Pokemon HeartGold Version

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  1. litnlowkey
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    A proper remake of one of the better entries in the series, adding the extra complexity of the DS Era and building on an already solid foundation. HeartGold and its sister game SoulSilver, released on the 10th anniversary of their predecessors, Gold and Silver, marking the golden age of Game Freak and the Pokémon main series as a whole. The scope of the originals is very expansive and theA proper remake of one of the better entries in the series, adding the extra complexity of the DS Era and building on an already solid foundation. HeartGold and its sister game SoulSilver, released on the 10th anniversary of their predecessors, Gold and Silver, marking the golden age of Game Freak and the Pokémon main series as a whole. The scope of the originals is very expansive and the dedication put into this remake should be the standard for the industry.

    The game takes everything good about the old entries and furthers it with some fourth generation enhancements. The Johto and later Kanto regions feel refreshed with updated graphics, making them feel more akin to the prior fourth gen games, Diamond and Pearl. The addition of a safari zone is welcome considering the original versions of Gold and Silver severely lacked a variety of Pokémon to catch, especially in the early stages of the game. While the soundtrack is considerably better than anything modern Pokémon has to offer, it remains quite forgettable in comparison to some of the more popular entries. The battles received a solid overhaul with the addition of the Physical/Special split, and, although panned for the steep level curve later in the Kanto region, a solid challenge makes succeeding in battle feel all the more satisfying. This is topped off by some quality of life features, the most notable of which being the first Pokémon in your party following alongside you, making you feel as though you are playing a character straight out of the anime. Paired with the Pokéwalker, Game Freaks iteration of the tamagotchi craze, this feature proves to be an excellent extension of the Pokémon I.P. that would have been a solid foundation for Pokémon Go to build off of.

    Designs received a major update, and some of the more prominent Pokémon in the series belong to the ancestor games. Fan favourites like Typhlosion and Tyranitar, introduced in the 2nd generation line-up, and additional Pokémon from the 4th generation are present as well. The legendaries are some of the better designs in the series, and the box legendaries Ho-Oh and Lugia are truly iconic.

    Overall, the decision to remake some of the most expansive games in the series and Game Freaks ability to add to it while keeping the original feeling of it’s ancestors makes this an experience worth taking your time to dive into. It’s minor grievances, mostly being the level curve of the games second region, actually benefit it in the form of providing an extra challenge to an otherwise easy endeavour. The game is far from the best of Pokémon’s offerings, but has more than enough going for it already.    … Expand
  2. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Treasure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  3. fnenamg
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    This is exactly what people want from Pokémon.
  4. Atonnie
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Jeu tout simplement colossal après un pokemon platine on reprend toute les bonne idée et on en rajoute, la difficulté est très bien mesuré et les fonctionnalité dopé l'ajout du pokéwalker donne un prolongement du jeu en effet même quand on n'a pas de ds a la main on reste quand même attaché a l'univers en se baladant avec son pokemon façon tamagotchi
  5. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees! phv
  6. AxelLat
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Es muy buen remake por no decir el mejor pero tiene fallos como por ejemplo la pokedex o el tener que usar caramelos para que la experiencia sea mas disfrutable
  7. ND-Bringer
    Jun 19, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pokemon Heart Gold and Soul Silver are incredibly faithful games! A bit too faithful though. So much so that it prevents me from fully enjoying the colorful graphics and the soothing remixed music. The sluggish grinding mechanics really kills the adventure, especially halfway through the game. It doesn't matter if you're an experienced trainer. These dated experience gaining tropes are responsible for turning perfectly fine role playing games into electronic chores.

    So why do people enjoy this game so much? Well if you look close enough, you can see just how many gimmicks this game harbors. From strolling with your first slot Pokemon, to the Pokewalker, to the Pokeathlon mini games, to the customizable safari zone, when is comes to simply bonding with your favorite Pokemon...this game excels at adding a lot of heart to experience.

    Its great and all that I can really bond with the Pokemon of Johto to this degree, but the actual gameplay is so by the numbers that rather than feeling like an evolution of generation two's ideals, it feels more like a copy and paste job of what was considered enjoyable gameplay for the time. I'm challenging every trainer in the game, collecting all the rare candies, and it's still not enough to match the levels of the Elite Four or the Kanto Gym leaders.

    All of these wild Pokemon are far too low weak. You would have to slay armies just to stand a chance against the upper class. I would rematch the trainers, but its such a complicated process of contacting them on certain days of the week with luck based mechanics, that I'd rather waste time slaying Miltank by the waterfall, on Route forty seven. I really want to enjoy this game. But every once in a while, when I go to take a photo with my prized team I start to wonder, "Is this really enough?"

    The best Johto Pokemon like Houndour and Murkrow still live in Kanto exclusively. Building a decent team still feels as limited as it did in the original games. Most of the gym leaders are nothing special, their teams are only difficult to defeat due to how limited the Johto Pokedex is. For Arceus' sake, Bugsy doesn't even evolve his cocoon Pokemon! And remember that great move tutor system from Platinum? that's now available in the battle frontier in the post game...and you have to pay a truckload of battle points in order to use it. Have fun using the elemental punches again!

    I feel so weak in this game, even with a team with decent move sets, I never felt comfortable during this journey. I could never sit down and enjoy the set pieces like the shiny Gyarados, the secret rocket base, or the Glitter Lighthouse. I was sick of fighting the same Pokemon consecutively. One of the worst fights in the game is against Executive Petrel and his army of Koffing and Weezing. I don't have any trouble defeating him and yet I feel so tired.

    This game needed fixing, not just a new coat of paint. I can't even challenge the Battle Frontier because I am unable to properly prepare for those challenges. How are trainer supposed to help there Pokemon grow with these horrible grinding methods. Johto's Victory Road contains Pokemon in their early to late thirties, while Sinnoh's Victory Road has Pokemon appropriately in their forties. The wild Pokemon are weaklings, complete weaklings!

    My nostalgia just isn't enough to command my joy to come full circle. It doesn't matter how nice the game looks. The polish for this game was redirected into making more unique rocket executives and some decent Pokemon olympic challenges. Not a terrible journey, but rather a journey with missed potential.    … Expand
  8. AnthonyStf
    Jun 18, 2023
    7
    This is not the best pokemon game and is probably the most overrated.

