Pokemon Diamond Version

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 625 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 479 out of 625
  2. Mixed: 94 out of 625
  3. Negative: 52 out of 625
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  1. Ryan
    Jul 17, 2007
    10
    Old fashioned pokemon goodness with online play added on. Loads of fun.
  2. AdamF.
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    I'm rather alarmed that diamond currently has an 8.4 user vote on metacritic when pearl has a 9.3 on the same site. this 10 is to balance the scales. Diamond and pearl are really the same game, and the're both completely awsome.
  3. MarkL.
    Jul 28, 2007
    10
    Small changes make a big difference to the classic Pokemon format. While it may look similar in screens, the new 3D feel and non-grid-based movement make it feel more up to date, you won't feel like your playing the same game you did 10 years ago. The game utilizes the touch screen a lot, but not with much purpose as actions can be carried out with the buttons just as quickly, and Small changes make a big difference to the classic Pokemon format. While it may look similar in screens, the new 3D feel and non-grid-based movement make it feel more up to date, you won't feel like your playing the same game you did 10 years ago. The game utilizes the touch screen a lot, but not with much purpose as actions can be carried out with the buttons just as quickly, and the Poketech is cool but gimmicky. Pocket Gamer UK's review said it well - with the DSes wireless connection abilities this is the community game Pokemon was always trying to be. While it's a fun RPG in it's own right, it's so much more fun to battle and trade with friends. And as with previous Pokemons, it'll take a long time to acquire every Pokemon, so you'll easily get your money's worth. I still would have like to see more radical changes, maybe dropping random battles in FFXII style, or using the touch screen more inventively. But even though Game Freak have been reluctant to risk changing things too much, it's definitely an essential DS purchase, though probably not the console seller that the originals were.… Expand
  4. WilliamT.
    Sep 23, 2008
    10
    Not only the best Pokemon game yet but possibly the best use of the touch screen in the DS library. There is nothing in this game that is poorly done. Forget the kiddie assumption, anyone serious about playing good games would find this a worthy purchase.
  5. SamJ.
    Mar 23, 2009
    10
    Pretty much the best game ever made. Plenty of new features added, the graphics are pretty basic but the literally 100s of hours of gameplay, wi fi battling, improved mechanics and loads more. I have a friend who has gotten 530+ hours on it and he is still hooked on it. The other games didn't have this much content, and after the elite 4 there's still missions to do, such as Pretty much the best game ever made. Plenty of new features added, the graphics are pretty basic but the literally 100s of hours of gameplay, wi fi battling, improved mechanics and loads more. I have a friend who has gotten 530+ hours on it and he is still hooked on it. The other games didn't have this much content, and after the elite 4 there's still missions to do, such as getting the legendary pokemon such as heatran and giratina. 10/10 is under rating it but it'll have to do.… Expand
  6. GeorgeS.
    Jul 18, 2008
    10
    THE best game on ds. It makes mario kart look like rubbish.The fact that you need to migrate old legendary pokemon to this game because the new one has only about 10 legendary pokemon (including the ones that are very difficult to even find). If you have already fully completed an old pokemon game then you might want to think twice about getting this game as starting off is quite THE best game on ds. It makes mario kart look like rubbish.The fact that you need to migrate old legendary pokemon to this game because the new one has only about 10 legendary pokemon (including the ones that are very difficult to even find). If you have already fully completed an old pokemon game then you might want to think twice about getting this game as starting off is quite difficult. Every thing else is superb. E.I. get the v.s seeker because if yo have god pokemon you can battle the same trainer twice. They will get stronger every time though.… Expand
  7. MartinL
    Oct 23, 2009
    10
