Pokemon Scarlet

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 3197 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 755 out of 3197
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  3. Negative: 2,152 out of 3197
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  1. Endosk
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Complete garbage. Don't waste your money. GameFreak needs a wake up call...
  2. Sam80316
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The hardening is very poor, there are many bugs, it is basically a semi-finished game, the FPS of the 2077 copy is very unstable… Expand
  3. Basstyle1
    Nov 19, 2022
    2
    To everyone giving this 5 stars, please stop snorting the copium. The FDA couldn’t keep up with this much drug intake as the Pokémon fans inhale. This game looks like it came out on a PS2. It consistently frame rates, running barely 20 FPS and it’ll stutter when it dips in frames. All the hub worlds are barren as hell. Whenever you see buildings, it’s a 50/50 if Gamefreak spent the actualTo everyone giving this 5 stars, please stop snorting the copium. The FDA couldn’t keep up with this much drug intake as the Pokémon fans inhale. This game looks like it came out on a PS2. It consistently frame rates, running barely 20 FPS and it’ll stutter when it dips in frames. All the hub worlds are barren as hell. Whenever you see buildings, it’s a 50/50 if Gamefreak spent the actual time to develop an interior or not. This is the same copy and paste game and I’ll be honest, games like Let’s Go Eevee had more heart and soul. Not even to mention the potential corrupted save file that has been happening to some players where your saves are gone. Save your money and buy better games like Bayonetta 3 or Xenoblade Chronicles 3. I’d rather just emulate this on my PC… Expand
  4. PerforateManx36
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    borderline unplayable, i have 10 fps on my old-ish switch while the graphics look like a gamecube game
  5. Godam
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Graphics are better than PS2 games
    Full of bugs and unplayable
    Open world doesn't mesh with Pokemon
    New Pokémon don't appeal to me
  6. Spiderkiller
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    I give it a 10 because everyone hating on it for its visuals technical issues and fps drops but it’s some of the best Pokémon games I’ve ever played and Pokémon has never really had good graphics. PLAY THE GAME
  7. D1ztortion
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Honestly I don't know why Nintendo with Game Freak keeps doing games like this. Besides the technical issues from glitches and bugs (you can already know that from other reviews) the story is nothing new, nice music, nice models, bad animation and map interactions(textures), if you are a casual player a who is willing to pay 60 bucks for a demo version go ahead, it might be your game then,Honestly I don't know why Nintendo with Game Freak keeps doing games like this. Besides the technical issues from glitches and bugs (you can already know that from other reviews) the story is nothing new, nice music, nice models, bad animation and map interactions(textures), if you are a casual player a who is willing to pay 60 bucks for a demo version go ahead, it might be your game then, or maybe if you are a 7 year old kid who doesn't really care.… Expand
  8. gibihm
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Looks like garbage, how did this product got trough it is bugged and looks horrible
  9. Zerst
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Where is the portuguese translation Nintendo and Game Freak?
    And in the next, make a game with more optimazed. We're not fools.
  10. Alansta
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Pokemon fans are STARVING. This is sad and almost exploitative to their fanbase, sad stuff.
  11. Jun408954762
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Countless bugs, the worest Pokémon Game ever. I think GF doesn't understand how a Pokémon game should be right now.
