New Pokemon Snap

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6.9

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  1. MrsGillo
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Charming game, perfect for family play with under 10s. Almost as much fun to watch as to play. We got it Friday and have spent a very happy weekend dipping in and out as a family. Still lots to be uncovered after 18 hours of play. Good mix of old and new Pokémon and it's a bit more complex than it would initially seem. If you have Pokémon mad kids it's a must buy! A good antidote to moreCharming game, perfect for family play with under 10s. Almost as much fun to watch as to play. We got it Friday and have spent a very happy weekend dipping in and out as a family. Still lots to be uncovered after 18 hours of play. Good mix of old and new Pokémon and it's a bit more complex than it would initially seem. If you have Pokémon mad kids it's a must buy! A good antidote to more frenetic games.… Expand
  2. kerokline
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I was a fan of the original when I was a kid, and this is everything I wanted from a follow up - improved graphics, smoothed out gameplay, comments from the professor that I'm bad at photography.

    My daughters love it too - their previous experiences with Pokémon were Let's Go and then Shield, so this is their first "non-mainline-style" Pokémon game, and they think it's fun. I'm just    I was a fan of the original when I was a kid, and this is everything I wanted from a follow up - improved graphics, smoothed out gameplay, comments from the professor that I'm bad at photography.

    My daughters love it too - their previous experiences with Pokémon were Let's Go and then Shield, so this is their first "non-mainline-style" Pokémon game, and they think it's fun. I'm just happy I can share my childhood with them in a way they can enjoy.    … Expand
  3. Witherchu
    May 2, 2021
    10
    The game is is great. Ive had lots of fun with it
    Even if the default controlls feel slow you can change them in the settings and the editing photo feature is great
    My only complaint is that it can be slow at times and the guidence the game gives to pogress isnt the best
    Also it asks you to take photos osf things you have already taken photos of alot
  4. FeistyFeathers
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I love this game. Me and my husband have been playing hours everyday. Getting our family into it too. All sitting around the big screen while someone tries to get the perfect shot. I have never had so much fun with a Pokemon game.
    Sure the 'boss' battles are a little slow and at times the rating system is a little to simple. It's not a perfect game. But for me personally it's the best    I love this game. Me and my husband have been playing hours everyday. Getting our family into it too. All sitting around the big screen while someone tries to get the perfect shot. I have never had so much fun with a Pokemon game.
    Sure the 'boss' battles are a little slow and at times the rating system is a little to simple. It's not a perfect game. But for me personally it's the best Pokemon game I have ever played in my over 20 years of playing these games.
    I want to peacefully watch Pokemon walk around and be animals, because that's what they are. It is a reminder to love nature, to be around it but trying not to disturb it too much. This game is wonderful and I will certainly buy more if they ever add DLC. I hope that they do.    … Expand
  5. bertorellas
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Es muy entretenido, rejugable y bonito. Para decir que sería mejor si fuese de mundo abierto, una de dos, o no has jugado al juego o tienes serios problemas neuronales que te impiden no cagarte encima.
  6. VGCaptain567
    May 2, 2021
    9
    New Pokemon Snap is an incredibly beautiful game that allows you to visit and view the Pokemon world in a new manner, and it does it wonderfully!
  7. Onioncreature
    May 2, 2021
    9
    A wonderful update of the N64 classic. The gameplay is largely the same, but the amount of content and level of polish is substantial. This is the best looking Pokémon game to date, and each of the 200+ monsters included has it's own personality and character that really shines through. Methodically photographing all of the creatures proves once again to be an immensely satisfyingA wonderful update of the N64 classic. The gameplay is largely the same, but the amount of content and level of polish is substantial. This is the best looking Pokémon game to date, and each of the 200+ monsters included has it's own personality and character that really shines through. Methodically photographing all of the creatures proves once again to be an immensely satisfying gameplay loop that many are sure to love. The only slight issue I have is with the padding, as unlocking new content can take a bit longer than might be ideal at first. As an updated version of Pokémon Snap, there isn't much more I could've asked for, New Pokémon Snap achieves just about everything it set out to do.… Expand
  8. TheMoonestOne
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I love the variety of interactions in this game. I have more than 5 hours of playthrough and I just kept exploring the same first areas just because I enjoyed it so much.
    It definitely has room for updates for online feature (like following someone to know everytime they have a new photo uploaded) and DLC, but the game has already delivered everything it has promised.
  9. Shivvy
    May 2, 2021
    10
    A lovely game. So cute to see Pokémon in their natural environment going about their business in the way their personalities are described. Super fun
  10. CaptainGoomba
    May 2, 2021
    10
    New Pokémon Snap is a worthy successor of the 1999 original! It offers many more maps and places to explore, and tons of post-game content! New Pokémon Snap can be a bit repetitive at times, but the satisfaction of taking a great photo makes up for it. People review-bombing this game simply don't understand the Pokémon Snap formula, its all about relaxing and taking good pictures, and theNew Pokémon Snap is a worthy successor of the 1999 original! It offers many more maps and places to explore, and tons of post-game content! New Pokémon Snap can be a bit repetitive at times, but the satisfaction of taking a great photo makes up for it. People review-bombing this game simply don't understand the Pokémon Snap formula, its all about relaxing and taking good pictures, and the people review-bombing this game are thinking this is an RPG. In addition to all of this great content, the games graphics ARE BEATUTIFUL. Maybe the one of the best looking switch games. Overall, New Pokémon Snap is definitely an amazing game, and it could be 10 or 20 dollars cheaper, but $60 is still worth it to me for a nostalgic adventure based off of the 1999 original game.… Expand
