Pokemon Legends: Z-A

"Despite the flaws (game’s not pretty and kind of boring in the beginning) I would lie if I told you I did not have fun playing Legends Z-A. The story is quite cool and the new, real-time combat system made …"

"The core of Pokémon and the highs of Pokémon Legends: Z-A just about manage to shine through in the Mega Dimension DLC, but the repetitive Hyperspace dimensions, bland level design, and dull donut making stop this from being a true …"

"Pokémon Legends: ZA is the next step in the series&s; mega-evolution, a title with fresh ideas, a spirit of renewal, and a desire to do things right. While there&s;s still work to be done, this is the path future Pokémon …"

"Pokémon Legends ZA is an incredible new entry set in a world that&s;s as alive as the characters that inhabit it. The new battle system adds a unique level of chaos to keep battles constantly fresh, and exploring the world …"

"How much someone loves Pokémon Legends: Z-A will really come down to how much they love Pokémon battles, versus getting to explore and catch new Pokémon. It&s;s not that one gameplay element is better than the other — both have …"

"That dream sold to us by the Pokemon anime? It&s;s right here, clearer than it ever has been."

"Lumiose City could do with work, but Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a much more tightly focused - and delightfully goofy - return to better form. At least by modern Pokémon&s;s standards."

"Pokemon Legends: Z-A isn&s;t without flaws, but its drawbacks are vastly outweighed by its fun factor."

"This second generation of Pokemon games on the Switch - Scarlet, Violet, and Legends: Z-A - has repeatedly gone back and forth between "we are so cooked" and "we are so back". Pokemon Legends: Z-A has basically distilled that down …"

"The new battle system feels like a watershed moment for the franchise, and I hope we see it again soon. As a fan who always lamented the fact that we never got a “Pokemon Z” after X and Y, this …"

"Pokémon Legends: Z-A is fun, but it&s;s clearly light-years behind industry standards and what one would expect from the most profitable franchise in video game history. The good ideas are completely drowned out by shoddy graphics and dialogue that still …"

"A more focused, streamlined Pokémon experience that trades rolling hills for boulevard cafes and a greater focus on characters and story."

"Like so many other modern Pokémon games, Pokémon Legends: Z-A paints a promising picture of what the future of Pokémon could look like. It&s;s an enjoyable return an underappreciated region in Pokémon that fans are sure to appreciate."

"Pokemon Legends: Z-A successfully translates its iconic battle system to real-time, but its visuals and presentation leave a lot to be desired."

"The audacity of this exploitative cash-in is honestly quite disgusting. At least Ekans is in it."

"Pokémon Legends Z-A is a grand adventure that once again proves that the Legends series is home to the most interesting ideas Game Freak has."

"Does Pokémon Legends: Z-A successfully shake up the Pokémon formula and deliver another exciting adventure or is this another doomed trip to Kalos?"

"Pokémon Legends: Z-A is not the next-generation evolution of the franchise that you&s;ve been waiting for. And while that is disappointing, these spin-off titles have done a pretty good job of creating fun little diversions that will tide you over …"

"I really wanted to like Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and at PAX, I thought it had a lot of promise, but after playing it, all I’ve felt is disappointed and wish that I had my time back, maybe to replay Arceus …"

"An invigoratingly original combat system, an almost surprisingly good narrative that covers real and important themes, and the same charming monster designs and aesthetics that continue to define Pokémon as one of the biggest media properties in history. Excellent work, …"

"Pok&s;mon Legends: Z-A is an interesting spin-off fulfilling dream of some players &s; what would happen if combat system turned real-time? It is more dynamic approach filled with a lot of options, vast Pok&s;dex, but partially limited to one location …"

"Unlike the most recent Pokémon Scarlet &a; Violet, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a game that really holds your attention. The spiritual successor to Legends Arceus, it&s;s learned from the mistakes of the distant past and beautifully shows what city life …"

"It’s also worth noting that players can enjoy online link play over the internet as well as with nearby local consoles. Private matches can be created with friends. With all the gameplay changes it does feel like a substantially new …"

"Pokémon Legends: Z-A may not surpass Arceus in innovation, but it delivers an exciting adventure with plenty of nostalgic charm that make it a worthy follow-up in the series."

"I’m sure of it: beyond its imperfections and the unfinished business Game Freak has yet to resolve, Pokémon Legends: Z-A marks the first step in a smart direction—one that aligns with what many fans have been asking for over the …"

"Pokemon Legends: Z-A finally feels like Game Freak hitting its stride in Pokemon’s 3D era, with a fun setting to explore, a well-written story, and a total battle system overhaul that works surprisingly well."

"Pokémon Legends Z-A dares to be different in various ways, and it comes together beautifully. Sure, not everything works, but it&s;s a marked improvement over the many issues that Scarlet/Violet had, and improves upon the "graphical issues" that many felt …"

"If you prioritize up-to-the-minute aesthetics, Pokémon Legends: Z-A - and arguably any title in the series - isn&s;t for you. Still, I can&s;t deny how much fun I&s;ve had playing this game. Its addictiveness triumphs over any minor issues. Real-time …"

"Pokémon Legends: Z-A is here, bringing with it the second exciting entry into the Legends spinoff series of games"

"I have no doubt that the systems introduced in Pokemon Legends: Z-A could shine brightly in the future of the series - but for now, they&s;re just not quite there yet."