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    "AnthonySTF will be going away to far ne land from hear that? If you dont hear it"
  9. Degia24
    May 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. HeartGold is the G.O.A.T. of every Pokémon game (originals and remakes)
    Maybe not flawless (due to certain opponents who have Pokémon with annoying movesets) but a great game that everyone should try.    … Expand
  10. JasonFajardo
    May 5, 2023
    9
    Greatest remake of the franchise, i still feel Johto uncomplete and Kanto so empty but both together are great, technically the best post-game out of any Pokémon game.
  11. chochinx16
    Apr 29, 2023
    9
    It is undoubtedly the best pokemon game that has been created, it is simply fun with the 2 generations and it is fun after finishing the game since it has a very good postgame since the game knows how to perfectly introduce the adventure sensation and of new challenges making the game very replayable and feeling like a very complete game that is worth trying
  12. Berkeb09
    Apr 20, 2023
    10
    Best pokemon game with last battle and musics the only thing, game is very easy except postgame
  13. JT0718
    Jan 7, 2023
    8
    I have never loved Pokemon games, but I enjoyed this game a good amount. I think the game is still bogged down by some frustrating mechanics (I have always hated the random encounters), but generally the moment to moment gameplay is pretty fun. The map is pretty solid and the visuals are also pleasant to look at. I don’t think I would replay the game again unless I did a nuzlocke or someI have never loved Pokemon games, but I enjoyed this game a good amount. I think the game is still bogged down by some frustrating mechanics (I have always hated the random encounters), but generally the moment to moment gameplay is pretty fun. The map is pretty solid and the visuals are also pleasant to look at. I don’t think I would replay the game again unless I did a nuzlocke or some other challenge like that, but overall I enjoyed the game.… Expand
  14. J1mbo
    Dec 28, 2022
    10
    One of the best pokemon games of all time. The graphics are great, the gameplay is really good. This remaster is so good that a remaster of this remaster seems like a really good idea.
  15. AlexMakesToast
    Nov 23, 2022
    7
    Heartgold = 7/10
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  16. polishedrelish
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    The best video game remake of all time.

    Everything about the already phenomenal Johto games is cranked up to 11 with lots of new content and QoL from gens 3 and 4. The visuals aged beautifully and the Pokemon sprites, both in battle and on the overworld, have lots of soul. HGSS added 2 new starter choices, Hoenn legendaries, events with mythical Pokemon, and a Safari Zone unlike    The best video game remake of all time.

    Everything about the already phenomenal Johto games is cranked up to 11 with lots of new content and QoL from gens 3 and 4. The visuals aged beautifully and the Pokemon sprites, both in battle and on the overworld, have lots of soul.

    HGSS added 2 new starter choices, Hoenn legendaries, events with mythical Pokemon, and a Safari Zone unlike anything else in Pokemon. Beyond that, there are gym leader rematches, revamped elite 4 rematches, and much more.

    Play these games if you have the chance.    … Expand
  17. hector_bcn98
    Nov 7, 2022
    8
    Me sigo quedando con los originales, de la misma forma que me pasó con los remake de la 3a generación. Soy un nostálgico.
  18. elliot5
    Oct 6, 2022
    10
    (10/10) - It was the first Pokemon game I've ever played and is easily the best Pokemon game to ever release. It also has one of the greatest soundtracks ever.
  19. B0ssReviews
    Sep 3, 2022
    8
    Johto has one of the worst level scaling in pokemon and most of the best pokemon are trade evolutions and the whirl islands suck

    Still one of my favorite pokemon games, amazing experience.
  20. carhigh
    Jul 8, 2022
    9
    Excellent remake and improves in almost every way off the original. Pokemon Heartgold is a whole game and then a whole new game right after.
  21. Toasttt
    Mar 26, 2022
    7
    79/100 . .
  22. AverageAccuracy
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    This game is a great remake! You get extra Pokemon, easier way to obtain them and the gyms were hard. I love post game, you get the entirety generation 1, and extra content. Shiny hunting is easier to obtain and safari zone makes it easy to catch the hard Pokemon to catch.
  23. Jak3y_Soto21
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver are the definitions of the perfect Pokemon game. Having a massive national dex, two regions to explore, fixes to physical/special attacks, new typings and a story you can’t get attached too. This was all followed up by the Generation 4’s mesmerising soundtrack which can be played in the 8-bit tone of a Gameboy Colour. These games are truely masterpieces!
  24. Livan
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Best pkm game ever best pkm game ever
    Best pkm game ever best pkm game ever
    Best pkm game ever best pkm game ever
  25. MissingNo000
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The best Pokemon game ever created. Graphics, innovative game systems, incredible events and full of history never seen before. The only flaw: it ends
  26. fanmadeendings
    Feb 15, 2022
    9
    The beautiful, fun, definitive experience of the back then definitive pokemon game. It is just a little slow in battle.
  27. Federx
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    to this day the best and most feature complete games in the entire franchise.
  28. 32fromdiscord
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver are objectively the best games in the series, and anyone who disagrees is wrong, plain and simple. People can nitpick these games and tear them apart over their few miniscule flaws, but at the end of the day, it's just that- nitpicking. The positives far outweigh the negatives here, from the gorgeous 2.5D graphics, to the sheer amount of content packed intoPokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver are objectively the best games in the series, and anyone who disagrees is wrong, plain and simple. People can nitpick these games and tear them apart over their few miniscule flaws, but at the end of the day, it's just that- nitpicking. The positives far outweigh the negatives here, from the gorgeous 2.5D graphics, to the sheer amount of content packed into the cartridges. There's no argument to be had. Everything that came before and after HeartGold and SoulSilver pales in comparison.… Expand
  29. greninjaX
    Dec 4, 2021
    10
    perfect game. easily one the best pokemon games of all time, and is definitely the best remake. they actually did more than the bare minimum, unlike some really bad gen 4 remakes that came out recently.
  30. TheHonestMan
    Nov 21, 2021
    9
    Simply put ,this game is a masterpiece for Pokemon. The original content was left intact as well as elements from Crystal version - and a ton of new features brought to the table. The towns are lovingly remade and made more distinct, the remixes are interesting new takes on the songs, and the game is jam packed; With 16 gyms, rematches, battle frontier, and side activities like theSimply put ,this game is a masterpiece for Pokemon. The original content was left intact as well as elements from Crystal version - and a ton of new features brought to the table. The towns are lovingly remade and made more distinct, the remixes are interesting new takes on the songs, and the game is jam packed; With 16 gyms, rematches, battle frontier, and side activities like the pokeathlon which has a surprising amount of effort put into it.
    The game also comes with a pokewalker accesory to give you something to do even when not playing. There's just so much to do, and it's hard to fault the games outside of the weirdly low level curve which was a flaw of the originals. The postgame and side content more than makes up for that in my opinion though. So much better than the remakes we get today.    … Expand
  31. GitanoUrbano
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Despues de muchos años logre jugar a este clasico en mi 3ds y la verdad es el mejor remake de un juego de pokemon, muchisimo detalle y agregados, una obra maestra.
  32. SirXyonder777
    Jun 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is my personal favorite Pokémon game. That final battle with the Elite Four though. One time I stayed up until six in the morning trying to beat them. My battle with the final boss, Lance, lasted almost 30 min before I eventually lost. That aside, this game is a true gem.… Expand
  33. manuel812
    May 29, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. un JUEGAZO increíble primero de todo es el juego mejor ambientado su ambientación japonesa es increíble aparte de eso tiene una muy buena historia ya que nos dan a un team rocket al borde de la disolución están tan perdidos que no respetan las intenciones originales del team rocket tenemos al mejor personaje de pokemon junto a N silver un personaje con un desarrollo excelente y la pelea final contra red uffffff increíble después la dificultad es bastante buena aunque tiene una subida de niveles muy brusca en fin es un juegazo… Expand
  34. Gold_Master1o
    May 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O melhor jogo de Pokémon que eu já joguei, a batalha contra o Red é épica!!!… Expand
  35. omniface
    Mar 9, 2021
    6
    a challenging game for competitive pokemon players only