    People say I started the Reformation because I opposed the Catholic church's sales of indulgences. Nonsense, I posted my 95 theses because Pokémon was underrepresented in the church. Come on, it's not Satanic!
  8. ripperroo123
    Mar 1, 2011
    10
    This is the first Pokemon game I was introduced to, and it will always be my favorite. As with the rest of the Pokemon games, it can be accessed on any level. You can simply grind through, giving no thought to your IVs, and leveling up your starter to around 75, with a Level 18 Staravia, and beat the game. However, you can also take the most out of it by creating a perfect team, andThis is the first Pokemon game I was introduced to, and it will always be my favorite. As with the rest of the Pokemon games, it can be accessed on any level. You can simply grind through, giving no thought to your IVs, and leveling up your starter to around 75, with a Level 18 Staravia, and beat the game. However, you can also take the most out of it by creating a perfect team, and you'll need more than a level 75 starter to do well in the Battle Tower. Oh boy. There's so much to do--searching and chaining for Shiny Pokemon (many more Pokemon become available when you beat the game) making poffins, going underground, trading online. It's so extensive, and I've spent over 115 hours on it. I recommend it wholeheartedly.… Expand
  9. Watermelon789
    Jul 10, 2011
    10
    This is an improvement that the series needed, new Pokemon, new stuff to do, the online multiplayer. Pokemon is moving to a right direction, can't wait for Black and White.
  10. TheCriticXO
    Jul 29, 2011
    10
    Pokemon Diamond was probably the best boost of the Pokemon franchise. This game showed realistic images of towns. There were a few melodramatic, real life scenes. There were many new, more detailed Pokemon. Overall, Pokemon Diamond was one of the biggest contributions to Pokemon game improvements.
  11. SuperKurzacz
    Oct 6, 2013
    10
    I have changed my opinion of this game it is really good from the great music to the epic battles this is a great Pokemon game to get!!!! platinum is better!!
  12. Lost_Hero9
    May 7, 2012
    10
    For me, this is the last best Pokemon game in the series. Meaning Platinum included. It had the mixture of the old Pokemon and the new Pokemon. I believe that this game added the MOST new Pokemon to date. Along with a lot of the best looking ones. Diamond/Pearl's bread and butter is the intriguing story of the Sinnoh region. Theirs a lot of new contain in the game such as customizing, newFor me, this is the last best Pokemon game in the series. Meaning Platinum included. It had the mixture of the old Pokemon and the new Pokemon. I believe that this game added the MOST new Pokemon to date. Along with a lot of the best looking ones. Diamond/Pearl's bread and butter is the intriguing story of the Sinnoh region. Theirs a lot of new contain in the game such as customizing, new online feature etc. Pokemon fans, get this game and get sucked into the Sinnoh world. Enjoy your time with the last best installment in the Pokemon series.… Expand
  13. lelefoxx00
    Sep 25, 2013
    10
    i was actually afraid to play this game when I first came across it. I didn't know anything about the "new" pokemon and just assumed I wouldn't like it. I got into Pokemon when it first came out and had Charmander, Pikachu, etc., so I had no interest to see where they took it. However, I gave it a shot and actually came to loving this game. It's actually one of my favorite pokemon games.i was actually afraid to play this game when I first came across it. I didn't know anything about the "new" pokemon and just assumed I wouldn't like it. I got into Pokemon when it first came out and had Charmander, Pikachu, etc., so I had no interest to see where they took it. However, I gave it a shot and actually came to loving this game. It's actually one of my favorite pokemon games. It has so much to do even after you have beaten everyone and I love so many of the pokemon it features. I really misjudged it. I am so glad i gave it a try.… Expand
  14. Vataro
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    Die beste Edition , die je erfunden wurde ! Unschlagbarer Soundtrack , schwere Kämpfe , epische Gegner und episches Gameplay . Jeder liebt es und Ausnahmen bestätigen die Regel ;)
  15. randomphoenix03
    Jun 29, 2017
    10
    As someone who grew up with DPPt, I have a soft spot for these games, but I'll try to write this review as neutrally as possible.

