New Pokemon Snap

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6.9

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  1. PsAdicted
    May 4, 2021
    9
    The return of a one of my favorite games of N64. This game is beautiful and very fun for to play with my sons. I very recommend this game if you are a Pokemon lover.
  2. DjNinjaRj
    May 4, 2021
    10
    One of the most relaxed pokemon games, my favorite part about this game is the interactions you have with the pokemon. For Example: Throwing an apple at a pokemon making it wake up (and sometimes make them angry). Overall 9/10, but I am going to give it a 10/10 to balance out the bots.
  3. cking393
    May 4, 2021
    10
    Great game! It's really fun when you take great pics and upload em. You'd be surprised how many sweet medals you get! Adding effects to make you're pics look nice takes time, and after you see the results you begin to feel like a true artist!
  4. eltabaco
    May 4, 2021
    0
    simplemente antes era un juego que iba con el pokemon stadium de gratis y ahora siendo un juego con no mucho más contenido de ese allá por los 2000´s te lo venden a 50€ lo normal es que la gente pues se cabree de un juego con tan poco que hacer y tan caro en el hecho de repetitivo me diras bueno los rogelike son repetitivos ... si y no cada partida es diferente, desbloqueas nuevas cosas ysimplemente antes era un juego que iba con el pokemon stadium de gratis y ahora siendo un juego con no mucho más contenido de ese allá por los 2000´s te lo venden a 50€ lo normal es que la gente pues se cabree de un juego con tan poco que hacer y tan caro en el hecho de repetitivo me diras bueno los rogelike son repetitivos ... si y no cada partida es diferente, desbloqueas nuevas cosas y lo más importante no parece una atracción de feria movida en railes por un mapa tan corto con solo 3/4 mecanicas.
    relajante quizás para un día de estres pero como juego sinceramente es una basura a ese precio y con ese contenido, no todo es defendible por mucho que te guste una saga.    … Expand
  5. eskibon
    May 4, 2021
    9
    Please, stop rating a game you haven't played. The game is not 6 hours long. You can unlock all the tracks in 6 hours, but not all routes or all Pokémons, or even complete all the requests. The game have 12 tracks, all of them has 2 or 3 levels and between 1 and 3 alternate paths. You can put each Pokémon in a lot of different situations and the game has 100+ requests, each one is aPlease, stop rating a game you haven't played. The game is not 6 hours long. You can unlock all the tracks in 6 hours, but not all routes or all Pokémons, or even complete all the requests. The game have 12 tracks, all of them has 2 or 3 levels and between 1 and 3 alternate paths. You can put each Pokémon in a lot of different situations and the game has 100+ requests, each one is a different puzzle. It has a lot of content to be honest, I'm kinda surprised, I have 20 hours by now and have a lot of things to do. There are a lot of easter eggs. The only let downs for me are music, that is kinda bland, and the fact you can't register a photo per rating (1/2/3/4 stars) of each Pokémon everytime you finish a course, slowing down the progress a lot. It's a solid game, probably not worth U$60,00, but U$40,00 would be a honest price. It's obvious it's a niched game and I wouldn't recommend to anyone. You will like the game if you like the idea of photographing Pokémon (forget your nostalgia, or you will be disappointed) and like the Pokémon lore, since it is accurate with it.… Expand
  6. Hardteck
    May 3, 2021
    8
    No me llamaba mucho la atencion pero le e dado una oportunidad y me a gustado mucho , me parece muy bonito de graficos y diseño .
  7. LuigiCuau
    May 3, 2021
    8
    Un gran juego que puedo decir que valió la pena la gran espera, si no le doy 10 es por que si hacen falta por lo menos tres mapas más, ya no es era del 64 donde solo había 6 mapas, parte no hay formas interesantes para evolucionar a algunos PKM como si paso en su versión de 64, fuera de eso es un gran juego para disfrutar, lo que me preocupa son futuros DLC a $800 pesos como paso con PKM Sword
  8. hajaseicalma
    May 3, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked the game, the only problem is that I couldn't take Milotic's photo to pass the level, I don't know if it's my skill or a bug. The mechanics of the photo are very easy, but the mechanics of choosing the path is complicated because you must aim and press the A button for a few seconds, risking your character going the other way.… Expand
  9. DistantKingDumb
    May 3, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Many times I have criticized previous Pokémon games for the same problem, so my criteria will be consistent with this one.
    That there are only 200 pokémon and little else, considering that there are currently 1000, is a lack of respect for TPCI when it comes to spin-offs.

    I don't ask for all the existing pokémon to be there, but at least half would have been something more appropriate, as well as more open areas to explore and have some control where we want to go to take photos.
    New Pokémon Snap feels like a short game whose potential was left halfway, in pursuit of making more money with the brand.    … Expand
  10. Zimbawe1
    May 3, 2021
    10
    The game is great, waaaaay better than expected being someone who played the first and knowing exactly what was advertised, it has a lot of replay value and if you play every map to its full extent before going to the next it can give you lots of hours o relaxing fun (I’m going back and forth between this and sekiro...), I’m sorry for the sad petty little lives of the people bombing it, itThe game is great, waaaaay better than expected being someone who played the first and knowing exactly what was advertised, it has a lot of replay value and if you play every map to its full extent before going to the next it can give you lots of hours o relaxing fun (I’m going back and forth between this and sekiro...), I’m sorry for the sad petty little lives of the people bombing it, it is either because they can’t read or just because they need attention and need to trash someone else’s great work to feel good with themselves :)… Expand
  11. Tonyriva
    May 3, 2021
    9
    It's what you would spect, an evolution from the N64 game, awesome graphics and pretty shots
  12. Rhswe
    May 3, 2021
    10
    To be honest, it probably dont deserve a 10. But its a solid game, with alot of fan service to the fans of the old N64 game - myself included. Im quite sure that younger players will enjoy this, but if you expect a full pokemon game - look elsewhere. But i love the atmosphere, the sound effects and the mellow game play - even though i think the graphics feels abit dated, the game looksTo be honest, it probably dont deserve a 10. But its a solid game, with alot of fan service to the fans of the old N64 game - myself included. Im quite sure that younger players will enjoy this, but if you expect a full pokemon game - look elsewhere. But i love the atmosphere, the sound effects and the mellow game play - even though i think the graphics feels abit dated, the game looks good. Not as polished as Sword/Shield, but good.
    Rating this 0/10 because you dont like the idea of taking photos of pokemon is just stupid, so here you go - 10/10. Even touch its more like an 8/10 to be honest.    … Expand
  13. jmontagu21
    May 3, 2021
    8
    If you have good nostalgic memories of playing the original Pokemon Snap, you will enjoy this game.
  14. LordBy28
    May 3, 2021
    10
    An Unique experience that can't be found anywhere else. A lot of fun discovering pokemon in their native habitats. Suprised by the amount of content in the game between all of the levels, over 200 Pokemon with at least 4 distinctive behavioral attributes, on top of interesting scenarios. The game could use a little more personality and the tutorial overstay it'd welcome but you can skip itAn Unique experience that can't be found anywhere else. A lot of fun discovering pokemon in their native habitats. Suprised by the amount of content in the game between all of the levels, over 200 Pokemon with at least 4 distinctive behavioral attributes, on top of interesting scenarios. The game could use a little more personality and the tutorial overstay it'd welcome but you can skip it by pressing +. I enjoyed the pokemon selection overall and seeing them in native habitats. A decent amount of photo editing options are available as well before you post them online. It's kind o. It is fun and relaxing seeing other players pictures.… Expand
  15. YotomoKawama
    May 3, 2021
    10
    Ufff chulada de juego ya esperábamos un remake o algo nuevo desde la N64 y la verdad que no decepcióna
  16. Ravagon20
    May 3, 2021
    3
    Copy paste copy paste lo mismo de lo mismo..nada nuevo en jugabilidad,Cpiando descaradamente otros juegos de años atras. Cero historia,mismas graficas de un telefono móvil. Si bien es para niños...por lo menos mas calidad!
  17. Sergiox
    May 3, 2021
    7
    Divertido a la altura de cualquier exclusivo de Nintendo, buena jugabilidad.
  18. Paceeed
    May 3, 2021
    9
    I don't know why people are review-bombing it but here's my honest review after 15+ hours of playtime.

