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Review by
Jason Mitchell
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Beautiful graphics
- New Pokémon
- New areas to explore and a new battle system
Cons
- It's still the same story
- Only 400 Pokémons
- Simple battles to quickly level up Pokémon
3 Tricks for Pokémon Sword and Shield you didn't know
| Trick | Description |
|---|---|
1Use Dynamax Raids for Rare Pokémon | Dynamax Raids aren't just a source of EXP Candies and TRs; they're also a great way to catch rare Pokémon that are otherwise hard to find. Keep an eye out for event raids featuring specific Pokémon. |
2Use the Rotom Bike for Fishing | You can use the Rotom Bike to ride on water and fish for Pokémon you otherwise couldn't reach. Look for fishing spots in the water while riding the bike. |
3Maximize Your Breeding with Destiny Knot and Everstone | The Destiny Knot allows 5 IVs to be passed down from a parent to the egg. The Everstone ensures the parent's nature is passed down to the baby. Combining them is essential for competitive breeding. |
Direct competitor: Pokémon Let's Go
Pokémon Let's Go is another Pokémon game on the Nintendo Switch that is geared towards a younger audience or nostalgic players looking to revisit the Kanto region.
| Feature |  Pokémon Sword and Shield | Pokémon Let's Go |
|---|---|---|
| UI | Modern and intuitive, with detailed information. | Simpler and more geared towards younger players. |
| Features | Includes Dynamax, open areas, and a wider variety of Pokémon. | Simplified catching and battling, focused on Gen 1 Pokémon. |
| Performance | Runs well, but occasional frame rate dips in open areas. | Very stable and smooth. |
| Price | Standard Nintendo Switch game price. | Similar price point. |
| Support | Regular updates and events. | Less frequent updates. |