Ocarina_117
Banned
Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze level fur on pokemon would look nice
-
Hey, guest user. Hope you're enjoying NeoGAF! Have you considered registering for an account? Come join us and add your take to the daily discourse.
Eurogamer: Nintendo Switch to get Pokémon Sun and Moon third version: Pokemon Stars
- Thread starter Dystify
- Start date
- Status
All the models will stay the same as they already are high quality ones, they just will add the black borders that are missing in the mock-up video.
The "only" thing they would have to change are the assets, but since the game releases a full year later and that the Switch version was in the work since quite some time, improvements like lightning, shaders, more effects wouldn't surprise me.
That's legit. I'd be satisfied if that is what Nintendo went with.
D
Deleted member 465307
Unconfirmed Member
It's honestly absurd how good Pokémon looks when it's rendered at a higher resolution, considering the specs of the 3DS. Given how much more powerful Switch is rumored to be compared to 3DS, I think we're in for a treat with Pokémon Stars, even if all they do is what an emulator does.
Dorsal Axe
Member
Ehh, not quite. Models won't change much, but Sun and Moon have awful quality textures. I assume they had to scale things down massively to get it to run on 3DS, so I would expect to see much higher resolution textures on Switch. Then again, this is Game Freak we're talking about, so ¯\_(ツ
_/¯Arent outlines just there to make the characters easier to see and stand out on the area they are due to the shit 3DS screen? In HD and with all the potential visual improvements it seems like something unnecessary. If anything, an option to turn it on/off similar to Smash 3DS would be really cool.
The style doesn't look great without the outlines to begin with.
Though Caelus has a point.
Hmm I think I agree, I feel like the outlines are there to make the models resemble sprites on the 3DS screen and help them stand out. With better texture filtering and shading I think they will look just fine without the outlines as the models themselves are very future-proofed and high polygon (hence the poor 3DS performance).
Aren't the Pokemon Go models the same as the 3DS ones anyway?
TonberrysKnife
Member
Well, not going to bother getting Moon now. Took you long enough Nintendo/Game Freak.
Jonneh3003
Banned
Long enough for what?
Graphics Horse
Member
Yes, as far as geometry.
I think Switch will keep as close as the shading style as possible, just pixelly lines at 720p or whatever resolution.
Some designs rely on the lines for definition, like Yungoos' mouth is done entirely with the outline system instead of a texture. (Does it ever open it's mouth?)
Neoleo2143
Member
Another 3rd version I guess? The last one would be BW2 which would be 5 years ago in 2017 or if you don't count that, then 9 years to Platinum and both are superb titles. I don't blame people wanting to skip Sun/Moon in that light even they are great games that could use a just a years more worth of polish and content.
A Link to the Past
Banned
So which Pokemon will headline Pokemon Stars? Who's going to be on the box?
Necrozma?
Because really what the fuck is this thing?
Nintendo taking edgelord to its literal conclusion
Lunafreya Nox Fleuret
Member
Necrozma is obvious.
If you have one or saw it in battle you can kinda see it is suffering from too much power. It will put it's arm over it's head like it is struggling in pain sometimes. I know, just speculation but hey it's there. Not to mention Pokemon.com literally has a url that says 3rd Legendary when you click on Necrozma.
So which Pokemon will headline Pokemon Stars? Who's going to be on the box?
Necrozma?
Because really what the fuck is this thing?
Maybe just like white/black kyurem on the black2/white 2 box covers. Necrozma definitely has a different form/forms, evolution, w/e.
Wow, I'm amazed at how good this game looks with just a resolution bump. If the Pokemon Company adds higher rez textures, better lighting, and maybe some improved models like full fingered characters and clothing that isn't flat, this rumored Pokemon Stars could be a visual treat.
So which Pokemon will headline Pokemon Stars? Who's going to be on the box?
Necrozma?
Because really what the fuck is this thing?
Hahaha its real thought it was fan made.
Beyonce Beytwice
Member
Solgaleo, Lunala and Necrozma are the Light trio.
