Peyton Conner, Indiana University

Every new game in the franchise comes with new creatures. But what do you do when you run out of Pokémon to make?

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

While the anticipated game possesses clear similarities to other games within the Nintendo franchise, it will be introducing many new aspects to enrich the player’s experience.

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

As the hit franchise nears its quarter-of-a-century milestone, there are many steps Game Freak can take to bring this beloved series to the next level.

Nathan Coles, Oakland University

The newly-revealed updates to the franchise will shake up the Pokémon community, even if it isn’t exactly what they want.

Nathan Coles, Oakland University

The latest entry in the franchise went all-in on creative and unique designs.

Tommy Nguyen, Clovis Community College

The newest addition to the storied franchise includes some long-awaited features, but outdated graphics and reduced content as well.

Nathan Coles, Oakland University

Many are questioning whether new games could live up to expectations as the company struggles to keep them engaged.