    It's amazing. There are a lot of courses with different environments and Pokémon. Like in the original game, you have to use certain tools that you get by advancing in the game, to have the Pokémon strike certain poses or interact with each other. Every level has its own leveling    I don't know why people are review-bombing it but here's my honest review after 15+ hours of playtime.

    It's amazing. There are a lot of courses with different environments and Pokémon. Like in the original game, you have to use certain tools that you get by advancing in the game, to have the Pokémon strike certain poses or interact with each other. Every level has its own leveling mechanic, which changes the Pokémon and behavior of the Pokémon in it, as you make progress. Some levels also come with a nighttime version of the course or different paths you can chosse to take. While ~200 different Pokémon may feel like a small number in comparison with ~900 Pokémom overall, it's more than enough. Because some of them only appear after you solve a puzzle or progress in the game. And even if you have a full Photodex, there's still many different interactions to photograph to get all four stars of a Pokémon in the dex. To give you an idea how long it takes to finish the dex (not 100% it, just get one picture of every Mon): It took me those 15+ hours playtime and I'm on place 100 in the ranking. That means I was one of the faster people to finish the Photodex, despite the time I took to sleep/cook/work.

    Anyone that claims the game only has 6 hours of playtime has not even come close to finishing it. Now I could mention a lot of the other mechanics like the well-thought-out "bossfights" or the picture-editor but that would blast the lenght of this review even further. The only negative aspect, which I think is worth mentioning, is that there aren't any evolutions you can trigger, like in the first game. However, that's the only thing I'd really complain about. TL;DR: Amazing game, lots of content, easily more than 15 hours of playtime. Great successor and 9/10.

    PS: To everyone mentioning "This game is bad, you can only take pictures.": Try reading a review, instead of writing one before you buy the game.    … Expand
  19. PotatoPen
    May 3, 2021
    1
    I gave it 1 because I'm a fan of Pokémon, this series should leave the laziness of Nintendo, and gets some Sony high quality love or Microsoft's bigger budget, Nintendo proved again and again that wii was their maximum limit & capability..they cannot do more than that, and I believe that Nintendo still exists because the loyal fans.
  20. zachwbc
    May 3, 2021
    8
    After two decades of waiting, New Pokemon Snap has proven to be a worthy predecessor to the N64 original. The artstyle and animations are all very well realized. The music is really good. Sometimes the loading screens seem to be a bit janky, and I wish you could keep more pictures. Good game.
  21. Linkray
    May 3, 2021
    10
    I like a lot how it looks! It reminds me the yeara when i played the pokemon snap in my n64, i wish to play this version someday
  22. Masterchaos
    May 3, 2021
    9
    I will stay simple with this one. New Pokemon Snap is a game made for the fans of the old game and Pokemon. It doesn't try to revolutionize and doesn't try to appeal to a completely new audience.
    Like the tittle says: It's a "new" Pokemon Snap. Nothing more nothing less.
    The gameplay more or less is the same as it was before. If you didn't like the old game you also will not like this    I will stay simple with this one. New Pokemon Snap is a game made for the fans of the old game and Pokemon. It doesn't try to revolutionize and doesn't try to appeal to a completely new audience.
    Like the tittle says: It's a "new" Pokemon Snap. Nothing more nothing less.

    The gameplay more or less is the same as it was before. If you didn't like the old game you also will not like this one. It's a slow and relaxing game. There is no real challenge besides finding (or creating) the perfect opportunity for good pictures.

    However, the game has a much larger scale than the predecessor. There are more Pokemon to find. Each Pokemon can show different behavior patterns divided into 4 categories. And to complete them you need to shot photos for each category. Every stage can level up. Allowing you to find new Pokemon and other behavior patterns. And there is a mission system that asks you to make "special picture". Some of this pictures can be hard to find. As they only give you hints on what to expect. They also improved the visuals a lot. It's looks quite beautiful.

    Overall it's a great game. Not a masterpiece. But it's a perfect sequel to the old game.    … Expand
  23. Qgamer
    May 3, 2021
    10
    I absolutely LOVE New Pokémon Snap! Though I've always been a huge fan of the original (and I was waiting for a sequel for a long time), I never expected it to be this good. My first concern was always going to be the amount of content, but I can tell you: there's a lot of Pokémon and stages to explore! So many in fact, that I think you'll be busy for dozens of hours to see them all.I absolutely LOVE New Pokémon Snap! Though I've always been a huge fan of the original (and I was waiting for a sequel for a long time), I never expected it to be this good. My first concern was always going to be the amount of content, but I can tell you: there's a lot of Pokémon and stages to explore! So many in fact, that I think you'll be busy for dozens of hours to see them all.

    Now, as simple as the story and the concept of this game is (you just go through environments to take photo's of Pokémon to get them graded) there's actually a whole lot of complexity in triggering all the behaviors. Never before were Pokémon presented to us with so much detail, and the amount of things they can do is very impressive. And just when you think you've seen everything a Pokémon can do, they do something new and exciting again. The sense of discovery in this game is huge.

