Pokken Tournament DX

 Switch
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 62
  3. Negative: 0 out of 62
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  1. 4P.de
    Oct 18, 2017
    70
    Is it better than its Wii U sibling? No doubt. But “better” doesn’t make the DX version automatically “good” - especially since some of the flaws on Wii U like the redundant solo campaign or the still unbalanced fighting squad are not ironed out. At least you get a little more content and improved multiplayer capabilities.
  2. JeuxActu
    Oct 4, 2017
    70
    Pokkén DX Tournament has very few bells & whistles to make you pay for this Switch version. Five more Pokémons, 3v3 combat ans a better online mode won't be enough to make this Wii U game look new.
  3. M3
    Sep 29, 2017
    70
    Pokkén Tournament DX is a fun fighting game that is easy to get in to. The core gameplay is more about flashy attacks than finesse, but there is still plenty of room for tactics. All in all, Pokkén Tournament DX is a good addition to the Switch library. Just do not expect many changes from the Wii U version, since it is essentially the same game.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 26, 2017
    70
    As much as a good game the Wii U version was, Pokkén Tournament DX is a disappointing, lazy porting which adds very little content and looks somewhat worse than it was a generation ago.
  6. Shacknews
    Sep 25, 2017
    70
    Pokken Tournament is a very solid game. It has well refined mechanics that create a fun battling experience.
  7. COGconnected
    Sep 25, 2017
    70
    The story is a bit dull, featuring a “mysterious Pokemon” that really isn’t that mysterious, even to casual fans like myself.
  8. InsideGamer.nl
    Sep 19, 2017
    70
    If you have played this game on Wii U, you will not find too many new things. The addition of new characters however, are awesome if you want to play this game in a competition.
  9. Trusted Reviews
    Sep 18, 2017
    70
    Pokkén Tournament DX is an enjoyable fighter that provides plenty of fan-service for hardcore and casual fans of the beloved franchise. It’s also a surprisingly deep experience, now equipped with more fighters and stages than ever before on Nintendo Switch. While the solo campaign isn’t what it could have been, Pokkén Tournament DX makes up for this shortcoming with excellent local multiplayer and an impressive suite of online offerings.
  10. We Got This Covered
    Sep 18, 2017
    70
    Pokken Tournament DX brings the popular Pokemon/Tekken mashup to the Switch with new fighters and support characters, making this a true deluxe version of the hit fighting game.
  11. God is a Geek
    Sep 18, 2017
    65
    Pokken is a fighting game that while decent could do with understanding that complexity doesn’t necessarily equal depth.
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  1. Tired Old Hack
    Sep 18, 2017
    If you’ve never owned Pokken Tournament before it’s a fun if simplistic fighting game which will be perfect for playing on the move. If you have the Wii U version though and still play it, the addition of a couple of extra characters and a few new features don’t really amount to enough to justify a double-dip: unless you’re specifically looking for a handheld version, you might be fine sticking with the one you have.

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 293 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 193 out of 293
  2. Mixed: 50 out of 293
  3. Negative: 50 out of 293
  1. EpicLadySponge
    Sep 22, 2017
    8
    Pokkén Tournament DX, unlike the Wii U port itself, stays true to the original arcade form. If it's on a console worth getting, you have toPokkén Tournament DX, unlike the Wii U port itself, stays true to the original arcade form. If it's on a console worth getting, you have to literally get this game because it's a lot fun when you use the console's features during the game.… Full Review »
  2. riverkev95
    Sep 23, 2017
    10
    Un juego del género de peleas con mecánicas bastante sólidas, mejora la versión de Wii U con añadidos muy interesantes como el 3 vs 3 y laUn juego del género de peleas con mecánicas bastante sólidas, mejora la versión de Wii U con añadidos muy interesantes como el 3 vs 3 y la facilidad de opciones para el juego competitivo en donde también se notan gráficos ligeramente mejorados.… Full Review »
  3. mfguevar123
    Sep 22, 2017
    9
    It's a good port for Wii U that comes with more characters. The switch is the perfect console to play this kind of games, also the multiplayerIt's a good port for Wii U that comes with more characters. The switch is the perfect console to play this kind of games, also the multiplayer has fix some problems that the wiiU port had it.… Full Review »
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