  11. Kswagg
    May 2, 2021
    10
    As a fan of Pokemon since the series first released in the 90s. This game is pack full of nostalgia!! I played for hours and every time I repeated a course, I always found something new to discover. New pokemon Snap improves upon everything the original N64 game established! As a Biology teacher I enjoy The world building and the different ecosystems. They really make the pokemon feel likeAs a fan of Pokemon since the series first released in the 90s. This game is pack full of nostalgia!! I played for hours and every time I repeated a course, I always found something new to discover. New pokemon Snap improves upon everything the original N64 game established! As a Biology teacher I enjoy The world building and the different ecosystems. They really make the pokemon feel like they belong and interact naturally in their habitats! Its a ton of fun for all ages. DO NOT READ THE 0 AND 1 STAR REVIEWS! These people are comparing this game to Legend of Zelda BOTW, and are upset that its nothing like it.... well of course its not! This is a celebration of a fan favorite classic. It was never intended to compete with BOTW. There is a BOTW-style pokemon game coming out, called Pokemon Legends: Arceus. However that will not be released until 2022. Be patient and relax with some pokemon snap in the meantime!… Expand
  12. CakeyH
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Excellent game that has everything I could want in a sequel for Pokemon Snap. The graphics are breath taking and the variety of Pokemon per stage is huge (plus the night mode of each stage). They even sprinkled in some lore and characters. Everytime I see a new Pokemon I haven't photographed I get so excited!! Fun play for all ages.
  13. FruittyXD
    May 2, 2021
    9
    The people who rate this game bad because they thought it is like a full pokemon game should watch some footage in the first place. this game was intended as a very upscaled and to this day adapted pokemon snap. A game that came out in 1997 i believe. It gives you what you should have expected from a pokemon snap. The only thing to complain about is the slight graphic downscale from the trailer.
  14. Xuja
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Honestly a really beautiful and fun game for people of all ages. It is reminiscent of the first Pokemon snap well having amazing enough dated graphics that surpass everything in the series thus far. 10/10 would recommend
  15. Kakadu
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Beautiful, incredibly charming and especially relaxing. This is exactly what I needed right now.
  16. SpartanYoshi
    May 2, 2021
    3
    Pagar 60 dolares por este juego es de locos pero bueno, para mi unos 30 o incluso menos estarian mejor. El inicio del juego es terrible, 30 minutos para un tutorial para recien poder jugar de verdad...eso te quita las ganas, ademas el resto no es tan emocionante que digamos, ademas los personajes son mas genericos...al menos en espada y escudo habia algunos carismaticos
    Si eres un    Pagar 60 dolares por este juego es de locos pero bueno, para mi unos 30 o incluso menos estarian mejor. El inicio del juego es terrible, 30 minutos para un tutorial para recien poder jugar de verdad...eso te quita las ganas, ademas el resto no es tan emocionante que digamos, ademas los personajes son mas genericos...al menos en espada y escudo habia algunos carismaticos
    Si eres un nostalgico del juego de la nintendo 64 quizas te guste pero si no... no es recomendado.    … Expand
  17. Saltfox
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Seeing all these review bombs makes me sad. So I created an account just to give my opinion.
    About me: I played the original on N64 & im a big Pokemon fan and played all main line games & most spin offs.
    Pokemon Sw/Sh disappointed me a lot, it felt lacking and rushed. new Pokemon snap for me tho, is a game that makes me feel like im a child again, exploring the routes, discovering    Seeing all these review bombs makes me sad. So I created an account just to give my opinion.
    About me: I played the original on N64 & im a big Pokemon fan and played all main line games & most spin offs.
    Pokemon Sw/Sh disappointed me a lot, it felt lacking and rushed. new Pokemon snap for me tho, is a game that makes me feel like im a child again, exploring the routes, discovering secrets, watching the pokemon in aw. This sequel is all I've ever wanted from it: it's charming, cute und strangely addictive.
    It has a great replay value because for each location there are research levels (1-4) On each level theres new things happening, for example new interactions or even new Pokemon. The Pokemon get more comfortable to you and i can't help but care for all of them (new snap made me love Pokemon i didnt care about before like Bidoof lol). You also discover secret branches in each areas that lead you to discover entirely new things! There's tons of hidden stuff and secrets.
    I particularly love that most courses have a night version too! My god, going through the jungle at night, watching all the glowing plants and lights is gorgeous!! I replayed the jungle probably 30 times and i still didn't explore everything. Each Pokemon has 4 different poses worth of stars too, so like bidoof for example, when he's just chilling its 1 star, when he's eating an apple it's 2 stars, when he's building his dam it's 3 stars and 4 stars you get when you snap him swimming happily. For me it's a ton of fun trying to get all 4 stars for every Pokemon.
    Yes, it's true, not all Pokemon are included in this game. My favorite Pokemon for example isn't included and you know what? That's absolutely fine! Imagine 700+ Pokemon in 4 different stars, i'd get so tired. I'd rather have less Pokemon but those added being charming and cute.

