Pokemon: Let's Go, Pikachu!

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  1. Link294
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    No hagáis caso a las puntuaciones de los haters que no están contentos con este juegazo al que lo único que lo diferencia de un pokemon de toda la vida es el sistema de captura. Si sois fans de pokemon no os arrepentireis es el mejor que he jugado desde blanco y negro y eso dice mucho, animaos a por el y no os arrepentireis
  2. StabWaifu
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    When I first saw the trailer for this, I was overwhelmed with nostalgia. It didn't matter that it was "another" remake. It didn't matter that it was very much geared towards kids of this generation. What mattered is that it was Pokémon. I maintained that thought process through the reveals, always sharing them with my seven year old son. I can't tell you how moved I was when he realized heWhen I first saw the trailer for this, I was overwhelmed with nostalgia. It didn't matter that it was "another" remake. It didn't matter that it was very much geared towards kids of this generation. What mattered is that it was Pokémon. I maintained that thought process through the reveals, always sharing them with my seven year old son. I can't tell you how moved I was when he realized he could put Psyduck in the Pokeball and take it for a walk with him.

    We waited, patiently for the day that it came out. We stood outside GameStop for nearly two hours, just to make sure we got our copy as soon as possible. And we've both been so happy. We've been playing it non-stop, except to go for walks with Psyduck!

    The mechanics are simpler. Feed a berry, throw a ball. It's not complicated. This is actually good in my opinion. I could try and explain IVs/EVs and stuff to my son, and he wouldn't understand it now. What he does understand is "That's a big Psyduck", and "That Psyduck has a blue number for speed so that means it's faster!" Simple. Easy. Clear. It's a good way to ease the newer generation into a franchise that's been going since we were kids.

    There's enough new things to keep it exciting while being nostalgic (at least in my opinion).

    I get that a lot of people have reviewed this game and given it a negative score because it's a "dumbed down" version of Yellow. But think about it from a younger child's perspective, and remember that this IS a kid game. It was advertised as being a kid game.

    Go back to when you were a kid and none of those things mattered. None of them existed. Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu/Eevee is this generations Blue/Red/Yellow. Think of it from that angle and you'll realize why this game is so amazing.    … Expand
  3. Minus4
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    From what i'v played so far it's a great game! Most of the people here who rated it so low either didn't play it or are butt hurt it's not aimed at the hardcore fans.

    I haven't played a Pokemon game since Pokemon crystal for the Gameboy color and this really brings me back. Is it perfect? No. Is it fun? Yes and that for me that's the only metric that matters. Not to mention the fact    From what i'v played so far it's a great game! Most of the people here who rated it so low either didn't play it or are butt hurt it's not aimed at the hardcore fans.

    I haven't played a Pokemon game since Pokemon crystal for the Gameboy color and this really brings me back. Is it perfect? No. Is it fun? Yes and that for me that's the only metric that matters. Not to mention the fact that its a great game to play with my niece and nephew.

    if you want to go back to play blue,red,green,yellow with updated graphics and a few changes pick up this game especially if you want to share the same experience you had ~20 years ago with someone younger    … Expand
  4. le_reddit_face
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    This is EASILY the best Pokemon game since Heartgold/Soulsilver. - Reddit Gold Premium User
  5. kazumats
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Simply amazed by how beautiful the game looks, it is a great filler game while the main pokemon game is under development and a nice attempt at trying to get pokemon go players into the community even though I'm not sure how effective it will be.
    This game brings back memories from the original pokemon yellow and I truely think it does not deserve so much hate from the hardcore pokemon    Simply amazed by how beautiful the game looks, it is a great filler game while the main pokemon game is under development and a nice attempt at trying to get pokemon go players into the community even though I'm not sure how effective it will be.
    This game brings back memories from the original pokemon yellow and I truely think it does not deserve so much hate from the hardcore pokemon fans, it might be considerably easier and many of the mechanisms have been changed but just relax and have some fun and learn to appreciate what we have for now.    … Expand
  6. Phienix666
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Un juego excelente y que revive la region de kanton de una manera sublime..
  7. simonyangcf
    Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Love this game so much , although removed some wild battles from mainstream pokemon rpg , but its a good new experience though, but i still think that they should make wild pokemon battles like snorlax , fight + defeat then catch.
  8. Darkcatk
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Game's a blast, awesome remixes, got rid of major annoyances like random encounters and the need of a HMO slave Pokemon.
    Very fun and totally recommend to anyone old and new to the series.
  9. RaoChibiiki
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Great game! It does surely revive that old feeling of the Kanto region with all the pokemon from then.
  10. Valknhyne
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    As someone who actually played it, and whinging fanboys aside, this game is actually really solid. It may not be the most content heavy title, but that doesn't make it less enjoyable to play. I've seen some people claim the framerate has issues but as someone who has actually played it, it is stable 99% of the time with the occasional dips for maybe a couple seconds here and there. I don'tAs someone who actually played it, and whinging fanboys aside, this game is actually really solid. It may not be the most content heavy title, but that doesn't make it less enjoyable to play. I've seen some people claim the framerate has issues but as someone who has actually played it, it is stable 99% of the time with the occasional dips for maybe a couple seconds here and there. I don't think it's a big deal and I barely notice it. There's also no real "paywalls" either, since the only content locked behind a paywall is a children's peripheral that holds a Pokémon, that has no bearing on completing the Dex, and is outclassed in combat by various other 'mons.