    To fill your 'photodex' you'll need to snap each Pokémon in four different poses/moods. These behaviors are ranked from 1-4 stars, and it's a different puzzle to get to each individual star rank of that Pokémon. You can see it as an NPC with four different quests/puzzles to complete. The in game request board also gives you tips on how to unlock the most difficult ones. With over 200 Pokémon, there's hours upon hours of hunting and puzzle solving to do. You won't be starved for content at all.

    Each of the beautifully designed levels is also upgradable. By doing the courses, you earn XP that changes the course. New Pokémon will appear, but you'll also unlock branching paths and 'illumina orbs' for that island/area. The latter can be used to make Pokémon glow, which helps you create beautiful night-time photographs. With more than 20 courses and three skills levels per course to complete, you'll have a lot of ground to cover.

    Look, this game is really not for the min/maxing battle-savvy type player that needs constant action in their games, so judging it by those standards is incredibly unfair. This game is for those of us who enjoy chill and laidback experiences like Animal Crossing and Pikmin. If you are a long time Pokémon fan like I am, and love taking pictures of your favorite monsters in beautiful environments (or just someone who loves a good puzzle) this game is for you. Buy this and you won't regret it.    … Expand
  24. qoq
    May 3, 2021
    8
    I have mixed feeling towards this game. The game is a litte bit repetetive beacuse you need to play one level two times before ot goes to level 2. But the game is one of the most beutiful on the switch. I was just in ahh the first time trough every level. The night mode in some level is very good but it doesen't exist to all the levels
  25. LanceGardner
    May 3, 2021
    9
    Gameplay: 8.5/10 - An incredible feeling of discovery as you make your way through the game, this game made me feel like a child again. I haven't enjoyed exploring a world so much since BOTW. Not a 10, because it can be repetitive after the first fifteen hours or so and there are some QoL improvements missing.
    Graphics: 10/10 - Relative to other titles of a similar nature on the market in    Gameplay: 8.5/10 - An incredible feeling of discovery as you make your way through the game, this game made me feel like a child again. I haven't enjoyed exploring a world so much since BOTW. Not a 10, because it can be repetitive after the first fifteen hours or so and there are some QoL improvements missing.
    Graphics: 10/10 - Relative to other titles of a similar nature on the market in 2021, I found this game's graphics absolutely enchanting.
    Sound: 5/10 - Nothing special. Competent and occasional good tracks, but generally underwhelming.
    Story: 6.5/10 - It does what it needs to do competently, and there are some nice conceptual touches, but none the less nobody is playing this game for the story.
    Summary: 9/10 - Perfect for kids, fans of the original or pokemon and (amateur) photography enthusiasts. There's also a surprising amount of content compared to the original (not every game needs to be a bloated 80 hour marathon), and not a minute felt wasted.    … Expand
  26. HerrDaro
    May 3, 2021
    9
    The game itself is all that I expected and more. Before the launch, I was afraid, it could be as short as the original title, now im 20hrs in and far from finshed. The game looks absolutly gorgeous and the controls are pretty intuitive. The feature to retake your favourite shots and improve them (mainly their centering) makes for beautiful pictures you want to print out and hang them allThe game itself is all that I expected and more. Before the launch, I was afraid, it could be as short as the original title, now im 20hrs in and far from finshed. The game looks absolutly gorgeous and the controls are pretty intuitive. The feature to retake your favourite shots and improve them (mainly their centering) makes for beautiful pictures you want to print out and hang them all over your livingroom.
    The world is immersive and it realy feels like youre spectating a living and breathing world full of your favourite creatures.
    The only downside for me, is, that it only features little over 200 Pokemon, and a lot of Evolution-lines are broken (why is there only the first and third stage for some pokemon?) which leaves a lot of room for DLCs/future releases I'd happily buy    … Expand
  27. JhonnyT086
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Nueva experiencia, nueva manera de jugar es muy creativo y muy interactivo, es nostalgia 100% recordando al primer juego de n64 ahora nuevamente te embarcas en una nueva aventura con mas variedad de poquemon y una mejor interactividad con tu entorno.... me encanto
  28. kdewey
    May 2, 2021
    9
    I didn’t play the original Pokémon snap, but I had a lot of fun with this one. The game looks great and is a really fun puzzle game
  29. StormTruePurr
    May 2, 2021
    9
    A faithful, yet modernized sequel to an amazing game. Impressive graphics with vibrant pokemon in a world full of life. Perhaps the best motion controls I've ever experienced in a video game. Charming and clever pokemon interactions that change and evolve as you progress. An enjoyable, relaxing ride that has a little something for everyone.
  30. Pjw1020
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This is everything a pokemon snap sequel should be. The world is beautiful and immersive!
  31. Genomagna
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Buen juego, es un juego de contemplación muy tranquilo, no es para todos pero se reconoce su calidad
  32. coryswearingin
    May 2, 2021
    10
    By far the best looking pokemon game ever. Such nice graphics and it's so nice seeing the pokemon interact with their environment and other pokemon.
  33. MochiBlush
    May 2, 2021
    8
    No evaluation feature is really sad because that was an amazing part of the original. Relatively short but with high replay value.
  34. Knuxie
    May 2, 2021
    9
    It's twice the length of the original, and cheaper at launch. (Adjusted for inflation, the original Pokemon Snap was $79.49) Has all the charm you would expect from a Pokemon Snap, seeing pokemon in their 3 dimensional habitat, and seeing how different species interact with eachother. Now this is how you make a sequel, after an over 20 year hiatus.

    The only reason I cant give a perfect    It's twice the length of the original, and cheaper at launch. (Adjusted for inflation, the original Pokemon Snap was $79.49) Has all the charm you would expect from a Pokemon Snap, seeing pokemon in their 3 dimensional habitat, and seeing how different species interact with eachother. Now this is how you make a sequel, after an over 20 year hiatus.

    The only reason I cant give a perfect score, is the tutorial. It's way too long in New Pokemon Snap. Text box upon text box, when literally all you do is point and press the A button. The game also goes out of it's way to explain to you how photos are scored, when categories like "size" and "centering" and pretty self explanatory.    … Expand
  35. Omegazx
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Bandai Namco really pulled through with this spin off. The graphics are gorgeous, the gameplay is super fun, the music is great and the Pokemon have new cries that more fit them. If you bought the old Pokemon Snap, this one is definitely recommended.
  36. jordan-simister
    May 2, 2021
    5
    So amazing to have a game where you can experience pokemon in their natural habitat, I gasp everytime I see a new pokemon! The game is overall pretty user friendly and can keep me hooked for hours (or the last 3 days... :') )
  37. Attic_Gnome
    May 2, 2021
    8
    A wonderful successor to an N64 classic. $60 price tag may be a bit steep for this one but I'm having a blast with it.
  38. GenuineOpinion
    May 2, 2021
    4
    This is a fair, thorough review. The original game was better, here's why:

