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Pokemon Trozei
Mixed or average reviews
Based on 32 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?
Based on 9 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Nintendo
Developer: Genius Sonority
Genre(s): Puzzle
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: March 6, 2006
Summary
(Also known as "Pokemon Link") Using the stylus, slide Pokemon puzzle pieces and line up four in a row (horizontally or vertically) to make a "Trozei" and clear the screen. Find a line up over 380 Pokemon puzzle pieces to complete your Trozei list. Battle or cooperate wirelessly with friends to help uncover rare Pokémon for your collection. Rescue stolen Pokemon and uncover the evil plans of the Phobos Battalion in Adventure mode. Distribute a version of Pokémon Trozei with limited functions to friends, allowing you to compete or cooperate with a friend using just one game card. [Nintendo]
Cheat Codes & Hints: GameSpot Hints & Cheats
Also On The Web: Official Website
What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
Detroit Free Press
Trozei makes great use of the touch screen, giving the game a real sense of natural movement and urgency.
Read Full Review >netjak
Now we can only hope that Nintendo starts following the unofficial naming convention for the system and changes the title of at least one of the next-generation RPGs to the only logical choice - Pokémon Darmstadtium.
Read Full Review >Nintendo Power
Pokemon Trozei may seem simple, but it packs a challenge that will keep puzzle-action fans intrigued for a long time to come. [Apr 2006, p.85]
Game Informer
This is one wily little puzzler, both charming and challenging enough that even those nauseated by the thought of Pokemon should really pick it up anyway. [Mar 2006, p.118]
Games Master UK
Another top game in the Pokemon series and another great puzzler for the DS. [May 2006, p.56]
Digital Entertainment News
A good game that should have been better. Hopefully there will be a sequel to bring more game modes in, but the Pokemon theme needs to be turned down if not tossed completely.
Read Full Review >NintendoWorldReport
Not much about the game has a real Pokémon feel, as even the art and music are quite different from the standard Pokémon fare. However, thanks to the Pokédex, one of the core aspects of Pokémon, “gotta catch ‘em all," is still present and provides some replay incentive.
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central
The best game ever to have the word "Pokemon" in the title - that, and the fact that it really doesn't have anything to do with the traditional Pokemon games.
Read Full Review >Armchair Empire
As a puzzle game for short and long play sessions Pokémon Trozei! should have offered more modes of play.
Read Full Review >Games Radar (in-house)
There's a kind of freedom here that "Zoo Keeper" simply can't offer. No, Pokemon Teozei isn't as simple, and maybe, as a result, it's not quite as addictive. However, it certainly feels like a much more rounded game, putting it just behind "Polarium" and "Meteos" as the best puzzlers that you can get for your handheld.
Read Full Review >Deeko
The pacing can become frenzied, as with any puzzle game, but once you've created that zen puzzle experience, you'll more than likely be able to really breeze through the game.
Read Full Review >GamePro
The game itself can be addicting, as with most puzzle games. The levels and bosses in Adventure mode get naturally more difficult and thus more addicting, planting a seed of competitive I-have-to-beat-this-level nature in any puzzle game enthusiast.
Read Full Review >IGN
It's not a classic in the same way that "Tetris" and "Puyo Pop" have become in the genre, but it's still a lot of fun and definitely unique diversion for DS owners.
Read Full Review >NGC Magazine UK
Immediately compelling and addictive but only short-term. It's enjoyable but there are already better options on DS. [May 2006, p.48]
Pelit (Finland)
Pokémon Link puts more emphasis on fast reflexes than functional brain cells. Slightly more thought-provoking mechanics would have provided enjoyment longer. [June 2006]
GameZone
Pokemon Trozei is different, addictive, and has some great multiplayer options.
Read Full Review >Jolt Online Gaming UK
Pokemon Link may well fall short in several key areas – most notably with the lack of play options – but on the whole, it’s actually a fairly pleasing puzzler with all the right ingredients to keep you engaged for a decent period.
Read Full Review >N-Insanity
A Pokemon fan will definitely get a kick out of it, especially if they like the collect-a-thon side quest.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
A meager selection of gameplay modes keeps Trozei from being essential, but the core gameplay remains engaging, regardless.
Read Full Review >GamerFeed
A solid pick up for Pokemon fans, but I strongly suggest that you check out "Zoo Keeper," "Polarium," and "Meteos" before purchasing Trozei.
Read Full Review >GameSpy
It's definitely fun and easy to get into, but the game lacks any real technique that will keep you coming back to it after the initial thrill has worn off.
Read Full Review >games(TM)
The game itself is fast, reasonably original and a great deal of fun. Trozei’s disadvantage is its complete lack of modes. [May 2006, p.126]
Computer and Video Games
Despite the weak selection of modes, Pokemon Link remains an enjoyable puzzler. The arbitrary veneer of the Pokemon license doesn't seem particularly misplaced and offers the ever enjoyable task of collecting all 380 of the little marketing wonders.
Read Full Review >Eurogamer
Though it does have a distressingly small number of modes, the core adventure mode can be as fun in quick bursts as "Zoo Keeper" or "Meteos," and the multiplayer features are fantastic, even if they'll sadly rarely be used.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
Unfortunately, flashy pixels and Wi-Fi features aren't much more than tinsel on Trozei's knockoff foundation. [Apr 2006, p.104]
1UP
Trozei offers a decent array of multiplayer support to provide harmless, inoffensive fun. It's an acceptable diversion, provided you don't expect any sort of staying power with your puzzle games.
Read Full Review >Da Gameboyz
This will game will appeal to diehard puzzle fans but the Pokemon theme may scare people off.
Read Full Review >Gaming Nexus
With so man other quality DS puzzle games out, only the Pokemon faithful should pick this one up.
Read Full Review >Play Magazine
Pokemon Trozei is a game I really wanted to like. Unfortunately, the gameplay falls flat. [May 2006, p.61]
Sydney Morning Herald
It's not exactly taxing on the brain, but it is strangely compelling.
Read Full Review >Nintendo Insider
The sad truth is, Pokémon Trozei isn’t a bad game persay... it’s just BORING.
Read Full Review >G4 TV
It seems like the slightly retarded love child of Meteos and Tetris DS – a clunky excuse to use the stylus more than a fun experience. Both of those games – despite their own flaws – are miles better than Pokemon Trozei!
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 5.8 (out of 10) based on 9 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Caz C. gave it a7:
Pokemon trozei or link as its called in england is fun when you first pick it up even if it is a bit slow. You have to link up Pokemon faces sort of like the game "bejewelled" to make them dissapear. This obviously isn't very challenging and after a while of not being able to put it down the initial enjoyment dissolves as you loose interest.
Chicorita K. gave it an8:
It is fun to play using touch screen.
Will gave it a9:
Usually I don't go near Pokemon games unless they are the RPG variety, but this game is suprisingly good value. It's an execellent fast paced puzzle games along the lines of Meteos and Columns.
Matthew B. gave it a0:
it is the most boring game in the world.good use of touch screen but could there be a little more action?
Steve P. gave it a9:
Trozei is a deceptively simple game with just enough hidden feature to both increase game play value and the all important fun factor.
