Pokemon X

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  1. PaperGuy
    Jul 19, 2015
    9
    Love that game, but 3D effect sucks. Pokemon X and Y have 30 hour-long story, but you can do many things after you finished the story, like breeding, online battle, and trading. Also you can catch more than 700 pokemon's.
  2. bestreviewereva
    Jul 1, 2015
    10
    A great game. Captivating for all ages. Would recommend buying a 3 ds just to play this game. Have listening to suggestions, and made a great all round game. Is possible to spend a long time playing. 10/10
  3. iipotato
    Jul 22, 2015
    8
    Pokemon X and Y is veteran and newcomer friendly, and for veterans, the gameplay and design of the game was an enormous improvement in comparison to the previous games.

    As for the depth in the plot, I would say it is as deep as the plot from DPPT. It's not as dramatic as ORAS/RSE or BW/2, but it's not as simple as RGB/FRLG. With a game like this, you'll care more about your team rather    Pokemon X and Y is veteran and newcomer friendly, and for veterans, the gameplay and design of the game was an enormous improvement in comparison to the previous games.

    As for the depth in the plot, I would say it is as deep as the plot from DPPT. It's not as dramatic as ORAS/RSE or BW/2, but it's not as simple as RGB/FRLG. With a game like this, you'll care more about your team rather than the storyline you're overcoming.

    You'll spend maybe 20 hours on the game if you want to rush through everything, but if you want to raise your friendship with your pokemon, perfect your team's movesets, and explore the many other features in this game, you'll spend about 50+ or even more.

    (Really though, now that ORAS has been out for a while, you'll like that one more. :') Get both games if you can!)    … Expand
  4. Lepstrung
    Jan 10, 2016
    5
    6th gen doesnt have much of new pokemons. Mega evolution is completely useless and its copying digimon. Fairy type is stupid does seriously nothing. Easy gyms easy league and nothing at the end. Pokemon has loosed all what it had once. 3d doesnt help anything. Some are just ok but most are horrible.
  5. 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
  6. 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.
  7. Federx
    Jan 30, 2022
    8
    the best online infrastrufture the series ever had, and it's stuck on the goddamn 3ds.
  8. 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.
  9. 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
  10. 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!
  11. 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.
  12. 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
  13. 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.
  14. 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
  15. titanictitan
    Nov 20, 2018
    8
    It is very easy to grasp and also a very decent entry point to the world of pokemon.
  16. 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)
  17. 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
  18. 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.
  19. 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。
  20. 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!
  21. 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.
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. 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.
  26. 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
  27. 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.
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
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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

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  1. Positive: 67 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 71
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  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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