    pros
    good graphics
    good late gameplay
    decent player guy

    cons
    horrible puzzle part
    worst of the gym leaders except number 8
    elite four pales in comparison to pokemon ruby and emerald

    overall a decent game with nothing more to it
  36. RyGuy1
    Mar 2, 2021
    10
    One of the best Pokémon games ever made. Good stuff from the originals, and DPP. Get it if you can
  37. Nikitosss95
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    I agree with those who claim that Pokémon Heartgold&Soulsilver are a culmination of all Pokémon games ever made, they’re indeed perfect! The nostalgia is huge! My very first game boy game was Pokemon Crystal and HeartGold is such an amazing improvement in terms of graphics, variety of Pokémons, exploring two continents and collecting four generations of Pokémons into your Pokédex; also myI agree with those who claim that Pokémon Heartgold&Soulsilver are a culmination of all Pokémon games ever made, they’re indeed perfect! The nostalgia is huge! My very first game boy game was Pokemon Crystal and HeartGold is such an amazing improvement in terms of graphics, variety of Pokémons, exploring two continents and collecting four generations of Pokémons into your Pokédex; also my favorite starters will remain Chikorita, Cyndaquil and Totodile!!… Expand
  38. Shadran
    Jan 13, 2021
    8
    Very polished yet grindy game. Progression is good until 8th gym and E4 where you need some preparation. Post E4 is really rewarding for players that played Kanto before. Problem is no good way to grind new pokemons when you run out of trainers. I like addition of new pokeballs in shops. Some parts of the game are time based on day in week or day and night so it's easy to miss some extraVery polished yet grindy game. Progression is good until 8th gym and E4 where you need some preparation. Post E4 is really rewarding for players that played Kanto before. Problem is no good way to grind new pokemons when you run out of trainers. I like addition of new pokeballs in shops. Some parts of the game are time based on day in week or day and night so it's easy to miss some extra stuff. World is pretty compact with a lot of towers and caves so you can travel fast even without fly HM. Overall enjoyable game with some speed bumps.… Expand
  39. ATTin
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    Content: 10 , Gameplay: 10, Graphics: 10. This is the best Pokemon game, ever. It exceed every other games in the franchise in almost every way, from the amount of content, the way pokemon following you, the graphics,... It's one of the best RPG i've ever played
  40. Dragonfly44
    Oct 26, 2020
    10
    I never played through Gold and Silver so the nostalgia played no part. This game was undoubtedly what started my love for Pokémon. It looks great, feels great and has just a few ‘little things’ that make it spectacular. Most games nowadays are great but lack the little things, such as having your partner follow you and the little detail here and there. This game really is a masterpiece,I never played through Gold and Silver so the nostalgia played no part. This game was undoubtedly what started my love for Pokémon. It looks great, feels great and has just a few ‘little things’ that make it spectacular. Most games nowadays are great but lack the little things, such as having your partner follow you and the little detail here and there. This game really is a masterpiece, plain and simple

    Rating - 98%    … Expand
  41. NathanBWrites
    Sep 29, 2020
    9
    I personally would say Heartgold and Soulsilver are the second-best Pokemon games of all-time, easily, in my opinion, but they do have their flaws which are pretty glaring. Although the large amounts of passion and drive to develop the series further and provide more than any fan could have ever wished for shows in the game. 
  42. ZeroBacon
    Sep 3, 2020
    10
    Pokemon Hgss are the best Pokemon games out there and the best games GameFreak has ever produced. Everything about it is absolutely flawless. Now this is how you make a sequel.
  43. dislexicpotato
    Aug 30, 2020
    8
    One of the best Pokemon games to date, very fun and plenty of content for a Pokemon game.
  44. clarkwonderbot
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo de Pokémon criado junto com SoulSilver. Pegaram tudo de positivo de todos os jogos lançados, lançando uma obra-prima como um presente para os fãs de pokémon.
    Prós
    Opção de Trocar a OST do Jogo para o do Game boy quando adquirir 16 insignias. Bolsa de Itens ampliada tendo várias categorias como Tm/Hm, Apricorns, Key Itens. Move Tutor, Move Reminder(Podendo aprender alguns    Melhor jogo de Pokémon criado junto com SoulSilver. Pegaram tudo de positivo de todos os jogos lançados, lançando uma obra-prima como um presente para os fãs de pokémon.
    Prós
    Opção de Trocar a OST do Jogo para o do Game boy quando adquirir 16 insignias.
    Bolsa de Itens ampliada tendo várias categorias como Tm/Hm, Apricorns, Key Itens.
    Move Tutor, Move Reminder(Podendo aprender alguns golpes que não puderam ser aprendidos dependendo do nível do pokémon capturado), Move Deleter(Deletar algum golpe como Hm).
    Inclusão do Pokéathlon, onde pode-se adquirir itens como pedras evolutivas e outros através de pontos adquiridos nos torneios.
    Maior participação das Kimono Grils no Jogo.
    Inclusão da Zona do Safari.
    Pokemon simples de Hoenn e Sinnoh através de Hoenn e Sinnoh Sound após adquirir a National Dex.
    Pokemons Lendários de Johto possuem sua própria música como os Cães Lendarios que possuem o mesmo tema, mas com algumas mudanças.
    Revanche contra Líderes de Ginásios.
    Revanche contra Treinadores sendo mais emocionantes.
    Eventos como do Celebi, Pichu e do Arceus são muito interessantes.
    Pegar um inicial de Kanto e Hoenn após derrotar o Red.
    Participações especiais de Maylene e Crasher Wake no Jogo.
    Sistemas de Trocas com Pokémon Diamond, Pearl e Platinum.
    Pokémon te seguindo.
    Número de Telefone com limite infinito.
    A jornada de Suicune tornou-se mais emocionante, viajando para Kanto.
    Pokémons lendários de outras gerações podem ser capturados.
    Rival mais aprofundado.
    Revanche contra Elite Four semelhante a Revanche contra Líderes de Ginásio.
    É necessário encontrar o Pokémon Lendário de cada versão para prosseguir com a história do jogo, antes era opcional.
    Inclusão da Viridina Forest.
    Celurean, Fuchsia, Cinnabar e Rotas 24 e 25 ganharam músicas de acordo com a primeira geração de jogos.
    Nenhum ponto negativo.    … Expand
  45. evelio28
    Aug 8, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Meh. A comparacion de los Originales, esta nueva implementacion solo promueve indirectamente la avaricia que Game freak intento dar como algo Bueno, cada elemento solo funciona dentro de su Epoca y Nunca como Concepto Inovador, ya que la Franquicia ya lo hizo en la Gen 1 con Amarillo y su contenido Adicional es mas Disfrutable dentro de Crystal (Pese a lo que piense la Mayoria)

