Posted October 15, 2012 (edited) Seriously happy with the offerings early on in the game, my team at the moment, having just beaten the 3rd gym: Dewott lvl25 Flaaffy lvl24 Tranquil lvl25 Growlithe lvl25 Lucario lvl25 Eevee lvl18 (Want to get a female one mind) Edited October 15, 2012 by Emerald Emblem Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 (edited) it sounds like i can get away with out transferring eggs, given how all you guys are loving the games Pokemon offerings Edited October 16, 2012 by Agent Gibbs what was that was i drunk when i wrote that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 So I've now completed Hana Samurai, my Backlog is also well and truly under control and I'm looking for a new game to play in the run-up to Wii U, was thinking this could be it, but have a few questions first... 1. Are there areas/aspects of this game that aren't accessible if you haven't played Black/White? And if so, how much content are we talking? 2. Can you transfer over Pokémon from Diamond/HeartGold, and is it required in order to "catch 'em all"? 3. How's the story in the game, is it funny? In other words (and anyone that has played both Red/Blue/FireRed/LeafGreen & HeartGold/SoulSilver will know what I'm on about) does the old man outside the gym love it because it's full of women? or because it's full of strong trainers? I'm not that far in (just did the first gym), but you can link saves from B/W to B2/W2 which adds a little to the story. @Serebii will be best to ask, he's the king-pin of Pokemon titles. Regarding the transferring from HG/SS. There are trade points in HG/SS and B2/W2. You'll need two 3DS's to do that though from what i've seen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 1. A few trainers and special Pokémon won't be accessible if you don't do it, but nothing major 2. You can via the PokéTransfer after defeating the Elite Four 3. It's the second with a major narrative and it has its funny moments Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 I'm going to sound like a massive online noob but you can play the game on your 3DS and go online right? And how do I add people onto my pen pad? #confused Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 So I've now completed Hana Samurai, my Backlog is also well and truly under control and I'm looking for a new game to play in the run-up to Wii U, was thinking this could be it, but have a few questions first... 1. Are there areas/aspects of this game that aren't accessible if you haven't played Black/White? And if so, how much content are we talking? 2. Can you transfer over Pokémon from Diamond/HeartGold, and is it required in order to "catch 'em all"? 3. How's the story in the game, is it funny? In other words (and anyone that has played both Red/Blue/FireRed/LeafGreen & HeartGold/SoulSilver will know what I'm on about) does the old man outside the gym love it because it's full of women? or because it's full of strong trainers? 1: You'll only miss out on a few non-essential encounters, so you don't have to really play B&W beforehand, but really you should play Black/White first anyway because they're damn awesome! (Probably my favourite in the series; at least tied with Gold/Silver) 2: You will need to trade across the other GBA and DS games to nab each and every one, or just ask around to trade with other people online/locally. Pokemon is all about communication after all! (But just getting the specific ones you want isn't really that hard if you just ask around online or use the GTS) 3: Don't worry. The dialogue is as hilarious as ever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 I finally got my first Dream World Pokemon, it's Onix! Nature -Impish Ability -Weak Armor My Black 2 FC: 3225 3451 4315 Any of you guys play competitively? I've been thinking about giving it a go after I finish this game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 I finally got my first Dream World Pokemon, it's Onix!Nature -Impish Ability -Weak Armor My Black 2 FC: 3225 3451 4315 Any of you guys play competitively? I've been thinking about giving it a go after I finish this game. Any time you want a Poke beat down let me know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 (edited) Any of you guys play competitively? I've been thinking about giving it a go after I finish this game. Might try it again. Did it a bit before but got annoyed trying to get good IV's/Natures/Abilities. Plus had no one to battle. @Goron_3 Yeah you can. Playing it on my 3DS XL. It's already taken my highest average playtime spot (2hours 45 mins). Amazon hasn't shipped my guide yet (Not that I need it :P) Edited October 15, 2012 by Ike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 I finally got my first Dream World Pokemon, it's Onix!Nature -Impish Ability -Weak Armor My Black 2 FC: 3225 3451 4315 Any of you guys play competitively? I've been thinking about giving it a go after I finish this game. I'm going to build a decent team this time round so ill join you on this one. I've added your friend code in my Pal Pad, here's Mine: 4771-5390-1727. Ive got White 2 so any version exclusives im happy to scratch your back Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 Might try it again. Did it a bit before but got annoyed trying to get good IV's/Natures/Abilities. Plus had no one to battle. @Goron_3 Yeah you can. Playing it on my 3DS XL. It's already taken my highest average playtime spot (2hours 45 mins). Amazon hasn't shipped my guide yet (Not that I need it :P) Ah cheers man! My DS has decided not to connect to my new internet router which spis mega frustrating..bah! As for competitive teams, Im in as always. Love that aspect of the game and apparently it's much easier this time round too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 Ah cheers man! My DS has decided not to connect to my new internet router which spis mega frustrating..bah! Oh, that depends on what the issue is, the 3DS has separate wifi setup for DS games. B/W 2 support WPA if it's the security that's causing the problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 What decent flying types can you get? Was gonna get an Archen but just found out you don't get the fossil until post game! Just got the third badge so wanna get one fairly soon... