Pokemon Platinum Version

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8.9

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  1. Shierzhi
    Jul 10, 2011
    9
    Pokémon Platinum has a lot to show. Many improvements were made compared to the previous generation, and the heavily modified storyline compared to Diamond and Perl make this game a very good addition if you are into the series. The best part of it is the virtually infinite replay value, with many options such as online play and Battle Frontier. Sadly though, europeans mustPokémon Platinum has a lot to show. Many improvements were made compared to the previous generation, and the heavily modified storyline compared to Diamond and Perl make this game a very good addition if you are into the series. The best part of it is the virtually infinite replay value, with many options such as online play and Battle Frontier. Sadly though, europeans must suffer from an empty Game Corner, issue that was thankfully addressed in the Generation II remakes.… Expand
  2. Skinnytub
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    10 Years later and it's still one of my favourite games. I have spent over 600 hours in Pokemon Platinum, both completing the national dex and shiny hunting. Now all I can do is hope the remake of the game is just as good or better! 10/10
  3. Hawqer
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    A great pokemon game, you should definitely try it out if you're a new pokemon gamer, Gen 4 introduced so many iconic pokemon it's likely the best generation of pokemon too.
  4. MazdoTechno
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    Yet another great entry into the Pokémon game franchise Pokémon platinum once again is the Pokémon adventure you want
    The game may be too slow for some but I’m a patient guy so it doesn’t bother me
    Really solid game with the best story so far if you look at it from Gen 1-4 exclusively Cyrus is the best leader from Gen 1-4 Amazing new Pokémon designs overall with few duds (lake trio is    Yet another great entry into the Pokémon game franchise Pokémon platinum once again is the Pokémon adventure you want
    The game may be too slow for some but I’m a patient guy so it doesn’t bother me
    Really solid game with the best story so far if you look at it from Gen 1-4 exclusively
    Cyrus is the best leader from Gen 1-4
    Amazing new Pokémon designs overall with few duds (lake trio is an exception)
    Cynthia still is the best champion (and annoying if you don’t over level your Pokémon)
    Great game and the definitive Sinnoh experience    … Expand
  5. Luigichief
    Aug 4, 2020
    8
    Definitive version of the Sinnoh generation. The first generation of pokemon that had a decent OP. The region map is ok. She has great starters. And Sinnoh's Pokédex is good too.

    Gameplay is slower than normal. Pokétch was a really cool addition. In the game there are also several moments when you pair with a character, I thought it was really cool. The twisted world was a cool puzzle    Definitive version of the Sinnoh generation. The first generation of pokemon that had a decent OP. The region map is ok. She has great starters. And Sinnoh's Pokédex is good too.

    Gameplay is slower than normal. Pokétch was a really cool addition. In the game there are also several moments when you pair with a character, I thought it was really cool. The twisted world was a cool puzzle and a nice addition to the story. Pokemon Platinum is a little more difficult than Diamond and Pearl and ends up being one of the most difficult in the franchise because some bosses have a high level gap (for Pokemon), have Berrys who recover their HP and use potions. Nothing too difficult but for the Pokemon standard the difficulty is quite high. You have very little freedom when choosing gyms (you can choose the order of 3 of them if I'm not mistaken).

    The story in general and especially the beginning is very basic without anything innovative. The Looker is a very cool character, who added the story. Professor Pokemon had a lot of appearances in the story, they haven't changed much but overall it was ok. Cynthia appears at various times as well, but her appearances are quite random and only served to familiarize the protagonist with the champion of the region. Barry was an ok rival, with a cliché personality never before used in the franchise, he had a decent development during the journey. The villain, head of the Galactica team is an interesting villain but his motivation was very weak. The Galactica team is very dark (and very stupid), and had a specific moment when they made 3 legendary suffer to reach their goal that surprised me. In short the first half is as usual and the second is ok.

    The soundtrack is one of the best and most diverse in the franchise.    … Expand
  6. Susano
    Aug 25, 2010
    9
    Completely useless if you arn't a Pokemon lunatic and have Diamond/ Pearl, but since when did non-Pokemon fans buy D/P. Though while it's a small update, it's a crackingly good update, with the new Battle Frontier and the rather clever Distortion World. Pokemon die-hards are used to only subtle remakes, and this, unfortunately, is yet another subtle one, but lets you enjoy that adventureCompletely useless if you arn't a Pokemon lunatic and have Diamond/ Pearl, but since when did non-Pokemon fans buy D/P. Though while it's a small update, it's a crackingly good update, with the new Battle Frontier and the rather clever Distortion World. Pokemon die-hards are used to only subtle remakes, and this, unfortunately, is yet another subtle one, but lets you enjoy that adventure again,but slightly different from last time.… Expand
  7. intrepidis
    Nov 26, 2011
    7
    A good solid role playing game, but it's the exactly the same formula as all previous Pokémon games. The battle scenes work okay, but they're just the same as on the old monochrome GameBoy, only in colour and with better sound. It's lazy of Nintendo to keep this the same. Also the dialog goes on and on sometimes, repeating the same thing over and over, or just prattling onA good solid role playing game, but it's the exactly the same formula as all previous Pokémon games. The battle scenes work okay, but they're just the same as on the old monochrome GameBoy, only in colour and with better sound. It's lazy of Nintendo to keep this the same. Also the dialog goes on and on sometimes, repeating the same thing over and over, or just prattling on about unimportant boring stuff like "Be careful in the long grass" for the fifth time! Good points are that it has a many many Pokémon to catch and can be very engrossing.… Expand
  8. joe200
    Jan 4, 2014
    10
    A Classic,The soundtrack and storyline are unforgettable. And you can catch some brilliant pokemon. The new distortion world makes for a fun new part of the game. The updated sprites are cool too. So this game is a must-have even though it's quite old now
  9. ATTin
    Jun 1, 2019
    9
    Story: 9, Gameplay: 9, Graphics: 9. Easily the best third version Pokemon game
  10. SupaChigga
    Nov 19, 2013
    6
    Single Player/Multi Player (1/2)

