With the success ofPokemon Mystery Dungeon DXwith old and new players, the odds of other classicPokemonspin off titles getting remade seems to be higher. Throughout the years, there have been many different spin off titles, but some of the ones that have been untouched for years are still very fondly remembered by fans.
Not even consideringPokemon Mystery Dungeon DX, the spinoff game,Pokemon GOalso remains extremely popular among long-termPokemonfans and other players alike. ThePokemonseries as a whole is popular enough that many players will at least try out any game with the name somewhere in the title. However, many of these spin off games are in fact, very good games that could benefit from a modern retouch.
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Pokemon Ranger
Pokemon Rangeris a series ofPokemonspin off titles with three games in total. The first was released back in 2006for the original Nintendo DSand the final game was also released for the Nintendo DS in 2010.
This series had players not play as Pokemon trainers, but rather members of an organization that temporarily utilizes wild Pokemon to help with natural disasters and other problems affecting the world. They usually only actually own one Pokemon that serves as their partner.
Gameplay in these games had players rapidly drawing circles aroundPokemon on the touch screento subdue them and calm them down so they could be used for assistance. Captured Pokemon could be used for their abilities in the overworld to help deal with puzzles or be used to aid in the capture of other Pokemon.
While the Switch does have a touch screen, limiting the game to being undocked only for a possible remake wouldn’t be wise. It could be possible to rework the title tobecome a motion control based gamewith the Switch’s advanced rumble and motion sensing. Either way, a brand new title in the series or a remake would probably be well received by fans.
Pokemon Colosseum and Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness
What fans probably want to be remade the most now thatthe originalPokemon Mystery Dungeongameshave been remade arePokemon Colosseumand its sequel,Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness.
These games take place in the Orre region, which is a gritty and crime-filled region mostly made of deserts. The Orre region is modeled after the state of Arizona with most of the inspiration coming from Phoenix, Arizona. Due to wild Pokemon being extremely rare in the region, most trainers have their Pokemon imported from outside regions or buy them illegally from various criminals.
Due to the darker atmosphere and it beingthe origin of the shadow Pokemonthat can also be seen inPokemon GO, many fans have latched onto these games. The ability to play as an adult protagonist with a criminal background also creates a unique experience, unlike any otherPokemongame.
Additionally, due to the lack of wild Pokemon, the majority of players' Pokemon in this title come fromdirectly stealing shadow Pokemonfrom other trainers so that they can be purified. This limits the number of possible party members that can help players on their adventure, but also allows for different strategies and players to use Pokemon on their teams that they wouldn’t normally use.
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Not too much would have to be changed outside of a graphical update for a Switch remake, but plenty of quality of life changes could also go a long way. Thanks toPokemon Sword and Shield, there is no need for the game’s other mode that allows mainline game players to hook up their systems to the console so that they can have a battle in 3D. However, it could be possible to be able to link ittoPokemon Sword and Shieldsave datafor other reasons.
Pokemon Stadium(’s Mini-Games)
Like mentioned before, there really isn’t a point in having part of a game devoted to being able toexperience having a Pokemon battlewith players' trusted parties anymore due to the advancements in technology. However, like withPokemon Colosseum, there is a part of thePokemon Stadiumgames that many fans still boot up their Nintendo 64s to play again with their friends. These are the mini-games available in these titles.
BetweenPokemon Stadium 1andPokemon Stadium 2, there are 22 mini-games. These can all be played with up to four players and computer players that can fill up missing spots, except for a one player quiz game.
While some players may not want to buy these on their own, if these mini-games were to fillthe empty GBA link spotin a remake ofPokemon Colosseum, they would be a very welcome addition for players. This would also benefit the Switch’s ability to be taken and played with anywhere, as players can quickly play mini-games when seeing friends without the need to switch to another game.
These mini-games could also come in a cheap e-shop exclusive pack, appealing to the nostalgia of players who’ve experienced the originalPokemon Stadiumgames as well as other newerPokemonfans.
Pokemon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time, Darkness, and Sky
Finally, the success ofPokemon Mystery Dungeon DXmeans thatthe way for a remakeof the Explorers trio ofPokemon Mystery Dungeontitles needs to come to fruition. The Explorers series, withExplorers of Sky,are highly regarded as the bestPokemon Mystery Dungeongames in the series with the best story, dungeon design, and characters.
UnlikePokemon Mystery Dungeon Red Rescue TeamandPokemon Mystery Dungeon Blue Rescue Team, the Explorers trio game out after the release of the fourth generation of Pokemon, adding many new faces to the series and addingeven more options for Pokemonthat the human player can become in the beginning of the title.
The quality of life updates and features from otherMystery Dungeontitles added inPokemon Mystery Dungeon: DXcould greatly benefit a remake to the Explorers trio and introduce more fans to one of the spin-off series' fan-favorite stories.
