Pokémon Black Version 2 Notes

The first direct Pokémon sequel and it came out after the 3DS was in the world (can't ignore that DS install base). Game Freak really explored the narrative potential and space beyond the usual and I think it works well enough. The world and activities with Pokémon were also diverse and a real lived in feel. WarningSpoilers below! Stats Started Playing: 11/26/23 Beat: 12/23/23 with 21:41 on the clock Total Playtime: 22:19:00 Overall The game only feels like a sequel in the sense that characters crossover and the evil team is the same. But the plot sorta suffers. The villains ambitions are reveled at the eleventh hour. Your "rival" is revenge focused. The gym leaders and champ are not integrated. You don't get any satisfaction from it being in the same world beyond a few references. Gold and Silver did this to much better effect. Graphics/Performance Sprites still reign supreme The DS had such unique graphics capabilities. It led to memorable art. Gameplay I like the battle menu look…