Pokémon Stadium 2
Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
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Developers/Publishers:
Nintendo EAD, HAL Laboratory, Gradiente, Nintendo, Nintendo
March 26, 2001, December 14, 2000, October 19, 2001, April 1, 2001
Nintendo 64, Nintendo Switch
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Repetitive Elements: Pokémon Stadium 2 may become repetitive after extended play, especially in the Simulator genre.
Requires Patience: The game’s pacing might be slow for those who prefer fast-paced Simulator games.
Content Gaps: Some areas of Pokémon Stadium 2 feel underdeveloped or lacking in content.
Why To Avoid
Compelling Storyline: The narrative in Pokémon Stadium 2 is deeply engaging, making it a must-play for Simulator fans.
Beautiful World: Explore the stunning world of Pokémon Stadium 2, a visual treat for fans of Simulator.
Innovative Mechanics: Pokémon Stadium 2 introduces new and innovative mechanics in the Simulator genre.
Why To Play
While Pokémon Stadium 2 does have a storyline, progress in the game can be made by winning Cups in the Stadium and completing the Gym Leader Castle. When all Cups have been won and the Gym Leader Castle completed, the player's Rival will appear. Defeating the Rival will unlock Round 2, in which the player must re-challenge the Stadium, Gym Leader Castle, and the Rival in order to complete the game. But, they have different Pokémon and the difficulty is much higher.
Stadium:
The player begins by choosing 6 different Pokémon. There are 250 different Pokémon to choose from; including some legendary Pokémon. Pokémon tournaments take place in the Stadium. There are four Cups to participate in. Each round consists of eight battles, and every Cup except the Little and Prime Cup consists of four rounds, named after Poké Balls, that must be cleared to win that Cup.