    De resto posee todas las Virtudes que Gamefreak le habia puesto empeño en el pasado como a su Banda sonora, mecanicas llamativas y su Atmosfera tipo Sinnoh (Aunque esta con su mismo error del ritmo lento)    … Expand
  46. Reeeb
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Pokemon Heart Gold is the definitive Pokemon experience. With brilliant pixel-art, two of the best regions in the series to explore, engaging battles, and more, this game is a treat for all. The challenge is there but with hard work and perseverance, players of all ages can succeed. The cast of Pokemon in this game is some of the best and the adventure is extremely fun. The gameplay findsPokemon Heart Gold is the definitive Pokemon experience. With brilliant pixel-art, two of the best regions in the series to explore, engaging battles, and more, this game is a treat for all. The challenge is there but with hard work and perseverance, players of all ages can succeed. The cast of Pokemon in this game is some of the best and the adventure is extremely fun. The gameplay finds its perfect spot and the quality of life is great. The music and sound design is also outstanding. It's a great game and one of the most important games to my life!… Expand
  47. Mutty99
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The definitive Pokémon 4th generation Game, and probably one of the best Nintendo titles ever created. Graphics are top notch, same goes for the game's speed; the music and the story are just fantastic, fairly improved since the 2nd generation games. This title represents one of the happiest memory of my childhood, and i liked it to the point that Ho-Oh became my favourite Pokémon, and itThe definitive Pokémon 4th generation Game, and probably one of the best Nintendo titles ever created. Graphics are top notch, same goes for the game's speed; the music and the story are just fantastic, fairly improved since the 2nd generation games. This title represents one of the happiest memory of my childhood, and i liked it to the point that Ho-Oh became my favourite Pokémon, and it still is. Gamefreak, this title is worthy being called the "Golden Age" of the Pokémon franchise :D… Expand
  48. OrangePlasma
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    It's the Pokemon game I've put the most hours into. And it's probably the most objectively good Pokemon game, to the point of flawlessness.
  49. LawCar
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This is peak pokemon. It encompasses everything that the pokemon series does well. Not only did it remake one of the most loved generations of the series, it also added stuff from other generations and added plenty of extra activities to enjoy.
  50. Lisaks98
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    This games... Are the best that the pokémon franchise has to offer. Beautiful designed creatures, the longest post-game' experience, the best story of any pokémon game... A true piece of art. Thank you gamefreak for this experience, which I will always hold in a special place of my mind.
  51. Inuyasha17
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Wouldn't it be the most interesting version of the Pokemon series?
    The main character is cool, and Red appears as the last enemy. That's cool too!
  52. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Pokemon Heartgold Version
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  53. samuelmarca
    May 12, 2020
    9
    Precioso remake bien hecho de la segunda generacion que salió en GameBoy Color. Nostalgia pura. Hermosos graficos. Toda la esencia de la saga en este juego.
  54. DigaHole
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    The by far best game of the franchise. A must play for every fan of the series.
  55. KegMinami
    Dec 31, 2019
    10
    I hesitate to call any game "perfect." In fact, I don't really think a "perfect game" really exists.
    But by god, if any Pokemon games got close, they would be HeartGold and SoulSilver.
    Sure, these games are remakes of the original Gold and Silver, but they're also so much more. Even from the beginning, you get a new rival and following Pokemon. There's a new Safari Zone, a Battle    I hesitate to call any game "perfect." In fact, I don't really think a "perfect game" really exists.
    But by god, if any Pokemon games got close, they would be HeartGold and SoulSilver.
    Sure, these games are remakes of the original Gold and Silver, but they're also so much more. Even from the beginning, you get a new rival and following Pokemon. There's a new Safari Zone, a Battle Frontier, and so many new events and things to do thrown in that just calling these games remakes doesn't do them justice.
    The only real problem with the games is the level curve. It was pretty bad in the originals and it persists here. But that's a really minor problem, especially considering how much these games do well.
    These two games are, hands-down, the best Pokemon has to offer. I would be thoroughly impressed if Gamefreak could top these games, but I certainly invite them to try.    … Expand
  56. Paradise2000
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    Pokemon Gold on the Gameboy colour was the first Pokemon game I have played and I also consider it my favourite out of all of them. Getting an upgraded version of the best Pokemon game ever was a godsend. HeartGold captures what made Gold so great and with a 4th Generation upgrade, it was even better than I imagined. Out of all the 5 generations of Pokemon, nothing has ever topped the 2ndPokemon Gold on the Gameboy colour was the first Pokemon game I have played and I also consider it my favourite out of all of them. Getting an upgraded version of the best Pokemon game ever was a godsend. HeartGold captures what made Gold so great and with a 4th Generation upgrade, it was even better than I imagined. Out of all the 5 generations of Pokemon, nothing has ever topped the 2nd Generation in my eyes and this game proves it. This game is just complete. Good story, addicting gameplay, huge amounts of content and endless replay value - all needed for the ultimate Pokemon game… Expand
  57. rubbdugger
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    Best Pokemon game ever made. The 4th gen mechanics are still the most superior to date, the graphics, music, story, everything is exactly what you want from a Pokemon game. The ability to explore Kanto is the cherry on top.
  58. JasonBB
    Nov 20, 2019
    5
    The big overrated Pokémon game. Story is bad as hell (if it has any), difficulty is null, postgame is boring being Kanto almost empty, but better than the original versions.

    This game is the genwunner exhaust outlet to defend they're not genwunners because they like something from almost 10 years ago.
  59. MazdoTechno
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    This is the sequel to Fire Red/Leaf Green we needed, now we don’t have to go back and play the (because of these much better versions) outdated Gen 1 and 2 games.
    Honestly I would never recommend anyone the original Gen 1 and 2 games unless they like messing around with the glitches (which admittedly is pretty fun)
    This is a great standard Pokémon game, it pretty much does what Pokémon    This is the sequel to Fire Red/Leaf Green we needed, now we don’t have to go back and play the (because of these much better versions) outdated Gen 1 and 2 games.
    Honestly I would never recommend anyone the original Gen 1 and 2 games unless they like messing around with the glitches (which admittedly is pretty fun)

