Modern Pokémon Deserves Better

[@Brianycus]

Just in time for the Indigo Disc DLC too!...haha. Thoughts on Modern Pokemon? Let me know below! See you with the next one! ~

[@subjectnivleis7572]

#1 reason legends arceus looksand plays better is it wasn't split into two versions ala having two make sperate models and program different things for each "version" ( its the same game with some code switched around)

[@Brianycus]

When you put like that, I guess it *kinda* makes a lot of sense. Plus I think it also proves that you can still have fun with just one game. I'm starting to kinda lose interest in the whole dual releases. @@subjectnivleis7572

[@subjectnivleis7572]

@@Brianycus the dual releases should have gone the way of the dinosaur a long time ago they should focus on refining ine version instead of two give them laxer deadlines while at it use side games to give the main games breathing room they have the power to help there problems just lack the imagination I guess

[@GradMeat]

Theres a reason why I didnt pick up scarlet and violet, as much as part of me kinda wanted them I just cant bring my self to support it, especially after seeing those glitches. Its sad too especially since I grew up with pokemon

[@Brianycus]

Yeah I feel that. Unfortunately I have to get through DLCs because of content reasons, but my feelings here remain the same.

[@monkeydluffy5054]

I just hope they improve on not making same mistake on problems that happened in Pokémon scarlet and violet

[@Brianycus]

I just want them to continue the Legends format. It worked well and it shows.

[@mystraunt2705]

If legends arceus didnt make me sit through 8 hours of dialogue it would easily be my favorite pokemon game even with having much less overall content then other pokemon games, the quality of lifes changes were JUST THAT GOOD! I really hope they wait to make the sequel for legends arceus until after the next nintendo console releases because its clear the switch cant keep up. Im not usually one to complain about graphics, the gamecube is literally my most played console, but legends was particularly ugly to me. Anyway that was my 2 cents no one asked for.

[@Brianycus]

But almost every Pokemon game has you sitting through 8 hours of dialogue. It's an RPG after all

[@monkeydluffy5054]

@@mystraunt2705 thanks for boring two cents 🤷‍♂️

[@TheBitishDragon]

the sad irony here is Game Freak do out source alot just Masuda as head of Game Freak refused to allow for staff increases beyond 200 for the core team to keep that "indi" feel and according to job reviews from some Japanese sites former workers state that the tech Game Freak use is at least a decade if not more old and higher up "respected elders" refused to upgrade, while newer hires had no reason to try that hard because they get told the product will sell reguardless.

[@Brianycus]

That's just being dumb.

[@LuigiTheMetal64]

That site is JobTalk, which is basically Japan's GlassDoor.

[@e94youtube]

They can't even keep the existing features intact like a Battle facility/Set battle mode/Optional exp share, I doubt how will they implement voice acting if they wanted to do with it during cutscenes/storyline. Masuda & Ohmori also cook up lame reasons to cover up their mistakes. If other franchises released a game in the state SV, BDSP was in, it would have gotten spanked hard by everyone on the planet

[@Brianycus]

That is very true

[@FTChomp9980]

Yes yes they do after seening the Indigo Disk Trailer its giving me a bit a hope but yes the flaws of Modern Pokemon is showing so much.

[@Brianycus]

It is showing way too much at this point and I mean...it just sucks so much

[@RoseSupreme]

4:09 Yes, you will.

[@demetriusnp49]

Maybe change is coming given Nintendo’s change since the Mario movie. Despite the tone deafening, Pokemon Company higher ups must KNOW that they have to keep up with Nintendo’s pace in terms of how they display games to their audience. And I don’t know if it would be necessary, but Nintendo could end up buying more shares in order to step in on Game Freak’s game development cycle. If they are adamant on being a bigger entertainment company with games as their main pillar, then Pokemon HAS to be able to be on par with that quality or close to it. Pokemon in many ways is an Nintendo IP, it should just as good as a quality IP. I don’t know, it’s a gut feeling. If you’re interested, I can offer my opinion on what they can do to start.

