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Pokémon Quest

Pokemon Quest's deep customization is addictive, but weak combat and too many random parts keep it from being good.
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74%Game Brain Score
optimization
graphics, story
82% User Score Based on 84 reviews
Critic Score 59%Based on 5 reviews

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Pokémon Quest is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Game Freak and was released on June 28, 2018. It received neutral reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Welcome to Tumblecube Island! With cube-shaped Pokémon to befriend and hidden treasures to uncover, Pokémon Quest is a free-to-start game that introduces a brand-new land to explore."

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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
optimization1 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and entertaining, especially for younger players, providing hours of enjoyment without constant paywalls.
  • It has a cute art style and simple mechanics that make it accessible for both kids and adults, appealing to Pokémon fans.
  • The game is free to download, making it a great option for those looking for a casual gaming experience without financial commitment.
  • The game features numerous in-game purchases that can be annoying, leading to concerns about its freemium model.
  • Some players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth compared to traditional Pokémon games.
  • The graphics and overall presentation may feel more suited for mobile devices rather than a console experience.
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are described as fun and entertaining, appealing particularly to younger players and beginners in the Pokémon series. While some users noted the low-quality visuals may be challenging to navigate, the cutesy art style is likely to charm both new fans and veterans alike.

    • “The graphics are fun and entertaining; the cross menu 'cooking' and 'power-ups' are keeping my son entertained too.”
    • “Overall, it's a great jumping off point for new fans of the series, and the cutesy art style just might win over veterans.”
    • “Son wasn’t sure if he was going to like it based on the graphics in the picture.”
    • “My son wasn’t sure if he was going to like it based on the graphics in the picture.”
    • “The low graphics make it a little hard to figure out, but it's overall great for a beginner Pokémon kids game.”
    • “Maybe you’d like it if you enjoy Minecraft-style graphics.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of Pokémon Quest is largely absent, with users noting a lack of depth compared to previous games in the series. The game is described as a casual experience, best suited for short play sessions rather than an engaging narrative. Overall, it serves more as a light distraction than a story-driven adventure.

    • “Not suited for Joy-Con or Switch Pro controller; there is no story and it lacks the depth of past games.”
    • “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player.”
    • “The story is predictable and lacks any real emotional impact.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game experiences significant stability issues, including numerous glitches that detract from the overall experience.

    • “It was weird and had many glitches.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the experience.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Many users express dissatisfaction with the game's monetization model, highlighting the prevalence of in-game purchases and feeling that a complete gaming experience should not rely on additional spending.

    • “A game should come complete without in-game purchases necessary.”
    • “I do think my son will enjoy this game; however, I don’t like that they have so many in-game purchases.”
    • “A game should come complete without in-game purchases being necessary.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has been criticized for being a derivative of Pixelmon, with mechanics that feel more suited for mobile devices than a console experience. Players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in excitement, leading to an overall negative impression.

    • “This game is simply just a rip-off of Pixelmon. The mechanics work like a mobile game, even though it is supposed to be a Switch game.”
    • “The mechanics in this game get old, boring, and repetitive. It's not a fun game at all.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its charming aesthetics and smooth performance, indicating effective optimization.

    • “It's a really cute game and runs smoothly.”
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Pokémon Quest is a casual role playing game.

Pokémon Quest is available on Nintendo Switch, Phone, iPad, iPhone and others.

Pokémon Quest was released on June 28, 2018.

Pokémon Quest was developed by Game Freak.

Pokémon Quest has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its optimization but disliked it for its graphics.

Pokémon Quest is a single player game.

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