Various gaming websites are starting to post reviews and first impressions of Pokémon X&Y. Here are some interesting new snippets we have learned. Well keep this updated as more comes in.
though its not clear if that means available in X&Y itself or just tradeable like every other game.
As noted yesterday, no Kalos Pokémon will get a Mega Evolution.
Pokémon earn EXP even when you capture a Pokémon.
Masuda stated that the reason stereoscopic 3D is not used in the overworld was to allow them to add much more detail to the overworld and enhance the
Pokémon now make more natural sounds instead of the current computerised sounds.
The story gets going much quicker than in previous games.
Each of the starter Pokémon has a STAB move from the outset (i.e. Ember for Fennekin, Water Gun for Froakie).
You can run with the B button from the very beginning of the game.
You are gifted the Rollerskates before the first gym.
You can learn new tricks for skating if you defeat Rollerskating trainers.
PokéCenters now contain changing rooms to allow customising your characters outfits.
Café culture permeates the many cities and towns of Kalos.
Masuda stated they do not plan to release any
patches to the games (e.g. to change the type chart or certain moves).
New games Pokémon Winds & Pokémon Waves announced!
Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen to be re-released on Switch, and Pokémon Presents upcoming
Alpha Charizard distribution announced in DLC launch trailer
Mega Chimecho & Mega Baxcalibur revealed in new trailers for Mega Dimension DLC
Mega Evolutions for Raichu and the original Kalos starters announced
New game Pokémon Pokopia revealed in Nintendo Direct
Z-A Battle Club revealed at Pokémon World Championships
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