Pokemon Legends: Arceus

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3825 Ratings

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  1. mortalvii
    Apr 20, 2022
    10
    In my top 3 pokemon games, love the story, gameplay, and graphics. It's a refreshing new type of pokemon game that is enjoyable with some of the best and most enjoyable shiny hunting ever in a pokemon game.
  2. D0MlNlK
    Apr 22, 2022
    8
    Nice game, but open world is not open. Your choices don't matter, but is normal in pokemon series. New graphic is good.
  3. MaxRh1608
    Jun 16, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ich gebe 10 punkte weil die Grafik nicht wirklich das gelbe vom Ei war und das Ziel allen pokémon zu begegnen dann doch sehr schwer zu erreichen war aber trozdem macht es dieses Spiel nicht wirklich schlechter außerdem war es wirklich mal was anderes im Gegensatz zu allen anderen pokémon Teilen (im positiven Sinne). Z. B das Kampf system oder die einzigartigen boss Kämpfe (Die Pokémon in rage) Außerdem fände ich den Kampf gegen Volo unglaublich gut gemacht weil obwohl man die perfekten pokémon zuvor für diesen Kampf bekommen hat war es trotzdem unglaublich schwer und hat Sehr viel Spaß gemacht es war auf jedenfalls ein einziges artiges Erlebnis und ich hoffe das die nicht so gute Grafik den Käufer erschreckt und sie es sich deswegen nicht kaufen.… Expand
  4. Christian_TV
    Aug 27, 2022
    9
    a breath of fresh air in the Pokémon brand. a game that I enjoyed so much. Perhaps one of the best Pokemon games, along with Black and White.
  5. AnUnknownUser
    May 30, 2022
    10
    Very good game. Me and my older brothers are loving this game. I'm glad we got a chance to play this amazing game :) If you like Pokémon, I would recommend you buy this game :) This gives a new style to Pokémon games :)
  6. ThePatheticOne3
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    This was an extremely enjoyable game, its a breath of fresh air for anyone feeling burnout from the more traditional Pokémon games.
  7. ThWhisper
    Jun 6, 2022
    10
    Refreshing fun and awesome spinoff. New animations and waus to play yet keeping true to it's old nature.
  8. SMG31
    Jun 6, 2022
    9
    Asides from the fact that the titular Arceus appears very little in the game this is without a doubt one of the best Pokémon games of all time, I really mean it, I love Pokémon and this is just fantastic
  9. RosannaHomarra
    Jun 10, 2022
    8
    Great walking start to make the Pokémon franchise bigger and better and more importantly, free. Recommended.
  10. AShinyG1ratina
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    Definitely the most fun I've ever had with a Pokemon game. The shiny hunting in this game is how they should continue to approach the aspect in the future.
  11. Nintendist
    Jun 29, 2022
    10
    this is so GOOD, one of the BEST game on Nintendo Switch avaiable now. i really love Arceus
  12. Oleksandr_Levi
    Jul 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Це найкраща гра про Покемонів за весь час , чудові анімації , цікавий напіввідкритий світ , різноманітність покемонів та їх нові цікаві еволюції ,сюжет нарешті став цікавим . Полювання стало насправді захоплюючим . 11/10 отримав просто неймовірні емоції… Expand
  13. Madbert
    Jul 9, 2022
    8
    Jan 28, 2022

    Evidentemente estamos ante el mejor juego de Pokemon que se haya desarrollado nunca, es súper entretenido y a nivel gráfico hay partes que se prestan a foto. Comprendo que haya gente que esperase más del apartado técnico sabiendo que la consola puede y este Pokemon está lejos de alcanzar el potencial que podían hacer. Dicho esto no voy a valorar los gráficos, Sencillamente    Jan 28, 2022