    The only thing I'd maybe criticize would be that Pokemon evolving is mising in the game & maybe the music. The courses are without music but then again, you hear the environment, the cries of the Pokemon and more, which makes it feel more realistic.

    To everyone who loved the original: pick this game up, I promise you'll love it.
    If you're new to the series: if you don't mind that there's no fighting and rather you'd like to observe and explore, give this game a go. I tend do be very critical with games, but this one I absolutely love!

    Conclusion:

    + gorgeous environments
    + adorbale Pokemon that feel alive and real
    + tons of stuff to explore, like secret branches in areas
    + night time of the courses is BEAUTIFUL & there's different pokemon!
    + research levels & 4 star point systems give replay value for each course
    + diverse courses: jungle, park, desert, deep sea flooring, beach, forest & more
    + sharing pictures with friends online, you can see their snaps
    + requests give extra challenge, like snapping a Pokemon in a rare pose etc.
    + noises in each area are amazing

    - music could be better
    - I miss seeing Pokemon evolve    … Expand
  18. Rurik
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Hermoso juego!. la nostalgia de la version de N64 intacta, y mejorada visual, e interactivamente!.
    me ha encantado!
  19. RhysO92
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece! They have used the foundations of the original game to build a great spin off title from the main Pokémon series. Would recommend this to everyone.
  20. soulex27
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Some of these reviews are ridiculous, and kinda sound like they're written by angsty kids who just wanna **** on everything.
    The game is perfectly pleasant. The environment is beautiful, the animations are cute, each level changes as you level up. I've played it after work the last few nights and it's a great way to relax after a long day. People who are saying it's only 6 hours are    Some of these reviews are ridiculous, and kinda sound like they're written by angsty kids who just wanna **** on everything.
    The game is perfectly pleasant. The environment is beautiful, the animations are cute, each level changes as you level up. I've played it after work the last few nights and it's a great way to relax after a long day. People who are saying it's only 6 hours are probably trying to speed their way through when this is definitely a game meant to be taken nice and slow to enjoy the ride.
    Why a 10/10? Because it's everything it promises to be. It's similar to the classic snap, with new features and gorgeous graphics.    … Expand
  21. MomentousMaster
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Nice game, everything the original was but with more features. Exactly what a remake should be.
  22. Mandrix
    May 2, 2021
    8
    no es el mejor juego de la franquicia, pero es entretenido en su jugabilidad y sirve para entretenerse un buen momento. l
  23. JirenPlay
    May 2, 2021
    3
    El juego carece de muchas cosas, una de ellas es la inteligencia artificial, ademas que es demasiado repetitivo y no creo que 60$ sea su erdadero valor.
  24. Banjoubu
    May 2, 2021
    9
    It is everything I wanted a New Pokemon Snap to be. Haven't finished it yet. No where near close to being done, but thus far there are about 8 maps, 3 levels to each of those maps, and a couple side routes.

    Story is ho-hum, but I'm not here for that. Personality of all the Pokemon is amazing and the editing and posting feature is a nice touch. Now for my little gripes. -I wish Pokemons    It is everything I wanted a New Pokemon Snap to be. Haven't finished it yet. No where near close to being done, but thus far there are about 8 maps, 3 levels to each of those maps, and a couple side routes.

    Story is ho-hum, but I'm not here for that. Personality of all the Pokemon is amazing and the editing and posting feature is a nice touch.

    Now for my little gripes.
    -I wish Pokemons could evolve. I tried hitting this magikarp into a waterfall too many times.

    -Speed options or being able to stop completely after a certain number of attempts. I'd just love to set up my camera, turn off the bus, and have a nice Pokemon fish tank in the background.

    -Quitting a level is not optimized. Takes forever to get through the whole professor thing just for him to tell you that you didn't take any pictures. Like no **** sherlock.