    The fanboys are brigading, but maybe they should actually play the game before leaving a review. Waa waa waa.    … Expand
  11. CanaldoLudo
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    The game is just like it was promised. A simple and funny game not as heavy as the mains series. Good to have fun with friends and give them the first steps on the franchise. The ones that cant understand the purpose of this game obviously will hate. tis just a Spinoff, (yes i know they said it was a core game, but also said that is not a mainline game), So, its just a spinoff a littleThe game is just like it was promised. A simple and funny game not as heavy as the mains series. Good to have fun with friends and give them the first steps on the franchise. The ones that cant understand the purpose of this game obviously will hate. tis just a Spinoff, (yes i know they said it was a core game, but also said that is not a mainline game), So, its just a spinoff a little more important.

    O game entrega exatamente o que prometeu desde o inicio, não decepciona em nada. Uma vez que é um simples e divertido game que não tem o peso das mecanicas dos jogos principais. Ideal para se divertir levemente com os amigos e mostrar aos novatos os primeiros passos na franquia. Aqueles que não entendem o proposito do game simplificado acabam dando hate mesmo. É simplesmente um Spinoff (eu sei que disseram que é um game core, mas também disseram que apesar de ser core, não é mainline ou seja, não é serie principal, aprendam). è apenas um Spinoff mais importante que os demais.    … Expand
  12. XenaFangasm333
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    My first game was Pokemon Yellow, which I got from a game shack. Ever since, I've been a huge Pokemon fan regardless of butt hurt fan boys who insist on creating toxic environments for what is essentially a children's game. Don't let their vapid negativity surrounding let's go Pikachu and Eevee fool you. It's gorgeous, has all the old Pokemon flavor any main series game had (minus theMy first game was Pokemon Yellow, which I got from a game shack. Ever since, I've been a huge Pokemon fan regardless of butt hurt fan boys who insist on creating toxic environments for what is essentially a children's game. Don't let their vapid negativity surrounding let's go Pikachu and Eevee fool you. It's gorgeous, has all the old Pokemon flavor any main series game had (minus the obvious catch mechanic switch up, which, while not better or worse than the turn by turn, wild battle encounter of past games, still serves to give the let's go vehicles a neat uniqueness), has countless trainer battles, cool emotional beats (I teared up at the cubone storyline), and an overall smooth play style that simultaneously updates old tropes and adds cool new features. Being able to run around zubats in Mt. Moon without destroying the environment with an ungodly amount of repels was a standout. Bringing back the Pokemon follow feature from heart gold and soul silver was amazing, especially since Pokemon are to scale now (Onix is freakin' huge).

    I also imagine these games have fantastic cross-generational appeal. After all, some of those Pokemon fans of the original yellow just might have their own kids now, and with the new 2P system it could be a great way to spend time together. I'm speaking purely hypothetically since I do not have a kid of my own. Unless you count Eevee since she's just so gosh darn cute!

