Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 317 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 38 out of 317
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  1. Doinklord
    May 12, 2023
    9
    I love this game, it is very entertaining. The gameplay lives up to the originals quite well while introducing fun new mechanics and elements. This title deserves a lot more love than these "critics" want to give it. The formula is fun and addicting, and this game improves on it very well. Furthermore, The story is goofy and interesting. I would definitely recommend this title.
  2. AShinyG1ratina
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    The best Mystery Dungeon game, and a love letter to the series of spinoffs.
  3. Reviewbrah2
    May 26, 2022
    10
    Finally a good remake. They actually managed to get almost everything right, never expected this game to be as good as it is.
  4. Yaacgold24
    May 9, 2022
    8
    I played the DS version and all I can say is that this one makes the job, getting me back to childhood.
  5. Dewom
    Apr 9, 2022
    9
    Un soplo de aire fresco al clásico original. Las mejoras de vida que añade son simplemente maravillosas. ¿Hacen el juego más fácil? Si, definitivamente, pero para mi lo hacen absolutamente superior al original. Para mi este juego es un 8'5/9, no más porque aun con todas las mejoras, sigue siendo el mismo juego que su versión original y creo que habría podido tener algo de contenido o modoUn soplo de aire fresco al clásico original. Las mejoras de vida que añade son simplemente maravillosas. ¿Hacen el juego más fácil? Si, definitivamente, pero para mi lo hacen absolutamente superior al original. Para mi este juego es un 8'5/9, no más porque aun con todas las mejoras, sigue siendo el mismo juego que su versión original y creo que habría podido tener algo de contenido o modo post game extra.… Expand
  6. crystal-frost
    Jan 2, 2022
    9
    Pokemon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX is a game where you play as a human turned into a Pokemon, that goes on rescue excursions in dungeons. Honestly, out of all the Pokemon games, the Mystery Dungeon games have been my favorite. The objective of having to enter dungeons to engage in search & rescue missions is fascinating. There are dozens of worlds to adventure in, with hundreds ofPokemon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX is a game where you play as a human turned into a Pokemon, that goes on rescue excursions in dungeons. Honestly, out of all the Pokemon games, the Mystery Dungeon games have been my favorite. The objective of having to enter dungeons to engage in search & rescue missions is fascinating. There are dozens of worlds to adventure in, with hundreds of unique Pokemon characters, and infinite rescue missions. The story-mode itself takes roughly 20-30 hours, depending on your skill level. As with previous Pokemon Mystery Dungeon titles, essential reading skill is preferred for the player (or someone to interpret) to enjoy the story. Otherwise, rescue missions themselves require simply being able to identify dungeons and respective rescue floor numbers. It is not required to memorize the physical appearance or names of the 300+ Pokemon featured in this game. The game makes it very easy to inform you within a dungeon- when you are on a floor with a rescue client. This can be especially helpful when you're doing multiple rescue missions within the same dungeon. After passing the story-mode, one could easily play this game for hundreds, if not thousands of hours. The earlier dungeons have a few floors, taking minutes to solve a rescue. However, later dungeons (unlocked after story-mode) have up to 99 floors, taking at least an hour per dungeon. For younger audiences or those easily startled, some of the cut-scenes depict Pokemon engaging in nonviolent combat sequences. Some of the story-mode plot itself involves natural disasters induced by some Pokemon creatures. There is also a team of antagonists, actually called 'Team Meanies', that value fame and wealth more than the well-being of their rescue clients. It needs to be stated that the watercolor visuals in this game are simply gorgeous. The dungeons have unique soundtracks, offering atmospheric adventures. Even if you're not a fan of Pokemon, if you like fantasy-like creature/animals and the concept of rescue, this game is highly engaging.… Expand
  7. Balearikus
    Nov 22, 2021
    9
    A great game that immerses us in an adventure in which we become a Pokemon depending on a test at the beginning of the game.
    With some very nice renewed graphics we start the adventure with our partner and we find out what happened to us and what we can do as pokemon, and the game tells the story very well making us get into the story to know what happens or know what we has happened, we    A great game that immerses us in an adventure in which we become a Pokemon depending on a test at the beginning of the game.
    With some very nice renewed graphics we start the adventure with our partner and we find out what happened to us and what we can do as pokemon, and the game tells the story very well making us get into the story to know what happens or know what we has happened, we can get to know more pokemon that will help us in the city or in combat doing missions to rescue other pokemon, the duration is very long having a good difficulty with enough content, how bad the progression system and the game itself are does a little repetitive.

