New Pokemon game... kinda. (B/W 2)

[Imaginary Fox]

So there was a big announcement on Pokemon Smash regarding a new game, which had been teased about earlier by Junichi Masuda.
Two new games, Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 were revealed, but little information was given. They're basically direct sequels, the first in the series. They're due in Japan in June, and will be for DS.

I don't see how they can be super incredible games coming out so soon. Its cool they're doing something like this, but I'll reserve much judgement until I see more.
I still havn't picked up Black or White, largely in hopes of just picking up Grey later (which may never happen), but if the new games are better and there isn't a lot of incentive to having played the first one, I may just pick up one of the sequels. If not, maybe Black and White will price drop a bit. Either way I'm sure we have a while for it to show up in NA.

http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/02/pokemon_black_and_white_version_2_announced  

[Im_Magically_Delici0us]

Would be interesting, i know when i went to the official pokemon site. The first thing that pops up is that.  

[s11jande]

I wouldn't mind if they used Unova again as long as they add distinct new area and/or change the current areas. A time skip (say, 10 years) would do the trick.

I would also like the plot to focus less on gyms and badges, and make it seem more like a quest. Maybe instead of gyms, there could be temples and dungeons to explore. Instead of badges to collect, you need to gather 8 artifacts (orbs, gems, instruments, whatever). The evil team(s) could also be trying to accomplish the same goal, and you'll cross paths a few times.

Of course N would have to return and help or hinder the playable character in some way.

As for the playable character, it will probably be a new character that gets caught up in an epic quest. The playable character from Black/White will appear as a "final" boss with Level 70 pokemon.

The Pokemon roster probably won't change that much. If anything, they'll add a few new forms in, and include some pre-Gen V pokemon from the begining.  

[Imaginary Fox]

So, they've said already it can be expected in Fall in NA and Europe.
http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/02/north_america_gets_pokemon_black_and_white_2_this_fall

I am curious if the Pokemon lineup will change much. I'd think they'd have to at least some, or people who played the first one wouldn't really want to play it.  

[Im_Magically_Delici0us]

Yea new pokemon would be awesome, but they do say "Fans can anticipate plenty of new surprises" So only time will tell when more info is given.  

[II-Final Shadow-II]

Kitsune_rei

So, they've said already it can be expected in Fall in NA and Europe.
http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/02/north_america_gets_pokemon_black_and_white_2_this_fall

I am curious if the Pokemon lineup will change much. I'd think they'd have to at least some, or people who played the first one wouldn't really want to play it.

OMG... kit you might wanna see this:
http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-black-version-2-pokemon-white-version-2/  

[Imaginary Fox]

They still havn't said much other than the legendary Pokemon and that one Melody one. sweatdrop  

[Aerliniel]

I hope that it will be good, I wish that there was more information 3nodding  

[Imaginary Fox]

Box art! And that's about all we've been getting about it. I think they'll be waiting for the summer games to get their share before they talk too much about it.
And they are ice/dragon pokemon. They make their legendaries so weird. But I like these more than some of them.

http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/03/pokemon_black_and_white_2_box_art_revealed

 

[Heihei Sol]

Here is a video.
Pokemon B&W 2  

[Imaginary Fox]

The Pokemon Smash show gameplay video was kinda boring, though it was funny to see the new legendary taking down Reshiram and other lvl 50 Pokemon in 1 hit.

The game really looks like it should be in 3D. Its a shame its not.

It looks good, and I'm considering getting it, but its Pokemon. How much can it really change between games other than looking nicer, and tweaking the side minigames?

I want that unicorn Pokemon. I bet that's an event-only thing like Celebi etc crying
When I was looking into B/W, I was peeved that Zorua/Zoroark aren't actually normally in the game. Jerks!  

[Imaginary Fox]

More on this game!
http://www.siliconera.com/2012/06/15/pokemon-black-white-2s-version-exclusive-features-and-more/

Also, Keldeo. I don't know why I like him.
http://www.siliconera.com/2012/06/15/keldeos-two-forms-in-pokemon-black-white-2/
(Who will be in the Pokedex Pro app.)  

[Imaginary Fox]

More teasers for this game!
http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/06/a_very_short_pokemon_black_and_white_2_teaser_trailer

Apparently its already out in Japan (that seems fast!) eek  

[Imaginary Fox]

Its has been officially announced for October 7th!
http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2012/06/pokemon_black_and_white_2_hits_the_west_in_october

The Dream Radar eShop download will be the same day, but the Pokedex Pro is still just "autumn."