New Pokémon Snap details revealed, along with new titles that offer an exciting look into the future of Pokémon through the past.
This morning gave us a Pokémon direct like no other. Details about New Pokémon Snap and the announcement of two new games were given during the presentation, with one giving us a glimpse into the future of Pokémon games. The two new titles take place in the Sinnoh region with remakes of fan-favorite titles Pokémon Diamond and Pearl, along with a bold new turn for the franchise in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Check out the breakdown for each title below.
New Pokémon Snap
New Pokémon Snap has been on the radar of every fan who played the original on the Nintendo 64. After a re-release on the Wii U eshop, hype only grew for the humble wildlife photography simulator. This new entry sports mechanics new and old, with the original bait returning and new Illumina Orbs to make Pokémon glow! These mechanics will help you get the perfect shots of these monsters in their natural habitat. Look out for it this April!
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Sinnoh is back with remakes of popular Diamond and Pearl versions. These new versions are remade in the new 3D stylings of the Switch, but retains the classic feel by redesigning the characters in the overworld into a chibi style. While giggle-inducing at first glance, the authenticity it brings is undeniable in its presentation. This is especially true when the battle sequences go back into the classic 3D aesthetic you’ve come to love from Sword and Shield. These titles release worldwide later this year.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus
The future of Pokémon comes from the past with the announcement of Pokémon Legends: Arceus. This is an open-world title set in ancient Sinnoh which looks to have taken a few cues from Nintendo best-seller The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. The world is vast, wild and primitive right down to the wood-wrought Pokéballs to bring a level of immersion never before seen in a Pokémon title. While the footage shown is not final, the Godly Pokémon Arceus’ appearance and a 2022 release date is sure to build a ton of hype.
It was an exciting morning to be a Pokémon fan. The undeniable nostalgia kick from the mechanics shown in New Pokémon Snap and the reveals of Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are sure to bring smiles to fans everywhere. However, it was Pokémon Legends: Arceus that stole the show. With a look at what to expect from the future of Pokémon games, this evolution is sure to be one that will have people everywhere talking. After the reception by hardcore fans of Sword and Shield being lukewarm, its exciting to see the next evolution in the future of Pokémon.
