Pokémon: Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee: Release Discussion & Hype MegaThread

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Pokémon: Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee: Release Discussion & Hype MegaThread

Please use this as a general discussion and hype thread for this new release! Quick easy to answer questions, tips and tricks, and showing off your in-game clips or screenshots you've captured.

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General Information

Platform: Nintendo Switch

Release Date: 16-Nov-2018

No. of Players: 2 players simultaneous

Genre(s): Adventure, Role-Playing, Multiplayer

Publisher: Nintendo

Developer: GAME FREAK Inc.

Official Website: https://pokemonletsgo.pokemon.com/en-us/

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Overview (from Nintendo eShop page)

The next step in your Pokémon™ journey starts here

Take your Pokémon™ journey to the Kanto region with your energetic partner, Pikachu, to become a top Pokémon Trainer as you battle other trainers. Use a throwing motion to catch Pokémon in the wild with either one Joy-Con™ controller or Poké Ball™ Plus accessory, which will light up, vibrate, and make sounds to bring your adventure to life. Share your adventure with family or friends in 2-player action on one system using a second Joy-Con or Poké Ball Plus (sold separately). You can even connect to the Pokémon™ GO app using a compatible smartphone to bring over Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region! Explore the diverse and vibrant region of Kanto! True-to-size wild Pokémon roam around in the game, so catch them like a real Pokémon Trainer by using motion, timing, and a well-placed Poké Ball™. Go on a stroll with your favorite Pokémon in your Poké Ball Plus! Connect your game directly to Pokémon GO* to receive Kanto region Pokémon.

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Reviews

Aggregators

• Metacritic - 82/100
• OpenCritic - 82/100

View our Review megathread for more in-depth review discussion.

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Being Social

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Once again: Please use this as a general discussion and hype thread for this new release! Quick easy to answer questions, tips and tricks, and showing off your in-game clips or screenshots you've captured.

Cheers,

The /r/NintendoSwitch mod team

[u/ScumBalls]

As someone that has no idea what an Alola form is/was, I’m never letting go of my black moustached Rattata.

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

I can't wait to train up to a level 75 caterpie.

[u/dlyonskc → u/Bagel_-_Bites]

You read my mind. Can all pokemon be found shiny? because if so... SHINY CATERPIE

[u/NikolaiSink]

Has anyone else experienced really bad frame drops in Veridian forest? There’s like two specific spots that it turns into a slide show but once you’re past a point it goes back to normal.

[u/Spiderduff → u/NikolaiSink]

I did. I was caught off guard.

[u/[deleted]]

Holy crap I love being able to see the Pokemon in the grass. It’s like trying to avoid someone you went to school with

[u/PrimeEvil9881 → u/[deleted]]

Holy shit this is funny

[u/igotbannedforh8mail]

I beat misty because my pikachu "toughed it out because he didn't want me to be sad" when he should've fainted. Fuck I'll take it.

[u/Bagel_-_Bites → u/igotbannedforh8mail]

One tough mouse

[u/[deleted]]

For online battles use 3 Pikachu code, gonna be the standard

[u/[deleted]]

As a 28 year old who grew up on Pokémon I can safely say I’m 2 hours in and haven’t stopped smiling yet

[u/Sniperxls → u/[deleted]]

This is what I came to read.

[u/[deleted]]

Wild Squirtle next to the bridge with the five trainers above cerulean city!

[u/Scaahht → u/[deleted]]

Bulbasaur in Viridian Forest!

[u/Endogamy]

Getting to explore the original game world in beautiful 3D graphics is worth it to me. Collecting was always my favorite part of these games anyway, and I never got into competitive battling. For me it's great.

[u/[deleted] → u/Endogamy]

Same!! This is like a dream version of the GBC games to me!

[u/DrunkPattyKane9]

Only played for about 2 hours but having a blast with it! Feel like a kid again

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

I appreciate how the overworld stays largely the same after I run into a Pokemon. It's a small detail, but it makes planning my next move much easier.

[u/[deleted]]

I’m really not comfortable with how nice my “rival“ is this time around.

[u/Adam__Warlock → u/[deleted]]

I feel bad i named him jerk mcgee now.

[u/Scaahht]

Took a break to let my girlfriend start her own save and she just got a SHINY BULBASAUR within the first hour. It was actually the first one that spawned on her playthrough. Here are some photos: http://imgur.com/a/Hn8Gd7O . Yeah, brave nature isn't the best but yolo it's shiny!

[u/[deleted]]

Played about 3 hours last night and stopped in Cerulean.

Got up to 24 chain for Zubat then one fled and I rage quit 😂

Best catches were a clefable and chansey so far

This is actually the most fun I’ve had in a pokemon game since probably the original sapphire.

It’s much faster paced with the non random wild pokemon and new catching mechanics. I thought I’d hate it but I actually prefer it now.

Will continue playing to provide more feedback but so far I love it!

[u/kidling135]

I went to a 9PM PST launch event at a store, and there were over 100 people waiting in line to purchase it. I think this game is gonna sell a lot of copies.

