Pokemon Y

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  1. xerneasgod26
    Oct 12, 2013
    10
    Any pokemon fan can get this game and enjoy. This game is pretty fun and has beautiful visuals too. Every aspect of pokemon has been improved with pokemon x and y.
  2. Rythlion
    Oct 20, 2013
    10
    Pokemon X/Y- generation 6- is outstandingly beautiful. The story is incredibly mature, the battles more challenging than ever before, and the world breathtaking- I literally found myself gasping as the camera would sweep to the massive, beautiful structures scattered throughout Kalos. The game is inspirational- it truly conveys the feeling of an adventure. Of growing alongside friends,Pokemon X/Y- generation 6- is outstandingly beautiful. The story is incredibly mature, the battles more challenging than ever before, and the world breathtaking- I literally found myself gasping as the camera would sweep to the massive, beautiful structures scattered throughout Kalos. The game is inspirational- it truly conveys the feeling of an adventure. Of growing alongside friends, making memories, and coming to love the Pokemon you travel with- Pokemon brought alive like never before.

    I bought a 3DS solely to play this game... and it was the best purchase I've ever made. These games are an invaluable experience- I recommend them to any and all fans of exploration, trial, and beauty.    … Expand
  3. Gotohellcadz
    Nov 10, 2013
    8
    Short answer: if you loved past pokemon games this one is much of the same. Long answer: this game is another strong iteration of the previous pokemon games, but of course it does have problems. I'm not going to cover the jump into 3d because they did it fairly well, aside from a few camera mishaps it was a solid try at 3d and it was good that they chose to do it now because the 2d conceptShort answer: if you loved past pokemon games this one is much of the same. Long answer: this game is another strong iteration of the previous pokemon games, but of course it does have problems. I'm not going to cover the jump into 3d because they did it fairly well, aside from a few camera mishaps it was a solid try at 3d and it was good that they chose to do it now because the 2d concept for pokemon games is a 10 year old idea... the game plays exactly the same as past games but I enjoy having the little mini games that can up your pokemon's stats making it less frustrating to E.V. train them. But I found the wonder trading system to completely remove the need of the gts system (i got a ditto for virtually nothing and a charmander for again, virtually nothing. when the opposite can be said when trying to get them via gts) aside from that though, it is worth the 40 dollar price tag, 8/10… Expand
  4. GoombaJMR
    Jul 30, 2014
    8
    The Goods: A great visual overhaul compared to generation 5. I have to admit that the world now is the most beautiful that us gamers have experienced over all 6 generations. All these buildings look superb, and every new town gives you a new feeling of adventure and joy when playing. The music is also wonderful, expressing a specific emotion that makes sense with the situation. BattlesThe Goods: A great visual overhaul compared to generation 5. I have to admit that the world now is the most beautiful that us gamers have experienced over all 6 generations. All these buildings look superb, and every new town gives you a new feeling of adventure and joy when playing. The music is also wonderful, expressing a specific emotion that makes sense with the situation. Battles with trainers are as fun and tedious as ever, but the feeling of battling old pokemon(s) that you remember from earlier on in 3D (3 dimensional space) is just absolutely spectacular, and your nostalgia (assuming you've played previous games) will flood the dams of your soul. The scripting and text is funny and well written, and the story progresses at a decent rate. The battles are much faster, more visually appealing, and more intense. The music when you face Gym Leaders and the Elite 4 (+champion) are incredibly electronic and intense, and really puts the serious tone when you begin to fight them. Team Flare, the antagonist team of the series, comes in these nice stylish suits and are ready to change the world for the better(or are they?). Character customization is absolutely phenomenal, though you don't start with much in the beginning. Many things like the Battle Chateau and Restaurant battles are great ways to mess around. the Day Care is back, and it's also become way easier to train your pokemon to specific EV's, with the new minigame set (super training). Pokemon-Amie is a splendid little application that helps you get closer to your pokemon by giving them food, and playing minigames with them - which, to be honest, was actually more fun than I expected. The amount of good things in this game is absolutely splendid, so let's take a look at the other side.

    The Bad: There aren't very many seriously bad things about the game, but there certainly are a few. One of the main fallbacks to this game is that it lags big-time when you push the 3D slider up during a battle (one of the few times you can access 3D). Although I don't like using 3D for my battles that often, it'd still be nice to use it during times when you face a stronger or more significant opponent without the lag. Another problem that I've noticed is that this game is somewhat easy. Without the addition of difficulty choices before starting the game (which I would've recommended), you start with a relatively easy conquest to become the champion of the Kalos Region. I was around 5-10 levels above the enemies I were facing, even up to the champion! You should know how not-fun it is to battle and beat them really easily ...no challenge doesn't grant you that much fun. The last concern and issue that I had for this game is the fact that the postgame content is as plentiful and strong as the postgame content in past pokemon games. Sure you can catch a few legendaries, go to a distant town, play/trade online, but that isn't going to last you THAT long. It isn't that big of a problem, but what I'm saying that it could have been better.

    Overall: I feel like this is one of the strongest first-party 3DS games to come out (as anticipated) in 2013. This, paired along with a couple of real life friends with copies of X will prove to be one epic sight to see. I have enjoyed this game for a long time, and even though the battles lag and the postgame content is not that strong, I will continue to play this game for quite a while!

    Gameplay: 9/10
    Story: 7.5/10
    Music: 9/10
    Presentation: 8.5/10
    Length/PostGame: 7/10
    Overall: 8/10    … Expand
  5. wegie125
    Dec 3, 2017
    7
    This was honestly the first pokemon game I actually played for a while and the only one I felt like I ever enjoyed. Mostly because I got into the game because of my family and any game that we all play together I will actually invest time in because that makes it more competitive. This game had a lot to add that was later just copied over to other games which is why I feel this was theThis was honestly the first pokemon game I actually played for a while and the only one I felt like I ever enjoyed. Mostly because I got into the game because of my family and any game that we all play together I will actually invest time in because that makes it more competitive. This game had a lot to add that was later just copied over to other games which is why I feel this was the only one I thought deserved this high of a rating. Not much else other than that though. Story was pretty boring and I wasn't a huge fan of the 3d either… Expand
  6. LoneWolfSones
    Nov 8, 2015
    10
    Poke'mon X/Y gives the Poke'mon series the shot in the arm it needed. As a lapsed fan it certainly succeeded in pulling me back in. Perhaps part of that is due to the familiar faces from Generation 1 that I had grown up with. Does that make me nostalgic? Perhaps. Does it make me a genwunner? Not really as I found some new favorites too. The most immediate impression you will have withPoke'mon X/Y gives the Poke'mon series the shot in the arm it needed. As a lapsed fan it certainly succeeded in pulling me back in. Perhaps part of that is due to the familiar faces from Generation 1 that I had grown up with. Does that make me nostalgic? Perhaps. Does it make me a genwunner? Not really as I found some new favorites too. The most immediate impression you will have with Poke'mon X/Y is that it significantly overhauls the visuals. Battles are now rendered in full 3D and are a joy to behold.

    The Poke'mon series hasn't evolved dramatically over the years but it has added new mechanics over time that all come into play in Poke'mon X/Y. Prior games introduced things like dual types, natures, IV's and EV's, breeding, team battles, etc. It even allows you to fully customize a male or female character for the first time. Poke'mon X and Y introduces Mega Evolution that can change your poke'mon's type among other things mid-battle which adds another layer of complexity.

    Pokemon X/Y also has a robust online with additions like Wonder Trading. The slot machine like nature of wonder trade is a gamble but it can certainly pay off if people offer more than just another diglet, vulpix, or other common poke'mon.

    The story which is simple but serviceable will last you about 40 hours give or take. But I was surprised to find that playing a half hour here, a hour there, all total I had put over 600 hours into Poke'mon X. Collecting, trading, evolving and battling are as addictive as ever. The meta game in Poke'mon offers plenty of value alone. Building a team and raising their stats through super training or even just trying to collect all 700+ poke'mon. Poke'mon X and its counterpart Y are perhaps the best main entries in the series to date.    … Expand
  7. gdiego135
    Jan 18, 2017
    9
    Megas are awesoe, new pokemon are awesome, 3D is awesome, music is awesome, Everything is Awesome, my fav starter is delphox because of fire psychic typing I LOVE IT
  8. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    Storyline is good and graphics are good for the 3ds and for pokemon. The new pokemon are great and controls are perfect. I would recommend it if you have a 3ds. Play it now and it will not do any harm.
  9. FilemonBR
    Aug 23, 2016
    8
    Jogo legal, mudou tudo para 3d, aonde podemos finalmente jogar pokemon stadium no portatil e em rpg, mas perdeu muita coisa, nao tem conteudo no jogo e esta tudo mais facil, a equipe vilã e uma piada
  10. Wake_loms
    Apr 27, 2017
    8
    Una evolucion grafica muy interesante para la saga de pokemon, muy atractivo con novedades, es muchisimo mejor que la entrega de la generacion anterior, este juego vuelve a poner a pokemon en lo mas alto
  11. kiank
    Jan 13, 2018
    10
    This game brought pokemon into the 3D world and it did a good job of it. Unova region was awesome, especially the huge city in the middle which still remains my favorite city. It was such a fun and beautifully done game!
  12. Dsros96
    Nov 30, 2019
    7
    It is a good game with loads of new graphics, moves and mega evolution. The new Pokémon designs are very good. Only problem is that characters are plainer than usual and there is no post game at all.
  13. RustyDiamonds
    Nov 6, 2018
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pokemon Y has good graphics, new game mechanics, and 72 new Pokemon to bolster. But, digging in, how good is it, really?
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    Difficulty:

    The difficulty in this game is pitiful. Gym leaders and Elite Four members present as much of a threat as the first few trainers you find at the beginning of the game. The champion of the Kalos Pokemon League was a grave disappointment. Diantha posed hardly any threat whatsoever, her Pokemon being weak and a cakewalk to get through.