    Are these games dumbed down? Maybe for those select Pokemon "fans" that spend their time making carbon copy teams of whoever's winning all those Pokemon championships with the same boring legendaries. But, it's a perfect game for those of us who simply like to play with our favorites, go on a bright and colorful journey, and watch Eevee pull a Parks and Recreation look towards the camera whenever Jessie and James start spouting nonsense. So don't let those presumably late 20's to early 30's naysayers dissuade you from buying a really fun game. They're pretty much akin to the pre-teen on Call of Duty who starts threatening to fornicate your mother because you're not playing the game correctly. They really just need an Eevee in their life.    … Expand
  13. Piensa_Pensando
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    This is a very good reboot of the Pokemon main titles, with some improvements that a lot of people will like.
  14. Goawayfatman
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Pokémon Let's Go is an extremely well made game that appeals to trainers new and old. The game is a spin off of the original Red, Blue, and Yellow. All of these negative reviews are from Pokémon fans that have no adaptability or recognition of games outside of their comfort zone. I grew up playing the original Pokémon games on Gameboy (pre-color) and 100% vouch for these two newest PokémonPokémon Let's Go is an extremely well made game that appeals to trainers new and old. The game is a spin off of the original Red, Blue, and Yellow. All of these negative reviews are from Pokémon fans that have no adaptability or recognition of games outside of their comfort zone. I grew up playing the original Pokémon games on Gameboy (pre-color) and 100% vouch for these two newest Pokémon games as arguably the best in the series. Although these are GREAT games, I am excited for the more traditional game that is supposed to be release in 2019.… Expand
  15. Christ29297
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Este es un juego perfecto para quien adore a la saga pokemon en sus principios y para los que aprecien las nuevas mecánicas del juego como la nueva forma de captura los movimientos técnicas que para mi han mejorado y el estilo visual del juego dándole un nuevo aire .
    posdata este juego no influirá demasiado al pokemon que saldrá futura mente
  16. zman2134
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    This game is fantastic and does a great job at remaking Yellow version, down to very small details like being able to get all three Kanto starters in the same locations. The only real difference between this and other traditional games is the wild encounters, which it's sad how such a small detail makes everybody hate the game. This is obviously meant to make it similar to GO since theThis game is fantastic and does a great job at remaking Yellow version, down to very small details like being able to get all three Kanto starters in the same locations. The only real difference between this and other traditional games is the wild encounters, which it's sad how such a small detail makes everybody hate the game. This is obviously meant to make it similar to GO since the twogames can connect, which I LOVE by the way. Yellow was my first game when I was a kid, and I have played every generation of pokemon since, and this is the coolestthing to come out since ORAS in 2014. Sure, itmay also be a bit easier also, but since this is the series' first game on a home console, the more broad appealthey're going for this time makes perfect sense. So, in conclusion, it's a greatremakeand a great game overall, but if you really can't get over yourself and give it fair chance, then just wait for next year and leave this game alone.… Expand
  17. OverKill62
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Everyone needs to remember that this is NOT a core pokemon game. That game comes out in 2019. Comparing this game to ultra sun/moon is like comparing them to pokemon snap, quest, or pokken.
    There are some people that say this is to easy of a game and it can be just like any other encounter rpg where you level up. If you out level your opponents then its a cakewalk. Hint, if you want a    Everyone needs to remember that this is NOT a core pokemon game. That game comes out in 2019. Comparing this game to ultra sun/moon is like comparing them to pokemon snap, quest, or pokken.
    There are some people that say this is to easy of a game and it can be just like any other encounter rpg where you level up. If you out level your opponents then its a cakewalk. Hint, if you want a more difficult game turn the battle style to SET. It doesn't give you the option to change out your pokemon when on of theirs faints. You can make these games as hard or as easy as you want. It all depends on playstyle.
    The graphics are great and the cut scenes are fantastic (especially the legendaries). Shiny hunting is a joy and far more enjoyable than sos chains. (After 31 chain, keep an eye on the CP of the pokemon. Higher cp = higher IV).    … Expand
  18. RadicalJesterXL
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    I made an account just to combat these reviews. My Google feed showed me an article with people review bombing this and I had to come forward.

