Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Hints XXIII (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 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

Riolu

After you help Riley in Iron Island Cave and defeat the two Team Galactic Grunts, he will give you an egg. The egg will hatch after 6,391 steps and contains a level 1 Riolu.

Rotom

To obtain a level 15 Rotom, complete the game by defeating the Elite Four and unlocking the National Dex. Turn off the game and insert any Game Boy Advance Pokemon game. Turn the game on, start Pokemon Pearl and return to Eterna Forest. Approach the Old Chateau. The gym leader there will talk to you, then leave. Make your way into the building after using Cut on the bushes. And go upstairs to the small room with the television. Press A at the television screen and the Pokemon will jump out at you. This is the only location and chance to catch it.

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