Response to this:
https://pokemondb.net/pokebase/324469/will-there-be-way-to-transfer-our-old-pokemon-the-galar-region?show=325173#c325173
"No, it's because it's on a new console and they can't use the old models because the coding is meant for the 3DS. "
We don't have proof of that. If they were rebuilding the models from scratch, why would they make them exactly the same? Surely this would be the chance to improve the newer models or use the existing models?
"The only thing it REALLY causes problems for is the competitive circuit, but people should be able to enjoy Pokemon aside from that."
Yes, those people who breeded for hours and study and play competetive don't matter. It's not like there are entire communities based on competetive, right? And its not like if they wanted to keep the game balanced for competetive they could've just banned non-regional pokemon in official tournaments so not to screw over the casual fans who want to bring their pokemon to the next generation, right?
"And it's not like this is going to be a thing for every game that follows..."
Well actually....
"I'd rather they not waste the time and risk sacrificing other elements of the game."
I really hope so, but I'm starting to lose faith, and annual releases aren't good signs of quality.
"Besides, it also causes people to be more resourceful when playing the game regularly -- making it a more interesting experience."
What do you mean by that? If Gamefreak wanted to keep non-regional pokemon away from the main game could have at least made it so you can only transfer them in post-game.
"Well, I mean I guess if they took another year then they could do the national dex"
Thats exacly what they should have done. Or at least plan to program in the pokemon in a future patch, not like Home is coming out until next year anyways.
"-- they're a company, afterall."
Yes, a company that develops one of the biggest videogame franchises, selling their newest game(s) at 60 dollars, and debuting their first mainline game on the home console, can be excused for cutting a lot of corners which screws with fans.
"No matter how much we love Nintendo they do have to make money and keep up with competition"
This is Gamefreak, Nintendo was willing to delay their games like BOTW and recently Animal Crossing so that they would be in perfect shape.
I don't really mean to be offensive on your opinion. I understand wanting to defend a beloved franchise I really do, but something I learned is that sometimes you need to stand your ground.