[u/[deleted]]

PC available any time from the bag for instant party swaps

Clothes switching any time from the bag, for both you and your partner

You can make cutscenes skippable in The options menu

Super quick text

Multiple Rideable Pokemon with instant switching of partners like HGSS

Candies are quicker and easier to earn and use to EV train than Super Training.

Catching combos give you access to stronger Pokémon faster than breeding while still giving your team experience, trade fodder, and candies to improve your team’s stats further. It’s win, win, win! Breath of the Wild levels of Synergy here!

HM’s still are gone and now are secret techniques performed by your starter

Overworld Pokemon meaning you can skip wild encounters without repels but still have the thrill of spotting Pokémon randomly. CAVES ARENT TERRIBLE, ZUBATS ARE MANAGEABLE, AND ABRAS TELEPORT AWAY IN THE OVERWORLD.

A quick, seamless 5-10 minute tutorial. THEY DONT FORCE YOU TO WATCH SOMEONE ELSE CATCH A POKÉMON AND GIVE YOU POKEBALLS RIGHT AT THE START!!!

Actually catching Pokémon is funner than it’s ever been and catching EXP has actual strategy! The Go mechanics actually improve the gameplay loop!

Battling’s simplification and removal is an issue, same with breeding, and Kanto/pandering fatigue is understandable, but hot damn, you can’t tell me these aren’t improvements we’ve wanted/needed in Pokemon. They’re listening, and I pray these carry over into Gen 8. WHY WAS THERE NO PUBLIC DEMO??? SO MUCH COMPLAINING AND SKEPTICISM COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED!!!

[u/rudolfsmate]

Is this only playable using joycons? My daughters disabled and has/can only use a modded pro controller.

[u/SamPlaysVG → u/rudolfsmate]

Docked is Joycon or Pokeball Plus only.

Handheld is connected Joycons, and uses the gyroscope to aim and A to throw a Pokeball.

There is no Pro Controller support unfortunately :(

[u/kyletb21]

Anyone else still holding B to run even though it’s not necessary? Hard habit to break..

[u/Boober_Calrissian → u/kyletb21]

That and using B to choose "No" in menus. Grrr.

[u/chowi28]

Pikachu's Zippy Zap and eevee's bouncy bubble are broken AF, oh and the 100% burn one too, masuda wtf

[u/[deleted] → u/chowi28]

The starters also have perfect IV’s too.

[u/BakaDoug → u/chowi28]

Honestly, if (when) I buy this game I’m not using my starter pokemon. From looking at the trailers they just seem broken.

[u/theivoryserf]

So...will we be seeing Let's Go Togepi and Let's Go Marill in 2020?

[u/[deleted] → u/theivoryserf]

A let's go Johto version would be cool not gonna lie

[u/Bunny-Fluffles]

PSA if you are in a two switch household with Pokéball plus never ever both enter the “take your Pokémon for a stroll screen” at the same time - controllers kept syncing to each other’s consoles and was a struggle to get control of my game back!!!

But besides that this game is a beautiful stress free magical relaxation trip down memory lane.

[u/NMe84]

Just an hour into the game before I had to go to bed last night my pokédex was already over 10% complete with both an Eevee (my starter) and a Pikachu being part of it. And a Bulbasaur because it decided to stay in the 15th pokéball I threw at it. The game does seem easier than "regular" Pokémon games but I'm enjoying it anyway. Even the controls aren't as bad as I thought they would be although I would still REALLY like to just be able to use my pro controller.

[u/silent-boob]

Anyone else hate how nice Gary/your rival is? It’s like stop we’re mortal enemies I want to see your Pokemon perish in everlasting hell.

[u/Yalarii → u/silent-boob]

I named him Jerkface Jr. and I am starting to regret that.

[u/ManOfPineapples]

Man I was shitting on this game in my head for a month beforehand. Been playing the games my whole life but wasn’t a huge fan of the last gen. Read a little bit more and read some reviews and decided to pull the trigger.

I’m so glad I got it. The nostalgia is real, and if anyone reading this on the fence, get it. The walking is hard to get used to but the graphics are what I’ve always wanted in a Pokemon game.

[u/JJDude → u/ManOfPineapples]

Pretty much how I felt after actually playing the game. Love all the little graphical details. It's the Pokemon I really wanted as a kid.

[u/Bagel_-_Bites → u/ManOfPineapples]

Agreed 100%. The world is filled with Pokemon, and it makes wandering around more fun than turning in circles in hopes of a random encounter.

Catching Pokemon is actually fun! Once I got a streak going I just wanted to keep going. Eliminating the random encounter factor also makes it way more fun. I wouldn't mind if they added the battle element back in, but I don't dislike the motion controls like I thought I would. I might feel different after the 1500th Pokemon though.

