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All teen and kid reviews for Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver Versions

Age
6
Average rating based on 43 kid and teen reviews:
  • 53% say there are positive messages
  • 40% say there are positive role models
Kid, 12 years old
August 9, 2010
 
A.I.L.T.G (amazing i love this game)
i love it. it seems strange that almost all of my friends have this game in their car, always playing it on the phone, and calling me to tell them they caught groudon or something. but still, its educaational (or at leats teaches strategy and patience) has good messages about saving the world and you can be strong by lovbing your pokemon, and is pretty easy, execpt for the skill course onn pokeathalon wich is rigged and stupid. but you might get teased and beaten up at school for it if you 4th grade+.

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Kid, 12 years old
April 24, 2011
 
Very Good, Until I Traded It In To Save Up For My Xbox 360 Slim.
Okay, my little brothers have played it, I've played it, its pretty good but i wish it had a new region in this game. I played through the game and then traded it in at one video game store so I had enough money for my Xbox 360 Slim.

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Kid, 13 years old
April 15, 2011
 
Good game but too hard? :-(
This game is to hard for ages 9 and below. The Reasons are 1. The game has 2 regions so that means 16 badges to collect. 2. Some thing are relly confusing. There are more reasons but the reason is this game is more complicated than other version.

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Kid, 12 years old
March 30, 2010
 
only pokemon game worth getting
it is one of the coolest games ever! it is certinaly better than the other pokemon games, probably the only one worth getting. it does have consumerism though, its trying to get you to buy other pokemon junk. but all in all, its a great game!

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Teen, 18 years old
May 22, 2010
 
I want everyone to look at this review and use it as an example.
This is what kids should be playing! Not Assassi's Creed or Grand Theft Auto. Your kids need to learn sportsmanship, teamwork and, now more than ever, phyisical fitness. NOT HOW KILL SOMEONE THEN STEAL HIS CAR! I am going to be the last 13 year old on this earth with parents who care for his wellbeing. Well thank you SMART PARENTS AND KIDS for taking this message to heart!

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Teen, 14 years old
December 26, 2010
 
i think its a VERY good game. ive loved these games 4 as long as i can remember. the pokewalker is a very good move 2 get kids off thier couch if they did'nt lose it like i did. those who played Gold and Silver in 1999 will love to play it again with all the new features. parents however, will have to give the advertisment lesson 2 kids first. this is another large chunk of pokemon franchise. other than that, this is just like any other pokemon game

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Kid, 11 years old
October 11, 2010
 
I Like this Game The Glitches Are funny and the story is about "Saving Johto\Kanto From Team Rocket" Although You Have Caught Pokemon From Thier Natraul habitat They Eventully Start To like You

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Teen, 16 years old
December 16, 2010
 
Pokemon HeartGold, The Perfect Remake
This game is definite proof that the Pokemon series has yet to go stale. This game definitely stays to true to the original games, while also adding on plenty of post-game content to keep you occupied for hours on end.

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Kid, 11 years old
January 2, 2011
 
Pokemon Soul Silver Review
It is most-likely one of the best games I ever played! When my parents aren't telling me to do chores or shoolwork and I've earned gametime, I play it for as long as possible without having to shut it down. I don't see why anyone should hate it. 'Cause it's one great game!

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Kid, 10 years old
September 14, 2010
 
graet game
love the game plus theres so much to do.

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Kid, 13 years old
May 1, 2011
 
Fun, addicting game for all ages! :)
Pokemon Soulsilver is my first ever pokemon game, and to tell you the truth, I LOVED IT!! It's very addicting to play and sometimes I find myself playing on it for hours at a time. It's sometimes a little tricky though, and it gets a little frustrating at times, like when I walk through a cave I cant walk around without facing a pokemon every 10-20 seconds!!! And also--Strategy is key. Fighting the different pokemon is like a rock, paper, scissors match but with more strategy involved. Overall, this is an insanely addicting game that will be great for a pokemon fanatic to someone new to the series alike! Have fun :)

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Kid, 13 years old
May 30, 2011
 
Good.
This game is awesome. But it has worn out over the years...

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Kid, 13 years old
August 16, 2010
 
perfect for anyone
I love it! i played it like three hours this morning and like 2 this afternoon. its that good! Nothing is bad in it except that you can name your pokemon and your charachters anything you want, but if you let like your 4 year old or something get it your not gonna see like the s word as their lugias name or something, but lots of people (like me) are gonna want to name their rival something stupid or offensive like fool or dope. but still, its ok for anyone. and it gets you active by making a pokewalker, thats a pedometer that gives your pokemon one exp. point for every step, and you cant just shake it and get steps, which is good. nintendo has also made this a hidden ad though by making like the fifth generaion of pokemon or something, so your kids might wanna buy like the first second third and fourth generations too, so dont let them blow their money on the 20-something other pokemon games if they get it. and if oyure 10 and you think its baybish, think again becuase the only haters are stupid idiots who all they play is M games.

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Kid, 11 years old
December 14, 2011
 
Good game
Good for younger kids

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Kid, 12 years old
November 27, 2011
 
Awesome game that anyone can play.
Unless your one of those crazy parents who thinks Pokemon is violent, its a good game for all ages. It is NOT for babies, I have a seventeen year old cousin who still plays Soul Silver with me every time we hang out. The pokewalker is a great idea too, but I lost mine a few months ago and im looking around the house for it. Overall it is a great game that can be a little hard in some parts.

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Teen, 15 years old
April 5, 2010
 
Exceptional games for gamers of all ages
These games are the best in the Pokemon series. They exceed the others in just about every way from controls to sound to graphics. There is nothing to worry about except for some very mild violence. The games are turn-based RPGs, so if you don't like slower-paced games, these are not for you. They are somewhat long and fairly challenging when you're just playing through the story, but if you're looking to fill your Pokedex (like me!) you'll be looking at well over 100 hours of gameplay. The new Pokewalker accessory, which comes with the game, is cool and has actually got my lazy butt off the couch (though you could just shake it instead of actually walking). Altogether, these are the best of Pokemon and rank among the best games for the DS (or any other system, for that matter!)

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Kid, 10 years old
January 28, 2012
 
Pretty good!!
This game in the Pokemon series is very good, especially with the Pokewalker, because it's a good way to find Pokemon and items

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Kid, 12 years old
July 5, 2011
 
ups and downs
this is a great game once you buy it but it gets a little boring once you get all 16 badges.its appropriate for all age kids. i know that because my moms strict and she let my 4 year old sister get it. it is WAY more advanced than the other pokemon games. you do the jhoto and kanto reigin in the game so you get 16 badges. its a good game.

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Teen, 16 years old
March 8, 2011
 
w00t
As always, this remake of Gold and Silver doesn't disappoint. And as always, it is very easy to play and there are helpful tutorials for beginners. It has positive messages of treating the environment with respect and animals, too. There are also good role models that join together to fight Team Rocket. I think the BEST part of this game is the online capabilities. I battle people on Youtube, but be careful because some people might give bad nicknames to their Pokemon. Overall, a fantastic game with excellent graphics (for a DS game), and a good storyline.

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Teen, 14 years old
August 29, 2010
 
fun, but baybish for anyone 10+
i guess some people would consider it violent, since you make pokemon fight until they "faint", and the moves are things like "slash" "take down" and "flamethrower" and the effects are stuff like "poison", "burn" and "one hit KO", but the vocabulary is far worse than whats on screen.

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