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 15, 2012 Been playing that Dream Radar a little, it's ok. Played it linked with Soul Silver as well as White 2, snagged a few 'mon from it. As for my playthrough of White 2, still leveling up 1/2 my team in prep for the 2nd gym. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 16, 2012 What decent flying types can you get? Was gonna get an Archen but just found out you don't get the fossil until post game! Just got the third badge so wanna get one fairly soon... I've encountered Duckletts on one of the bridges. But I've got Volcarona using Fly. Squad taken heavy remix. Volcarona has fucked Darumaka out of the fire slot and Baltoy has taken Sandile's place for the ground 'mon, plus it has psychic extras. Since with Volcarona being bug as well, it may mean Genesect may be kicked out... Last slot reserved for an electric/psychic/dark type. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 16, 2012 Pokémon Black Version 2 is in da house!... My house. Just about to take on the first gym. 60fps battle scenes almost blew my socks off! I take it that was also the case on the original Black/White games? Anyway, it looks lovely. Seriously slick. I also love how you can animate your signature on the back of the trainer card. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 16, 2012 (edited) Ok so I'm on the way to Victory Road and... THAT just happened. Man, they really make you wait until the story finally kicks in! (And boy does it kick in!! ) Still some questions left unanswered, but I feel satisfied after waiting so long since B&W came along to leave them! Game Freak. You done good Pokémon Black Version 2 is in da house!... My house. Just about to take on the first gym. 60fps battle scenes almost blew my socks off! I take it that was also the case on the original Black/White games? Anyway, it looks lovely. Seriously slick. Yeah it was like that in B&W. It's an enormous improvement all around and so much faster than before. The game engine and battle system has changed very little in general since the first game (mainly just the removal of poison damage outside of battles, the auto repel prompts, some new abilities given to different Pokemon and some small changes made to certain moves - it is the same generation and a direct sequel after all) The areas and gameplay features have changed a lot though, so if you do ever want to go back and play the first B&W games at some point, it'll still be a very different experience. B&W2 doesn't make B&W redundant in the same way that the typical 3rd version (Yellow/Crystal/Emerald/Platinum) does to their respective predecessors. I also love how you can animate your signature on the back of the trainer card. Yeah, there's tons of neat little touches like that. You can also play little tunes using the different badges by touching them on the badge screen as they make differently pitched sounds (I did an almost perfect rendition of the Tetris main theme using them ) Oh yeah also, you can change your trainer card details by touching the different parts, like your favourite hobby, saying etc (I WANT TO HAPPY WITH YOU is my current one ) Edit: Just caught a wild Pokemon with Pokerus!!! (You even get a medal for it ) Today is my lucky day it seems Edited October 16, 2012 by Dcubed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 19, 2012 (edited) Oh cool! I just found out that passing by someone with B&W1 with the C Gear works with B&W2! (And the live Twitter style updates work too! ) So does the friend code trading! (so B&W1 & 2 share the same online servers then?) and the Xtransciever (though you can't play the B&W2 mini games) I wonder if the Entralink works too... Edit:. Sadly no Edit 2 But B&W passersby DO appear in Join Avenue (as do people with whom you've battled or traded with online! ) Edited October 19, 2012 by Dcubed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 19, 2012 Ah yes Join Avenue, I really do like that aspect of the game. I was actually doing GTS negotiations yesterday, and that same person appeared almost immediately in my Avenue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 19, 2012 Squad undergone another remix... I can't keep the same squad for long. And I just caught Coballion as well... Will it join?! Is anyone playing this on their DS Lite? I found out (whilst trading) that the picture seems to be get a stretched on the 3DS and it doesn't look as crisp so have started using my regular DS Lite to play the game now, things look much more clearer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 19, 2012 Yeah I'm using my DSi. I sold my 3ds a while back so have nothing else to use, but I played the original B&W on the DSi too. DS games on 3DS suck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 19, 2012 That's why you should play it on the 3DS XL Always forget to put it into 1:1 mode though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 20, 2012 The DSi XL is still (and will probably always be) the best for playing DS games. So that's what I'm using. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 20, 2012 (edited) This game, like all other DS games, looks terrible on any type of 3DS. I'm not really up to speed on 3DS hardware/software and scaling of older titles, but is it not possible the horrible blur on original DS games is just due to a filter Nintendo are using to soften the display? If that's the case, a simple system update could surely fix the grody 3DS/DS image quality and save our eyes. And now for something loosely related to Pokémon: Caught a level 13 Growlithe. Boo and additionally YA. Edited October 20, 2012 by Guy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted October 20, 2012 This game, like all other DS games, looks terrible on any type of 3DS. I'm not really up to speed on 3DS hardware/software and scaling of older titles, but is it not possible the horrible blur on original DS games is just due to a filter Nintendo are using to soften the display? If that's the case, a simple system update could surely fix the grody 3DS/DS image quality and save our eyes. And now for something loosely related to Pokémon: Caught a level 13 Growlithe. Boo and additionally YA. It is, but it's because the 3DS is a larger resolution. Blur is natural when you increase something to a resolution which isn't a complete increase (100% etc) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
