New Pokemon Snap (Switch)
Explore lush scenery on unknown islands to snap photos of Pokemon in their natural habitats Seek out and take in-game photographs of Pokemon in their native environments in the New Pokemon Snap game, only for the Nintendo Switch system! You'll even discover behaviours and expressions you've never seen before when you encounter and research lively wild Pokemon. You might see them patrolling their territory, playing, or lurking in out-of-the-way spots. Investigate the mysterious Illumina phenomenon - Travel to the islands that make up the Lental region. In this region, some of the Pokemon and vegetation will appear to have a special glow. Research these Pokemon alongside Professor Mirror as you explore dense jungles, vast deserts, and more! Your observations of Pokemon thriving in the wild may help unravel the truth behind the Illumina phenomenon. The Pokemon pictures you take will be used to build your very own Pokemon Photodex! This new game brings the gameplay of the 1999 Pokemon Snap game for the Nintendo 64 system to life on the Nintendo Switch system with unknown islands to discover and different Pokemon to see! Photograph lively wild Pokemon in their natural habitats as you research and explore unknown islands. Hop in your trusty travel pod, the NEO-ONE, and journey through a variety of environments such as beaches, jungles, and deserts to capture previously-unseen Pokemon behaviours. You can even toss Pokemon a delicious fluffruit to catch their attention. Photos you take can also be used to fill out your very own Pokemon Photodex! In the Lental region, Pokemon and vegetation have sometimes been seen to glow. Meet Professor Mirror and work with him to uncover the mystery of the Illumina Phenomenon. Your photos and observations may be key to learning about this strange occurrence.
Explore lush scenery on unknown islands to snap photos of Pokemon in their natural habitats Seek out and take in-game photographs of Pokemon in their native environments in the New Pokemon Snap game, only for the Nintendo Switch system! You'll even discover behaviours and expressions you've never seen before when you encounter and research lively wild Pokemon. You might see them patrolling their territory, playing, or lurking in out-of-the-way spots. Investigate the mysterious Illumina phenomenon - Travel to the islands that make up the Lental region. In this region, some of the Pokemon and vegetation will appear to have a special glow. Research these Pokemon alongside Professor Mirror as you explore dense jungles, vast deserts, and more! Your observations of Pokemon thriving in the wild may help unravel the truth behind the Illumina phenomenon. The Pokemon pictures you take will be used to build your very own Pokemon Photodex! This new game brings the gameplay of the 1999 Pokemon Snap game for the Nintendo 64 system to life on the Nintendo Switch system with unknown islands to discover and different Pokemon to see! Photograph lively wild Pokemon in their natural habitats as you research and explore unknown islands. Hop in your trusty travel pod, the NEO-ONE, and journey through a variety of environments such as beaches, jungles, and deserts to capture previously-unseen Pokemon behaviours. You can even toss Pokemon a delicious fluffruit to catch their attention. Photos you take can also be used to fill out your very own Pokemon Photodex! In the Lental region, Pokemon and vegetation have sometimes been seen to glow. Meet Professor Mirror and work with him to uncover the mystery of the Illumina Phenomenon. Your photos and observations may be key to learning about this strange occurrence.
Explore lush scenery on unknown islands to snap photos of Pokemon in their natural habitats Seek out and take in-game photographs of Pokemon in their native environments in the New Pokemon Snap game, only for the Nintendo Switch system! You'll even discover behaviours and expressions you've never seen before when you encounter and research lively wild Pokemon. You might see them patrolling their territory, playing, or lurking in out-of-the-way spots. Investigate the mysterious Illumina phenomenon - Travel to the islands that make up the Lental region. In this region, some of the Pokemon and vegetation will appear to have a special glow. Research these Pokemon alongside Professor Mirror as you explore dense jungles, vast deserts, and more! Your observations of Pokemon thriving in the wild may help unravel the truth behind the Illumina phenomenon. The Pokemon pictures you take will be used to build your very own Pokemon Photodex! This new game brings the gameplay of the 1999 Pokemon Snap game for the Nintendo 64 system to life on the Nintendo Switch system with unknown islands to discover and different Pokemon to see! Photograph lively wild Pokemon in their natural habitats as you research and explore unknown islands. Hop in your trusty travel pod, the NEO-ONE, and journey through a variety of environments such as beaches, jungles, and deserts to capture previously-unseen Pokemon behaviours. You can even toss Pokemon a delicious fluffruit to catch their attention. Photos you take can also be used to fill out your very own Pokemon Photodex! In the Lental region, Pokemon and vegetation have sometimes been seen to glow. Meet Professor Mirror and work with him to uncover the mystery of the Illumina Phenomenon. Your photos and observations may be key to learning about this strange occurrence.