    Other than that it's a light hearted game for a particular audience. So pick it up if you liked the N64 version.    … Expand
  25. DrunkenBee
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Good fun game that captures that heart of the original and expands on it. Highly recommend.
  26. chuydavid
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So good, so relaxing. It's very playable.
    Ibreally like the fact you can choose different ways in every time you play it.    … Expand
  27. theoftime12
    May 2, 2021
    1
    La verdad lo compre y me arrepiento, nintendo solo vive de su glorias pasada, es un juego súper aburrido, repetitivo una fórmula que funciona en los tiempos de la nintendo 64 pero esta obsoleta en esto tiempos
  28. xmrider282
    May 2, 2021
    9
    Super fun game! exploring the new area and trying to force new interesting interaction between pokemon. This game went above my expectations and has me on the edge of my seat trying to see what each pokemon will do!
  29. CyanAvenger
    May 2, 2021
    10
    A genuine blast! My whole family loves it, something there for everyone. My wife was never into Pokemon when she was younger and she absolutely loves this game!
  30. Atre01
    May 2, 2021
    10
    I dont unserstand why this Game gets review bombed. I guess its cause people rate the Game for what they want to see rather than what they game wants to be. Pokemon Snap ist a Railshooter and not an open world adventure game. For that you have to wait for Pokemon Arceus. The look of the game is outstanding. But it feels sometimes a bit empty for the price. Overall i think its a good gameI dont unserstand why this Game gets review bombed. I guess its cause people rate the Game for what they want to see rather than what they game wants to be. Pokemon Snap ist a Railshooter and not an open world adventure game. For that you have to wait for Pokemon Arceus. The look of the game is outstanding. But it feels sometimes a bit empty for the price. Overall i think its a good game for too much money. I would rate it 7,5/10 but give 10 for the counter review bombing.… Expand
  31. ReviewerOfGames
    May 2, 2021
    10
    One of the best games ever made Of pokémon on Switch, i Love this gameplay, pokémon snap is better THAN pokémon snap in N64, the musics and visuals Of pokémons is soo good, oh, the visuals (graphics) Of this game os great, one Of the best graphics on Switch. I love this game só mucho.
  32. isomatiKa
    May 2, 2021
    10
    A trip back to childood... But better. A lot of pokemon to discover, beautiful routes and fun interactions.
  33. Peuleite
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Such a fun, beautiful and relaxing safari adventure with pokemon. The graphics are amazing, the atmosphere makes you feel inside a safari. Such a amazing sequel to the first one. Improved in every way. Sometimes the switch stutter a bit, but nothing that would lessen the experience.
  34. Zumnes
    May 2, 2021
    10
    It’s a good revolution of the basic game, all the hate clearly didn’t play the original
  35. misalima
    May 2, 2021
    10
    If you like the original, you will love this remake. Great graphics, excellent gameplay and replayability
  36. dantealessandro
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La premisa daba para creer que sería un juego simplón, y terminó siendo muy adictivo, sencillo, hermosos gráficos, y buena duración, me ha sorprendido gratamente.… Expand
  37. adrii9715
    May 2, 2021
    1
    60€ por un juego de hacer fotos no tiene ningún tipo de sentido.
    La jugabilidad es arcaica y el progreso por los "niveles" se hace repetitivo y lento.
    ¿Es bonito? Sí.
    ¿Qué sea bonito justifica el precio? Para nada.
  38. Raohh
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Me gusto el juego, pero creo que el precio no lo vale, pero puede ser una continuación de su antecesor aunque lo siento el juego vacio
  39. Dantealessa
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buena duración, bastante contenido, y dificultad equilibrada, gráficos como siempre bellos y coloridos.… Expand
  40. Nintendero97
    May 2, 2021
    0
    No puedo comprender porque no es un mundo abierto como BotW o porque tenemos que seguir atados a un carro sobre rieles.
    En el trailer se veía bien, pero al momento de jugarlo, se sintió anticuado y aburrido al instante. Sin duda la nostalgia ciega, y es que si este genero de juegos se quedo en el pasado, es por una buena razón.
    Además de que el juego en si se siente muy desfasado, la…
  41. hagelt18
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This game is everything I wanted it to be. I loved the original pokemon snap and I was really hoping it would have similar gameplay but with a little more dynamic levels and more content. I got exactly that. For people who felt the game was too short or wasn't anything more than just taking pictures didn't spend much time exploring the game. There are tons of secrets and events you canThis game is everything I wanted it to be. I loved the original pokemon snap and I was really hoping it would have similar gameplay but with a little more dynamic levels and more content. I got exactly that. For people who felt the game was too short or wasn't anything more than just taking pictures didn't spend much time exploring the game. There are tons of secrets and events you can trigger much like the original game, only there are significantly more. The levels are all packed full of action, all of which have three variations based on rank and a Day and Night mode. The On-Rails gameplay is essential to make this game a fun challenge. If you could just move freely, there would be no challenge in getting good pictures or triggering events, the game would just be boring and hardly even a game.… Expand
  42. GitanoUrbano
    May 2, 2021
    8
    El juego se basa en seguir una ruta que va mostrando pokemons en un estado salvaje para poder tomar fotos de sus acciones mas curiosas, es un juego mas dedicado a fanáticos de pokemon y sobre todo si te gusta la fotografía no es un juego para todos pero si te gusta esa premisa lo vas a pasar bien.
  43. Turndown4hwut
    May 2, 2021
    8
    The main reason why this game is getting review bombed is simple. It's because Pokemon Sword and Shield fans mad at the fact that this game is getting loved, despite the fact that it doesn't have every Pokemon, despite the fact that this is a spinoff. It shouldn't really have every Pokemon. Meanwhile, Sword and Shield are mainline games. Not having every Pokemon is inexcusable. But enoughThe main reason why this game is getting review bombed is simple. It's because Pokemon Sword and Shield fans mad at the fact that this game is getting loved, despite the fact that it doesn't have every Pokemon, despite the fact that this is a spinoff. It shouldn't really have every Pokemon. Meanwhile, Sword and Shield are mainline games. Not having every Pokemon is inexcusable. But enough about Sword and Shield. This game is primarily an upgrade to the original N64 game in a variety of ways. Sure, no mid stage evolutions is a huge loss, but in return, you have a variety of Pokemon from every generation, well animated and everything. And for those of you complaining about the game's length, the original N64 game was short as well. Is it worth 60 dollars? No. But I'd still get it anyway, because Nintendo and Pokemon games don't tend to go on sale.… Expand
  44. seba2212
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Juegue el Pokemon Snap de Nintendo 64,, y con este nuevo lanzamiento es increíble que después de tantitos años volvería a jugarlo gracias Nintendo
  45. Alacazoom
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Don't trust the haters. If the game's not for them, it's not for them. Right, as if they could have included ALL 800 + Pokémon, sure. Get real. The core mechanic is the same as in the old game, sure. Why is that bad? It's a fun mechanic. We enjoy taking pictures nowadays, don
    t we? You can tell that a huge amount of love went into this game. It's amazing how much fun it is do do course    Don't trust the haters. If the game's not for them, it's not for them. Right, as if they could have included ALL 800 + Pokémon, sure. Get real. The core mechanic is the same as in the old game, sure. Why is that bad? It's a fun mechanic. We enjoy taking pictures nowadays, don
    t we? You can tell that a huge amount of love went into this game. It's amazing how much fun it is do do course again and again and discover new nuances of Pokemon behaviour or find little events you didn't notice the first ten times. I'm still not half way through this game and already spent almost 20 hours. Just because I delight in exploring all nooks and crannies. It's a fantastic game in its own right and perhaps the best Pokémon game of the latest generation. Don't miss this game. And yes, the price is justified. It's a little work of art.    … Expand
  46. Gabrielostoic
    May 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Temática sencilla, lindos gráficos, te dará bastantes horas de diversión, ideal para un sistema como switch.… Expand
  47. Nachodip
    May 2, 2021
    0
    There's hardly any innovation in it. They failed miserably. They shouldn't have continued with the gondola. There should have been a free playable character on the overworld who tracks a Pokemon, camouflages itself and adapts to the surroundings, lures it with food/berries and waits patiently in one place to take a picture. Imagine if there was a way to camouflage a camera in an decoy andThere's hardly any innovation in it. They failed miserably. They shouldn't have continued with the gondola. There should have been a free playable character on the overworld who tracks a Pokemon, camouflages itself and adapts to the surroundings, lures it with food/berries and waits patiently in one place to take a picture. Imagine if there was a way to camouflage a camera in an decoy and put it in a nest or in a cave to take pictures there or to follow the herd from the air with a drone. You could have gotten so much out of it. But they were too lazy to do that, they were also too lazy to put in all Pokemon.… Expand
  48. lolhhh
    May 1, 2021
    10
    not sure why this game is being review bombed but it honestly doesn't deserve it it is an improvement in every way from the originals the gameplay is fine graphics are superb and superior to swsh and the new mechanic spice up would be boring segments
  49. Pesciplume
    May 1, 2021
    10
    Recién voy iniciando y es una experiencia muy buena. Los gráficos están muy bien y se siente casi como su predecesor. Tiene muchos Pokemon, no pierde la simpleza pero no por eso se convierte en un juego fácil. A mi hermano le ha encantado y es descubrir mundos muy distintos a lo acostumbrado.
  50. wozie
    May 1, 2021
    2
    After seeing how hyped some people were to play this game, I decided to check it out. Here are my thoughts on it:
    It's a $60 game where all you do is... take pictures of Pokémon. That's it. That's all you do. For $60.
    This game sums what Nintendo does at its best: relying on nostalgia to sell low-effort, overpriced exclusives. I admit, they have 2 great exclusive titles for the Switch    After seeing how hyped some people were to play this game, I decided to check it out. Here are my thoughts on it:
    It's a $60 game where all you do is... take pictures of Pokémon. That's it. That's all you do. For $60.