[@Brianycus]

Shoot your opinion. Thats what's the comments are for. Also it helps for the video's longevity so more people can watch too haha

[@demetriusnp49]

@@Brianycus One thing would be is to deconstruct their formula regarding their release table of content. Address the strengths and weaknesses of each pillar to figure out a solution. For the games, rebuild Game Freak as at Premium A Team for the main game. Give them the people, budget and resources to carefully craft the next generation game. And then for side games construct smaller yet still big B Team groups that can bounce off ideas and work well together. One team can work on Mystery Dungeon, another on a game like Pokemon Snap, Pokemon Colosseum, Pokken and more. And for a C Team they can be in charge of mobile titles like Pokemon Go and Unite but are overseen by management to make sure they’re functional and getting content. That’s for the games, they don’t have to co-side with merch or the anime. And these two things can take time to develop too so when it comes time to do this new release schedule, they can meet the demand. That’s one of the issues is at times they can’t meet demand, and that’s valid considering this IP has a massive base. So making things in bulk at the ready can help. Once all of that is in place and they work with Nintendo’s gaming platform schedule, that’s when they can roll out the content that generates a more compelling brand cohesion. It may not gain immediate money, but in the long run the profits will surge for not just the company but the investors too. I’m not sure how this would affect the long run, but it would be a good start. I agree that they should focus more on the game quality, since video games are the biggest entertainment industry. And that’s not to say Pokemon Company is completely tone deaf, they DO care about their audience to an extent. But they need to do a better job, just better management is all we’re asking.

[@Linky]

I have a very tough time seeing why so many creators make this argument of an obvious decline happening for Pokémon, when everything Pokémon puts out is only selling more, reaching more people, etc. Feels like a "vibe" that isn't backed up by much.

[@Brianycus]

The thing is when you expand on something without expanding your resources, you end up sacrificing things. Pokemon has been proven to be a multi million dollar company, and you would imply they would be sharing that to the games. They are not. And it shows. So they need to start investing in the game that always makes them money and focus less on the casualization of the franchise. Be more like Persona basically.

[@FTChomp9980]

@Brianyucus Basically yeah as a Pokemon Fan I agree.

[@LuigiTheMetal64]

Consistent variety is important. You can not just put everything in one place, or else you can end up with a confusing mess.

[@psychadelictoast6574]

Sales doesn't mean anything when they're intentionally marketing games like SwSh/SV as if they're far more "Free" and innovative than they actually are. I guarantee you Scarlet and Violet wouldnt have sold half as many if the severe bugs and performance issues were known before hand.

[@reeseseater12]

I agree with so much here. I do think that if Scarlet and Violet had voice acting and just performed properly (could've had exact same graphics but a steady 30 fps minimum) it would've rated in the high 80's or maybe even low 90's because it was legitimately the most fun I had with a mainline game. (and Arceus was such a breath of fresh air, first time in a long time I felt compelled to complete the Dex) I also agree, attack animations that show the Pokemon actually attacking rather than just teeth show up around the opponent would make it seem like a much more engaging fight. A story that is, doesn't even have to be some compelling epic but just worth going through. That was a huge improvement Scar/Vio had over Swo/Shi imo. They definitely got to improve the quality of their environments too. (I do like there being multiple rivals now; Nemona was a great rival, I like that architype. I do miss the asshole rival, would love to get that back. The one architype I really don't care for is the cheerleader rival, don't do that again. However there are a few more things they could add that would really put it over the top imo (with the previously discussed ones you brought up). First if they continue with the open world design (which I like) they need to level scale trainers, at least the gym leaders/"bosses" because no one wants to encounter a gym leader when you're 20 levels higher. (this is big) How they didn't do that is beyond me. Second, I would like to see something akin to the vs seeker back, just being able to rematch trainers would be fun, especially if their teams improve upon rematches. (not as big but helps if you want to train other Pokemon) Third, a difficulty option when you start the game. I hate the "the player can make the game as easy or difficult as they like by choosing what Pokemon to use." I don't think it should be on the player to sacrifice Pokemon they like for a challenge or sacrifice a challenge to use Pokemon they like. I don't think that having a difficulty option would be difficult or take away from the experience. (For Pokemon, it would really just be adjusting natures, EV/IV, move pools and held items of trainer's Pokemon, at least "bosses") If they did all of those things I think we'd be looking at, by far, the best Pokemon game ever

[@Brianycus]

A hard mode difficulty for a Pokemon is what I want so badly. Make the game challenging for those who've been around but make it normal for those who will be playing for the first time.