    (If the single player is better than the multiplayer, review this section as if it had no multplayer) (If the multiplayer is better than the multiplayer, review this section as if it had no single player) Gameplay (1/2) Visuals/Story (1/2) (If the visuals are better than the story, review this section as if it had no story) (If the story is    Single Player/Multi Player (1/2)

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    Accessibility/Longevity (2/2)

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    Pricing (1/2)

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    The review score is based out of 10 points. There are no “half” or 0.5 increments. It is impossible to have a score above 10 or below 0. The review score will change as the game gets new dlc, drops in price, or if more secrets are found through the game increasing its appeal.

    The scoring is split into 6 sections. The first five sections can add a possible 2 points to the final score. The first 5 sections are Single Player/Multi Player, Gameplay, Visuals/Story, Accessibility/Longevity, and Pricing.

    Notice that 3 of these sections have two parts. These particular sections will be scored based on the stronger part of the game of the two. For example, if a game has a lousy single player campaign, but an excellent multiplayer component, that section will be based solely on the multiplayer as if the single player did not exist. This allows games to be based on their own merits, as many unnecessary features are shoehorned into video games by publishers to reach a “feature quota”. Games that excel in both areas of a section don’t receive should be noted in the written review, but cannot increase the score past 2 in that section. However, it can be taken into account in the final section