    This is a great standard Pokémon game, it pretty much does what Pokémon does and does it very well
    If you liked Fire Red/Leaf Green I’m sure you’ll also enjoy this game    … Expand
  60. JmanTheHitman
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    One of the best pokemon games to this day. These remakes keep in tack everything was great about the originals with new features and conveniences that make it a great RPG in general. A typical pokemon journey where you try to be the very best while also defeating an evil organization but this time around you get pokemon to follow you where ever you go. The endgame has plenty of rareOne of the best pokemon games to this day. These remakes keep in tack everything was great about the originals with new features and conveniences that make it a great RPG in general. A typical pokemon journey where you try to be the very best while also defeating an evil organization but this time around you get pokemon to follow you where ever you go. The endgame has plenty of rare pokemon to capture, another whole region to explore after you beat the game, and challenging trainers including a final boss that will truly test your limits as a pokemon master.… Expand
  61. Kiraki1120
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    The best main Pokemon game with ton of additions! This remake really tried hard in every aspect, developing a game for the best made Pokemon game so far. Plus, this game had the best and the biggest post-game in the games I played.
  62. ShawnEXE
    May 3, 2019
    9
    Music: 5/5
    Game Play: 4/5
    Graphics: 4.5/5
    Story: 4.0/5
    Time-Value: 5/5
    Overall: 4.5/5
  63. auranaqua
    Mar 31, 2019
    1
    Its a BAD pokemon game, not only that, but the only pokemon game that is bad, all others are at least ok. But this one is slow, bland, not inovative and they manage to make the few minigames weird and unplayable. Its also for the other game's looks what polar express is to reality, this ugliness makes the game even more boring than it adding nothing did. I saw some people praising it inIts a BAD pokemon game, not only that, but the only pokemon game that is bad, all others are at least ok. But this one is slow, bland, not inovative and they manage to make the few minigames weird and unplayable. Its also for the other game's looks what polar express is to reality, this ugliness makes the game even more boring than it adding nothing did. I saw some people praising it in the past but every time I looked up turned out to be some teenager who grew up when this one was new, in other words: if nostalgia and vanity over your own childhood are the only reasons you play a game, go for it but if you want a good game, play Firered, or really any other pokemon game.… Expand
  64. MadnessisRising
    Mar 5, 2019
    10
    This game is a blast! There is absolutely nothing wrong in this game! I played all generations of Pokemon-games and this is the best Edition. Even it's a remake of gold/silver it contents a lot of great new stuff (for example: The first Pokemon of your team walks straight behind you) and also bewares the greatness of the original. The storyline with the "geisha-girls", the soundtrack, theThis game is a blast! There is absolutely nothing wrong in this game! I played all generations of Pokemon-games and this is the best Edition. Even it's a remake of gold/silver it contents a lot of great new stuff (for example: The first Pokemon of your team walks straight behind you) and also bewares the greatness of the original. The storyline with the "geisha-girls", the soundtrack, the overall Japanese-look, challenging gameplay and damn cool designs make this game to one of the best for the Nintendo DS in my opinion.… Expand
  65. Real-Ho-Oh
    Nov 23, 2018
    3
    Besides the terrible level curve. It has the same bad distribution from the GS games and basically fixed nothing: every single problem is back, but with the ugly sprites from the dp games. The legendaries were shoving in at inconvenient places, ruining their original lore completely.
    It's also highly expensive, in part due an add on app thats underused and you won't need, so I only    Besides the terrible level curve. It has the same bad distribution from the GS games and basically fixed nothing: every single problem is back, but with the ugly sprites from the dp games. The legendaries were shoving in at inconvenient places, ruining their original lore completely.
    It's also highly expensive, in part due an add on app thats underused and you won't need, so I only recomend this game if you are a collector that want them all. Otherwise, stick to gsc.    … Expand
  66. FranciscoM
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    Pokémon Blue was the first ever video game I played. I was 6 at the time and from that moment on I kept playing all the Pokemon games in the main series and I can say Pokemon Heart Gold and Soul Silver, are the best Pokemon games ever made. I feel the problem with the more recent Pokemon games is the amount of unnecessary legendary Pokemon thrown into the games but since Pokemon HGSS is aPokémon Blue was the first ever video game I played. I was 6 at the time and from that moment on I kept playing all the Pokemon games in the main series and I can say Pokemon Heart Gold and Soul Silver, are the best Pokemon games ever made. I feel the problem with the more recent Pokemon games is the amount of unnecessary legendary Pokemon thrown into the games but since Pokemon HGSS is a remake of Gold and Silver with the Pokemon from gen 3 and 4 also available, Game Freak managed to make every single legendary Pokemon count! Every legendary in the game has a purpose to the story! Speaking of story, the event Pokemon such as Celebi and Arceus act as sort of DLC, allowing the player the ability to access otherwise inaccessible places and events in the game! All this added to exploring 2 regions, collecting 16 badges and doing all sorts of daily and weekly events, Pokémon HGSS are, by far, the ultimate Pokemon experience!… Expand
  67. OctolingSpin
    Oct 27, 2018
    1
    Highly overrated. It's unfortunate to me to say it but it just doesn't stand the test of time: the charm, style, music and design of the original GSC games is completely absent, replaced by safe, boring music that's not even a fraction of how memorable the original was, generic sprites and an ugly overworld that doesnt make good use of what the ds could do. Worse: it has good aditionsHighly overrated. It's unfortunate to me to say it but it just doesn't stand the test of time: the charm, style, music and design of the original GSC games is completely absent, replaced by safe, boring music that's not even a fraction of how memorable the original was, generic sprites and an ugly overworld that doesnt make good use of what the ds could do. Worse: it has good aditions actually locked away through events that are now impossible to get, entire story bits no less that could have made the game better and more unique, not just event pokemon. The level scaling is also made worse than before despite the aditions its gen had.
    I recommend Crystal instead for the better Johto experience unless you really want the pokewalker app (nowadays hard to get) or want to transfer your cyndaquil to newer games.    … Expand
  68. Pinkpansylove
    Aug 17, 2018
    10
    A stellar rpg, specifically if you have played Pokemon red, blue, or yellow (or the remakes). Excellent soundtrack with very well designed Pokemon make this my favorite game in the series. There is such a jump in quality from the original series in the form of day and night cycles, two new Pokemon types, wild Legendary pokemon, and many other various minigames and encounters. What reallyA stellar rpg, specifically if you have played Pokemon red, blue, or yellow (or the remakes). Excellent soundtrack with very well designed Pokemon make this my favorite game in the series. There is such a jump in quality from the original series in the form of day and night cycles, two new Pokemon types, wild Legendary pokemon, and many other various minigames and encounters. What really makes this game special to me is going back to Kanto from the original game, seeing how the world has changed. Cities have new layouts, some gym leaders change, and you fight Red from the original game. Brilliant.… Expand
  69. Diegochocho
    Jul 6, 2018
    9
    Buen remake del Pokémon oro, lo que me dejo fascinado es que haya dos regiones de en vez de una, la música sigue siendo igual de buena, y el diseño de los pokémon estaban buenos.
  70. lazyasian
    Jun 12, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pokemon HeartGold is a remake of a previous game Pokemon Gold for the Gameboy Color from 1999 with new features made to adapt to the then new Nintendo DS system. This game was developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo like every game in the Pokemon series before it. This game was released in the same “generation” of games as Pokemon Diamond and Pearl, and as such is compatible with both of those games.

    The gameplay of Pokemon HeartGold is the same as any traditional Pokemon game. The player takes control of a new trainer in the Johto region and journeys across the region capturing and training Pokemon to become the best trainer in the region. Throughout the game the player is constantly leveling up the Pokemon they have caught in order increase the statistics and take on stronger challengers. The game also uses a menu-based combat system where each trainer takes their turn to command their Pokemon to use moves in order to take down or capture the opposing Pokemon. This is typical of all main series Pokemon games.

    The plot of Pokemon HeartGold is also typical of the main series games. The player takes control of a new trainer who has just moved to a region and journeys to become the Pokemon champion using battling rivals and a criminal organization along the way. The one thing that differentiates Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver from other Pokemon games would be its continuity in regards to the original games. In Pokemon HeartGold, once the player defeats the champion of the Johto region they travel to the Kanto region, the setting of the original Pokemon games. There the player can explore the entire region of the previous game and defeat the same bosses from the original games. The plot also draws from previous games by having the criminal organization that the player takes on being the villains from the original Pokemon games. One of the most memorable original moments that this game features is having the last opponent that the player must defeat be the protagonist from the original games. The game did everything it could to improve on some of the elements of the original and kept all of the elements that made the game unique among the series.

