Pokemon Gold
About this item
- collect 250 Pokemon
- each Pokemon has unique skills
- collect badges to enter the Pokemon League
- trade Pokemon via link cable
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Product information
ASIN | B00004TEYR |
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Release date | October 15, 2000 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #44,872 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #55 in Game Boy Color Games |
Product Dimensions | 2.36 x 2.13 x 0.31 inches; 0.64 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Everyone |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 0.64 ounces |
Manufacturer | Nintendo |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. |
Date First Available | April 28, 2000 |
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Pokémon: Gold Version, one in the series of games that includes Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow, features special added characters and brand-new moves, and even gives you the ability to mutate your Pokémon into dramatically different new characters. Starting out as a rookie Trainer, you'll embark on a quest to capture as many Pokémon as you possibly can. Some familiar faces pop up in the tall grass and dozens of new Pokémon make their debuts. Try your hand at new attacks and witness surprising evolutions while filling your Pokédex with the latest discoveries. Platform: Game Boy Color, ESRB Rating: Everyone, Genre: Strategy
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Featuring a new adventure that's filled with numerous enhancements and innovations, this long-awaited sequel to Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow greatly improves upon the series' winning formula, and makes for an even more insanely addictive and wholly absorbing gaming experience.
Like Pokémon Silver--which essentially is the same story, with minor gameplay variations--Pokémon Gold casts players in the familiar role of a young Pokémon Trainer who's out to collect as many different kinds of Pokémon as possible. As in previous games, gameplay consists mostly of exploration (completing various quests in the process) and Pokémon battles, which employ a unique battle system that's like a complex twist on rock-paper-scissors.
But, despite the similarities, it's quite apparent that Pokémon Gold is a whole new ball game from the start. The game is played out in real time, with the current time and day of the week (recorded by an internal clock) having a direct impact on gameplay elements, such as what Pokémon you'll find in the wild, and when certain events occur and characters appear.
While there are too many new and improved features in Pokémon Gold to list here, among the highlights are 100 new Pokémon (including two new types), new evolution processes (including breeding), and a more streamlined game interface that has better-organized menus and button shortcuts.
Although it's easier to progress in Pokémon Gold than in the previous games, the sheer amount of fun and game time that's involved is daunting. You'd be hard-pressed to find a better value than this one. --Joe Hon
Pros:
- Insanely addictive and wholly absorbing gaming experience
- Time and day of week impact gameplay directly
- Bevy of new features and hidden secrets
- Improved graphics and more streamlined game interface Cons:
- Minor compatibility issues when using Game Link with previous versions
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Customers like the quality and performance of the game. For example, they say it's a great game with fantastic gameplay. That said, some complain about the saving issues and the battery. They also say the game doesn't save and the seller didn't replace the save battery. As for the playability, they're disappointed. Opinions are mixed on the condition and value of the product.
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Customers like the quality of the game. They say it's a great game, the gameplay is fantastic, and the game itself is fun. Some customers also mention that the quality is amazing and the games runs like a champ.
"This is an awesome game! I got Pokemon Silver for Christmas last year & decided to buy this to go along with it...." Read more
"One of the best Pokémon games ever made" Read more
"This game sure is a classic, and still one of my favorite games from the Pokemon series...." Read more
"...Though, at one point, the game malfunctioned and he made the terrible decision to save in a glitchy state and he lost his Ho-Oh, Lugia, and..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the video game software. They mention that it works well, saves, and doesn't glitch out. Some mention that the battery was replaced and that the cartridge was fairly clean.
"...Not only was the game working perfectly when it arrived, but the seller also put in a new battery to make sure the saving function will last for a..." Read more
"the game came fine, and it worked as well as it should. but one problem. it would'nt hold a save file...." Read more
"...The game worked great, sound was perfect, graphics never aged a year but one thing that took away that experience was the Save Function...." Read more
"Ordered Pokémon Gold and everything was perfect...." Read more
Customers find the graphics in the video game interesting, amazing, and never aged a year. They also say the game looks and plays like it's new.
"...What I received was a fantastic looking cartridge, very obvious cleaning done prior to the sale, and the game saves and time still occurs, thank you..." Read more
"...The game worked great, sound was perfect, graphics never aged a year but one thing that took away that experience was the Save Function...." Read more
"...i think i could be pretty good someday. the graphics are awsome for such an old game! and i love the gameplay and the way you battle! its so simple!..." Read more
"...I got it with a new battery, at a relatively cheap price, and it looks amazing...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the condition of the video game software. Some mention it's in great condition, while others say that it arrived in poor condition and was defective.
