Pokémon Shield
Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
by Game Freak
Score
Ratings
Published
6.4
3
2019
IGDB 6.6 · Players 5.0
6.5
5.0
4.0
4.0
Information
Consoles
Nintendo Switch
How Long to Beat
Rushed30h
Main story55h
Developer
Game Freak
Publisher
The Pokémon CompanyGame Modes
Single player, Multiplayer
Release Date
Nov 15, 2019
Age Rating
PEGI 7ESRB E
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Information
Consoles
Nintendo Switch
Developer
Game Freak
Publisher
The Pokémon CompanyGame Modes
Single player, Multiplayer
Release Date
Nov 15, 2019
Age Rating
PEGI 7ESRB E
How Long to Beat
30h
Rushed
55h
Main story
—
Completionist
Synopsis:
Pokémon Shield is a role-playing game set in the Galar region, a fictional land inspired by the United Kingdom. Players control a young Pokémon Trainer who catches and trains creatures called Pokémon, battling other trainers in turn-based combat. The game introduces the Dynamax and Gigantamax mechanics, which temporarily transform Pokémon into giant forms with enhanced abilities. Progression follows the traditional Gym Challenge structure, requiring players to defeat eight Gym Leaders before competing for the League Championship. The game features an open Wild Area with free-roaming Pokémon, cooperative raid battles for up to four players, and camping activities. Pokémon Shield is the companion title to Pokémon Sword, with certain Pokémon and Gym Leaders exclusive to each version.
Where to play
DLC & Expansions (2)
Media
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