Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Hints XXII (DS)

Pokemon Diamond and Pokemon Pearl, or Pocket Monsters Diamond/Pearl, as it is known in Japan, is a role-playing game franchise developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo exclusively for its hugely-popular Nintendo DS handheld gaming console. Of the Pokemon RPG series, Pokemon Platinum has also been recently released. Based on the world famous Pokemon anime series, it was first launched in its native Japan on September 28, 2006, and reached North American and European shores on April 22, and July 27, 2007, respectively.

Both Pokemon Diamond and Pokemon Pearl are set in the fictional world of Sinnoh, which is the habitat of 493 different species of Pokemons, a special type of animals that possess different kinds of powers that can be used in the fight against their enemies. As all Pokemon stories, this title documents the journey of a young trainer who needs to raise and battle Pokemons, all of this while investigating a criminal organization that wants to hurt the creatures.

Features such as Internet play, via the Nintendo Wi-Fi connection, or changes to the gameplay and battle mechanics are also present in the title, which aims at giving a fresh new experience to Pokemon fans all across the world. Older concepts such as Pokemon contests are also introduced, in order to bring back the old fans of the anime series and older video games.

The game has received positive reviews, with critics praising the Wi-Fi features, which enable players to engage in some interesting battles, and the gameplay that, although being based on almost the same principles as older titles, has managed to offer an entertaining experience. Sales have been very good, with the game shipping around 15 million units worldwide, thanks to the big number of Pokemon fans out there.

HINTS

POKEMONS

Pineco
Have the Game Boy Advance Pokemon Emerald game in the cartridge slot and search for Pineco at Route 203.

Quill Fish
You can find Quill Fish while fishing at Iron Island. To obtain it, you must have the National Dex and Pokemon Sapphire in the cartridge slot.

Regigigas
Regigigas' ability is Slowstart, which cuts it stats for five turns. However, there is a way around it. Get a Bellsprout (recommended), Weepingbell, or Victreebell. At some point while leveling, it learns a move called "Gastro Acid," which nullifies the effects of a Pokemon's ability. Once you use it, Regigigas will be all powered up and ready for battle.

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