
    quite good for 2013 and the gameplay was good. The game was a bit too easy and your pokemon would level up really fast. Overall a very good game.
  36. GenkiYokota
    Jan 27, 2022
    10
    The introduction of the beautiful main saga to 3D, and a glorious update of the foundations of Pokémon.
    The most user-friendly competitive was founded, and the way of combat became richer from now on.
  37. Equiixxx
    Jan 26, 2022
    8
    I didnt enjoy a pokemon game like this since Pokemon Rubi and saphire. Very good! graphics got really better, protagonists design are not dull, i loved Yveltal design, we need more intimidating legendaries. Also a full team of kids is interesting. Wish they developed more megaevolutions instead of that horrible gigamax thing.
  38. Roberino
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Story Line!
    A cool mix of old and new pokemon but I could have been a few more new ones.
    Nethertheless very enjoyable! 6th Gen was the last good Gen in my opinion!
    Mega Evolutions are a great feature just like the Rollerskates.    … Expand
  39. Pineapples2329
    Jul 30, 2021
    6
    I bought a 3ds for this game, and i wasn't disappointed. i loved this game. and it was my first pokemon game. sun and moon, oras, black and white, and diamond and pearl are just LEAGUES above this. its literally so easy i could beat it with my eyes closed. it discourages you from using new pokemon by giving you lucario and gen 1 starters for free, and its overall disappointing afterI bought a 3ds for this game, and i wasn't disappointed. i loved this game. and it was my first pokemon game. sun and moon, oras, black and white, and diamond and pearl are just LEAGUES above this. its literally so easy i could beat it with my eyes closed. it discourages you from using new pokemon by giving you lucario and gen 1 starters for free, and its overall disappointing after playing the others. i recommend buying a different pokemon game.… Expand
  40. manuel812
    May 29, 2021
    3
    el comienzo de la decadencia de pokemon primero de todo la historia de este juego es la 2nda peor de la historia sin contar espada y escudo el equipo villano es lamentable y patético lo único bueno de la historia es el final que es bastante emotivo sin embargo este es el juego MAS FACIL de la franquicia por el peor repartir exp de la historia el diseño de las rutas fue el peor hasta queel comienzo de la decadencia de pokemon primero de todo la historia de este juego es la 2nda peor de la historia sin contar espada y escudo el equipo villano es lamentable y patético lo único bueno de la historia es el final que es bastante emotivo sin embargo este es el juego MAS FACIL de la franquicia por el peor repartir exp de la historia el diseño de las rutas fue el peor hasta que llego sol y luna ya que son super simples lo único bueno de este juego son los gráficos ya que siendo sinceros aunque tengan algunos errores se nota el esfuerzo de crear 700 modelos 3d nuevos de pokemons y las megaevoluciones que posiblemente sea la mejor y mas desperdiciada idea de pokemon… Expand
  41. halalgamer
    May 26, 2021
    6
    It maybe was a big transition to 3D Pokemon, but it wasn't really the greatest transition. The animation of the game was good. Especially for the 3DS hardware. The story was bland as hell. I still remember skipping a lot of the dialogue with the NPCs since it wasn't really interesting. In my opinion this game was a downgrade from the previous generations.
    6/10 Good.
  42. LordJazbin
    Apr 19, 2021
    6
    Great jump to 3D! But... Meh in almost every other aspect. Pokémon designs are great this time around, region is good and customization too but: Story is as bad as before, similar to Diamond and Pearl bad storytelling. The level curve of these games are on pair with Gold and Silver being the worst in the franchise but this time making the game awfully easy, postgame is almost inexistentGreat jump to 3D! But... Meh in almost every other aspect. Pokémon designs are great this time around, region is good and customization too but: Story is as bad as before, similar to Diamond and Pearl bad storytelling. The level curve of these games are on pair with Gold and Silver being the worst in the franchise but this time making the game awfully easy, postgame is almost inexistent just like in Sword and Shield.… Expand
  43. Oreun
    Apr 15, 2021
    7
    Decent game that lacks behind a bit compared to older Pokemon games. Still recommended either way :D

    Un juego decente que, aunque se queda un poco atrás comparándolo con otros juegos de Pokémon, sigo recomendándote que juegues.
  44. Worthyadvice_
    Mar 19, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pokemon X was my first ever pokemon game, It was my intro to the franchise and the basics of the games.

    Now Gen 6 is by far the easiest generation of Pokemon ever created, So obviously X lacks a lot of difficulty of the originals, Now I was able to blast through the game in about 18-19 hours but your time may be different depending on the type of Pokemon player you are.

    Now the region you explore is the Kalos Region which is heavily inspired by France and Europe.
    This Region is absolutely brillant, It feels really fresh and fun to explore, Big but not to the point where you don't know where to go because of the 17 different paths you can take, and packed with plenty of Pokemon!

    The story is pretty simple, Team Flare wants the legendary Pokemon (Since were playing X its Xerneas but if your playing Y its Ylvetal) to use its power to wipe out everyone and all the Pokemon alongside them.

    Now for Gameplay its pretty simple, It still has the old quick and fast paced style of the old games, but with new features like the mega evolution and 3D Battles.
    But this brillant gameplay is brought down by this games biggest flaw.

    The difficulty.
    The difficulty is beyond levels of easy, Hell the champions battle wasn't even a champions battle, I kept one hitting all Dianthas Pokemon, I had more trouble with the rival battles then I did the entire elite four!

