Official Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver thread of 10 year nostalgia rush

[SL4IN]

No point in doing a Crystal remake since they incorporated most of those enhancements from the original game/storyline into HG/SS.

[icedrake523]

The more I think about this, the more I simply can't wait to get my hands on either of these. Looking at the pre E4 pokedex, it seems like it's the best yet as far as good/cool pokemon you can get. That's one of the things I haven't enjoyed with the newer pokemon, that being most of the cool pokemon aren't available until after the elite 4 is beaten.

The worst selection of pre-E4 pokemon was definitely in DP. The only fire type were Chimchar and Ponyta and Ponyta sucks.

[Ryukahn]

The worst selection of pre-E4 pokemon was definitely in DP. The only fire type were Chimchar and Ponyta and Ponyta sucks.

Haha indeed, though Platinum seems to have recognized how crappy it was and made an effort to not suck as much.

[mcelfour]

The worst selection of pre-E4 pokemon was definitely in DP. The only fire type were Chimchar and Ponyta and Ponyta sucks.

I actually enjoyed gettign a Ponyta at a fairly early point, as I'd never really used one before. They aren't great, true, but it was nice to not have the same old, same old.

[utopianmachine]

Ponyta? I'd love a Growlithe.

[Mr. Beef]

The world needs more Growlithes.

[adriley313]

Im more of a Vulpix fan. I love me some Ninetales.

[Mr. Beef]

Brock had a Vulpix. Kinda cool.

Team Rocket had a Growlithe. Badass.

[adriley313]

my fav fire pokemon are Flareon and Houndoom

[icedrake523]

I've always wanted to use Houndoom but you encountered him late in GSC. I hope Houndour and Murkrow appear in Johto. In GSC they only appeared in Kanto.

[Mr. Beef]

I forget about Murkrow, but I def was able to get a Houndour semi-early on in GSC.

[SL4IN]

Updated OP with information about the two upcoming Wi-Fi events.

[Ryukahn]

Updated OP with information about the two upcoming Wi-Fi events.

This post reminded me to get Oak's Letter, which I had completely forgotten about, so thanks!

[mcelfour]

Hey, people who've imported. Do HG/SS have the insertion pokemon like D/P/P where if you have a GBA game in the DS slot you get different pokemon?

I hope so.

[Ryukahn]

Hey, people who've imported. Do HG/SS have the insertion pokemon like D/P/P where if you have a GBA game in the DS slot you get different pokemon?

I hope so.

I think it's just Pal Park.

[icedrake523]

This game wouldn't need it since most, if not all, of those Pokemon will be available in this.

[SL4IN]

Hey, people who've imported. Do HG/SS have the insertion pokemon like D/P/P where if you have a GBA game in the DS slot you get different pokemon?

I hope so.

To my knowledge, no. The only thing the GBA games do is allow you to import guys into Pal Park like the previous games.

[Ryukahn]

So did you guys see that the Power items will be used to pass on IVs to egg pokemon? Like if you attach a Power Bracer to a 31 Attack IV Charizard Male and a Power Lens to a 31 Special Attack IV Charizard female and then mate them, the baby charmander would have 31 IVs in both Attack and Special Attack, along with any egg moves it could learn.

[Mr. Beef]

So did you guys see that the Power items will be used to pass on IVs to egg pokemon? Like if you attach a Power Bracer to a 31 Attack IV Charizard Male and a Power Lens to a 31 Special Attack IV Charizard female and then mate them, the baby charmander would have 31 IVs in both Attack and Special Attack, along with any egg moves it could learn.
You serious!? Man, that'd be a nice time-saver.

[mcelfour]

Quick question: is the pokewalker DSi only?

Thanks.

[Nohbdy]

No, it's infra-red only.

[adriley313]

i hope they have the pokewalker
i hope this new power item thing makes IV training easier

[Ryukahn]

i hope they have the pokewalker
i hope this new power item thing makes IV training easier

Do you mean EVs or IVs? IVs are what the pokemon are born with and are from 0-31, and dont' change at all. EVs are what you gain when battling pokemon. The new way the power items work just make it so you can transfer the IVs into a baby pokemon so you don't have to spend all that time breeding a crapload and then using whatever means you like to find out what the IVs are.

That is in addition to how they already work in aiding you in EV training.

[Mr. Anderson]

So are the remakes purported to have online play? If so, I'm sold.

[Mr. Beef]

So are the remakes purported to have online play? If so, I'm sold.
Yes.

[Nohbdy]

But there's still no online random battles.

[Mr. Beef]

But there's still no online random battles.
:roll:

[Nohbdy]

:v

[Chris Dillon]

wow, i think im gonna have to buy a dsi, probably a special edition one with this game hopefully.

[adriley313]

Hell ya, im moving to Flordia where they have WiFi at home so ill be back in the Pokemon game especially when the new games hit

[Masterkyo]

I got Pearl for while now. Just picked up Diamond for $10 at BBV :) I looking forward Gold & Silver ;)

[adriley313]

The Release date for Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver is MARCH 14th 2010.

Check out my latest blog for the info.

Cant wait to get SoulSilver.

[Bathory]

Well after all these years, I think I'm finally gonna invest in a DS to play these remakes.8-)

[xtreme_Zr2]

The Release date for Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver is MARCH 14th 2010.

Check out my latest blog for the info.

Cant wait to get SoulSilver.

Thanks for that. I played red/blue and skipped all the way to D/P/P, so I can't wait for these remakes. Wonder what kind of cool pre-order bonuses we'll have?

[adriley313]

I missed out on the pre-order last time cause the GameStop a-hole didnt want to check in the back.

This time im raising hell until I get it.
I just hope it comes with the PokeWalker like the JPN version does.

[Cao Cao]

Box-art was posted at GoNintendo, and they show that the PokeWalker is included with the game:
http://gonintendo.com/viewstory.php?id=107652
http://gonintendo.com/wp-content/photos/61uCnKGze6L._SL500_AA280_.jpg
http://gonintendo.com/wp-content/photos/61FIZn_ywqL._SL500_AA280_.jpg

[KingBroly]

You forgot one other thing:

March 14th, 2010

[Mr. Beef]

Yes, Pokewalker included!

[mcelfour]

the pokewalker also explains the $40 MRSP listed on amazon (rather than the usual $35).

[adriley313]

Hey if anyone knows how to edit pics then post the box art in the CAG Collection series.

I tried but CheapyD said to delete the white border.

i cant wait as this will be a day one buy for me.

[utopianmachine]

the pokewalker also explains the $40 MRSP listed on amazon (rather than the usual $35).

The game appears to be selling at $35 at a number of places. Wish I could get it for $29.99, but it's a game that's worth it even at $40. I'm really really glad they kept the Pokewalker in it.

[icedrake523]

Definitely worth $40. I've played Diamond over 200 hours.

[adriley313]

Yes im all over the it for hwtaever price.
Ive got Plat, Diamond and pearl which i love all to death.

Just hope it has cool bonuses to come with it.

[Halo05]

If I like Mudkips, will I like this?

[icedrake523]

Mudkip won't be in the game. But you can find someone online who will trade you one.

[SL4IN]

Mudkip won't be in the game. But you can find someone online who will trade you one.

Mudkip is in the game.

After you've beaten the revised Elite 4 and Trainer Red, you go and talk to Steven Stone (a character from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald), he'll note your accomplishments and let you have your choice of a Mudkip, Torchic or Treecko.

[meerkatgamer]

I've been excited for gold and silver remakes, but now that the US game comes with a poke'walker I'm even more excited to get it the day it comes out I'd be fine if it didn't come with a pre-order item though a bonus item would be nice! :drool:

[Mr. Beef]

Pokewalker will finally ease the pain of raising my mandatory Zubat.

[icedrake523]

Mudkip is in the game.