    PS: Whoever has played the previous ones, this remake is more than recommended, you will enjoy them.

    Graphics 8/10
    Music 9/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Duration 10/10
    History 9/10
    Difficulty 8/10    … Expand
  8. Forketta95
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    The true pokémon experience stands in this game, an amazing remake of already great game. The story is something you could never find in the original series. The gameplayis really solid and funny. Amazing OST and mechanics.
  9. Megamanreal
    Mar 6, 2020
    10
    Contiene la esencia del original. Me encanta y es perfecto para usarlo en mi switch
  10. Raxnahl
    May 5, 2021
    10
    Extremely fun game! Gameplay is fun, randomness of dungeons can let me always have a new experience, and the story is great. A worthwhile game for sure!
  11. omniface
    Mar 9, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a good game for an older time despite being a new sequel game
    compares very well to the ds pokemon mystery dungeons

    pros
    good mechanics
    good controls
    its pokemon
    good graphics
    good art
    good bonus mechanics
    good writing
    good plot
    good story
    great gameplay

    cons
    game can be laggy    … Expand
  12. cfc1998
    Feb 19, 2021
    9
    I loved Pokémon Mystery Dungeon on the DS and this game is very loyal to the original. The textures that that they used to animate the Pokémon are adorable. I haven't played many roguelike games but with Pokémon always put a smile on my face. Also some of the final dungeons to complete the game with every legendary are very hard and challenging! And i also love the fact that megaI loved Pokémon Mystery Dungeon on the DS and this game is very loyal to the original. The textures that that they used to animate the Pokémon are adorable. I haven't played many roguelike games but with Pokémon always put a smile on my face. Also some of the final dungeons to complete the game with every legendary are very hard and challenging! And i also love the fact that mega evolutions were introduce.… Expand
  13. Novzalty
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    The nostalgic feelings with the updated animation was very breathtaking. It was a beautiful game then and it still is now.
  14. Kalven_Bruh_Boo
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    A fantastic remake of a game and is just way to fun and so alike the original but different in a good way
  15. waltpayn
    Nov 30, 2020
    9
    I had a blast playing through this game. If you're a fan of Pokemon Mystery Dungeon, then this game is an excellent modern spin on Red and Blue Rescue team and a must have. The watercolor art style is gorgeous, and the updated music is so good. Recruitment is fantastic and satisfying in this game, and having a list of other players to rescue online is a great addition. The game does get aI had a blast playing through this game. If you're a fan of Pokemon Mystery Dungeon, then this game is an excellent modern spin on Red and Blue Rescue team and a must have. The watercolor art style is gorgeous, and the updated music is so good. Recruitment is fantastic and satisfying in this game, and having a list of other players to rescue online is a great addition. The game does get a little repetitive at times, but other than that it's just a great time… Expand
  16. Storms13
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    This game is truly something special. I did play this as a kid, and maybe it's just nostalgia, but damn I love this game. It's fun, it has a simple story, but a touching one at that. It's honestly a real tear jerker. The new artwork is INCREDIBLE, and even 15 years later, Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team and this 2020 remaster is one of my all time favorite games. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
  17. yangfanhong
    Oct 26, 2020
    9
    Besides the moving story telling, this game is even more suitable for single play without other players.
  18. MagicMikey
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Amazing Story. the music is underrated as hell. and the game play is addicting as hell. the post game has a huge difficulty spike too and i love it so much
  19. MrGoombs
    Aug 21, 2020
    9
    very good and fun i think it’s a bit overpriced so i’m knocking it down a number but other then that it’s a very fun game that I would definitely recommend
  20. Zethor
    Aug 17, 2020
    8
    A great remaster of a great game; the mystery dungeon genre has always been niche, but this original entry into the Pokemon Mystery Dungeon series proved to be solid upon its release in 2005, and still proves to be a strong example of the genre's strengths today, with several valuable quality of life improvements and a wonderful facelift of audio and visuals alike that lets this game trulyA great remaster of a great game; the mystery dungeon genre has always been niche, but this original entry into the Pokemon Mystery Dungeon series proved to be solid upon its release in 2005, and still proves to be a strong example of the genre's strengths today, with several valuable quality of life improvements and a wonderful facelift of audio and visuals alike that lets this game truly shine. Rescue Team DX stands as the best way to play this great game, and serves as a great option for switch owners who enjoy this niche genre.… Expand
  21. Dracoshi
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    This game is so charming. The art-style is really pretty, the story is fantastic, and the gameplay is fun too (although I can understand the gameplay may not be loved by everyone). Also, the amount of content is huge! The post-game is even longer than the main-story; you could easily get over 100 hours out of this game!

