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Pokemon Y

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  • Summary: Pokemon X and Y are the first mainline Pokemon games made for the 3DS and feature a mix of Pokemon old and new as well as a trio of new starting Pokemon - a watery toad Froakie, a fiery deer Fennekin, and a grass monster Chespin.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. Switch Brasil
    Oct 29, 2013
    100
    Bigger, better, stronger and prettier than anything we've ever seen with the label "Pokémon" on the cover.
  2. Polygon
    Oct 4, 2013
    95
    Pokemon X and Y made me feel like I was back on the middle school playground, vying for real-life superiority in battle and communing in trade. I didn't think games could still make me feel that way — but I'm so glad to be proven wrong.
  3. Metro GameCentral
    Oct 4, 2013
    90
    New Pokémon games often introduce minor features like this but they often feel like slim justification for a new game, and are abandoned the instant a new sequel comes out. Most of X and Y’s new ideas are more substantial, or at least more fun, and help to cement this as the definitive Pokémon game of the modern age.
  4. Eurogamer Portugal
    Oct 8, 2013
    90
    Pokémon X & Y do not change the formula of the series but has undoubtedly modified some bases already established. Never before has there been so many novelties to come at once and this is precisely why you will want to play it.
  5. Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
    Jan 30, 2014
    90
    3D Visuals transformed the classic Pokemon approach in a good way. Online capabilities are top notch, this new generation will really make Pokemon fans happy.
  6. JeuxActu
    Oct 16, 2013
    85
    Pokémon X & Y celebrate the transition to a full 3D world. And it's a strong success. Kalos is even more alive, gains volume and credibility. The battles improve too, the creatures have never been so real, so well-animated. This and only this can make you buy those games. On the other hand, Pokémon is still the same title, and X & Y keep making the gameplay evolve little by little.
  7. DarkStation
    Oct 25, 2013
    60
    There’s a good game in Pokemon Y, and fans looking for another game near-identical to the ones before it likely won’t find issue with a lot of the dusty trimmings and transparent battle system. If you want to get into into the new stat rebuilding features and grind out tons of easy battles to prep for high-level online multiplayer, it’s never been easier to do so. But for all else, the game’s excellent visuals belie the frustratingly old-fashioned design. RPG folk can find better times on their 3DS.

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  1. Positive: 112 out of 147
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 147
  3. Negative: 4 out of 147
  1. sonicboom1999
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    pokemon y is a Revelation for all pokemon cause it is the first 3d pokemon main serie game 3d game
    and it is the first time that you can    pokemon y is a Revelation for all pokemon cause it is the first 3d pokemon main serie game 3d game
    and it is the first time that you can customize your character anyways pokemon x and y are awesome games    … Expand
  2. Frankie_Doodle
    Aug 29, 2016
    10
    The fantastic new Pokemon, the stunning visuals, the fun new additions and the overall feel of the beautiful Kalos Region means that Pokemon XThe fantastic new Pokemon, the stunning visuals, the fun new additions and the overall feel of the beautiful Kalos Region means that Pokemon X and Y feels fresh and new whilst still maintaining the elements that make Pokemon, Pokemon. All this adds up to what is, probably the best Pokemon game and one of the best experiences you can have on a 3DS.… Expand
  4. xerneasgod26
    Oct 12, 2013
    10
    Any pokemon fan can get this game and enjoy. This game is pretty fun and has beautiful visuals too. Every aspect of pokemon has been improvedAny pokemon fan can get this game and enjoy. This game is pretty fun and has beautiful visuals too. Every aspect of pokemon has been improved with pokemon x and y.… Expand
  5. iCarlyfan
    May 2, 2014
    9
    Very good, really! It has many brand-new features, such as Mega Evolution, Pokémon-Amie, Super Training, awesome graphics and 3D scenes andVery good, really! It has many brand-new features, such as Mega Evolution, Pokémon-Amie, Super Training, awesome graphics and 3D scenes and battles and 69 new Pokémon, however, to achieve the Ultimate Goal, to catch 'em all, you really get bored in about 200-250.… Expand
  6. TheKanator
    Jan 9, 2016
    8
    Pokemon Y is a really fun and colorful game. On the pus, it has a really nice art style and the cell-shading perfectly fits the Pokemon games.Pokemon Y is a really fun and colorful game. On the pus, it has a really nice art style and the cell-shading perfectly fits the Pokemon games. The characters are simple but they're fun to see on screen. The battle system has been refined to near perfection and the new Meg evolution are a blast to use. Most of the new Pokemon are really well designed and they include every generation's Pokemon which really fleshes out the choices for your team. They also decreased the need for HMs a little. The only problems are that the online interface isn't as good as it could be, and the game feels pretty easy and almost short. But Pokemon Y is a great, fun game you need to get.… Expand
  7. jafreese
    Nov 9, 2013
    8
    The Pokemon games keep getting better and better with each iteration. People always say Pokemon is the same in each game but this is by farThe Pokemon games keep getting better and better with each iteration. People always say Pokemon is the same in each game but this is by far the most balanced competitively.… Expand
  8. TheBombPlant
    Aug 5, 2015
    0
    This game wasn't worth it, it was boring and bland, the partners are AWFUL and the theme to them is crap, Team Flare has to most stupidestThis game wasn't worth it, it was boring and bland, the partners are AWFUL and the theme to them is crap, Team Flare has to most stupidest Villan ever and the "Destory ugly" plot was awful.… Expand

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#3 Best 3DS Game of 2013
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#4 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2013
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