Customer Ratings & Reviews

This is certainly a twist, or addition, on the tried and true Pokemon game formula. Your character is transported to the past of the Sinnoh region, when it was first being settled and called the Hisui region. You are tasked with helping complete the Pokedex, but in addition to "simply" catching all of the Pokemon you must also complete a set of tasks on each Pokemone (for example catch x number, see a certain move used, etc). Since this is also the past you also need to collect materials to craft Poke Balls, Potions, and more. Be careful of some Pokemon as they will actually attack your character directly in the open world. The fights are also a little harder, or at least the wild Pokemon can certainly hit a little harder. Overall this has been an enjoyable game and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a slightly more challenging Pokemon game.

This is the Pokemon game people have been asking for for years. Ever since Zelda:BotW came out and we knew how creative, innovative, and large scale Nintendo can now be, people wanted that brought to the Pokemon world. While this isn't nearly to the scale of BotW, it definitely bridges that gap significantly from the mainline Pokemon games. The game is much more exploration based, and is an incredibly refreshing mixup from the stock standard (and frankly now stale) mainline Pokemon formula. GameFreak is headed in the right direction with this addition, and hopefully they take the criticisms this game does have and shore them up for the next release if this turns into a spinoff genre with future releases. (i.e. Graphics, quite frankly Gamecube games look better than this and they're 20 years old). They can do so much more, but this is a MASSIVE LEAP in the right direction and hopefully they don't pull back from here and try to coast with minimal effort like they've done with the mainline games.

Arceus tries something new with a more open-world approach, there is a good amount of freedom exploring the new region. Battling is pretty much what you would expect from a Pokemon game and refreshes the formula. It’s pretty cool that the Pokemon themselves can hurt the in game player. While some aspects feel rough around the edges, the game’s sense of discovery and adventure makes it worthwhile playing.

I was originally very excited about this game because of the open world map. Thought it was going to be incredible. It didn't quite live up to my expectations. I guess it's more so because I am used to the typical games where you catch Pokemon, train them, travel to different cities, get your badges and catch the legendary Pokemon at the end. This game is pretty much task heavy. Having to complete the pokedex by doing all these different tasks (i.e. catching 25, defeating 20, seeing them use "bite" 15 times etcetera of each individual Pokemon) It's not my type of game. With that said, it truly is a very visually appealing game that most people will enjoy nonetheless.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus is fantastic! The gameplay feels fresh and immersive, and exploring the world on the Switch OLED is stunning. Great story, fun mechanics, and it’s a must-have for any Pokémon fan

Fun new approach for the Pokémon series. I had a great time exploring Hisui and trying the new mechanics. Highly recommended for something fresh to the series.

I bought this as a birthday gift for my husband. He really enjoys playing the game and is having fun playing it on his Nintendo switch.

Pokémon Legends Arceus is a great game to play for me at least. If you faint in-game you drop a pouch with some items and other players in the community can find it for you. You can also find other peoples bags and get rewards like Exp. Candies. It also is a very different experience then most Pokémon games. Great game to play during any time of the day.

I don't have a bad thing to say about this game. I really enjoy the open world, the gameplay, and the story. It's truly a breath of fresh air for Pokémon titles.

Can't recommend this more. This is the pokemon game we've waited for. Open world areas, dangerous pokemon, secrets, actual difficulty, and a good story. Graphics are meh but who cares, the game is too fun.

Pretty good game, not so easy for younger audiences though. Children might have trouble keeping up with objectives and fast-paced moments, plus you can actually die and lose items. I would highly recommend this if you or the person you are buying this for can read and play games without asking for help on easy/medium tasks, unless you are willing to help them out constantly. If you are an adult/teen, great. Pokemon Arceus serves all audiences that can comprehend it.

Game is amazing and fun!! My favorites are the alphas because they are huge!! I beat the game with roughly 36 hours of gameplay. There are some CONS though….I wished there were more pokemons…I wished they had more moves to choose from. Maybe with future updates that might be possible. I need my dragonite.

The game is super fun and I would highly recommend it to any Pokémon fans who enjoy the thrill of catching Pokémon rather than engaging in battles. There are still elements of Pokémon battles throughout the game, but the game definitely emphasizes catching and collecting more than becoming the Pokémon champion. In regards to Best Buy’s service, they were quick, easy, and very nice! I placed an order online and had my order ready for pickup within 10 minutes of placing my order. Pickup at the store was also super quick and very organized. I probably bought the game and was able to play it within 30 minutes of placing the order. I would definitely order from Best Buy again!

"Arceus: A pinnacle in Pokémon's evolution. Its compelling narrative explores origins, letting players shape the world. Unveiling ancient mysteries, it balances nostalgia with fresh gameplay. Arceus delivers immersive open-world exploration, captivating battles, and a richly detailed universe. A testament to Pokémon's enduring magic, it's a must-play for fans and newcomers alike."

This game has almost everything i wanted from a console pokemon game. Open world, cqtching pokemon while running. Walking around the pokemon while fighting. The story is actually better than pokemon violet and scarlet i thought. Only problems are the graphics are not the best, but its stylized so it makes up for it. Also, they had no badges really to earn here and the whole pokemon tournament. However this game has a unique setting and feels incredible. Definitely recommend.

An amazing open world pokemon experience! Has more of a focus on catching Pokémon rather than battling gym leaders.

Have not played it yet but i hear it is so much fun and i cant wait to get started!

As someone who’s played Pokémon for as long as they can remember, I genuinely can say this is the Pokémon game a lot of fans have been waiting for. The world is immersive, and feels a lot more like you’re in the Pokémon world rather than just the traditional turn based battle system. The Pokémon have personalities, and it shows when certain Pokémon come up to you to be friendly and others attack unprovoked. However, there are some slight issues. At the times the controls can feel a bit unpolished; for example, the lightest touch can make your character walk and can only be stopped by moving in the opposite direction, which can be really annoying when you’re trying to sneak. Also, the story and people in general could certainly be more fleshed out, although it’s safe to say most people do not play Pokémon for the plot. Overall, I’d say this is the best Pokémon game they’ve ever released, and I’m definitely excited to see how they continue to expand on the Legends format for future games!

This is probably one of the best Pokemon games in recent years. Pokemon during the switch era has been the topic of a lot of controversy concerning the quality of the games, some of the issues I have noticed in my own experience while playing Scarlet & Violet or Sword & Shield. But whatever gripes you have about those games, don't use them to judge buying this one. Gamefreak went above and beyond and made something truly special that can resonate with both new fans and old fans and I really respect that. So please, if you're a Pokemon fan, give this one a shot.

I got this as my first pokemon game on the switch and was greeted with a completely new feel compared to previous pokemon games on the DS. It is open world and allows you to explore at your own pace. In addition, the new battling and catching mechanics were a real blast to learn and use.