Explore lush scenery on unknown islands to snap photos of Pokemon in their natural habitats Seek out and take in-game photographs of Pokemon in their native environments in the New Pokemon Snap game, only for the Nintendo Switch system! You'll even discover behaviours and expressions you've never seen before when you encounter and research lively wild Pokemon. You might see them patrolling their territory, playing, or lurking in out-of-the-way spots. Investigate the mysterious Illumina phenomenon - Travel to the islands that make up the Lental region. In this region, some of the Pokemon and vegetation will appear to have a special glow. Research these Pokemon alongside Professor Mirror as you explore dense jungles, vast deserts, and more! Your observations of Pokemon thriving in the wild may help unravel the truth behind the Illumina phenomenon. The Pokemon pictures you take will be used to build your very own Pokemon Photodex! This new game brings the gameplay of the 1999 Pokemon Snap game for the Nintendo 64 system to life on the Nintendo Switch system with unknown islands to discover and different Pokemon to see! Photograph lively wild Pokemon in their natural habitats as you research and explore unknown islands. Hop in your trusty travel pod, the NEO-ONE, and journey through a variety of environments such as beaches, jungles, and deserts to capture previously-unseen Pokemon behaviours. You can even toss Pokemon a delicious fluffruit to catch their attention. Photos you take can also be used to fill out your very own Pokemon Photodex! In the Lental region, Pokemon and vegetation have sometimes been seen to glow. Meet Professor Mirror and work with him to uncover the mystery of the Illumina Phenomenon. Your photos and observations may be key to learning about this strange occurrence.
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I played Pokemon Snap on the N64 only a couple of times, but really enjoyed it back then, probably because the very concept of the game format was radically different from anything else I had played, but it was fun. It's been too long since I played the original version, and given my limited experience, I cannot make comparisons between this and the original version. The concept is still fun and original, even in today's video game environment. Ultimately, you are moving through different landscapes trying to catch the best photo you can of Pokemon in the wild, not unlike if you went on a bird-watching adventure and trying to catch birds up close and posing perfectly. The storyline is somewhat necessary, but really seemed to slow down the game. It feels like there ... MoreI played Pokemon Snap on the N64 only a couple of times, but really enjoyed it back then, probably because the very concept of the game format was radically different from anything else I had played, but it was fun. It's been too long since I played the original version, and given my limited experience, I cannot make comparisons between this and the original version. The concept is still fun and original, even in today's video game environment. Ultimately, you are moving through different landscapes trying to catch the best photo you can of Pokemon in the wild, not unlike if you went on a bird-watching adventure and trying to catch birds up close and posing perfectly. The storyline is somewhat necessary, but really seemed to slow down the game. It feels like there is more to it than is necessary to play the game. I just kept feeling like I want to skip and move on. The controls are configurable, and I'm still trying different configurations to find the one that works best for me, but some controls, like rotating around from your current position, are hyper-sensitive and hard to get just right. However, practice makes this much easier. I'm not deep enough into the game to make an overall judgement call, but so far, I have not grown bored with the game, although if you prefer titles with more action, this one probably will have you getting bored quickly.
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I played the original Pokemon Snap back in the day, and this game definitely improves upon most elements. The game itself is gorgeous, seeing all of the Pokemon animated in nature is fascinating. The gameplay itself is solid and much better than the original. My complaint would be repetition. The original game was wicked short and relied on a little bit of replay in order to discover secrets. This game I feel has a little too much in terms of having to replay. You level up each course you visit in order to see more Pokemon or see new animations. This is nice in terms of longevity but sometimes the level up system takes way too long. If you loved the original, you may enjoy this one. Just be prepared to play each course fairly often!
