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| − | '''Pokémon: Platinum Version''' is a monster-collecting handheld RPG that was released as the third and final game of the ''[[Portal:Pokémon|Pokémon series]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki> fourth generation, following the releases of ''[[Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Versions|Diamond and Pearl]]''. Like most of the | + | '''Pokémon: Platinum Version''' is a monster-collecting handheld RPG that was released as the third and final game of the ''[[Portal:Pokémon|Pokémon series]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki> fourth generation, following the releases of ''[[Pokémon:Diamond and Pearl Versions|Diamond and Pearl]]''. Like most of the third versions in a generation, the game features alterations to the game's storyline and new features. |
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''Pokémon: Platinum'' version features newly designed clothing for the player characters as well as new graphics for all of the characters and Pokémon. Like with most alternate versions, ''Platinum'' excludes several Pokémon that can only be obtained by trading with other versions. However, ''Platinum'' also offers more Pokémon from previous generations that could be caught, such as the first generation's legendary birds ([[Articuno]], [[Zapdos]] and [[Moltres]]) or the third generation's legendary Regi- Pokémon ([[Regirock]], [[Regice]] and [[Registeel]]). | ''Pokémon: Platinum'' version features newly designed clothing for the player characters as well as new graphics for all of the characters and Pokémon. Like with most alternate versions, ''Platinum'' excludes several Pokémon that can only be obtained by trading with other versions. However, ''Platinum'' also offers more Pokémon from previous generations that could be caught, such as the first generation's legendary birds ([[Articuno]], [[Zapdos]] and [[Moltres]]) or the third generation's legendary Regi- Pokémon ([[Regirock]], [[Regice]] and [[Registeel]]). | ||
| − | The most notable new feature would be the addition of a Battle Frontier, like the one in ''Emerald'', that can be accessed upon completion of the Elite Four challenge. The game is also refocused to focus on [[Giratina]], who will appear instead of [[Dialga]] and [[Palkia]] at Spear Pillar during the [[Team Galactic]] event, and a new area called the [[Distortion | + | The most notable new feature would be the addition of a Battle Frontier, like the one in ''Emerald'', that can be accessed upon completion of the Elite Four challenge. The game is also refocused to focus on [[Giratina]], who will appear instead of [[Dialga]] and [[Palkia]] at Spear Pillar during the [[Team Galactic]] event, and a new area called the [[Distortion Zone]] must be explored to reach it. Additionally, both Dialga and Palkia can be caught afterwards at the Spear Pillar (where only one of the two could be found in the other versions). The storyline also features new characters, such as [[Charon]] and [[Looker]]. |
==Connectivity== | ==Connectivity== | ||
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''Platinum'' can connect to other copies of the game as well as ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl'' through both the DS wireless connection and the [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection]]. Along with trading and battling, the games can also connect to play minigames in the underground. It can also trade and battle with copies of ''[[Pokémon: HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver]]''. | ''Platinum'' can connect to other copies of the game as well as ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl'' through both the DS wireless connection and the [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection]]. Along with trading and battling, the games can also connect to play minigames in the underground. It can also trade and battle with copies of ''[[Pokémon: HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver]]''. | ||
| − | + | Using the dongle method, Pokémon from ''[[Pokémon: Ruby and Sapphire Versions]]'', ''[[Pokémon: FireRed and LeafGreen Versions]]'', and ''[[Pokémon Emerald Version]]'' can be uploaded to ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl''. Once the Pokémon is in ''Diamond'' or ''Pearl'', it can't be transferred back. The player then has to recapture it in the PAL Park. | |
| − | ''[[Pokémon Battle Revolution]]'' also connects to ''Platinum''. Pokémon from the [[Nintendo DS|DS]] game can be transferred to ''Battle Revolution'' to battle (although the game does not have graphics for ''Platinum''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s new alternate | + | ''Platinum'' is also able to connect with ''[[Pokémon Ranger]]''. By completing a special mission in ''Pokémon Ranger'', players can transfer a [[Manaphy]] egg to ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl''. |
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| + | ''[[Pokémon Battle Revolution]]'' also connects to ''Platinum''. Pokémon from the [[Nintendo DS|DS]] game can be transferred to ''Battle Revolution'' to battle (although the game does not have graphics for ''Platinum''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s new alternate formes). Upon completing the Story Mode of the game, a Special Mystery gift is obtainable. Mystery Gift must be already activated on ''Platinum''. ''Platinum'' also compatible with ''[[My Pokémon Ranch]]'', but only in Japan, as it was made possible through an update that was never made available internationally. | ||
The three final Pokemon, which can only be obtained through Nintendo Events, are [[Darkrai]], [[Shaymin]], and [[Arceus]]. Additionally the Secret Key, which is used to access [[Rotom]]'s new formes, can only be obtained through a Nintendo events. | The three final Pokemon, which can only be obtained through Nintendo Events, are [[Darkrai]], [[Shaymin]], and [[Arceus]]. Additionally the Secret Key, which is used to access [[Rotom]]'s new formes, can only be obtained through a Nintendo events. | ||
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==Ports/Remakes== | ==Ports/Remakes== | ||
| − | *In 2021, the fourth generation was remade as ''[[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl]]''. These remakes were based almost entirely on ''Diamond''/''Pearl'' and only included a few elements from ''Platinum''. The ''Platinum'' outfit for the player character was available as a bonus for early purchases of the game, the Pokémon found in the Underground were based on the Pokémon added for the ''Platinum'' version of the Pokédex, and Elite Four members used their ''Platinum'' rosters for rematches. Major elements of ''Platinum'' (such as Charon | + | *In 2021, the fourth generation was remade as ''[[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl]]''. These remakes were based almost entirely on ''Diamond''/''Pearl'' and only included a few elements from ''Platinum''. The ''Platinum'' outfit for the player character was available as a bonus for early purchases of the game, the Pokémon found in the Underground were based on the Pokémon added for the ''Platinum'' version of the Pokédex, and Elite Four members used their ''Platinum'' rosters for rematches. Major elements of ''Platinum'' (such as Charon, the Distortion World and the Battle Frontier) were not included, however. |
==Sequels== | ==Sequels== | ||