Common Sense Media Review
By Mark Raby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Strategy-based battle game breathes new life to series.
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Pokemon Conquest
What's It About?
POKEMON CONQUEST has a notably different story than the typical Pokemon game. First off, Pokemon trainers are not referred to as "trainers" in this game, but rather as "warriors." Set in an environment designed to resemble the historical era of feudal Japan, players travel to different kingdoms and set their Pokemon into battle. If players manage to defeat their opponents, they gain control of the kingdom, and the goal is to rule over as many kingdoms as possible. The structure of the game functions more like a board game than the typical open-ended adventures that are more associated with this franchise.
Is It Any Good?
Pokemon Conquest is a very unique entry to the Pokemon series. The battle system plays out as a strategic turn-based role-playing game, a genre that generally caters to a more experienced, skillful set of players than the typical Pokemon player. For those who are willing to learn the nuances of this battle system and take the time needed to perfect their strategies, this game is ultimately rewarding. Fans should note that not every Pokemon creature appears in this game, but should nevertheless appreciate the new gameplay system that helps breathe life into the franchise.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the violence in this game. Do you consider Pokemon battles to be violent or good-natured competitions?
When have you had to overcome obstacles?
Why is it important to treat both your friends and your rivals with respect?
Game Details
- Platform : Nintendo DS
- Subjects : Math : estimation , patterns , probability
- Skills : Emotional Development : empathy , identifying emotions , Thinking & Reasoning : logic , strategy , thinking critically
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- Available online? : Not available online
- Publisher : Nintendo
- Release date : June 18, 2012
- Genre : Role-Playing
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- Last updated : June 27, 2023
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