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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 28 reviews

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Customers recognize Pokémon Shining Pearl as a fun and enjoyable game, reminiscent of classic adventures. Many appreciate its family-friendly nature and the nostalgic experience it provides. Positive feedback highlights the game's overall fun factor and its ability to evoke fond memories of earlier installments. There were no negative customer comments reported.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nostalgia

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Received the code fast, GameStop took forever so bought from Best Buy instead. Pokemon Pearl was the first Pokemon game I played and I was very young so I forgot about the story but seeing people stream the game and hearing the music, My god especially the music was so nostalgic so I decided to buy the game. Recommend buying for the nostalgia but if you haven't played the originals probably just save your money and get Pokemon Arceus instead

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nostalgic

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fun game. Nostalgic experience. Easy and fast download.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great remake

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great remake! I wish they’d enable cloud saves so I could go from my switch to the lite which I take to work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pokemon Shining Pearl has been so much fun so far!! I couldn't be happier with this purchase!!:) I is nostalgic for sure and makes me laugh at times. And I always enjoy building up the Pokedex!! I highly recommend this game... Now I need someone to trade with so I can get my Gengar!! lol

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great and Fun game

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's basically the original Pearl game with a few modifications and updates to the game. On the switch it's a great fit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It’s alright

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s not the kind of remake I was expecting but I do like the underground part being able to collect other pokemon I otherwise wouldn’t be able to without plus the lengendary pokemon and free mythicals

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Classis remake

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I loved the original ones and they did a great job on the remakes im so pleased to be playing a classic from my childhood.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We always love a good pokemon game! I would recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great pokemon game. Bring back old memory. Since I use to have the original Pearl

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have for the collection.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Generally a fun family friendly game that my wife and daughter like to play together.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Okay remake

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not the best remake but it reminds me of the old days.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Pokemon Game

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this for my girlfriend who absolutely loves the pokemon series, and she loves this game!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pokemon fans forever

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This game is perfect for new players and amazing for old players who want a new skin around the classic adventure game.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Shining Pearl

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you are a fan of pokemon you need this version , is a remake of the pearl/diamond edition but you get some changes

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pokemon Shining Pearl Review

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fun game for the Nintendo Switch. Seems to be more task driven than previous release (Pokemon Sword / Shield).

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loving his new game

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loves this game played all day Christmas and now on weekends

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pokemon Pearl

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Highly recommend! Nice to play this on the switch and see all the details and sounds amplified.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great nostalgia!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    nostalgia at it's finniest! Love this game! So much fun! Got a copy of both!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Loved this game when it first came out, and now i love it even more!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Blast to the Past.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got my code so fast when I had purchased this game. If you are a fan of the older series and Pokémon with a slight twist. I would definitely recommend anyone to enjoy this nostalgic game with new features and upgraded graphics. It was definitely a fun blast to the past moment for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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