    The aesthetic of Pokemon HeartGold could be classified as the aesthetic of Pokemon games in general as the series began in 1996 and set a lot of examples for future games in that series. The look of the game can be described as a somewhat 3D pixel art style in the majority of the gameplay with more detailed sprites in the battle elements of the game. The soundtrack of the game is always made to fit certain situations in the game itself. More natural areas will have relaxing melodies that are calming, water areas will usually have a more sweeping soundtrack that makes the player want to explore, and battles will often have a loud melody playing that is meant to amp the player up and make them more invested in the battle. The two main regions in Pokemon HeartGold, Johto and Kanto, are based off the Japanese regions of Kansai and Kanto respectively. As such, many have found geographical similarities between the regions in the game and their real world counterparts such as the game’s Mount Silver being based on Mount Fuji. Cultural influences can also be found in the Pokemon themselves as many are based on real life objects or animals and some being based off myths and legends. Some examples would include the legendary Pokemon Ho-oh being based off the legend of the phoenix or the fox Pokemon Ninetails being based off legends of a trickster spirit known as the kitsune.

    The original demographic of the Pokemon franchise was mainly children between the ages of around five and eleven, and that has remained mostly the same. The Pokemon games are still made for children with a style and gameplay that is simple enough for children to understand, but the series also appeals to nostalgic adults. This is due to the fact that these games are remakes of games that these adults would have played as children, and the remakes of these games capture that sense of fun and adventure they felt as a child with newly implemented features and improvements.

    My overall opinion of the game is as follows. Pokemon HeartGold did everything that it set out to do. It is the perfect example of remake. Pokemon HeartGold captures all of the elements that made the original Pokemon Gold great such as the addition of the Kanto region and the inclusion of a continued plot with Team Rocket while still updating the graphics and art style to fit in with more recent Pokemon games. If you were a fan of the original Pokemon Gold or just a fan of the Pokemon series in general, Pokemon HeartGold is a perfect addition to the franchise. If you are not a fan of the Pokemon series, you will most likely not enjoy the game as it does nothing to change the Pokemon game formula. If you are new to the series, I would recommend this game as a great way to begin the series.    … Expand
  71. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    10
    El remake de uno de los mejores Pokemon de todo los tiempos 10/10 ........
  72. Kick454
    Apr 21, 2018
    8
    This game was my first Pokemon game and by far my favorite. However, since it is still Pokemon, it suffers some flaws that others suffer, but not as badly as those.

    Pros: + Walking around: How did a Pokemon game make walking around with more than just one character fun? (I loved this in Xenoblade 2 as well, but this is a Pokemon review) + Post-Game: By far the best Pokemon post-game    This game was my first Pokemon game and by far my favorite. However, since it is still Pokemon, it suffers some flaws that others suffer, but not as badly as those.

    Pros:
    + Walking around: How did a Pokemon game make walking around with more than just one character fun? (I loved this in Xenoblade 2 as well, but this is a Pokemon review)
    + Post-Game: By far the best Pokemon post-game
    + Gyms: Honestly, these are the only gyms I liked out of the franchise.
    + Safari Zone: The customization was excellent and I loved that you had to earn the extra secret areas.
    + Variety: Best variety in a Pokemon game ever.
    + Legendaries: The return of older legendaries was sweet, though the Arceus-event only methods of getting lvl 1 Sinnoh ones sucks.

    Mix:
    = Soundtrack: One of the better Pokemon soundtracks, but still, not too memorable (2nd best champion theme though).
    = Gameplay: Same as others, except minus Z-Moves and Megas (which both are overrated anyways).

    Overall, Pokemon HeartGold version was great enough to warrant an 8.5/10 from me.    … Expand
  73. Tekneiner
    Mar 20, 2018
    10
    While this may be bias coming from someone introduced to Pokemon through this game, I have no choice but to consider this the greatest game of the JRPG genre.
  74. SortOfCritic
    Jan 1, 2018
    9
    Pokemon Heartgold and Soulsilver make welcomed additions to the Pokemon resume, boasting probably the best post game to date, not to mention great music and being an overall improvement over Gold and Silver
  75. Dustik
    Nov 16, 2017
    10
    Pokemon Gold & Silver were wonderful games for the GBC and Game Freak created a amazing Remake with Heartgold & Soulsilver. For me they were the BEST Editions of Pokemon (at least until now).

    But u may wonder why they are the Best Pkmn Games out there for me? i 'll tell ya. 1. It's a really long game: I mean u can achieve 16 Badges, sick huh? they are Rematches, and the post-game    Pokemon Gold & Silver were wonderful games for the GBC and Game Freak created a amazing Remake with Heartgold & Soulsilver. For me they were the BEST Editions of Pokemon (at least until now).

    But u may wonder why they are the Best Pkmn Games out there for me?
    i 'll tell ya.

    1. It's a really long game:
    I mean u can achieve 16 Badges, sick huh?
    they are Rematches, and the post-game is reeeaaallllyyy goood    … Expand
  76. SrPepe
    Oct 30, 2017
    9
    Este juego es Pokémon puro. Me encanta, un mapa enorme, un protagonista bueno, una gran música, excelentes Pokémon, todo es muy bueno. Lo único malo son los Pokémon salvajes, muy débiles, no se puede subir de nivel.
  77. PowerUnlimited
    Oct 6, 2017
    10
    just great, in our opinion is this the best pokemon game ever. Here are some reasons why
    lots of legendaries to find
    being able to go to the kanto region
    the pokéwalker
    and much more
  78. ashketchum
    Sep 10, 2017
    9
    Of all video games I have played, the Pokemon series offers one of the most perfect gameplay experiences to me. HeartGold is the best example of this. As an upgraded version of Gold, you can do everything you could do back then, whilst also being able to catch up to Gen 4 Pokemon, and allowing a Pokemon to follow you around one at a time, among other new features. HeartGold feels like anOf all video games I have played, the Pokemon series offers one of the most perfect gameplay experiences to me. HeartGold is the best example of this. As an upgraded version of Gold, you can do everything you could do back then, whilst also being able to catch up to Gen 4 Pokemon, and allowing a Pokemon to follow you around one at a time, among other new features. HeartGold feels like an epic adventure, as you gradually level up, and move on to the next town, each with it's own unique layout. Ecruteak City to this day remains one of my favorite video game locations ever, due to it's rooted history and complex atmosphere that embodies the rich culture of Johto. Blackthorn City is relatively secluded from the other areas, giving it a sense of mysteriousness. Even post-game, there is a lot of extra content offered that will entertain for hours on end. HeartGold is truly, a fantastic game.… Expand
  79. ZeoN
    May 29, 2017
    10
    Las 2 regiones principales perfectamente remasterizadas y con mucho atractivo de cara al publico.Deseado por muchos fans y realmente una obra maestra.
  80. thealexmott
    Mar 26, 2017
    8
    The best region/map of any Pokémon with the WORST selection of Pokémon. The way to really enjoy this game is to trade over a team of level 5 guys from the start. I always have to wait until I have 6 or 7 badges before I can catch anything actually worth training.
  81. Coramcrash
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    Poco da dire qui. miglior gioco pokemon di sempre, nonché fantastico remake.
    meccaniche innovative e grafica ottima.
    i pochi difetti sono legati ai vecchi giochi oro e argento.
    voto 94/100
  82. JJJKR
    Dec 31, 2016
    10
    Pokemon heart gold is the worst game ever created pokemon gold is so much better these new johto pokemon look so weird. Like why? In pokemon gold the pokemon were so much better and they looked nicer. If you want better pokemons play pokemon red. Pokemon diamond is the worst game ever!!
  83. Seafox89
    Aug 31, 2016
    9
    Another great remake of yet another classic RPG. Gold/Silver retains everything that made the original R/B/Y classics such great games: charming characters and storytelling, colorful environment, massive world to explore filled with hidden items, pokemon, and quests, and hundreds of hours of gameplay for those who are up to the highest challenges this gem has to offer. I still remember theAnother great remake of yet another classic RPG. Gold/Silver retains everything that made the original R/B/Y classics such great games: charming characters and storytelling, colorful environment, massive world to explore filled with hidden items, pokemon, and quests, and hundreds of hours of gameplay for those who are up to the highest challenges this gem has to offer. I still remember the thrill when I caught my first legendary bird with ultra balls. Highly recommended!… Expand
  84. FilemonBR
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Remake do melhor jogo de pokemon de todos os tempos, tem tudo, 2 regioes, podemos batalhar com red, estamos de volta em johto, e agora os pokemon seguem voce
  85. funkydoodycool
    Mar 18, 2016
    8
    This was my first experience of Pokemon. Born in 1980, I was too old by the time the series began to care about it, and having tried a couple of the Gameboy games through emulation in my 20s I couldn't grasp what had people so impressed by them. Boring, repetitive, pointless was my view at the time.