"...It arrived sooner than we thought. While it was used, it was in great condition...." Read more
"Very Good condition, the sticker and the game case was very good condition, alittle scratches here and there but still good,the game system works..." Read more
"...This is game that is no longer manufactured, and made only for the GAME BOY Color unit...." Read more
"bought from Gamer Girls. Cartridge looked brand new. Plays well using my transfer pak and N64" Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the video game software. Some mention that the save functions are worth the price, while others say that it's absolutely not worth the money and a waste of money.
"...use an HM move outside of battle by pressing A; and being able to earn money postgame...." Read more
"...When I turn it on the main menu. It just says new game and options. Total ripoff" Read more
"...I would recomment this dealer to anyone and everyone. Price was more than reasonable, Im not expecting a tip top shape product but none the less the..." Read more
"...Maybe longer. This game is certainly worth the money." Read more
Customers are disappointed with the saving feature of the game. They say that it doesn't work, and the game deletes the save file when they eject the cartridge.
"...is the fact taht it has a save battery, meaning if it dies, you lose your save file. Other than that, great game. Not one to miss." Read more
"Save files don't work, so have to start the game from beginning over and over again...." Read more
"Didn't save, and I realized this after my brother got to Violet City...." Read more
"...but one problem. it would'nt hold a save file. and i tried to email the seller, but no response. that's right seller had no time for his customers...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery of the video game software. They mention that it was dead, faulty, and dried out after first use.
"...complaint I have with Gold & Silver however, is the fact taht it has a save battery, meaning if it dies, you lose your save file...." Read more
"...the actual state of the product, as this cartridge with a non-functional save battery was misrepresented in the product description, and was really..." Read more
"...after about 10 years in use or not the battery needs to be replaced. Replacing the battery requires special screwdriver and..." Read more
"...absence of the Pokeflute; no access to the Safari Zone; and the shorter battery life..." Read more
Customers have issues with the playability of the video game software. They mention that it freezes up and cannot save any game progress. The game only plays for a few minutes before it freeze. Customers also say that the game is impossible to play through and would not even start.
"...Went back to play it and game didn’t save, was no continue game just start a new game and option...." Read more
"...game itself gets to the point to actually play it it will freeze within 5 minutes of play...." Read more
"My game arrived with black marker all over the front. Game only plays for a few minutes before freezing. Not worth the $50 I was charged" Read more
"...Tried, and retried playing the game for 2 days and it freezes up before the game even starts." Read more
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battery available thru AMAZON.COM, costing about 6-10 dollars. depending on what models you choose. the replacement procedure is easy, and requires a soldering iron, solder sucker. This game was purchased as a Birthday Gift for our daughter, 13 Years of age. I would have no problem recommending this to anyone else who might have the early game as there are many cartridges available at reasonable prices under 20 or 30 dollars. We purchased the gold collectors cartridge as it is just that a collectors item.
What I received was a fantastic looking cartridge, very obvious cleaning done prior to the sale, and the game saves and time still occurs, thank you very much for just being an honest company. I will be purchasing the final few games I need to complete my childhood from this company
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2015
What I received was a fantastic looking cartridge, very obvious cleaning done prior to the sale, and the game saves and time still occurs, thank you very much for just being an honest company. I will be purchasing the final few games I need to complete my childhood from this company
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However, I'm writing this review more as a warning for those buying used copies of the game. I have just received my order of this game from an independent seller. The game turned out to be a fake/reproduction cartridge despite it not being indicated as such. The plastic is cheap, the joining of the plastic on one side is half-open because the battery just barely fits, the screw on the back is not the correct screw and it is in the wrong position, and the writing on the plastic reads 'GAME' rather than 'Nintendo GAME BOY', which is a notorious indication of a reproduction.
While the cartridge does work (at least as far as I can tell), just beware that if you are paying genuine prices, you should NOT be receiving non-genuine games. My advice is to read the descriptions carefully, ask for photos of the cartridge from independent sellers, or just stick with reputable sellers.
I am currently seeking a refund for my fake game.
However as Pokémon games go, this was great fun! Most of the Pokémon community will know what I mean with a Nuzlocke, but for those who don't, in essence you give yourself certain restrictions to make the games harder, and I decided to play my first play through as a Nulocke.
And it was tough, for the first time I felt a difficulty in the main game that I hadn't felt before,
now, yes I had made it harder than it normally would be,
however, I can most certainly say that this game is still no pushover.
Maybe because of that it's not the best game to start with (unlike Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald/Fire Red/Leaf Green/X/Y, but definitely good for grizzled veterans who haven't played this. :)