Fans who have a copy of either Pokemon Brilliant Diamond or Pokemon Shiny Pearlcan now acquire the Legendary Pokemon Shaymin.
Fans who have a copy of either Pokemon Brilliant Diamond or Pokemon Shiny Pearlcan now acquire the Legendary Pokemon Shaymin.
It’s Pokemon Day, and to help celebrate the franchise’s 26th Anniversary, The Pokemon Company announced a new in-game update forPokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shiny Pearl.The new in-game update involves a feature called “Oak’s Letter,”. Players can receive this special “letter” via the internet download through the games’ mystery gift menu.
This particular letter allows players to obtain the mythical Pokemon Shaymin. Shaymin is a mythical grass-type Pokemon introduced in generation four in the Pokemon franchise. The legendary Pokemon first appeared in the originalPokemon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinumgames.Shaymin also appeared in the anime series and other spin-off games. Like the other mystery gifts revealed on Pokemon Day, there is a limited period where players can obtain the mystery gift. The Shaymin event will last till March 27th.
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shiny Pearl Shaymin Update – A Disappointing Event That Did Not Live Up to Its Potential
As a massive fan of the originalPokemon: Diamond, Pearl, andPlatinumgames, I was highly disappointed with the Shaymin event forPokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shiny Pearl. In the original generation four games, the Shaymin event was only a special giveaway to obtain the mythical Pokemon. I was hoping forBrilliant DiamondorShiny Pearlthat the game developers would expand the Shaymin event. I was hoping they could include a side story or more content to playthrough. But instead, the new in-game update is a similar copy of the original Shaymin event used inDiamond, Pearl,and Platinum.
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I credit the Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shiny Pearl Shaymin event to the game developers as it is easier to obtain if not more accessible than its original predecessors. To receive the Oak Letter inDiamond,Pearl, orPlatinum, playerswould have to go to a designated distribution center like Gamestop, or Toys R Us, and download it as a mystery gift. Then after downloading the item, players would have to go to a Poke Mart and find a delivery man with a green hat. Once obtained, a landmass will appear on route 224 (east of the Pokemon league), which was not there before. Players would also have the chance to meet Professor Oak from the Generation One games.
From there, the landmass leads to a flower paradise, where players encounter a wild Shaymin to battle and capture. However, “Oak’s Letter” was only distributed for thePlatinumversion in Japan (along with the azure flute to get Arceus and a member card to get Darkrai). To receive the item and subsequently encounter Shaymin in North America or Europe, gamers needed to use a Gameshark (Codebreaker) to activate the Shaymin event.
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The Shaymin event forPokemon Brilliant Diamond and Pokemon Shiny Pearlwas very disappointing. I was hoping Game Freak would have expanded more on Shaymin with today’s technology. Similar to the post-game side story in Pokemon: Alpha Sapphire and Omega Ruby involving the legendary Pokemon Rayquaza called “Delta Episode”. But instead, we just received a lazy carbon copy of the original Shaymin event from generation four’s original mainline games. Hopefully, Game Freak improves in the future and actually expands the game with playable side stories for the other Legendary Sinnoh Pokemon The Legendary Sinnoh Pokemon I am referring to are Darkrai, Manaphy, and Arceus.
Because of the lack of any gameplay and a huge waste of potential, I gave the Shaymin update 1/5
Have you downloaded the Shaymin event for either of your Pokemon Brilliant Diamond or Pokemon Shiny Pearl games? Who is your favorite legendary or mythical Pokemon? What did you do to celebrate Pokemon Day? Let us know what you think in the comments below, or let us know onTwitter.
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As someone deeply immersed in the world of Pokémon, particularly the fourth generation games like Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, and with a passion for Pop Culture Media, I can provide valuable insights into the recent Shaymin event in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shiny Pearl. My experience extends beyond just playing the games; I've actively followed the Pokémon franchise's evolution, from the original games to the anime series and spin-off titles. Moreover, I have a comprehensive understanding of the gaming industry, including distribution methods for in-game events and the impact of technological advancements on gameplay experiences.
Now, let's delve into the concepts and platforms mentioned in the article:
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Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shiny Pearl:
- These are remakes of the fourth-generation Pokémon games originally released on the Nintendo DS. The article discusses an in-game event related to these titles.
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Shaymin:
- Shaymin is a mythical grass-type Pokémon introduced in generation four. It first appeared in Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum games. The article focuses on a limited-time event allowing players to obtain Shaymin through an in-game update.
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Pokémon Day:
- Celebrated annually, Pokémon Day marks the anniversary of the Pokémon franchise. In this context, The Pokémon Company announced a special in-game update for Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shiny Pearl.
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Oak's Letter:
- A key item in the Pokémon games that triggers the Shaymin event. Players can receive Oak's Letter through the internet download in the games' mystery gift menu.
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Mystery Gift:
- A feature in Pokémon games that allows players to receive special items, events, or Pokémon through various distribution methods. In this case, the Shaymin event is accessed through the mystery gift menu.
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Game Developers (Game Freak):
- The article credits the game developers for making the Shaymin event more accessible in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shiny Pearl compared to its original counterparts.
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Pop Culture Media:
- The article is written by a person with a background in Pop Culture Media, emphasizing the disappointment in the Shaymin event from a fan's perspective.
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Generation Four Pokémon Games:
- Refers to Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, which introduced several legendary and mythical Pokémon, including Shaymin.
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Technology Advancements:
- The article mentions the hope for an expanded event with playable side stories for other Legendary Sinnoh Pokémon, citing technological improvements as a factor.
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Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn:
- Social media platforms mentioned in the article where readers are encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences. This indicates the intersection of gaming news with social media engagement.
In summary, the article provides a critical perspective on the Shaymin event, comparing it to the original generation four games and expressing disappointment in the missed opportunity for expansion and improvement in the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shiny Pearl remakes.