  12. Rampant19887
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    Any score given to the game that's less than 7 is an obvious troll or someone who didn't play the game and just listens to everything the media has to say. Graphically, it's easier on the eyes than Legends or SwSh ever was. The water doesn't look anywhere near as bad as the two games I just listed, and at its worst, SV will experience some momentary FPS drops. When it comes to the actualAny score given to the game that's less than 7 is an obvious troll or someone who didn't play the game and just listens to everything the media has to say. Graphically, it's easier on the eyes than Legends or SwSh ever was. The water doesn't look anywhere near as bad as the two games I just listed, and at its worst, SV will experience some momentary FPS drops. When it comes to the actual game, it is one of the pokemon games I have enjoyed the most. The open world allows for the player to essentially do whatever they please as soon as the Treasure Hunt begins. There is no set path, and you can immediately start tackling the more challenging areas if that is what you desire. The best part is that the handholding is kept at a minimum. These two things are what the fanbase has been asking for since BOTW's conception, and Gamefreak did a nice job doing this. The game also provides what I believe to be, a hard hitting story, with the 3 main characters who you help along the way. Arven, Nemona, and Penny. All 3 are very compelling and I felt instant attachment to each one. This is the most pleased I have been with the story as far as I can remember. All in all, SV is a good game and is being unfairly judged. Would recommend to anyone.… Expand
  13. Hope133
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    If you think this game is good, you are under 6 years old, or you are a youtuber, or you are a purchased analyst who is not even a fan of Pokémon, or you are STUPID and only know how to follow the opinion of a sensationalist influencer. Pokemon has been garbage since Sword and Shield. This is reality, accept that it hurts less. (Like me, it's painful to see what Pokémon has become. It wasIf you think this game is good, you are under 6 years old, or you are a youtuber, or you are a purchased analyst who is not even a fan of Pokémon, or you are STUPID and only know how to follow the opinion of a sensationalist influencer. Pokemon has been garbage since Sword and Shield. This is reality, accept that it hurts less. (Like me, it's painful to see what Pokémon has become. It was wonderful until ORAS. Yes, I even liked Unova, but this GARBAGE that is this generation of Switch, I can't accept that)… Expand
  14. Happeace304
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Terrible, unpolished, disappointing product. GF really disrepect its customers
  15. MiaouSonic
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Une honte pour la licence la plus lucratif il faut faire en sorte que Gamefreak le comprennent
  16. exirock
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    This game is a disrespect for the fans, people were literaly scammed into to thinking this was a really good game without any problems, but guess what yet again gamefreak showing signs of rushing games to make quick money, game has alot of performance issues, tons of bugs and glitches and been reported crashes which i can identify has one of them, has for the game ideias was good only theThis game is a disrespect for the fans, people were literaly scammed into to thinking this was a really good game without any problems, but guess what yet again gamefreak showing signs of rushing games to make quick money, game has alot of performance issues, tons of bugs and glitches and been reported crashes which i can identify has one of them, has for the game ideias was good only the past part aswell with past form of the pokemons cause the future pokemon is the worst ideia ever, but lets talk about more about the pokemons, gamefreak and pokemon company showed with this game they lost their touch to make new pokemons and showed signs of 0 creativity where we have one pokemon that is evolution is simply him standing up just like we have a dolphin that only gets a heart and call it a evolution, the game is pile of problems, literaly early looking acess game that shouldnt even be allowed to be commercialized.… Expand
  17. Kreha2
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    The hand holding from SM is gone, open world pokemon has arrived and as a gen wunner I can say honestly this is an engrossing game experience that blows me away. Graphical issues though initially frustrating fall to the wayside when the wonderful experience kicks in. With every unlock of movement It became more and more clear the vision that gamefreak had; a sprawling pokeworld teemingThe hand holding from SM is gone, open world pokemon has arrived and as a gen wunner I can say honestly this is an engrossing game experience that blows me away. Graphical issues though initially frustrating fall to the wayside when the wonderful experience kicks in. With every unlock of movement It became more and more clear the vision that gamefreak had; a sprawling pokeworld teeming with pokemon. Well I'm glad to live in a pokemon world.… Expand
  18. 32fromdiscord
    Nov 19, 2022
    2
    The main game is fun enough for Pokémon, the open world is nice and allows for lots of freedom, some of the battles were genuinely hard, but the presentation is just off. The game severely lacks polish with its terrible graphics, bad performance and unacceptable amount of glitches. Ignoring the technical issues, the game lacks the kind of content that made the older games so beloved. TheThe main game is fun enough for Pokémon, the open world is nice and allows for lots of freedom, some of the battles were genuinely hard, but the presentation is just off. The game severely lacks polish with its terrible graphics, bad performance and unacceptable amount of glitches. Ignoring the technical issues, the game lacks the kind of content that made the older games so beloved. The postgame amounts to an extra 40 minutes of story to conclude the game, a **** battle facility (calling it that is not even really accurate), 6/7 star raids and a wild area-esque area for catching Paradox Pokémon. **** GSC had more content than this, and that was on a 2 MB cartridge for a 20 year old console. Hell, Crystal even has a Battle Tower, which this game lacks. There's no excuse.

