Pokémon Legends: Arceus Review - More Than A Trainer Journey
Pokémon Legends: Arceus reimagines the linear gameplay of previous titles with stunning open-world-inspired exploration and player-driven progression. Developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo, Pokémon Legends: Arceus highlights the strengths of the OLED Nintendo Switch while updating Pokémon gameplay with modern RPG mechanics. However, Pokémon Legends: Arceus doesn't just innovate gameplay, but revitalizes the importance of the trainer's journey and the bond between a player and their team.
While past Pokémon titles stick closely to a set of narrative devices, Pokémon Legends: Arceus immediately shakes things up. As the main character, a young Galaxy Team member of the Hisui region, players team up with Professor Laventon to carry out missions for Commander Kamado and Captain Cyllene. These missions include scouting expansive wild locations for Pokémon species to fill the first Pokédex, as well as assisting the Diamond and Pearl clans as they deal with frenzied Lord and Lady Pokémon. Each character encountered has a special and interesting story, creating a deep sense of satisfaction when accomplishing objectives throughout the narrative.
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Pokémon Legends: Arceus has a delightful and clean art style that is a dramatic difference from older Pokémon titles. The areas players can explore are detailed, with textures on grass, rocks, and water that blend stylized graphics with atmospheric immersion. This is particularly noticeable regarding Pokémon spawning in the overworld. Models have numerous animations, from bouncing around and playing to curled up and snoozing. The Pokémon models also emote, showing irritation, fear, or excitement, adding personality to
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