    The wild Pokemon are not appropriately level-scaled. You'll be finding wild Pokemon much, much lower level than your own Pokemon almost immediately if you actually play the game how it is meant to be played. It makes it boring to get a lot of wild battles, instead of fun and challenging.

    ~ ~ ~
    Graphics:

    Graphically, this game is great for a 3DS game. The colours are bright and vibrant, making the world around you more vivid and believable, though it isn't all the way. It wouldn't have been too hard to animate some Pidgey or Fletchling flying around the open field areas, more Pokemon walking out in the open.

    The models for human and Pokemon characters alike are well done and the animation was executed nicely. The only issue I really have is that they aren't DOING things. For the most part, they just stand there, waiting for you to talk to or battle them. Again, this is referring to the believability of the appearance of the settings.
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    Pokemon:

    As for the 72 Pokemon added in the sixth generation...they're okay. Nothing stellar about this rather small group(compared to regions like Johto and Hoenn) added in here. The starters are especially half decent. The Greninja line is really the only one to stand out and have great design put in.

    The legendaries are good, better than a lot of the others in their generation. By far, the best is Zygarde, which is sort of sad because it isn't even the main legendary in the game and is relatively easy to capture.

    Now for the other 60 Gen 6 Pokemon. Some of them are actually pretty neat, surpassing some Gen 5 Pokemon. However, most of them fail to impress with a lackluster design.

    ~ ~ ~
    The Region:

    Kalos is a well-made region itself. The sheer size of it is a testament to the effort put into its design and structure. Having the Prism Tower, this game's Eiffel Tower, as a gym was a neat touch.

    One big disappointment was the Battle Mansion. Taking out the added fun from the extra challenges in the different facilities of the Battle Frontier, such as the Battle Factory. In The Battle Factory, you would use Rental Pokemon to battle with instead of your own, adding a new degree of challenge to otherwise ordinary battles. Which is exactly why the Battle Mansion falls flat. It takes out the fun ideas and challenges of the Frontier, leaving you with an unimaginative, generic row of battles.
    ~ ~ ~
    New Mechanics:

    The movement was vastly changed, obviously, from the many previous iterations. It is slick and simply controlled by anybody. The grid is still present, making the movement more snappy and less realistic, but roller skates help with that. Not only providing a speed boost, they also do away with the grid whilst you are using them.

    Super Training could have been a lot better than mashing the Touch Screen to pop a giant balloon. After doing it a few times, it gets boring and repetitive, despite attempts to keep it entertaining. It's much more enjoyable and entertaining to EV train your Pokemon by battling in the wild.

    Poke Amie is a cute little addition to the Touch Screen-based area of the game. It contains 3 minigames that are calm and relaxed. You can pet and feed your Pokemon to raise affection. This is the only way to obtain a Sylveon without trading.
    ~ ~ ~
    Narrative:

    The antagonists of this game were not as well fabricated as the region they exist in. Team Flare has just not got the flare Team Galactic or Team Rocket do, nowhere even close. It does not help that their leader, Lysandre, is dull as well. The climax of the Team Flare section of the story isn't the best. You battle Lysandre a whole 4 times, which gets repetitive and boring due to the lack of change in his team between each battle, making the final battle against him after obtaining Yveltal less climactic.

    The post-game gets a bit annoying towards the end. See, after the first few battles with Essentia, once you do the final battle, she goes down to 2 Pokemon. Which makes no sense, since she had been gaining one Pokemon after each defeat. Unfortunately, it gets easier at the end of the post-game.

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    Conclusion:

    Pokemon Y is a decent game, good for those new to the series. Even then, they will probably enjoy older Pokemon games rather than this. Though they may like the low difficulty levels, the repetitive post-game and climax battles may cause them to get bored. Those looking for a compelling antagonist may wish to look elsewhere, as Lysandre falls terribly short.    … Expand
  14. 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.
  15. Incarta
    Feb 16, 2014
    9
    They've done a great job here updating this most conservative of games series. I'm still annoyed that you can't "catch em all" but at least the main draw for me, ie the adventure, is as good as ever
  16. okamimiyazaki
    Mar 21, 2014
    10
    One of the best, if not the best, Pokemon games to date. I was pretty unimpressed by recent titles, with the exception of the amazing HeartGold and SoulSilver, but this game really delivers. There are so many Pokemon that even if you prefer the older generation(s) you will have no problem getting ahold of a really cool team of your favorites.

    The game is very long even though it's only    One of the best, if not the best, Pokemon games to date. I was pretty unimpressed by recent titles, with the exception of the amazing HeartGold and SoulSilver, but this game really delivers. There are so many Pokemon that even if you prefer the older generation(s) you will have no problem getting ahold of a really cool team of your favorites.

    The game is very long even though it's only 8 gyms. There is so much side content, it never seems to end. The Wonder Trade feature is an absolute blast!

    Really just a huge improvement to the series with this game in almost every way.    … Expand
  17. agunZagun
    Aug 23, 2014
    9
    I don't know, I really liked this game but... It's easier than other Pokemon games I guess. It gives you 2 starter Pokemon, you're leveling up your Pokemon easily before the Victory Road/Elite Four with lots of quests and OP experience share system. When you're reached the Victory Road, if you played game the way should be played, you should have an OP team. After playing Pokemon Y,I don't know, I really liked this game but... It's easier than other Pokemon games I guess. It gives you 2 starter Pokemon, you're leveling up your Pokemon easily before the Victory Road/Elite Four with lots of quests and OP experience share system. When you're reached the Victory Road, if you played game the way should be played, you should have an OP team. After playing Pokemon Y, Pokemon Black felt harder than it should be.

    But I'm not saying "Game is easy, so it's a bad game.". Game is really great, I bought a 3DS for this game. It's easier, more playable and there are first generation Pokemon too. If you really love Pokemon, don't hesitate and buy it. If you like RPG games, buy it. It's a must buy game for 3DS and you will not regret buying it.    … Expand
  18. iCarlyfan
    May 2, 2014
    9
    Very good, really! It has many brand-new features, such as Mega Evolution, Pokémon-Amie, Super Training, awesome graphics and 3D scenes and battles and 69 new Pokémon, however, to achieve the Ultimate Goal, to catch 'em all, you really get bored in about 200-250.
  19. NocheShade
    Oct 23, 2013
    10
    A very good start to a generation and does a much better job the B/W 1. One of the best pokemon games but I feel that Platinum, Emerald and B/W 2 were better.
  20. Kelphy
    Nov 5, 2013
    9
    This game is perfection. Just when you thought that Pokemon was over and losing its charm, they threw this at us and it has been something many have absolutely loved!
    When the game does lack things to do after you complete the game, since you no longer can call up friends like its predecessor. It surely makes up for it in graphics and beauty in this gorgeous game.
  21. unddr
    Nov 2, 2013
    9
    Librar tu primera batalla en esta entrega es como haberlo hecho por primera vez; los gráficos, sonidos, efectos y escenarios hacen de Pokémon Y una aventura totalmente renovada y con una esencia diferente. Las nuevas criaturas, el nuevo tipo hada, las mega-evoluciones, el efecto 3D, la jugabilidad en línea, el Friend Safari, el Super Entrenamiento y el Poké-Recreo logran hacer de estaLibrar tu primera batalla en esta entrega es como haberlo hecho por primera vez; los gráficos, sonidos, efectos y escenarios hacen de Pokémon Y una aventura totalmente renovada y con una esencia diferente. Las nuevas criaturas, el nuevo tipo hada, las mega-evoluciones, el efecto 3D, la jugabilidad en línea, el Friend Safari, el Super Entrenamiento y el Poké-Recreo logran hacer de esta entrega la evolución más grande en toda la serie no sólo por el potencial gráfico de la consola, sino por la gran cantidad de mejoras en su gameplay, y es que son tantas las innovaciones que es fácil no saber qué hacer durante tus primeros pasos por Kalos. Otra cuestión interesante es el ideal del equipo enemigo, que aunque un poco distorsionado, mal planteado y a veces incomprensible, nos hace reflexionar de la realidad del mundo actual en el que vivimos. Como puntos a restar están los lags al activar el efecto 3D, la pobre dificultad de los líderes de gimnasio, tus amigos/rivales, la elite four y la campeona, y algunos bugs muy graves. También es de considerar que el juego no tiene tanta jugabilidad pos-juego como Black/White 2.
    En conclusión estamos frente a la mejor generación de Pokémon, con personajes muy sólidos, diseños extraordinarios, grandes implementaciones al gameplay como lo son el tipo hada, las megaevoluciones y los ajustes en algunas habilidades que hacen al juego más competitivo y equilibrado. Si la saga sigue puliéndose podríamos estar cerca de jugar una verdadera obra maestra en las próximas entregas.    … Expand
  22. asjklasjklas
    Jan 12, 2014
    9
    Pokémon X and Y won't conform many who haven't fallen for the hype since day one, however, it's as stunning as the day the franchise first made its way into the hearts of everyone else who's been the opposite of a hater. Pros: The visuals aren't just an improvement, they're, as aforementioned, stunning and excellently executed; many, many new features such as Pokémon Amie, Super Training,Pokémon X and Y won't conform many who haven't fallen for the hype since day one, however, it's as stunning as the day the franchise first made its way into the hearts of everyone else who's been the opposite of a hater. Pros: The visuals aren't just an improvement, they're, as aforementioned, stunning and excellently executed; many, many new features such as Pokémon Amie, Super Training, character customization, and daily content help develop a deeper connection between players and their Pokémon; multiplayer value is also better than ever thanks to simplified access and Wondertrade; Pokémon from all gens make an appearance sometime or another; meeting Pikachu, Evee, the original starters, and Snorlax early in the game help create a nostalgic sense of familiarity that veterans and even newcomers alike will admire. Cons: The 3-D functionality isn't exemplified very often and when it is, frames-per-second run very, very slow very, very frequently; newer features such as Pokémon Amie and character customization, although adored, are limited; the storyline, stage designs, NPCs are flawed and/or forgettable; some newer features such as Mega Evolutions and "tipping" are virtually useless; too easy and a bit over-rewarding in terms of leveling up and making money.… Expand
  23. MW1AA2Gs
    Jan 15, 2014
    10
    It is by far my favorite Pokemon game and got me truly interested in Pokémon. Even though there have been many Pokemon games I liked before this, this is by far my favorite (because I had to add more text).
  24. spellboy555
    Oct 29, 2013
    10
    This game was very well made and the characters are very lovable. The pokemon were also very nice looking as was the ending. Not going to say due to spoilers.
  25. FilipeDX
    Oct 21, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pokemon Y features 69 new pokemon and 28 new forms to play around with. It is the first pokemon to be fully 3 dimensional and a great and easy transition into the 3D environments possible with the 3DS, pokemon Y makes use of the handhelds capabilities by throwing the player into a large, diverse and lush world with enough there to make the story an enjoyable play through with some darker convention being at work and some brand new mechanics that are sure to change the way the meta game function.

