Pokémon Pokémon Pokopia

[Anine]

Ooops, I wasn’t going to but it day 1, but I’ve heard so many good things. It’s also my birthday tomorrow so you know… gift for myself? Excited to try it later!

 

[Aerith]

Waiting for my copy to arrive with the mail Guess it's a good excuse to get some chores done beforehand. Hope everyone is having a fantastic time!

 

[Captain Jigglypuff]

I plan on getting the game this weekend. And also an eShop card that has enough to pay off Tomodachi Life Living the Dream

 

[BunburyBrianna]

The limited time events scare me as a concept (I already have issues with FOMO in my life creeping in) but I do hear lots of positive things about this game otherwise! My friend is trying to convince me to buy a Switch 2, she loves the game so much (and thinks I will as well).

 

[Captain Jigglypuff]

I plan on getting the game tomorrow. I’m not feeling well so I’m taking the day off to get some rest and hopefully get better.

 

[Giddy]

I've seen some screenshot and I wish I could play it DX

 

[Airysuit]

Im so addicted to this game already…

 

[You got mail!]

played it as soon as it came out and it’s sooooo cute, chill and comfy especially the music!! it makes me so sleepy… but yeah really loving how the mons interact with each other and it’s so cool to do what you can and at your pace. still at the first area, wanna make it as neat as possible!!!

Spoiler: couple of screenshots

 

[Neb]

I picked up the game today and it's been a lot of fun! I love the relaxing gameplay. This is easily the best spin off Pokemon has had in a long time. I'm bummed more people aren't able to enjoy it since they don't have a Switch 2.

 

[Captain Jigglypuff]

Started playing the game. It’s a cute game and I like it.

 

[Chris]

... but yeah really loving how the mons interact with each other...

Absolutely agree on this. The world feels so alive! I hope Animal Crossing takes some tips from this, because the Pokémon are so frequently interacting with you, each other, and the environment.

 

[Captain Jigglypuff]

I gave myself the nickname I always give to the first Ditto I get in every game it’s in Xerox. I just befriended Slowpoke and made the stairs before calling it a night. I plan on doing more later today.

 

[Captain Jigglypuff]

I just got it to rain and freed Onix and unlocked the beach area. I like how different the game is from every other Pokémon spin off and how each Pokemon has their own personality and likes and dislikes.

 

[Rykertimee]

I just got it to rain and freed Onix and unlocked the beach area. I like how different the game is from every other Pokémon spin off and how each Pokemon has their own personality and likes and dislikes.

Yeah, that's another one of the things I like about the game. It isn't like ACNH where a villager is one of eight presets

 

[Captain Jigglypuff]

Yeah, that's another one of the things I like about the game. It isn't like ACNH where a villager is one of eight presets

And you actually get rewarded for helping NPCs and giving them gifts. At least it makes more sense as to why some of them ask for things that are physically impossible for them to do.

 

[Dim]

I'm kinda on the fence but I do have a Switch 2, how is this game?

 

[S.J.]

I am enjoying Pokopia very much! There's definitely a lot that's reminiscent of New Horizons, but there are also some things that aren't. I agree with what others have said; it's really pleasant to see the Pokémon interacting with each other and with the environment. It's also cute to see them wandering away from their home. Found a Magikarp in Scyther's hay bed today! Apparently he didn't like his beach home after all.

It's hard to put down, but I love that I can play a little bit here and there even though I'm busy with other things. I can see myself working on this for a long while, and I look forward to slowly decorating and "terraforming" the way I feel. My only complaint at the moment would be the lack of hair and clothing options for Ditto!

 

[floatingzoo]

Just got it today to try with my nephew! I have such mixed feelings. It's really hard to put down, it doesn't feel grind-y, the Pokemon just hangin' out are adorable... but I reserve judgement till tomorrow. Most noteworthy is that I couldn't get myself to name the ditto player after myself -- the thing is just so off-putting. I named it Sprout.

 

[Captain Jigglypuff]

Just got it today to try with my nephew! I have such mixed feelings. It's really hard to put down, it doesn't feel grind-y, the Pokemon just hangin' out are adorable... but I reserve judgement till tomorrow. Most noteworthy is that I couldn't get myself to name the ditto player after myself -- the thing is just so off-putting. I named it Sprout.

I just called myself the nickname I always give to a Ditto in every game Xerox. It just felt natural since it’s implied in the opening that there was a human that used to be with you. I do like how the game is set in a world seemingly without any humans in it similar to the Mystery Dungeon universe but you don’t need to go into dangerous dungeons and caves to figure out why you are now a Pokémon and no annoying Kecleon attacking you viciously because you either accidentally step off of the rug while holding an item or you thought you dropped said item.