GameZone: "As someone who has been on the Pokemon frontlines since 1998 (Blue version for life!) it's been interesting to watch the series evolve game after game. What's most impressive is that despite the formula being mostly unchanged for the better part of almost 20 years, each game still manages to introduce new mechanics and shake things up to make the games always feel fresh."
Even if the eShop has now closed down, the best 3DS games are still worth playing — in any way you can get your hands on them.
Pokémon’s shift to 3D was a big mistake, as the series’ roots in 2D design make it difficult to transfer important game mechanics into a 3D overworld.
why do other games pull off 3D monster collecting JRPG games just fine? Look at Jade Cocoon and Shin Megami Tensei for examples.
Pokemon Sun and Moon introduced Ultra Beasts, which are a gang of otherworldly Pokemon that resemble a few invasive species from the real world.