Pokemon HeartGold Version

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  • Summary: Return to the beloved Johto region first introduced in the Pokémon Gold and Silver Version games for the portable Game Boy system. Several new enhancements for the series, such as updated graphics and touch screen features, enrich these timeless adventures, and the new Pokéwalker accessoryReturn to the beloved Johto region first introduced in the Pokémon Gold and Silver Version games for the portable Game Boy system. Several new enhancements for the series, such as updated graphics and touch screen features, enrich these timeless adventures, and the new Pokéwalker accessory allows players to take their favorite Pokémon with them wherever they go. Both games feature detailed graphics that spotlight the unique environments and hundreds of Pokémon that players can encounter and catch. Players can even see and interact with their favorite Pokémon outside of battle, selecting one from their team to follow behind them as they travel through the Johto region. [Nintendo]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Universo Nintendo
    100
    Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver are - up until now - the definitive versions of the series. It's the complete package, that includes the best from the original Gold and Silver games, the third and fourth generations innovations, a few new surprises and an awesome bonus, the Pokéwalker. It's the DS's best, and it's for everyone.
  2. AceGamez
    92
    An absolutely fantastic remake.
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  3. Gameplanet
    90
    While it’s not really anything new, it provides a chunky stop-gap in lieu of a real new Pokemon title. Playing it, you’ll get the sense that Gamefreak are rehashing the classics to get their crosshairs tuned for the next generation of Pokemon.
  4. VideoGamer
    90
    With HeartGold and SoulSlver the Pokémon series has reached a point where it can't get any better. It's like a level 100 Pikachu; it's as good as it can possibly be, but it's probably about time it evolved already.
  5. Game Informer
    85
    Even though the classic Pokémon formula still works as evidenced by HeartGold, I can’t help but hope for a new Pokémon title that breaks some new ground.
  6. GameShark
    83
    As Pokemon games go, it's definitely the most polished version yet and the new additions all add up to make the overall experience even more enjoyable.
  7. Game Revolution
    75
    This version might very well be the best of the series since the original Red and Blue, with a completely engrossing world, ability to link and trade to earlier versions as far back as the GBA (no version of the DS reads the original Game Boy carts, so SOL on that front... but do you really want that Missingno you caught so badly?) and a few amusing – if lackluster – online games on top of being able to battle any of your friends anywhere.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 104 out of 113
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 113
  3. Negative: 3 out of 113
  1. muzziklover
    Oct 27, 2012
    10
    Pokemon Gold on the Gameboy colour was the first Pokemon game I have played and I also consider it my favourite out of all of them. GettingPokemon Gold on the Gameboy colour was the first Pokemon game I have played and I also consider it my favourite out of all of them. Getting an upgraded version of the best Pokemon game ever was a godsend. HeartGold captures what made Gold so great and with a 4th Generation upgrade, it was even better than I imagined. Out of all the 5 generations of Pokemon, nothing has ever topped the 2nd Generation in my eyes and this game proves it. This game is just complete. Good story, addicting gameplay, huge amounts of content and endless replay value - all needed for the ultimate Pokemon game… Expand
  2. polishedrelish
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    The best video game remake of all time.

    Everything about the already phenomenal Johto games is cranked up to 11 with lots of new content    The best video game remake of all time.

    Everything about the already phenomenal Johto games is cranked up to 11 with lots of new content and QoL from gens 3 and 4. The visuals aged beautifully and the Pokemon sprites, both in battle and on the overworld, have lots of soul.

    HGSS added 2 new starter choices, Hoenn legendaries, events with mythical Pokemon, and a Safari Zone unlike anything else in Pokemon. Beyond that, there are gym leader rematches, revamped elite 4 rematches, and much more.

    Play these games if you have the chance.    … Expand
  4. GatchafanE
    Mar 23, 2010
    10
    I love this game! This is a highly enhanced remake of the best Pokemon game of all time! This game has many extra features that make this a I love this game! This is a highly enhanced remake of the best Pokemon game of all time! This game has many extra features that make this a must-have for any old-school Pokemon fan. This game brings back the magic of being a Pokemon trainer unlike the previous titles. Don't get me wrong, Diamond/Pearl are great games but this game defines what Pokemon is all about. I'm 19 and in that age range that left Pokemon behind in favor of more mature games. This game will make any use-to-be Pokemon fan excited to play Pokemon again! I guarantee it!… Expand
  5. JJJKR
    Dec 31, 2016
    10
    Pokemon heart gold is the worst game ever created pokemon gold is so much better these new johto pokemon look so weird. Like why? In pokemonPokemon heart gold is the worst game ever created pokemon gold is so much better these new johto pokemon look so weird. Like why? In pokemon gold the pokemon were so much better and they looked nicer. If you want better pokemons play pokemon red. Pokemon diamond is the worst game ever!!… Expand
  6. manuel812
    May 29, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. un JUEGAZO increíble primero de todo es el juego mejor ambientado su ambientación japonesa es increíble aparte de eso tiene una muy buena historia ya que nos dan a un team rocket al borde de la disolución están tan perdidos que no respetan las intenciones originales del team rocket tenemos al mejor personaje de pokemon junto a N silver un personaje con un desarrollo excelente y la pelea final contra red uffffff increíble después la dificultad es bastante buena aunque tiene una subida de niveles muy brusca en fin es un juegazo… Expand
  7. lordT
    Jul 10, 2014
    9
    I was a fan of pokemon since the 3th generation and i must admit that no matter how old i get, i like the franchise. So when a remake wasI was a fan of pokemon since the 3th generation and i must admit that no matter how old i get, i like the franchise. So when a remake was announced i was excited. When the game came out, it was pretty good, i do not have much to say about it. You see i usually talk to much about a bad game so the only answer you're going to get is: This game is worth a buy.… Expand
  8. auranaqua
    Mar 31, 2019
    1
    Its a BAD pokemon game, not only that, but the only pokemon game that is bad, all others are at least ok. But this one is slow, bland, notIts a BAD pokemon game, not only that, but the only pokemon game that is bad, all others are at least ok. But this one is slow, bland, not inovative and they manage to make the few minigames weird and unplayable. Its also for the other game's looks what polar express is to reality, this ugliness makes the game even more boring than it adding nothing did. I saw some people praising it in the past but every time I looked up turned out to be some teenager who grew up when this one was new, in other words: if nostalgia and vanity over your own childhood are the only reasons you play a game, go for it but if you want a good game, play Firered, or really any other pokemon game.… Expand

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#3 Best DS Game of 2010
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#1 Most Discussed DS Game of 2010
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#3 Most Shared DS Game of 2010