I do not think that the following belongs in the X and Y thread. If it is thought that it belongs there, though, then I would like it to be moved there. I would also like this thread to be locked or deleted if a similar thread has already been made.
To the point; does anyone else think that X and Y could mark the end of the Pokémon gaming franchise? Regardless of the fact that it is extremely financially successful, here are the reasons for why I think that Pokémon X and Y could be the final generation of the Pokémon series:
1. The titles. All of the other Pokémon games have had names that were derived either from colours, elements or precious stones, but these names did not exactly have much of a meaning to them (except, perhaps, for naming the colours of the Pokémon that were depicted on the box art). In the case of the X and Y versions, though, the titles are derived from the last two letters of the English alphabet, and I am sure that a countless number of people have already assumed that Z version is what will be the next instalment of Generation VI; the title being derived from the last letter of the alphabet, which, to me, implies an ending of sorts. I am aware that the names of the main legendary Pokémon of both of the titles begin with X and Y, but I do not think that that has much to do with the point that I am trying to make.
2. Mega-Evolutions of the starters of the first generation. As all readers should know, the second evolutions to the starter Pokémon of the first generation have been given Mega-Evolutions, with one of the three being revealed as having two different Mega-Evolutions; implying that the other two will receive another Mega-Evolution as well. I think of this as being something of a tribute to these Pokémon; the Pokémon that started what has become an extremely popular franchise, and I believe this to be a reminder to any players to never forget the trio who started the franchise that will soon come to a close.
3. The number of Pokémon. This may be a flawed point, but going by what we have been shown in the "leaks" so far, there is going to be a very large number of Pokémon, new and old, available for the taking in the pre-Elite Four part of the game. It has been shown that one starter from the first generation will be available for the taking at some point in X and Y, as well as a Torchic (though I cannot remember whether or not it is gained via an event). I think of this level of inclusion as being something of a homage to many existing Pokémon, and it gives the players a better opportunity to play the final entries in the series in whatever way they want.
4. Designs. I am not going to be too critical, but when it comes to creativity in the series, I believe that the Pokémon that have been revealed show something of a lack of ideas. I do not have a problem with the fact that some Pokémon are based on the same animal, but that does not mean that the reused design should not be well-made. Gogoat is a Pokémon that is blatantly quite similar to Sawsbuck, a Pokémon that was created only in the previous generation, which is not a good sign to me, and Pokémon such as Spewpa and Spritzee are not very well-designed at all. This point is purely based on my opinion, but I am sure that some people can relate to it.
I do not think that the following belongs in the X and Y thread. If it is thought that it belongs there, though, then I would like it to be moved there. I would also like this thread to be locked or deleted if a similar thread has already been made.
To the point; does anyone else think that X and Y could mark the end of the Pokémon gaming franchise? Regardless of the fact that it is extremely financially successful, here are the reasons for why I think that Pokémon X and Y could be the final generation of the Pokémon series:
1. The titles. All of the other Pokémon games have had names that were derived either from colours, elements or precious stones, but these names did not exactly have much of a meaning to them (except, perhaps, for naming the colours of the Pokémon that were depicted on the box art). In the case of the X and Y versions, though, the titles are derived from the last two letters of the English alphabet, and I am sure that a countless number of people have already assumed that Z version is what will be the next instalment of Generation VI; the title being derived from the last letter of the alphabet, which, to me, implies an ending of sorts. I am aware that the names of the main legendary Pokémon of both of the titles begin with X and Y, but I do not think that that has much to do with the point that I am trying to make.
2. Mega-Evolutions of the starters of the first generation. As all readers should know, the second evolutions to the starter Pokémon of the first generation have been given Mega-Evolutions, with one of the three being revealed as having two different Mega-Evolutions; implying that the other two will receive another Mega-Evolution as well. I think of this as being something of a tribute to these Pokémon; the Pokémon that started what has become an extremely popular franchise, and I believe this to be a reminder to any players to never forget the trio who started the franchise that will soon come to a close.
3. The number of Pokémon. This may be a flawed point, but going by what we have been shown in the "leaks" so far, there is going to be a very large number of Pokémon, new and old, available for the taking in the pre-Elite Four part of the game. It has been shown that one starter from the first generation will be available for the taking at some point in X and Y, as well as a Torchic (though I cannot remember whether or not it is gained via an event). I think of this level of inclusion as being something of a homage to many existing Pokémon, and it gives the players a better opportunity to play the final entries in the series in whatever way they want.
4. Designs. I am not going to be too critical, but when it comes to creativity in the series, I believe that the Pokémon that have been revealed show something of a lack of ideas. I do not have a problem with the fact that some Pokémon are based on the same animal, but that does not mean that the reused design should not be well-made. Gogoat is a Pokémon that is blatantly quite similar to Sawsbuck, a Pokémon that was created only in the previous generation, which is not a good sign to me, and Pokémon such as Spewpa and Spritzee are not very well-designed at all. This point is purely based on my opinion, but I am sure that some people can relate to it.
Comments would be appreciated.