    Heartgold as I understand is a remake for one of the early Gameboy games, tarted up for    This was my first experience of Pokemon. Born in 1980, I was too old by the time the series began to care about it, and having tried a couple of the Gameboy games through emulation in my 20s I couldn't grasp what had people so impressed by them. Boring, repetitive, pointless was my view at the time.

    Heartgold as I understand is a remake for one of the early Gameboy games, tarted up for the DS with some "modern" additions and of course nicely improved graphics. It certainly looks good on my DSi with its sharp, bright screens!

    I enjoyed the game a lot more than I was expecting. Yes, it IS repetitive, just as I found it in my attempts to play the earlier versions. But, somehow, I was compelled to keep going, seeking out the rarer Pokemon and pushing through each of the gyms to win the badges. I still don't understand why I felt the compulsion, but now I know at least that there is SOMEthing about the series that addicts fans.

    Not having played any other version, I can't comment on how it compares, but I intend one day to try one of the later versions (perhaps I'll go to Black and Black 2 before trying the upcoming Moon on 3DS) and as I stated at the start I initially had no interest and found the games boring and pointless - that this has changed my mind leads me to recommend it to any non-fan at the least, as a good way to find out that there is a little magic in Pokemon should you give it the chance.    … Expand
  86. ShieldlessLink
    Mar 3, 2016
    9
    Pokemon HeartGold is a revisit to the Johto region. Along with many different expansive elements, such as the day/night cycle, battling gym leaders again on certain time based - events, Pokemon from different generations are available, its a giant love letter to the Gold and Crystal games.

    The world of Pokemon still continues to be expansive. I don't know how many hours I sunk into this    Pokemon HeartGold is a revisit to the Johto region. Along with many different expansive elements, such as the day/night cycle, battling gym leaders again on certain time based - events, Pokemon from different generations are available, its a giant love letter to the Gold and Crystal games.

    The world of Pokemon still continues to be expansive. I don't know how many hours I sunk into this game. I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  87. victorgr
    Feb 22, 2016
    10
    Es un juegazo muy posiblemente el mejor de la saga excelente remake ademas el pokewalker fue una idea buenisima.......................................
  88. Evyan2002
    Jan 24, 2016
    10
    Pokemon Heartgold version is one of the best Pokemon games there is to date. Pokemon Heartgold revolutionized the Pokemon gaming industry. If you want to start a Pokemon adventure, this is the game you should get!
  89. Longanimals
    Sep 23, 2015
    9
    My favorite game ever, and got me truly into pokemon as a whole. It solidified my love for RPGs, the DS, and nintendo as a whole. A true masterpiece if Iv'e ever seen one.
  90. ConnKon
    Jan 24, 2015
    9
    In terms of innovation and originality for its time it doesn't beat the originals for the GBC, but this is technically the best version of the best Pokemon game ever. Pokemon G/S/C are widely considered the best Pokemon games for their time and their addictive gameplay still shines through with HG/SS. I'm not sure which game would be enjoyed the most if you'd give HeartGold to someone thatIn terms of innovation and originality for its time it doesn't beat the originals for the GBC, but this is technically the best version of the best Pokemon game ever. Pokemon G/S/C are widely considered the best Pokemon games for their time and their addictive gameplay still shines through with HG/SS. I'm not sure which game would be enjoyed the most if you'd give HeartGold to someone that has never played a video game and the original Gold to someone that has never played a video game. But for today's standards HeartGold wins and with that said I consider HeartGold one of the best RPGs I've ever played. A lot of fun and addictive. The story and quality drops a bit after the pokemon league, but the fact that they added Kanto still amazes me today. 9.1/10… Expand
  91. SavageSalamence
    Aug 15, 2014
    9
    I simply love this game! It has a great charm that no other game in the series has. There are its minor flaws, such as very few Trainer rematches, a lot of low leveled stuff, frustrating legendaries and in my opinion not enough new Pokemon. But this game redelivers what Gold and Silver originally did to make it even better! Team Rocket, while kind of a joke made the story great. The musicI simply love this game! It has a great charm that no other game in the series has. There are its minor flaws, such as very few Trainer rematches, a lot of low leveled stuff, frustrating legendaries and in my opinion not enough new Pokemon. But this game redelivers what Gold and Silver originally did to make it even better! Team Rocket, while kind of a joke made the story great. The music is some of the greatest in the franchise and I just have great fun with the game. If they just fixed the problems I listed above, it could be the greatest Pokemon game ever!… Expand
  92. PMG
    Aug 9, 2014
    9
    40$ and i have played this game for 700 hours! 2 regions, having pokemon walk behind you, the new mechanics gen 3 and 4 introduced, fantastic soundtrack, 14 legendary's without events, the ability to catch the mascot that wasn't on your cover, a gigantic postgame and the inclusian of gen 3 and 4 pokemon, more to the point the gen 3 main legends all help to make this my favorite pokemon and40$ and i have played this game for 700 hours! 2 regions, having pokemon walk behind you, the new mechanics gen 3 and 4 introduced, fantastic soundtrack, 14 legendary's without events, the ability to catch the mascot that wasn't on your cover, a gigantic postgame and the inclusian of gen 3 and 4 pokemon, more to the point the gen 3 main legends all help to make this my favorite pokemon and DS game to date. While the story lack the depth of R/S/E/B/W/B2/W2 it still is a merorable journey. Plus STEVEN! Nuff said.… Expand
  93. lordT
    Jul 10, 2014
    9
    I was a fan of pokemon since the 3th generation and i must admit that no matter how old i get, i like the franchise. So when a remake was announced i was excited. When the game came out, it was pretty good, i do not have much to say about it. You see i usually talk to much about a bad game so the only answer you're going to get is: This game is worth a buy.
  94. Flamingflash
    Dec 7, 2013
    8
    If your like me and you enjoyed playing the original gold. Then this game is a fantastic choice for you.The graphics have been revamped as you could probably of guessed, This improvement really bring's gold in to todays graphical capacity. The game it self still retains the original story with a couple of changes. All of these little changes really make the game feel new such as theIf your like me and you enjoyed playing the original gold. Then this game is a fantastic choice for you.The graphics have been revamped as you could probably of guessed, This improvement really bring's gold in to todays graphical capacity. The game it self still retains the original story with a couple of changes. All of these little changes really make the game feel new such as the ability to get Pokemon from the diamond and pearl games.There are ton's of Pokemon in this game which makes it all the more fun trying to collect them all. I personally have all-way's loved the music of the Pokemon franchise, The game has a fantastic sound track one which you remember as soon as you play the game after completing it. They decide to incorporate a function known as the poke-walker, which basically means you can train a pokemon by walking real steps.The game becomes extremely addicting and before you know it you have packed away loads of hours.
    I would highly recommend to pokemon fans, also people looking to try something new.    … Expand
  95. ygamer
    Oct 31, 2013
    10
    Melhor jogo de pokémon ja feito. se passa nos melhores continentes, e tem os melhores pokémons, gráfico bom e muito legal a ideia de 1 pokémon ficar te seguindo.