After you've beaten the revised Elite 4 and Trainer Red, you go and talk to Steven Stone (a character from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald), he'll note your accomplishments and let you have your choice of a Mudkip, Torchic or Treecko.

Ah, so it'll be like Emerald with the GSC starters. That's pretty cool. Of course I have every pokemon in Diamond and will have 2 DS's so I'll be good.

[CaptainJoel]

Pokewalker will finally ease the pain of raising my mandatory Zubat.
A-fuckin'-greed. I just got back into my Platinum game after finishing all my crazy schoolwork for the semester and forgot I was in the middle of leveling a Zubat. I think Zubat is the one Pokemon that I really hate being patient for.

[Mr. Beef]

A-fuckin'-greed. I just got back into my Platinum game after finishing all my crazy schoolwork for the semester and forgot I was in the middle of leveling a Zubat. I think Zubat is the one Pokemon that I really hate being patient for.
Seriously. Zubat/Golbat is always amazing for Story Mode, but until Zubat learns Wing Attack, it's simply agonizing.

[mcelfour]

I have another question for those of you who've imported.

Are you able to trade between HG/SS and D/P/P right away, or is there a FR/LG like restriction initially?

Thanks!

[icedrake523]

Kotaku confirms the Ho-Oh and Lugia figurines will be pre-order bonuses at select stores starting Feb 1.

http://kotaku.com/5451757/catch-ho+oh-or-lugia-when-you-preorder-pokemon

[KillerRamen]

Gamestop Promo: Free Pikachu Colored Pichu [January 30-Febrary 14th].

http://www.gamestop.com/gs/content/Pokemon_Pichu.pdf

Bring in your DS/DS Lite/DSi/DSiLL and Pokemon Diamond/Pearl/Platinum and receive a pokemon.

...I'm planning on getting Soul Silver, but it kind of sucks that I'm missing out on the deal. Might be fun for anyone else.

[SiK99]

at select stores starting Feb 1.



Gamestop has them listed already. (http://www.gamestop.com/gs/landing/pokehgss/default.aspx)

Gold (http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=75774)
Silver (http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=75770)

[icedrake523]

Other stores may advertise starting Feb 1.

I'll probably get it at GS since I have about $36 left on a GC.

[JokerCard]

It sucks that Gamestop has it $5 more than Amazon and TRU.....

[SiK99]

It sucks that Gamestop has it $5 more than Amazon and TRU.....

I think it used to be $35 at Gamestop(before they added the pokewalker & preorder bonus). I'm wondering if the others are going to bump their prices too.

[TheMaidenOfSorrow]

These games are terribly addicting. So long school work!

[icedrake523]

It sucks that Gamestop has it $5 more than Amazon and TRU.....

That does suck. But I did put 200 hours into Diamond so whatever I spend on Soul Silver will be worth it.

[detectiveconan16]

I hope my local mom and pop will do this too, they did it for Platinum... Or I might have to go to a Best Buy. :bomb:

[crunchewy]

Are the pre-order figures available anywhere other then Gamestop? Would like to avoid the GS tax if possible.

[guinaevere]

Just an FYI, one of the Regional VPs of gamestop down here said on Mondays conference call with the store managers that they may have to limit pre-orders. I'm not sure if they heard from Nintendo that there are only X numbers available at launch because of the pokewalker or what.

How true this is, I don't know. He may have said this to encourage his region to really push pokemon pre-orders and use "it's going to sell out" as a marketing ploy. Or he may have been telling the truth. I couldn't say either way. But if you're interested in pre-ordering from gamestop Gold, Silver or both and want them on release date, you may want to get your pre-order in soon... because they may max out their allotted copies.

[adriley313]

Ill be getting day one hopefully.
Anyone got a picture of the new pichu instead of something to download

i cant wait

[A Happy Panda]

Just an FYI, one of the Regional VPs of gamestop down here said on Mondays conference call with the store managers that they may have to limit pre-orders. I'm not sure if they heard from Nintendo that there are only X numbers available at launch because of the pokewalker or what.

How true this is, I don't know. He may have said this to encourage his region to really push pokemon pre-orders and use "it's going to sell out" as a marketing ploy. Or he may have been telling the truth. I couldn't say either way. But if you're interested in pre-ordering from gamestop Gold, Silver or both and want them on release date, you may want to get your pre-order in soon... because they may max out their allotted copies.

So I get to skip Gamestop completely and simply walk into any other store that sells video games on launch day because they've sold out on pre-orders? Darn :)

[crunchewy]

He may have said this to encourage his region to really push pokemon pre-orders and use "it's going to sell out" as a marketing ploy.

Isn't that standard operating procedure at GS? They'd try to convince you that "Minigames R Fun" was going to sell out and never be available again after the voluminous pre-orders were filled.

[crunchewy]

I just noticed - amazon has raised their price $5 to match Gamestop! Except they make no mention of the pre-order figurines. Hmm. Gamestop is no longer alone in price-gouging on this one.

EDIT: and further searching, I see walmart and target are also charging $40. Yesterday it was $34.99 at amazon. Dang.

[icedrake523]

Damn. I've been waiting for Soul Silver to be in my Gold box. Only Heart Gold was appearing though.

Eh, whatever. I have the gift card for GS and it's more than worth it for the hours I'm going to put into it.

[Mr. Beef]

$40? My wallet is screaming.

[crunchewy]

We should have ordered yesterday. Oh well. Maybe, given that everybody seems to have the same price now, it's the actual retail price, then presumably due to the pokewalker gizmo.

EDIT: which, incidentally, I think is pretty clever and a cute idea. It will get my then 9 year old walking more then otherwise, and that's worth 5 extra bucks! Of course, only if I don't let him cheat! :)

[soonersfan60]

Let's hope there's a TRU gift card offer...

[Lawyers Guns N Money]

$40? Yikes. My kiddos will have to have it day one, but I'll probably wait for a deal.

[TheMaidenOfSorrow]

Just an FYI, one of the Regional VPs of gamestop down here said on Mondays conference call with the store managers that they may have to limit pre-orders. I'm not sure if they heard from Nintendo that there are only X numbers available at launch because of the pokewalker or what.

How true this is, I don't know. He may have said this to encourage his region to really push pokemon pre-orders and use "it's going to sell out" as a marketing ploy. Or he may have been telling the truth. I couldn't say either way. But if you're interested in pre-ordering from gamestop Gold, Silver or both and want them on release date, you may want to get your pre-order in soon... because they may max out their allotted copies.
Thanks for the heads up!

[CaptainJoel]

Gamestop has them listed already. (http://www.gamestop.com/gs/landing/pokehgss/default.aspx)

Gold (http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=75774)
Silver (http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=75770)
Where's the list? I didn't see a list on the page, but I'm sure I'm overlooking it. I really want a Pikachu colored Pichu.... Bad.

[SiK99]

Where's the list? I didn't see a list on the page, but I'm sure I'm overlooking it. I really want a Pikachu colored Pichu.... Bad.

What list are you referring to? I was talking about having the preorder bonus listed already, even though it isn't Feb. 1st.

[JokerCard]

Darn it! I knew i should have pre-ordered them yesterday!

[SaraAB]

I already preordered mine from GS, mainly because I get E-rewards gift cards and this is what I am spending it on this time around. Also because I tend to forget to pre-order so doing it when I remember to do it is the best idea for me. I ordered Platinum from Amazon last time and it took like a week to come plus I didn't get the figure. I don't care about the figure as its just going to collect dust here but originally they stated Amazon would have the figures and they never did.

I wonder if these remakes will sell more than Platinum, it seems people want the remade games more than the new ones.

Walmart is the best place to buy these games if you have no bias or giftcards and your spending your own cash to get them, they usually have the best gift pack and the same retail price as any store. However they don't take preorders so it may be hard to get a copy if they are going fast.

[icedrake523]

This is weird.

Amazon is advertising a Standard version. Below on the "Frequently Bought Together" they advertise a Software Only Version for Soul Silver and Heart Gold. Also, when I kept clicking Heart Gold, it brought me to Soul Silver's page.