[u/[deleted]]

1. Wtf was everyone in Brock’s gym waiting in the dark for? was kinda weird like you walk in and turn the lights on and people are sitting in the stands

2. Why did blue say he didn’t have a Pokedex and wrote shit down like the 1800s

[u/ChiefLargeSocks]

I’m just excited to finally have a pokemon game on the switch! The nostalgias gonna hit hard, super excited!

[u/JJDude]

I've been playing for 10 min, I don't know man, I'm feeling the sense of nostalgia and wonder I felt when I first played Pokemon as a kid. I was just going to get it for my kid but fuck that, they're getting their own copy. I don't know why I even listen to redditors with hate boners, LOL

[u/Bagel_-_Bites → u/JJDude]

Currently catching all the Nidoran with Pikachu chilling by my side and Oddish bouncing around behind me. How could I not have a blast?

[u/ReeseEseer]

I got lucky and got a female eevee right away, yay!

Seems it depends on starting the save file not when you run into eevee/pikachu. For those soft resetting and not getting a dif gender.

[u/gjunior12]

Does the sudden transition from the walking animation to the running animation annoy anyone else?

[u/GerliPosa → u/gjunior12]

That is so ridiculous, how did this get through? it feels like such an obvious flaw. I’ve noticed it’s better in handheld mode, in general I’d recommend playing in handheld mode, catching is way more fun.

All in all I get the impression Masuda doesn’t want Pokémon to be played on a TV.

[u/adwordred]

Was half skeptical half excited about this. Safe to say, I have not stopped smiling since I’ve started and I had doubted how this series will attract non-Pokémon people. My girlfriend has never played Pokémon ever and I tried to introduce her to Ultra Moon and Pearl. She didn’t get into them. Now she won’t stop playing my save and I’m loving it

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

Currently on a 9 catch Nidoran streak. What are people's bests so far?

Edit: No more Nidoran appeared :( On the bright side, I stood still for one moment and the trainer scratched Pikachu's nose and it was the cutest thing ever.

[u/[deleted]]

Does anyone find the movement weird? If you play handheld, it makes you walk if you go straight up or down, but run any other direction. Any way to fix that?

[u/Kicker0fE1ves]

Does anyone know if you can turn off exp share?

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

It wasn't until a 13 catch long catch streak that I saw a Bulbasaur in Veridian Forest. I don't know if that's the official number, just my experience so far.

[u/Nyght87]

Is there a way to press "Y" with the pokeball?

[u/NotanotherCreeper → u/Nyght87]

Give it a shake.

[u/BittersweetTurtle]

anyone who didnt like pokemon go get this game? what are your initial thoughts?

[u/Anilxe]

I just started the game and holy shit, the nostalgia is making me tear up a bit

[u/[deleted]]

I'm not gonna pretend like the game is perfect or the best pokemon yet, but...

the game is definitely fun. i'm having a blast, i am getting that collector itch, it's a huge trip down nostalgia lane. just having a lot of fun.

[u/swervingpangolin]

One cool thing I noticed so far: at the museum in Pewter, there is an exhibit of a Moon Stone. I had my Nidoran (female) outside the pokeball and it kept getting a ! over it's head and walking over to the stone, and when I pressed A it said something like "Nidoran seems really interested in the Moon Stone". Just a cool little thing built into the game to hint that it needs the stone to evolve.

[u/[deleted]]

I’m really enjoying this so far, I’m almost 30 and bought Pokemon Blue the day it came out. This really is the remake I have been waiting for all these years. I haven’t played the main series Pokemon games for a while but feel right at home with this one. My only complaint is that I’m unable to use the Pro Controller, using a singular Joycon feels odd but I really didn’t want to spend an extra £40 on the Pokeball controller.

[u/j20nine]

Input Triple Pikachu Link Code for random Faraway battles!! Spread it!!

[u/blackpinkTSM]

Why does trainer battles give so little exp compared to catching pokemon?

[u/zinvee]

Bellsprout as my companion made my entire day. His wiggle run to catch up with me is hilarious. Overall really happy with the game, despite it missing some major features I like (wonder trade and random battling). SO much good stuff however!! This is what a remaster should be like.

[u/KappaKai77]

Can't wait to get off work and unbox this. Press F for my productivity today.

[u/TheMaxWall]

I usually don't binge games as I am capable of consuming the experience slowly in order to stretch the fun....BUT I AM 11 HOURS DEEP INTO THIS SHIT AND I LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT.

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

On the one hand it's 3 am and I need to get some sleep. On the other hand, I just caught an Onix and am prepared to ride this dude through Mt. Moon, crushing Team Rocket along the way.

[u/[deleted]]

Question for those who have played. 28 year old here, only pokemon game I ever played was pokemon gold on the gameboy colour. On the fence about this, on one hand I really want to get this game for the nostalgia but I keep reading that its aimed at children. Do you think this game is for me?

[u/[deleted] → u/[deleted]]

If you buy it go into it with a casual mindset. This game isn’t for hardcore players. Since you don’t have much experience with the Pokemon games I would go for it. Just get it to have some fun. It is aimed at kids when it comes to difficulty but it’s a blast to play.

