Legends: Arceus or BDSP - Which Pokémon Game Should You Buy?
Nintendo and Game Freak recently released three new Pokémon games for the Nintendo Switch: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl and Pokémon Legends: Arceus, but which should players purchase? While the choice is entirely personal and based on the individual’s tastes and preferences, mechanics, gameplay loops and systems, and general improvements on the baseline formula can influence a player's perception of quality for each title. Unfortunately, while each has its strengths, an equal price doesn’t guarantee equal enjoyment.
Pokémon games have almost always been released in pairs, but Pokémon Legends: Arceus is the only core series exception. Selling different versions is a method Nintendo uses to make the most money from each new region. Each version may feature unique legendaries or exclusive monsters, like Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl isolating Dialga and Palkia. However, Pokémon Legends: Arceus didn’t ship with a version companion and is an original product instead of a remake.
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In an age where gamers are steadily losing confidence in AAA game developers, even those from storied franchises with long histories, it’s important to show support with the almighty dollar. Catastrophes like EA’s Battlefield 2042 represent a loss of consumer support and trust, boding poorly for the company and the IP. With two Pokémon games released so close to one another, it’s vital to prove which formula better serves the community. The beloved monster-catching franchise has suffered harsh criticism for its recent DLC model and refusal to improve baseline systems. Still, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl improve on series
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