    The presentation of the game is very well delivered with the design of each pokemon looking like a significant improvement from the previous titles, the world looks very detailed and sharp as well with the theme of beauty definitely making its appearance through out the region of Kalos. While some areas are better than others in the game there are places that do not feel so inspired and a lot of the towns have many repeated buildings and NPC interactions as the next town making it feel a little dim at at points of the game however its a solid looking game.

    The game play is surprisingly fast with the battle animations lasting no longer than maybe 3 seconds, this is also complimented by the smooth animations and particle effects give the game a atmospheric edge however its hard not to notice that the 3D function should not be in use at all as the frames tend to drop with it turned and sometimes they drop even because a larger pokemon with more dynamic movement is in field. The battles play out nicely and the story progression has a nice pace with it starting out very fast then a steady drop allows the player to build up an idea of what pokemon to use and continue on to the next challenge overall the mechanics work very well even with the addition of a brand new typing and evolution that occurs only during battle and while they both may seem like they could break the current meta game we all know of I am excited to find out about new strategies being used especially since dragons no longer have any effect on fairies.

    The game does have a few flaws to go over and the first one that stood out to me instantly while playing was that while the region is bigger than i initially thought, there was a huge lack of secret areas to explore or any major routes that could only be taken after defeating the pokemon league however *spoiler* the amount to do after clocking the game is lacking and there are many features that you wish they would have actually changed or developed further for example they did not implement any Co operative play in the battle maison which really should have been there helping the pokemon series to really push forward into the multilayer and yes I know the bottom screen has the player search menu which in my opinion is a great step up allowing you to trade and battle friends anywhere however the co-op needed to be there to add more to the game. Another feature that I though could of been implemented into the game was an on-line/ local safari co-op mode and they clearly though about it just not in the way we were expecting instead it rewards the player for having a lot of friends which is coll because you can find different pokemon depending on the friend however this was done poorly and could of been expanded for example let the player create the safari zone they want their friends to play in and choose what pokemon should be in it depending on the ones you have caught and the typing this would have a lot a lot more value to the experience of post game. The amount of legendaries you catch is also seriously lacking with a total of 3 to go for and 2 of them being 1st gen it really does not satisfy (at least change the bird for the one of the Regis or genies).

    Overall Y is a very good transition to a new generation of not only pokemon but mechanics and art style, the direction is good however it needs the extra push in content to keep us playing after defeating the league as not everyone likes to grind pokemon with the pure intention of pitting them against others on line.    … Expand
  26. oXFixtXo
    Oct 21, 2013
    10
    I have to say since the day that Pokemon X & Y came out there has not been a day go by where i've not played for a minimum of 3 hours. This game is on the next level, i love it, i love the fully realized 3d world that game freak have managed to create, battles are now also in 3d and Pokemon moves have more of a punch than ever.

    Personally i do not play with the 3d feature on but that    I have to say since the day that Pokemon X & Y came out there has not been a day go by where i've not played for a minimum of 3 hours. This game is on the next level, i love it, i love the fully realized 3d world that game freak have managed to create, battles are now also in 3d and Pokemon moves have more of a punch than ever.

    Personally i do not play with the 3d feature on but that doesn't in anyway alter the gameplay for me, it great either way.

    The content in Y is spread out superbly, i was playing the game for a couple of hours before i hit the first Gym, it was nice to explore the new areas without rushing, take in the scenery, smelling those roses, every aspect of the gameplay has been improved in this new generation, from the Pokemon's animations, music, save times, load times and online features, there is a strong social aspect to the game, trading and battling with other trainers online.
    As for the story, its your usual fill your Pokedex and stop a the bad guys bit.. Still doesn't detract from the fun though.

    Pokemon fans will be pleased to know that Pokemon from all generations make an appearance in this title X & Y) and for me there is nothing more nostalgic than getting my hands on Pikachu, Blastoise, Bulbasaur and Charizard complete with Mega Evolution, a feature that allows you to evolve your Pokemon to an extra stage.

    One of the features that makes me return each day is the "Wonder Trade" system, a feature that allows you to trade a Pokemon randomly with anyone playing the game on the internet, you never know what you might get, could be a lvl 1 starter Pokemon or a higher lvl mid-endgame Pokemon, this is accompanied with normal trade so you can see the Pokemon you and the person you're trading with are getting. All together good fun, and helpful in light that you "gotta catch em all"

    This game is a must have for fans of the series and newcomers to the series, its a brilliant game jammed packed with content, there is always something to do.

    My review would not be complete without a criticism, and that for me is the Pokedex system, this system organizes your Pokemon by region rather than them all being together, something I find irritating, on top of that you cannot tell whether or not you own a Pokemon you receive via trade unless you look through all of the Pokemon you own and spot a duplicate, this is annoying to me, its hard to keep all your Pokemon organized effectively. There needs to be a "Auto Sort" or a "Find duplicates" Feature. There is also never enough space in boxes for Pokemon, unless of course you pay for the online service "Pokemon Bank" a service provided in browser that offers you 3000 spaces at a cost of real money .

    One more thing worth mention is the "game breaking bug" this bug (for some people) will not allow them to continue playing after saving in the main city, and renders the game useless, people report the game freezing up and once your 3DS has been restarted the issue persists. Articles can be found about this all over the web, Nintendo are aware and i assume a patch is incoming to fix this issue.

    At conclusion though this game is brilliant and shouldn't be mistaken for a kids game, i'm 27 and not a huge fan of the Pokemon universe but the fact remains Pokefan or not, this is just a good game.

    Go out and buy it now!    … Expand
  27. ThePatronGamer
    Nov 5, 2013
    8
    I thought this game was a great Pokemon game. It was not as good as Soul Silver or Emerald, but it gave me the nostalgia necessary for it to be entertaining to a 19-year old boy. It tries too hard to have a meaningful campaign, but its effort does not take away from its classic game play.
  28. sonicboom1999
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    pokemon y is a Revelation for all pokemon cause it is the first 3d pokemon main serie game 3d game
    and it is the first time that you can customize your character anyways pokemon x and y are awesome games
  29. jafreese
    Nov 9, 2013
    8
    The Pokemon games keep getting better and better with each iteration. People always say Pokemon is the same in each game but this is by far the most balanced competitively.
  30. like_a_game
    Nov 12, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. awesome awesome! this game has all pokemon generations pokemon and it is also on 3d!! best graphics ever!_____________________________________________… Expand
  31. JOSHDILISI
    Nov 18, 2013
    8
    Pros:
    - lovable new Pokemon
    - long and lots of fun
    - returning classics to be seen in 3D
    - slight customization of player
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    Cons
    - little too easy
    - slow start
    - confusing pokedex
  32. neitsuke
    Nov 19, 2013
    9
    At first I was scared about the game being worse than anticipated, since I loved Black2 so much and thought it would be the best Pokémon game for a long time. However, this game proved me wrong, and I even like it more than Black2 to my surprise. The only bad thing I have against the game is the lag caused by battling, veeeery noticeable on 3VS3
  33. Guy_McDude
    Mar 4, 2014
    8
    There's more good than bad here and the game has a lot of charm. What it lacks in some ways is ambition.