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/7119/pkmnss.th.png (http://img402.imageshack.us/i/pkmnss.png/)

[CaptainJoel]

What list are you referring to? I was talking about having the preorder bonus listed already, even though it isn't Feb. 1st.
Sorry, I'm hopped up on cold meds and misunderstood your post being a link to the stores that would be participating in the Pichu thing.

[SiK99]

Sorry, I'm hopped up on cold meds and misunderstood your post being a link to the stores that would be participating in the Pichu thing.

No problem. I think the Pichu event is exclusive to Gamestop. Who knows, maybe that will change?

[adriley313]

So I have to go to Gamestop and they give you the pichu.
Is it thur Wifi or do they trade it to you. How does it work. Is it like the Toy r us downloads.

Im happy I pre-ordered Heart Gold on Amazon they day it came out for pre order on October 31. So ill be getting it since i payed a lil extra.

Then for the pre-order stuff ill pick it up at GS. I really wanted the case but stupid GS didnt wanna go in the back and get it.

I really want the pokewalker.

[SL4IN]

I pre-ordered both copies at two different places, so I should be getting both either on or before launch day.

Lately, I've been playing my copy of Soul Silver quite a lot as it's become my main version of Pokemon now. I do all my competitive breeding on there since the new mechanics help out a lot, and the new moves for Pokemon are nice. I've also caught all but 1 available legendary (Groudon) which I'll be catching this week. Other than that, I've been running through the Battle Towers which seem to be the exact same as Platinum (I haven't encountered any differences).

I've also very excited to obtain an english Pokewalker as I've been using my Japanese one since release, though I'll only most likely use 1 of my 2 english Pokewalkers.

[icedrake523]

So I have to go to Gamestop and they give you the pichu.
Is it thur Wifi or do they trade it to you. How does it work. Is it like the Toy r us downloads.

I think you get it through the Mystery Gift option when you start up your game. Just like at TRU.

[detectiveconan16]

It's really $40? That makes me kind of sad...
Aw well, I'll still preorder, only if the figures literally appear in store.

[DQT]

This is probably my most anticipated game this year, but 40 just seems too much. I hope there are some deals the week of release.

[JokerCard]

Amazon seems to be offering the figures now, its not shown on the page but it now says with Figure.

[TheMaidenOfSorrow]

the $40 picetag is probably because of the pokewalker. :x

[icedrake523]

Since you can't get release day delivery given it's a Sunday release, I'm going to get it in store myself. I'd rather pay the tax to get it the day of and be sure I get the figurine in good shape.

[SL4IN]

the $40 picetag is probably because of the pokewalker. :x

Which is odd considering the game released at the normal price in Japan.

[icedrake523]

I don't think it's because of the pokewalker. Stores figure tons of people will buy it no matter how much it costs.

[JokerCard]

Placed my order with gamestop. After their $7 off code, it came out to about $36 after tax.

I still get the figurine also so that's a plus. Only bad thing is the wait to get it since like icedrake said, deliveries aren't made on sundays.....

Newegg.com still has it for $34.99 pre-order with no tax for most people. I would have gone that route had it been for gamestops timing with the discount.

[david12795]

So I preordered at GS today. Thought i would get my figurine but guy said I have to wait till the game come out first :(

[DQT]

Which is odd considering the game released at the normal price in Japan.

Isn't normal price in Japan way higher than here though?

To the guy above, I would've canceled my preorder. No figure, no preorder. What are they going to tell you? "I don't know if we'll have enough copies of this blockbuster Nintendo game if you cancel...."

[crunchewy]

Placed my order with gamestop. After their $7 off code, it came out to about $36 after tax.

$7 off code? What's that?

[JokerCard]

http://www.gamestop.com/thedeal

think its for today only

Code DEALTASTIC

[icedrake523]

I changed my mind and bit on the $7 off. Had $33 on my gift card so I'm paying $1.70. I think I'll still pre-order in the store so I can get it release day and will be sure to get a figure.

[adriley313]

Icedrake, thx. I always feel weird about them b/c im 23 and lov pokemon and ppl find it creepy unless your a gamer.

Pre-ordered HG on Amazon and have a $5 off coupon need more.

Ill buy SS on Day one from somewhere, might pre-order soon, dont care about figurine just want it on day one.

cant wait

[bluedotlounge]

From my hands-on session at Nintendo's California office:

http://www.examiner.com/x-13269-Gaming-Lifestyle-Examiner~y2010m1d26-Hands-on-with-Pokemon-HeartGold--SoulSilver-and-the-Pokewalker

Here's the text, though if you want to support my habit, please click the link above

Examiner took up Nintendo on an invite to their Redwood City, California office to check out the soon-to-be-released Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver. As enhanced remakes of the highly successful Gold and Silver titles from 10 years ago, these updates not only introduces a vast roster of characters that will be new to younger fans, but also takes advantage of the DS touch screen to make menu navigation less cumbersome and time consuming.

HeartGold and SoulSilver takes the fans back to the Johto region, specifically Ecruteak City. Inspired by the real life scenic surroundings of Kyoto, Japan, Ecruteak features tons of colorful foliage and many ancient temples, not to mention beaches and mountain regions.

Aside from the expected graphical enhancements, these titles feature the long-overdue ability to have any Pokemon party member follow the user during the exploration portion of the game. The player simply puts the desired Pokemon in the #1 slot in the party, and it will tag along next to the main character. The gamer can also turn around to talk to the Pokemon and they will even pick up items as the hero moves.



The improved menus offer detailed Pokedex info on the player's current roster of Pokemon including height, weight, type as well as its battle cry. The UI also allows for convenient dragging and dropping when it comes to collecting and trading.

In terms of actually catching Pokemon, there's an added challenge in that the games work off the DS clock and certain Pokemon will only appear at certain times of the day. Time-based triggers also extend to some non-player character interactions as well as store hours of some merchants.



So as not to alienate many DS users, HeartGold and SoulSilver do not take advantage of the unique capabilities of the DSi (though these games are obviously playable on that handheld). Yet one new and exciting feature that Nintendo is bringing to the series is the much publicized Pokewalker.

Not to be confused as a Tamagotchi-like add-on, the Pokewalker is an impressively deep gadget where Pokemon gain levels when the player is out walking. This can be used once the gamer catches their first Pokemon in the DS game (about 30 minutes into the story), after which the user transfers the Pokemon into the Pokewalker. While in the device, the Pokemon can pick through batches of grass for items as well as find wild Pokemon to battle against and hopefully catch. Players can have up to three wild Pokemon at any given time, but they're not stuck with them. If a user finds a new Pokemon they'd like to keep instead, they can switch out any of the present ones. There aren't any Pokemon exclusive to the Pokewalker, but they tend of have different stats than the ones in the DS game. Fellow fans can also connect their Pokewalkers, where their Pokemon can meet and exchange gifts, which are usually potions and berries.



Sending Pokemon back to the DS is remarkably easy, which merely involves pointing the Pokewalker at the DS and pressing a button. Another benefit to walking is the ability to build up watts, which are used in the mini games. When connecting to a DS, watts unlock new routes. Routes are used to determine what kind of Pokemon players run into. For those who like to keep track of records, all Pokewalker progress and stats are kept in a diary within the DS game.

Nintendo Assistant Manager of Product Marketing Seth McMahill acted as our guide during this visit. As a 10+ year specialist on Pokemon, Seth had much to say about HeartGold and SoulSilver. Stay tuned as we will be posting an interview with Seth later today.

Pokemon HeartGold and Pokemon SoulSilver will be released on March 14, 2010 for the Nintendo DS and DSi. Each game will come with a Pokewalker.

[icedrake523]

Does anyone know if you can trade a Hoenn pokemon to SoulSilver as soon as you can start trading? I'd like to use Blaziken as my fire pokemon for my team throughout the game.