    Overall the game is definitely worth a play if your a Pokemon fan or want to start the series, but its brought down by the difficulty.    … Expand
  45. omniface
    Mar 9, 2021
    7
    a good game but not too redeeming

    pros
    good graphics
    great mechanics
    the second best elite four
    amazing pokemon

    cons
    elite four two or three
    graphics are not perfect
    pokemon are good but not amazing
    added features dont do it justice compared to previous and future titles
  46. ZeroBacon
    Oct 7, 2020
    8
    Although it’s not the best, it’s still just okay. The gameplay isn’t that fun, the characters are terrible, the story is bad, having the anime redeem it, and the game is way too easy. It’s not easy because they buffed the exp share, but because the people you fight, the elite four, champion, and everyone else just have terrible Pokémon with terrible moves. Bad post game, and it’s just notAlthough it’s not the best, it’s still just okay. The gameplay isn’t that fun, the characters are terrible, the story is bad, having the anime redeem it, and the game is way too easy. It’s not easy because they buffed the exp share, but because the people you fight, the elite four, champion, and everyone else just have terrible Pokémon with terrible moves. Bad post game, and it’s just not really fun to come back to. Its only redeemable quality is the dress-up stuff, and the music. The music is pretty great, up there with gens 4 and 5.… Expand
  47. GamePlayer77
    Sep 20, 2020
    7
    A revolutionary step in the direction of Pokemon, but not without its flaws. It Introduced us to new mechanics, 3D Pokemon models, but lacked in some areas. Despite these few nitpicks, it brings a great experience to Pokemon that everyone should try.
  48. Kalven_Bruh_Boo
    Sep 14, 2020
    0
    Worst game I have ever played no good parts of it, super linear, 1 good starter, uncreative pokemon, barley any new pokemon, team flare sucked and no good graphics. forgot to mention no post game
  49. HarryFernandes
    Jul 21, 2020
    8
    A realy fun pokemon game with a great introduction in mega´s but a poor story and weak supporting characters in my opinion
  50. ElCaptain
    Jul 19, 2020
    4
    Honestly this is Gamefreak at their absolute worst. Bare minimum pokemon game but still passable
  51. OrangePlasma
    Jul 16, 2020
    7
    I dislike the characters in this game. Maybe there are too many main ones, but only one, Serena, really feels like she has an arc. Everyone else just feels like filler to me. However, this game has the same great gameplay as I've come to expect, and easily the most expressive world on it's release.
  52. ECZTheHunter
    Jun 21, 2020
    1
    I'm just going to make this brief. This game sucks. (imo). I have played every single pokemon generation to date, and X/Y is the only gen I wish never to replay. The roster of new Pokemon was INCREDIBLY lacking (like around 70 not counting megas, and gen 5 introduced 156), making it the smallest roster of Pokemon up to that point... actually I think that's still the case. I found myselfI'm just going to make this brief. This game sucks. (imo). I have played every single pokemon generation to date, and X/Y is the only gen I wish never to replay. The roster of new Pokemon was INCREDIBLY lacking (like around 70 not counting megas, and gen 5 introduced 156), making it the smallest roster of Pokemon up to that point... actually I think that's still the case. I found myself only liking 2 of the 'mons - Hawlucha and Delphox. The villanous team is probably the worst one to date, all the rivals had almost zero personality (if any), the gym leader roster is at a series all time low, and that hasnt changed, the champion sucks (I literally refer to them as "Mr./Ms Nobody, that's how forgettable they are), megas were horribly unbalanced, sky battles and horde battles were meh additions, among other problems. I do not reccomend this game, at all. Play gens 4, 5, 7, or even 8.… Expand
  53. alanwaketan
    May 1, 2020
    9
    宝可梦系列无须赘言，核心要素基本一致。本作可以说是相当革命性的一作。视觉上，本作裸眼3D真的是用得十分得当。尤其是过场动画做得相当出色。精灵上，本作引入了妖精系。对战上，本作增加了颇受好评的百万进化。这三点都可谓是相当革命。剧情上延续了黑白的精品路线不再是头几代平铺直叙且直白的剧情。真要说的话，这可以说是最出色的宝可梦作品之一。宝可梦系列无须赘言，核心要素基本一致。本作可以说是相当革命性的一作。视觉上，本作裸眼3D真的是用得十分得当。尤其是过场动画做得相当出色。精灵上，本作引入了妖精系。对战上，本作增加了颇受好评的百万进化。这三点都可谓是相当革命。剧情上延续了黑白的精品路线不再是头几代平铺直叙且直白的剧情。真要说的话，这可以说是最出色的宝可梦作品之一。
  54. Minemon106
    Apr 28, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was the first main Pokémon game I've ever played and I it's really good (Might even say my favourite), I mean it's just so fun to play, The Kalos region is pretty cool especially Lumiose City (My Opinion okay...leave me alone), The new Pokémon are pretty cool with my favourite being Greninja and Noivern. Graphics are good except for a few bits,they could be better but hey it's early 3DS so...The story I never pay attention to in Pokémon since it's never that important unless it's about legendaries or Mega evolution. Speaking of the new things this game brought are amazing, the best though is definitely mega evolution which allows you to evolve A Pokémon even further during battle And it's super cool and makes competitive battles more challenging and fun.. sometimes, another cool thing is the character customisation (Since this 3D they kinda had to) I wouldn't say it's the best in the series but I was pretty cool and a good thing to waste Hundreds of thousands of pokedollars on. Gameplay...I don't really need to say much..It's like any other Pokémon game except for its Easier then black and white especially when you catch Xerneas. Some of the music on the game is pretty good, Not all of it though. And if I have to complain about one thing..The gyms suck, They are pretty boring to go through and the battles are...pretty easy most of the time but the level difficulty for gyms have been the same for the past 7 years now so I can't say much. If you haven't played yet and want to give it a go I would recommend it....Okay bye… Expand
  55. Jgbmax
    Apr 19, 2020
    7