    Good: Battle graphics are outstanding and a huge boost from Black and White. Huge variety of monsters from various generations available immediately. Online multiplayer is better than it has ever been. It's easy to trade and battle strangers on the spot. Though there are less    There's more good than bad here and the game has a lot of charm. What it lacks in some ways is ambition.

    Good: Battle graphics are outstanding and a huge boost from Black and White.
    Huge variety of monsters from various generations available immediately.
    Online multiplayer is better than it has ever been. It's easy to trade and battle strangers on the spot. Though there are less options for rule-sets than perhaps there should be and the battle room seems to refuse allowing full 6 monster teams.
    Breeding is easier and more clear than ever and training monsters to their potential is much more intuitive with mini games.
    Tons of items, abilities and core gameplay options to personalize your team of favorites.
    A new type that challenges the dominance of certain types.

    Bad: Too few new pokemon as well as too few Mega options, many of which are lent to the already most powerful monsters in the game. In total, the lowest number of new pokemon in a game.
    Metagame is not even remotely balanced to the point where community battle simulators provide a more entertaining experience.
    Story is almost nonexistent. The antagonistic team is crunched into two short back to back sequences which are resolved by non-player characters off screen after you battle the villains.
    Pacing is poor, aforementioned flare sequence and the oddly spaced gyms. Early gyms being very far apart and having pokemon level caps too close for comfort before they cease listening and later gyms being crammed narrowly together.
    Many characters are unremarkable and easily forgettable, including the finale battles. Side characters continue to be a nuisance chopping up progression.
    Post game content is a shadow compared to some previous gens.

    Though at face value there may seem to be more negatives posted above, the severity of most of the negatives isn't crippling and what the game does well it does very well. I look forward to the next addition where the foundation made for XY expedites a more content packed follow-up.    … Expand
  34. MistyFalls
    Dec 13, 2013
    10
    I gave Pokemon X&Y 10 eventhough I should have rated it 8. 10 because the game transitioned very well and was able to create a visually beautiful Pokemon game. It has added a lot of gameplay elements but the best yet is it's online feature. My only disappointment was there is very few things to do, post-game. I wish there was an option for those who are not inclined in competitive battlingI gave Pokemon X&Y 10 eventhough I should have rated it 8. 10 because the game transitioned very well and was able to create a visually beautiful Pokemon game. It has added a lot of gameplay elements but the best yet is it's online feature. My only disappointment was there is very few things to do, post-game. I wish there was an option for those who are not inclined in competitive battling like me for something else to do aside from breeding and training your perfect pokemon.… Expand
  35. Poom3029
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    This game is awesome. This game allows you to customize your character, pet your Pokemon, train it outside of battle, and even captured Pokemon give EXP, making this game slightly easier and more enjoyable even for people who are new to Pokemon.
  36. Glace
    Dec 24, 2013
    10
    Oh my god, this is truly the best Pokemon game to date. Game Freak put in so much that we've been dying for in Pokemon games for years. I recommend this game to everyone. Even if the Team plot feels a bit forced, it's still a blast to play. Lots of replay value, and it's miles better than Pokemon B/W and even the fantastic Pokemon Black 2 and White 2. 10 out of 10.
  37. G6In3D
    Jan 6, 2014
    10
    Welp, after receiving Pokemon Y as a Christmas gift, I finally beat the game on January 1, 2014 (1 down, 99 to go). Because of this, I am now coming forward with this review. Let me start off with this: Just....amazing. Pokemon Y is without a doubt the current epitome of the Pokemon franchise (don't worry Emerald, you're still #1).
    The game impressed more than I thought it would; I    Welp, after receiving Pokemon Y as a Christmas gift, I finally beat the game on January 1, 2014 (1 down, 99 to go). Because of this, I am now coming forward with this review. Let me start off with this: Just....amazing. Pokemon Y is without a doubt the current epitome of the Pokemon franchise (don't worry Emerald, you're still #1).
    The game impressed more than I thought it would; I suppose you say it blew my expectations out of the water. The cutscenes were very well done actually in Pokemon Y (an improvement over the BW2 ones). Especially with the 3D visuals; those certainly appeared as nothing short of spectacular.
    Pokemon Y (along with X) came out with a total of 69 brand new pokemon (in addition to 3 possible rumored ones), which brought the overall total number of pokemon to 718. These included some favorites (ex. Greninja, Goomy, and Hawlucha), and others...not so much (ex. Klefki....). Regardless, the new installments seemed to have had a good variety of pokemon to choose from, given that many pokemon from previous generations were also available to catch (for example: my team consists of Chesnaught, Pidgeot, Blaziken, Blastoise, Hawlucha, and Lucario; don't judge me, I make the "fighting-type" overload work).
    Another thing, Mega Evolutions are extremely powerful. Ain't no stopping you if you got the mega evos (if you what I mean). Seriously, the only 2 NPCs that managed to beat me AFTER I had control of "Mega Evolution" (I mainly cycled between Lucario, Blaziken, and Blastoise) were Siebold and Diantha (both of the Pokemon League).
    Anyways, the story (I won't spoil, don't worry) was alright too. I will admit that the story wasn't as great as the one of the Black/White versions, I could relate to Y's story pretty well (especially when I seemed to be a complete jacka** to the NPCs in the game). Also, I don't think that the Team Flare boss was "one-dimensional" by any means.
    I also liked that there was a plethora of Internet references thrown in there, including:

    IT'S OVER 9000!
    My Body is Ready
    The Power Rangers
    Youngster Joey
    "Meow, Meow, I can haz cheezburger, Meow?"
    -and more.
    The Verdict

    Pokemon Y is a wonderful addition to the franchise, and should not be overlooked. I'd definitely recommend the game to any RPG fan, Pokemon fan, or any owner of a Nintendo 3DS.    … Expand
  38. guitarguy001
    Jan 8, 2014
    9
    As a die hard fan of this series, this game did not disappoint. The new and refined gameplay makes the series feel new again and the huge amount of Pokemon you can find just adds to the fun. The soundtrack is very memorable and the story is suprisingly dark. However, the new Pokemon amount is very few (70? come on) and the game after the main story is rather lacking. But with so manyAs a die hard fan of this series, this game did not disappoint. The new and refined gameplay makes the series feel new again and the huge amount of Pokemon you can find just adds to the fun. The soundtrack is very memorable and the story is suprisingly dark. However, the new Pokemon amount is very few (70? come on) and the game after the main story is rather lacking. But with so many Pokemon to catch and train, i honestly think that this is not the issue. One of the best games on the 3DS and definitely earns a spot on your library.… Expand
  39. masterjohnson1
    Feb 21, 2014
    9
    I have not owned a Pokemon game in some time and when this came out I got it to see what had happened to Pokemon while I have been away, and I am glad I did with new Pokemon that are quite good story is quite like the others. The 3D part of it is good and I loved the time I spent with it, you should really give this Pokemon a go, you will not be sorry
  40. jkirby99
    Jan 12, 2014
    10
    This game is pure genius by Nintendo. A fantastic art style with the 3D battling working perfectly. So many new features to enhance the strategy elements of the game and a surprisingly deep plot. Not to mention the numerous references to the classic games.
  41. HI_Friend
    Jan 20, 2014
    9
    This game is a great addition to the Nintendo 3DS. While there are less Pokemon than in previous titles,and the 3D mode lowers frame rate,this is an amazing game many should plat at least once.
  42. EvilChicken
    Jan 26, 2014
    9
    No game is perfect, but this game was great! i love mega evolving my amphoros, he looks awesome with hair. i thought the exp. share was overpowered, but if you really dont like it turn it off. Easiest game in the series, only took me 2 days to beat, but there is plenty to do afterwards.
  43. michaelkmadsen
    Mar 6, 2014
    9
    Pokemon breaks the law of diminishing returns. And it always returns! The franchise hasn't necessarily evolved (Michael uses "pun intended"! It's not very effective...), but it has changed cosmetically over the years. X and Y introduce a new type of Pokemon (Fairy), a new battle feature: Mega-Evolution (now Pokemon can go Super-Saiyan too), Pokemon-Amie (pet your pets a la Nintendogs),Pokemon breaks the law of diminishing returns. And it always returns! The franchise hasn't necessarily evolved (Michael uses "pun intended"! It's not very effective...), but it has changed cosmetically over the years. X and Y introduce a new type of Pokemon (Fairy), a new battle feature: Mega-Evolution (now Pokemon can go Super-Saiyan too), Pokemon-Amie (pet your pets a la Nintendogs), Friend Safari (can I have your Friend-code?!), the PSS (an easy way to trade with other players), and a small smattering of new Pokemon, making this the most stream-lined and surprise-packed addition to the Pokemon series in years. If you've ever played a Pokemon game, you know what you're getting into when you pick this up, but the new features and the updated graphics make it really hard to put back down.… Expand
  44. MasterLink
    Feb 24, 2014
    10
    The absolute Pokemon experience. Imagine whatever you ever desired from a Pokemon game. This title has it and MUCH more. A beautiful world all in 3D, amazing battle effects, customizable main character, online trades and battles (simpler and easier than you could have ever hoped), Super Training, Pokemon Amie and a dozen other features that I can't even remember to mention. Parent or childThe absolute Pokemon experience. Imagine whatever you ever desired from a Pokemon game. This title has it and MUCH more. A beautiful world all in 3D, amazing battle effects, customizable main character, online trades and battles (simpler and easier than you could have ever hoped), Super Training, Pokemon Amie and a dozen other features that I can't even remember to mention. Parent or child there are very few other games out there that can give you so much value for 50 $. The 3DS has a big list of great titles and this game sits at the top places of that list.… Expand
  45. jodmk2
    Feb 26, 2014
    8
    I have played every generation of Pokemon but I was disappointed with generations 4 and in particular 5. X/Y has thankfully bucked this trend though is not without flaws.

