Pokemon SoulSilver Version

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9.2

Universal acclaim- based on 1036 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 51 out of 1036
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  1. PP7Silenced
    Jan 21, 2011
    10
    There has already been a ton of great things said about this game so Ill make it short and sweet.

    This game is a remake of what many believe to be the best pokémon game of all time. The amount of features and game play found in the original was staggering for a Game boy Color game and Heart Gold and Soul Silver retain all that made it's 2000 counter-part great, as well as    There has already been a ton of great things said about this game so Ill make it short and sweet.

    This game is a remake of what many believe to be the best pokémon game of all time. The amount of features and game play found in the original was staggering for a Game boy Color game and Heart Gold and Soul Silver retain all that made it's 2000 counter-part great, as well as including all of features introduced since. Really, the most complete pokémon game to date, a great value for your money, and a great throw back to the golden age of the franchise. The best Pokémon game ever and a Reason to pick up a Nintendo DS.    … Expand
  2. okamimiyazaki
    Mar 12, 2013
    10
    Even over 10 years later and as a graduate student this game is still addicting. Video games aren't what they used to be and it has been many years since I've been truly addicted to and/or immersed in a video game (the only other one has been Skyrim). When I picked this game up I didn't get bored of it until over 100 hours in (who would think that a DS game or a Pokemon game could hold myEven over 10 years later and as a graduate student this game is still addicting. Video games aren't what they used to be and it has been many years since I've been truly addicted to and/or immersed in a video game (the only other one has been Skyrim). When I picked this game up I didn't get bored of it until over 100 hours in (who would think that a DS game or a Pokemon game could hold my attention that long?) It's not just a remake of a fantastic game, but a whole new experience with many new Pokemon to catch and an abundance of side content and additional features a must buy if you have ever liked Pokemon video games.… Expand
  3. raghav123
    Aug 19, 2011
    10
    a gr8 game!!!!! showcases the ability of the developers to remake classic pokemon games even 10 years after their original releases.. excellent value for your money.
  4. MattMintage
    Jul 26, 2011
    10
    Probably the best game anyone could ever buy for the Nintendo DS, from it's graphic to game-play. It's basically two games in one, doubling the experience into two-half's of addicting fun! Not even Black & White an match up to Soulsilver, the classic remake of a classic Gameboy game.
  5. TheCriticXO
    Jul 29, 2011
    10
    This game was a very fancy while successful remake out of the Pokemon franchise. The improving technologies throughout the years between the original and remake absolutely reveal itself throughout the game. Some Pokemon destinations do not even look recognizable without their names! Overall, this was probably the best remake out of the Pokemon franchise, while this is also the symbol forThis game was a very fancy while successful remake out of the Pokemon franchise. The improving technologies throughout the years between the original and remake absolutely reveal itself throughout the game. Some Pokemon destinations do not even look recognizable without their names! Overall, this was probably the best remake out of the Pokemon franchise, while this is also the symbol for the improving technology before and after.… Expand
  6. Zilcell
    Apr 2, 2012
    10
    You simply can't ask for more out of a video game remake. An amazing battle system and a load of memories will excite Pokemon fans all over the globe.
  7. Churigogobashu
    Jan 20, 2012
    10
    I love the indoors of each gyms they are fantastic. The pokemons which we loved in the 2000s are back. with exploding graphics. Pokemon soulsilver is much better than heartgold. Since you can catch Lugia which is stronger than Ho-Oh.
  8. Jeimz
    Jan 21, 2012
    10
    Playing this game was pure nostalgia for me. I haven't played a Pokemon game in a while because I'm tired of playing the same game over and over again, but when I heard they were releasing a remake of one of my fondest games as a child I went out and bought it. I'm pleased to report that it didn't disappoint either. I highly recommend this game, especially to those who grew up playing it.
  9. alexwald16
    Oct 9, 2012
    10
    Opening a wide row of doors, Pokémon HeartGold Version and Pokémon SoulSilver are the culmination of generations past. In these two games, history is repeating itself, as you are transported back to Johto, and reminded of the terrible havoc unleashed ten years ago
  10. WhiteTalpa
    Jan 19, 2013
    10
    A perfect game! This is by far one the best Pokemon games ive played. I got up to 44 hours of total playtime and for the price i payed (30 pounds i think) it was worth every penny.
  11. Quesobeat
    Jan 11, 2013
    10
    Excellent remake with new additions that make it worth buying. This game is perfect for old fans of the series. It certainly made me nostalgic, especially considering the original (Pokemon Silver) was my favorite in the franchise.
  12. mynameisnathan
    Mar 6, 2013
    10
    Being a longtime pokemon fan i was so happy to hear about a remake of silver version. This game has everything silver version has and more! It fixed every problem in the original such as slowly walking everywhere etc. I think this one is my favorite! Graphics have improved alot through handheld pokemon games in the past and love that tiny touch of 3D. Amazing game! 10 out of 10!
  13. GreystrikeX3
    Aug 3, 2013
    10
    by far the best ds game I have ever played. there are 4 evenly spread generations of pokemon, LOADS upon loads of content, and to top it off TWO REGIONS! this game is virtually flawless and certainly worth the money to play it if your a pokemon fan. 10/10
  14. joe200
    Jan 4, 2014
    10
