Pokémon Omega Ruby Standard Edition - Nintendo 3DS

I love the Pokemon series. One of the things I hated was that I came in too late to play Ruby and Sapphire(I started in the next generation). When I heard that these games were coming out, I was psyched. When the games finally came out in November, I looked around at all the stores in the area and Best Buy had a great deal for it. Thank you Best Buy.

Omega Ruby is excellent remake that truly stands out among the others in the franchise. With over 700 different Pokémon you won't get bored searching for new ones, but on top of that it gives old players of the originals a great sense of nostalgia and good memories. That's not to say that this game isn't for newcomers, because they will have just as much fun with this game than the nostallic players. Graphics: The 3D graphics look awesome on the 3DS, and everything from the Pokémon to the environments look great in the new edition. Gameplay: If you've played other Pokémon titles then you know what to expect. It's the same old fashion game, but of course with a polished update that makes the series feel fresh and entertaining. What's Different: Of course X & Y introduced Mega Evolve and this game is no exception to that new type of temporary Pokémon evolution. For players who didn't play the last games in the franchise just know all you have to do is find special stone to make your Pokémon do this special evolution. I don't remember if this was in the original, but in the 3DS remake you can actually sneak up on Pokémon you see hiding in the grass. Story: The story isn't the best, but then again the gameplay and catching Pokémon is what matters in a Pokémon game, and it more than excels at doing those two things very well. Bottom line is that Pokémon Omega Ruby is a must play for all fans of the series.

Omega Ruby is excellent remake that truly stands out among the others in the franchise. With over 700 different Pokémon you won't get bored searching for new ones, but on top of that it gives old players of the originals a great sense of nostalgia and good memories. That's not to say that this game isn't for newcomers, because they will have just as much fun with this game than the nostallic players. Graphics: The 3D graphics look awesome on the 3DS, and everything from the Pokémon to the environments look great in the new edition. Gameplay: If you've played other Pokémon titles then you know what to expect. It's the same old fashion game, but of course with a polished update that makes the series feel fresh and entertaining. What's Different: Of course X & Y introduced Mega Evolve and this game is no exception to that new type of temporary Pokémon evolution. For players who didn't play the last games in the franchise just know all you have to do is find special stone to make your Pokémon do this special evolution. I don't remember if this was in the original, but in the 3DS remake you can actually sneak up on Pokémon you see hiding in the grass. Story: The story isn't the best, but then again the gameplay and catching Pokémon is what matters in a Pokémon game, and it more than excels at doing those two things very well. Bottom line is that Pokémon Omega Ruby is a must play for all fans of the series.

As someone who is a diehard fan of the original Pokemon games (I only like the basic 150!), this game actually is a great step forward. Simple enough to maintain the formula I know and love, but plenty of upgrades and new touches that make it worth the price of admission. Plus, the graphics and animation over the original Pokemon Ruby game are top-notch. If you're a day one fan like me, or looking for a gift for someone else, I highly recommend this or Alpha Sapphire; both are excellent games.

I'm not sure what I was expecting going into this game. I don't think I would have gotten it if they hadn't put so much more stuff into it than X&Y. The nostalgia factor is pretty high, and seeing all the changes in detail and graphics is pretty rewarding. As for new players, there is the dreaded "too much water." Normally, I don't think that's a problem for most people. But for IGN and myself, someone who has an irrational fear of oceans and seas and lakes and most deep bodies of water, it's pretty frustrating when I feel the need to race as fast as possible out of the water routes. Thankfully, there's enough stuff to keep it exciting, like secret bases and an interesting storyline that's been updated for the new graphics. As well as extra missions chock full of legendaries.

If you are reading this, you're probably wondering if you should get Pokemon OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire. The answer is YES. Sure, it's a remake of the gameboy advance game Pokemon Ruby/Sapphire, however there are more features to explore in this game, not to mention the huge update in the roster! It goes without saying that the graphics are absolutely beautiful. If you're a fan of Pokemon, you should definitely get this game!

This is a beautiful remake of a game that I cherished as a child. It compares in graphics to Pokemon X and Y but there is definitely more "production value" in this version. If you've already played either Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald then you will be pleasantly surprised at the amount of content and enjoyment you will get from this version.

Omega Ruby is excellent remake that truly stands out among the others in the franchise. With over 700 different Pokémon you won't get bored searching for new ones, but on top of that it gives old players of the originals a great sense of nostalgia and good memories. That's not to say that this game isn't for newcomers, because they will have just as much fun with this game than the nostallic players. Graphics: The 3D graphics look awesome on the 3DS, and everything from the Pokémon to the environments look great in the new edition. Gameplay: If you've played other Pokémon titles then you know what to expect. It's the same old fashion game, but of course with a polished update that makes the series feel fresh and entertaining. What's Different: Of course X & Y introduced Mega Evolve and this game is no exception to that new type of temporary Pokémon evolution. For players who didn't play the last games in the franchise just know all you have to do is find special stone to make your Pokémon do this special evolution. I don't remember if this was in the original, but in the 3DS remake you can actually sneak up on Pokémon you see hiding in the grass.