    The final section can add 1, add 0, or subtract 1 to the final score. This final section is the “wildcard” section. This section is for how the reviewer “feels” about the game, but limits this only to this section, rather than the entire 10 point review. This section can include any positive or negative point that was not covered in the previous 5 sections.    … Expand
  11. dislexicpotato
    Dec 8, 2018
    9
    One of the best and most memorable gaming experiences I have ever had, everyone should give this game a chance.
  12. MzMazzaire
    Dec 11, 2017
    9
    Diamond/Pearl/Platinum are are great 4th gen games in the series. To be honest, I can't wait to see what they look/sound/play like when Game Freak decided to remake them in the future.
  13. Matias8654
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Un pokemon increíble, como es de costumbre nos encontramos con la continuación de dos grandes juegos como lo son Diamante y Perla dando origen a Planino donde se puede capturar los 3 Giratina, Palkia y Dialga, y a la vez sumergirnos en ese mundo de tinieblas donde vive Giratina
  14. andrew9
    Nov 16, 2021
    8
    good music .
  15. W-Lights
    Dec 2, 2018
    8
    It puts the pokemon in routes and the trainer's teams to what they should be from start, you can have the entire new pokemon dex (yes even the likes of magmortar weren't in dp dex despite being their debut games) as you adventure through sinnoh, and Looker would become a series staple. While it only bothered to change 0,000001% of d/p, its still not only good but enhanced enough that rightIt puts the pokemon in routes and the trainer's teams to what they should be from start, you can have the entire new pokemon dex (yes even the likes of magmortar weren't in dp dex despite being their debut games) as you adventure through sinnoh, and Looker would become a series staple. While it only bothered to change 0,000001% of d/p, its still not only good but enhanced enough that right now its the best sinnoh game until one day a remake may surpass it, the changes may be small tidbits but they "recalibrated the content" in the right direction.… Expand
  16. Shadran
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    My favorite version of all pokemon games. This generation got most interesting story, introducing so many good characters form gym leaders, champion and random detective guy to team galactic leader. Even new pokemons are really well done, visually and from ingame perspective. I especially love new evolutions for older pokemons making them not only likeable but also useable in fights. ItsMy favorite version of all pokemon games. This generation got most interesting story, introducing so many good characters form gym leaders, champion and random detective guy to team galactic leader. Even new pokemons are really well done, visually and from ingame perspective. I especially love new evolutions for older pokemons making them not only likeable but also useable in fights. Its really nice game.… Expand
  17. rencecond
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    One of the best Pokemon games out there. Many fun multiplayer features, such as GTS and Underground are no longer avaliable through normal means, but the core experience remains strong to this day, featuring a fairly long journey and a good selection of pokemon to choose from. Even after beating the main storyline, there is still a lot of meaningful and fun content to do. The game engineOne of the best Pokemon games out there. Many fun multiplayer features, such as GTS and Underground are no longer avaliable through normal means, but the core experience remains strong to this day, featuring a fairly long journey and a good selection of pokemon to choose from. Even after beating the main storyline, there is still a lot of meaningful and fun content to do. The game engine may be rough around the edges, but the game itself stood the test of time remarkably well.… Expand
  18. AShinyGiratina
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    This is the single greatest Pokemon game ever created. Yes, I'm biased, but that would mean millions of other people who's childhoods hinged on this game are probably biased, too.
  19. Turdnuggz
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    One of the best Pokemon games ever made! It excels in pretty much every category you look for in a pokemon game. The music, rivals, evil team, locations, gyms, champion, postgame, pokemon, and legendaries were all great!
  20. twinklyten
    Jan 25, 2020
    9
    One of the best pokemon games and removes most of the sluggish and boring elements of pearl and diamond while also adding lots of great extra content.
  21. DryToaster
    Jun 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No cap, Gen 3/4 are the best pokemon games. Platinum is just so much fun and you feel so dope blowing up universe gods.… Expand
  22. BellamySacir
    Nov 8, 2020
    10
    This is the best Pokemon game in existence and no one can tell me otherwise!
  23. JoelArpal
    Dec 30, 2020
    9
    My personal favourite of the third gen. I loved the Distorsion World of Giratina and i really liked the story line.
  24. 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 ans Mesprit... sympathetic gym leaders and elite four, nice region, lovely starters such as Turtwig, Chimchar and Piplup!
  25. Lost_Hero9
    May 7, 2012
    10
    Although it doesn't add much to the sequel, Pokemon Platinum is an upgrade version of Diamond and Pearl. The Gym leaders are beefed up. A couple a new bonus's are added and a new dark world is unfolded when you go after Giratina. Also the Elite Four is beefed up and stands as the hardest Elite Four in the Pokemon series. This is the last best game of the series so I highly recommend youAlthough it doesn't add much to the sequel, Pokemon Platinum is an upgrade version of Diamond and Pearl. The Gym leaders are beefed up. A couple a new bonus's are added and a new dark world is unfolded when you go after Giratina. Also the Elite Four is beefed up and stands as the hardest Elite Four in the Pokemon series. This is the last best game of the series so I highly recommend you buy this game. After all, Black and White were disasters and had the worst Elite Four in the franchise.… Expand
  26. Watermelon789
    Feb 2, 2012
    8
    Unnecessary addition to the Poke franchise , with few changes and part lacking. They made this move before with Crystal and Emerald version so for me is no surprise that we can see another addition for the White/Black version. While not disappointed in all the senses I'm sure they can do better than this. ( I'm looking at you Game Freak )
  27. Zegilgamesh
    Dec 29, 2012
    9
    It's everything a Pokemon fan can ask for, and its the ideal starting point for newcomers to the series. The difficulty level is perfect, the replay value is endless, and its welcomingly formulaic.
  28. Churigogobashu
    Jan 20, 2012
    10
    I would say it isn't boring. Iike the raining snows kind of thing and the newer and badder bad guys. The story is insane and it's much better than black and white. I must say no one can surpass its greatness. No one!!!
  29. Jake_
    May 28, 2013
    10
    Pokemon Platinum is my personal favorite Pokemon game and my personal favorite DS game. This game has the best team, the best region, the best music, the most original Pokemon and the most hilarious rival EVER. Simply amazing.
  30. IgitionMaxed
    May 9, 2014
    10
    Pokemon Platinum corrected many issues present in the previous installments Diamond and Pearl, like fixing the shortage of Pokemon (the Pokemon the Gym Leaders and Elite Four used in Diamond and Pearl were horrendous), and the game also runs faster, as opposed to the yawn-inducing processing times of the previous installments. There are nice additions onto the story from Diamond and PearlPokemon Platinum corrected many issues present in the previous installments Diamond and Pearl, like fixing the shortage of Pokemon (the Pokemon the Gym Leaders and Elite Four used in Diamond and Pearl were horrendous), and the game also runs faster, as opposed to the yawn-inducing processing times of the previous installments. There are nice additions onto the story from Diamond and Pearl as well, like new character appearances, making the story tighter and further clarifying the purpose/significance of the Legendary Pokemon. Likewise, there are plethora of new Pokemon, including those with new, fresh, and exciting cross-generational evolutions in the region's Pokedex - much more appropriate than the Pokedex in Diamond and Pearl.

    Long story short, Platinum unlocked the fresh potential that Diamond and Pearl tossed out the window. An amazing game, especially if you have not played the previous versions.    … Expand
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#14 Best DS Game of 2009
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#2 Most Discussed DS Game of 2009
8
#8 Most Shared DS Game of 2009

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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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