TemTem is **NOT** Pokémon. Yes, it is the same general genre, but it is NOT Pokémon, so don't hold it to the same standards. Personally, I absolutely love TemTem. Here's my list (note, I'm not that far in):
PROS:
• Visually stunning. I love the graphic/art style.
• MMO? YES PLEASE! Within my first 5 minutes of the game, I was challenged to a battle (me vs. 2 other players,) and won by default because one of them went AFK. 10/10.
• The soundtrack is pretty good.
• I like the character customization. Wish they had a few more options, but I am sure more will be added in the future.
• It's more challenging than Pokémon, which I personally love. I get my a** handed to me if I'm not careful.
• There will be (or is? not sure if it's already implemented) a housing system.
CONS:
• The type matchups do take some getting used to.
• Can be a little grindy when leveling up, but it's not bad.
• TemTem definitely seem like they're separated by area, so if there's a specific Tem you want early on, might have to get a friend to get it for you.
Like I said, I'm still early in the game (only beat the first Dojo,) but I personally adore it. I enjoy that it's more challenging than Pokémon, since Pokémon can get a bit tedious. (Train one Pokémon, teach it a powerful move, sweep the game.) TemTem is definitely worth a try, at the very least.