[Nathan_Sama]

Are the battles faster?
I had to turn off the battle animations because the battles in platinum just seemed to drag on forever...

[Filler2001]

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=250491

I just started up a Platinum tournament in preparation for the new games. Enter bizitches!

[KingBroly]

I think when they added wi-fi they intentionally slowed battles down so you couldn't tell how much of a lag delay there was over wi-fi. That's my theory anyway.

Whatever, I pre-ordered SoulSilver (I hope that's the right call) and I plan on getting 3 Pichu's.

[icedrake523]

There's no right or wrong. It's which version has pokemon you want. Other than version exclusives, the only difference is do you want Lugia or Ho-Oh at level 40? The other you get at level 70.

[david12795]

Oh shoot do we need a national dex for the pichu?

[adriley313]

I have 3 pokemon games that means 3 Pichus
Sweetness, now i just gotta get to Gamestop

[Nathan_Sama]

There's no right or wrong. It's which version has pokemon you want. Other than version exclusives, the only difference is do you want Lugia or Ho-Oh at level 40? The other you get at level 70.
and thats why I roll with heart gold.

[david12795]

gfsdjfsdfs tried doing the pichu thing today

went to mystery gift -> wireless gift. Nothing. Kept on searching. My wifi didn't have 3 bars either.

[adriley313]

The new Jirachu Wifi event is coming to the states.
http://pokebeach.com/2010/01/jirachi-distribution-at-gamestop

You get it on D/P/P and it unlocks a Pokewalker path in HG/SS
Feb 27 thur March 13
Cant wait

[detectiveconan16]

I wish they'd brought back Arceus! I couldn't get mine because some spoilsport had to go ruin the wifi event.
But the Jirachi thing's interesting.

[david12795]

Nice!

[basilofbkrst]

The new Jirachu Wifi event is coming to the states.
http://pokebeach.com/2010/01/jirachi-distribution-at-gamestop

You get it on D/P/P and it unlocks a Pokewalker path in HG/SS
Feb 27 thur March 13
Cant wait

So with this event those with just GH or SS get Jirachu and the unlocked path, not just the path right? Does that mean if you get it on D/P/P and trade it to HG, or SS it still unlocks the path?

EDIT: spelling, and demanding this games comes out now so the urge to buy Plat goes away.

[DQT]

The Jirachi event ends a day before release of HG and SS. The only way to get Jirachi over to those games is to trade it from D/P/Pl.

[basilofbkrst]

Gawd dang it!

[Rig]

So, I headed back to my Mom's house last weekend, to try and dig out my copy of Pokemon Diamond. My old room is bascially wall-to-wall-to-ceiling gaming stuff, so it took FOREVER to find the Pokemon Diamond box. Finally did find it, cracked it opened...and Super Princess Peach was inside! :bomb: More searching, and I finally found that box...only to open it and find Mark Kart DS! ARGH!

Hunted for another hour, and just could not find the damn Mario Kart DS box. I wasted a trip over there...

I don't think I'll be able to grab the Pichu, which is quite disappointing.

Oh! And the kicker. My nephew broke his DS long ago, and gave me a copy of Pokemon Pearl. I happened to find that while I was home...and it DOESN'T WORK! Tried cleaning the damn thing, but nothing. I think their dog chewed it up, as it has teeth marks all over it. Fuck.

[adriley313]

I need to find a Gamestop near me so ican pick up the three Pichu's for the 3 games i got.

[Nathan_Sama]

I'm replaying my gold version, but I really need a GBC link cable so I can trade and evolve my Scyther and Graveler...
The GBA cable doesn't work with trading on GBC games.

Also A bunch of my friends are giving me their cartridges to take to gamestop to get them a pichu lol

[meerkatgamer]

I'm most likely going to pre-order at bestbuy since I got a gift card and a certificate. I was wondering does Best buy have the pre order figures in yet? I remember picking up the Giratina figure before platinum released there. I can't wait till March to finally come I loved the Gold and silver games.

[icedrake523]

Yeah. The figures are everywhere. I think someone said Best Buy gives you the figures right when you pre-order.

[basilofbkrst]

My Fry's had like 20 of each figure on the shelves.

[Tech Star]

I need to be sure before I pre-order tomorrow, you can get both Ho-Ho and Lugia in both HeartGold and/or SoulSilver? So if I buy HeartGold I can get Lugia and Ho-Ho?

Also, which version would be the best? I am stuck between the two. One has a better figurine, but I bought Gold when I was a child.

[icedrake523]

I need to be sure before I pre-order tomorrow, you can get both Ho-Ho and Lugia in both HeartGold and/or SoulSilver? So if I buy HeartGold I can get Lugia and Ho-Ho?

Also, which version would be the best? I am stuck between the two. One has a better figurine, but I bought Gold when I was a child.

In HG, you catch Ho-Oh first at level 40. You can catch Lugia later at level 70. In SS, it's the reverse.

Neither one is better than the other. It just comes down to which one has the exclusive Pokemon you want.

http://www.serebii.net/heartgoldsoulsilver/exclusives.shtml

Note: Phanpy/Donphan is in SS while Teddiursa/Ursaring are in HG in the English version

[Mr. Beef]

So conflicted. HG has Growlithe, but SS has Meowth. :(

[Puffa469]

eff it, I'm getting both.

[basilofbkrst]

So conflicted. HG has Growlithe, but SS has Meowth. :(

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X24Wl85DCY


Choice made!

[KingBroly]

When are they going to have a Celebi event, sheesh?

I'm going with Soul Silver btw.

[basilofbkrst]

When are they going to have a Celebi event, sheesh?

I'm going with Soul Silver btw.

Are you getting SS because of the video I posted? If you are, be honest.

EDIT: for tired @$$ grammar f up.

[Ryukahn]

I will probably go with Heart Gold since I hate Groudon and HG has Growlithe, though I can easily trade for a Growlithe.

[mogamer]

The Jirachi event ends a day before release of HG and SS. The only way to get Jirachi over to those games is to trade it from D/P/Pl.

So there is no way to directly get GBA pokemon in SS/HG like you can in D/P? I still have a couple of Jirachi in my Sapphire and Ruby games.

I already have a Jirachi in Diamond, can that one be used instead? Will the GameStop Jirachi have any exclusive moves? I really don't want to go to GameStop if I don't have to.

[icedrake523]

You can migrate GBA pokemon to HG/SS but not until after you beat the Elite 4. Don't know if it will trigger the Pokewalker path.

[mogamer]

You can migrate GBA pokemon to HG/SS but not until after you beat the Elite 4. Don't know if it will trigger the Pokewalker path.
OK, the same as D/P. Thanks for the info. :applause:

[david12795]

Apparently, Kmart sells those figurine just like the preorder bonus

[Cao Cao]

Trailers from the press event:
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/62279.html
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/62281.html

[meerkatgamer]

I found this neat looking Poke'walker cover on this site too bad it's sold in Japan only
http://www.pokemon.co.jp/special/hgss/news/17.html

Walmart has an exclusive pre-order bundle that comes with a walker cover.

Here's the picture.
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/detail.gsp?image=http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/04/54/96/74/0004549674083_500X500.jpg,http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/04/54/96/74/0004549674083_500X500.jpg,http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/04/54/96/74/0004549674083_AV_60X60.gif&product_id=13879884&iIndex=1&isVariant=false&corpCard=false&type=-9223372036854775808

I already pre-ordered at Bestbuy, but I'm thinking on getting it at walmart now since it has that would I be able to get the refund on the pre-order?

I opened the pre-order figure do I need to return the figure in order to get a refund?

[Tech Star]

Doesn't all the versions of Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver come with a Pokewalker?

[Nathan_Sama]

Doesn't all the versions of Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver come with a Pokewalker?
yup.

[basilofbkrst]

Doesn't all the versions of Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver come with a Pokewalker?

yup.

