Pokemon Black Version

 DS
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 873 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 624 out of 873
  2. Mixed: 146 out of 873
  3. Negative: 103 out of 873
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  1. EVITARE
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    Simplemente de los mejores juegos de pokemon , desde su historia hasta su soundtrack todo va de la mano para esta gran obra
  2. Charabargle
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Best legendary's and It as a great ending and Its Evil team in this game Is the most Actual Evil people. If your a Pokemon fan and haven't played this game U need to now.
  3. manuel812
    May 29, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. mi juego de pokemon favorito es HERMOSO gráficamente los sprites son increíbles mas de 500 sprites animados desde cero me encanta pero los graficos NO son lo mejor no no no lo mejor del juego es la historia omg el desarrollo del personaje de N es increíble y el protagonista es probablemente el mejor ya que N y el prota no tienen que imponer sus ideales sino que simplemente presentan sus puntos de vida es hermoso N tiene un desarrollo super humano siendo el mejor personaje de pokemon junto a silver ghechis esta un poco desperdiciado pero igual es uno de los mejores lideres de equipo villano de la historia de pokemon los lideres de gimnasio al fin tienen protagonismo y no simplemente sprites quietos y los dos rivales son de lo mejor y tambien tienen un muy buen desarrollo aunque si te soy sincero el campeón no es taaan bueno como debería pero igual es un muy buen campeón aparte de la historia la dificultad es la tercera mejor hecha solo por detrás de la cuarta generación y b2w2 siendo una muy buena dificultad ya terminando es un juegazo… Expand
  4. ND-Bringer
    Jul 11, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best way to relive the enjoyment of classic Pokemon games, by exploring a region that contains nothing but Unova Pokemon. With entertaining pseudo third dimensional graphic design, intimidating and interesting villains, and well balanced grinding mechanics, definitely one of the greatest games in the franchise.… Expand
  5. Glorbhad5
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Amazing. Honestly my personal favorite Pokemon game. Many people say that some of the pokemon they added are really ugly but I don't think that they are really bad. Plus there are also lots of amazing pokemon they added. Also the music is amazing.
  6. grimreapersims
    Oct 20, 2021
    9
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  7. Navimaximoff7
    Oct 29, 2021
    10
    This is my favorite Pokémon game I have played in my entire life, the best thing of this game is the world, it just feels alive and the gym leaders are not only challenges, but they have their own goals and motivations, it's a very special game.
  8. greenwood101
    Nov 11, 2021
    8
    Good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  9. PenguinLover
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    A really beautiful Game! A good soundtrack and a really good Dising! Please Nintendo give us a Remake for the switch, because thats the best Pokemon i ever Played.
  10. notnoxi
    Dec 2, 2021
    8
    Pokemon Black and White is sprite-based pokemon at it's best. The world is even more animated than ever and captured in a beautiful art direction and color palettes. Brilliant character designs and consists of many new pokemons, one of the Nintendo DS's highest quality game.
  11. Sweet_paco
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Una pena que este juego no haya sentado precedente, obra maestra de nintendo, alejada de la formula clasica pero muy acertado
  12. Cash_te_furry
    Feb 2, 2022
    8
    I really liked playing this game as a kid but now everyone praises it so much it feels over rated and i feel like if i give it anything more then a 9 ill be one of those joining it in the over hype
  13. FestiveBoi
    Feb 2, 2022
    10
    Being a large Pokemon fan, Pokemon Black and White version are still one of THE best Pokemon games to ever come out, and that is still true over a decade later.

    The story is perhaps one of the better ones, with a theme of 'questioning' and 'opposites', and it was a great take on something that wasn't really done before, and it was a game where you could actually understand where the    Being a large Pokemon fan, Pokemon Black and White version are still one of THE best Pokemon games to ever come out, and that is still true over a decade later.

    The story is perhaps one of the better ones, with a theme of 'questioning' and 'opposites', and it was a great take on something that wasn't really done before, and it was a game where you could actually understand where the villains were coming from with their ideals.

    The characters are very memorable, the music is memorable, and of course, the game mechanics - Triple, Rotation battles - is memorable, and sometimes dearly loved within the Pokemon community.

