Pokkén Tournament

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Pokkén Tournament is a single player and multiplayer arcade fighting game. It was developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment and was released on July 16, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Pokkén Tournament is a fighting game where players can battle against each other or AI with their favorite Pokémon. With good game mechanics and stunning visuals, it offers a smooth and enjoyable gameplay experience for both newcomers and experienced players. This game, developed in collaboration with Tekken producers, brings a fresh and exciting take on the Pokémon franchise.

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graphics12 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Great fighting game with an amazing roster of Pokémon and deep mechanics that appeal to both casual and hardcore players.
Fun and engaging multiplayer experience, making it a great game to play with friends and family.
Accessible controls and a well-designed tutorial help new players quickly learn the game, while still offering depth for experienced players.

Limited single-player content and a grind-heavy experience can make the game feel repetitive over time.
Some players find the visuals underwhelming, especially in docked mode, which can detract from the overall experience.
The roster of Pokémon could be larger, leaving some fans wanting more variety in character selection.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and vibrant visuals, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. While some players noted issues with visuals when docked and expressed a desire for more character models, the general consensus highlights the game's appealing art style and solid graphical performance, especially on the Switch.
- “I played it and this game is awesome; I will recommend it for its beautiful graphics.”
- “The game has great graphics and the new style of fighting is fast-paced and cool.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and the gameplay is addictive.”
- “Leveling up opens potential for imbalance, underwhelming visuals.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the phase shift feature that enhances match dynamics and pacing. Players appreciate the combination of simple yet deep fighting techniques, beautiful graphics, and a robust roster, making it an addictive experience. The game also offers excellent online modes and comprehensive tutorials, catering to both newcomers and seasoned players.
- “I absolutely love playing this game and would highly recommend it to anyone. I think the phase shift mechanic is really fun and is underrated for how hype it can make a match, completely switching up the pacing and gameplay style.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and the gameplay is addictive.”
- “The game looks and sounds great. It's a fantastic fighting game, with loads of new mechanics to keep things fresh. The online mode is immaculate, and it has great tutorial and practice modes.”
- “I was excited to play with 3D Pokémon on a console, but unless you are a fan of Tekken-style gameplay, it is difficult to maneuver.”
- “Simple mechanics yet deep fighting technique.”
- “Deep but approachable fighting mechanics.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits mixed opinions on replayability; while some users praise its great replay value and graphics, others feel it lacks significant replayability, describing it as a decent but not particularly engaging experience for repeated play.
- “It actually has a great replay value and great graphics.”
- “If you were looking for another fighter that is interesting and has replay value on the Switch, this game is for you.”
- “There's also not a ton of replay value in it.”
- “Still a decent game, I just don't see any replay value in it personally.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is generally considered weak, with some users finding it boring and lacking depth, while others appreciate the single-player mode. While the game includes mission panels and daily challenges, those seeking a rich narrative may want to look elsewhere. Overall, it seems to cater more to gameplay mechanics than to storytelling.
- “The single player story mode is fun too.”
- “I got it for my son for his birthday, and he likes it, but he wishes there was a story.”
- “Boring story mode and didn't like the level system, but it's a good game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, players report a high level of stability in the game, with no significant glitches or issues encountered, even at advanced levels.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant lag and disconnections during matches.”
- “There are numerous bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While some users found the story mode to be boring and the leveling system unappealing, they still acknowledged the game as enjoyable overall, indicating that its emotional impact may not resonate with everyone.
- “The story mode was boring and I didn't like the level system, but overall it's a good game.”
- “The emotional depth was lacking, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I felt no emotional investment in the storyline, which made the experience feel flat.”

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Pokkén Tournament is a arcade fighting game.

Pokkén Tournament is available on Wii U and Wii.

Pokkén Tournament was released on July 16, 2015.

Pokkén Tournament was developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment.

Pokkén Tournament has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Pokkén Tournament is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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