But only Walmart has that sweet @$$ pokewalker jacket!

[Tech Star]

I found this neat looking Poke'walker cover on this site too bad it's sold in Japan only
http://www.pokemon.co.jp/special/hgss/news/17.html

Walmart has an exclusive pre-order bundle that comes with a walker cover.

Here's the picture.
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/detail.gsp?image=http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/04/54/96/74/0004549674083_500X500.jpg,http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/04/54/96/74/0004549674083_500X500.jpg,http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/04/54/96/74/0004549674083_AV_60X60.gif&product_id=13879884&iIndex=1&isVariant=false&corpCard=false&type=-9223372036854775808

I already pre-ordered at Bestbuy, but I'm thinking on getting it at walmart now since it has that would I be able to get the refund on the pre-order?

I opened the pre-order figure do I need to return the figure in order to get a refund?

Yeah you need the figure to get a refund.

I still don't see how that cover is that awesome, though. :/

[basilofbkrst]

protects the paint on the pokewalker as in fumbles around in your pocket? That's kinda awesome.

[Cheska19]

That pokewalker jacket is definitely cool! Does anyone know if the set is already available to pre-order from Walmart? If so, I'm definitely cancelling my current pre-order and getting it at WM.

[Ryukahn]

If you missed the Pichu event at gamestop, you can grab it over WiFi until the 23rd. Just found this out from a post in the video game deals forum, and I can confirm it works since I got it! Now to just trade for a TRU Arceus and a Gamestop Jirachi.

[Easystride]

If you missed the Pichu event at gamestop, you can grab it over WiFi until the 23rd. Just found this out from a post in the video game deals forum, and I can confirm it works since I got it! Now to just trade for a TRU Arceus and a Gamestop Jirachi.

Is there a way to do this in HG/SS? I don't have diamond/pearl, but I'll be gettin SS day 1.

[Pck21]

Is there any reason to pick up Platinum if you're getting HG or SS on day 1? Like other Pokemon or something? Just asking!

[icedrake523]

If you're getting HG/SS day 1, get Platinum down the road. I think the non-legendary/starters can be obtained in HG/SS but you have to have your radio on a certain channel while you're walking in grass.

[detectiveconan16]

The WFC Pichu only works in Europe, as it seems. Unless somebody can prove me wrong. There haven't been many WFC, if any, pokemon to download here in the states.

[BLink]

I tried but it didn't work since I already got a Pichu from GS, but the option is there.

And we did just have Darkrai and Shaymin over WFC.

[Nathan_Sama]

Is there any reason to pick up Platinum if you're getting HG or SS on day 1? Like other Pokemon or something? Just asking!
Platinum is such an improvement over diamond and pearl, so if you have any interest in it, I say go for it.

btw, IS ANYONE COMPLETELY PSYCHED FOR THIS RELEASE!??!?!? :D

[Zing]

This can be used once the gamer catches their first Pokemon in the DS game (about 30 minutes into the story)
30 minutes? And I thought it took forever to get past the intro stuff in LeafGreen.

[mcelfour]

Platinum is such an improvement over diamond and pearl, so if you have any interest in it, I say go for it.

btw, IS ANYONE COMPLETELY PSYCHED FOR THIS RELEASE!??!?!? :D

I keep checking amazon to see if/when it shipped. I'm afraid I'll be waiting a bit beyond Monday.

[Ryukahn]

The WFC Pichu only works in Europe, as it seems. Unless somebody can prove me wrong. There haven't been many WFC, if any, pokemon to download here in the states.

You are wrong as I got the Pichu no problem, and I am in the US.

[Gden]

I got Pichu too.

[BannedEpisode]

Cant wait for sunday! 8-)

[icedrake523]

I can't wait for...2 days after Amazon ships it :-(


I still can't decide which starter to go with. My team with Cyndaquil/Typhlosion would be natural and I used him in Silver. But my team with Totodile/Feraligatr would be better.

[Cheska19]

This anticipation is killing me, just a couple more days!! Luckily I have the entire weekend off, so hopefully it will go by fast with all my busyness.

[Ski Hawk]

I can't wait for...2 days after Amazon ships it :-(


I still can't decide which starter to go with. My team with Cyndaquil/Typhlosion would be natural and I used him in Silver. But my team with Totodile/Feraligatr would be better.
I plan buy a copy on launch and return it when my Amazon copy comes in.

[Ryukahn]

I can't wait for...2 days after Amazon ships it :-(


I still can't decide which starter to go with. My team with Cyndaquil/Typhlosion would be natural and I used him in Silver. But my team with Totodile/Feraligatr would be better.

Yeah, the amazon wait is going to suck. My delivery estimate lists Wednesday.

As for which starter, I am going with Totodile. Arcanine will be my fire type, so that is covered.

[Cheska19]

Yeah, the amazon wait is going to suck. My delivery estimate lists Wednesday.

As for which starter, I am going with Totodile. Arcanine will be my fire type, so that is covered.

I hope Amazon does the respectable thing and ships them out earlier, like Friday, so most of us can get it by Monday.

[sippycupz]

Is everyone going with the original version/starter they had 10 years ago? I went with Silver/Totodile. I'm gonna go Silver again, not sure about Toto though.

[slidecage]

any reason to buy this if i still have the Plat. game unplayed ....

[utopianmachine]

As for which starter, I am going with Totodile. Arcanine will be my fire type, so that is covered.

I'm going with SoulSilver. I can't remember if Arcanine is in it or HeartGold. If it's in HeartGold, I sure hope people put Arcanines up for trade soon.

Is everyone going with the original version/starter they had 10 years ago? I went with Silver/Totodile. I'm gonna go Silver again, not sure about Toto though.

I had Gold the first time, and a Totodile named Toto was my little buddy. I'm considering going the same route. Hopefully can get Cyndaquil and Chikorita through online trades.

any reason to buy this if i still have the Plat. game unplayed ....

I'm looking forward to returning to Silver for some of the "retro" appeal, in that so many of the Pokemon are the "old" Pokemon, in that, I know them well. What with Team Rocket fouling things up, this game just reaches out to the hearts of older Pokemon fans who have been with the series a long time.

[icedrake523]

I plan buy a copy on launch and return it when my Amazon copy comes in.

I'd do that but I'm worried that the packaging may be different from Amazon. I have stuff to play in the mean time anyway.

Yeah, the amazon wait is going to suck. My delivery estimate lists Wednesday.
Maybe it'll be like my NSMBW and get here a day early. Or they ship it Saturday.

I'm going with SoulSilver. I can't remember if Arcanine is in it or HeartGold. If it's in HeartGold, I sure hope people put Arcanines up for trade soon.

I had Gold the first time, and a Totodile named Toto was my little buddy. I'm considering going the same route. Hopefully can get Cyndaquil and Chikorita through online trades.
Pretty sure Arcanine is in HeartGold. I can hook you up with a Growlithe and the other 2 starters since I have them on my Diamond cart.

[DQT]

Pretty sure I chose Cyndaquil. Don't remember because I had a couple of playthroughs due to the my lovely Silver save battery. I always started every new Silver game with all three starters anyway.

[mcelfour]

I'm going to go with Chikorita. Seems like it learns more interesting moves. When looking at the three, it seemed like cynda was just another fire type, and todo was pretty much gyrados, but not as good...

In general, I think fire types are often very generic, and I wish they were a bit more interesting.

[br26]

hmm, not sure who i'll go for. i usually start off with a water starter but maybe i'll try something different and start off with Cyndaquil.

[iKilledChewbacca]

CANT WAIT !!! already beat my Play Asia copy but I want a copy with ENGLISH :D

[slidecage]

I'm going with SoulSilver. I can't remember if Arcanine is in it or HeartGold. If it's in HeartGold, I sure hope people put Arcanines up for trade soon.



I had Gold the first time, and a Totodile named Toto was my little buddy. I'm considering going the same route. Hopefully can get Cyndaquil and Chikorita through online trades.