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    Best Pokemon game already done. goes the best continents, and has the best Pokémon, good graphics and very cool idea to get one Pokemon following you.
  96. VideoGameCritic
    Aug 5, 2013
    10
    I am a 90's kid and always will be. Pokemon was the first rpg that I really got into so it makes since that I would love everything they have ever made. Well I do like most of the games my favorite Pokemon title, I love Pokemon Gold. Its my favorite game of all time and I have played it hundreds of times, so when I heard that there was going to be a remake I was really happy and eager. II am a 90's kid and always will be. Pokemon was the first rpg that I really got into so it makes since that I would love everything they have ever made. Well I do like most of the games my favorite Pokemon title, I love Pokemon Gold. Its my favorite game of all time and I have played it hundreds of times, so when I heard that there was going to be a remake I was really happy and eager. I even started playing the old version before the game released so I knew that whole game front to back. The game was released and I was the first person in line to buy it at my gamestop. I played that game for a week straight and when I say I played it straight I mean I only played that game nothing else. I loved the remake! Forever and always it will be my favorite remake of a Pokemon game and as of right now its my favorite remake of all time. The Graphics were amazing, the songs made me feel so nostalgic. The story was and always will be the best part of this game, it is a really great story and no one will ever till me other wise. I have my problems with this game, I didn't like the new generations of Pokemon. Generation two is bad because of how the Pokemon look terrible. I know that I could never make a Pokemon sprite and I never will even try to but I also know that most of my friends hate gen two and feel that they are kinda lazy. Besides how the Pokemon, the game is flawless. I wanted a Pokemon yellow remake and trust me if I had the funds and the skills to make said game I would. But the fact that gamefreak choice what was suppose to be one of the two last Pokemon game to be a remake, is nuts to me because there are a lot of fans of ruby, sapphire, and emerald. I am the only person that would live in Johto and deal with team rocket taking over my favorite radio channel, having three giant dogs run a muck in my neighborhood, and have criminals who are border line terrorist take over what is the biggest city in the country just because I want to walk down those routes. Its not just a game to me its what addicted me to rpg's and rpg's addicted me to video games. I am who I am because of this game. I recommend this game and will never go back on what I said on this review.… Expand
  97. MIDP
    Aug 4, 2013
    10
    This or its counterpart "Pokemon SoulSilver Version" is a MUST HAVE to the Nintendo DS library, period.

    It has everything from all the Pokemon games, then improved.

    Maybe the best entries in the series.

    Amazing lasting appeal.

    10 out of 10.
  98. Jamison12
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    What do you get when you remake one of the best Pokemon installments ever? You get Heartgold. Heartgold puts Gold to shame. It's abundance of new pokemon, great graphics, and plus, your pokemon freaking follows you around! Not only this, but it stays true to Gold's plot and design and even adds some new side missions of it's own! Heartgold also does a great job of involving some elementsWhat do you get when you remake one of the best Pokemon installments ever? You get Heartgold. Heartgold puts Gold to shame. It's abundance of new pokemon, great graphics, and plus, your pokemon freaking follows you around! Not only this, but it stays true to Gold's plot and design and even adds some new side missions of it's own! Heartgold also does a great job of involving some elements from Pokemon Crystal as well!
    Buy this game! Pirate this game! Emulate this game! Do whatever you can to get this game!    … Expand
  99. Nmanl1
    Apr 25, 2013
    10
    Tonnes of content within this game, adds new areas to explore not featured in the original. The nice addition of having your Pokemon follow you around really helps to immerse yourself in this game and so many other things that the player should discover for themselves. If you played the original Gold/Silver you like this game and its additional features not in the original. If you've neverTonnes of content within this game, adds new areas to explore not featured in the original. The nice addition of having your Pokemon follow you around really helps to immerse yourself in this game and so many other things that the player should discover for themselves. If you played the original Gold/Silver you like this game and its additional features not in the original. If you've never played a Pokemon game before, pick this game up as a starting point if you can, and if you like Pokemon then this is a must have game. The sheer amount of content in this game makes it my favourite Pokemon experience.… Expand
  100. Rolento
    Nov 25, 2012
    9
    They took their best classic title and made it even better, bringing it to date with the 4th generation of Pokémon, putting new stuff into it and without letting down the old school fans in the process. It's just amazing, really. Several bonus points for the very, very good and comfortable interface and the minor yet amazing feature of your first Pokémon on the team followingThey took their best classic title and made it even better, bringing it to date with the 4th generation of Pokémon, putting new stuff into it and without letting down the old school fans in the process. It's just amazing, really. Several bonus points for the very, very good and comfortable interface and the minor yet amazing feature of your first Pokémon on the team following your character sprite. Their best work so far.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

3
#3 Best DS Game of 2010
1
#1 Most Discussed DS Game of 2010
3
#3 Most Shared DS Game of 2010

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    94
    It may not be too revolutionary but this is by far the biggest, most packed Pokemon yet. [Mar 2010, p.67]
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  2. Games Master UK
    88
    It's still the Pokemon you know and love - and handheld entertainment of the highest order. [Apr 2010, p.78]
  3. Nintendo Gamer
    88
    The Pokemon formula stays unchanged, but Gold and Silver remain our favourites. Essential for Johto newcomers and veterans. [Mar 2010, p.94]
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