    Evidentemente estamos ante el mejor juego de Pokemon que se haya desarrollado nunca, es súper entretenido y a nivel gráfico hay partes que se prestan a foto. Comprendo que haya gente que esperase más del apartado técnico sabiendo que la consola puede y este Pokemon está lejos de alcanzar el potencial que podían hacer. Dicho esto no voy a valorar los gráficos, Sencillamente es el pokemon con mejores gráficos. Loq ue si voy a valorar es el repetitivismo de la saga, no puede ser a estas alturas que todos y cada uno de los Pokemon hagan exactamente lo mismo sin apenas ninguna variación. Sabemos que se trata de cazar Pokemon pero coño que el 95% del juego se hacer eso una y otra vez y que para colmo al llegar al final del juego, el boss o bosses finales te obliguen a subir otros 20 niveles de golpe para poder vencer al juego es totalmente ridículo (y frustrante por cierto) Le doy un 8 porque no estoy valorando los gráficos, la próxima entrega si lo haré porque ya ha habido un precedente.    … Expand
  14. DolphinReviews
    Jul 19, 2022
    8
    I have been waiting for this game since Pokémon: The First Movie. Pokémon Legends: Arceus breaks the stagnant mold Pokémon games have been following since Red and Blue. The new catching mechanic and open word is something I have been craving forever. The new Pokémon are mostly great additions. However, the graphics leave a lot to be desired. There is also a lot of stiff characterI have been waiting for this game since Pokémon: The First Movie. Pokémon Legends: Arceus breaks the stagnant mold Pokémon games have been following since Red and Blue. The new catching mechanic and open word is something I have been craving forever. The new Pokémon are mostly great additions. However, the graphics leave a lot to be desired. There is also a lot of stiff character animations and the story is bare bones. The core gameplay is exactly the direction I hope Pokémon continues. The new boss battles are also a welcome addition, as well as, the large amount of side quests the game has to offer. Shining hunting is also easily the most fun it has ever been. If you are a Pokémon fan this is definitely a must buy.… Expand
  15. levipon
    Aug 5, 2022
    8
    It's something different than usual. As a long-term pokémon can I really liked the new open-world setting and the idea of going back to the roots of catching and research. Being a complete opposite of the others game in the franchise has its ups and downs. I certainly missed the gym battles even tho I also kinda hated them in previous titles. Nonetheless they gave some feelings of success.It's something different than usual. As a long-term pokémon can I really liked the new open-world setting and the idea of going back to the roots of catching and research. Being a complete opposite of the others game in the franchise has its ups and downs. I certainly missed the gym battles even tho I also kinda hated them in previous titles. Nonetheless they gave some feelings of success. The idea with the rank system is a decent replacement. I'd love a pokémon game with the traditional setting that's open like this game. For me that'd be a perfect combination.… Expand
  16. sasashimi
    Aug 13, 2022
    9
    I always gave Pokemon franchised game 10/10, but plz reconsider the so called open-world mode next time...
  17. Bigman82
    Aug 19, 2022
    9
    this game is really good one of the best pokemon games the only bad thing is that the graphics arent great
  18. lucinhagamer
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    this is a really good game with good aspects, i love everything here, love it
  19. GRAFAIAI
    Sep 1, 2022
    10
    this game is very amazing, the gameplay looks so fresh and good. i love it til the end
  20. TrainerGoose
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    The game was great but it had some flaws. Invisible barriers next to trees that would kick pokeballs in different directions. Could have had more pokemon too. I mean Ratatta wasn't in the game. Surely there were rats in the past. xD But overall I loved the game and have spent many hours playing. Shiny odds were broken though. Too easy to get a shiny.
  21. ZakaryJNicholls
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    As an old school pokemon master, I initially disliked the mechanics of this game.
    But when you learn the mechanics, this game is everything the original pokemon could have been if the technology had been stronger at the time.
    After about 100 hours I've come to absolutely love this game. The gameplay is excellent, the story is quite dense, and it's just a very successful game. If you    As an old school pokemon master, I initially disliked the mechanics of this game.
    But when you learn the mechanics, this game is everything the original pokemon could have been if the technology had been stronger at the time.
    After about 100 hours I've come to absolutely love this game. The gameplay is excellent, the story is quite dense, and it's just a very successful game.
    If you like pokemon, you should give this a go.    … Expand
  22. AngryNoivern
    Oct 11, 2022
    9
    the only problems I have are the graphics can be a bit spotty here and there and at distance pop in and frame rate issues on wild Pokémon and the lack of voice acting which at this point in the whole franchise is long overdue.

    exploring and catching are incredible, the battles feel a lot nicer than they have in the past (although it would be nice to use more than one in multi battles),    the only problems I have are the graphics can be a bit spotty here and there and at distance pop in and frame rate issues on wild Pokémon and the lack of voice acting which at this point in the whole franchise is long overdue.

    exploring and catching are incredible, the battles feel a lot nicer than they have in the past (although it would be nice to use more than one in multi battles), and the fact that wild Pokémon can and do go after you while exploring adds just that bit more excitement to this cake.

    and great news to shiny hunters its definitely more fun and easy to catch a shiny Pokémon with how the pokedex works in this game. once you catch a new Pokémon you need to fill out the whole entry to unlock all it info and if you get to level 10 research it bosts the shiny odds of that Pokémon.