    The game is overall okay. I’d like to give huge applause for the visuals though. The 3Ds of the pokemon were wonders. Sadly it is lacking of challenge. A bit too easy and spoiled. Easy level ups, and hack theres too much free OP pokemon given along the main plot. And the fact that its so ez to get money and that i became so rich in this game (almost 1 million poke dollars) along the mainThe game is overall okay. I’d like to give huge applause for the visuals though. The 3Ds of the pokemon were wonders. Sadly it is lacking of challenge. A bit too easy and spoiled. Easy level ups, and hack theres too much free OP pokemon given along the main plot. And the fact that its so ez to get money and that i became so rich in this game (almost 1 million poke dollars) along the main plot is making nice items such as full restores, revives, and battle items highly affordable at huge amounts, making battles really easy. But okay its a nice pokemon game. For a pokemon huge fan i’d still recommend this game to another pokemon fan tho. It’s just too easy for a person who already knows much about pokemon.… Expand
  56. Carny
    Apr 2, 2020
    9
    My first Pokemon game was Black 2, and I didn't beat it because I got stuck at the 4th gym. Honestly didn't have a good time with the game. X is the absolute best Pokemon game to date. With actually interesting characters, Pokemon that are appealing to catch, and new features make this game an adventure from start to finish.
  57. Denvers
    Mar 29, 2020
    9
    Pokemon X is the only Pokemon experience you will ever need. To this day, it is the peak in the Pokemon franchise due to its wonderful world, slightly-above-average story, and innovations compared to previous installments. If you are going to play any Pokemon game, this is the one.
  58. JP_Wilde
    Mar 22, 2020
    9
    after many years, I managed to play this game, I didn't play Pokémon for years and I knew that this generation would be the best to return to play.
    Pokémon X was a beautiful experience for me, I had so much fun, as I skipped several generations, I don't know if they repeated many things from previous games, after all, I haven't played Pokémon since the Ruby version.
    It was an excellent    after many years, I managed to play this game, I didn't play Pokémon for years and I knew that this generation would be the best to return to play.
    Pokémon X was a beautiful experience for me, I had so much fun, as I skipped several generations, I don't know if they repeated many things from previous games, after all, I haven't played Pokémon since the Ruby version.
    It was an excellent game for me.    … Expand
  59. MadnessisRising
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    Absolute beautiful game. Great atmosphere, awesome soundtrack, cool map. Overall great design and total fun to play! "Only" 9/10 because it was way too easy. (At least with the EP-sharer)
  60. BastiBlank
    Jan 16, 2020
    8
    -80-
    It was a very nice Pokémon experience that was refreshing in some ways and tedious in others. I found the map to be way too large and the second gym way to far away from the first. Else way the game is very much enjoyable, although way too easy if played normally. The new Pokémon are mostly cool and I really like the 3D environment, which I wouldn't have expected beforehand. Overall,    -80-
    It was a very nice Pokémon experience that was refreshing in some ways and tedious in others. I found the map to be way too large and the second gym way to far away from the first. Else way the game is very much enjoyable, although way too easy if played normally. The new Pokémon are mostly cool and I really like the 3D environment, which I wouldn't have expected beforehand. Overall, well made, a little laggy sometimes, a little boring sometimes, fun and chill. That's all, I just enjoyed being able to play a new generation again.    … Expand
  61. KegMinami
    Dec 31, 2019
    5
    While one of the most visually pleasing games on the 3DS, Pokemon X and Y are fairly bare-bones as far as Pokemon games go.
    If there's one thing I can say is really good about this game, it's the region. Some will say it's kind of a **** but I for one really like the seasonal progression of the game. It allows for some fantastic and extremely memorable routes. Additionally, Mega Evolution    While one of the most visually pleasing games on the 3DS, Pokemon X and Y are fairly bare-bones as far as Pokemon games go.
    If there's one thing I can say is really good about this game, it's the region. Some will say it's kind of a **** but I for one really like the seasonal progression of the game. It allows for some fantastic and extremely memorable routes. Additionally, Mega Evolution is a fun mechanic, and it was great seeing some of my favorites that weren't really strong, like Mawile and Houndoom, turn into absolute powerhouses.
    But that's about all the praise I can give these games. Sure, the Pokemon formula still works here, but there's just not much. There's basically nothing to do once you complete the main story. No new areas to explore, no Battle Frontier, nothing. Just the Friend Safari and the Battle Tower and that's pretty much it. Additionally, once you get through the around the third or fourth Gym, the pacing in the game decides to crank up to a breakneck pace. It's a bit disappointing, since I felt the pacing before than was fairly good. There was a lot to see and explore, but once you get back to Lumiose it's a mad dash to the finish line.
    As stated before, it's a very bare-bones Pokemon experience, which isn't necessarily "bad." I just feel like these games, the only pair in the series thus far to NOT get a third version, are the ones that would have benefited most from one.    … Expand
  62. Speedie
    Nov 24, 2019
    8
    Pokemon X is quite the innovative piece of art. The overarching theme of the game, being a lush Paris lifestyle with lots of gardens and villages, follows you throughout the entire game, while still keeping slight contrast. Game Freak had a lot on their plate trying to nudge Pokemon towards the world of 3D, and they did a great job of keeping it tame.