    Honestly, I haven't even touched on the various problems I have with this game, but pointing out the main ones should be enough to tell you everything you need to know about it. It is not acceptable for a game from the biggest franchise in the world to be released in this state at full price, and if there isn't a series of patches to fix the numerous issues with the game, then I would be very dissapointed. I give Scarlet/Violet a rating of 2 purely because I got some form of enjoyment out of playing it, which is more than I can say for SwSh, but I had to bring the score down due to the aforementioned issues.    … Expand
  19. JDK-the-L0lic0n
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    Lovely game with cute and funny characters, a story that I liked more than previous titles like Black & White, and an open world never seen before.
  20. masterx1234
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    I dont understand how the game released in this state, I consider myself a super casual gamer, I'm not a guy who gives a crap about graphics all that much but man, This game is just something else. I've seen better textures and shadows on the PS2 over 20 years ago. I have ran into non stop framerate hitches and camera bugs that it would be considered game breaking, I fell through the worldI dont understand how the game released in this state, I consider myself a super casual gamer, I'm not a guy who gives a crap about graphics all that much but man, This game is just something else. I've seen better textures and shadows on the PS2 over 20 years ago. I have ran into non stop framerate hitches and camera bugs that it would be considered game breaking, I fell through the world twice in the span of an hour in the open field area. I also had several bugs where the pokeball landed in an entirely different area for some reason, There are so many bugs I cant possibly list them all here. This game is just a mess. I am very worried for the future of Pokemon games if this is what Gamefreak will keep delivering us. I cant recommend this game at all and that's coming from a 32 year old Pokémon nerd whos been playing since the 90's.… Expand
  21. Rayze_Darr
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    The game simply isn't finished. The glitches, the framerate, the lack of customization, the lack of any competitive endgame a la Battle Tower. Even the monster designs themselves are dull and incomplete feeling. This generation offers nothing over previous, completed generations, and in its current state should just be skipped.
  22. Jarniac
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Cyberpunk 2077 all over again...just...god...how can they **** this up so bad?
  23. Gosticouilles
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Another money grab from Gamefreak. A first party exclusive game from a multi Billionaire franchise has no rights to release such a bad looking game. Performance is terrible, no voice, boring open world, same slow and repetitive gameplay. Do not buy the game, send a message so we can get the beloved pokémon game we deserve.
  24. NerferJon
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    This game is a complete disappointment, but not a surprise. This game is broken, with a horrible frame rate and that's a shame. It's depressing to think about how infinitely superior Mario Odyssey is to this Pokemon remembering that Mario was released years ago. The Pokemon Company is a billionaire and the Pokemon franchise has infinite potential, but they insist on releasing weak gamesThis game is a complete disappointment, but not a surprise. This game is broken, with a horrible frame rate and that's a shame. It's depressing to think about how infinitely superior Mario Odyssey is to this Pokemon remembering that Mario was released years ago. The Pokemon Company is a billionaire and the Pokemon franchise has infinite potential, but they insist on releasing weak games without considerable innovation, with news every 10 years. When they tried to do something new, they called it "Legende Arceus", showing that they don't have the courage to innovate in the main franchise. Pokemon company is a company with a lot of potential, but it's a company that mocks fans from a pile of billions of dollars.… Expand
  25. Lilyfaye
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    The only outfits are the school uniform only, 4 for each season and no skirts or feminine clothes at all.