I'm looking forward to returning to Silver for some of the "retro" appeal, in that so many of the Pokemon are the "old" Pokemon, in that, I know them well. What with Team Rocket fouling things up, this game just reaches out to the hearts of older Pokemon fans who have been with the series a long time.


see that is why i really cant pick if i should just let these go, or go out and rent a copy via gamefly for a month for 7.00 (since i would have to bump my plan up )

already i would have coming in March (hopefully)

Spectral Force Genesis coming monday (was thinkin about buying but AWFUL reviews say pass)
Infinite Space 3/18 (though maybe sooner) was going to buy it but would rather rent it awful reviews
Bakugan 2: Battle Trainer 3.18
Tensei: Strange Journey 3.25


also i think blockbuster would have this game for rent as well (got a few FREE COUPONS i could get it from there)

[D4rkewolfe]

I played the original gold and silver but I got bored up until the first gym. Didn't play Pokemon again until the remake of firered, then waited until Diamond and Pearl and got Diamond, also Platinum.

So this will be like playing a whole new pokemon game anyways, since really didn't get to do the whole game. I always have fire starters so going with Cyndaquil, and like someone else here, my favorite pokemon is the fire-type Arcanine :D

I had such an awesome bred one, but I lost my diamond game :( and lost interest in breeding another one.

[Ye0ldmario]

Soul silver seems to be the one everyone wants.

[slidecage]

isnt TOYS R US having some release event tomorrow ??

[Ryukahn]

isnt TOYS R US having some release event tomorrow ??

Tomorrow is the release of the game. If you mean some kind of special TRU specific event, I have no idea.

[Ye0ldmario]

On gamestops weekly ad the boxes for both games look wider as if it comes with something inside extra? is it a figurine? or are those only given out for reserved copies?

[Purple Flames]

I'm picking up my copy tomorrow. As always, I'm starting out with the fire-type. I like the challenge.

[62t]

I would say fire is the best starting type in gold/silver since you got a bug, steel, and ice gym.

[DeskLaser]

So I was at my local Sears earlier today trying to scope out some clearances, and in the DS case they had both versions out already. I didn't try to buy one, but if anybody wants to give it a shot, go for it. I may decide to go back and try to get one. If I do, I will report if there was any success.

[detectiveconan16]

Going to get my copy soon. I'm not sure who I'll choose, I like them all the same.

I went to a store that usually sells games early, and everything at ripoff prices, just to look at stuff. Two chuckleheads gladly paid $45 when it's less than $44 after tax, stating that getting it early is better than later.

[slidecage]

Tomorrow is the release of the game. If you mean some kind of special TRU specific event, I have no idea.

found it on another topic here but it mostly said

Some toys r us are opening at 10am (might be normal time)

if you buy the game you get a 5 buck gift card + t shirt + some other junk but cant find the link anymore

[slidecage]

found it

the remakes or want to score some deals and goods, Toys R Us is the place to be.

From 10am to 1pm, participating store locations will have a Nintendo representative available with a copy of one of the two games for guests to demo. Free paper visors with Pikachu-themed colors, stickers, and coloring pages will also be given away.

However, the real meat of Demo Day is given out to the first 50 people who purchase the game: not only will they score a shirt (youth sizes only), but also a free Pokémon Basics Kit (normally retails for $10) that includes two gold and silver-colored cases that hold four game carts each, a cleaning cloth emblazoned with Ho-oh and Lugia, and two stylii with hanging charms. Lastly, a special $5 gift card imprinted with Ho-oh and Lugia will also be provided for you early birds.

Other deals include buying a Nintendo DSi unit, Heart Gold or Soul Silver, and a Pokémon Essentials Kit result in getting a free $20 gift card sans fancy legendaries printed on it. And those who just buy either game and a strategy guide get 20% off the guide. Lots of opportunities are going to be available here so if you're interested, hit up the source link to see a list of participating stores and be ready to wake up early.

so your getting
FREE T SHIRT Youth size only : (
Pokemon basics kit (what has 2 cart holders, cleaning cloth and 2 styiis )
and a 5 buck gift card

Got to try to be one of the first 50 though ... so for 35 bucks i would pay 5 for the 2 pens.. so that is like getting the game for 30 with free t shirt and 2 cart holders )

nice... just got to try to be one of the first people there though hopefully there isnt a mad rush

[guardkitty]

So far I have Platinum and Diamond, which one should I pick up, Gold or Silver?

[Pck21]

Amazon shipped my order just now and it will arrive on Tuesday! Woot!

[fatbeer]

I wonder what stores are participating in that event. I didn't get an email notification for Nintendo World Store. I might have either missed it or it could be changed due to the weather. I know next week Nintendo World Store have an event involving Gold and Silver. The event most likely will occur in Time Square like any other Nintendo events. People here are crazy for free stuff. I doubt I will bother waking up early for that.

[Josh5890]

IGN review is up. They gave it an 8.5. I laughed because they said the negatives are the same pokemon and same game. LOL that is the reason I'm buying it. I haven't played a Pokemon game since Gold/Silver

[fatbeer]

I'm picking up my copy tomorrow. As always, I'm starting out with the fire-type. I like the challenge.


I always start my main Pokemon as fire -type and I never experienced any difficulties in Pokemon series. They usually have high offensive stats. Pokemon is pretty easy rpg. I will only use my starting Pokemon throughout the game; which can easily accumulate over level 90 by the end of game. I generally overpower my opponents . When the end game comes I hunt down the legendary birds to booster your party against the elite four or buy a lot of pp restore items and your set. I been using the same strategy for all the Pokemon games and it never fails. If I applied that strategy towards a Shin Megami Tensei game, I will get slaughter for having a weak skill set and base stats.

I think the hardest starting Pokemon was yellow. Pikachu have a very low defense stats. Plus, you need to level grind Pikachu or grass Pokemon to get pass first gym leader, Brock.

[SL4IN]

:D
http://i44.tinypic.com/6xxi7k.jpg

[Gden]

I always cheated and worked with a friend of mine through a series of 12 or so trades to get both of us all 3 starters.

[AllTimePlumber]

my copy of SoulSilver shipped today from Amazon, it's gonna be great playing this over spring break

[icedrake523]

My copy still has yet to ship. I hate Nintendo and their stupid Sunday releases.

[Ryukahn]

Mine hasn't shipped either. If I didn't have a ton of classwork to do, I would probably just pick up the game at my local walmart. As is, I can afford to wait.

[utopianmachine]

Mine shipped from Amazon too. Excited about the arrival date going from Wednesday to Tuesday.

[62t]

I think the hardest starting Pokemon was yellow. Pikachu have a very low defense stats. Plus, you need to level grind Pikachu or grass Pokemon to get pass first gym leader, Brock.

Well you can capture a Mankey which is a fighting type, or use a Butterfree. In yellow you end up getting the original 3 anyway so it is still pretty easy.

[br26]

hmm, can you use your D/P/PL games to transfer pokemon into your HG/SS game or do you need a National dex kinda thing? Maybe you have to do something in Goldenrod since that's where you used to transfer R/B/Y Pokemon into Gold/Silver.

[62t]

hmm, can you use your D/P/PL games to transfer pokemon into your HG/SS game or do you need a National dex kinda thing? Maybe you have to do something in Goldenrod since that's where you used to transfer R/B/Y Pokemon into Gold/Silver.

you can do that in the second town. No extra item needed

[detectiveconan16]

Got my copy from my favorite video game store, obviously a mom and pop, yesterday. I chose a Chikorita because I spent the least amount of time with it.
I'd have to say after reading the instruction manual for the Pokewalker, I'm very impressed with this game already. The cart has an infrared sensor that hooks up with the pedometer, rather than using the wifi signal of the DS. I haven't turned it on yet, considering I really walk alot on an average day, and I'm afraid of over-training my pokemon.
I loves me some auto running, it's very helpful especially if one's playing with a stylus, and especially the DSi, considering the clicky sound of the buttons.