    so if you haven't played this game yet id say go at and enjoy this new yet familiar region    … Expand
  23. BloodShadow
    Oct 27, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its very refreshing to see a new direction to the franchise, i love the open zone and the catching mechanic. The concept of every character being an ancestor to characters from other games was a cool touch and allowed for cool easter eggs. Love the side missions, some of them being very interesting, and the fact that you can leave pokemon on the base that are then standing there makes it fell like your base is very unique to your pokemon likings.
    The fighting mechanic was also a great change, which made it very fun and suprisingly challenging sometimes, the levels of the pokemon dont matter as much as previous games, where pokemon 30 level below you can easily one-shot you.
    My biggest gripe whit the game is the fact that both shaymin and darkray are locked behind buying sword or shield and diamond or pearl remake respectivly, which makes it so you cant actually get arceus (the pokemon whos name is on the title )unless you buy both those games or play pokemon go until they show up.
    Finally the Volo fight was one of the most awesome boss fights i ever played, from the new version of Cinthyas theme, to the Cinthyas pokemon team, the giratina fight and origin form, and 6v8 concept, all of it was amazing.    … Expand
  24. Jonragels1987
    Nov 13, 2022
    9
    Finally, an open world pokemon will action in it.

    The Good: New formula, Open world, Pokemon living ( and defending) in their homes in the wild. Gameplay feels nice and smooth. Lots of content after the main plot. not the same old reused formula over and over. We got something new and it worked fantastic. The Bad: I feel as of the main plot was short-lived. Vast world feels empty at    Finally, an open world pokemon will action in it.

    The Good: New formula, Open world, Pokemon living ( and defending) in their homes in the wild. Gameplay feels nice and smooth. Lots of content after the main plot. not the same old reused formula over and over. We got something new and it worked fantastic. The Bad: I feel as of the main plot was short-lived. Vast world feels empty at times. No voice acting. Overall it's a great way to revamp the pokemon series. It feels good and I hope to see more of this formula continue in the next installation.    … Expand
  25. Prizmeta57
    Feb 19, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game got each member of my family pregnant including me buy if you want pregnant… Expand
  26. Cesarantony
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This game is very important for the franchise with the mitologic explanation about arceus, but have some problems with the graphics that so many times make the game looks kinda weird
  27. LikeFahrenheit
    Apr 29, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the catching and boss fights are the best things from this game and should be a mainstay, everything else is par the course from the series. looks ugly and animations are mediocre. missing a lot of content that would greatly improve the game. Arceus should've been the focus of the climax, not Dialga/Palkia, since that is what the game is called. good game overall.… Expand
  28. ZYMROD
    Nov 25, 2022
    6
    Totalmente decepcionante en cuanto a historia, carisma, personajes y horrible tutorial. Y con ello tenemos una horrible implementación técnica y de rendimiento que sorprende lo mal ejecutado en una consola de su propia empresa. Lo único salvable son algunas mecánicas como la captura y seudo mundo abierto.
  29. Shilach
    Nov 24, 2022
    0
    You haven't played it ? you haven't tried it ? You weren't sure about it ? WHAT are you waiting for XD It's such an awesome game! While personal taste, going to a more "old" time setting, is what I love most. So being in a pokemon game that took part in the past is amazing!

    Experience: It's great, interacting with pokemon, catching em without interacting is fun. Being able to craft    You haven't played it ? you haven't tried it ? You weren't sure about it ? WHAT are you waiting for XD It's such an awesome game! While personal taste, going to a more "old" time setting, is what I love most. So being in a pokemon game that took part in the past is amazing!

    Experience: It's great, interacting with pokemon, catching em without interacting is fun. Being able to craft pokebals like sweet! Pokemons being able to attack you, I'll tell you. I wish that there will be another title like this :) Hopefully jhoto in the past!

    Also for you people out there that NEVER got a shiny pokemon, this game will guarantee that you'll enjoy shiny hunting XD    … Expand
  30. gian_pkr
    Dec 28, 2022
    8
    One of the best pokemon games so far. Graphic could be better (it would be a 10 with good graphic) but it has an amazing gameplay and performance are pretty stable and everything works fine. Hope for the future of pokemon games!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 118 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 102 out of 118
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 118
  3. Negative: 0 out of 118
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 30, 2024
    80
    Definitely not a bad game. It handles its mechanics perfectly, and as long as it doesn't try to talk at you, you'll enjoy it. It's the first step on the road to new games with Pokémon on the cover, and the good sales could be the main reason to continue similar work and experimentation. [Issue#317]
  2. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Oct 19, 2022
    85
    Acreus came out just a few months after Diamond & Pearl remake. Isn’t that too soon? Actually, no. Pokémon Legends: Arceus is the most innovative, revolutionary, and maybe simply the best Pokémon game of the last decade. [Issue#259, p.48]
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    May 13, 2022
    90
    This really does feel like a big step forward for a series that famously plays things safe, and I'm excited to see where the franchise will go next! [Issue #58 – March/April 2022, p. 72]
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