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{{Infobox game |colorscheme=black 2|bordercolorscheme=white 2 | {{Infobox game |colorscheme=black 2|bordercolorscheme=white 2 | ||
|name=<span style="color:# | |name=<span style="color:#FFF">Pokémon Black Version 2</span> | ||
|name2=<span style="color:# | |name2=<span style="color:#FFF">Pokémon White Version 2</span> | ||
|jname=<span style="color:# | |jname=<span style="color:#FFF">ポケットモンスター ブラック ２</span> | ||
|jname2=<span style="color:# | |jname2=<span style="color:#FFF">ポケットモンスター ホワイト ２</span> | ||
|boxart=Black 2 EN boxart.png | |boxart=Black 2 EN boxart.png | ||
|boxart2=White 2 EN boxart.png | |boxart2=White 2 EN boxart.png | ||
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|oflc=G | |oflc=G | ||
|grb=ALL | |grb=ALL | ||
|gsrr=6+ | |||
|release_date_ja=June 23, 2012<ref>[http://item.rakuten.co.jp/at-pg/4000840008/ Reputable Pokémon Merchandise site]</ref> | |release_date_ja=June 23, 2012<ref>[http://item.rakuten.co.jp/at-pg/4000840008/ Reputable Pokémon Merchandise site]</ref> | ||
|release_date_na=October 7, 2012<ref>[http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=34106 Nintendo of America pressroom]{{dead link}}</ref> | |release_date_na=October 7, 2012<ref>[http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=34106 Nintendo of America pressroom]{{dead link}}</ref> | ||
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|release_date_eu=October 12, 2012<ref>[http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-2/#en-gb/home Pokémon UK]</ref> | |release_date_eu=October 12, 2012<ref>[http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-2/#en-gb/home Pokémon UK]</ref> | ||
|release_date_kr=November 8, 2012<ref>[http://b2w2.pokemonkorea.co.kr/main.html# Pokémon Korea]</ref> | |release_date_kr=November 8, 2012<ref>[http://b2w2.pokemonkorea.co.kr/main.html# Pokémon Korea]</ref> | ||
|release_date_hk=June 23, 2012 | |||
|release_date_tw=June 23, 2012 | |||
|website_ja=[http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ds/irej/ Nintendo.co.jp]<br>[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/ Official site] | |website_ja=[http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ds/irej/ Nintendo.co.jp]<br>[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/b2w2/ Official site] | ||
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ Pokémon.com]<br>[https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/iSk_xW9HIh_4kbq6bVfRyao_zEH3nFDt Nintendo.com (Black 2)]<br>[https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/T8CzApFE8sElWVp7aWYnU73wWaSdE5n3 Nintendo.com (White 2)]<br>[http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-2/ Official site] | |website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-black-version-2-and-pokemon-white-version-2/ Pokémon.com]<br>[https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/iSk_xW9HIh_4kbq6bVfRyao_zEH3nFDt Nintendo.com (Black 2)]<br>[https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/T8CzApFE8sElWVp7aWYnU73wWaSdE5n3 Nintendo.com (White 2)]<br>[http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/pokemon-black-and-white-2/ Official site] | ||
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* {{p|Zorua}}, {{p|Zoroark}} and {{TM|95|Snarl}}, which were previously accessible through Nintendo events only, can now be found within the game without any special requirements. | * {{p|Zorua}}, {{p|Zoroark}} and {{TM|95|Snarl}}, which were previously accessible through Nintendo events only, can now be found within the game without any special requirements. | ||
* The [[Forces of Nature]] are notably the only [[Unova]] regional Pokémon absent from either game and must be obtained through the [[Pokémon Dream Radar]] and then transferred or alternatively they can be traded from {{2v2|Black|White}}. The Dream Radar is also necessary to obtain their new [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Forces of Nature|forms]]. | * The [[Forces of Nature]] are notably the only [[Unova]] regional Pokémon absent from either game and must be obtained through the [[Pokémon Dream Radar]] and then transferred or alternatively they can be traded from {{2v2|Black|White}}. The Dream Radar is also necessary to obtain their new [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Forces of Nature|forms]]. | ||
* Breeding was changed—the {{ | * Breeding was changed—the {{DL|Out-of-battle effect item|Everstone}} now always passes down Nature (if both parents hold Everstone, one parent's Nature is randomly picked). | ||
* All {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}}s will now [[rematch|challenge the player again]] every time the player crosses their line of sight after exiting and re-entering the areas in which they are found. | * All {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}}s will now [[rematch|challenge the player again]] every time the player crosses their line of sight after exiting and re-entering the areas in which they are found. | ||
* [[Hidden Grotto]]es are introduced and scattered all over Unova, giving access to many items and Pokémon with their Hidden Abilities, many of which were previously unobtainable. | * [[Hidden Grotto]]es are introduced and scattered all over Unova, giving access to many items and Pokémon with their Hidden Abilities, many of which were previously unobtainable. | ||