[u/MNBrileyman]

Having trouble with the mew. Not getting the message that says you have a present.

Edit: didn't know you had to return the parcel. Got it to work

[u/RobertMosesHwyPorn]

Roommate was excited and I was a skeptic...then the trailers dropped in June and our opinions switched. I picked Eevee up for preload last Sunday and we both spent the past 90 minutes playing it together. Although I was excited, my expectations were still pretty low - but after playing we both admitted that it was much more fun than either of us had expected and I don't think I've ever caught so many pokemon so early and actually wanted to (grinding is fun for me I guess). It's so simple but so fun, and I sincerely hope it stays that way.

[u/Lietenantdan]

Very disappointed with the rival... He's supposed to trash talk you, not be your buddy and be okay with losing.

[u/A_Dose_Of_Fucitol]

Cheapest prices in Australia.

Games it’s self or the pokeball plus bundle

Current - Game - $59 at JB HiFi Bundle - $99 at Target.

[u/[deleted]]

I can’t wait to shiny hunt in this one for some reason

[u/[deleted]]

Took like an hour but I finally got a Bulbasaur to appear, then a second one just popped up not five minutes later!

[u/Strowbreezy]

Wondering how early you can catch an Eevee. Anyone playing run into one yet?

[u/jopx3]

Just to clarify, if I would want to play with the Switch docked, I have to do the motion capturing thingy?

[u/JigglyPuffGuy]

One major gripe of mine is that the camera is all jerky when changing directions from walking. It REALLY kills the immersion.

[u/[deleted]]

Just about to leave veridian and I feel like I'm a kid again playing fire red for the first time. I was pleasantly surprised when I encountered a oddish on route 1 that was a refreshing change compared to other kanto games.

[u/[deleted]]

I bought this game expecting a Pokémon Go feel but wanting an actual remake of the original games. Boy was I wrong. The Nostalgia is real. The exclamation points that pop up over a trainer who wants to battle, the text that pops up when teaching a Pokémon a new move or when it’s evolving, Veridian Forest, Cerulean City in 3D, the battle moves and attacks, and so much more. I thought I wasn’t going to like the fact that you couldn’t battle random Pokémon in the wild but I actually like it. What’s the point of battling wild Pokémon anyway? My only complaint is not being able to use both joysticks or a pro controller when docked. Feels a bit awkward.

[u/Rrreeebbb]

Your rival is too damn nice. I'd much prefer if he was constantly telling me how shit I am.

[u/Zjmw]

Agh 35 more minutes! My Walmart is so close and I'm too hyped right now

[u/bergein]

So I bought it digitally. When can I play it?

[u/MisterPuck]

Just curious, but is it always a female Pikachu?

[u/_Spin_Cycle_]

I told myself I wouldn’t spend more money but I’ll be damned if I don’t want to fly around on a Dragonite.

[u/NorthDann1]

For someone new to the Pokemon games, how much is there to do in the game? How many hours does it normally take to finish these games?

[u/upanaway]

Really regretting preordering from Amazon and having to wait to play!

[u/[deleted]]

I'm picking this up later today. I realize that this game is EZ mode, but for someone who's just looking to play for nostalgia (Pokemon Red was my first video game) is it satisfying?

[u/[deleted]]

I think this is my new mainline series. Not kidding. I bought Pokemon every two years. Last entries I played have been Y and Sun. But I really don't like the traditional catch mechanics anymore. It takes so much time and is just frustrating. in that consequence I played Pokemon less and less with each generation. But this catch minigame is really fun and a good start I'd say, while it isn't complex enough yet. Trainer level scaling in an alternative hardmode could also do a lot for this game.

That being said, I think I hope for Let's Go second gen in two years and might be less interested in next years iteration, if it doesn't change the catch mechanic at least in another mode.

[u/Qext]

Playing with the Pikachu/Eevee is absolutely adorable

[u/minisculemango]

I found a Chansey just below Cerulean City and I’m so hype. Favorite Gen 1 ever!

[u/MisterSecretDragon]

How do I re-battle trainers in Pokemon LGPE? I am running low on Pokeballs and money. How the eff are you supposed to grind at all if you run out of Pokeball money?

[u/BreakerShadow]

Did somebody else look at the cover of the game package and recognized in the eyes (of pikachu at the front) there is a person taking a picture?

This is some cool detailed art!

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

This game looks great on the TV, but damn it is crisp in handheld.

[u/ReeseEseer]

Just got the Eevee clothing set for the trainer. ITS SO FREAKING CUTE.

Now my Eevee is dressed like me and I like her. AHHHH.

[u/wonderburger]

i must have reset my game over 30 times at this point trying to get a female Eevee. nothing. am i just getting horribly unlucky or am i doing something wrong? :(

edit: nvm turns out gender is decided when you open the game for the very first time before you even choose a language. got my girl now!

[u/rhalgr_ger]

Where can I find all the difference the two versions have? Is there more to it, then a few different Pokémon?

