Pokkén Tournament is a fighting game and a spinoff from the main Pokémon series.
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Story & Themes
In Pokkén Tournament, you play as a Pokémon trainer, sending your Pokémon out to battle your opponent's. The goal is to rise through the ranks to become champion, and players will accomplish this by focusing primarily on one Pokémon. As their Pokémon gains experience, they will be able to level up which improves different stats like Attack and Defense. Switching between the two modes, Field Phase and Duel Phase, allows players the chance to experience combat that ranges from turn-based to more melee-centered.
Difficulty
Pokkén Tournament has simple controls and a well-rounded training mode for players who need a bit of extra practice.
Heads Up!
Violence Pokémon battle each other with cartoonish moves and magic attacks. Defeated Pokémon merely fall unconscious and no blood is ever drawn.
Consumerism Players who want extra unlockable content can purchase amiibos.
Online Community
The game offers somewhat limited options for competitive online play.
Conversation Starters
- Does it ever bother you when Pokémon get hurt in the game? Why or why not?
- Which Pokémon is your favorite? What do you like about them?