[slidecage]

If i still have the Platium game Unplayed , should i play this one first or does it really matter...

[JokerCard]

My copies from Gamestop.com shipped and should be here tuesday!

[sippycupz]

I think the hardest starting Pokemon was yellow. Pikachu have a very low defense stats. Plus, you need to level grind Pikachu or grass Pokemon to get pass first gym leader, Brock.
I'm gonna stick with Charmander in Red/Blue as the hardest starter. At least Pikachu had it easy against Misty... Charmander was toast against the first two gyms.

[icedrake523]

Each game a different starter is the easy/medium/hard.

RBY it's Bulbasaur, Squirtle, Charmander.
GSC Cyndaquil, Totodile, Chikorita
RSE Mudkip, Treecko, Torchic

I think all were basically the same in DPP

[Josh5890]

I remember my brother and I both got yellow and red respectively for Christmas one year. He was crying to me that he couldn't get past the first gym with picachu. I told that hey this Charmander ain't making it any easier for me.

[KongaKing]

Is there a way to get the classic starters (bulba, squirtle, charmander) in this game? Online trading or something? I want a bulbasaur!

[icedrake523]

Online trading is the easiest. If you want them, send me a PM.

[sippycupz]

Toys R Us is the way to go IMO. I just went there to get Soul Silver, and I got a T-Shirt, figurine, stickers, and a $5 gift card. Also, I was expecting the game to be $40, but it was only $35. I am pleased

[62t]

Is there a way to get the classic starters (bulba, squirtle, charmander) in this game? Online trading or something? I want a bulbasaur!

you can get them without trading.

[A Happy Panda]

I have no idea why I want to buy this...I rebought a DS Lite just to play Pearl...put in 40 hours and 7 badges, never beat it. Then I got Platinum....16 hours, never beat it.

But the allure of basically have the entire Red/Blue region to explore might be too hard to deny...

[KongaKing]

you can get them without trading.

How?

[Josh5890]

This game is half the reason I bought a DS Lite. Can't wait for Wed.

[62t]

How?

#001 Bulbasaur, #004 Charmander & #007 Squirtle - "Kanto Starters"

The second batch of Starters you will find are the Pokémon whom trainers start with when they begin the journey in Kanto. In Heart Gold & Soul Silver, these Pokémon are obtained by visiting Professor Oak after you have obtained all 16 Badges and defeating Red. He will compliment you on your success and provide you one of these Pokémon. As with all starters, they will be at Level 5.

[icedrake523]

Red is in Mt. Silver and all his pokemon are level 80-90. So it's gonna take awhile.

[Josh5890]

I can't remember if the infinite items cheat was available in the original Gold and Silver. Anyone know if we will see this in the new games?

[62t]

I can't remember if the infinite items cheat was available in the original Gold and Silver. Anyone know if we will see this in the new games?

that was in the original red and blue, and hasnt return since.

[KongaKing]

#001 Bulbasaur, #004 Charmander & #007 Squirtle - "Kanto Starters"

The second batch of Starters you will find are the Pokémon whom trainers start with when they begin the journey in Kanto. In Heart Gold & Soul Silver, these Pokémon are obtained by visiting Professor Oak after you have obtained all 16 Badges and defeating Red. He will compliment you on your success and provide you one of these Pokémon. As with all starters, they will be at Level 5.

Hm, I'd like to go through most of the game raising Bulbasaur, not getting him after i did everything. I hope there's some online once I unlock being able to get on the web, 'cause I'd love to have Bulbasaur in my party from early on.

[62t]

Hm, I'd like to go through most of the game raising Bulbasaur, not getting him after i did everything. I hope there's some online once I unlock being able to get on the web, 'cause I'd love to have Bulbasaur in my party from early on.

The only way is to trade from someone who has it. If you want to trade by wifi you can do it after the 4th gym.

[D4rkewolfe]

I'm actually digging the little pokewalker, every once in a while I check it and go try to catch a pokemon. Got the "rare" kangaskhan from the first route.

[br26]

I can't remember if the infinite items cheat was available in the original Gold and Silver. Anyone know if we will see this in the new games?

I remember that fondly. Something about going to Cinnibar Island and meeting freaky Pokemon, then seeing the old man on the gym roof brings back memories. Good times.

[Josh5890]

I remember that fondly. Something about going to Cinnibar Island and meeting freaky Pokemon, then seeing the old man on the gym roof brings back memories. Good times.

Amen to that.

[D4rkewolfe]

Got my copy from my favorite video game store, obviously a mom and pop, yesterday. I chose a Chikorita because I spent the least amount of time with it.
I'd have to say after reading the instruction manual for the Pokewalker, I'm very impressed with this game already. The cart has an infrared sensor that hooks up with the pedometer, rather than using the wifi signal of the DS. I haven't turned it on yet, considering I really walk alot on an average day, and I'm afraid of over-training my pokemon.
I loves me some auto running, it's very helpful especially if one's playing with a stylus, and especially the DSi, considering the clicky sound of the buttons.

You cannot over train your pokemon by walking. Pretty much you can only gain one level per walk. Each step is 1 experience point. If you reach the experience points needed to level up then he reaches the max. You can continue to walk but it will not go towards experience points. So no worries about that, if you want to let it get its level then transfer it back to your game, he will level up and you can send him back to earn more experience points.

[sippycupz]

Does the PokeWalker work for hatching eggs too?

[D4rkewolfe]

I don't think you can transfer eggs to the pokewalker, think only works for pokemon. I mean I'm nowhere near the location where you can start breeding them (I'm just assuming, since not even at the first gym...I never played gold/silver so not even sure where it is) to try it out.

Still, something tells me that more than likely you cannot.

[sippycupz]

Yeah, I don't recall egg hatching being mentioned as a feature of it, so I figure the same. Just seems like the PokeWalker hatching eggs would make even more sense than any of the stuff it actually does. Still cool though.

[D4rkewolfe]

You know why I think more it wouldn't work, because then you would not be able to catch any of the other pokemon during your walk. Since your pokemon fights the wild pokemon, your egg couldn't fight.

Especially since they say if you have no pokemon, you would get a wild pokemon who would join you in your walk, more than likely so you can use it to fight to obtain the other pokemon there.

[hohez]

So what version does everyone have? I'll be picking it up tomorrow or Tuesday and would like to get the least popular one. I did a ton of breeding and trading on CAG after i beat Pearl, and i will probably do the same with this, although FF13 is still monopolizing my time.

[Josh5890]

So what version does everyone have? I'll be picking it up tomorrow or Tuesday and would like to get the least popular one. I did a ton of breeding and trading on CAG after i beat Pearl, and i will probably do the same with this, although FF13 is still monopolizing my time.

I'm getting Soul Silver while my brother will be taking Heart Gold

[D4rkewolfe]

Seems the majority that people are getting are SoulSilver since one it's the cheapest one can get on Amazon and 2, people seem to prefer Lugia over Ho-oh.

[A Happy Panda]

Err wait a minute...there's 16 badges in this game?....

And you get the ENTIRE Kanto region as the endgame?

[JUDOHAWK]

Yea, you get Kanto and the 8 badges after beating the E4. It was the same way as in the original G/S except this time Kanto is more fleshed out I understand.

Anyway, wolfe, I wanted HG because I had Gold when I was younger. But I got the cheaper one, and after looking at an unboxing Im not disappointed. The Silver boxart looks better than the Gold anyway :P Not like it matters much when playing.

[62t]

Err wait a minute...there's 16 badges in this game?....

And you get the ENTIRE Kanto region as the endgame?

It was like that in the original as well

[A Happy Panda]

It was like that in the original as well

I never played the originals...

I played Red for about 200 hours, then left the series until Pearl and Platinum.