    One positive is I absolutely love the soundtrack. You could take any song out of it and you'll love it. The way it can manipulate your emotions to put you in a certain mood is amazing. It just brings out the feeling of calmness of the region. The gameplay    As someone who grew up with DPPt, I have a soft spot for these games, but I'll try to write this review as neutrally as possible.

    One positive is I absolutely love the soundtrack. You could take any song out of it and you'll love it. The way it can manipulate your emotions to put you in a certain mood is amazing. It just brings out the feeling of calmness of the region.

    The gameplay is also very nice. The characters are memorable, colorful, and filled with personality. The Pokémon are also very memorable (Bidoof, anyone?), well designed, etc. I couldn't ask for a better generation of characters/pokémon.

    Overall, I can't describe how much I love this game. If anyone asked me for a Pokémon game recommendation, heck, even just a game recommendation, I would tell them to pick up a copy of Pokémon Diamond/Platinum/Pearl. There is absolutely nothing I dislike about the game (maybe apart from the lack of the Gen 1/6-7 EXP Share, but that's because I'm a lazy bum).    … Expand
  16. reviewinggamer
    Feb 19, 2018
    10
    Pokemon diamond is a great game. The graphics are great (even if it was behind its time) and theres lots of awesome Pokemon to collect! On top of that, Voice Chat and Online features!
  17. AlbertoHerbb
    Feb 4, 2018
    10
    My first Pokémon Game ever and I really enjoyed it! after this I played Fire red and Yellow, but I stilled liked Diamond better. This game has a great story and it gets harder as you progress through the game. The starters are very cute at the beginning and by the time they evolved they turn into Cool Pokémon's. The Elite Four are kind of easy to beat, but the Champion is super Strong. IMy first Pokémon Game ever and I really enjoyed it! after this I played Fire red and Yellow, but I stilled liked Diamond better. This game has a great story and it gets harder as you progress through the game. The starters are very cute at the beginning and by the time they evolved they turn into Cool Pokémon's. The Elite Four are kind of easy to beat, but the Champion is super Strong. I had to restart the game like 4 times to beat the Champion. Once you beat the game you don't have many things to do, but finish the Pokedex and some other things, but overall its a great game.… Expand
  18. greninjaX
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    this was a great pokemon game for it's time. if you're reading this in 2021, don't buy the remake, it's just this game but with better graphics. the didn't improve anything.
  19. Ikereviews1
    May 24, 2023
    10
    This game was very fun i played it alot with platinum and soulsilver. I wish modern pokemon games were as great as the ds era
  20. Jgbmax
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    This gen (gen 4), in my opinion, was the best pokemon evolution gen ever. Diamond and pearl are perfect. It sustains the classicness of pokemon gameplays while still managing and integrating visual effects. Sinnoh is calming and mental healing as ever. Love
  21. DeltaShock
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Backstory: It may be my first and only review on ever, because it is genuinely the only game I feel like I have fully understood. Would you kindly go on a trip with me to the past? It was Christmas of 2007 and my father told me that he has an amazing gift for me. After impatiently waiting all night, I open up my present and I found a black nintendo DS. I have never heard of a nintendo DSBackstory: It may be my first and only review on ever, because it is genuinely the only game I feel like I have fully understood. Would you kindly go on a trip with me to the past? It was Christmas of 2007 and my father told me that he has an amazing gift for me. After impatiently waiting all night, I open up my present and I found a black nintendo DS. I have never heard of a nintendo DS before and at first glance I thought it was a phone (please note that i was 7 at the time). I open my other gift and it was a game for the nintendo DS: pokemon diamond. All the games I have ever played so far were games on miniclip and random arcade games on my ps2, but never full fledged RPGs. It took me a while to dive into the game, but I was surrounded by friends older than me who helped me through the play-through and it took 1.5 years to beat the game. i was amazed by the amount of pokemons and by the colorful world, but that was about it. I eventually moved on to other games. But as I was growing up, I kept being attached to this game, coming back and beating it again, and again. And in every play-through, I would read more of the dialogues and pay attention to details. I went on youtube and researched pokemon theories. I was (and still am) in love with the game.

    Actual review: Let me tell you that pokemon is a masterpiece of a video game on a portable handheld system that shook up the world. It is filled with amazing music. The music is filled with passion, hope and depth. It really gives a soul to any area of the game. It is truly fantastic. In some ways, it gives me hope, hope to do better in life and that everything will be okay. The music is the main thing that keeps me going back to the game, it keeps on telling me that everything will be okay and that you will be a great person, like you have always wished you'd become. The music gave me a small taste of what my real life journey is about and what it should be, full of passion, hard work and determination. It is truly fantastic symphony that introduces you the lovely world of pokemon.