    It's a great remake to a great game from my childhood!
  22. obi12323
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    A remastered version of one of the greatest games ever created. This game keeps the charm as well as the best parts of the original while creating a beautiful new look for the series. I could not recommend this game enough.
  23. FixR
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Ultimately, compared to its original release, not a lot changed in Rescue Team DX. It's got a new graphic style with a real identity, completes evolution lines updated by Gen IV, and adds a mechanics update to match the series as it is now. But almost everything else is very much the same to the original, when most of the unchanged factors could have used a bit of TLC.

    Still, that's no    Ultimately, compared to its original release, not a lot changed in Rescue Team DX. It's got a new graphic style with a real identity, completes evolution lines updated by Gen IV, and adds a mechanics update to match the series as it is now. But almost everything else is very much the same to the original, when most of the unchanged factors could have used a bit of TLC.

    Still, that's no reason to give it a bad score. Improvements are improvements, and giving a much loved series its desperately needed revival was easily the right move to make. I gave the original game a 9, so this game gets a bit higher.    … Expand
  24. marcox133
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game have much good things , but when you finish all story, you have an empty feeling, could be better
  25. Onioncreature
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    A fantastic remake of the GBA classic. The gameplay, visual, and auditory adjustments hugely improve what was already an amazing game.
  26. TPdreng
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    It has a great story whit challenging post game. Visually it is really cute to
  27. Kylethebishop
    Apr 8, 2020
    10
    The game is perfectly fine as a remake with alot of content and replayability I feel people only hate on the game because they added quality of life features that make the game slightly easier etc or that they expected it to be a Pokemon game and were disappointed it wasn't the usual type because they didn't do any research
  28. RiptideWalrus
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    A really good remake of a really good game. Perfect for playing during your mandated zoom meetings if that;s what you're looking for as the auto mode means most of the time u can just spam A and get away with playing. Otherwise it's still a great game for casual play. New features improve on the past game and I highly recommend it for something to just do in the background.
  29. Nywildlife22
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    amazing. beautiful. plenty of content worth HOURS of game play. go add every Pokemon to your team. go catch every legendary and shiny available. bring your team to MAX rank. clear EVERY dungeon. chances are you still haven't done all of this. Plenty of content very addicting super fun.
  30. Themechanic6969
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    Divertido juego me lo he pasado demasiado bien explorando y la historia excelente un buen recuerdo para todos los que adoramos el mundo pokemon
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 75 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 75
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 75
  3. Negative: 5 out of 75
  1. RPG Fan
    Aug 8, 2022
    84
    All told, even with the quirky middling difficulty making this one hard to write home about, I still think Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX is a fun game to play through. The postgame can be somewhat monotonous, but the main story keeps things going. Seriously, the plot is simple, but the dialogue between all of these Pokémon makes for a great experience. The mix of mature themes — life and death, protection and abandonment — with the childlike wonder of all things Pokémon keep the mind focused on the purpose of the quest, even when the quest itself is a heavy strain (or a simple frolic) for some players. If you’ve yet to try Mystery Dungeon games but want a better understanding, this might be a great starting place! If you’ve played other Pokémon Mystery Dungeon entries and appreciated their balance of challenge and storytelling, you’re likely to enjoy this remake of the one that started it all.
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  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    May 1, 2020
    80
    I'm reticent to recommend this experience to anyone who hasn't already explored a few other Mystery Dungeons in the past. [Issue #46 – May/June 2020, p. 64]
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Apr 19, 2020
    70
    Rescue Team DX may be a remake, but it does not improve the original formula in almost any way. While the graphics and HUD had an obvious overhaul, the game is a repetitive yet somewhat charming and conflicted experience, that offers quality at the expense of some pretty weird and lazy solutions. Yet if you are a fan, you should not miss this one.
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