How does Temtem add complexity to Pokemon? It gives meaning to all the filler attacks that litter Pokemon games, making even the simplest battles somewhat more interesting. Attack too frequently with big moves and your monster might just end up killing itself in the middle of a fight. In addition to all that, each creature has a stamina meter to keep track of during battle. Certain attacks gain power or special attributes when you pair the right monsters together, and there are plenty of stat-boosting moves that can target friendlies. By default, battles are 2v2, meaning that there are always more options in play. Instead of simply copying over mechanics and adding an MMO layer, Temtem tries to add a layer of complexity that Pokemon sorely lacks. In every sense of the word, this is a Pokemon game. There’s still tall grass filled with random battles, bugs transform quickly into butterflies, there are even “dojo” leaders to take down. There are still trainers waiting to force you into battles at the worst time. With the help of some TemCards (this universe’s Poke Ball equivalent), you eventually build out a team of creatures and train them to do battle against other tamers. You’re a worryingly young child venturing off from home with an elemental monster by your side.

If you’ve played Pokemon before, you know how Temtem‘s opening act plays out. ALSO: No ‘Ultra’ versions means Pokemon Sword and Shield have finally moved into the 21st century

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