It’s unclear why Game Freak has decided to move away from 2D sprites, and it’s also unclear if this is a permanent direction or just for these specific releases. In fact, it’s worth noting that none ...

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Pokémon Black & White 2 includes 3D models alongside traditional 2D animation, but Gamefreak isn't keen on ditching sprites altogether. "There are definitely good aspects to both 3D and 2D. For ...