Pokemon Trozei!

 DS
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 32
  3. Negative: 1 out of 32
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  1. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    73
    Pokemon Link may well fall short in several key areas – most notably with the lack of play options – but on the whole, it’s actually a fairly pleasing puzzler with all the right ingredients to keep you engaged for a decent period.
  2. N-Insanity
    72
    A Pokemon fan will definitely get a kick out of it, especially if they like the collect-a-thon side quest.
  3. GameSpot
    71
    A meager selection of gameplay modes keeps Trozei from being essential, but the core gameplay remains engaging, regardless.
  5. GamerFeed
    70
    A solid pick up for Pokemon fans, but I strongly suggest that you check out "Zoo Keeper," "Polarium," and "Meteos" before purchasing Trozei.
  6. GameSpy
    70
    It's definitely fun and easy to get into, but the game lacks any real technique that will keep you coming back to it after the initial thrill has worn off.
  7. Eurogamer
    70
    Though it does have a distressingly small number of modes, the core adventure mode can be as fun in quick bursts as "Zoo Keeper" or "Meteos," and the multiplayer features are fantastic, even if they'll sadly rarely be used.
  8. games(TM)
    70
    The game itself is fast, reasonably original and a great deal of fun. Trozei’s disadvantage is its complete lack of modes. [May 2006, p.126]
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  9. Computer and Video Games
    70
    Despite the weak selection of modes, Pokemon Link remains an enjoyable puzzler. The arbitrary veneer of the Pokemon license doesn't seem particularly misplaced and offers the ever enjoyable task of collecting all 380 of the little marketing wonders.
  10. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    67
    Unfortunately, flashy pixels and Wi-Fi features aren't much more than tinsel on Trozei's knockoff foundation. [Apr 2006, p.104]
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  11. 1UP
    65
    Trozei offers a decent array of multiplayer support to provide harmless, inoffensive fun. It's an acceptable diversion, provided you don't expect any sort of staying power with your puzzle games.
  12. Da Gameboyz
    64
    This will game will appeal to diehard puzzle fans but the Pokemon theme may scare people off.
  13. Gaming Nexus
    61
    With so man other quality DS puzzle games out, only the Pokemon faithful should pick this one up.
  14. Play Magazine
    60
    Pokemon Trozei is a game I really wanted to like. Unfortunately, the gameplay falls flat. [May 2006, p.61]
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  15. The Sydney Morning Herald
    60
    It's not exactly taxing on the brain, but it is strangely compelling.
  16. Nintendo Insider
    55
    The sad truth is, Pokémon Trozei isn’t a bad game persay... it’s just BORING.

Awards & Rankings

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#19 Best DS Game of 2006
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#35 Most Discussed DS Game of 2006
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#20 Most Shared DS Game of 2006

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 25
  3. Negative: 3 out of 25
  1. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 5, 2023
    5
    AKA Pokémon Link! Pretty bog standard gem-matching game but with Pokémon characters instead of jewels. Decent enough if you like this type ofAKA Pokémon Link! Pretty bog standard gem-matching game but with Pokémon characters instead of jewels. Decent enough if you like this type of thing but there are better examples out there.… Full Review »
  2. GamecubeLover
    Jul 28, 2016
    8
    Pokemon Trozei is an amazing spinoff and an amazing puzzle but the game does lack a lot and a bit annoying. But overall Pokemon Trozei is aPokemon Trozei is an amazing spinoff and an amazing puzzle but the game does lack a lot and a bit annoying. But overall Pokemon Trozei is a great game.… Full Review »
  3. masterfox3000
    Feb 11, 2016
    8
    Really decent puzzle game, not the most complex considering about every Bejeweled clone of today has similar gameplay but for the time of theReally decent puzzle game, not the most complex considering about every Bejeweled clone of today has similar gameplay but for the time of the DS it was a successful experiment, also weirdly has really good audio quality. Also what the **** is up with G4 review on this? It is one of the most biased and disgusting reviews I've ever seen, I'm so glad G4 died if all of their reviews were as immature as that one.… Full Review »
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