[@olivia1630]

I know it’s probably only me, but I would mute the game if there was voice acting. I don’t know why, but I’ve never enjoyed voice acting in games.

[@Brianycus]

Fair. Also thanks for letting me know you watched the entire video with this comment 👏🏼😭

[@tlst94]

But I on the other hand, have always wanted voices in games since playing the 2D Mario and Sonic games back in the day. For I was curious about how'd they sounded like. And my wish came true for the cartoons and early 3D games.

[@bonnome2]

Have played the romhack pokemon adventure chapter red? It's pretty nice, way more story than any pokemon game made by Nintendo

[@Brianycus]

I have! Played it back little back in the day and it was super fun

[@penguin60]

​@@Brianycus it's a fan game lol

[@Connowot387]

Didn’t want to see this after I lost my Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon cartridges yesterday. I am still trying to find them before Thursday, because I assume they’re on campus still, and during Finals Week! And I haven’t had time to study! :(

[@Brianycus]

GO FIND THE CARTRIDGES THEY'RE SOMEWHERE I BELIEVE 👏🏼👏🏼

[@tlst94]

The OG developers like Masuda and Sugimori are completely burnt out on Pokemon. Especially the latter according to DYKG's recent video about him. Imagine what would've happened if the series ended after Gen 4 in HGSS? And if they made a contract to prevent anymore games from existing(like how Back to the Future stayed dead after the third movie)?

[@Brianycus]

The last sentence made me chuckle idk why. But I will admit, if it ended with Gen IV or Gen V, I would be happy. There was this sense of completion for the franchise back then.

[@Beastmd]

I really really wanted Scarlet to be good. So badly.

[@Brianycus]

Me too man...me too

[@Big-Image]

As of this year, The Pokemon Company straight up admitted that their recent releases are lacking in quality, and right now are having discussions on ways they could ensure high quality games while still being in the comfort zone of their familiar release schedule. However, I'll be taking their statement with a grain of salt for now, since they've pretty much lost my trust after the release of the Indigo Disk. And I have a gut feeling they're going to butcher the gen 5 remakes.

[@Brianycus]

I hope they don't because they know how much we love that Gen Nowadays

[@randomedgygamer2191]

It looks to me that they are trying too hard to even make it run smoothly on switch, let alone getting wild with imaginative ways of improving the game. They cant even do the basics....ok im a bit too harsh, they are only doing the bare minimum...

[@Brianycus]

Yeah totally understandable fam.

[@dominickdicarlo1191]

Scarlet & Violet pretty damn fun. 🤷🏻

[@Brianycus]

They are but they could've been better

[@mewmewpowergirl1625]

All the flashing cars Hollywood Blvd

[@jerseys89finest]

Legends and SV are in the top 5 best pokemon games. I don't do spin offs. I started in like 98 with red. ORAS and Soul Silver are in there also. BW were cool concepts to me but thats all. Cant give them a top 5 spot but top 10 for sure. Pokemon was made for open world it jus took a long time for them to get here.

[@RoseSupreme]

6:06 That's what I'm saying! They have more money than Activision, who regularly has many of their studios work in CoD to ensure a presentable product by the end of the year. So why can't Pokémon do the same? It's literal pocket change they'll be spending, which'll be paid back in insanely greater amounts.

[@Jdoesstuff]

For me, the thing that ruined Pokemon for me was them cutting which Pokemon you can transfer to the latest games. i.e the National Dex. The thing that sets Pokemon apart from every other rpg is the massive customization aspect. Being able to make whatever kind of team you want. Removing more than half of those options severely hurts that customization aspect. I'm not even getting SV yet until they add my favorite mon in.

[@tlst94]

What was your reaction to the OG dexit within Gen 3? As it wasn't compatible with Gens 1-2. Due to it being a reboot. So older mons couldn't be transferred.

[@Jdoesstuff]

@@tlst94 I can't answer my initial reaction because I didn't play the games back then. But looking at it now, while you couldn't transfer mons from Gens 1 and 2, all of the older Pokemon were still coded into games like RSE and FrLg. So it wasn't like there was no way to use a specific past mon in those games. As opposed to Gens 8 and 9 now where there is no practical way to use a certain mon that isn't obtainable, as they aren't even coded in those games.