    1) The developers seem to not understand the point of the game. The game is not the act of taking photos of pokemon. The *game* is more like a puzzle, you're supposed to figure out how to create situations with the pokemon using the tools you've been given. Can't figure out how to move onto the next level? Figure    This is a fair, thorough review. The original game was better, here's why:

    1) The developers seem to not understand the point of the game. The game is not the act of taking photos of pokemon. The *game* is more like a puzzle, you're supposed to figure out how to create situations with the pokemon using the tools you've been given. Can't figure out how to move onto the next level? Figure it out. New Pokemon snap has removed the puzzle solving element of the game almost entirely. Levels are unlocked, not through unique and cool discoveries, but through a mundane leveling system that literally locks certain pokemon from a level until you grind through it a few times....

    not worth writing more.    … Expand
  39. Neddy42
    May 2, 2021
    8
    If you played and enjoyed the original N64 game, you will likely enjoy this game and find it well worth the price of admission. Or if you just want a fun simple game to relax with. Do not go into his game expecting battles or a normal Pokemon experience. No, not all the Pokemon are in the game either. If that is a deal-breaker then pass on the game and don't just review bomb. Ultimately, IIf you played and enjoyed the original N64 game, you will likely enjoy this game and find it well worth the price of admission. Or if you just want a fun simple game to relax with. Do not go into his game expecting battles or a normal Pokemon experience. No, not all the Pokemon are in the game either. If that is a deal-breaker then pass on the game and don't just review bomb. Ultimately, I am loving this game. It is helping me relax during the fairly crazy times we live in and I am having fun. To me that is the most important thing in a video game: fun. No, it is not a deep and epic story. No, it is not a genre defining game that changes all Pokemon/photography games to come. It's taking photos of Pokemon. And I am loving what I have played. Far from perfect, but a great sequel and one I recommend!… Expand
  40. spiderqueen
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This is a beautiful update and a faithful sequel to its N64 predecessor. I've been waiting 22 years for this game and I'm not disappointed. There's a ton of content and replay value with the star scoring system, I'm looking forward to chasing those perfect shots and filling out my photodex. The environments and Pokemon animations look incredible and it's a treat to see them behaving in theThis is a beautiful update and a faithful sequel to its N64 predecessor. I've been waiting 22 years for this game and I'm not disappointed. There's a ton of content and replay value with the star scoring system, I'm looking forward to chasing those perfect shots and filling out my photodex. The environments and Pokemon animations look incredible and it's a treat to see them behaving in the wild in ways we just can't have in the mainline games.… Expand
  41. HankLord
    May 2, 2021
    5
    Don’t expect much and you’ll be happier maybe. Price tag too high for what you get, at least for me. A lazy reboot of the original with less charm, but looks great. An extremely casual experience. If you’re the kind of person that plays games for nostalgia and a chill experience, you’ll like this. If you want more than that, take a hard pass. To be clear, I know it’s the norm to haveDon’t expect much and you’ll be happier maybe. Price tag too high for what you get, at least for me. A lazy reboot of the original with less charm, but looks great. An extremely casual experience. If you’re the kind of person that plays games for nostalgia and a chill experience, you’ll like this. If you want more than that, take a hard pass. To be clear, I know it’s the norm to have Pokémon games rehashed with barely any changes, some people like that. Just not for everyone. An average game that doesn’t deserve a 0 but surely does not deserve a 10.… Expand
  42. KTVX94
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This is the most finely crafted Pokemon game in decades. It has left me in awe, gasping, yelling and mouth wide open for nearly 20 hours and counting. It nails everything from the many pokemon featured: from their real-life counterparts' behavior, to their pokedex entries and every piece of their lores. There's a huge amount of references and nods, big and small. It's like taking part in aThis is the most finely crafted Pokemon game in decades. It has left me in awe, gasping, yelling and mouth wide open for nearly 20 hours and counting. It nails everything from the many pokemon featured: from their real-life counterparts' behavior, to their pokedex entries and every piece of their lores. There's a huge amount of references and nods, big and small. It's like taking part in a National Geographic documentary, looking at every corner, and just a fantastic artistic masterpiece. It's the ultimate realization of our lifelong dreams, and it feels like being a fan for over two decades was just the preparation needed to appreciate every detail.… Expand
  43. aquaventusterra
    May 2, 2021
    9
    It's exactly what I wanted in a Pokémon Snap game. Beautiful graphics, courses that change with time. Tons of Pokémon with detailed animations. Controls extremely well. I am quite pleased!
  44. Daetur
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This is perfectly and EXACLY what I expected from a new Pokemon SNAP game- no battles, beautiful courses, a focus on practicing, repeating, and perfecting your shots, tons of personality and interactions between Pokemon to enjoy and observe, a minimal story so you can spend more time out in the world, and tons of replayability, with new paths and pokemon added to each course as youThis is perfectly and EXACLY what I expected from a new Pokemon SNAP game- no battles, beautiful courses, a focus on practicing, repeating, and perfecting your shots, tons of personality and interactions between Pokemon to enjoy and observe, a minimal story so you can spend more time out in the world, and tons of replayability, with new paths and pokemon added to each course as you progress and take more and more shots in each course. Encourages exploration and experimentation to find every pokemon and every behavior. Utterly impossible to "complete" this game in "a few hours," unless you're literally just blitzing through courses and focusing on the extremely minimal story, which is not how you should be approaching a game like Pokemon Snap. I've been having a blast. "Only" 200ish Pokemon appear in this game, a common complaint- but it's a drastic improvement over the 50 or so in the original, and a limited roster is to be expected.… Expand
  45. Demented546
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Apparently people didn't understand the concept. It's SNAPping pictures of POKEMON. It wasn't advertised as anything else, and it delivers on what it advertised. If y'all don't like the concept, that's your problem. It's a visually beautiful game, true to the original with new twists.
  46. Shinyscyther
    May 2, 2021
    9
    It has the spirit from the original with really good graphics and a ton of little moments to document. Its what they promised and what i expected, a nice, relaxing, photography game, which carryies on the style and mechanics of the original.