    This game sums what Nintendo does at its best: relying on nostalgia to sell low-effort, overpriced exclusives. I admit, they have 2 great exclusive titles for the Switch but, other than those, that's exactly what happens.

    New Pokémon Snap literally looks and plays like it could be a $10 game for iOS and Android and I'm not even joking. If anything, it should be a mini-game in the main series, because there's not enough substance for it to be a full-priced standalone game.    … Expand
  51. JOKINHA
    May 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This looks like what swsh should look like, and it even better than the original when it comes to gameplay، although not for everyone this game perfectly satysfies its target audience, as any game should… Expand
  52. Andmyaxe90
    May 1, 2021
    8
    The game is fun, looks beautiful. It's a shame the evolution mechanics are gone, though.
  53. BackProblems
    May 1, 2021
    2
    I'm here to give you a real review of the game, not a 10, not a 0. To start off this is at BEST a pretty game to look at. At worst this is a bland, boring, repetitive nostalgia bait game that costs about 3x as much as it should. This game in total is 6 HOURS TO COMPLETE. 6 hours, including cutscenes, tutorials, and story segments. No, not all of the Pokémon are in the game, maybe aboutI'm here to give you a real review of the game, not a 10, not a 0. To start off this is at BEST a pretty game to look at. At worst this is a bland, boring, repetitive nostalgia bait game that costs about 3x as much as it should. This game in total is 6 HOURS TO COMPLETE. 6 hours, including cutscenes, tutorials, and story segments. No, not all of the Pokémon are in the game, maybe about 15-20%, there are no secret paths, or special evolutions, this is a very basic game, that only improves from the original with graphics, in terms of gameplay there are very little in terms of significant improvements. I can't even recommend this game over the original, as it felt special, and you earned abilities that really made the game feel special, and the photographs felt unique and interesting. In 'New' Pokémon Snap, you gain star ratings for photos, that seem to be entirely random, sometimes you'll get 4 stars for an idle Pokémon, and sometimes it's 3 stars, pretty much random and never explained in game. This game much like the Pokémon franchise in general as of late is completely overhyped, and undelivers in nearly every single aspect. Do not buy this game, it is a complete waste of your money, and your time.… Expand
  54. AndRooCBR
    May 1, 2021
    9
    This game is worth it for the Nostalgia. Not much has changed except for the slightly updated graphics and different Pokemon. Same sense of wonder when spotting Pokemon, same relaxing, casual game.