But it sounds like its Heartgold and Soul Silver are 2 games in 1 (Red/Blue + Gold/silver) I am really wanting this...its too bad GoW 3 comes out on Tuesday and I'm trying to save some cash.

[br26]

Kanto is pretty different in G/S. Some places like Viridian Forest, Cycling Road and the Safari Zone were removed from the game, Cinnibar Island is completely different and some other routes were changed. In the DS remakes though they added the Safari Zone back in if I remember correctly. I'd expect Kanto to be more fleshed out in the remake.

[Josh5890]

Kanto is pretty different in G/S. Some places like Viridian Forest, Cycling Road and the Safari Zone were removed from the game, Cinnibar Island is completely different and some other routes were changed. In the DS remakes though they added the Safari Zone back in if I remember correctly. I'd expect Kanto to be more fleshed out in the remake.

I really hope that Kanto is almost the same as the original, just updated graphics.

[icedrake523]

I never played the originals...

I played Red for about 200 hours, then left the series until Pearl and Platinum.

You missed the best.

Kanto is pretty different in G/S. Some places like Viridian Forest, Cycling Road and the Safari Zone were removed from the game, Cinnibar Island is completely different and some other routes were changed. In the DS remakes though they added the Safari Zone back in if I remember correctly. I'd expect Kanto to be more fleshed out in the remake.

The old Safari Zone is now the new Pal Park. In GSC, it was just closed.

I really hope that Kanto is almost the same as the original, just updated graphics.

It'll be as it was in GSC.

[A Happy Panda]

You missed the best.


That's what I've heard...but Gold/Silver came out when I was in 8th grade I think...it was either then or Freshman year of high school, and sorry, there was no way I'd still be playing a Pokemon game.

8-9 years later as a college grad with a job? MUCH more acceptable to play Pokemon games :)

[ZForce]

That's pretty much how it goes. You spend X number of years as a kid, then you spend Y number of years trying to convince everyone you're no longer a kid, then once you past that phase, you spend the remainder of your life wishing you were a kid again.

[Josh5890]

That's what I've heard...but Gold/Silver came out when I was in 8th grade I think...it was either then or Freshman year of high school, and sorry, there was no way I'd still be playing a Pokemon game.

8-9 years later as a college grad with a job? MUCH more acceptable to play Pokemon games :)

It reminds me of a joke I read on the internet...

"8 year olds play GTA while 20 year olds play Pokemon"

[62t]

That's what I've heard...but Gold/Silver came out when I was in 8th grade I think...it was either then or Freshman year of high school, and sorry, there was no way I'd still be playing a Pokemon game.

8-9 years later as a college grad with a job? MUCH more acceptable to play Pokemon games :)

Funny during my highschool days Pokemon (on emulator) was one of the most popular game we played during computer class.

[Ski Hawk]

Are you guys having any luck getting the screw off of the pokewalker to put the belt clip on? I can't find anything that can get the screw off. Anyone have any ideas?

[icedrake523]

That's what I've heard...but Gold/Silver came out when I was in 8th grade I think...it was either then or Freshman year of high school, and sorry, there was no way I'd still be playing a Pokemon game.

8-9 years later as a college grad with a job? MUCH more acceptable to play Pokemon games :)

I hear that. I bought Ruby one summer when I had nothing else to play. I remember I bought it in a mall and happened to see someone from school. He was the kinda guy who, if he saw you, would come over and start talking asking what you were doing. Fortunately, he didn't see me.

[A Happy Panda]

I hear that. I bought Ruby one summer when I had nothing else to play. I remember I bought it in a mall and happened to see someone from school. He was the kinda guy who, if he saw you, would come over and start talking asking what you were doing. Fortunately, he didn't see me.

I actually had to lie to my roommate during my Sophomore year of college (I think that's when Pearl came out) because I re-bought a DS Lite...I didn't want him knowing I was playing Pokemon (a Sophomore playing Pokemon is social fucking suicide) So whenever I'd be playing it, I'd just play in my room, and if someone knocked on my door, I'd close the lid and tuck it away. Cept one day I wasn't paying attention as I was playing, and he knocked on my door, so I say yeah come in, he goes "What the hell are you doing?" realizing my error, I quickly lied and said I was playing Tetris and that it was my cousin's DS..

Too close for comfort...

[D4rkewolfe]

Are you guys having any luck getting the screw off of the pokewalker to put the belt clip on? I can't find anything that can get the screw off. Anyone have any ideas?

I just used a little screw driver piece. I have one of those screw drivers that you can interchange the size or type of the tip. I had one that just worked perfectly. Another idea, I am guessing that the little screw driver to fix glasses would work on this easily.

[nbballard]

man, the manual that came in mine is cruddy. If i hadn't bought it at Wal-Mart I would assume it was a bootleg.

[utopianmachine]

Kinda annoying thing about the guides for this game:

There are two separate guides, each covering the two game regions.

Johto Guide:
http://www.amazon.com/Pokemon-HeartGold-SoulSilver-Official-Strategy/dp/0307468038/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1268680108&sr=1-1

Kanto Guide:
http://www.amazon.com/Pokemon-HeartGold-SoulSilver-Official-National/dp/0307468054/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1268680108&sr=1-2

It's kind of funny that the Kanto guide won't be released until mid-April. I guess it gives gamers time to just get to Kanto. Probably going to be very confusing for plenty of folks later just wanting to get the guide. They'll totally accidentally buy the Kanto guide, even when they're first starting the game.

[Sir_Fragalot]

Question, does gamestop sell these yet? It says on the gamestop website that no gamestop in 100 miles has it (or did they all sell out?). I was just curious since I am going to pick up a copy tomorrow and would prefer to trade a few games in (but if not wal mart is ok).

[icedrake523]

Probably sold out. Call your nearby stores and ask.

[slidecage]

Question, does gamestop sell these yet? It says on the gamestop website that no gamestop in 100 miles has it (or did they all sell out?). I was just curious since I am going to pick up a copy tomorrow and would prefer to trade a few games in (but if not wal mart is ok).

probally cause it came out on a sunday and they havent updated the site with store listings

[nbballard]

Gamestops inventory is supposed to be fairly accurate but 2 things could be happening here: Daylight Savings Time, and an abnormal release date (more likely the latter).

Even if they were out this morning, the chance of them getting some in today (or tomorrow) is very high. I remember when Darksiders came out, it sold out in my town, and they had another shipment the next day-- even higher chance of that happening with Pokemon.

[Zing]

Question, does gamestop sell these yet? It says on the gamestop website that no gamestop in 100 miles has it (or did they all sell out?). I was just curious since I am going to pick up a copy tomorrow and would prefer to trade a few games in (but if not wal mart is ok).

Here, I will pretend I am a GameStop employee:

you: "Hi, do you have the new Pokemon game?"
me: "Did you preorder it?"
you: "No."
me: *chuckle*

The end.

[KongaKing]

Anyone have a bulbasaur they want to throw my way?

[DARKiLLUSiON]

Question for you guys...I just picked up SS and how does the Pokewalker works? DO I have to turn off and restart the game again to let it connect?

[62t]

Anyone have a bulbasaur they want to throw my way?

remember you dont unlock wifi trading till the 4th gym

[david12795]

remember you dont unlock wifi trading till the 4th gym


by wifi trading, do you mean with friends or strangers? because i was able to trade with a friend online through wifi trading.

[62t]

ok my mistake. Looks like you get GTS by 4th gym. You can trade as soon as you get a friend code

[icedrake523]

Is the GST as bad as it was in Diamond and Pearl?

Yeah, I'll give a level 100 Darkrai for a Starly...

[Ryukahn]

Is the GST as bad as it was in Diamond and Pearl?

Yeah, I'll give a level 100 Darkrai for a Starly...

Ha! I've noticed you can get anything you want for almost anything if you are patient, such as trading baby starter pokemon for legendaries or other hard to get pokemon.

[62t]

I got a box full of legendary thanks to GTS