    The review bomb is probably orquestated by the same people judging a whole game because a tree texture is not good enough, worst timeline.
  47. Bangs364
    May 2, 2021
    10
    It's one of the best pokemon side games I've ever played. I've been playing it non stop since it came out and the graphics are amazing! I don't get tired of playing the levels over and over again because there's always something new to discover, maybe a new path, a new reaction from a pokemon, or a very well hidden pokemon you didn't see the first 10 times you've gone through. I love it,It's one of the best pokemon side games I've ever played. I've been playing it non stop since it came out and the graphics are amazing! I don't get tired of playing the levels over and over again because there's always something new to discover, maybe a new path, a new reaction from a pokemon, or a very well hidden pokemon you didn't see the first 10 times you've gone through. I love it, I'm going to put tons of hours into this game and it's been WELL worth the price tag.… Expand
  48. Natokenichi
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Truly an amazing art piece of a game! Takes the idea of the N64 game and expands upon it in a big way! Love this game and would give it an 11 if I could!
  49. TiltedLurker
    May 2, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. New Pokémon Snap is an amazing and refreshing game after the arguable mess that has been the newer Pokémon games. It’s a fun and exciting experience and you never know what you’re gonna find next. Seeing the Pokémon interact is so cool and you always see yourself going “wow” at every new thing you see. The graphics are gorgeous and the animations are great too. Sure the game can be a little grindy but without the grindy aspect it would be very short and you end up getting used to it. Overall New Pokémon Snap is an amazing and refreshing Pokémon game that you should definitely play.… Expand
  50. Wolfram7
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Wonderfully relaxing game, and will be great to introduce my children to the series as well as a complete fulfillment of my own childhood dream for a sequel. Very well done with great mechanics. Only negative is a lack of evolutions, but easily overlooked with the other great content.
  51. connerjw
    May 2, 2021
    10
    If you were a fan of the original, which was a Pokémon themed on-rails photography game, you’ll likely love this game. It expands upon everything from the original and is essentially exactly what I wanted from this game. I’ve seen a bunch of people complaining about things that are completely reasonable, but I’ve also seen some really dumb things like “this should have been Breath of theIf you were a fan of the original, which was a Pokémon themed on-rails photography game, you’ll likely love this game. It expands upon everything from the original and is essentially exactly what I wanted from this game. I’ve seen a bunch of people complaining about things that are completely reasonable, but I’ve also seen some really dumb things like “this should have been Breath of the Wild Pokémon!” It is very likely these people were never going to enjoy New Pokémon Snap nor did they like the original game.… Expand
  52. Crossfire43
    May 2, 2021
    8
    Solid remake that didn't deviate to far from the original. Yet still gave us new features.
  53. Revoran
    May 2, 2021
    10
    The 0 reviews are wrong. The game is good for what it is. It's a very pretty, chill, relaxing game about taking pictures of Pokemon to earn higher scores, while solving simple puzzles to get the Pokemon to do interesting poses etc. There is no combat or and a fairly basic story, it's about relaxing and photos. It's about an 8 but I'm rating 10 to counter the 0 reviews.
  54. Charsquatch
    May 2, 2021
    9
    This is the follow up to the n64 pokemon snap we wanted and then some. Along with the game's georgeous presentation, you have 15 separate levels with day and night variations, all with different pokemon, hidden levels, secret interactions, and a leveling system for each area that changes which pokemon appear and what you can do with them. I've played for 20 hours and haven't even been toThis is the follow up to the n64 pokemon snap we wanted and then some. Along with the game's georgeous presentation, you have 15 separate levels with day and night variations, all with different pokemon, hidden levels, secret interactions, and a leveling system for each area that changes which pokemon appear and what you can do with them. I've played for 20 hours and haven't even been to the last 3 areas.… Expand
  55. internat
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Anyone rating this game a 0 probably didn’t play the original. It’s such a joy for those who know what to expect.
  56. TheSawyear
    May 2, 2021
    9
    I've been waiting for this game for over 20 years. It's exactly what I expected from a sequel. Pure nostalgia.
  57. Tommyrapz
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Don’t know why people are hating on this game. The original came out in 1999, it was intended for children. It’s 2021, it’s made for children. Sorry the mechanics aren’t perfect for you 30 year olds. Bunch of salty people. Anyways the game is fun! Lots of Pokémon with pretty graphics. Great sense of nostalgia.
  58. SimilarNickel6
    May 2, 2021
    3
    Thus game should NOT be full price this is a $10 game at most, the game is almost identical to the arcade games we used to play at fun zones arcades or the like but with a skin of Pokémon slammed on top.
    Is boring and repetitive every time i finish a level i expect a message to pop up saying "inseret a coin" this could work great as a mini game inside a mainline pokemon game, other wise is    Thus game should NOT be full price this is a $10 game at most, the game is almost identical to the arcade games we used to play at fun zones arcades or the like but with a skin of Pokémon slammed on top.
    Is boring and repetitive every time i finish a level i expect a message to pop up saying "inseret a coin" this could work great as a mini game inside a mainline pokemon game, other wise is a waste of money    … Expand
  59. Pyrosoad
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Great game that really feels like a nice revival of the original game. It is missing some things that could make it better (like you can't evolve pokemon to get new pictures like in the original game), but overall is a fun relaxing game that stayed true to the original feel.
  60. RUDYROLLERXx
    May 2, 2021
    0
    60 euros por esta basura Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
  61. BMan239
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Exactly what you would expect if you played the original. Great animation and quality. Getting the 2 analog sticks confused is my only hang up.
  62. DukeFlipside
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Brilliant update from the N64 original. The Pokémon are bursting with life and personality, and the graphics are outstanding for the Switch (with rare instances of frame rate drops - looking at you, Wailord!) Quite frankly this is a better-looking, more vibrant and lively Pokémon game than the "flagship" Sword and Shield games. It's absolutely fantastic.
  63. nikolas1289
    May 2, 2021
    1
    un robo sin pistola nadie con mas de 3 de iq gastaría 60 dólares en tomar fotos a pokemones por 10 horas lo único bueno son los gráficos
  64. Yavga
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Jaw dropping amazing, I am thouroughly impressed by this game. Initially my mind gave the game a solid 8 but the more I played the more I realized it was something more than that.

    The core of the original snap is there, and they did the sequel justice by making it the modern day Pokemon Snap it deserves to be. Amazing effects, amazing Pokémon designs and the gameplay really hooked me. It    Jaw dropping amazing, I am thouroughly impressed by this game. Initially my mind gave the game a solid 8 but the more I played the more I realized it was something more than that.

    The core of the original snap is there, and they did the sequel justice by making it the modern day Pokemon Snap it deserves to be.
    Amazing effects, amazing Pokémon designs and the gameplay really hooked me. It feels grindy at times but then again, you absolutely want to make the best pictures you possibly can because they are going to be so amazing.

    After the dissapointment I felt with Sword/Shield this game reinvigorates my love for Pokémon again.