[@Jdoesstuff]

@@lithosagymfan I am SO sick of these excuses/justifications for the Dex cut... "It forces people to use different Pokemon" Pokemon is a game about customization, choice and literally playing however you want. If I want to go around playing the games with the same mons I raised from the ground up, I should have every right to do so. It's no different from others doing shiny hunts or nuzlockes. "Series like Digimon/Monster Hunter/etc don't have every character in every installment" The key differences are A. Series like Digimon never made it an expectation to have and bring over every single mon to each new installment. B. Pokemon isn't just another monster collecting game, Pokemon is THE monster collecting game. Pokemon is way big enough to where they can almost do whatever they want, yet they choose to keep cutting corners. C. Pokemon has already had every past mon available for transfer from Gens 3 to 7. And that was for underpowered handheld systems. There is literally no excuse as to why an HD console game can't hold 1,000 characters when the 3DS could hold 700+.

[@themoolacato94tuna4]

hope people see this I don't agree with all of it but alot of this would improve it.

[@thatonezeldaguy250]

A gamefreak atlus collab COULD be good

[@LuigiTheMetal64]

Atlus would censor video games. You would never want that since there would be gameplay changes similar to the removed slots in HGSS.

[@UncannyEXP]

I think you and many other critics of Pokémon miss one fundamental aspect of the franchise when it comes to what **you** want from the series: Pokémon never sold itself as being the highest quality RPG series or being something as deep as SMT, Trails, Dragon Quest or Final Fantasy. It was always on the handheld until the Switch, and Game Freak made games proportional to the hardware and the lack of developing large games did bit them in the ass later on, but you treat them like they're supposed to be making high quality games that they can't realistically do. And another thing: stop making the argument that they're the highest grossing franchise when we've seen time and time again that more money ≠ higher quality, nor does more developers on hand equal a better game. You and others think that throwing money around will fix problems when it'll only exacerbate them. I agree that they need more time, even if SV had 3 years of development and could've looked better, but to call them lazy and impassioned is very disrespectful. I'm glad you weren't rambling about nonsense this time around, but you're still overexaggerating the problems of the series like others continue to do, and I wish you guys got better material because at this point you're just copy and pasting every time you make videos on this. Wait until February before you make your concerns heard.

[@Brianycus]

I never said they were lazy, but that they have had opportunities to invest more into the games. More money means bigger budget and also means more staff to help develop the games but also make sure these games also take time. Another thing is that you just proved a point: Pokemon ISN'T in the handheld setting any more. It's now part of the console arena and so they shouldn't be making these games the way they made them, even if it plays well. Look at Xenoblade. Pokemon needs to step it up in gameplay and really be a game that is rated E for everyone - it had what everyone wanted for the franchise

[@Beautiful_Gorgeous22]

I couldn't imagine Pokemon fans villainizing OTHER fans who can see past the mascot and see the decline and the appropriate criticism. At the end of the day, the base of the new games are great, but they're rushed games and there's nothing wrong with admitting that. We all deserve a better product. The opinions of the outspoken matter.

[@UncannyEXP]

@Brianycus Again, more money isn't gonna result in an immediate increase in quality. Games like CoD and Assassin's Creed have high budgets but more often than not turn out worse year after year. And the issue with appealing to everyone is that it'll end up appealing to no one. The fanbase is so wide and varied in opinions that what will work for some people won't work for others, so it's best to try and make a game that'll stay true to Pokémon's roots and be judged based off that.

[@UncannyEXP]

@@Beautiful_Gorgeous22 I see the critical fans villainize the ones who ignore the vocal minority and enjoy the games for what they are, as well as being toxic in their sharing of opinions (Giruem, AccousticHarmonia, Tama Hero, Verlisify, etc)

[@Brianycus]

But it still need to be improved massively. You can have the roots but also give an incredible next gen experience in the process, a well deserved next gen experience. Seriously, if you have Monolith Soft help out for one game, it will be insanely peak

[@The-Suicune]

agreed

[@Brianycus]

And what sucks even more is that I'm going to have to review the SV DLCs later...