Solgaleo - Sun: emits light
Lunala - Moon: reflects light
Necrozma - prism: refracts light
Solgaleo - Sun: emits light
Lunala - Moon: reflects light
Necrozma - prism: refracts light
Permanently A
Junior Member
So which Pokemon will headline Pokemon Stars? Who's going to be on the box?
Necrozma?
Because really what the fuck is this thing?
This is an actual pokemon????
??????????
D
Deleted member 465307
Unconfirmed Member
So which Pokemon will headline Pokemon Stars? Who's going to be on the box?
Necrozma?
Because really what the fuck is this thing?
In one of the threads, I saw an image someone made where they outlined different parts of the Pokémon and showed that it actually has a lot of potential for a form change where its segments are rearranged. For example, its torso (that its arms and legs poke out through) actually resembles something of a dragon skull.
Not just any Pokemon that's the face you'll get to stare at every time you pick up the box.
foxuzamaki
Doesn't read OPs, especially not his own
So which Pokemon will headline Pokemon Stars? Who's going to be on the box?
Necrozma?
Because really what the fuck is this thing?
Is that...is that a pokemon? o_o
AnathemicOne
Banned
It is, you can obtain it in Sun/Moon atm as well; the way to catch it is so random though
It's the third legendary. And therefore the likely mascot for the first mainline console Pokemon game ever.
Beyonce Beytwice
Member
Candescence
Member
The Citra emulation in HD looks great, but honestly the game actually kinda loses a bit of its charm if you get rid of the outlines. I doubt the Switch port will remove the outlines, though.
WhiteRabbitEXE
Member
I guess that would depend on whether the outlining was an artistic choice, or if it was implemented to help cope with the 3DS's low screen resolution (the latter being the reason for similar outlining in Smash Bros). If I had to guess though it probably was artistic, as it helps keep the game in line with the series classic look despite being fully 3D.
jfc, this looks great. I can't wait for the day Citra is capable of playing my favorite games. The resolution bump alone is incredible.
Also that Necrozma pokemon looks legit sweet.
Candescence
Member
Yeah, I'm inclined to say that the outlines are an artistic choice and that the visibility assist is a nice added bonus. The same can be said for the 3DS Ace Attorney games, really - the visual style would lose a lot from dropping the outlines.
Yep, a form change is pretty much inevitable, just like how Giratina had a different form on the cover of Platinum, and Kyurem had different forms on the covers of B2/W2.
Also, Necrozma apparently has a star on the back of its head. Definitely seems like it'll be the cover legendary for Stars.
Chances are as great as they can be for something not officially announced. Personlly I'm convinced it's happening. I wouldn' be surprised if they don't mention it on Januray event though, they will want to delay the anouncement probably.
blitzwolf215
Member
Maybe it'll have a new forme like Giratina did.
Strange how none of you are pointing out the bit about Necrozma that supports this
Edit:
Whoops, never mind
Edit:
Whoops, never mind
Strange how none of you are pointing out the bit about Necrozma that supports this
Edit:
Whoops, never mind
dang you already edited
ily joe
War Raichu
Member
pretty sure all you have to do is go to Ten Carat Hill with a team higher leveled than the locals but lower leveled than Necrozma and spray a repel. You should only encounter him then.
Lunafreya Nox Fleuret
Member
Strange how none of you are pointing out the bit about Necrozma that supports this
I thought this was obvious already which is why I didn't point it out
Boss Doggie
all my loli wolf companions are so moe
leaked Necrozma's alt form
PapaEmeritus
Member
finally pkmn on tv
Looks sooo lovely <3
Only thing I would like to have added in the final game are voice over for the main story line. Big voiceless console RPGs are kinda...outdated.
Thinking about it for a little. I think it'd be cool if they brought back and expanded upon the Sevii Islands as a way to catch the non-Alolan forms of Pokemon.
That said, the graphical and performance updates will be a sight to behold on the Switch if the Citra emulation video is anything to go by.
That said, the graphical and performance updates will be a sight to behold on the Switch if the Citra emulation video is anything to go by.
Serenitynow
Member
- Status