    A few nitpicks: Menu's can take some time to navigate, you aren't able to quickly change the current course (you CAN quickly retry it though) the flute could use some more (or better) tunes because it gets annoying. They could have thought of some more creative new items to interact with. If you loved Snap you'll love this more!    … Expand
  65. Dovahnoob
    May 2, 2021
    0
    Repetitive and boring. Each course is the exact same each time you play them. Nothing new happens.
  66. XTetsusaigaX
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Absolutely amazing game, it doesn't deserve all the bad reviews it's getting.
  67. UmbreonEspeon
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Incredible game. The original was my favourite game of all time and this is 100 times better.
  68. blakey87au
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I and so many other people have been waiting so long for this. And it has been worth the 22 year wait. It's the perfect evolution. Adding features without ruining what made snap so great in the first place. The graphics are on point.
  69. Gonzalink
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juego precioso y me encanta que corra a 60 fps , además me da mucha nostalgia… Expand
  70. itsamicha
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This game confirms Snap as the best spin off Pokémon could ever have. It stays true to the original, and knowing about what it was that I was going into, it’s an excellent game, a tribute and generous update to the original. Probably the Pokémon game that has best achieved to bring me back to childhood wonder and sense for discovery, and the one that looks the prettiest out of thisThis game confirms Snap as the best spin off Pokémon could ever have. It stays true to the original, and knowing about what it was that I was going into, it’s an excellent game, a tribute and generous update to the original. Probably the Pokémon game that has best achieved to bring me back to childhood wonder and sense for discovery, and the one that looks the prettiest out of this franchise. I hope it evolves further and further in future editions, but I love how true the game mechanic has stayed to the N64 version. My only concern/ criticism goes to the fact that I had to retake many shots just to complete the side-quests instead of the AI figuring out that I had those shots already. Besides that, pure enjoyment and really addicted all the way to complete the Photodex. For the fans, this is a no brainer. Pokémon the happiest and purest you’ve ever had!… Expand
  71. DaniloRosales33
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Este juego es una experiencia RELAJANTE!!!!!!! Exelente para los amantes de los pokemon y que dejando de lado la aventura nos permite admirar a los Pokemon en su avitad natural. Coleccionar recuerdos, que son unicos, es la meta!!!!!
  72. Karin31
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Simplemente un juegazo, digno de una gran saga como lo es el Pokemon. Para todos los que jugamos juegos de calidad,nos hará disfrutar las horas de juego con esta obra maestra, adictivo y hermoso a la vista. Todos los que valoramos una buena producción lo tendremos en nuestra colección. :) Jugadora satisfecha y sin dejarse llevar x las malas criticas de los que no saben apreciar unSimplemente un juegazo, digno de una gran saga como lo es el Pokemon. Para todos los que jugamos juegos de calidad,nos hará disfrutar las horas de juego con esta obra maestra, adictivo y hermoso a la vista. Todos los que valoramos una buena producción lo tendremos en nuestra colección. :) Jugadora satisfecha y sin dejarse llevar x las malas criticas de los que no saben apreciar un excelente juego… Expand
  73. TBDID
    May 2, 2021
    10
    A beautiful, in-depth modernization of a classic game. The main story takes at least 15 hours to finish, with more optional content available after this. To see every pokemon, I imagine another 10 hours at least. Great potential for extra worlds to be added.

    The photo rating system could use some tweaking, as sometimes large, out of focus pokemon get higher scores than well taken shots.    A beautiful, in-depth modernization of a classic game. The main story takes at least 15 hours to finish, with more optional content available after this. To see every pokemon, I imagine another 10 hours at least. Great potential for extra worlds to be added.

    The photo rating system could use some tweaking, as sometimes large, out of focus pokemon get higher scores than well taken shots.

    As someone who loved the original, this remake definitely made me feel nostalgic, but not bored but the slow pacing or repetitiveness, which I thought might be an issue.

    Will definitely keep playing.    … Expand
  74. Nelson13
    May 2, 2021
    10
    A pesar de lo que todos creen es un juego lleno de vida ,color y adicción. Valió la pena esperar 22 años por la segunda parte ,desde que compre mi switch y al ver el estilo portatil pensé que bueno sería usar la consola como cámara, cuando saldrá el pokemon snap.
  75. youmind
    May 2, 2021
    10
    encantadisimo con el juego, es un remastered como dios manda, fotogramas estables, colorido, tranquilo, el tiempo se te pasa volando jugando, yo no lo pude jugar en la coonsola orginal, y este juego, es la demostración que se puede hacer remaster bien hechos
    saludo a los envidiosos
    In love with the game, it's a remastered as god commands, stable frames, colorful, quiet, time flies by    encantadisimo con el juego, es un remastered como dios manda, fotogramas estables, colorido, tranquilo, el tiempo se te pasa volando jugando, yo no lo pude jugar en la coonsola orginal, y este juego, es la demostración que se puede hacer remaster bien hechos
    saludo a los envidiosos