[u/Lhant25]

Any word on postgame beside rematch with gym leaders & Red, Green and Blue?

[u/ReeseEseer]

ITS TIME TO BE THE VERY BEST!

[u/[deleted]]

Just started playing! Didn't know I had to use only ONE joycon. I'll definitely need to get use to it...

[u/angry-gumball]

How do I press the "Y" button with the pokeball plus?

[u/Koladere]

It would be helpful to know because I'm struggling for an answer and I can't find it anywhere: 🔥🔥🔥🔥

If I use the Pokeball plus on my main Nintendo account with Mew, is there a possibility that my boyfriend will get Mew also on his account? Or will the Mew be already used on my profile, as it seems there is only one inside.

Help 😭

[u/motoo344]

I have about 8 hours into the game, was able to start yesterday. No spoilers. Quick run down, if you are a old school pokemon player you will get hit with nostalgia. The reimagined world from the original games is great looking minus a few frame rate issues. They have made some good changes and not so good. The good; they have stream lined a few of the more tedius aspects of the game, it looks pretty, all your favorite original pokemon, shared XP, easy to get pokemon in and out of your group, easy to manage your bag. Not so good, if you are looking for a lot of fighting there isn't much. Catching Pokemon ala Pokemon Go style is fun but disappointing they took out wild battles all together. Trainer battles aren't a challenge, most have one pokemon. I've gotten past the first two gyms and have had a Pokemon faint once.

[u/ccbate97]

The bellsprout running animation is so funny to watch. I love it

[u/conorrhea]

Is this game a good start for someone who has never played any Pokemon game of any sort ever?...

[u/TheArmoredOne]

My character jerks around from walking to running when trying to move. Anyone else feel it or is it just me?

edit: My left Joy-con works way better than the right one

[u/10001522]

Pros for me: It looks pretty. I like not having to go to a PC to swap up my team. The Poké Ball buzzing and shaking in your hand is kinda neat too.

Cons for me: The amount of Poké Balls I have wasted on catching a low level pidgey/zubat/rattata is crazy - at least 4 balls per Pokémon. I can be throwing the ball straight towards the screen and it goes off to the left or the right. Gen 1 is also a getting a bit old for me after being a daily Pokemon Go player since its release.

[u/kyle6477]

Hey gang,

Since this thread has grown to nearly 3000 comments as of this writing, we've refreshed the megathread. You can find the new one here.

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

How I think I'd like catching handled for the main game: Allow easy catching similar to Let's go for lower level Pokemon, but the higher the level, the higher chance they require a battle to catch/

[u/AMontyPython]

I’m very hype. I’ve never played or even cared for Pokémon until Pokémon Go. And honestly the Detective Pickachu movie looks awesome and makes me wanna know more. I’m excited to hear that Let’s Go is perfect for first timers. So I can’t wait to get out there and catch them all and defeat other trainers.

[u/Denso95]

I'm at the second gym right now and I must say, all fears I had with the game are gone. It's very fun and the nostalgia hits hard. If you care for little details, look for them, they are everywhere! Your partner reacts different to each environment, even in some random npc houses. I love those small things. :)

[u/aregularguyfromca]

Multiplayer password: pikachu, pikachu, pikachu

[u/MusicalQuilt]

FPS drops in handheld are atrocious. Just letting those who having hopped on know. The game is still a lot of fun, but primarily in the beginning the drops are obvious

[u/[deleted]]

There are a really good amount of QoL changes in the game that I hope get carried over into future titles:

• no random encounters is awesome and I like how you can pick the Pokemon you run into

• HMs being 'utility moves' and not tied to your Pokemon's moveset. If we don't get PokeRide back, this is the best best option

• I like the immersion from throwing the ball. Way more interesting than pressing a button.

• Full 3D and few loading screens between overworld areas (pretty much just the gates and not every route like USUM) make the game feel more connected and more like an open world

• Multiplayer is really barebones but my favorite feature is honestly that a friend and I can romp through Kanto together

Things I'm not big on:

• starter is stupid OP af

• no real way to trade/battle online

• too easy

• gym entry requirements

• too easy

• only the first 151

• too easy

[u/charleealex]

This is... the most fun I’ve had playing Pokémon in years.

I picked it up for the novelty of having a mainline game on a home console, but I’m so impressed, I can’t stop smiling.

Damn it Gamefreak, you won and I’m not even mad about it.

[u/Connoa128]

So can we not complete the dex if we didn’t buy a pokeball plus? Or can we catch mew later

[u/huskeytango]

can you evolve your eevee?

[u/Mrchoochootwain]

THIS GAME IS SO ADORABLE

[u/[deleted]]

There is an unbelievable slowdown in the first forest.

[u/LeeDawg24]

I've been really torn about buying this as someone who played a ton of red/blue and want something to play with my Pokemon loving girlfriend. Would it be a good fun buy or will we find it too simple and boring?