    Changing up the art style and    Pokemon X is quite the innovative piece of art. The overarching theme of the game, being a lush Paris lifestyle with lots of gardens and villages, follows you throughout the entire game, while still keeping slight contrast. Game Freak had a lot on their plate trying to nudge Pokemon towards the world of 3D, and they did a great job of keeping it tame.

    Changing up the art style and dimensions of an already successful franchise is tough business, but Game Freak knew what kind of work they had cut out for them. Music carried the heart and soul of Pokemon through the entire game, reminding you that when you enter a new city, or your Pokemon is sent out to battle, that this is still the Pokemon adventure you set off on long ago. The Mega Evolution idea was very interesting, and added a cool new power to play around with about half way through the game. It immediately made sense as part of the Pokemon world, even if you don't quite understand it at first.

    The story of the game follows suit with the rest of Pokemon games. It's not awfully original, but the developers clearly tried to draw a line in the story to make it stand out from the rest. In all honesty, it didn't feel like a whole new world, just a new region to explore and conquer, which I loved, though I'm not sure how new Pokemon players feel about the lack of hand holding.

    Pokemon designs are fresh, the region and story stand out from the crowd, and there are several new features to get accustomed with and enjoy. There isn't much wrong with this game at all other that it's seemingly careful approach to not diverge from the typical ideas of the Pokemon series. Even then though, they pulled it off well and made sure it didn't fall into forgetfulness. Being not an awfully hard game, it's worth the pickup for anybody with a 3DS looking for a new adventure to dive into.    … Expand
  63. JasonBB
    Nov 20, 2019
    5
    Story sucks (thanks god we had the great SM after this), difficulty is the worst by far in the series and the game feel unfinished. After all, those games are not as bad as people say, but are not the best entries.
  64. MazdoTechno
    Nov 18, 2019
    4
    This game just gets worse and worse over time, although I don’t “hate it”

    Positives Mega evolution turned out to be super cool Most of the new Pokémon designs are pretty great Siebold is one of the bois Region can be pretty to look at sometimes (although I think that the graphics have aged badly in this game in comparison to the 2d pixel art era) Negatives Weak, weak, weak, weak    This game just gets worse and worse over time, although I don’t “hate it”

    Positives
    Mega evolution turned out to be super cool
    Most of the new Pokémon designs are pretty great
    Siebold is one of the bois
    Region can be pretty to look at sometimes (although I think that the graphics have aged badly in this game in comparison to the 2d pixel art era)

    Negatives
    Weak, weak, weak, weak storyline
    Awful “rivals”
    Team flare is so boring, they are just worse team galactic with flame style outfits
    Malva was a good character idea, but was utilized in pretty much the worst way that she possibly could
    Too easy
    No post game to be found

    All in all this game is slightly below mediocre    … Expand
  65. greninjaX
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    there are so many pokemon you can catch. why couldn't sword and shield be more like this?
  66. Kiraki1120
    Nov 16, 2019
    7
    Unfortunately, a little dropdown compared to other Pokemon series. Many great features has been removed, but it still gave a good main game and plot. But the post-game was the biggest downside of this game. There was very few things to do in the post-game compared to other Pokemon games and training Pokemon up to level 100 was a mess of repetitiveness in this game.
  67. maxspin
    Nov 15, 2019
    7
    As someone who have played every single mainline pokemon game I can say this one is "ok", but it lacks substance previous games had. It's still nice to see pokemon in 3D, thought.
  68. carloscoffanni
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incrível perfeito e bonito, o jogo é maravilhoso e bem trabalhado, os inicias também são muito lindos… Expand
  69. Farmermoe
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    This is what my childhood was based on, heavy bias but I love this game. Say what you will about the story, I think it’s one of if not the best in a mainline Pokemon game so far.
  70. Aquvamaen
    Nov 1, 2019
    8
    A very underrated game in my opinion. It is really a tremendous little game, not as good as many previous titles mind you but still a good game. It was the beginning of the future for Pokemon with 3D models making it`s first apperance and also Mega evolutions being introduced to the series. with over 700 models having to be made, and also adding animations for the new megas. This made theA very underrated game in my opinion. It is really a tremendous little game, not as good as many previous titles mind you but still a good game. It was the beginning of the future for Pokemon with 3D models making it`s first apperance and also Mega evolutions being introduced to the series. with over 700 models having to be made, and also adding animations for the new megas. This made the game lack in other areas, we didn`t get many new pokemon and the story was a bit meh. But even when it`s lacking in certain areas it`s still a very enjoyable game, I`ve played this game several times and I enjoy it every time. Many of the new pokemon designs were very good. The game likes to hold your hand a lot through the story which is a bit annoying, but still doesn`t take a lot out of my enjoyment of the games. A lot of fun features was added to the game, like chain fishing, and also brought back the pokeradar. If you`re just getting into pokemon, or haven`t played it for a few titles i would really recommend starting up with these titles.… Expand
  71. new2dsxl
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Once again, Game Freak hits the nail squarely on the head, making Pokémon X and Y an excellent new addition to the series' expansive library. Thanks to the simultaneous multi-region release date more players than ever before will be able to experience first-hand that indescribable sensation of unearthing brand new Pokémon that have nimbly avoided the dreaded internet leaks.

    A wonderful    Once again, Game Freak hits the nail squarely on the head, making Pokémon X and Y an excellent new addition to the series' expansive library. Thanks to the simultaneous multi-region release date more players than ever before will be able to experience first-hand that indescribable sensation of unearthing brand new Pokémon that have nimbly avoided the dreaded internet leaks.

