You can find a new batch of Pokemon X/Y details below. The latest information was translated from a Japanese magazine by the folks over at Bulbagarden.
– As has been mentioned Pokemon gain experience even when the opposing wild Pokémon is caught
– A caught Pokémon gives the same experience points as a defeated one
– Sky Battles are limited to Flying-type Pokemon and those with the Levitate ability; some moves can’t be used
– There is an adjustment to the inheritance system of breeding
– Ghost-type Pokemon can freely escape from battle without being influenced by Shadow Tag
– The item Exp. Share will revert to Exp. All as in Generation I
– This sees one Pokemon holding the item and participates in battle, but all other Pokemon in the team receive experience as well
– Participating Pokemon receives 100% experience, and non-participating Pokemon receive 50%
– When distributing new moves and abilities, priority was given to new Pokemon
– CGI style is different than Pokemon Stadium/Battle Revolution since those games were supposed to emulate “realism within fantasy”
– Handheld Pokemon games are supposed to be accessible to everyone, so battles were made “cuter”
– Selection process for Mega Evolved Pokemon is based on three points: visual looks, popularity and game balance
– Because Mega Evolved Pokemon are put in the same class of legendary Pokemon, only one Pokemon can hold a Mega Stone during battles
– The timing to Mega-Evolve is selectable.
– Some moves, with focus on special ones, have had their power and accuracy revamped
A brand new Pokemon has been revealed on the official Pokemon Facebook page. It’s none other than Doublade, the evolved form of Honedge.
Here’s the official overview:
“The evolved form of Honedge has been revealed! Meet Doublade! This Steel- and Ghost-type Pokémon is capable of carrying out intricate attacks by telepathically coordinating its two blades to deliver twice the slice in battle. Who’s planning to catch this sharp-looking Pokémon?”
This week’s GameStop ad has gone live. Today’s circular is less about deals, as pre-order offers take the focus. But hey… you can save $10 on Zumba Fitness for Wii.
Here’s the ad in full:
The 3DS has managed to outpace the Wii’s lifetime sales in Japan, based on the latest data from Media Create.
Nintendo’s handheld sold another 159,388 units last week, bringing the system’s total to 12,752,731. Wii’s lifetime sales in Japan stand at 12,698,878.
The 3DS obtained its sales in roughly 2.5 years. The Wii has been around for close to seven years, having launched in Japan back in December 2006.
CVG has published a new interview with Alain Corre, Ubisoft’s executive director for EMEA territories. The site managed to slip in a few questions about Wii U and 3DS support – including Rayman Legends for Nintendo’s handheld – and also asked about the future of Prince of Persia.
Read on below for Corre’s responses.
This month’s EDGE review scores are as follows:
Grand Theft Auto V – 10
Disney Infinity – 7
Puppeteer – 7
Outlast – 9
Killzone: Mercenary – 6
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn – 6
Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs – 7
868-HACK – 8
Shelter – 7
Dragon’s Crown – 6
Thanks to joclo for the tip.