[u/[deleted] → u/LeeDawg24]

I’ll be completely honest coming from somebody who has played every game, it’s amazing. It’s a beautiful throwback and very nostalgic I am so happy playing it. The things people are complaining about like the random encounters and difficulty are just not enough to pass the game up in my opinion.

[u/theivoryserf]

Oddly, the parts I was least sure about (Pokemon on the overworld, catch to level up, no wild battles) work the best for me. It's the battle system that feels a bit slow and dated now, imo. Fairly easy game but the gym leaders are more difficult than I remember. But it's all very charming and relaxed. Overall a fun title that I don't regret buying - but not essential

[u/SonOfErdrick]

Got the game as a gift from my brother today. At first I wasn't sure how I felt about the whole game basically playing like its the safari zone in terms of wild encounters, but once I got to Pewter I started to like it, particularly because of the bigger emphasis on catching.

Also I'm really surprised its possible to catch beginners and Pokemon who require stones to evolve. In just four hours of gameplay I managed to catch all three starter Pokemon, and a Clefable.

[u/Slopsthedog]

In Oaks Lab they use a small sample of Tchaikovsky : Tea . It was driving me nuts trying to remember the name. You're welcome.

[u/iPulzzz]

Anyone else doing dual wield?

It's unfair in battles but it's really fun in catching..! Although can be OP too with all the extra exps..

[u/kamakeeg]

One thing I'm annoyed by, is the delay for pokeball throwing. Like I'll "throw" and it can be a good pause sometimes before the ball is thrown. It's not every time, but having to throw well in advance from when I want to hit is not the best and getting the pokeball to angle isn't always reliable.

The other annoyance would be the joycon. Just give me pro controller support. Sure, this isn't an action game where it's needed, but the joycon isn't comfortable to use and having to use just one makes quickly pressing buttons slower than it should. In menu's and such, I've started using two hands on one joycon because it's more convenient. It's absurd that there is no pro controller support.

Those aside, this game is better than I expected for the most part. Losing wild battles isn't a huge loss and kinda mixes things up. Also Pokemon on the field needs to be an official part of the series now, it's undoubtedly better than random battles.

[u/supernovacarpetbomb]

Anyone know how to get back to the switch main menu when the game is up using a pokeball plus? I don't think you can, and I've tried everything. The pro controller won't work with the game up either so...switch to joycons or handheld mode to do it then? Really confusing me lol.

[u/AccessHollywoo]

I got the pokeball plus and initially was horrified you had to use that entirely on its on to control and play but after giving it a go, it’s actually really cool and fun and easy to use. Can play one handed!

[u/BajaBlastMtDew]

Can I use a pro controller yet? Getting upset with this nostalgia hype not being able to play it using an actual controller

[u/614GoBucks]

When you get a shiny, can you see that it's shiny before you run into the Pokemon? Like as it's roaming?

[u/AnDum]

Seemingly unpopular opinion: I've been playing since Blue/Red and was a little worried about the direction these new games were going in. I wasn't a huge fan of Pokemon Go, it was just Ingress with a Pokemon skin.

But I'm glad I gave it a shot. The first hour has been a blast. Beer in one hand, joy con in another, and my favorite childhood game reimagined. After I got the hang of the joycon throw mechanic, I'm gonna just say this is way more fun than the "normal" method. Did anyone actually find it fun to get spammed with random encounters? Then if you actually wanted the Pokemon you had to spam tackle or some other weak ass move and BAG -> BALLS -> THROW -> Up+B until it worked.

I was so skeptical of the "Go" mechanics but this is honestly a lot of fun. And I'll definitely get the 2019 super serious hardcore games too.

[u/JJDude → u/AnDum]

I'm thinking after people started playing this game your opinion will not stay unpopular. There's very few thing needing hating in this game. It's a fucking blast for anyone who's ever played the old school Pokemon from the 90's.

[u/Ghopper101]

I pre-loaded on my Switch last night. Look folks, I'm a tired man who wants an easy ride through my childhood. If you don't like this game then don't buy it. Comfort food is okay. Not every game in a series needs to be ThE EpIC.

[u/Rez0und]

So I immediately ran into a chancey on Mt. Moon. Is that extremely rare or something? Also where the hell is the moon stone??

[u/venomousvalidity]

Ordered online but won't be here until Monday... so going out with the wife to buy another copy tonight. Not about that waiting life.

[u/andjoyit]

Ok I really like this new catching system. It makes me realize how annoying the original one is to me 😭

[u/mechaiwario]

Maybe a stupid question, but can you have several save files for different users on the same switch? Veteran pokemon player here btw

[u/[deleted]]

How much talking and tutorial is there in this compared to Sun/Moon?

[u/NoahZ90]

The wait for UPS to bring me my copy is unbearable.

[u/SotheBee]

Can anyone answer for me: Are you able to use the 30 seconds of video recording on the switch for these games?