    I'm a Pokemon fan, but not a hardcore one. I stopped playing after Sapphire and Ruby, but was very excited about this game coming to the Switch. It was a dream come true! To have a actually Pokemon came on a home console. I don't want to go deep    I made an account just to combat these reviews. My Google feed showed me an article with people review bombing this and I had to come forward.

    I'm a Pokemon fan, but not a hardcore one. I stopped playing after Sapphire and Ruby, but was very excited about this game coming to the Switch. It was a dream come true! To have a actually Pokemon came on a home console. I don't want to go deep into all this, but the game is fun. The Pokemon go style catching I could have done without, but that aside the game is fun and GREAT to look at. These people saying the graphics are worse than 3ds literally must be insane and blind. I don't understand how you are such a " hardcore fan " yet are sinking this game with bad reviews because of information that had been above long before the game dropped, if you were really sick a hardcore Pokemon fan this would have come at no surprise. I came into this game knowing it wasn't going to be very hard or have a lot of the technical parts of the other games, but I was just looking forward to playing a Pokemon game. Someone said Mewtwo should beat your as and not be a ball chugging match, ummm you have to fight him before you can even catch him....asshat. I strongly advise all who read these go by the actual critic reviews and ignore the user reveiws on this one, people are just so bitter, which is surprising considering it was announced when they announced this game that the 2019 Pokemon would be for the core fans and this was to introduce newer players who never got to experience the Pokemon game that started it all.    … Expand
  19. michaeldso
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    This is the first game I've reviewed and felt compelled to review because the score here is not representative of the quality of the game. In my opinion, this is one of the best Pokemon games I've played, and I say that as someone who has played Pokemon all my life.

    Random encounters were not fun. They were tedious and boring, especially if you stopped and battled each Pokemon you    This is the first game I've reviewed and felt compelled to review because the score here is not representative of the quality of the game. In my opinion, this is one of the best Pokemon games I've played, and I say that as someone who has played Pokemon all my life.

    Random encounters were not fun. They were tedious and boring, especially if you stopped and battled each Pokemon you encountered. Now, your Pokemon gain experience by catching Pokemon and you can later send the Pokemon you don't want to Professor Oak (which feels nicer than leaving hundereds of Pokemon in your box to rot). Doing this rewards candies you can use to increase the stats of your Pokemon. This method feels more tangible and rewarding that the EV grind.

    The graphics are charming and for the first time I actually feel immersed in the Pokemon world. My interactions with Pikachu feel real and I actually feel a bond to my Pokemon, something which Let's go does better than all the previous iterations of the game.    … Expand
  20. AlecC
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Pokemon Lets Go Pikachu is amazing, I don't care what anyone else says about it being for kids as an avid pokemon fan I enjoy the game a lot yes it has a lot of old pokemon in it but you can get mega evolve ones as well.

    A++++++++ Nintendo I can't wait for next year's release Pika Pika
  21. makeithoppy
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    The game is literally everything nintendo said it would be:a remake of yellow with the original pokemon, not the new core game planned for next year, and implemented parts of pokemon go into it. The game has been more entertaining than moon and sun or ultra moon or ultra sun. It is challenging at times like the old games and returns to the roots of the originals. The graphics are great andThe game is literally everything nintendo said it would be:a remake of yellow with the original pokemon, not the new core game planned for next year, and implemented parts of pokemon go into it. The game has been more entertaining than moon and sun or ultra moon or ultra sun. It is challenging at times like the old games and returns to the roots of the originals. The graphics are great and so are the new mechanics. Highly recommend this game. Not exactly why this game is getting review bombed, this game is exactly what it said it was.… Expand
  22. Ragnvaldr
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    I'm rating this a 10 to balance out the overflow of utter **** rating this game low for no valid reason.

    This game is not "trash," this game is not a "lazy cash grab," and it is certainly not "offensive" in any way. The review bombing is childish because you didn't get the Pokemon game you wanted. I don't even like the PoGo catching mechanics and know you're being an **** This    I'm rating this a 10 to balance out the overflow of utter **** rating this game low for no valid reason.