    The story is exactly the same as any other game in the series but did we think they would change it after all this time? Visually it is amazing. I know Pokemon games tend to see big graphical improvements from one    I have played every generation of Pokemon but I was disappointed with generations 4 and in particular 5. X/Y has thankfully bucked this trend though is not without flaws.

    The story is exactly the same as any other game in the series but did we think they would change it after all this time?

    Visually it is amazing. I know Pokemon games tend to see big graphical improvements from one generation to the next but I don't think anyone expected anything like this. Battles look amazing, some of the animations are top class as well.

    As always we have seen new Pokemon but a lot less then what we have previously seen but with the introduction of the fairy type and new type combinations it has mixed things up.

    The main problem with the game is the difficulty AKA EXP share. With it on you can beat the game easily. I was 10 levels higher than the champion in my first play through. With it off you find yourself quickly out leveled. This means to play it normally you need to constantly turn the thing off and on again.

    Not a problem but something I don't like is the mega evolutions. I think its more gimmicky then anything else. An excuse to cave into pressure to make Charizard a dragon type.    … Expand
  46. CosmicGamer
    Feb 26, 2014
    9
    Pokemon Y is easily one of the best games in the franchise, with a new 3D twist to a classic game. Everything in this game seems like it has been custom built form the ground up, probably because it has. Custom 3D models for every Pokemon, and custom animations for certain moves for certain Pokemon. This is most likely the most detailed Pokemon game every created. The classic spritePokemon Y is easily one of the best games in the franchise, with a new 3D twist to a classic game. Everything in this game seems like it has been custom built form the ground up, probably because it has. Custom 3D models for every Pokemon, and custom animations for certain moves for certain Pokemon. This is most likely the most detailed Pokemon game every created. The classic sprite oriented 2D world transitioned perfectly into a 3D world. The NPCs actually move around, and the cities actually feel alive compared to cities in previous games. This game follows the same standard Pokemon formula. You choose a started that is either grass, water, or fire. Then you travel around the region challenging all the Gyms, and having to deal with the evil team that is always trying to do something evil. In this game, that team is Team Flare. A group of people focused on creating a perfect, beautiful world. No matter what the cost. Although the main story in this game is shorter than the others, it is still enjoyable and loads of fun to play through. And I think that the completely redesigned game world and redesigned gamely completely makes up for the lack of some story. The new region, the Kalos region is one of my favourites, second to the Sinnoh region. It consists of three main areas, central, costal, and mountain Kalos. Each different section of the region is diverse from the others in its own way. People in the central sector seem to be more consumerist. With cafes, stores, and places to shop taking up almost every street. Costal Kalos seems tone more laid back, and smarter. This is where the research senators are, and its also a hot spot for swimming and surfing. People living in the mountain Kalos region seem to be very focused on becoming strong trainers, more so than people in the other two thirds of the region. All together, Pokemon Y is a huge step in the right direction for the franchise. Bringing with it an entirely new graphical approach to the game, soma awesome new features, and of course, a plethora of new Pokemon. As the first game in generation VI, it makes me hopeful for that else this generation, and future gens have in store for us.… Expand
  47. canadianidiot
    Mar 22, 2014
    9
    This game is one of my favorite 3ds games, It puts the 3d effect to good use and I like the new game mechanics. I haven't been playing Pokemon that long as some people have but I'm glad I got into this franchise when I did. Fun game
  48. ybetterthanx
    Apr 12, 2014
    10
    This game is so amazing it is unbeliveable the graphics are leaps and bounds ahead of its predecessors, and it comes with heaps of new features, far too many to go into. if you have ever played Pokemon, this game is a must buy
  49. flyingmonkeynut
    Apr 22, 2014
    10
    By far the best Pokemon title so far. The pokemon now look great as 3d models, instead of the sprites in previous games. The new pokemon include some great creatures and a lot of previous pokemon are obtainable too, thanks, partly, to the global trade station, allowing players to trade pokemon with anyone in the world. Anyone who has enjoyed any previous generation will love this game andBy far the best Pokemon title so far. The pokemon now look great as 3d models, instead of the sprites in previous games. The new pokemon include some great creatures and a lot of previous pokemon are obtainable too, thanks, partly, to the global trade station, allowing players to trade pokemon with anyone in the world. Anyone who has enjoyed any previous generation will love this game and it is also great for new players too.… Expand
  50. MrBell
    May 20, 2014
    9
    The graphics are stunning, filling up the pokedex is very challenging, and the online capabilities(battling and trading) has never been more inviting.
    It is a must own for 3ds
  51. NotRogerEbert
    Jun 16, 2014
    10
    It's Pokémon. It's perfect. Play this game even if you have to literally steal a 3DS and the game. A perfectly realized world that's immersive and tactical. There's near endless replay value and a slew of new Pokémon that make the game better overall. You owe it to yourself to plan this game. If you've never played a Pokémon game before, this is the perfect gateway drug (I mean game).
  52. Donizetty
    May 27, 2014
    10
    The game is almost perfect for pokemon wi-fi battles!!! It have a frame rate so poorly and the 3d effect is so lame... I'd like the pokemon has fewer polygon to make the game in full 3d
  53. muah_ha_ha
    Jun 4, 2014
    8
    If you're a Pokemon fan, this game is a must by. Pokemon Y is a lot of fun and features the same charm and challenge level as the previous versions. The visuals are amazing and the new Pokemon are much better than the ones in Gen 5. The online features of this game like wonder trade work great. The main downside is the storyline which feels bad and the post game activities are alsoIf you're a Pokemon fan, this game is a must by. Pokemon Y is a lot of fun and features the same charm and challenge level as the previous versions. The visuals are amazing and the new Pokemon are much better than the ones in Gen 5. The online features of this game like wonder trade work great. The main downside is the storyline which feels bad and the post game activities are also lacking. Nonetheless, Pokemon Y is a great improvement from Gen 5 and is a great game.… Expand
  54. kdkade
    Oct 14, 2014
    9
    Almost perfect pokemon game. Almost, because there is not that much to do after you complete it. I mean relatively, because this is still pokemon game and you still can easily invest hundreds of hours into it, But it could be more interesting than it is, I mean - a lot of previous installments were.
  55. CactusReview
    Jul 23, 2014
    9
    One of the single best games I've ever played. Engaging, fun, beautiful, and is considered by some, including me, to be the turn for pokemon games that will bring them to even higher standards in the future. So much content for your money, although I wish there were a way to get your pokemon from older generations to your current game without paying extra. Also, the pokemon themselves areOne of the single best games I've ever played. Engaging, fun, beautiful, and is considered by some, including me, to be the turn for pokemon games that will bring them to even higher standards in the future. So much content for your money, although I wish there were a way to get your pokemon from older generations to your current game without paying extra. Also, the pokemon themselves are some of my favorites from any of the generations, and so many are great in their own ways. And, if you haven't heard yet, there's a new type introduced...… Expand
  56. EremitaJ
    Aug 4, 2014
    9
    What did you expect? The story is short, the enemy team is a joke, the plot is too cliché and the dificulty has fallen down gretly, making this game a departure form Black and White and B/W 2. But, in the other hand the game is more directed towards competitive gaming and that is vital in Super Training and in the more options towards playing with people all around the world, and I have aWhat did you expect? The story is short, the enemy team is a joke, the plot is too cliché and the dificulty has fallen down gretly, making this game a departure form Black and White and B/W 2. But, in the other hand the game is more directed towards competitive gaming and that is vital in Super Training and in the more options towards playing with people all around the world, and I have a soft spot for Pokémon and the competitive.… Expand
  57. DreamcastUser
    Oct 19, 2014
    9
    One of the best Pokemon Games to date in my opinion. Lots of great new features and the story was great. Also gives you lots of extra things to do post elite 4.
  58. Squidy
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    It may not be the best Pokemon out there, it still is pretty good. Most of the new pokemon look really cool, and the mega evolutions are awesome. Gamefreak tried their best to try to please fans of the original games. I think they did a good job with that. The music is pretty good. I had an amazing experience in this game. There are better Pokemon games out there, but this one is reallyIt may not be the best Pokemon out there, it still is pretty good. Most of the new pokemon look really cool, and the mega evolutions are awesome. Gamefreak tried their best to try to please fans of the original games. I think they did a good job with that. The music is pretty good. I had an amazing experience in this game. There are better Pokemon games out there, but this one is really good too. I suggest that you pick this game up.… Expand
  59. Steeldude
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    Great visuals and online possibilities, but the game suffers in the departments of difficulty and post-game. So, basically, it is not very memorable and certainly not my favorite Pokémon game.
  60. didihere
    Oct 23, 2014
    8
    i had bought this game on the first day it came out, and it was fantastic playing it for the first time and then the game just got better and better. there is batter graphics, more pokemon, mega evolutions, and character customization. you will really enjoy this game, i know i did.
  61. TSW
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    My third favourite game. most of new Pokémon are a great. the graphics are snazzy and seeing the best Pokémon ever, Palkia in 3d is glorious! the mechanics are greatly improved and finally it's music is the best!
  62. SinonSinoff
    Dec 4, 2014
    9
    Spent over 999:99 hours on this game on my second run breeding everything I could. While it lasted, it was fun, but once I stopped playing for a while, it was really hard to get back into. I hope they have more post-game features in the next canon series.
  63. Frankazar
    Dec 19, 2014
    9
    Buy this game. If you are a Pokemon fan, tyou need it. It is a revolutionary Pokemon game. If you're new, get on board you don't know what you're missing. My only problem with it is that their is a lack of aftergame.
  64. Allion
    Aug 20, 2015
    9
    This is my second favorite Pokemon game, behind Pokemon Ruby. I honestly did not have high expectations for this game, as I didn't enjoy Pokemon Black&White (I didn't like the new pokemon, tried too many new things but didn't succeed in a lot of them), so I thought this game would follow the same path. Then, Game Freak surprised me by promising full 3D sprites for ALL Pokemon, which is theThis is my second favorite Pokemon game, behind Pokemon Ruby. I honestly did not have high expectations for this game, as I didn't enjoy Pokemon Black&White (I didn't like the new pokemon, tried too many new things but didn't succeed in a lot of them), so I thought this game would follow the same path. Then, Game Freak surprised me by promising full 3D sprites for ALL Pokemon, which is the main reason I got it.

