Editor`s note: As of November 13 at 6 am PT, the Pokemon Go-compatible features in the Let`s Go games are not yet available. We will update this review in progress when those features, which include transferring Pokemon from Go to Let`s Go, are live and we`ve had a chance to test them.Pokemon Let`s Go Pikachu and Let`s Go Eevee are gorgeous--albeit lean--reimaginings of one of the series` most beloved adventures. While some features fans have come to expect are missing--like abilities, breeding, and held items--Let`s Go has an admirable amount of depth for a game aimed at a younger audience that has never played a Pokemon RPG. Both games may not have the same lasting appeal as previous entries, but revisiting Kanto and catching some of the series` most iconic creatures makes the journey worthwhile.Pokemon Let`s Go Pikachu and Let`s Go Eevee take you back to Kanto, the home of Pokemon Red, Blue, and Yellow. Not much has changed structurally, but the previously 8-bit region has been realized in vibrant detail. Revisiting some of the series` most memorable locations like Viridian Forest and Saffron City on a big screen is an absolute joy. Areas that were once composed of lines and simple shapes are now colorful forests and detailed cities. Pokemon both big and small roam the wilds, giving personality to the region--you can watch a tiny Horsea speed through the waves or a massive Onix slink through a dark cave. The catchy original soundtrack has also been remastered, and it sounds better than ever.Those familiar with the originals or their remakes, FireRed and LeafGreen, should have no trouble navigating the world. After you`re introduced to your partner Pokemon (Pikachu or Eevee depending on the version you choose) you set out on an adventure to collect Gym badges, defeat the Elite Four, and put an end to Team Rocket. While there are a few surprises, the layout of the region and your progression through it is nearly identical to the originals. Fortunately, Letīs Go ...
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