Pokemon Ultra Sun and Moon Reviews

Pokemon Ultra Sun and Moon is ranked in the 91st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8 / 10
Nov 14, 2017

Whether you are still yet to explore the Alola region or are making a return visit, these Nintendo 3DS exclusives can be seen as not only a worthy addition to the long-running series but the definitive Pokémon adventure this generation.

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8.6 / 10.0
Nov 15, 2017

After the minimal adjustments in the first 20 hours of the game you'll get a great second half in Pokemon Ultra. With over 400 Pokemons and some new challenges for veterans this game is a must-have for fans of the series.

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62%
Nov 19, 2017

A disappointing Follow-Up to the original Pokemon Sun and Moon. Not enough new content was added in Pokemon Ultra Sun and Moon

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9.2 / 10.0
Nov 25, 2017

Pokémon Ultrasun and Ultramoon are ultimately a bit more than a 2.0 version of the previous chapters, just released a year ago. Particularly interesting it's that you can review in action Lugia, Ho-Oh, Moltres, Zekrom and so on. Ultrasun and Ultramoon are far from being a farewell, apparently rather like a pleasant and enticing flirtatious goodbye.

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9 / 10.0
Nov 28, 2017

While not the completely new game some were hoping for. Game Freak have added and refined more than I thought we would get out of a mid-gen release. The addition of new Pokemon, dimensions to explore and story segments make Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon the definitive way to experience Alola. If you haven't played Sun or Moon I would suggest picking up one of the Ultra titles instead. Even if you have, the refinements to the existing systems, the more streamlined story and the vast small changes will keep you engaged and wanting to progress through the colourful land of Alola for many hours.

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9.5 / 10.0
Dec 4, 2017

This is the the single most perfect Pokémon game up to date. With new Ultra beasts, the inclusion of every legendary Pokémon and a lot of small improvements this is the ultimate version to play. Sadly the story isn't as exciting as in the Sun & Moon games before because you've already 'been there' somehow despite the new story arcs.

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9.5 / 10.0
Nov 24, 2017

The ultimate example of how to immediately remake a game and one of the best stories I've seen so far in Pokémon.

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Recommended
Nov 29, 2017

Ultra Sun and Moon follow pretty much the same script as Sun and Moon. However, there are several things along the way that make the adventure feel slightly different. There are new trainers to battle, new Pokemon to catch, and new items in different places. A number of locations got a few touch-ups, not in a drastic way but enough to make you notice that they didn't look that way before. And a few Island Challenges received improvements, though they still remain easy because of the lack of challenging puzzles. You also meet a group called the Ultra Recon Squad, who play a significant part in the story, early on. Aesthetically, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon feel like the developers simply rearranged the furniture to give us a better view of their wonderful creation - and the resulting product is way better than the original.

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RPGamer
Cassandra Ramos
4 / 5.0
Mar 30, 2018

While I would have preferred direct sequels or have the changes be more substantial and better-paced, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon is still a great swan song to mainline Pokémon games on the 3DS.

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Geeks Under Grace
Juliana Purnell
8.9 / 10.0
Dec 20, 2017

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon offer a fresh journey through the wonderful region of Alola, though it may be too soon for some players to fully appreciate the revisit.

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8.5 / 10.0
Dec 31, 2017

Overall, from a gameplay perspective this version of Alola is vastly superior to its predecessor. The story is weaker due to how the changed the climax of the game, important character moments don’t happen and it’s a real shame. The story is still very good for a Pokemon title and I’m happy I got to experience it.

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Dec 17, 2017

"Updated version of Sun and Moon."

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8.5 / 10.0
Dec 3, 2017

Pokémon Ultra Sun does cover familiar ground, but the new changes and additions ensure a refreshing experience for both fans of the original and newcomers looking to be wowed by the sheer density of things to do in the Alola region.

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9 / 10
Jan 30, 2018

For me, the returning Pokémon – like old friends at this point – and tweaks to the plot and Totem fights justified the return, but not without reservations, and not without being prepared to be taught how to catch a Pokémon for the millionth time.

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Unscored
Dec 19, 2017

Pokémon Ultra Sun & Moon is a supposedly finished version of the seventh generation. It brings various novelties to the archipelago region, Alola, among which we highlight the Mantine surfing and the Team Rainbow Rocket. In addition to allow us catching all the existing species. The game is fine and beautiful, but you can tell that it lacks work in general.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

As a follow-up to last year's game, Game Freak has somehow found a way to make Ultra Moon more striking.

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Adam Riley
Top Critic
9 / 10
Nov 14, 2017

With new buildings to visit, more Pokémon to discover, plenty of extra challenges and mini-games included, and even a new villain to tackle, Pokémon Ultra Sun (and its counterpart, Ultra Moon) is the ultimate version of the already impressive Sun and Moon.

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Cubed3
Top Critic
9 / 10
Nov 16, 2017

Much more a refinement of what came before than a new entry, Pokémon Ultra Moon is very deceptive, as what begins as minor story and backdrop alterations becomes so much more as the game progresses. There is still a great sense of familiarity that may understandably disappoint for a full price purchase, but buyers will find what ultimately ends up as a title highlight for the whole series, and a tantalising glimpse into the future on Nintendo Switch.

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Nov 24, 2017

The original Pokemon Sun & Moon is still readily available and popular. Releasing another version of this game doesn't feel like it adds anything to the Pokemon franchise as a whole, and just makes me want a new Pokemon game on my Switch all the more. It's still a very, very fine game, but as a product release, this one is quite disappointing from Nintendo.

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VGN
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Nov 23, 2017

A must-buy for any Alola first timer, but not-so-much for those already being Pokémon League Champions.

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