    A true classic this game is the 2nd best of the series with it being close to topping FRLG. The soundtrack is brilliant and catchy and the battles are challenging.
  15. Kazek7
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    A welcome remake of generation 2. Bit of a late review 3 years later, But still I consider this the best Pokemon game to date. I've put 113 hours into this game, and I have no major annoyances to report. It follows the same plot as the original, and there isn't much else to say. But not picking this up would be a serious mistake for Pokemon fans.
  16. IgitionMaxed
    May 22, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A lot of effort went into adding nice little gimmicks here and there - it adds up nicely to compliment the experience. The graphics are decent and puts the Johto region into a better, more interesting perspective. When certain areas are entered, there is some interesting art that illustrates the environment and adds character. The music, like the music in the original game, is excellent and memorable. You can even listen to the tracks from the originals themselves! The story length is, well... you get to collect 16 Gym Badges as opposed to the traditional 8, so in that way the storyline is already unique. The only thing that's not exactly satisfactory is the leveling... it's pretty much like the original where everything is a under-leveled. At first, I didn't like it, but then I realized it doesn't really matter, since everyone is low-leveled. Since, however, Red's Pokemon are such a higher level, increasing the level of everything more wouldn't have hurt. Nonetheless, this game is a masterpiece - an impressive remake and possibly the best Pokemon game.… Expand
  17. Russian_BAMF
    Aug 19, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have played Pokemon since the beginning and this is by far the best game of the franchise. The pokewalker was a very fun feature and it was great way to interact with friends threw and the post game and pokeatholon were probably some of the funnest parts of the game. The amount of legendarys was huge and it was fun to try and catch them all especially riaku and enti. The only down side i could think of is the amount of grinding u had to do on your pokemon to defeat red and get the kanto and hoenn starters, but this doesn't even matter much and i like how the integrated a game for you to play when transferring your pokemon to black and white. The game was really fun and easy… Expand
  18. DreamcastUser
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    This is how remakes are supposed to be done! Brings back walk with pokemon mechanic and the pokewalker is an awesome peripheral. Easily my favorite Pokemon of all time!
  19. Squidy
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    This game has some of the most content of any Pokemon game. If you are bored, there are some minigames that you could pass the time with, but you won't be spending a lot of the game on that. You start out in the Johto region. You get a Pokemon and the professor tells you that you should keep your first pokemon outside of the pokeballs. You spend all of the game with the first member ofThis game has some of the most content of any Pokemon game. If you are bored, there are some minigames that you could pass the time with, but you won't be spending a lot of the game on that. You start out in the Johto region. You get a Pokemon and the professor tells you that you should keep your first pokemon outside of the pokeballs. You spend all of the game with the first member of your party walking with you. This is a really neat feature because you can actually bond with you pokemon. There are also two regions, which is completely awesome. The music is awesome, and fans of the old game will appreciate the new songs. This is the best Pokemon game in my opinion. If you don't have this game, go out and buy it right away!… Expand
  20. LuigiCuau
    Oct 25, 2018
    10
    Es un juegazo, así es como se deben hacer los remakes, tiene todo lo que queremos en un juego de PKM, es un juegazo, el poketlon es el mejor mini juego que a salido en los juegos de pokemon, no como esas basuras de baile o de peliculas de pokemon blanco, este juego dura mucho, de las mejores elite four, volver a pelear con lideres de gymnasio, es compatible con Pokemon Battle Revolution,Es un juegazo, así es como se deben hacer los remakes, tiene todo lo que queremos en un juego de PKM, es un juegazo, el poketlon es el mejor mini juego que a salido en los juegos de pokemon, no como esas basuras de baile o de peliculas de pokemon blanco, este juego dura mucho, de las mejores elite four, volver a pelear con lideres de gymnasio, es compatible con Pokemon Battle Revolution, la zona safari es genial, es todo un reto este juego… Expand
  21. louishaishi
    Feb 4, 2016
    10
    Im sorry that i cant give you an 11. this game is so damn good. relive my childhood, but enhanced in every aspect. so much hidden goodies. the item which you can switch the soundtracks to 8-bit is damn perfect. every else has said it. the best remake. thats how u do it ppl
  22. TheDiabolic
    May 7, 2016
    10
    This game has the most content of any Pokemon game. This game is extremely fun, and is in my opinion the best Pokemon game ever created of all main series games. I have played all main series games.
  23. Blaxpupas
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    Ill think no, i feel and it is the best game ever for DS. Typloshion and Lugia return assomly, if metascore its just a 87, ignore it because ive played it over 100h.
  24. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    Quality remaster of a classic game. The gold/silver games are some of the best in the entire series and remastered versions are always welcome. A must play game if you own a DS or 3DS.
  25. AidanNintendo
    Sep 7, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This (along with pokémon heartgold) is the best pokémon game to release so far. Pokémon gold and silver were amazing, though suffered with some graphical issues with the sprites. Now, there are much more detailed sprites. There is no point in me talking about old features, so I'll talk about new ones.

