Pokemon SoulSilver Version

 DS
User Score
9.2

Universal acclaim- based on 1036 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 938 out of 1036
  2. Mixed: 47 out of 1036
  3. Negative: 51 out of 1036
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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. maintitle
    May 31, 2022
    0
    The greatest Pokemon game ever made, except for the fact that it took the all blue female lead option and replaced her with generic skin 130. So really the worst Pokemon game ever made.

Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best DS Game of 2010
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#2 Most Discussed DS Game of 2010
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#2 Most Shared DS Game of 2010

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 49 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  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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