New Pokemon Snap

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6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 651 Ratings

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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
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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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