It’s a great move to have all of the online features accessible at any time on the lower screen, rather than having to trudge to some location within the game world. There are a ton of things to do, from posting messages to sending a random Pokémon into the ether and receiving a random one in return.
People you’ve befriended can be gifted ‘O-powers,’ which provide a boost to one of several parameters, helping them out in their own game. They’ll all be lumped together as ‘passers-by’ the first time you see them, but through interactions such as battling or trading, they can be promoted to ‘acquaintance’ or ‘friend’ status. Using the 3DS’ local wireless or net connection, you’re able to see a list of people playing pokemon in your area or region on the lower screen.
Thanks to the new player search system, the wider world is only a tap of the stylus away. There are several similar decision points in the game, and while the choices are small, it does feel like they have weight, and that your actions are in some way affecting the game world.īut the sense of inclusiveness isn’t just brought about by some NPC companions. But the ones you don’t pick will go to the others in your crew.
As is the norm, your first Pokémon will be picked from a choice of 3 starters. They remain a constant presence as you progress: popping up to provide healing, chipping in with light-hearted banter, or throwing their monsters into battle against rival trainers. At the beginning of the campaign you’ll set out with a group of NPC friends. From the moment you slip back into your trainer’s shoes, you’ll never feel like you’re alone. Pokémon X and Y comprise the 6 th generation of the franchise, and this time it’s all about the community. At the time I didn’t care, because I was too excited about my first successful Pokémon trade. ‘A lady from Texas wants my spoink.’ Try saying that in a crowded public place, and see how many looks you cop from strangers.
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