  26. Nerotico25
    Nov 19, 2022
    1
    Juego sin terminar con problemas técnicos de toda índole. Por desgracia lo poco bueno que tiene no logra equipararse a todo lo malo (problemas nuevos y arrastrados de juegos anteriores). No recomiendo su compra bajo ningún concepto, ni siquiera como fan de pokemon.
  27. AvalonJack503
    Nov 19, 2022
    2
    After 30 years and GF still do The same **** poorly history, 2005 graphics AND The same stupid mechanics, Man AND i thought Sword AND shield was bad
  28. lilomave
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    É apenas vergonhoso em pleno 2022, com até mesmo empresas indies dando suporte às legendas em português do Brasil, um game desse porte vir sem a opção disponível. E isso não é nem o pior: o jogo está bizarro, feio, mal acabado, cheio de bugs e coisas vergonhosas pra uma empresa milionária. Espero que os fãs acordem e reclamem muito disso, além de não comprarem para afetar as vendasÉ apenas vergonhoso em pleno 2022, com até mesmo empresas indies dando suporte às legendas em português do Brasil, um game desse porte vir sem a opção disponível. E isso não é nem o pior: o jogo está bizarro, feio, mal acabado, cheio de bugs e coisas vergonhosas pra uma empresa milionária. Espero que os fãs acordem e reclamem muito disso, além de não comprarem para afetar as vendas também. A gamefreak, nesse ritmo, só merece a falência.… Expand
  29. GrkSlayer
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    Desempenho técnico do jogo chega ser uma completa falta de respeito com os fãs. Tem uma parte que você entra na sala de aula e parece que ligaram a câmera lenta do stop motion. O jogo claramente não estava finalizando. Se for pra ter um mundo aberto desse nível, melhor voltar a ser um jogo estilo 3DS. Queria muito poder pegar reembolso
  30. Charly234567
    Nov 19, 2022
    0
    I don't think the game deserves a 0 but this review is a protest (only 0s and 10s speak in this site). I'm not being entitled, just not being complacent with gamefreak (and a lot of developers) releasing unfinished games and taking advantage of their IPs and position of power to squeeze loyal fans. The game is fun, the core of pokemon will always be fun, even in the most terrible games,I don't think the game deserves a 0 but this review is a protest (only 0s and 10s speak in this site). I'm not being entitled, just not being complacent with gamefreak (and a lot of developers) releasing unfinished games and taking advantage of their IPs and position of power to squeeze loyal fans. The game is fun, the core of pokemon will always be fun, even in the most terrible games, but even if we enjoy the game do we have to put up with terrible framerates?, With poorly designed and rushed gym challenges? Ocasional glitches that get you out of the experience? I say no. This game is as broken or maybe more broken than cyberpunk 2077, and it needs to be called out for it.… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 118 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 56 out of 118
  2. Mixed: 60 out of 118
  3. Negative: 2 out of 118
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 24, 2024
    60
    Not a bad game. It still has its solid core, new Pokémon, and what's worked for years continues to work. The open world is a questionable addition in my opinion. [Issue#324]
  2. VideoGamer
    Dec 14, 2023
    70
    Pokemon Scarlet and Violet take the long-awaited step into a fully open-world, but one poorly implemented and marred by frustration. A compelling story and characters are a saving grace in what is ultimately a fun game, but Pokemon's attempts at modernising continue to fall disappointingly short.
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  3. Het Nieuwsblad
    Jul 31, 2023
    20
    A square wheel spins more smoothly and fluidly than this game. If three Pokémon or characters come into view at once, the whole game creaks and falters. Edge-off unplayable. And that's a shame. Because the addition of an open world is "on paper" a puffy idea to refresh the franchise. No more linear walking that takes you past gyms and ever stronger and different Pokémon, gotta catch 'em all. You can go wherever you want. With some tactics, you can take on some very tough challenges with Pokémon that aren't nearly strong enough. Fun! Except this game just wasn't ready. It's shameless that Nintendo and Game Freak are still throwing it on the market. Nevertheless: 10 million games sold in just three days.
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