    That's almost exactly what I was looking for, so points for that. My girlfriend, who doesn't play games much, loves it. There could be a little less repetition and a few more options to change    This game is worth it for the Nostalgia. Not much has changed except for the slightly updated graphics and different Pokemon. Same sense of wonder when spotting Pokemon, same relaxing, casual game.

    That's almost exactly what I was looking for, so points for that. My girlfriend, who doesn't play games much, loves it.

    There could be a little less repetition and a few more options to change angles. It could also have a few more levels with a little more variety. But, in my opinion, it's still very much worth a buy - either for nostalgia or for casual game players.    … Expand
  55. Nudie
    May 1, 2021
    1
    Waste of money, should be worth way less!! No evolutions, repetitive game... where is all the fun Easter eggs and secret ways to evolve Pokémon?? All gone, feels dull and rushed.
  56. MaddoxWhite
    May 1, 2021
    9
    A really enjoyable high score type game. A decent amount of replay value, with all of the charm of the original.
  57. Jimmy1010
    May 1, 2021
    10
    Beautiful scenic views and pokemon characters full of life. A relaxing game that is best played for fun and with the aspect that you've gotta catch em all.
  58. Rikyun
    May 1, 2021
    6
    For a 60USD game Pokemon Snap is not worth it. It sure feels right and amazing for a first play, but slowly becomes a boring game. If you can get it with some discount then purchase it, but keep your money safe from paying the whole price.

    Pros: +Amazing graphics considering is a switch game. +It brings nostalgia of the first game, which is an amazing feeling for the first day.    For a 60USD game Pokemon Snap is not worth it. It sure feels right and amazing for a first play, but slowly becomes a boring game. If you can get it with some discount then purchase it, but keep your money safe from paying the whole price.

    Pros:
    +Amazing graphics considering is a switch game.
    +It brings nostalgia of the first game, which is an amazing feeling for the first day.
    +Watching some characters and pokemon living in this scripted world first amazing the first time, and even the second one.
    +Having some missions to accomplish gives you purpose to replay
    +Watching pokemon doing something related to their environment gives the impression of a living game.

    Cons:
    -Is not a 60USD game, it lack play ability and content to justify the whole price, sure making it look pretty does not justify the whole price.
    -It lacks puzzles, I spent the first day excited waited to unlock the right level or tool to help me solve any puzzle to get some evolution or secret pictures, or hidden pokemon, there are none of this.
    -Once I realize there are no puzzle to solve, or hidden content to unlock the game started to feel repetitive and boring.
    -Some tools like the music feel worthless I spent almost all my levels playing it, and can´t see any difference or reaction to the music.
    -Scripted trails with no hidden paths or alternative routes (Routes only have 1 and they are very small)
    -Not clear rating mechanics, sometimes you make a pokemon do something new and crazy and it is a 1 star, and sometimes it is in idle animation and it has 2 or 3 stars.    … Expand
  59. PolygonPal
    May 1, 2021
    9
    After 20 years, we finally get a sequel that fans from gen 1 have been begging for.

    The Good: Arcade like rail "shooting" goodness. Beautiful and vibrant locations filled with fun interactions between Pokemon. Easy to pick up and play. The Star system encourages finding all the interesting quirks of Pokemon. The Bad: Why is there grind here? This ain't an RPG. Areas feel    After 20 years, we finally get a sequel that fans from gen 1 have been begging for.

    The Good:
    Arcade like rail "shooting" goodness.
    Beautiful and vibrant locations filled with fun interactions between Pokemon.
    Easy to pick up and play.
    The Star system encourages finding all the interesting quirks of Pokemon.

    The Bad:
    Why is there grind here? This ain't an RPG.
    Areas feel cluttered and cramped compared to the original N64 title, making it hard to grab pics of every mon in one go.
    Ironically, adding a story feels like a downgrade to the original having none at all.
    Still being able to only submit one photo per Pokemon is aggravating with the new Star system.