    In love with the game, it's a remastered as god commands, stable frames, colorful, quiet, time flies by you playing, I couldn't play it in the orginal console, and this game, is the demonstration that you can do well-made remaster, Greeting to the envious    … Expand
  76. minipivi
    May 2, 2021
    10
    For some reasons this game is getting review bombed by people who gives 10/10 to pokemon sword/shield and 0 to every other games? Anyway here's a quick honest review from me. The only part that I dislike about this game is how it got the ''switch treatment'' and is being sold as a fully priced game just because Nintendo could, but outside of that, this is an excellent game that is worthFor some reasons this game is getting review bombed by people who gives 10/10 to pokemon sword/shield and 0 to every other games? Anyway here's a quick honest review from me. The only part that I dislike about this game is how it got the ''switch treatment'' and is being sold as a fully priced game just because Nintendo could, but outside of that, this is an excellent game that is worth getting despite it's price. When they first announced it, I was afraid on how it would be a very short game with maybe 5 hours of gameplay with secrets included, but no, I am many hours in and I feel like I am barely started. So far, every stages I visited have a day and night variant and each of them have many ''levels'' in each variants that upgrades the level adding more pokemons and changing their behaviors, as an example, in the very first level you have pichu and grooky being coutious about you, but the more you progress, the more they will approach you, showing that they grew more confortable with you plus new paths gets unlocked too. Another point that makes it even more replayable is how you get extra missions given to you by the other characters and how every pokemons have a 1, 2, 3 and 4 stars poses with each of them having a bronze to diamond ranking system making you search real hard to find each perfect poses. The only thing I am missing from the original are the real time evolutions, so far i haven't seen any and I don't think there will be any, but with the amount of pokemons having more than tripled with way more replayability on top on an already expanded concept, this game is great and in my most honest opinion, this is a must get despite being ''just an on rail safari shooter''… Expand
  77. XBOXOfficial
    May 2, 2021
    10
    New Pokémon Snap is a game where you play as a photographer and take pictures of Pokémon for the professor.
  78. IHatePokemon64
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This game is great. It’s a completely faithful update to the original that gives more variety to the players. The original had, I believe, seven courses. This one has more than three times that with a variety of biomes and Pokémon to find. Yes, they seen to have removed the ability to force evolution on the wild Pokémon but there’s more than enough here to make that a minor complaint NotThis game is great. It’s a completely faithful update to the original that gives more variety to the players. The original had, I believe, seven courses. This one has more than three times that with a variety of biomes and Pokémon to find. Yes, they seen to have removed the ability to force evolution on the wild Pokémon but there’s more than enough here to make that a minor complaint Not sure why there’s this insane review bombing for the game. It never purported itself to be anything more than a railshooter where you take pics of Pokémon. A lot of the negative reviews seem to be based more on anger over the handling of the main series titles. Whatever. All the Pokémon aren’t in this game and complaining about that won’t get more of them added to Galar either. TL; DR: Realistically, this game is probably a 7.5 or 8. Lots of fun and very charming interactions with Pokémon. It may have the best graphics of any Pokémon game. The biggest flaw is its playtime is under ten hours, but the replay value really makes up for that… Expand
  79. Tspeed
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This ones getting a solid 10 from me because I’m just having such a great time playing it. I get that some people want more from a £50 game, like a full open world map. And I liked being able to move around objects and monsters to take photos for the Hyrule compendium, but this is Pokémon snap and whilst it could have been bigger with more Pokémon for £50, it’s doing a great job at being aThis ones getting a solid 10 from me because I’m just having such a great time playing it. I get that some people want more from a £50 game, like a full open world map. And I liked being able to move around objects and monsters to take photos for the Hyrule compendium, but this is Pokémon snap and whilst it could have been bigger with more Pokémon for £50, it’s doing a great job at being a true sequel to the original and I just love playing it :D… Expand
  80. Corrin_Flakes
    May 2, 2021
    9
    I'm not joking when I say this: best Pokémon game I've ever played. It's so charming, pretty (for capabilities of the Switch hardware) and well-animated. Animation was a big complaint about Sword and Shield, and I'm hoping some of the animation team here will move on to Legends Aeceus. Good job, Bandai Namco!
  81. Silo267
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Good return to the pokemon game that was ahead of its time, it doesnt have the same charm as the original but that more comes from the lack of nostalgia.
  82. Gk2011
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Game has a couple issues, but if you loved the original N64 Snap your gonna adore this. Areas evolve as you level up your research for the areas which gives great replay ability rather then just getting the best shots your first time through. Really hope this is the dawn of renewing the franchise, and this was an excellent start!
  83. joezee420
    May 2, 2021
    5
    This is game is tight. These kids havent played the original and expect this to be something it's not
  84. punchynom
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I grew up playing the original pokemon snap, I really think this is a faithful sequel with tons of content and additions! I've played 6 hours and have been having a blast the original only had about 6 hours total.

    You will not be battling pokemon in this game howeve if you enjoy pokemon this game really makes the world of pokemon feel alive. So much care was put into the details of this    I grew up playing the original pokemon snap, I really think this is a faithful sequel with tons of content and additions! I've played 6 hours and have been having a blast the original only had about 6 hours total.


    You will not be battling pokemon in this game howeve if you enjoy pokemon this game really makes the world of pokemon feel alive. So much care was put into the details of this game comparatively to s&s.    … Expand
  85. Draculemihawkhe
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I really don't understand why people complain so much... It's not a 10 but it's definitely not under 6.5. Beautiful graphics, great interaction with Pokemon, a lot of different places. It'll take you about 15 hours to complete it but it has SOOOO much replayability.... To get all 4* photos for every Pokemon and do every "request" will make you spend about 30 hours. If you don't likeI really don't understand why people complain so much... It's not a 10 but it's definitely not under 6.5. Beautiful graphics, great interaction with Pokemon, a lot of different places. It'll take you about 15 hours to complete it but it has SOOOO much replayability.... To get all 4* photos for every Pokemon and do every "request" will make you spend about 30 hours. If you don't like pokemon I'm not sure that you'll like it. However, if you are a Pokemon fan and want to play an easy, calm game New Pokemon Snap is for you!!!… Expand
  86. Kokapofy
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I dont know what people want from this game? To be new Zelda:BOTW? Get real, it just side game, based on quite simple mechanic. I never played oryginal, and im having a blast. This game is extremely charming. It is great chilling material :)
  87. AeonicB
    May 2, 2021
    8
    The game's fine, if you knew what you were getting into from the first game. It's a fairly arcadey experience, with on rails courses that you can do over and over again, learning new things as you go.

    The graphics look nice, which is important for the kind of game it is. Some of the textures are a let down, but overall not noticeable unless you look at them too long, though a few are    The game's fine, if you knew what you were getting into from the first game. It's a fairly arcadey experience, with on rails courses that you can do over and over again, learning new things as you go.

    The graphics look nice, which is important for the kind of game it is. Some of the textures are a let down, but overall not noticeable unless you look at them too long, though a few are readily apparent in photographs, like the texture used for the sawdust pile surrounding Bidoof when its poking its head out of the dam.

    Grinding up research levels can be a little frustrating, so it's better to take this game in small doses and play it on your downtime, not try to rush through it all at once.

    Some of the special behaviors seem arbitrary and unintuitive, and I still haven't figured out how to do tasks the game's requests ask for because nothing I try seems to work.

    But if you go in to this knowing what the old game was like, and how it's now apparently a series, then you're not going to be disappointed.

    If you go in thinking Bandai Namco is going to shoot for the moon on the first approach to an old series in quite some time, then you are sorely mistaken.    … Expand
  88. NickMaden
    May 2, 2021
    10
    There are alot of bad reviews being posted for this game, and this is simply down to people not knowing the franchise aving never played the first one, and not bothering to look up what this game is before they bought it. People are complaining that all you do is take photographs of pokemon, that you can't battle and they want it to be a traditional RPG.....if that's what you want then buyThere are alot of bad reviews being posted for this game, and this is simply down to people not knowing the franchise aving never played the first one, and not bothering to look up what this game is before they bought it. People are complaining that all you do is take photographs of pokemon, that you can't battle and they want it to be a traditional RPG.....if that's what you want then buy a traditional Rpg, or one of the many many many pokemon games that all have the exact same format.

    This is a brilliant game, it is something different in the world of pokemon, a creative and relaxing experience, and by far the best looking pokemon game that has been made to date. The concept is that you travel to different locations as a ecological researcher, and take pictures or pokemon in their natural habitat. The more you play each level the pokemon start to trust you and more appear in different scenarios. There is a lot of depth as you have to activate certain sequences to entice specific pokemon to appear. It's very relaxing and pleasurable, and gets your creative juices flowing try to catch great snaps of the cute little critters. It is a satisfying challenge trying to beat your previously rated photographs, and the fact you can only submit one photograph of a pokemon breed per run is not a bad thing (which what people have been complaining about) it creates an element of challenge and replayability.

