Reminder: Registrations For Pokémon Sword And Shield's First Online Battle Competition Close Today

So stoked for this, and getting a real kick out of actual adults throwing fits about changes made in a children's game xD

Think I’ll actually give this a try for once

Wow...!
That Giant Lucario....

That's awesome

Running out of time to finish Dragon Quest XI and Luigis Mansion 😢

Sounds like fun. I’ll definitely join.

I might join my first ever competition. Especially since competetive training in SWSH has been made so easy with all the QoL improvements.

@Broosh Ah yes, the good ol' "It's a kids game" defense.

Listen, if you're excited for this game, good for you. Many are excited for this game as well, and there's nothing wrong with that. But that doesn't make the game free from criticism.

Pokemon is one of the biggest franchises of all time, with many fans who have played many many games both young and old. Changes that change content (like removing Pokemon) is going to tick off people and effect their experience. Don't do this "but it's a kids game" bull, it's a pathetic defense. Just because it's a kids game (which to be honest, it's not just a kids game), that doesn't mean it can't be criticised.

@SteelSunglass True, nothing is free of criticism, I mean look what site this is. But the amount of kicking and screaming is laughable is all I'm saying.

I'm in forsure itll be my first

Wait I forget are there any special prizes for participating in these online battle competitions for Sword & Shield?

If the online was free the number of players would be great. But as things are now you essentially have to pay an entrance fee. So forget about having fun.

I entered! I am going the distance! As soon as I got my copy of Shield I entered the tournament...

@PBandSmelly lol the reason people are mad...like disappointed I guess is reasonable but being actually mad about it is kind of hilarious, and that is why this polarity of these games exists. It’s like a comedy

@SteelSunglass,

It's a game aimed at kids who seem to have no issues with it, the only problem seems to be with the minority core fans who have grown up with the games and now want more from these latest titles, but of course Game Freak have made the game to appeal to the mass Pokemon buying fans, as anybody would in their situation, the look and feel of these games is perfect for that demographic.

@Rohanrocks88,

Like pretty much all of the people that have bought the game, but of course the complainers do see you as stupid to like and enjoy this game, you should stop liking or enjoying this latest Pokemon title right now, because a few vocal people on the internet say so.

@johnvboy I enjoy the game so far, but it's not a perfect Pokemon game. While I don't mind Dexit, I am disappointed in how the story is presented... Too much tell, not enough show. By the forth gym I'm yearning to investigate why there are two heroes in tapestry and only one at Motostoke.

@Wilforce,

The game is not perfect, but still enjoyable, I personally like the more streamlined approach.

Almost finished a couple of other games which means I can move on to Pokémon Sword. Hopefully I'll catch the next one.

@PBandSmelly I agree with the person who said disappointed is fair. Let me put it this way- be careful about equating one's self with the lowest common denominator. By that I mean there has been a lot of outright whining about this. Facebook groups had people on massive tangents. Reddit was even worse. And don't get me started on the YouTubers who know angry clicks = views and revenue. If you have rational criticism that doesn't mean you are a whiner. It also doesn't mean those people don't exist and didn't make a VERY visible stink. Someone commenting on that nonsense isn't necessarily saying anyone who dislikes the state of the Pokedex is a man-child.

@GameOtaku Nintendo 20 a year..Sony 60 a year xbox 60 a year..all 3 you have to pay to play online..Nintendo is just the cheapest

@Darkyoshi98
You missed my point entirely. All play on past Pokemon titles has been free (trading, battling). Cheapest option is not really the best though. Don't you think there are lots of gamers with very limited internet access would love to just play to show off their skills rather than pay money for a service that's not even gone by to be used again outside say another tournament.

@PBandSmelly haha must have been a record for me! This game was a blast overall. I was exaggerating with my snide comment, I know why people are mad and whatnot, but life goes on!

So far I’ve trained up a competitive Pelliper...and that’s it. Should be interesting 😅

@PBandSmelly seen ur dislike bar recently? xD