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Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
As Donkey Kong Bananza reveals full-blown voice acting, Pokemon fans are wondering when they will be spared from the awkward silences
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. As Donkey Kong Bananza was revealed to have a pretty substantial amount of voice acting, Pokemon fans are once again looking at their plate and realizing the RPG series may be lagging behind somewhat. I don't think I need to recount the story of Pokemon's run on Nintendo Switch, from the Dexit controversy of Sword and Shield, to the disastrous launch of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, which still run very poorly on Switch 1. While both pairs of games still sold extremely well, it did create a level of unease and dissatisfaction within the Pokemon fandom as fans reckoned the franchise deserved better than what we were getting. And while the free update on Switch 2 for Scarlet and Violet has shown there's a strong Pokemon game under all the mess, fans are looking at Nintendo's other series' with a bit of envy. The Nintendo Direct dedicated to Donkey Kong Bananza revealed that Pauline is a new companion character, with full-blown voice acting at that. Naturally, Pokemon fans were shocked that the funny punching gorilla game got voice acting before the series of dialogue-heavy RPGs did. Nintendo streamer ActualAero reshared a clip of Pauline talking on their Twitter, saying: "Game Freak I'm being so serious when I say if you debut the milestone Pokemon generation X on Nintendo Switch 2 with silent, awkward [as fuck] cutscenes like this again we're gonna have problems." They post a clip from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, featuring your main rival Nemona speaking and laughing in complete silence. And as awkward as that scene is, it's far from the worst, with Piers' singing scene from Sword and Shield being a different beast entirely. Saying that, I'm not sure it's something that's likely to happen anytime soon, as even a game as prolifically broken as Scarlet and Violet still became the sixth best selling Switch game ever made, so from Game Freak's perspective, I can't imagine there's too much incentive to add voice acting to the upcoming tenth generation of Pokemon. But Pokemon fans do deserve better, so let's have a bit of hope. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet speedruns are in a different league on Switch 2, with a day-one attempt already coming in around half an hour faster than the old world record.
Geek Girl Authority
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
Nintendo Switch 2 Archives
Categories Select Category Games GGA Columns Movies Stuff We Like The Daily Bugle TV & Streaming Games Stuff We Like Think Pieces Video Games Pokémon Scarlet & Violet now play a lot better with the Switch 2 release. But the new console hasn't fixed the series' lacking graphics yet.
Hypebeast
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Game Freak Unveils Dark New Action RPG ‘Beast of Reincarnation' at Xbox Showcase
Summary Game Freak, the renowned studio primarily known for thePokémonseries, has unveiled a new action RPGtitledBeastof Reincarnation. Directed by Kota Furushima, known for his work onPokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra MoonandPokémon Sword & Shield, the new game was announced alongside a reveal trailer at theXbox Games Showcase 2025. Developed in collaboration with Fictions, a newly established publisher, this new venture marks a significant departure from Game Freak's established franchise, showcasing a darker, more mature tone set in a post-apocalyptic Japan. The trailer offered a first look at a world ravaged by corruption and overrun by monstrous beasts, setting the stage for a compelling and challenging player experience. The plot centers on Emma, an outcast cursed as a 'Blighted One,' and her loyal canine companion, Koo. Their journey takes them across an ominous, ever-changing world. As they delve deeper into this unknown, their bond strengthens, leading to the blooming of strange new powers. The gameplay showcases third-person exploration and combat, emphasizing technical precision and strategic encounters. Players wield a legendary sealing blade, engaging in battles against yokai, towering beasts and mechanized enemies. The combat system also appears to incorporate timing-based parries, suggesting a souls-like difficulty curve, where mastering enemy attack patterns is crucial. Beast of Reincarnationto launch day one with Xbox Game Pass in 2026, making it immediately accessible to a wide audience. The game will also be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam.
Al Bawaba
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Was Nintendo the problem all along? Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation sparks shock
Published June 10th, 2025 - 10:52 GMT ALBAWABA - Japanese developer Game Freak recently took the internet by storm during the 2025 Xbox Games Showcase after revealing its upcoming souls-like, Beast of Reincarnation. The stunning graphics left people in shock after they compared the developer's previous games to Nintendo's Pokémon franchise. Game Freak has always been subjected to criticism for its lackluster graphics and poor optimization in Pokémon games such as Sword and Shield, Legends: Arceus, Scarlet and Violet, and many more. Many fans blamed the developer, further stating that the studio lacks "motivation." However, others blamed the Nintendo Switch hardware, deeming it "outdated" and "weak" for its time, which caused limitations in graphics and performance. — PlayStation (@PlayStation) June 9, 2025 While that might've been the case, other Nintendo titles like Kirby: The Forgotten Lands, Mario Kart 8, Luigi's Mansion 3, and many more run steadily with stunning graphics. Additionally, Game Freak recently showcased the visible difference in textures between the Switch and Switch 2 versions of its upcoming game, Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Beast of Reincarnation (Game Freak) Game Freak describes Beast of Reincarnation as "an expansive one-person, one-dog action RPG built around demanding, technical combat." It follows the story of Emma and her loyal canine companion, Koo, who venture into post-apocalyptic Japan as humanity's last hope. The game is set to launch in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Xbox Game Pass and Steam. According to its Steam store page, Beast of Reincarnation draws elements from adventure, action, and souls-like games © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Forbes
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Game Freak Breaks Free From ‘Pokémon' With ‘Beast Of Reincarnation'
'Beast of Reincarnation' is a new and upcoming game developed by Game Freak. For many, Game Freak is synonymous with Pokémon, but their upcoming game Beast of Reincarnation looks to shatter that preconception. Set in the far-off future, Beast of Reincarnation looks similar to something like NieR: Automata by way of Sekiro. In short, an ostentatious action game with a fascinating setting and stunning visuals. While the initial trailer (shown below) only lists the fact that the game will be coming to Xbox, it will also be released on the PlayStation 5 and PC, via Steam. The publisher behind this is also curious, called Fictions, their only other game is LEGO Party!, which is out later this year. The reason this new publisher seems noteworthy is that Beast of Reincarnation is clearly not a small game in a budgetary sense. For one, it looks very impressive graphically, and for another, there seems to be some genuine production value behind it. This is interesting because Game Freak is often criticized for its somewhat low-budget approach to Pokémon. Whereas this new game shows that maybe Game Freak isn't the one at fault there. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder In any case, Beast of Reincarnation looks amazing, and I am genuinely happy to see Game Freak being given the opportunity (and budget) to make a very different type of game than what they are typically known for. Beast of Reincarnation will be released in 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Follow me on X, Facebook and YouTube. I also manage Mecha Damashii and am currently featured in the Giant Robots exhibition currently touring Japan.
