[Daiparimake] "Pokemon Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl" information summary. Review the changes and new elements from "Daipa" at once

On November 19, 2021, Pokemon released Nintendo Swtich software "Pocket Monsters Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl". This work is a remake of the Nintendo DS software "Pokemon Diamond and Pearl" released in 2006.

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In this article, we will cover the basic information and story of "Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl", the characters and Pokémon you can meet, and the power-ups from "Pokémon Diamond/Pearl". We will deliver the information that has been announced so far, such as elements, at once.

　Famitsu.com also has a pre-play review of this work, so please check it out as well.

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Gym Leader

Team Ginga

Legendary Pokémon

Game System

Powered Up Elements

New elements

Various benefits

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Product Overview

What is "Pocket Monster Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl"

This work is a remake of "Pocket Monster Diamond/Pearl". The story is faithfully reproduced, and the fields such as towns and roads are carefully expressed in the size of the original. Those who played the game at the time will be able to re-experience that nostalgic place with memorable scenes, and those who are adventuring in the Sinnoh region for the first time will have many encounters and surprises wherever they go. In addition, the ease of understanding and familiarity unique to the current "Pocket Monster" series has been added, and you can experience a realistic Pokemon battle in the battle scene.

Basic Strategy Guide

Story

　The setting is the Sinnoh region, which is rich in nature. The main character, who lives in Futaba Town, is heading to the lakeside to look for rare Pokémon that he saw on TV when he suddenly encounters a wild Pokémon that jumps out.

　The main character finds a Poké Ball with a Pokémon in it from a nearby bag, and manages to get out of trouble with the help of the Pokémon. As a result, Dr. Rowan discovered his talent as a Pokémon trainer, and he decided to adventure in the Sinnoh region with the aim of completing the Pokédex.

　I wonder what awaits us beyond the various encounters and difficulties.

Characters

Protagonist

Adventuring in the Sinnoh region while meeting various people and Pokémon. You can choose the appearance and atmosphere of the hero at the beginning of the adventure.

Rival

The hero's childhood friend. They depart at the same time as the main character, and while working hard together, hone their skills as Pokémon trainers.

Dr. Rowan

　He has researched the "evolution" of Pokemon and is a prominent doctor as an authority in that field. He entrusts the Pokemon to the protagonist and asks him to complete the Pokédex.

Kouki Hikari

Assistant to Dr. Nanakamado. Even after the main character sets off on his journey to complete the Pokédex, he is a reliable presence that helps him on his adventures in various parts of the Sinnoh region.

*Depending on the hero's appearance you chose when starting the game, either Hikari or Kouki will appear as Dr. Nanakamado's assistant.

Shirona

　A mysterious person whom the protagonist encounters wherever he goes. She seems to be researching Pokémon mythology.

Gen

A trainer with a gentle demeanor and a mysterious atmosphere. Together with his companion Lucario, he temporarily acts as a powerful ally of the protagonist to stop the evil schemes of Team Ginga.

Momi

　A trainer with a gentle personality who claims to be bad at battles. She will temporarily act with the main character and cooperate with them in battle. She has a strong bond with Lucky, who was raised with love.

Gym Leader

　While traveling through the Sinnoh region with the aim of completing the Pokédex, the main character will challenge the town's best Pokémon trainer, "Gym Leader", in a Pokémon battle. If you win the "Gym Leader", you will receive a Gym Badge as a proof of that, and if you get all 8 Gym Badges, you will be able to challenge the "Pokemon League" where the best Pokémon trainers in the Sinnoh region, the "Four Heavenly Kings" and the "Champions" await. can be done.

Let's win the "Pokemon League" and get the title of the best Pokemon Trainer "Champion"!

Hyouta

　Gym leader of Kurogane City Gym. User of Rock-type Pokémon. His partner Pokemon is Zugaidos.

Natane

The gym leader of Hakutai City Gym. He loves nature and plants, and is a user of Grass-type Pokémon, including Roserade. While having first-class ability as a trainer, there is also a side that is not good at ghosts.

Group Ginga

　"Group Ginga" is active in various parts of the Sinnoh region. Dressed in uniformed team uniforms, they get in the way of the protagonist wherever they go. His arrogant behavior stands out, such as harassing him and forcing the Pokémon he catches to do evil things, but it seems that there is a big purpose behind it.