    I got to say, I love this game. The new Pokemon are actually great, the new 3D design is awesome, and I found the atmosphere to be improved over Black and White. Mega Evolutions are a game changer, and are a good way to give fans evolutions to Pokemon who truly need them, without breaking some mechanics.

    Overall I would give this an 8.6/10, but I can't give decimal scores on here so I rounded up.    … Expand
  65. smeargle05
    May 14, 2015
    8
    The game makes a very nice transition from 2D to 3D and the visual style is simple and consistent. The gameplay is very much the same as the previous entries, but the introduction to Mega Evolutions further diversifies gameplay tactics. This game also makes EV training so much easier. However, I felt this entry to be lacking in the story department (compared to Black and White) and endThe game makes a very nice transition from 2D to 3D and the visual style is simple and consistent. The gameplay is very much the same as the previous entries, but the introduction to Mega Evolutions further diversifies gameplay tactics. This game also makes EV training so much easier. However, I felt this entry to be lacking in the story department (compared to Black and White) and end game content. In spite of this, this is a great version to pick for newcomers.… Expand
  66. UltraTektite
    May 27, 2016
    8
    Pokemon X and Y were solid entries in the Pokemon series. With a crisp graphics and great gameplay, the game for the most part was a fantastic experience. However, there were some issues. First of all, the story was pretty weak considering the in depth story of Black and White 2, and Team Flare were really underwhelming as villains. In addition, the series' transition to 3D was prettyPokemon X and Y were solid entries in the Pokemon series. With a crisp graphics and great gameplay, the game for the most part was a fantastic experience. However, there were some issues. First of all, the story was pretty weak considering the in depth story of Black and White 2, and Team Flare were really underwhelming as villains. In addition, the series' transition to 3D was pretty clunky, since the shrunk-down models in the overworld looked really weird. That kind of thing only works with sprites. Also, the low amount of legendaries to catch makes most of the post-game seem meaningless. Despite these issues, Pokemon X and Y are worthy games for 3DS owners to add to their collection.… Expand
  67. hulmej
    Nov 15, 2015
    9
    Pretty awesome! This game was actually the first pokemon I bought when I bought the 3ds and I was blown away!! Amazing graphics, story and pokemon! What more could you ask for?!
  68. Wujman
    Aug 31, 2015
    7
    If you are a fan of how you actually needed to use tactics in the old Pokemon games then this is not for you, unless you just want to be told a story. You can easily strong arm through this game with your starter Pokemon. That's something you couldn't do with Pokemon Yellow, Pikachu would have died so many times it would have made the game not fun. On the other hand it is definitely a goodIf you are a fan of how you actually needed to use tactics in the old Pokemon games then this is not for you, unless you just want to be told a story. You can easily strong arm through this game with your starter Pokemon. That's something you couldn't do with Pokemon Yellow, Pikachu would have died so many times it would have made the game not fun. On the other hand it is definitely a good looking game for a handheld console and all of the Pokemon designs are pretty neat. Its not that bad if you can get over the annoying fact of how mind numbing easy it is.… Expand
  69. timthepunk
    Oct 19, 2015
    6
    I'm not going to say that old Pokemon games were better, because I love Pokemon White, along with HG/SS but this game really quite honestly bores me. The 3D is only really that useful in battles. I would have loved to have seen that when just exploring the world. The storyline has its ups and downs, but it kind of bored me. Probably the only real upside to this game would have to be theI'm not going to say that old Pokemon games were better, because I love Pokemon White, along with HG/SS but this game really quite honestly bores me. The 3D is only really that useful in battles. I would have loved to have seen that when just exploring the world. The storyline has its ups and downs, but it kind of bored me. Probably the only real upside to this game would have to be the online gaming aspect of it. Music is pretty great, and graphics are good. Overall, its a decent game, but not the best. I suggest trying out the game before you buy it, you may like it better than me.… Expand
  70. Don_kAtana
    Oct 28, 2015
    9
    A good game with cool new graphic but its not a "new" Pokemon, fans would like it and for new users is it a good game too, the pokemon looks ok and and well its a good game
  71. Hakros323
    May 1, 2016
    7
    While Pokemon X/Y aren't the worst games in the series, it's not the best either. I still enjoyed the game, though. I liked the leap the main series made into 3D. The characters models are great and the scenery is beautiful. Some of the new Pokemon are cool, even though they didn't made that many new Pokemons this time around, and the Mega Evolution is a great new addition to the battle.While Pokemon X/Y aren't the worst games in the series, it's not the best either. I still enjoyed the game, though. I liked the leap the main series made into 3D. The characters models are great and the scenery is beautiful. Some of the new Pokemon are cool, even though they didn't made that many new Pokemons this time around, and the Mega Evolution is a great new addition to the battle. The online is superb as well. My problem with it? Well, it seems a bit easy compare to the other games. No Pokemon games are truly challenging, but this game felt a bit...too easy. The music is a mix-bag, and the post game story is lackluster.
    If you're a hardcore Pokemon fan, this is a game you'll enjoy.    … Expand
  72. EpicLadySponge
    Jun 21, 2016
    9
    Creative and powerful, Pokémon Y proves that this Pokémon franchise isn't over yet. With a couple of new Pokémon to start with, there's a whole load of other Pokémon to collect out in Pokémon Y for the Nintendo 3DS.
  73. TheKanator
    Jan 9, 2016
    8
    Pokemon Y is a really fun and colorful game. On the pus, it has a really nice art style and the cell-shading perfectly fits the Pokemon games. The characters are simple but they're fun to see on screen. The battle system has been refined to near perfection and the new Meg evolution are a blast to use. Most of the new Pokemon are really well designed and they include every generation'sPokemon Y is a really fun and colorful game. On the pus, it has a really nice art style and the cell-shading perfectly fits the Pokemon games. The characters are simple but they're fun to see on screen. The battle system has been refined to near perfection and the new Meg evolution are a blast to use. Most of the new Pokemon are really well designed and they include every generation's Pokemon which really fleshes out the choices for your team. They also decreased the need for HMs a little. The only problems are that the online interface isn't as good as it could be, and the game feels pretty easy and almost short. But Pokemon Y is a great, fun game you need to get.… Expand
  74. Silverzapper
    Mar 9, 2016
    8
    This game is one of my favourite Pokemon games. It is the first in the series to abandon sprite graphics which is a much needed update. The new graphics look beautiful and the developers love to show it off in this game with various bench views. I think the mega evolutions are great but I have a problem with them. As someone who loves to see diverse teams I hate the fact that megaThis game is one of my favourite Pokemon games. It is the first in the series to abandon sprite graphics which is a much needed update. The new graphics look beautiful and the developers love to show it off in this game with various bench views. I think the mega evolutions are great but I have a problem with them. As someone who loves to see diverse teams I hate the fact that mega evolutions discourage diversity even more which is annoying to me since I want them to encourage it. Other than that there is the story which if you've ever played a pokemon game you already know. But no one actually plays for the story. I also really liked pokemon amie and the wonder trade is decent. The GTS is terrible though. A few seconds of being on there proves that when you see all the caterpies that will stay there forever because no one in their right mind would trade one of those for an Arceus. In conclusion you should buy this. The good outweigh the bad by far.… Expand
  75. SrPepe
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    No sólo es el mejor juego de Pokémon de la historia, sino que estoy seguro que es el mejor juego de todos los títulos disponibles en la 3DS. Me fascinó totalmente.
  76. derkonig6
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    I really enoyed. this game,loved the mega evolutions.I am not a super mega pokemon fan that know every pokemon or a breeder for stats etc.I just play the game for fun and this game was really fun for me to play.
  77. Calandria
    Jun 26, 2016
    9
    Pokemon x and y are a big advance for the pokemon' s universe, because there is a graffics jump.
    But the difficulty is the worst in al pokemon games, by that my score is not 10
  78. Lone_Wolf_Sones
    Aug 7, 2016
    10
    Poke'mon X/Y gives the Poke'mon series the shot in the arm it needed. As a lapsed fan it certainly succeeded in pulling me back in. Perhaps part of that is due to the familiar faces from Generation 1 that I had grown up with. Does that make me nostalgic? Perhaps. Does it make me a genwunner? Not really as I found some new favorites too. The most immediate impression you will have withPoke'mon X/Y gives the Poke'mon series the shot in the arm it needed. As a lapsed fan it certainly succeeded in pulling me back in. Perhaps part of that is due to the familiar faces from Generation 1 that I had grown up with. Does that make me nostalgic? Perhaps. Does it make me a genwunner? Not really as I found some new favorites too. The most immediate impression you will have with Poke'mon X/Y is that it significantly overhauls the visuals. Battles are now rendered in full 3D and are a joy to behold.