    In 2022, the time of this review, this game is still highly in the recommended list for 'Best Pokemon Experience'    … Expand
  14. Zachu
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Pokemon Black is peak Pokemon. Something I never expected a Pokemon game to accomplish (especially by modern standards) is tell a compelling, deep and lovely story from start to finish. Characters such as Cheren, and Bianca are great rivals throughout the adventure, going on self actualizing arcs of their own to figure out what they want to be in this world. The show stealer in characters,Pokemon Black is peak Pokemon. Something I never expected a Pokemon game to accomplish (especially by modern standards) is tell a compelling, deep and lovely story from start to finish. Characters such as Cheren, and Bianca are great rivals throughout the adventure, going on self actualizing arcs of their own to figure out what they want to be in this world. The show stealer in characters, however, has to be N. A trainer without a heart fostered by Ghetsis, who admittedly I was a little disappointed by his overall goal not to separate people from Pokemon, a motive that a lot of people can easily get behind, but was instead to take over Unova. Unova itself is a great take on the ‘UNited states OV America’ taking you on very different biomes, Castelia City being the obvious stand out, not to mention it’s soundtrack. In fact, the soundtrack as a whole is outstanding, my favorite theme being the amazing ending, with the bittersweet ‘farewell.’ Another particular stand out is the low-health theme, whenever your pokemon are on low health. Be prepared to listen to it a lot during the Elite 4. My favorite part about the game was probably the Elite 4, in how clawing your way through them you face Team Plasma’s hostile takeover of the Pokemon League and have to face the culminating battle of N, and then finally Ghetsis as your final challenge. Difficulty in this game rocked me, I blacked out multiple times, especially on the Elite 4 and champion. Unova’s selection of Pokemon is staggering compared to other titles, this being because you can only catch new Pokemon until the post game. Personally, I like the roster introduced in Gen 5 so I was very happy with my team that I took to the end. Zebstrika you were the GOAT. It’s hard to give this game anything but a 10, Pokemon in itself is so charming, especially during this era, and Black is undoubtedly the peak of the series. (yes there is a little bit of nostalgia talking)… Expand
  15. DavidMinnt
    May 12, 2022
    9
    Pokemon Black is a Good Pokemon and My First Pokemon.I dont Know why is it so Much hate on the Game.
  16. Squaredash
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    After getting lambasted for making pokemon players try new things (ie not use charizard), I’m very glad that the playerbase has turned around on these games, because I truly believe that gen 5 is the best the series has to offer. They did an excellent job with the new pokemon- you’d always find a few new things in every route, making you feel like there’s always more to discover, and theAfter getting lambasted for making pokemon players try new things (ie not use charizard), I’m very glad that the playerbase has turned around on these games, because I truly believe that gen 5 is the best the series has to offer. They did an excellent job with the new pokemon- you’d always find a few new things in every route, making you feel like there’s always more to discover, and the pokemon themselves are some of the most well-designed in the series, even if some of them don’t evolve until very late. The story is excellent (a first for the series), and as formulaic as it may be, I believe these games truly mastered the formula.… Expand
  17. Christian_TV
    Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Pokémon sucks in 2023.This game,it's instead the best of the main line. N is the best character of the series and even Komor and Belle are perfect rivals.
  18. AShinyG1ratina
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    Easily the best story Game Freak has ever written, with the most compelling characters in the franchise.
  19. Gold_Clord_175
    Jun 30, 2022
    9
    Damn, what a game.
    This was my second pokemon game, but the first non ranger i have ever played. Can't really explain why but training my pokemon and the realization i felt when ending the game are feelings i will never forget. The story is not that memorable and the graphics just nowhere close to what you can get in a semi-decent game nowadays but i will never forget the experience. A    Damn, what a game.
    This was my second pokemon game, but the first non ranger i have ever played. Can't really explain why but training my pokemon and the realization i felt when ending the game are feelings i will never forget. The story is not that memorable and the graphics just nowhere close to what you can get in a semi-decent game nowadays but i will never forget the experience. A must play for all the pokemon fans.    … Expand
  20. DegenerateKeith
    May 8, 2023
    8
    This is my first pokemon game and I say I had a pretty ok experience. It's fun to discover new pokemon, new evolution etc. The gyms are creative and the soundtrack is good. But it doesn't have the deepest gameplay of all time it's mainly to chill and have fun with your siblings and friends.
  21. Jerem8
    Apr 14, 2023
    9
    Best history, best antagonists, and my favorite Pokemon as legendary of the game.
  22. frightopia
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    I would give this game a 10 but the sequel honestly is a bit better. Still an amazing game though!
  23. Beatsaberzzz
    Feb 6, 2023
    9
    Just started playing this last week and I have to say I am impressed. This is still shocking how such a good looking game as this is working on a DS but the gameplay is what seals it all together. Its truly the final Pokemon game thats not brain dead easy like the new ones which is something I miss from the older games. Would recommend if you can afford it considering it is one of if notJust started playing this last week and I have to say I am impressed. This is still shocking how such a good looking game as this is working on a DS but the gameplay is what seals it all together. Its truly the final Pokemon game thats not brain dead easy like the new ones which is something I miss from the older games. Would recommend if you can afford it considering it is one of if not the best game in the series.… Expand
  24. amonium
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    The BEST game from the franchise that was ever released. The designs and the story were so cool, and the fact that none of the old Pokemon are there before the post game is very, very clever to make an old game feel fresh. Recommended to everyone who wants to play some DS games.
  25. TehWaffl
    Mar 15, 2023
    9
    Without a doubt the best game in the Pokemon series. The decision to limit the Pokedex to only new Pokemon definitely helps freshen the experience. The characters are all interesting and the game has the best story in the series. The only downsides that come up are the sometimes questionable level curve and the occasionally lacking Pokemon designs.
  26. JasonFajardo
    May 4, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My personal favorite of the franchise. The beginning of the game it's fast passed, the story it's great for the basic standard of Pokémon, hell even the game surprices you with the evil team invading the Pokémon league and N defeating Alder becoming "champion" technically. The ending it's beautiful, the post game it's basically defeat the Pokémon league again and the soundtrack it's outstanding. The visuals are just great, the game just knew how to get the 100% of the Nintendo DS. It also has bad things like the designs of 80% of the Unova's Pokémon it´s terrible to say the least.… Expand
  27. Eterna97
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    Il migliori giochi pokemon, quando ci mettevano ancora il cuore e le competenze tecniche
  28. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    96/100 .
  29. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Treasure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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#2 Best DS Game of 2011
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#1 Most Discussed DS Game of 2011
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#2 Most Shared DS Game of 2011

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 63 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 63
  3. Negative: 0 out of 63
  1. Universo Nintendo
    Jun 5, 2011
    92
    Learning from the past without ever taking his eyes off the present, this is the pinnacle of the series to date and proof that sometimes you don't need a revolution to give new life to a franchise.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Apr 30, 2011
    90
    Game Freak did it again. Pokemon Black Version is a masterpiece, delivering all the superb gameplay elements that fans of the series learned to love over the years. The only drawback is the dated technology it uses, something that will surely be addressed in the future versions for the 3DS.
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  3. Level7.nu
    Apr 18, 2011
    90
    Actually a Pokémon game with some news. The online modes have been polished, there's new pokémons, quick, better animated battles and better graphics.
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