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Pokémon Silver Version

Game Boy Color, Nintendo 3DS • 1999

Should you play it?

Pokemon Silver is a role-playing game played from a top-down perspective, in which the player explores the world, catches wild creatures called Pokemon, and trains them through turn-based battles. Set in the Johto region, it continues the core loop of building a team, earning Gym Badges, and completing the Pokedex by capturing, evolving, and trading creatures. This entry introduced 100 new Pokemon along with additions such as a real-time internal clock that affects certain events, Pokemon breeding, held items, and two new creature types. It supports linking with other games in the series to trade and battle.

What works

  • Addictive and deep gameplay with strategic turn-based battles
  • Large, vibrant world with day/night cycles and exploration
  • Innovative features like breeding and held items
  • Multiplayer trading and battling foster social interaction
  • Strong nostalgic appeal and extensive content

Things to keep in mind

  • Some grinding required due to uneven difficulty curve
  • Limited online multiplayer support (local wireless only)
  • Graphics and sound are dated by modern standards
  • Storyline is relatively simple and minimal
  • Lack of physical activity and passive play options

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Last update: 13/09/2026