    The Poke'mon series hasn't evolved dramatically over the years but it has added new mechanics over time that all come into play in Poke'mon X/Y. Prior games introduced things like dual types, natures, IV's and EV's, breeding, team battles, etc. It even allows you to fully customize a male or female character for the first time. Poke'mon X and Y introduces Mega Evolution that can change your poke'mon's type among other things mid-battle which adds another layer of complexity.

    Pokemon X/Y also has a robust online with additions like Wonder Trading. The slot machine like nature of wonder trade is a gamble but it can certainly pay off if people offer more than just another diglet, vulpix, or other common poke'mon.

    The story which is simple but serviceable will last you about 40 hours give or take. But I was surprised to find that playing a half hour here, a hour there, all total I had put over 600 hours into Poke'mon X. Collecting, trading, evolving and battling are as addictive as ever. The meta game in Poke'mon offers plenty of value alone. Building a team and raising their stats through super training or even just trying to collect all 700+ poke'mon. Poke'mon X and its counterpart Y are perhaps the best main entries in the series to date.    … Expand
  79. Dalium
    Aug 15, 2016
    6
    This game has great 3D animation in it. Overall the features and the new Pokemon are great. Though the EXP share makes this game WAY TO EASY!!! Plus there is next to nothing for post game. Going back to Pro's, the mega evolution's are cool and I like the mix of new and old Pokemon you can find throughout the region.
  80. Balorer
    Dec 21, 2016
    7
    Its a Pokemon game you know what you're getting into
    A new story with basically the same mechanics i enjoyed until i beat the Elite 4.
    The great flaw of the game its the post game which left almost nothing to players to do.
  81. xxxboilozxxx
    Mar 26, 2017
    7
    this is a great game it has its problems like other games the game is to easy with an xp share when you reach the champion I was around levels above here pokemon what I like about the game is the graphics and seeing are favourite pokemon in 3d I also like how you communicate with other friends its good would be a higher score if it as somewhat challenging.
  82. Kick454
    Apr 22, 2018
    6
    Meh, not the worst, but easily not the best Pokemon game. Mega Evolutions were the new thing brought from XY, and, well, they're just ok.

    Pros: + Region: Not a perfect region, but I most certainly liked running around Kalos for a while. + Variety: I mean, a freaking sword? Probably my favorite design despite being just swords and a shield in it's final form. Cons: - Mega    Meh, not the worst, but easily not the best Pokemon game. Mega Evolutions were the new thing brought from XY, and, well, they're just ok.

    Pros:
    + Region: Not a perfect region, but I most certainly liked running around Kalos for a while.
    + Variety: I mean, a freaking sword? Probably my favorite design despite being just swords and a shield in it's final form.

    Cons:
    - Mega Evolution: Why is it that we need to go full-on Digimon?
    - Story: Team Flare sucks. They're obnoxious and pointless filler (especially the admins), though not as bad as the next point.
    - "Rivals": BY FAR the worst of the franchise. They made an already unmemorable story even worse.
    - Soundtrack: Only song I like from the games is Lumiose City.

    Overall, Pokemon X and Y aren't bad, but they aren't that good either and warrant a 6/10 from me.    … Expand
  83. Sausage22
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    Great Pokemon game, feel really fresh and addition of 3d battles, exp share and many more, really improves on old classic formula. I only wish that the Kalos had more personality and there's no real rival like you would expect from Ppkemon games. Plot is rather boring.
  84. 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
  85. SortOfCritic
    Jan 1, 2018
    8
    Pokemon X and Y is unprecedented in the history of Pokemon, akin to the likes of Stadium, X and Y turn the formula on its 3 dimensional head, but while the aesthetic will never be the same again, its game play was over all very easy and the post game was pitiful
  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. TheAdminJJ
    Aug 21, 2019
    6
    A very good jump to 3D for the main series, but, with a boring history and characters without charisma. The post-game is a disappointment.
  88. 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.
  89. Warbringer
    Feb 21, 2021
    7
    No postgame,the game needed more story hence why they were making Pokemon Z version but they scrapped it. Good game especially compared to the Gen 8 abomination aka Sword and Shield
  90. gamer69x314
    Aug 24, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. spoiler alert!
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    At the end of Y, Shauna showed up at the door and said she would trade me any pokemon, she asked me if I mind? I suddenly remembered that forest, this girl told me that she wanted to catch a pikachu but has not yet caught it, and I thought, why don't I catch one for her? but obviously it was a pointless saying by gamefreak, but I still brought that pikachu and when this girl said that, I gave my pikachu that I trained all the way to her without any hesitation And you know, maybe the kids forget very quickly, or should I say gamefreak is building characters that are really lazy and pointless? The beauty on the surface cannot hide the emptiness, but I still enjoy it, I love the game that I like has changed a lot and succeeded in a different way, you know it's just a small thing like that, I wish it wasn't just a profitable trade but the attention of the player to the enthusiasm and dedication of gamefreak, a player like me so happy, I'll end here. . I really want to play the game with enthusiasm so I stop here, that pikachu is not just an exchange for me, it's my farewell to the childhood that you gave me, thank you gamefreak.    … Expand
  91. Stillreviews
    Dec 19, 2020
    6
    Honestly I like Yveltal which is why I rated this game 6/10 instead of 5/10. I really don't like the difficulty its to easy I guess that this game is aimed at smaller kids who dont know anything about pokemon :/ The story is decent the graphics are fine but theres so much dialog and cutscenes I was lucky to get a shiny Froakie in 13 attempts if i did more I wouldve gave up as it takes 5Honestly I like Yveltal which is why I rated this game 6/10 instead of 5/10. I really don't like the difficulty its to easy I guess that this game is aimed at smaller kids who dont know anything about pokemon :/ The story is decent the graphics are fine but theres so much dialog and cutscenes I was lucky to get a shiny Froakie in 13 attempts if i did more I wouldve gave up as it takes 5 minutes per 1 attempt for hunting shiny starters anyway decent game.… Expand
  92. RyGuy1
    Mar 2, 2021
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mega evolution is why there is any favor ability to this game. The story sucked, the environment had 0 exploration like the old games had, all battles were too easy, exp share is for all Pokémon instead of 1, and the postgame was nonexistent. This game has little replay ability, only cool thing is the megas… Expand
  93. Bokxie
    Oct 12, 2013
    9
    Pokémon has been around for several years, and today marks another day in the history of this franchise. Two new games called X and Y have been released to start the sixth generation of this beloved series. Can those games still provide us with the fun we had all these years?

    You start of as either a boy, Callum, or a girl, Serena. You just moved into town but you're introduced to the    Pokémon has been around for several years, and today marks another day in the history of this franchise. Two new games called X and Y have been released to start the sixth generation of this beloved series. Can those games still provide us with the fun we had all these years?

    You start of as either a boy, Callum, or a girl, Serena. You just moved into town but you're introduced to the other characters pretty quick. When you walk outside, you meet the opposite protagonist and Shauna. Shortly after you are introduced to two more characters and it seems that they are a whole bunch of friends. You get your first starter and a new journey has officially begun. Story-wise this game is pretty simple, but it gets pretty deep as you meet the new antagonists Team Flare. They start of as a silly team with a terrible taste of fashion, but don't let the cover fool you. While playing through the game, you'll discover that they aren't just a team out for money. They are far more villainous than that.