    A wonderful blend of excitement and nostalgia, Pokémon X and Y evolves the core series with its impressive polygonal 3D environments and magical camera angle mastery, adding a few technical adjustments along with a brand new Pokémon type to the original formula that we all know and love. It's not quite a revolution — and is hindered slightly by the meagre use of its host platform's glasses-free 3D capabilities — Pokémon X and Y is sure to steal the hearts of Pokémon fans new and old alike.    … Expand
  72. riken
    Mar 2, 2019
    8
    Revolution in the Pokemon games, I got a 3ds just for that game when it was released and didn't regret it. If you were a fan of older Pokemon games it's a must-play.
  73. Halfnerd
    Jan 26, 2019
    6
    While definitely still a good game, I'd say this may be the weakest example of a mainline Pokemon game since the original Gameboy games. For one thing, the game is incredibly easy. Not much else to say about that point. The music is also subpar compared to previous and later entries in the series. The story is boring and a tad nonsensical. This game just doesn't properly capture what iWhile definitely still a good game, I'd say this may be the weakest example of a mainline Pokemon game since the original Gameboy games. For one thing, the game is incredibly easy. Not much else to say about that point. The music is also subpar compared to previous and later entries in the series. The story is boring and a tad nonsensical. This game just doesn't properly capture what i believe is the personality and character of the Pokemon franchise. This game does have some strong points. The new Pokemon in this generation are probably the second most all-around great group of monsters to-date, only to be edged out in terms of consistently good designs later by Sun and Moon. The human character designs are really good as well. This game does make for a decent starting off point for newcomers, but it may make them think all of the games in the franchise are this easy. The game looks nice considering the hardware its running on. Not a bad game, but definitely less than what I would expect from the Pokemon franchise.… Expand
  74. KrimsonKatt
    Dec 30, 2018
    2
    This is by far the worst mainline Pokemon game on 3DS and possibly the entire series. The graphics are lame, childish, and all the towns are too small to really appropriate. Kalos is by far the most forgettable region. If it wasn't for the anime, I would have forgotten about this place as soon as ORAS came out. Mega Evolution are just a gimmick, and the devs were heavily bias towards Gen 1This is by far the worst mainline Pokemon game on 3DS and possibly the entire series. The graphics are lame, childish, and all the towns are too small to really appropriate. Kalos is by far the most forgettable region. If it wasn't for the anime, I would have forgotten about this place as soon as ORAS came out. Mega Evolution are just a gimmick, and the devs were heavily bias towards Gen 1 in terms of giving Pokemon Megas. Mega Evolution broke the game, and the devs knew this so they banned all megas for SM online and made them post-game exclusive. The story was god-awful, with the worst evil team so far. (Team Flare) They might be even worse than Team Galactic, and they were terrible! Along with tons of plot-holes, too many rivals with little or no personality, and a villain with inconsistent goals, this plot blows. Along with that, this has got to be one of the easiest games of all time, nearing baby game levels. All the gym leaders, yes even the 7th and 8th, have a limit of 3 Pokemon and 3 moves on each. Along with that, the game gives you not one, but TWO starters, one which can mega evolve. Along with that you get a free OP perfect IV Lucario very early into the game which can mega evolve right from the get-go. That Lucario can easily solo the entire game by itself, making the game a cakewalk. Only four trainers in the entire game use megas, the 3rd gym leader during the mega evolution tutorial fight, the evil team leader during his last fight, and the champion. The only other one is your rival, who you can fight once per day. This makes the game even easier, as you have a major advantage most other characters don't have. Even the elite four, supported to be the strongest in the game, only have 4 Pokemon with 3 moves each and no megas. The also don't get stronger after you enter the hall of fame. WHAT? THAT'S CRAZY!!! Another thing to note is that there is literally no postgame. You just go to a new town, fight your rival, and then meet the professor who allows you to find the rest of the mega stones you didn't obtain as part of the story. That's it. Oh right, there is a battle facility called the battle mason that is literally another clone of the worst battle facility from Emerald: the battle tower. Wasn't the battle subway and the world tower enough? It's just an endless grind against cheating NPCs for competitive items. It's awful. No matter how bad the game gets, no one can forget the hype leading up to this game. This game single-handedly saved the 3DS. I remember for my 10th birthday I asked for a DSi XL instead of a 3DS because the 3DS didn't have a Pokemon game yet. I only bought the 3DS once XY came out the following year. I know many other people had a similar experience, and I can thank XY for giving us so many great games like Yokai Watch and Radiant Historia. But that doesn't excuse the awful level design, story, gameplay, and graphics that permeate throughout this awful game. 2/10… Expand
  75. FranciscoM
    Nov 23, 2018
    8
    For what it felt like an experiment on the part of Game Freak, Pokémon XY ended up being a pretty cool game. Spent over 500 hours playing this game when it first came out, even when the story felt short and the post-game is pretty much non-existent. Still, I felt that this generation was the first time since forever where the new Pokémon didn't feel like filler Pokémon. The Mega EvolutionFor what it felt like an experiment on the part of Game Freak, Pokémon XY ended up being a pretty cool game. Spent over 500 hours playing this game when it first came out, even when the story felt short and the post-game is pretty much non-existent. Still, I felt that this generation was the first time since forever where the new Pokémon didn't feel like filler Pokémon. The Mega Evolution is one of the best parts of the game for sure.… Expand
  76. titanictitan
    Nov 20, 2018
    8
    It is very easy to grasp and also a very decent entry point to the world of pokemon.
  77. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    10
    Turn-based or Action:

    Turn-based RPG. Was it fun? I really enjoy playing this game, I have competitively competed in Pokemon and it all started with this game. I love IV breeding, EV training, egg move breeding. If you have any questions about Pokemon and competitive play, I’m a good one to ask. Are there any similar games? Other Pokemon games? Favorite Character/Unit to    Turn-based or Action:

    Turn-based RPG.

