Pokémon Scarlet

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet represent multiple steps in the right direction with equal trips and falls. Whilst it implements some fantastic gameplay mechanics and provides one of the best narratives in years, it needed more time and polish. It’s a must-play with a patch on the way, so let’s hope Game Freak gets some development help next time.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are here and they seem to be the most important Pokemon games for a long time thanks to their seamless open-world. Seeing as Scarlet and Violet are 2 of the most anticipated games of the year, let's see if they live up to the hype.

The release of a new Pokémon generation is always exciting. The months preceding said game’s released are always filled to the brim with trailers, theories, massive expectations. The moment I found out that Pokémon Scarlet (the one I reviewed) and Violet were going to be set in a region analogous to the Iberian Peninsula, I even made an article with some designs based on cultural and biological el...

Pokemon Scarlet is a fine game that most die-hard fans of the series will enjoy. While Game Freak didn’t do much to differentiate Scarlet from the other mainline games, there are enough additions from Arceus that make the experience somewhat special. Pokemon are seen grazing in the wild instead of having random encounters, and trainers won’t stop you in the middle of the road to battle. Having the...

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet try to take the franchise in a new direction, but can feel empty and hollow as a result. The open world has bright spots, especially multiplayer, however a lack of care in its design leads to a game that’s haphazard and lifeless.

I do honestly think that most people can find an entertaining Pokemon experience in this generation. I have, too. But it’s come with enough baggage to unsettle me for what future generations will look like. I’m going to keep playing Pokemon Scarlet, and I’m going to keep hoping that the next Pokemon game doesn’t come with so many asterisks.