    This game introduced us to a lot of new mechanics, too much to cover here actually. For that reason, I'm only covering the two most popular mechanics: the Fairy type and Mega Evolutions. The Fairy-type are new kinds of pokémon discovered within the Kalos region, which gives the dragon nation another run for their money. And here is the big one: Mega Evolutions. To mention it in short, they are new forms of Pokémon their final evolution, with boosted stats and awesome designs. Many pokémon have these already, and currently even more are being discovered. The only problem is that some pokémon have them and some won't. Also, it is guaranteed that pokémon which have these certain Mega Evolutions will not have another evolution. But looking through that, this is definitely a great new addition to the franchise.

    Pokémon designs are always a hit or miss for me. This generation only included 69 pokémon so far, but I have to say that I like most of them, with a few exceptions. And therefore, I prefer quality over quantity, and Gamefreak realised that and did their best with the designs.

    Those games introduced so much to the franchise, and will definitely keep you busy for a lot of hours.    … Expand
  94. Inkestral
    Oct 13, 2013
    10
    The game feels fresh, re-innovated and new while still keeping that Pokemon flare. It is definitely a huge leap in the franchise, even though it was already fairly successful. The enchanting music, beautiful graphics and vast region all contribute to the charm of the 6th Gen of Pokemon. On top of all of that, character customization and pokemon-amie, really make the player feel much moreThe game feels fresh, re-innovated and new while still keeping that Pokemon flare. It is definitely a huge leap in the franchise, even though it was already fairly successful. The enchanting music, beautiful graphics and vast region all contribute to the charm of the 6th Gen of Pokemon. On top of all of that, character customization and pokemon-amie, really make the player feel much more immersed in the world of Pokemon.… Expand
  95. alex2542
    Oct 27, 2013
    10
    I saw a lot of reviews on day 1 proclaiming this as the best game in the series and I didn't want to do so until I had done most of what the game had to offer. 140 hours later and I can say this my favorite of the series. Easily. I just can't put it down. There are valid drawbacks that the critics are harping on, but by no means do they take away from the rest of its brilliance. I couldn'tI saw a lot of reviews on day 1 proclaiming this as the best game in the series and I didn't want to do so until I had done most of what the game had to offer. 140 hours later and I can say this my favorite of the series. Easily. I just can't put it down. There are valid drawbacks that the critics are harping on, but by no means do they take away from the rest of its brilliance. I couldn't even justify giving it a 9. PSS, Wonder Trade, Full 3d battling, mega evolution being more about strategy than breaking the meta game, super training, pokemon amie, friend safari, the kalos region itself, the beautiful new pokemon designs, the solid and balanced variety of pokemon, and the continued incentives to train multiple pokemon make this an incredible amount of fun and it may sound like blasphemy but I can't see myself going back to any of the previous gens. This is the game gen 5 wanted to and failed miserably to be. Seriously after playing pokemon black, i was THIS close to giving up on the series. 35 hours of gameplay on pokemon black and I really didn't think I'd ever want to play another new version in the series. Poor new pokemon designs, a region that was too busy and unremarkable, the battle system tried to bring pokemon to life but with the DS's hardware limitations...at least to me it was an ugly result. I'd given up hope. This game did much more than just restore it. I can tell you that much. I haven't been a fanatic since gen 3 and now the old feelings are all back. That's what makes this game so perfect in my mind.… Expand
  96. X-fushion
    Jan 10, 2014
    6
    I'm not a hardcore pokémon fan still I enjoyed this game a lot, the 3d models are good and Kalos is a well designed region I like this game, until I beat the elite 4.
    The biggest flaw of pokemon XY is the post game there's nothing left to do after you beat the elite 4, ok there's a mini detective story and capture 2 legendary pokémon but is very short, no vs seeker either so the only    I'm not a hardcore pokémon fan still I enjoyed this game a lot, the 3d models are good and Kalos is a well designed region I like this game, until I beat the elite 4.
    The biggest flaw of pokemon XY is the post game there's nothing left to do after you beat the elite 4, ok there's a mini detective story and capture 2 legendary pokémon but is very short, no vs seeker either so the only option is to face the same opponents over and over again in the battle chateau which gets very repetitive and boring. The Online is OK but I don't get why we need to register in order to do competitive matchs and wonder trade is just bad is completely lucked base and you can't see what pokémon you are gonna get in exchange so don be surprised if you trade a haunter and get in return a caterprie.
    Also no multiple save files or new game +, this game is in the 3DS a powerful handheld with SD support yet the game can't handle multiple save files? sorry that's a money grab tactic want to replay the story? sure you have 3 options:
    1 delete all your data so you can start over.
    2 purchase the other version you don't have
    3 wait for the pokébank to store your pokémons and transfer them to a new file , the only problem is that this 3DS app has an annual price charge.
    Pokemon XY is not a bad game but it's lacking in post game and not be able to replay the game just sucks.
    I recommend waiting for pokémon Z and see if they add extra content and features.    … Expand
  97. Demonik420
    Oct 19, 2013
    10
    What can i say that hasn't been said. This game is epic and has quickly climbed its way up my pokemon game ranking list.. I would say it sits at the top spot HOWEVER it is tied with Pokemon Soul Silver for first place. I just cant dismiss the nostalgia of soul silver and i really wish that x and y had 2 countries and 16 badges to collect.

    MY ONLY gripe with this game is that i waited    What can i say that hasn't been said. This game is epic and has quickly climbed its way up my pokemon game ranking list.. I would say it sits at the top spot HOWEVER it is tied with Pokemon Soul Silver for first place. I just cant dismiss the nostalgia of soul silver and i really wish that x and y had 2 countries and 16 badges to collect.

    MY ONLY gripe with this game is that i waited SO long for a 3d pokemon game.. and its pretty much not even in 3D. I understand why mind you.. It would have been laggy in outdoor areas. BUT I play with my 3d slider on all the time in all of my games and I was actually extremely disappointed to find that half of this game didn't even use the effect.

    The whole point of the slider is to have the choice to play in 3d or not so i really would have preferred them to include the 3d visuals even if the frame rate wasn't quite up to it outdoors.. it would have still been great to see 3D in houses, pokemon centers and Gyms

    But the 3d problems aside the game is a blast to play.. in fact its just as much fun as red version was when i was little.. Im 25 now and pokemon still knows how to tickle my fancy. this game should NOT be missed weather you are a pokefan or not.

    DO NOT make the mistake of thinking that pokemon is a childish game.. its depth is unprecedented when you actually understand the game mechanics and with the added social and online features its a breathtaking experience. One of the best 3ds games to date for sure!    … Expand
  98. mangotaingo
    Oct 29, 2013
    9
    Pros:
    - Gorgeous 3D graphics
    - Newly updated pokemon with decent designs this time - Mega evolutions and Super training - Beautiful soundtrack making use of the 3DS audio capabilities - Online battling is intense and is worth it after breeding, ev training etc - Wonder Trade: Send a Bidoof for a chance to get anything remotely better :) - The amount of girls (especially japanese)    Pros:
    - Gorgeous 3D graphics
    - Newly updated pokemon with decent designs this time
    - Mega evolutions and Super training
    - Beautiful soundtrack making use of the 3DS audio capabilities
    - Online battling is intense and is worth it after breeding, ev training etc
    - Wonder Trade: Send a Bidoof for a chance to get anything remotely better :)
    - The amount of girls (especially japanese) that play online, and you can talk with them through the 3DS
    - Friend safari, find pokemon easily with hidden abilities

    Cons:
    - Game is too easy, even with EXP share off
    - Lack of post-game, only 1 legendary in the cave and a battle tower king of thing
    - E4 and champion are a complete joke. I swear you could sweep the entire thing with just a mewtwo or anything really
    - Wonder trade trolls
    - Slight frame rate issues, especially with 3D on
    - Not sure why but there is no 3D mode for the adventure bit (main part) and only for battling?
    - Lumiose city... oh boy.. you gotta walk in it to see for yourself
    - Why does a shirt cost 300,000 ??
    - People buying 3DS just for this game. I know it sounds like a good thing, but it kind of bugs me when people go out and buy a 3DS just to play this game and never touch it again after they finish it    … Expand
  99. Jamison12
    Oct 13, 2013
    9
    This is without a doubt the best Pokemon yet, and one of the best games ever. It's a completely new look for the franchise and it's for the better. Even people who only love Gen 1 will fall in love with Pokemon Y. Without a doubt Nintendo's best game ever. Overall, this game is a complete masterpiece.
  100. Piscaso
    Oct 27, 2013
    10
    Best pokemon game in the series.
    Graphics: 10/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Story: 7/10
    The story is not it's strong point, but it's fun and awesome!
    The enemy team looks cool too!
    EVERYTHiNG IS FUN AND I URGE YOU TO PLAY IT!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 11, 2014
    86
    The definitive version of the game, but some evolution would be nice. [Dec 2013]
  2. 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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  3. CD-Action
    Dec 13, 2013
    90
    The best Pokemon game since Gold and Silver. It’s worth buying a 3DS. [13/2013, p.76]
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