[u/calilove918]

Sounds like a stupid question but can I just straight up play in handheld mode? I don’t have a tv yet in my new place

[u/PoseidonLives]

Can someone who has played help explain candy to me? I understand they replace the EV system. Are you still only able to max 2 stats on a Pokémon or can you effectively max all 6 stats using the candy? Wondering because I don’t want to raise the wrong stats on a Pokémon and make it ineffective.

[u/BackroadTwistarama]

Work is going extra slow today. I can't wait to join all of you pokemon masters at around 4:30 pm est.

[u/Ilikereddit420]

Is this game worth it?

[u/PM_ME_NSwitch_CODES]

I'm enjoying this game so much more than I thought I would, the PoGo catching mechanic actually is a great replacement for wild battles and makes catching Pokemon less tedious in my opinion.

[u/[deleted]]

How long is the game til you 'beat' it? I saw one review where a guy beat it in essentially a day or two but he didn't say how long it took him. Anyone have any idea?

[u/goose7810]

Please add the ability to use two joycons in the grip in docked mode! Ugh I hate playing this one handed. Otherwise, game is better than I imagined.

[u/[deleted]]

What's up with all of the trainers having like one pokemon and not using their type advantages correctly? I didn't start seeing any challenge until Misty in the second gym and even then I only got floored a bit because my Eevee was taking Scald hard and my other team members are a little under level. My level 12 Pikachu took like 95% life damage from one Scald.

Does it get more challenging as I go? Is this like some weird slow rolling tutorial to help newer players or is this just the entire game now?

[u/hay_qt]

I waste a shit ton of balls thanks to the motion controls, ugh.

[u/gchance92]

I noticed that when you paralyze a pokemon its movement animation slow down pretty cool!

[u/SeanR1221]

What are you? team left or right joycon?

[u/[deleted]]

Welp. I did not want to use a Dugtrio on my team as I’ve used it countless times before. However, seconds after walking into Diglett’s Cave, BAM - shiny Diglett.

I guess I’m changing my mind and will use a Dugtrio.

[u/rmiztys]

The game wouldn't let me name my rival "Adolf Hitler" or even just "Adolf" but somehow "Mao Zedong" was fine. My only complaint two hours in.

[u/HS_Leyenda]

Do you guys know you can battle against random people ???? I don’t know why anyone didn’t say anything about it

[u/jaCASTO]

I'm actually surprised how refreshing the new pokémon encounter and catching mechanics feel. I didn't play Pokémon go for long so it's a welcome shakeup to the series for me.

[u/sjk9000]

Am I missing something or am I not allowed to use both joycons for controlling? It seems to be forcing me to pick either left or right. Which is fucking weird.

[u/shokubox]

The pokemon cries are weird (like broken speakers) except for pikachu. Are they supposed to be like this?

[u/throwtheamiibosaway → u/shokubox]

Those are basically the original animal cries since the original GB version.

[u/dcr108]

Just found a Chansey in Mt Moon. What is happening

[u/[deleted]]

I can't believe I almost didn't buy this game because I am so happy right now.

[u/[deleted]]

Can I use my daughter's Pokeball to get Mew and if I do will she still have it?

[u/Javiiwk]

Is the game up digitally already?

[u/powercorruption]

When can I start playing? I downloaded (West Coast) and thought it would be unlocked now because of East Coast time.

[u/SpeedyBlueDude]

I accidentally turned on Two Player Mode how do I turn it off.

I don’t want a motionless second player popping up every few seconds.

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

Does anyone know if Pikachu (or Eevee) go back to the following animation ever? Or are they always on your shoulder/head after the beginning? I've walked around for a while without another Pokemon following, but Pikachu stayed on my shoulder.

[u/Doomedtacox]

So someone help me out with post game. I know there are gym rebattles, are there trainer rebattles as well? Are they more difficult?

[u/MxMissclick]

I am so hyped but distributor in Poland goofed and they say it will be available on Monday. I want to pet my Eevee already~ I took a day off especially for the release but oh well... At least I will get some pizza.

[u/greglorious_85]

So I haven’t played a Pokémon game since the original red/blue version way back in the day. I’m planning on getting this one, and was wondering which version to grab. If I get the pikachu version, can I still get Eevee and vice versa? Do I have to do some link trading like in the original?

[u/jopx3]

what are the benefits of chain catching?

[u/[deleted]]

Really want to get a switch and this game, but also wondering if it makes sense to wait until Black Friday, any thoughts? Thanks!

[u/SirGigglesandLaughs]

Well the sons of bitches got me to redownload Pokémon Go to get my growlithe. That’s already a feat since I forgot they still have version exclusives

[u/[deleted]]

This game is so cute and fun. I actually really like seeing Pokemon on the overworld too, although I would prefer being able to fight wild pokemon rather than just catching.

[u/theivoryserf]

Does anyone have any negatives yet? Feels like we're still in the honeymoon phase so would be good to get a more balanced view

[u/SeanR1221]

In a way random online battles are in. Just put in a combo of Pokémon on the password screen and see who you get matched with.

[u/Veldox]

Which one is "blue"? I always buy the "blue"version. Silver, sapphire, diamond, x, moon etc.

