Pokemon Ranger: Shadows of Almia

 DS
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
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  1. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    84
    A handful of niggles, but not enough to stop this from being more accessible and enjoyable than its predecessor.
  2. Gameplanet
    80
    While majorly different from ‘traditional’ Pokémon fare, Shadows of Almia provides a satisfying RPG-lite adventure for players of all ages. Varied puzzles and a wide range of Diamond/Pearl era creatures to chase give the game widespread appeal and charm.
  3. Nintendo Power
    80
    When you cast back the shadows, this Ranger emerges as solid, engaging fun for Pokemon fans of all ages. [Holiday 2008, p.86]
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  5. N-Europe
    80
    A simple game which doesn’t require much brain power, a no-nonsense fun game.
  6. n-Revolution Magazine UK
    80
    Ranger fans will like it, as it’s essentially more of the same. We love the tweaked touch-screen features.
  7. RPGamer
    80
    Ultimately, Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia is a great follow-up to an already original blueprint.
  8. Da Gameboyz
    75
    While the Pokemon series of games and anime is not my preferred style, there are some cool aspects of Pokemon Ranger: Shadows of Almia that I enjoyed.
  9. GameSpot
    75
    Pokemon Ranger: Shadows of Almia improves upon its predecessor just enough to make it a fun, solid addition to the spin-off series.

Awards & Rankings

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#71 Best DS Game of 2008
14
#14 Most Discussed DS Game of 2008
45
#45 Most Shared DS Game of 2008

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 79 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 79
  3. Negative: 4 out of 79
  1. Churigogobashu
    Jan 20, 2012
    10
    I love the game with all the looping and greater graphics and more pokemon. Love the character mostly Rythmi who always bugs my rival. I likeI love the game with all the looping and greater graphics and more pokemon. Love the character mostly Rythmi who always bugs my rival. I like this game.… Full Review »
  2. Steeldude
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    The best Ranger game for one simple reason: you can choose your partner Pokémon. Also, it's not as impossible to complete as the previous one.The best Ranger game for one simple reason: you can choose your partner Pokémon. Also, it's not as impossible to complete as the previous one. The bosses are enjoyable and the game is quite long. Gameplay may be simplistic, but it's nevertheless satisfying.… Full Review »
  3. Klaww25
    Mar 10, 2021
    8
    Finally a Pokemon game that respects you like an intelligent person. Technically I dislike Pokemon bw because it was handholdy and the fanbaseFinally a Pokemon game that respects you like an intelligent person. Technically I dislike Pokemon bw because it was handholdy and the fanbase won't shut the hell up on the story. I thought Bw where as boring as an Uncharted game. Shadows of Almia has great music, an awesome villain team named Dim Sum who use Gigaremos to control Pokemon and use them for evil. A twist that Kincaid a teacher is a member of Dim Sum. This game IMO is more rewarding than modern level 5 games, and Square Enix games since those companies took the path of helping the player in their most recent RPGs. This game also has better ost than Pokemon Sm.… Full Review »
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