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Fun game so far. A very new/updated/revamped take on the classic N64 Pokémon SNAP with modern graphics and newer Pokémon, but it includes so many details that truly tie it to the original. Can you still bonk a Pokémon on the head with an Apple? Yeah. Charmander party? Yeah. The game offers a couple of different control configurations and some customization for things like joystick/camera speed. I could do without all the characters in the game and am a little annoyed at how much their talking and side quests distract me from making progress in the game. The Pokémon are all delightful, though, and snapping unique or humorous photos of them is a joyful experience. Oh, and the personal photo album not only lets you add caption, but it also allows some detailed photo ... MoreFun game so far. A very new/updated/revamped take on the classic N64 Pokémon SNAP with modern graphics and newer Pokémon, but it includes so many details that truly tie it to the original. Can you still bonk a Pokémon on the head with an Apple? Yeah. Charmander party? Yeah. The game offers a couple of different control configurations and some customization for things like joystick/camera speed. I could do without all the characters in the game and am a little annoyed at how much their talking and side quests distract me from making progress in the game. The Pokémon are all delightful, though, and snapping unique or humorous photos of them is a joyful experience. Oh, and the personal photo album not only lets you add caption, but it also allows some detailed photo editing!!!
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| Genre | World discovery |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch |
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| Release Date | 30 April 2021 |
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I played Pokemon Snap on the N64 only a couple of times, but really enjoyed it back then, probably because the very concept of the game format was radically different from anything else I had played, but it was fun. It's been too long since I played the original version, and given my limited experience, I cannot make comparisons between this and the original version. The concept is still fun and original, even in today's video game environment. Ultimately, you are moving through different landscapes trying to catch the best photo you can of Pokemon in the wild, not unlike if you went on a bird-watching adventure and trying to catch birds up close and posing perfectly. The storyline is somewhat necessary, but really seemed to slow down the game. It feels like there ... MoreI played Pokemon Snap on the N64 only a couple of times, but really enjoyed it back then, probably because the very concept of the game format was radically different from anything else I had played, but it was fun. It's been too long since I played the original version, and given my limited experience, I cannot make comparisons between this and the original version. The concept is still fun and original, even in today's video game environment. Ultimately, you are moving through different landscapes trying to catch the best photo you can of Pokemon in the wild, not unlike if you went on a bird-watching adventure and trying to catch birds up close and posing perfectly. The storyline is somewhat necessary, but really seemed to slow down the game. It feels like there is more to it than is necessary to play the game. I just kept feeling like I want to skip and move on. The controls are configurable, and I'm still trying different configurations to find the one that works best for me, but some controls, like rotating around from your current position, are hyper-sensitive and hard to get just right. However, practice makes this much easier. I'm not deep enough into the game to make an overall judgement call, but so far, I have not grown bored with the game, although if you prefer titles with more action, this one probably will have you getting bored quickly.
I played the original Pokemon Snap back in the day, and this game definitely improves upon most elements. The game itself is gorgeous, seeing all of the Pokemon animated in nature is fascinating. The gameplay itself is solid and much better than the original. My complaint would be repetition. The original game was wicked short and relied on a little bit of replay in order to discover secrets. This game I feel has a little too much in terms of having to replay. You level up each course you visit in order to see more Pokemon or see new animations. This is nice in terms of longevity but sometimes the level up system takes way too long. If you loved the original, you may enjoy this one. Just be prepared to play each course fairly often!
Fun game so far. A very new/updated/revamped take on the classic N64 Pokémon SNAP with modern graphics and newer Pokémon, but it includes so many details that truly tie it to the original. Can you still bonk a Pokémon on the head with an Apple? Yeah. Charmander party? Yeah. The game offers a couple of different control configurations and some customization for things like joystick/camera speed. I could do without all the characters in the game and am a little annoyed at how much their talking and side quests distract me from making progress in the game. The Pokémon are all delightful, though, and snapping unique or humorous photos of them is a joyful experience. Oh, and the personal photo album not only lets you add caption, but it also allows some detailed photo ... MoreFun game so far. A very new/updated/revamped take on the classic N64 Pokémon SNAP with modern graphics and newer Pokémon, but it includes so many details that truly tie it to the original. Can you still bonk a Pokémon on the head with an Apple? Yeah. Charmander party? Yeah. The game offers a couple of different control configurations and some customization for things like joystick/camera speed. I could do without all the characters in the game and am a little annoyed at how much their talking and side quests distract me from making progress in the game. The Pokémon are all delightful, though, and snapping unique or humorous photos of them is a joyful experience. Oh, and the personal photo album not only lets you add caption, but it also allows some detailed photo editing!!!
I'll admit, I'm a little newer to Pokemon. I did play this game for the N64 back in the day and that was a fun game! This one starts off very similar. It's fun taking action shots as the camera is moving. Unfortunately, that's where the fun ended for me. It was a little too repetitive having to play the same level time and time again and not advancing to new parts of the board. Eventually I played the same jungle level at night so much that I ejected the game and never went back....only to later turn this in and exchange it for Mario Party Superstars. Long story short - for Pokemon completists only. Fun don't get me wrong...but too slow to want to stick with it.