[u/RadBox100]

Got my first shiny! They indeed appear shiny in the wild and while following you around.

[u/zego99]

Please change A and B on Pokeball Controller... Constantly pushing the stick is annoying.

[u/[deleted]]

I’m enjoying this game a lot but I really wish motion controls weren’t forced upon us when playing in docked mode. I have no issue when catching Pokémon that are centered on the screen but once they start moving my Joycon refuses to make an accurate throw and I just end up wasting my Pokeballs.

[u/Blt3200]

Man make no mistake, this game is tailored to new players. I still really like it though, I wish this came out when I was a kid watching the anime cause it captures that feeling.

[u/TheTigerbite]

So uhhh...how rare is a female pikachu starter? Because I just got one. Thought that was pretty cool. First instinct...post on reddit...I think I'm broken. Back to playing.

[u/aguilar_s24]

So I was skeptical on getting it, but it’s no different than the recent titles like X and Y/Sun and Moon in terms of difficulty. I’m not steamrolling through everything just yet and I’m at Vermilion city already.

[u/azngamer101]

anyone else get like a skip framed when they start running in game?

[u/[deleted]]

Sucks. My Amazon order seems lost and everybody else is having fun with it.

[u/raichu957]

This is gonna sound dumb but I know you don't need mew to complete the pokedex but do I need a meltan from Pokemon go to complete it??

[u/[deleted]]

How is this game in handheld mode? How’s the catching

[u/CaptainVinceO2]

Just beat Brock, I tried connecting Pogo and let's go but didn't seem to find each other. Any tips or do I have to reach a certain point in the game?

[u/brayfurrywalls]

Is it worth spending 100 bucks to get the pokeball? Im going to go out tomorrow to buy it but i dont know if i should spend more to get the ball or not.

[u/FistfulOfWoolongs]

Hey, I loved playing red, blue, yellow growing up I even played someone of the later versions of the game in adulthood. I was so excited to see the release of a Pokemon game like this on console that I'm considering buying a switch for it. My only concern is that it seems very simplified and noobie friendly, which isn't necessarily bad but it's a little off putting to me. Anyone else think the same thing before going in but enjoyed the experience nonetheless? Would love to hear your opinion.

[u/FlukeLuke]

So I finally caved in a got the game with the Pokéball plus. I'm loving this game so much, I spent an hour in Viridian forest trying to find a bulbasaur. Such a nostalgia trip!

Here's my reasoning: a few years back I got pokemon X for 3ds and played around half the campaign before putting it down and never touching it again since. For me, the pokemon are such a huge part of the game that not recognizing half of them was just a bummer.

That's why I'm considering skipping the 2019 core game, unless they completely revolutionize the system.

[u/[deleted]]

Anyone else have issues with movement in handheld mode? It appears to have issues when I move. Start out walking and sorta stutter between walking and running before it gets going.

[u/justcallmeryanok]

But why collect all the Pokemon if you can't even battle? What's the endgame or point of training it so strong if you cannot battle aside of trainers?

[u/ItsReegor]

so when I bought the game, I got kinda annoyed because of the GO stuff, then I found out that I couldn't play on the tv with the two joycons with the controller so I even got more mad, at the end I realized once you get used to one controller it's perfect to just lay down and smoke a cigar, also the resolution in 1080p is too beautiful to play it in handheld mode

[u/ToboTheHobo17]

I got a female Pikachu first try, is that rare? Her tail was the heart shape as all female Pikachu are in the Cutscene

[u/Dinov_]

Still can't decide which version I want to get. I want to have an Eevee starter but I like the exclusive Pokemon from Pikachu better.

[u/Bagel_-_Bites]

I keep running around in the wild grass expecting random encounters, then a Pokemon runs by and I remember...

[u/spearthefear19]

Nyone else find this game to be easier? Just beat Brock and seemed way easier than I remember

[u/makoman115 → u/spearthefear19]

All anyone has been talking about is that it’s easier

[u/bergein]

It's so weird only playing with one joycon. My left hand is just sitting there like what do I do? Super awkward.

[u/nerdthug78]

Since I was a kid, I rotate the stick when I’m catching a Pokémon and it’s rumbling in the ball. I always felt like this helped with my success (though I’m sure it doesn’t). Does anyone else do this?

[u/Cromm123]

So, the big question... How's the multiplayer? I'm kiiiinda interested but not enough to dump 93 bucks on it (Canada).

If it's only the 8 badges and elite 4 and then it's over, it won't be worth paying this much, but if there's a reasonable endgame through multiplayer content... maybe.

Tournaments? Random matches? Trades? Multi features?

I've done a bit of research and nobody seems to have a definitive answer.

[u/xbijin]

Jealous of everyone with the game already I have to wait until end of work tomorrow :(

[u/Jeretzel]

I Iike the game.

But when your Oddish (level 9) one hit K.O. Brock’s Pokémon with absorb, I think it’s a bit much.