Pokemon Platinum Version

 DS
User Score
8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1050 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 914 out of 1050
  2. Mixed: 94 out of 1050
  3. Negative: 42 out of 1050
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  1. Hamza_yeet
    Jun 3, 2023
    10
    The game is an amazing upgrade to diamond and pearl with the faster movement speed and things like the distortion world Pushing what Pokémon can do with the Ds this ai the perfect Pokémon game
  2. Eyean
    Aug 5, 2023
    8
    Platinum fixes every mistake the original versions had, and add even more content on-top of that. The changes to the engine, story, and post-game especially go along way to fully realize the potential this generation of games had.
  3. Manucci555
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    One of my first pokemon games and a game I'm extremely fond of. If only they made this an adult series.
  4. litnlowkey
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    The fifth entry in the most popular franchise in the world, Pokémon Platinum is arguably the best of the main game series. It takes everything its predecessors did before it and perfectly executes on every aspect of its design. The story is likely the best Game Freak has to offer and the writing of the story perfects what its sibling games Diamond and Pearl did have going for them.

    If    The fifth entry in the most popular franchise in the world, Pokémon Platinum is arguably the best of the main game series. It takes everything its predecessors did before it and perfectly executes on every aspect of its design. The story is likely the best Game Freak has to offer and the writing of the story perfects what its sibling games Diamond and Pearl did have going for them.

    If playing in the Sinnoh region for the first time, Platinum is the best way to experience it. The world and its lore is strong and engaging, with a sense of mystery to the story surrounding it. The way the player is introduced to some of the deeper elements of the story is masterfully done, and hasn’t really been replicated in a Pokémon experience since. Everything from the ominous set up of the box legendary, to the side stories, is crafted with the utmost care and creativity. The battles feel weighty and intense, with challenging fights against your rivals, to the most difficult Champion in the series to date. The soundtrack is a highlight of the DS Era. Pokémon Platinum is also home to some of the best battle music in Pokémon.

    The fourth generation of Pokémon saw the introduction of some fan favourites like Garchomp, Lucario, and Luxray to name a few. This generation also happens to include the most well designed set of starters of all of the entries in the series. In fact it generally has some of the best designs of the series period, as many different Pokémon from this generation are infamous amongst the fanbase. Looking at the legendary offerings alone shows the strength of Game Freaks design choices.

    The game, being a third entry to the fourth generation games, capitalizes on this fact by correcting most of the issues the original releases of Diamond and Pearl were plagued by. It furthered this momentum by altering the story and providing an excellent build up and climax. Pokémon Platinum stands out amongst the series as an extremely well polished and carefully crafted experience worthy to be named one of the best of Game Freaks offerings.    … Expand
  5. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Treasure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Awards & Rankings

14
#14 Best DS Game of 2009
2
#2 Most Discussed DS Game of 2009
8
#8 Most Shared DS Game of 2009

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. IGN
    88
    Even though it's not a huge advancement over Diamond and Pearl, it does have a larger list of features. The single player adventure has a bit more to explore, and more importantly the online component is fleshed out a bit more compared to the 2007 releases.
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  2. Game Informer
    85
    If you haven't played Diamond/Pearl and are looking for a good RPG, Platinum is absolutely the way to go. [Apr 2009, p.90]
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  3. Hardcore Gamer
    90
    Sure Pokémon Platinum may not exactly seem like the manliest game, but with a sound battle system, a lengthy main quest, and a variety of multiplayer options, it may just be the best hand held RPG available right now.
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