    The game has a darker and deeper story than any previous pokemon game. It doesn't look to appeal to the masses but to actually stand by its own identity and I love that. Am I blinded by nostalgia? Yes, I am. It is the game that introduced my the RPG genre and to story based video games. It showed me that a video game can be much more than just a small time breaker but actually a world you can get submerged in with the amazing visuals, backstory and music. The legendary fights were legendary, the story line was the best I had ever encountered. If I had the power to go back in time and select the game that I would fall in love with, I would choose this game without a doubt. It is a timeless triumph of video games and I really wish the pokemon game franchise would go this direction once again. What I truly regret was not falling in love with its music earlier as it is something you hear in the background while you go through your journey as a trainer. However, whenever I hear its music I should tear up, reminding me of the happiest days of my life. I don't know if anyone will actually read this review as it is coming from a "no one", however, dear reader, i want you to know that this game is really dear to my heart as it kept me busy while I was going through a really rough phase in my childhood. It gave me hope and it gave me a second, virtual home that only made me happy whenever I booted it up. This game will forever be in my heart, thank you GameFreak and Nintendo, for making my childhood, a happy one.

    TLDR: I give this game, or should i say, this timeless masterpiece a well deserved 10/10.

    This review was written at 1am, by a 20 year old who wants to do well in this world. Thank you for reading my first ever review.    … Expand
  22. Nikitosss95
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Sinnoh region was a pleasant surprise!! Fourth generation is the last perfect generation IMO. Epic legendaries such as Dialga, Palkia, Giratina, Darkrai, Azelf, Uxie and Mesprit... sympathetic gym leaders and elite four, nice region, lovely starters such as Turtwig, Chimchar and Piplup!
  23. Okdan
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    It's better to play this masterpiece than the trash violet and scarlet. And if you want comp just play showdown.
  24. magnolia6
    Jun 30, 2023
    10
    My first ever Pokemon game.
    Even though playing this was so long ago, I still remember a lot from it.
  25. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Treasure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  26. NoahW.
    Jun 3, 2007
    9
    Fun game like all pokemon games but many new pokemon are unoriginal and are stupid but definetly worth getting because you can get pokemon from all other games.
  27. Will
    Jul 9, 2007
    9
    It's an awesome game, but not particular original. It works well with the DS, but I sometimes feel that it could do with a little more refining. For example, if a menu appears on the bottom screen I expect to be able to touch which option I want, but this doesn't always work.
  28. AlexS.
    Apr 23, 2007
    9
    This game is different than the others and takes a while to get used to but it is very fun. the new Pokemon are cool and interesting. the game uses the touch screen a lot but is still good. I just got it yesterday so this review is only on the begging my highest level is 19.
  29. NickL.
    May 10, 2007
    9
    honestly, it is a fun game. it is similar to the previous ones, yet at the same time they have made new adventures and obstacles that must be over come. the one part of the game that i am not really a fan of (and this can go for all of them really) is the repatition of pokemon, if they are going to make a set of new pokemon each game then change them all not just most. i would recomend honestly, it is a fun game. it is similar to the previous ones, yet at the same time they have made new adventures and obstacles that must be over come. the one part of the game that i am not really a fan of (and this can go for all of them really) is the repatition of pokemon, if they are going to make a set of new pokemon each game then change them all not just most. i would recomend this game to people because its new fun and easy.… Expand
  30. CaseyC.
    Sep 20, 2007
    9
    Although admittedly the game is pretty much the same as the Pokemon games, to base a rating on that alone is like saying giving a low score to any of the Halo games (after all, it's just like any other FPS game right?). This game not only updates the battle system and introduce new pokemon, but it also comes with WiFI, enabling battles and trades to everyone around the world. These Although admittedly the game is pretty much the same as the Pokemon games, to base a rating on that alone is like saying giving a low score to any of the Halo games (after all, it's just like any other FPS game right?). This game not only updates the battle system and introduce new pokemon, but it also comes with WiFI, enabling battles and trades to everyone around the world. These two games will keep you occupied for a long time.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best DS Game of 2007
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#2 Most Discussed DS Game of 2007
4
#4 Most Shared DS Game of 2007

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. Games Master UK
    89
    Familiar collecting and battling, but immaculately designdd and with online play. [June 2007, p.62]
  2. Nintendo Gamer
    81
    With Wi-Fi battles and Global Trade, D/P is essential. [Sept 2007, p.81]
  3. Gaming Target
    90
    There’s a lot to do in Pokemon Diamond and Pokemon Pearl, which looks as good as a top-down Pokemon game is going to get for some time. It also benefits more than any other sequel in the series from a predecessor due to online capabilities. [JPN Import]
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