I didn't play the original Pokemon Snap much but wanted to try this new one after getting back into the series recently. What I found was a fun and well made game that compliments the main series. The game has a number of courses where you have a limited amount of time to take pictures of various Pokemon, with the goal of snapping certain types pictures, often by interacting with the Pokemon. I really like how the courses have different routes and that there are night and day versions of each one that change up which Pokemon you'll see. The game looks great and is very polished, but is best played in short bursts. Also the game is kind of pricey for what it is, although Nintendo has released updates with additional courses that helps with that.
I didn't rush to get this at launch, mostly because over the span of the many years since I played the original Pokemon Snap I'd forgotten what a solid game it was. I knew it was great, but replaying this game gives me this weird sense of being really impressed with just how good this version is, while also dredging up memories of just how fantastic the original was and still is. This game is stellar all-around. I hadn't really appreciated that there hasn't been a single Pokemon Snap game since the N64 version. You could say it speaks volumes to how good the first one was, or you could say Nintendo overlooked a fantastic title for many years. It was worth the wait. They got this one right and you'll have a great time experiencing this game with the new gyro aiming, ... MoreI didn't rush to get this at launch, mostly because over the span of the many years since I played the original Pokemon Snap I'd forgotten what a solid game it was. I knew it was great, but replaying this game gives me this weird sense of being really impressed with just how good this version is, while also dredging up memories of just how fantastic the original was and still is. This game is stellar all-around. I hadn't really appreciated that there hasn't been a single Pokemon Snap game since the N64 version. You could say it speaks volumes to how good the first one was, or you could say Nintendo overlooked a fantastic title for many years. It was worth the wait. They got this one right and you'll have a great time experiencing this game with the new gyro aiming, better graphics, and night versions of the locations.
Great game, reminds me of the old SNAP CRACKLE POP! With an added HD POP! It was fun to pretend you are the one living for the Pokemon... and there only desire is to ever escape your crutches forever!!! Wohahahah! You are actually the prisoner to the Pokemon as they delight in your madness to attain the perfectly centered photo, with a glimmer of some random action they will perform, and capture that for ALL ETERNITY! You will brave all manner of photo bombardment, finding any minute amount of points you could gather from the SLIGHTEST of angles, yet be deterred when it was weaker then your last photo, without any particular guidelines. But ALAS! There is a thrilling adventure to be had under all your craziness to attain perfection, instead just going for the deep ... MoreGreat game, reminds me of the old SNAP CRACKLE POP! With an added HD POP! It was fun to pretend you are the one living for the Pokemon... and there only desire is to ever escape your crutches forever!!! Wohahahah! You are actually the prisoner to the Pokemon as they delight in your madness to attain the perfectly centered photo, with a glimmer of some random action they will perform, and capture that for ALL ETERNITY! You will brave all manner of photo bombardment, finding any minute amount of points you could gather from the SLIGHTEST of angles, yet be deterred when it was weaker then your last photo, without any particular guidelines. But ALAS! There is a thrilling adventure to be had under all your craziness to attain perfection, instead just going for the deep dive into pokemon kingdom MADNESS.. Be warned its addicting to take the most modelic photos of Pokemon for hours straight... enjoy!
New Pokemon Snap is a return for the dormant 21 year old Pokemon Snap spinoff series, and what a return it is! Fans of Pokemon have waited years for a true sequel to the original, quirky Snap N64 game, and this Switch sequel does not disappoint, for the most part. It is amazing to see so many true to size Pokemon (over 200 across all 8 generations) in their real life habitats, coexisting and interacting with other Pokemon. Using the camera to take pictures, throwing fluffruit and illumina orbs, scanning, and using the Pokeflute, brings back memories of the N64 game, while still remaining engaging enough for newcomers. The game is overflowing with content (as well as supported by a free DLC drop) and the chase to catalogue each Pokemon and complete requests to get ... MoreNew Pokemon Snap is a return for the dormant 21 year old Pokemon Snap spinoff series, and what a return it is! Fans of Pokemon have waited years for a true sequel to the original, quirky Snap N64 game, and this Switch sequel does not disappoint, for the most part. It is amazing to see so many true to size Pokemon (over 200 across all 8 generations) in their real life habitats, coexisting and interacting with other Pokemon. Using the camera to take pictures, throwing fluffruit and illumina orbs, scanning, and using the Pokeflute, brings back memories of the N64 game, while still remaining engaging enough for newcomers. The game is overflowing with content (as well as supported by a free DLC drop) and the chase to catalogue each Pokemon and complete requests to get pictures of crazy Pokemon behaviors is truly exciting and satisfying. My one qualm about New Pokemon Snap is the lack of Pokemon evolutions (like in the original); if you're an old school fan returning for the nostalgia, you might miss these, but it's not a game breaker. Whether you are a new or old fan of Pokemon, if you are looking for something different and unique outside of the standard catch and battle 'em all, New Pokemon Snap has you covered. There's truly nothing else like it in the franchise.
