Kyle Caudill – Google

(Will update later if review is premature). Not the biggest fan so far. It does have some of the classic elements that I loved as a kid but levels seem endless. The first couple spyros had a maximum number of gems for each level, this on does not. It even goes so far as to allow for gem multipler power ups from the gem store. The next issue I have is with the gem store, they are spread throughout the map and unlock new abilities, temporary power ups, and special ammunition. It feels very out of place. The next thing to feel out of place is the whole currency and token system in general. On top of everything I stated for about the money, you also collect eggs, light gems, and destory dark gems. It doesn't feels almost like dead content, they are trying to keep around. Lastly, you start with too many moves out the gate. They feel unearned. I'd say mechanics need dialed back and less collecables. Just make the next ones like the original 3 just new maps and bosses.

This game sucked. The exp share, the fact you get like 120 rare candies right when you start from the mystery gift, the way the bike works and air taxi system. What game is this because its not pokemon. The park I think is what is my biggest pet pev. Its a dumpster bin of random pokemon all at lvl 50. If you find a basic pokemon and need all its evolutions, just catch it at the park and lvl it twice. Lastly, the expansion model Nintendo is taking makes their games feel like the are missing content. Nintendo you're ruining franchises. stop while your ahead.

The new game mechanics over the last 2 or 3 generations, like exp sharing or getting rid of hms, really have taken the fun out of the games. Pokemon black was probably the last really good one. Even appreciated the the black v2 because the story was surprising good. Now Im not far enough along to see if the hms are back but Im really disappointed with the hand holding, like actually telling you where to go and what to do on your map page, and obviously the exp sharing. I don't what to feel like Im along for the ride, I want to run the show. A couple tips. Make pokemon emerald or futher back + new maps and a good story. Stop reinventing the wheel. Your core audience is probably in their 30s and appreciates nostalgia. I want to give it 2 stars because I want to like it but thats not fair because I really don't.