Game Freak considered changing up turn-based battle system and number of moves for Pokemon Sword/Shield
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield are the next true entries in the franchise. This is also the latest generation and the first new one on a console. Given those aspects, it makes sense that Game Freak re-examined all aspects of gameplay while developing Pokemon Sword/Shield.
Planning director Kazumasa Iwao spoke with Game Informer in the magazine’s latest issue as to how Game Freak approaches keeping the experience fresh, stating:
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New Pokemon Sword/Shield concept art
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 0 comments
Game Informer has shared a new batch of concept art from Pokemon Sword/Shield. The images show environments, game concepts, and more.
Here’s the full set:
Descriptions from Game Freak can be found on Game Informer’s site here.
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Pokemon Sword/Shield – 24-hour live stream from Glimwood Tangle
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The Pokemon Company is about to kick off a 24-hour live stream for Pokemon Sword/Shield, which starts in one hour. As previously announced, Sonia has set up a live camera and is conducting observation research in Glimwood Tangle, a strange forest area in the Galar region.
You can watch the stream as it happens below. We’ll report back with any interesting developments that take place.
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The Pokemon Company issues statement on the number of gyms in Pokemon Sword/Shield
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After some confusion surrounding the number of gyms in Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield, The Pokemon Company has issued a lengthy statement providing clarification.
It reads in full:
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Origins of the names for Pokemon Sword and Shield, Zacian and Zamazenta
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For its latest cover story, Game Informer was able to visit Game Freak in Japan to learn more about Pokemon Sword/Shield. Some interesting information was shared about the naming origins for the two titles as well as their Legendary Pokemon.
As for Pokemon Sword/Shield, their names came about very late in development. Game Freak decided to just look at the Legendary Pokemon they created – one was based around a sword while the other featured a shield, so they decided to go with that. Game Freak also felt there was something to the fact that “sword” and “shield” are strong words while Pokemon are cute. You’d also have to think about the power behind having a sword/shield and whether you would attack/protect.
Regarding Zamazenta and Zacian, director Shigeru Ohmori wanted to get back to naming things after colors. Zamazenta stems from magenta and Zacian has ties to cyan.
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The Pokemon Company not confirming 18 gyms for Pokemon Sword/Shield, will have similar amount as past games
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Earlier this week, Game Informer unveiled Pokemon Sword/Shield for its November 2019 cover story. As part of that, the magazine included information about the amount of gyms. Based on comments from director Shigeru Ohmori, many interpreted his words as having confirmed 18 gyms to conquer. However, that may not actually be the case.
As a reminder, this is what Ohmori said:
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Video: Game Freak answers 101 rapid-fire Pokemon questions
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Game Informer is continuing its coverage of Pokemon Sword/Shield with a new off-beat video. Below, Pokemon Sword/Shield producer Junichi Masuda and director Shigeru Ohmori answer 101 rapid-fire questions, many of which are about the upcoming Switch titles.
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Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield estimated to have around 1,000 people involved
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Unsurprisingly, Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield are massive endeavours. There are tons of people involved, ranging from those at Game Freak to staffers working on the project from outsourcing, and even folks from marketing.
Just how big of a production in Pokemon Sword/Shield? Director Shigeru Ohmori estimates that there are around 1,000 people involved in total.
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24-hour Pokemon Sword/Shield live stream planned of Glimwood Tangle
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Update: Luminous Maze Forest is called Glimwood Tangle in English. We also added in an English stream and a message from Sonia below.
The Pokemon Company has announced that it will host a 24-hour live stream for Pokemon Sword/Shield featuring the Luminous Maze Forest. Various Pokemon will be shown, but all that’s known at present.
The stream will go live at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe on October 4. We have an embed of the broadcast below.
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Little Town Hero character trailer with soundtrack sample
Posted on 5 years ago by Devin(@Sonicb00m111) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Game Freak has shared a new character trailer for Little Town Hero, also showcasing some more of the game’s soundtrack.
Those interested can view the footage below.