    Details:
    New Pokemon Snap is literally what it says on the case. It's an attempt to bring back the one and done deal of the original spinoff title that many fans have been begging get made for 20 years. With hundreds more Pokemon available(as of the time of this writing, a documented total of, funnily enough, 151 more to be exact over the original) the courses are jam packed with as many wild Pokemon as possible, especially when it comes to having multiple of the same type in one area(like Buffolant, which would naturally move in herds, what with being afro wearing buffalo and all). The controls are a bit simpler than many may remember. Unlike the original version, you do not have to use the "aim" button to snap photos, you can simply take them at any time, with that function now being swapped to a "zoom" function to get a better shot. Apples return as "fluffruit" and function identically, making most Pokemon come closer and better face the camera. The two new major functions are "Illumina orbs" and "Scanning". The Illumina orb replaces the Pester Ball and can cause certain reactions from Pokemon while Scanning has various uses depending on the context of where it was used(like uncovering hidden Pokemon or getting a hint). That said, some new issues have arrived from the 20 years of waiting. Unlike Oak, who just wanted some pictures of the local wildlife, Professor Mirror has a much more detailed reason for being here and needing your help. Unfortunately, it's not terribly interesting and rather feels like it's in the way, which leads to my next complaint. Grinding. You must play levels multiple times over, trying to increase your exploration level to unlock alternate versions of each of the levels, and on all routes. Raising the level changes the positions of certain Pokemon and adds in others, which increases the effective number of stages by quite a lot. But at the core this unfortunately means taking the same shots over and over a few times just to unlock a variant of the stage you were just playing. A new system that works better is the Star system. Pokemon will perform a variety of behaviors that are all given a rank of 1-4 stars. This system makes finding all the unique behaviors much more rewarding as originally you simply wanted the action that gave the most points, any other shot was worthless. Now the game encourages you to snap pictures of Pokemon you have already seen because they might be a ranking you haven't gotten yet.

    Verdict:
    Gameplay: B+
    Graphics: B
    Charm: A
    Replayability: A
    Good Vibes: A+
    Professor Mirror: Sadly not as good as Oak.

    Recommended towards those that utterly love Pokemon and need something they can play in small bursts.    … Expand
  60. JonnyTompkins
    May 1, 2021
    10
    We've been waiting diligently, and that wait has paid off with a quality game that shows what Pokemon truly could be if the right developers took liberties with the franchise.

    Illumina Pokemon? A much more interesting gimmick than Dynamax, AND it has an explanation to what it actually is and does (unlike GameFreak's "I don't know" when asked what is really happening when a Pokemon    We've been waiting diligently, and that wait has paid off with a quality game that shows what Pokemon truly could be if the right developers took liberties with the franchise.

    Illumina Pokemon? A much more interesting gimmick than Dynamax, AND it has an explanation to what it actually is and does (unlike GameFreak's "I don't know" when asked what is really happening when a Pokemon dynamaxes.)

    Photos become very personable and the tools to edit are very in depth. Only issue I took was why does it take so long for the blur setting to move from left to right?

    The photodex is also very interactive and allows you to rotate the high quality models, make them perform brilliant animations, and give actual up to date battle cry sounds that don't rip your ear to shreds. I never knew how much I wanted updated Pokemon cries until playing New Snap.

    Lastly the gameplay and graphics are wonderful. I can't stress enough how much more BandaiNamco reached Pokemon's potential far better than GameFreak has in over 20 years.    … Expand
  61. hinfectos
    May 1, 2021
    4
    Comprado de salida por 49'99€ creo que el juego podría haber dado más. Los diálogos y tutoriales pueden ser un poco pesados y se hace aburrida la experiencia.

    A pesar de que el videojuego es entretenido (en lo que respecta a mi opinión) y las mecánicas son diferentes a lo normalmente visto en Pokémon, creo que les ha quedado una versión un poco más light de lo que realmente podría haber    Comprado de salida por 49'99€ creo que el juego podría haber dado más. Los diálogos y tutoriales pueden ser un poco pesados y se hace aburrida la experiencia.

    A pesar de que el videojuego es entretenido (en lo que respecta a mi opinión) y las mecánicas son diferentes a lo normalmente visto en Pokémon, creo que les ha quedado una versión un poco más light de lo que realmente podría haber sido el videojuego.