Uncover the plans of Team Ginga and thwart their ambitions.

Akagi

　Boss who reigns at the top of Team Ginga. He always speaks calmly and logically, and is a charismatic presence among the Ginga members. He despises people's hearts and emotions as imperfect.

Mars

　Pledged allegiance to Akagi. He also has an emotional side due to his affection for his Pokémon. His partner Pokemon is Bunyat.

Jupiter

A person with a mysterious atmosphere. He's certainly good at Pokemon battles, but he will do anything to achieve his goals, such as stealing other people's Pokemon. His partner Pokemon is Sukatank.

Saturn

　He has a calm and composed personality, and is one of the few people who has doubts about Akagi's ideas. He also possesses the cool-headedness to faithfully carry out Akagi's orders. His partner Pokemon is Dokurog.

Legendary Pokémon

Dialga and Palkia

The legendary Pokémon Dialga and Palkia appear in the myths of the Sinnoh region. Dialga controls time and Palkia controls space, and they are called gods by the people of the Sinnoh region. How will these two be involved in the story?

Yuxie Emrit Agnom

Three legendary Pokémon that appear in the myths of the Sinnoh region. The Sinnoh people call Yuxie the god of knowledge, Emrit the god of emotions, and Agnom the god of will. How will these three Pokemon be involved in the protagonist's adventures?

Game system

Changes depending on the time of day and day of the week

In the Sinnoh region, the city and You can enjoy the atmosphere of the road. Also, even in the same place, different wild Pokémon appear in the morning and at night, and some Pokémon evolve at certain times of the day.

　In addition, various changes will appear depending on the day of the week, such as places where you can get different items for each day of the week, shops where products are replaced, and wild Pokémon that only appear on specific days of the week. If you visit the towns and roads that you have passed through during your adventures, you may find new pleasures waiting for you.

Poketch

　The "Poketch" you get during your adventure is a convenient item loaded with various apps. As you progress through the adventure, apps will be added one after another, and you will be able to use many apps. It is a versatile item that has a "dowsing machine" that allows you to find hidden items, a "notebook" that allows you to write down small things, and an application that responds to various situations.

Powered-up elements

　There are many elements that have been powered up from "Pokemon Diamond/Pearl" and newly introduced elements. The particularly popular "Chikatsuro" has changed its name to "Underground Cavern", and "Super Contest" has changed its name to "Super Contest Show!".

Underground Cavern

Super Contest Show!

Ball Deco

Union Room

Pockets

Fureai Hiroba

Poffin Making

For more information on the above elements, please refer to the article below.

New element

Hamanasu Park

　Hamanasu Park, which is newly introduced in this work, is a facility that can be visited after being inducted into the Hall of Fame. Here, you can meet legendary Pokémon such as Mewtwo and Rayquaza that you couldn't meet in "Pokémon Diamond and Pearl".

　There seems to be some legendary Pokemon that can only be encountered in one software. Please refer to the following article for details.

Main character's coordination

　The main character's outfit can be purchased and changed at the fashion style "Yubiwofuru" in Tobari City. A jacket and pants are coordinated as a set, and various costumes are available, such as those with Pokemon motifs and those with different hairstyles for the main characters. Choose your favorite coordination, dress up in style, and enjoy your adventure in the Sinnoh region!

Various Benefits

"Pokemon Sword/Shield" and "Pokemon Let's Go! Pikachu/Let's Go! Eevee" Linked Benefits

　If you are a Nintendo Switch user who has save data for the target software, and you start "Pocket Monster Brilliant Diamond" or "Pocket Monster Shining Pearl", you will be able to receive a phantom Pokemon in the game.

Early Purchase Bonus

　In addition, if you leave Manaphy and Metamon together at the custody house in Zui Town in the Sinnoh region, you may find an egg. If you keep the egg in your hand and proceed on the adventure, the egg will hatch and you can recruit Phione.

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Product overview

Title name: "Pocket Monster Brilliant Diamond", "Pocket Monster Shining Pearl" Compatible hardware: Nintendo Switch Manufacturer name: Released / Pokemon Sales Co., Ltd. / Nintendo Co., Ltd. production / Iruka Co., Ltd. Release date: Friday, November 19, 2021 Price: 6578 yen each Genre: RPGCERO: A

*If you play with more than one person, you may need to install update data that will be distributed after the release date. * An Internet connection is required to install the update data.