    This game is not "trash," this game is not a "lazy cash grab," and it is certainly not "offensive" in any way. The review bombing is childish because you didn't get the Pokemon game you wanted. I don't even like the PoGo catching mechanics and know you're being an ****

    This entirely new engine, graphical updates, massive amount of love that was put into this game...oh yeah, definitely screams "lazy cash grab." You know what was a lazy cash grab? Pretty much every "third version" of the past games. Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. This isn't.

    This isn't a main series game, it's a spinoff, and y'all are acting like it murdered your childhood out back with a shovel. Get over yourselves. It's a charming, fun, and completely valid game.    … Expand
  23. Bushi
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Uff... What a game, I love it!!!.. Excellent alternative for the pokemon franchise, I hope that many users like it and give a chance to the game that will come out in 2019
  24. Oneechan
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Excelente remake de Pokemon Amarillo, lo estamos disfrutando tanto mi hijo pequeño como yo que lo jugué en su día. Las animaciones cumple y sin ser demasiado casual profundiza lo suficiente en el sistema RPG; por tanto es una buena intro para el Pokemon del 2019. Compra asegurada si te interesa Pokemon y quieres entrar y para el que desee revivir la primera generación con todo chetado.
  25. vicente252
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    It's a fun game i loved. Because the difficult it's similiar like a normal pokemon game and the new catch ystem it's good, there is so many trainers fight what more you want?
  26. CalacaCR
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    It's a lovely game, a kind of remake of Generation I (specifically, Yellow Version, but not quite the same, more like a re-imagination of it) with updated graphics and modern mechanics. As a long time player of the series, since Blue Version and having missed only the original Sun & Moon, I feel this is another Pokémon series, with all of its heart, charm, and core intact, if not improved.It's a lovely game, a kind of remake of Generation I (specifically, Yellow Version, but not quite the same, more like a re-imagination of it) with updated graphics and modern mechanics. As a long time player of the series, since Blue Version and having missed only the original Sun & Moon, I feel this is another Pokémon series, with all of its heart, charm, and core intact, if not improved. The game world really comes alive when you see the pokémon out in the field, it actually makes much more sense, I now think the random encounter and battle catch system are just plain wrong. I don't think this is a "core" series game, but I think they now better keep some of the new mechanics in the upcoming core game; also, I just wouldn't mind if they rebooted the series starting with Let's Go, I'd LOVE a reimagination of Johto following on Let's Go new mechanics, it'd be great! But I digress, Let's Go Pikachu it's a beautiful game, very easy to enjoy, if you want hardcore mechanics and challenges you can enjoy this game, if you just want to raise you Pikachu and have fun you'll love this game, if you want to send a love letter to your childhood you need this game. Personally, I think this is just what Pokémon is supposed to be, and what I want it to be from now on… Expand
  27. Arkuero
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Mejor juego para empezar.
    El Remake del mejor juego de la historia en Pokemon :)
  28. Laevatein
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    The amount of whining here is hilarious. It's a SPINOFF, not a CORE title, get it through your thick skulls.
    For a spin off, it's a fun and cute game. A good entry-point for new fans.
    Some of these reviews here are just plain stupid. It's not a core title but a spinoff.
  29. Synaeron
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    While it’s not perfect. It’s a fun romp and a great introduction to pokemon on the switch. I miss the wild battles but enjoy the catching mechanic when it functions correctly.
  30. Kian2020
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    This is a great game for beginners of Pokémon and for people who haven’t played the game in decades.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 84 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 84
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 84
  3. Negative: 0 out of 84
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 5, 2019
    85
    A simple, nostalgic return to the Kanto region, offers little if you are a series veteran eager for complexity and challenge. But if that's not your main interest, Pokemon Let's Go has it all! It's a simple, cute and fun game that will keep you hooked for hours. An excellent starting point for newcomers, and a great nostalgia trip for those in a search for one.
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  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Feb 26, 2019
    85
    If you've got a kid in your life who's never played Pokémon before? Buy this game immediately. [Issue #37 – January/February 2019, p. 67]
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Feb 8, 2019
    78
    It’s hard to make sense of the game that’s basically a Switch port of iOS/Android remake of Pokemon Red/Green. Is it a step forward, step backward – or maybe just a shameless cash-in? Turns out, it’s a great remake – the world looks exactly as we imagined it back when we were staring at black and white pixels of original Red/Green. [Issue#235, p.44]
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