    Was it fun?

    I really enjoy playing this game, I have competitively competed in Pokemon and it all started with this game. I love IV breeding, EV training, egg move breeding. If you have any questions about Pokemon and competitive play, I’m a good one to ask.

    Are there any similar games?

    Other Pokemon games?

    Favorite Character/Unit to use?

    My favorite Pokemon in this game is Dragonite but in the main story Talonflame was my go-to guy. Brave Bird, bro.

    Would you play it again?

    There is a chance, I could get back into Pokemon.

    Any Complaints?

    I hate that the competitive aspect of the game has an element of luck. Its frustrating because I’m not the luckiest person you’ll ever meet.

    How many hours did you play it?

    I’m embarrassed to say how many hours, I played this game for.But it’s a alittle less 2,000 hours (yes you read that right).    … Expand
  78. LordToast
    Jul 26, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This review is intended to be read after playing the game:
    Pokemon X and Y are often regarded as a disappointment and an overall low-quality game, something of which I to this day don't understand, but just let me tell you this:
    Countless hours grinding does not equal content
    I get it, it was very short and was by far the easiest Pokemon game in existence. But length and difficulty aside, it's amazing.
    It has one of- no- THE best soundtrack out of any Pokemon game and the region was absolutely beautiful. It was also the first truly 3D Pokemon game with the ability to move around not according to a grid (of course, it wasn't until Sun and Moon that the grid was removed).
    It may not have had many Pokemon, but the few Pokemon it did have were very well made (except for Klefki, screw Klefki). Basically, it favoured quality over quantity. Something they should've done since the very beginning. Just look at Talonflame, Aegislash or the ever popular Greninja. Or even the legendaries. Volcanion is also an amazing mythical Pokemon.
    It had an amazing plot as well. Sure it had its flaws, like how Shauna is the most annoying character ever and how it had too many rivals and felt forced (Although, Serena/Calem was technically the only rival, the rest were just friends but that doesn't change the fact that it felt forced), but take a look at Team Flare. At first they seemed pretty stupid, just a bunch of people who wanted to be fabulous, but eventually it's revealed that Lysandre, the owner of that one company ran Team Flare and was trying to reset the world using AZ's ultimate weapon and only people who had paid Lysandre were allowed to live.
    And unlike the typical "Villain sees the light" kind of ending, Lysandre ended up getting killed by his own weapon (or at least, it's heavily implied). And the ending scene with AZ and Floette speaks for itself.
    It also introduced the fairy type, finally bringing balance to the ridiculously overpowered dragon types- and mega evolutions which broke everything but are amazing either way.

    Overall, Pokemon X and Y is an amazing game with a great soundtrack, intriguing and original plot and a beautiful region. The lack of difficulty makes the game feel catered too much towards new audiences, but playing it as a challenge run (e.g Nuzlocke) can help make up for it.    … Expand
  79. Diegochocho
    Jul 6, 2018
    8
    Gran mejora gráfica, los diseños de los pokémon están geniales, la historia es buena, la música como siempre espectacular, aunque no mejor que la de Blanco y Negro.
  80. Matias8654
    Jun 2, 2018
    9
    El incluir la mega-evolución así como la jerarquizar de noble hace que este juego tome un aire nuevo, ademas con la posibilidad de acceder a una boutique de lujo entre otras cosas nuevas hacen que este juego sea maravilloso
  81. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    8
    Un buen juego pero no el mejor
    Pokemon una de las sagas mas famosas y sus ventas lo demuestran, pero este pokemon realmente merece los alago que se a llevado por parte de la critica veamos.. empecemos con el salto gráficos y realmente es eso lo que a echo las calificaciones que se a llevado el juego, pero es un salto gráficos importante, si, ya era hora de que la saga tomara un poco de    Un buen juego pero no el mejor
    Pokemon una de las sagas mas famosas y sus ventas lo demuestran, pero este pokemon realmente merece los alago que se a llevado por parte de la critica veamos.. empecemos con el salto gráficos y realmente es eso lo que a echo las calificaciones que se a llevado el juego, pero es un salto gráficos importante, si, ya era hora de que la saga tomara un poco de aire fresco y la echo muy bien, ver a tu pokemon preferido en 3d hace realmente maravilloso el juego punto negativo el juego se me hace muy lineal para ser un juego en 3d y quede un poco decepcionado musica los pokemon se caracterizan por tener musica muy llamativa, pero esta nueva entrega cumple si, cumple pero no esta a la altura de otras sagas historia, lo peor del juego para lo que veníamos viendo de pokemon negro y blanco este juego se quedo corto, historia sencilla hasta un poco mediocre, pero vamos que lo mas importante es entrenar tus pokemon y completar la pokedeck, pero no hace mal un poco mas de amor a la his    … Expand
  82. BichoXD
    May 20, 2018
    8
    cualquier juego de pokemon nunca desepciona este no fue la esepcion incluyendo nuevos tipos de pokemon el unico problema es que la historia es muy corta
  83. mrcnx
    May 6, 2018
    9
    This was my first pokemon game and what an impression! This region is great the new pokemon are awesome. The new online system is worth mentioning as well it's easy and fast.
  84. Tony44
    Mar 22, 2018
    1
    Just the worst Pokémon game ever made, to play this, better play "Sun and Moon" or "Black and White". This is just easy, boring, and the worst story with Ruby and Sapphire. The worst.
  85. helivelton12345
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    Pokémon X is simply amazing, the best game I've ever played in life, surprised me a lot with a great story, charismatic characters, a great soundtrack and good graphics and gameplay, I would certainly recommend this masterpiece.
  86. H0000-Halves
    Jan 31, 2018
    9
    First 3ds game, pros include a very expansive, gigantic feeling region and pokedex, a whole new type, and adding much needed evolutions to the games like customization and 3d model battles.
  87. Tuneison
    Dec 21, 2017
    4
    Pokémon X is the most disappointing thing since Pokémon Y and, that doesn't even make sense. As expected with Pokémon games at this point the story is lack luster. The 3rd designs feel rubbery and, don't look seem to fit within the game's universe. Design wise it's just way too easy. The only Pokémon game that's legitimately given me a hard time is Black 2. I can't help but feel that it'sPokémon X is the most disappointing thing since Pokémon Y and, that doesn't even make sense. As expected with Pokémon games at this point the story is lack luster. The 3rd designs feel rubbery and, don't look seem to fit within the game's universe. Design wise it's just way too easy. The only Pokémon game that's legitimately given me a hard time is Black 2. I can't help but feel that it's so formulated. I will admit there are things like character customization that are neat. However it doesn't truly add anything to the experience it's just superficial. That's how I'd describe most of the positives, Superficial. I don't think the game is terrible, I just don't think it wasn't worth 40 of my dollars.… Expand
  88. 1in1battletoadz
    Dec 3, 2017
    9
    For old players: the good ol' pokemon adventure, a light-hearted pass-time that will make you feel better