    If this doesn't sound the type of things you would enjoy then fair enough, but that doesn't mean to say it is a poor game, far from it. This is a stunning, well put together, unique and enjoyable game.    … Expand
  89. pokefangirl23
    May 2, 2021
    10
    New snap is exactly what I expected and is very enjoyable. I play for the enjoyment of seeing the Pokémon and interactions. They kept it very close to the last Snap game but added more features to keep the game play fun like special photo challenges. I am enjoying my time in the Lentil region. The games title says it all its New snap.
  90. pan-003
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Great game, true to the original. It’s everything a Pokémon Snap sequel should be. ^_^
  91. Sam03
    May 2, 2021
    10
    A beautiful love letter to the N64 Pokemon Snap fans, guys this was made for us and us alone.
  92. Dogboii007
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I had low expectations but this game really delivered with a plethora of new features and excellent gameplay. I loved the original but this game is full of much more gameplay and content
  93. Lotus_Infinity
    May 2, 2021
    10
    An excellent game! It is kind of the friendlier first-person shooter around. The whole art behind it is simply perplexing and the idea of a different kind of interaction in the Pokemon universe is awe inspiring.
  94. LoganWren
    May 2, 2021
    0
    God does this game suck. All you do is take pictures of pokemon! If I wanted to take pictures of animals, I would go outside and do just that! Instead, I wasted 60 dollars, hoping that everyone's constant praise for the game was for a good reason. But no, it wasn't. Not by a long shot. Incredibly slow, incredibly boring, incredibly stupid. The best part about this game was the fact that IGod does this game suck. All you do is take pictures of pokemon! If I wanted to take pictures of animals, I would go outside and do just that! Instead, I wasted 60 dollars, hoping that everyone's constant praise for the game was for a good reason. But no, it wasn't. Not by a long shot. Incredibly slow, incredibly boring, incredibly stupid. The best part about this game was the fact that I could get a full refund on it. Do not buy this piece of trash in a game case. You are just wasting your own time.… Expand
  95. srx
    May 2, 2021
    7
    This game getting reviewbombed or what? Anyways, 7/10 for low content and poor textures on some terrains (which is pretty important for a game of this genre), but overall it was a pretty fun experience. Never played the original so I don't have a comparison for reference, but as an avid player of FPS games and a fan of pokemon in general this was a super cool concept to me. There isThis game getting reviewbombed or what? Anyways, 7/10 for low content and poor textures on some terrains (which is pretty important for a game of this genre), but overall it was a pretty fun experience. Never played the original so I don't have a comparison for reference, but as an avid player of FPS games and a fan of pokemon in general this was a super cool concept to me. There is actually difficulty involved in regards to aiming projectiles with different trajectories and timing. With the lacking content (only 200 or so pokemon cmon) I would say it isn't worth the full 60 for most people, but I think I had my money's worth in fun.… Expand
  96. SpurkerLurker
    May 2, 2021
    9
    The whole family has been playing this at every available moment since we got it. We all love it! Its accessible enough that young children can play it, but has enough difficulty for much more experienced adult players to stay interested. A wide range of pokemon interacting in funny and cute ways. We've been playing for about 20 hours now and there is still plenty for us to see and do.The whole family has been playing this at every available moment since we got it. We all love it! Its accessible enough that young children can play it, but has enough difficulty for much more experienced adult players to stay interested. A wide range of pokemon interacting in funny and cute ways. We've been playing for about 20 hours now and there is still plenty for us to see and do. Well worth every penny.… Expand
  97. Hekiro
    May 2, 2021
    8
    It's annoying to see that a lot of people didn't understand the game they bought. Of course it's not an open world, and it has never pretended to be one. To me, it's an excellent sequel to the first episode. The graphics are really beautiful, it's the most beautiful Pokemon game, and I'm glad to see that Game Freak can do a great job. They added a lot of new mechanicsfor example the music.It's annoying to see that a lot of people didn't understand the game they bought. Of course it's not an open world, and it has never pretended to be one. To me, it's an excellent sequel to the first episode. The graphics are really beautiful, it's the most beautiful Pokemon game, and I'm glad to see that Game Freak can do a great job. They added a lot of new mechanicsfor example the music. However, there are still some negative points. We can't choose two pictures of a same Pokemon and the camera is not perfection. But still a good game… Expand
  98. dorkyduckies102
    May 2, 2021
    0
    Please don’t make anymore Pokémon games like this. I get that it’s a refresh, but I really hope they don’t make anymore of these. It’s stale and the Pokémon world doesn’t need to be bogged down by titles like this. As long as it remains a side game, whatever. I’m mostly just here for the main series and now know better than to leave that bubble. Maybe it’s my fault. Maybe I just expectedPlease don’t make anymore Pokémon games like this. I get that it’s a refresh, but I really hope they don’t make anymore of these. It’s stale and the Pokémon world doesn’t need to be bogged down by titles like this. As long as it remains a side game, whatever. I’m mostly just here for the main series and now know better than to leave that bubble. Maybe it’s my fault. Maybe I just expected too much from a game whose focus is photographing Pokémon.… Expand
  99. Umia
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This game has been amazing so far!! At first I was not sure if I would like this type of game since I have not enjoyed Pokemon spin-off before, but this game is a positive exception! Amazing looking game with a lot stuff to do. Pokemons interact with you which is huge plus. I have already used many hours by taking pictures of different Pokemons and finishing tasks. 10/10
  100. bdowdy420
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Amazing. Everything I wanted from another Snap game. It looks great. The Pokemon feel alive. The environments are terrific. The soundtrack is dope. I hope we get DLC with more Pokemon/islands eventually, but there is a large diversity to start with!
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Awards & Rankings

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#80 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#7 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021

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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 116 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 116
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 116
  3. Negative: 0 out of 116
  1. CD-Action
    Dec 7, 2021
    80
    In a nutshell: as a researcher, you travel to various places, interact with wild Pokémon and take photos to document their behavior. This simple concept only works thanks to the Pokémon, but it doesn’t have to be a drawback, because the game shows the world of pocket monsters more realistically and vividly than any title before it. [07/2021, p.72]
  2. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Dec 3, 2021
    75
    New Pokémon Snap looks beautiful and is packed full of exciting Pokémon, but the increased complexity has brought the game to a grinding halt. [Issue #4, p.51]
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Oct 6, 2021
    90
    New Pokémon Snap isn't totally perfect, but it is a lovingly, intelligently updated take on a now 22-year-old original that only came to life because it was imbued with Mr. Iwata's magic. I know seeing this sequel would have made him smile. [Issue #53 – July/August 2021, p. 69]
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