    The pokéwalker was a genius idea. It got kids to want to go outside so they can get some pokemon in a new refreshing way. The idea to have GBA sounds and modern sounds was also an amazing idea. Then there was using the GBA slot to be able to unlock new pokémon. It was a good business decision, and it made obtained pokémon feel more special.

    Gym leader rematches was a great idea for those who beat the game, as it meant you could fight a gym leader you liked once again after not battling them for so long.

    I have no more to say, thanks for reading.    … Expand
  26. clarkwonderbot
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo de Pokémon criado junto com HeartGOld 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 HeartGOld 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
  27. Cezkarma
    Sep 10, 2016
    10
    Where do I start with this game... It's absolutely perfect. Easily the best game in the series, it offers everything that made the originals great but adds so much more. It easily has the best lower screen UI in any pokemon game and everything just fits so perfectly.
    There is a definite reason why I have over 1000 hours in one profile alone.
    Not only the best pokemon game I've ever    Where do I start with this game... It's absolutely perfect. Easily the best game in the series, it offers everything that made the originals great but adds so much more. It easily has the best lower screen UI in any pokemon game and everything just fits so perfectly.
    There is a definite reason why I have over 1000 hours in one profile alone.
    Not only the best pokemon game I've ever played but also the best game I've ever played, full stop.    … Expand
  28. Federx
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    to this day the best and most feature complete games in the entire franchise.
  29. Focaccia
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    This game is simply excellent. This remake portrays the greatness of the original 2nd gen games for the gameboy colour. there are 2 regions to explore, Johto and Kanto, those are arguably the best pokemon regions, as they feature the best and coolest pokemon. This game never gets boring even after 50 hours, as there are tons of legendary pokemon to catch after you beat the game.
  30. dibdom
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Graphics -10
    Music - 8
    Story - 8
    Gameplay - 10
    Content - 10
    Personal Fun - 10

    A Remake of the first video game i ever played. It was very well done.
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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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