    For returning players: New type and the first main series game to go full 3d models, with cell-shading

    For new players: perfect entry point, it's simple yet very traditional
  89. Dragonfly44
    Nov 27, 2017
    7
    While it looks great and the added trainer customization is practically one of the coolest things imaginable, the game is just ridiculously easy even while trying to make it harder by doing a so called nuzlocke of the game. The lack of content after the main story is also rather disappointing. This game was great but had the chance to be amazing.
  90. nyylpk
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    Un juego 10 sin mas palabras. No pararas de jugar en todo momento y el salto gráfico y las opciones que da la 3ds es de lo mejor en videojuegos portatiles. Recomendado.
  91. Greenhunter17
    Sep 28, 2017
    10
    Pokemon X doesn't offer much in the post game but offers a uniquely well done main story and region to explore. The 3D offers a lot and the character customization seals it as one of the best Pokemon games of all time!
  92. PizzaW0lf
    Sep 4, 2017
    6
    Pokemon X is the same thing we had before. Except worse let me explain, This game first off is very easy. I know it's a kids game, but I mean super Mario galaxy 2 is way harder than this game and that too is a kid (It can be enjoyed by all ages though!!) game so that's not an excuse! I know you can tell me to turn off the EXP share, but if I do that then the game becomes so unfair becausePokemon X is the same thing we had before. Except worse let me explain, This game first off is very easy. I know it's a kids game, but I mean super Mario galaxy 2 is way harder than this game and that too is a kid (It can be enjoyed by all ages though!!) game so that's not an excuse! I know you can tell me to turn off the EXP share, but if I do that then the game becomes so unfair because the game is MEANT to be played with the EXP share. So it's a lose lose situation. What I mean is it seems like the game just gives off less EXP with the share off. How did that get past QA testing? also, the story is as bad as Gen 4. Very bland and soulless. In fact, in conclusion, this is just a soulless Pokemon game meant to get people to buy the 3DS. Well, I guess they achieved that. I love the 3DS but for other reasons.… Expand
  93. Rgc
    Jul 4, 2017
    9
    Well after the disappointment that I take with the pokemon of the fifth generation (black and white) were good games but the new pokemon included I found the worst that I had seen.
    The gameplay is the same as in all pokemon of the main saga, the most striking are the various online options, such as the prodigious exchange. The story is good but well the saga has never stood out in that    Well after the disappointment that I take with the pokemon of the fifth generation (black and white) were good games but the new pokemon included I found the worst that I had seen.
    The gameplay is the same as in all pokemon of the main saga, the most striking are the various online options, such as the prodigious exchange. The story is good but well the saga has never stood out in that aspect, the good thing is its addiction as it is becoming more difficult to complete the pokedex.
    In short the soundtrack is good and the graphics to be of a 3ds are good.    … Expand
  94. lamisho
    May 3, 2017
    2
    There are 5 main reasons why I gave this game this score. First and foremost: the region, the region is the most unoriginal, uninteresting, boring region the Pokemon franchise has ever seen. It doesn't even have a legendary trio such as the timeless classics suicune, entei and raikou. Its a bland carbon copy of France but you might say that Black and White is also a carbon copy ofThere are 5 main reasons why I gave this game this score. First and foremost: the region, the region is the most unoriginal, uninteresting, boring region the Pokemon franchise has ever seen. It doesn't even have a legendary trio such as the timeless classics suicune, entei and raikou. Its a bland carbon copy of France but you might say that Black and White is also a carbon copy of Manhattan. My answer: No it isn't. does Manhattan have a desert? and does Unova have a stupidly renamed empire state building cough...lumiose tower...cough. does Manhattan have mountains or a big lake in the middle? Does castelia city have a central park copy? Does Unova have American cliches? The answer to all of these questions is obviously NO. Kalos is simply a lazy copy of France. topped with the sorry excuse of a city that looks exactly the same throughout.
    Second reason is the pathetic story. A stupid looking man that wants to destroy the world.... WOW! And 5 pathetic generic friends that have no personality and no relation to the already pathetic story and have no strong or interesting bonds with you paired with the "different" team flare generasl that are full of personality. I cant believe how Gamefreak did it! Oh and how did team flare get xerneas? beats me.
    Third reason is the camera angles. When I hear about a 3D pokemon game I think about a wide camera angle that constantly revolves around the battlefield not a static 2D image that shows a small part of my pokemon ie. mega venusaur or a brief narrow camera angle that revolves around the battlefield.
    Fourth reason is the music. The music is terrible throughout the game, ESPECIALLY team flares theme. Its the most annoying, repetitive, boring theme I have ever heard in my entire life let alone in the pokemon franchise. The rest of the music is bland and forgettable ie. gym theme.
    Fifth and final reason is the mega evolutions. Gamefreak obviously tried to sugar coat this game by giving popular pokemon mega evolutions. This destroyed the chance for cool but under powered pokemon to rise into fame. And mega garchomp is so different from its original design its feels like different pokemon