If you enjoyed the original 64 game, you'll have a blast with this one! Like the original game there are plenty of puzzles to figure out and chain events to trigger, like luring a pokemon to a specific spot for something unique to happen, and this one has a few added features for better quality of life and replayability! It brings a day and night cycle, and research levels for each setting. The path taken and environment are pretty much identical, but the placement and behaviors of the pokemon will change as your score raises higher. (Don't worry about missing anything! You can go back to previous levels before you select the stage!) There are also cues for when your picture lands a good score in one of the point categories, like nailing a specific pose or getting ... MoreIf you enjoyed the original 64 game, you'll have a blast with this one! Like the original game there are plenty of puzzles to figure out and chain events to trigger, like luring a pokemon to a specific spot for something unique to happen, and this one has a few added features for better quality of life and replayability! It brings a day and night cycle, and research levels for each setting. The path taken and environment are pretty much identical, but the placement and behaviors of the pokemon will change as your score raises higher. (Don't worry about missing anything! You can go back to previous levels before you select the stage!) There are also cues for when your picture lands a good score in one of the point categories, like nailing a specific pose or getting the pokemon centered just right. Additionally on the quality of life changes, there's an actual list of hints for the special events you can trigger. There's enough throwback references to bring on the nostalgia, (oh how I missed those floppy Magikarps!) and so, so many new pokemon to make it feel fresh and exciting. As for the environmental detail, the game is gorgeous! Pokemon under the water have that 'displaced' lighting feel, and there are layers to the environment where pokemon can be hiding, sometimes hidden so well you get just a second or two to snap a picture before they're gone. For those who are new to pokemon snap or to pokemon in general, it may not feel *quite* as magical as it does to us nostalgia buffs. Taking the nostalgia aspect out of the equasion, the game is like a cartoony, warm and casual safari picture taking game. Being stuck on a one-way track might make it a little "meh" for those looking for something more "open world adventure" but for others the one-way track can bring a feeling of challenge to the game; you've got to react quick when something happens to get that perfect shot! The storyline and characters may make the game seem a little on the childish side, but keep in mind that it *IS* a pokemon game; these aren't lions hunting down gazelle for dinner, they're fun and unusual creatures in a bright and colorful cartoon world.
I cannot put this game down. It's so fun and engrossing and comes with tons of replayability as you're able to try different branching paths, day vs. night mode, and multiple combinations of gameplay mechanics to get the best photos. The stars for your photos actually represent behavior classifications, so each Pokemon has 4 (or more) behaviors that can be grouped up in 1-4 star ratings. The point score is what actually rates the quality of your photo. So you actually would take 4 times as much photos requiring you to go back into the course, and as quests become available to capture specific shots, you find yourself going back again and again. The more you visit a course, the more the pokemon get comfortable around you (leveling mechanic), so you get to experience ... MoreI cannot put this game down. It's so fun and engrossing and comes with tons of replayability as you're able to try different branching paths, day vs. night mode, and multiple combinations of gameplay mechanics to get the best photos. The stars for your photos actually represent behavior classifications, so each Pokemon has 4 (or more) behaviors that can be grouped up in 1-4 star ratings. The point score is what actually rates the quality of your photo. So you actually would take 4 times as much photos requiring you to go back into the course, and as quests become available to capture specific shots, you find yourself going back again and again. The more you visit a course, the more the pokemon get comfortable around you (leveling mechanic), so you get to experience changes in the course. I've spent so much time just on the first 2 courses, replaying to get the best shots and revisit the ones I missed, and there's still so much to go! I definitely recommend this for anyone who enjoyed the original Pokemon Snap!
| General | |
| Genre | World discovery |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch |
| Game | |
| Release Date | 30 April 2021 |