    Seguiré jugando pero veo difícil el completarlo porque apenas he desbloqueado la tercera y cuarta zona y ya me está resultando un poco pesado. Una pena, porque recordaba con gusto el juego de N64.    … Expand
  62. Zzechoes
    May 1, 2021
    10
    10 hours in after a night, such a delight to play, not too much to say on it you snap pokemon and interact with them but it the moment to moment gameplay and the surprise and wonder that makes it
  63. CDizzness
    May 1, 2021
    9
    I bought this game so I could watch other people play it primarily, but it's freaking amazing. The animations are top notch, the environments are gorgeous. This game pushes the Switch pretty hard, yet maintains a constant locked frame rate. (Unlike original Snap) All of the upgrades, new Pokemon, animations and overall visuals give this game major appeal. Even if you are just watching fromI bought this game so I could watch other people play it primarily, but it's freaking amazing. The animations are top notch, the environments are gorgeous. This game pushes the Switch pretty hard, yet maintains a constant locked frame rate. (Unlike original Snap) All of the upgrades, new Pokemon, animations and overall visuals give this game major appeal. Even if you are just watching from the sidelines.… Expand
  64. Fer_B
    May 1, 2021
    10
    El juego hace lo q tiene q hacer y de una forma sublime, expandir sobre el original y mejorarlo en todos los aspectos posibles (gráficos, rejugabilidad, presentación, historia, jugabilidad, etc). Obviamente al ser un juego in rail shooter se puede sentir cierta falta de control pero si ignoras eso y te gustan los pokemons y las fotografías o uno de ambos podemos asegurar que esta es elEl juego hace lo q tiene q hacer y de una forma sublime, expandir sobre el original y mejorarlo en todos los aspectos posibles (gráficos, rejugabilidad, presentación, historia, jugabilidad, etc). Obviamente al ser un juego in rail shooter se puede sentir cierta falta de control pero si ignoras eso y te gustan los pokemons y las fotografías o uno de ambos podemos asegurar que esta es el mejor spinoffs de la franquicia y esa valla es alta.… Expand
  65. VestOfHolding
    May 1, 2021
    9
    New Pokemon Snap is the perfect amount of relaxation I needed right now. I love seeing Pokemon interact with these various environments and getting the best pictures I can of them. The previous Pokemon Snap game was missing more Pokemon and more levels, and that's what this game delivers. Many courses have both a day and night version, as well as alternate hidden routes, which does a greatNew Pokemon Snap is the perfect amount of relaxation I needed right now. I love seeing Pokemon interact with these various environments and getting the best pictures I can of them. The previous Pokemon Snap game was missing more Pokemon and more levels, and that's what this game delivers. Many courses have both a day and night version, as well as alternate hidden routes, which does a great job of getting more Pokemon and scenarios for them without the devs having to create 20+ courses from scratch.

    This game doesn't not have all 900+ Pokemon, and frankly, anyone who is expecting that is kidding themselves. That's way too many for a game where the devs aren't just creating their 3D models and putting battle animations on them, but carefully placing and pathing them and their behaviors into really cool environments. Plus, there's always DLC, which I would massively look forward to with this game.

    Is it a 10? Eh, the graphics and lighting have room for improvement at the very least, but what it does present is bright, fun, and just generally great. I'll absolutely be doing multiple playthroughs with this as my new zen game.    … Expand
  66. myjy
    May 1, 2021
    5
    Got rid of the evolutions so it it’s incredibly boring now. No mind games to see how to Use the environment. It’s such a let down I wasted my money for nostalgia.
  67. Copperpaw
    May 1, 2021
    10
    These 0 star reviews are a total bunch of BS. The game is fine. Its not a traditional pokemon game and never has been. It keeps with the originals formula and adds in SOME of the new pokemon. The whole game is set on "rails" and its a decent challenge to snap the picture in time with the right boxes ticked off. Im giving it a 10 because so far im enjoying a game that i knew who it would beThese 0 star reviews are a total bunch of BS. The game is fine. Its not a traditional pokemon game and never has been. It keeps with the originals formula and adds in SOME of the new pokemon. The whole game is set on "rails" and its a decent challenge to snap the picture in time with the right boxes ticked off. Im giving it a 10 because so far im enjoying a game that i knew who it would be going into it.… Expand
  68. PaleEyedFever
    May 1, 2021
    10
    Not sure what's up with all the review bombing but this game is packed with charm, and showcases an ever-evolving world you're able to capture through an in-game camera. If you loved the original title and are looking for a new and improved version with more fleshed out mechanics, then look no further. But if the idea of taking photos of pokemon bores you then maybe this isn't the game forNot sure what's up with all the review bombing but this game is packed with charm, and showcases an ever-evolving world you're able to capture through an in-game camera. If you loved the original title and are looking for a new and improved version with more fleshed out mechanics, then look no further. But if the idea of taking photos of pokemon bores you then maybe this isn't the game for you. Only giving it a 10 to offset the 0 ratings that this game definitely does not deserve. So far it seems like a solid 8.5/10 game. Love it!… Expand
  69. oreganoCure
    May 1, 2021
    10
    It's not a perfect game, but I really don't understand what all these zeros are about. It's a new game using the formula of the old one. Were people expecting something different? It's absolutely gorgeous, and as a pokemon fan, the way these pokemon are given life really makes me crave a mainline game with this level of polish. Being what's essentially a rail shooter, it's definitely not aIt's not a perfect game, but I really don't understand what all these zeros are about. It's a new game using the formula of the old one. Were people expecting something different? It's absolutely gorgeous, and as a pokemon fan, the way these pokemon are given life really makes me crave a mainline game with this level of polish. Being what's essentially a rail shooter, it's definitely not a game for everyone. It's very linear and literally on rails, but that's only there to serve the purpose of giving the world the gorgeous scenery with pokemon acting in ways you'd definitely never find in Sword and Shield. It has the chance to get repetitive, but going through a stage again changes things in little ways. You see something new every time, especially when you focus your attention in different directions than before. As someone who enjoys the aesthetics of a game just as much as the gameplay, this game was spot on for me. I'm loving my time with it, and if you want to be immersed in the pokemon version of nature photography and ecological cataloging, this game might be for you!… Expand
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#80 Best Switch Game of 2021
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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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