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Pokemon Diamond/Pearl

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  • User Score (267)
    8.7 8.7 from 267 reviewers
  • Expert Score (70)
    8.1 8.1 from 70 reviewers
  • Gameplay (26)
    6.7 6.7 from 26 reviewers
  • Graphics (30)
    6.1 6.1 from 30 reviewers
  • Sound (48)
    6.1 6.1 from 48 reviewers
  • Control (5)
    7.4 7.4 from 5 reviewers
  • Lifespan (8)
    7.6 7.6 from 8 reviewers
  • Buzz Index: 0/5
  • Activity: 1/5
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Pokémon Diamond / Pearl

Pokémon Diamond / Pearl is developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo DS. The game is set in the fantasy world of Sinnoh, and covers the adventure of a single protagonist embarking on a quest to capture and train Pokémon while simultaneously thwarting the agenda of the criminal organization Team Galactic. The game has Single-player, multiplayer and online multiplayer modes and has a CERO: A / ESRB: E / OFLC: PG / PEGI: 3+ rating.

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Pokémon Diamond / Pearl

Pokémon Diamond / Pearl is developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo DS. The game is set in the fantasy world of Sinnoh, and covers the adventure of a single protagonist embarking on a quest to capture and train Pokémon while simultaneously thwarting the agenda of the criminal organization Team Galactic. The game has Single-player, multiplayer and online multiplayer modes and has a CERO: A / ESRB: E / OFLC: PG / PEGI: 3+ rating.

Features

The games add an extensive amount of new features, such as Internet play over the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, while building on older game concepts such as Pokémon Contests. Both games are independent of each other but feature largely the same plot and, can be played separately. The games features worldwide battles and trading using WiFi and real-time clock feature changes the time of day based on the DS clock where the Pokemon caught vary based on the region and the time of day. Certain Pokemon moves power changes based on time. It features more elaborate Pokemon Contests and players can use the accessories and dress up their Pokemon. The game also features new dual-type Pokemon, new/altered moves, and new special abilities add to the already deep strategy of Pokemon battling. It is developed in 3-D environments and updated graphics.

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Pros & Cons

  • addictive gameplay, just plain fun, fantastic multiplayer, 100 new pok mon, improved graphics
  • repetitive gameplay, boring at times, far too easy, same old stuff, can get repetative
  1. 'Pokemon Diamond/Pearl' Review (DS)

    03 May 2009
    Overall 0
    0.0
     

    What better way to get children familiar with obsessive-compulsive disorder than to give them a game where the catchphrase is "Got to catch them all" and the addictive drug of choice are cute, fuzzy creatures that do battle? Seriously though, I was a fan of the series for the first two installments and found myself watching the series every week, but this was at the prime of Pokemon fever. After having taken some time off from the franchise, the newest Diamond/Pearl has... Read more

  2. Pokemon Diamond and Pearl

    Reviewer: Kidzworld
    05 March 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Pokemon Diamond and Pearl arepriceless gems!They're a huge leap in thefun-factorof the oldPokemon video gamesfor GBA and are packed with heaps of extramini-games, Pokemon to catch and tons ofincredible multiplayermodes. These new Pokemon games aresuper funfor new Pokemon fans, loaded with extras for expert Pokemon Trainers, and they're just plain fun. Plus, you canvoice chatwith anyone else who has a copy! They're so cool! Read more

  3. Reviewer: GamerSquad.com
    22 February 2008

    Pokemon Diamond and Pearl are traditional Pokemon RPGs that take place in a region called Sinnoh. When you set off on your travels, you’ll be able to play as either a boy or girl Trainer. Read more

  4. Pokémon Pearl Version (DS)

    18 February 2008

    (Page 1 of 3) When Nintendo released the first entries of its Pokémon series in the United States, many people were quick to dismiss the increasingly popular games as a fad. The games were, after all, accompanied by a marketing blitz including a TV show, a card game and enough toys and merchandise to smother an elementary school student. Nearly 10 years later, the initial shockwave has passed, but Pokémon is still going strong. Sure, your local anchorman isn't... Read more

  5. Pokemon Diamond (Nintendo DS)

    12 December 2007
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Thank to you, Nintendo, I haven’t been able to have a civilized conversation with an adult for 2 weeks. Read more

  1. Pokemon Diamond rocks

    Reviewer: GamePro.com
    09 May 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    this game is awesome for the Nintendo DS. i have been a big fan of pokemon ever since i got pokemon Red Version on the gameboy ever since that day it was getting better and better. This is an amazing franchise and is really really addicting. that is probably why so much people like it. It would be better if there were some twist to the game than it would be at the hight rank. But overall a really great game. Read more

  2. Reviewer: Shadow Vanity, Cubed³
    28 March 2009

    hello does anybody have a growlithe or arcanine i need one badly!!:p Read more

  3. Pokemon Pearl

    Reviewer: Michael Berlin "Mikey B", Amazon
    19 March 2009
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Fun: I love pokemon. Great game. Alot of fun and very addicting. I just wish they would make a game like this for the bigger systems. One that you can actually go and catch pokemon like on the TV show. Until they get smart enough to do that, I will continue to have fun with what they have out. Read more

  4. One of the best games ever

    Reviewer: LOVEFiLM
    14 February 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This game is amzing even though the graphics are rubbish and it is not 3d. It is an amzing game because you want to catch all the pokemon and trade them. It takes forever to complete the game (unless you cheat) and it is just great catching legendrey pokemon. Overall this game is really good. Read more

  5. Same game as before but still fun

    Reviewer: Blueclops, Game Almighty
    25 April 2007

    Pokémon is now in its 4th generation with the induction of Diamond and Pearl. The game basically puts the player in the shoes of a new kid, stumbling into his new job of Pokémon trainer. Sadly, the biggest change from the last game is the graphics. While each game has had a slight graphical increase, this is the first game to be "3D". Windmills have polygonal turbines instead of pixilated ones, and I walk around on a large bridge which is its own area, then below it.... Read more

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