    Also there are very little hair styles for the male characters and most of the clothes look really stupid. They should have made type specific clothing sets like a psychic trainer set and a fire trainer set etc.
    Never would I have imagined that the pokemon franchise would take a steep dive in quality. This game is a sorry excuse for a pokemon game and a disgrace to the pokemon franchise.    … Expand
  95. Focaccia
    Apr 28, 2017
    8
    Pokemon X was Nintendo's transition into 3D for the pokemon franchise. It's a pokemon game, so there's no doubt it's going to be good. Overall this is a good game, but it's too easy and lacks the magic of the other pokemon gens. The 6th gen shows the franchise's first grey hairs, especially with the new pokemon which are mostly ugly and unoriginal. The online works pretty well and thePokemon X was Nintendo's transition into 3D for the pokemon franchise. It's a pokemon game, so there's no doubt it's going to be good. Overall this is a good game, but it's too easy and lacks the magic of the other pokemon gens. The 6th gen shows the franchise's first grey hairs, especially with the new pokemon which are mostly ugly and unoriginal. The online works pretty well and the framerate is steady. If you haven't played a pokemon game yet I highly recommend you start with this one, because its great for beginners.… Expand
  96. Captain_Faramir
    Apr 1, 2017
    8
    8.6 - Will always appreciate this one for bringing the 3D back to Pokemon games. Gen VI was much better that V in my opinion making this one even better. Much of the locations were varied and were not seen before in other pokemon games.
  97. Panzidane
    Mar 27, 2017
    10
    This is what we want for a Pokémon game and new poké generation. This game bring to us nostalgy sensation with new mechanicles, new gameplay but have essence. I just loved, play it more than 100 hours. I gave 10 because is impossible don't give 10. Just loved it, Required 3DS Game.
  98. MonkiReviews
    Mar 12, 2017
    9
    The best 3DS Pokemon game there is. This and the Y version are not that different but I like the legendary more in this one. A bunch of Pokemon and a great story make this game a must have.
  99. marvs869
    Mar 11, 2017
    9
    A complete graphical reinvention for the franchise of Pokemon, it's great to see Gamefreak finally step out of their comfort zone of sprites and pixels. Framerate issues are existent but not so much as to limit my experience playing this game. Storwise, it couldn't hold a candle to Gen 5. I could barely care about Team Flare's plans on how to destroy the world or whatever. If I could giveA complete graphical reinvention for the franchise of Pokemon, it's great to see Gamefreak finally step out of their comfort zone of sprites and pixels. Framerate issues are existent but not so much as to limit my experience playing this game. Storwise, it couldn't hold a candle to Gen 5. I could barely care about Team Flare's plans on how to destroy the world or whatever. If I could give a more accurate score it would have been an 8.9/10… Expand
  100. TemplarGR
    Sep 10, 2016
    0
    Overrated archaic jrpg. Pokemon games have stayed relatively the same gameplay wise after 20 years, with minor insignificant additions that don't fundamentally change anything. You have to understand that this kind of gameplay was acceptable back in the 80s and early 90s on the NES and SNES consoles, but gaming has advanced a lot since then. On Gameboy the 1st generation was a successOverrated archaic jrpg. Pokemon games have stayed relatively the same gameplay wise after 20 years, with minor insignificant additions that don't fundamentally change anything. You have to understand that this kind of gameplay was acceptable back in the 80s and early 90s on the NES and SNES consoles, but gaming has advanced a lot since then. On Gameboy the 1st generation was a success mostly because of the fun concept of monster catching and the anime, as a game even back then it was nothing special, little more than a fad.

    That after 20 years, Nintendo has kept remaking the same archaic concept with minor additions and just upgrading the graphics, and the gullible masses keep buying this stuff, is buffling to me. Hugely overrated, and if you are older than 12 and still play Pokemon, something is wrong with you. I can play cute games just fine, it is not the presentation that is the issue, it is the gameplay. How can you find something so simplistic and easy/unchallenging, mentally stimulating, if you are an adult?    … Expand
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#5 Best 3DS Game of 2013
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#3 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2013
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#1 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2013

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 71 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 71
  3. Negative: 0 out of 71
  1. Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
    Jan 30, 2014
    90
    3D Visuals transformed the classic Pokemon approach in a good way. Online capabilities are top notch, this new generation will really make Pokemon fans happy.
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  2. Level7.nu
    Dec 12, 2013
    80
    Even if Pokémon X & Y has graphics in 3D and several other gameplay innovations it is still the same core experience as before. Focus is as always on catching them all and it is still an addictive experience. The difficulty bar is lower than before, the online functions more present and the gameplay mechanics better realised.
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  3. Thunderbolt
    Dec 11, 2013
    80
    For the first time in a long time, Pokémon has taken a real step towards pushing the series forward.
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