Pokémon
The 10 WORST Pokémon Games
Pokémon has had its share of hits and misses over the years. Here are the 10 worst Pokémon games that disappointed fans and critics alike:
New Features
- Pokémon Scarlet and Violet:
- Though better than many spin-offs, these games suffered from poor performance, numerous bugs, and uninspired open-world design. The visuals don’t fully use the Switch’s potential, and the experience feels like a step back compared to earlier titles.:
- Pokémon Shuffle:
- A puzzle game on 3DS and mobile, Pokémon Shuffle was marred by aggressive microtransactions. Energy refills slowly, making players wait or spend money to continue playing, which hurt the fun.:
- Hey You, Pikachu!:
- A Nintendo 64 pet simulation that used a microphone for voice commands. Unfortunately, the recognition was unreliable, and the gameplay was repetitive and dull.:
- Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl:
- Remakes of classic games that felt more like remasters. The chibi-style graphics divided fans, and many improvements seen in other remakes were missing.:
- Pokémon Battle Revolution:
- A Wii spin-off with no story mode and heavy reliance on connecting to DS games. Online play was disappointing, resulting in a lackluster experience.:
- Pokémon Dream Radar:
- A 3DS AR game that let players find and catch Pokémon by moving their device. It was repetitive and offered little value beyond a few minutes of gameplay.:
Gameplay Tips
- My Pokémon Ranch
- A Wii pet simulator that allowed players to transfer Pokémon from Diamond and Pearl. The gameplay was minimal and mostly involved just viewing Pokémon in 3D.
- Pokémon Rumble U!
- A Wii U action game where players controlled Pokémon in chaotic battles. Lacking strategy and variety, it quickly became repetitive with subpar visuals.My Pokémon Ranch
- A Wii pet simulator that allowed players to transfer Pokémon from Diamond and Pearl. The gameplay was minimal and mostly involved just viewing Pokémon in 3D.
- Pokémon Rumble U!
- A Wii U action game where players controlled Pokémon in chaotic battles. Lacking strategy and variety, it quickly became repetitive with subpar visuals.
What’s Next?
Pokémon Channel More a TV-watching simulator than a game, Pokémon Channel had few minigames and limited interaction, making it tedious despite its high price. Pokémon Dash A DS racing game featuring only Pikachu controlled via touchscreen. The gameplay was simplistic and lacked depth or variety.