[@The-Suicune]

yeah im excited tho even if i havent bought it yet because im poor@@Brianycus

[@Infectedjohn]

Nah, they don't "suck ass". We need improvements in a lot of areas but to say that makes a waste of what could have been very valid and helpful criticism. People need to stop crying and complaining and exagerating and actually put some though in how to structure this type of content.

[@Brianycus]

This entire video was proposing the improvements they need and can be absolutely done.

[@mewmewpowergirl1625]

Sacred sword keldio

[@LuigiTheMetal64]

2D Pokémon games tend to have plenty of content, look better, and play fine. Even the characters can be cel-shaded in a similar Kirby's Return to Dreamland DX way. I even support sex-dimorphic character designs to justify the boy or girl option, anime graphics to make the characters appealing to look at, Gym Leader listings, field effects from Abilities, overworld Pokémon with a separate battlefield, Loto-ID, rematches, reusable TMs and one-use TRs and HMs, Exp. Share option, event key items, and requiring to complete the Regional PokéDex with the National PokéDex only being a nice extra.

[@Htiy]

As a diehard pokemon fan who grew up with the games too, the last two main series games have been way way better than the 3DS ones Yea, sword shield was disappointing. Barren of exploration, challenge, boring gimmick (dynamax) As was sunmoon (cutscene hell) XY (too easy) Same with lets be I pikachu, which was stripped of so many features I had lost hope for the series was bordering on But I didnt feel this way at all the last three games. Pokemon scarlet violet has everything that I remember growing up on DS and GBA. It had freedom, had some level of difficulty, and some type of interesting lore/story Same with legends arceus. Absolute breath of fresh air compared to recent games Even BDSP feels overhated to me. It fixed Three of diamond pearls worst issues (painfully slow engine, pokemon selection, HMs everywhere) Yeah, the visuals were disappointing, but im playing on a nintendo switch in the first place as opposed to a series x/ps5/pc. I’m worried more about the enjoyment than the visuals. The next console will probably come with better looking/running games too So overall, I feel like pokemons on the upswing. Its not perfect or as good as gen 5.

[@naymratkyaw3740]

Imo, if i want Pokemon to improve themselves, here's the first thing, they should stop doing Open World maps, cus it's literally overrated at this point, I would rather prefer small areas which are full of contents. Second, more gameplay content, contents which will keep players interested like add Battle Facilities, contest shows, Pokemon mounts and rides, mini games and Pokemon interactive activities, exploring areas and getting rare pokemon's, but mostly Battle facilities cus I love the Pokemon variety each trainer has. And third, story, ok its alright if the story is generic but try to make the story sensible , but imo, it would be better if story went into the mature spectrum, not like dark edgy things, not like that just serious like loss, struggles, friendships those stuff. Unfortunately, we may not see the light of the day for now. And also, they should add post content areas if possible, not necessary but would be nice.I'm going to stop writing here now cus i'm babbling too much at this rate.

[@Brianycus]

I want them to do what the Pokemon Adventures manga does. That's perfect.

[@tlst94]

I'd prefer if every game was much smaller. Like how Super Mario Bros(1985), Kirby's Dreamland(1992), and 16-Bit Sonic games were. Each about 20-40 minutes long(or much shorter for speedrunners). As they're fun, replayable, and satisfactory. Imagine how'd Pokemon games have been like if they were that length. While all Pokemon are easily obtainable within a second and battles were as fast as the enemies from Altered Beast(1988).

[@KoShot]

I bought pokemon scarlet on a whim even though i saw all these bad reviews cuz I was bored. I played it, then I was like what in the world? I clocked 200 hours in less than 2 weeks, easily one of the best games for what it is.

[@superplushfilm]

I hope that the pokemon company doesn't give the developers more time to polish the games

[@3dsfan2002]

3ds ones are overrated, sun and moon were the last good ones

[@blasty5935]

Ran out of video ideas huh?

[@Brianycus]

Consider this a buffer while I'm working on some stuff for next year.

[@imjay1788]

Grown folks crying about a video game play it or dont

[@Brianycus]

I'm only 23 years old...

[@AsherTheModder]

@@Brianycus you got 40 year old doomer energy