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* [[Rood]], [[Zinzolin]] and the [[Shadow Triad]] are battled as part of the story. | * [[Rood]], [[Zinzolin]] and the [[Shadow Triad]] are battled as part of the story. | ||
* The Gym Leader order has changed to Cheren, Roxie, Burgh, Elesa, Clay, Skyla, Drayden, Marlon. | * The Gym Leader order has changed to Cheren, Roxie, Burgh, Elesa, Clay, Skyla, Drayden, Marlon. | ||
* Iris | * Alder is replaced by Iris as the Champion of Unova. | ||
* Ghetsis returns and plans to freeze Unova with Kyurem. | * Ghetsis returns and plans to freeze Unova with Kyurem. | ||
* N returns to Unova with either Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}} or Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}}, who is then fused with Kyurem to form either Black Kyurem{{sup/5|B2}} or White Kyurem{{sup/5|W2}}. | * N returns to Unova with either Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}} or Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}}, who is then fused with Kyurem to form either Black Kyurem{{sup/5|B2}} or White Kyurem{{sup/5|W2}}. | ||
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* Another new attraction introduced is the [[Pokéstar Studios]], located in Virbank City, where the player takes part in many different movies. Brycen and [[Sabrina]] appear here. | * Another new attraction introduced is the [[Pokéstar Studios]], located in Virbank City, where the player takes part in many different movies. Brycen and [[Sabrina]] appear here. | ||
* Lenora revives the player's Fossils. | * Lenora revives the player's Fossils. | ||
* Several new | * Several new Key Items exclusive to Black and White 2 are introduced. | ||
* During the post-game, the player may find [[N]] at his castle and on the first visit, battles his Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}} or Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}}, who is free for capture after defeating N. Subsequent battles can be done once a season and feature N using a team of Pokémon centered around that season. | * During the post-game, the player may find [[N]] at his castle and on the first visit, battles his Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}} or Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}}, who is free for capture after defeating N. Subsequent battles can be done once a season and feature N using a team of Pokémon centered around that season. | ||
* Several areas that were previously limited to the post-game of Black and White are now part of the main story. In contrast, some of the areas that were formerly part of the main story are now limited to the post-game. | * Several areas that were previously limited to the post-game of Black and White are now part of the main story. In contrast, some of the areas that were formerly part of the main story are now limited to the post-game. | ||
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* {{rt|4|Unova}} has changed drastically and also differs between Black 2 and White 2. | * {{rt|4|Unova}} has changed drastically and also differs between Black 2 and White 2. | ||
* {{un|Victory Road}} changed drastically from [[Victory Road (Black and White)|Black and White]] to [[Victory Road (Black 2 and White 2)|Black 2 and White 2]] as well and differs in appearance between Black 2 and White 2. It has also changed location. | * {{un|Victory Road}} changed drastically from [[Victory Road (Black and White)|Black and White]] to [[Victory Road (Black 2 and White 2)|Black 2 and White 2]] as well and differs in appearance between Black 2 and White 2. It has also changed location. | ||
* [[Challenger's Cave]]'s entrance collapsed, while {{rt|10|Unova}} was blocked off due to a landslide on Victory Road, making both areas inaccessible. | * [[Challenger's Cave]]'s entrance collapsed, while {{rt|10|Unova}} was blocked off due to a landslide on Victory Road, making both areas inaccessible. | ||
* In place of [[Cold Storage]], there is now the [[Pokémon World Tournament]]. | * In place of [[Cold Storage]], there is now the [[Pokémon World Tournament]]. | ||
* Places marked on the map with green dots in Black and White are now marked with green squares. Also, now when they are tapped they become red (though they still cannot be flown to). This was only true of [[Liberty Garden]] in Black and White. | * Places marked on the map with green dots in Black and White are now marked with green squares. Also, now when they are tapped they become red (though they still cannot be flown to). This was only true of [[Liberty Garden]] in Black and White. | ||
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===Pokémon World Tournament=== | ===Pokémon World Tournament=== | ||
{{main|Pokémon World Tournament}} | {{main|Pokémon World Tournament}} | ||
A new facility featured in Black 2 and White 2 is the Pokémon World Tournament, where the player is able to battle every [[Gym Leader]] and {{pkmn|Champion}} (except [[Koga]] and [[Iris]]) from the core series games in various types of battles. | A new facility featured in Black 2 and White 2 is the Pokémon World Tournament, where the player is able to battle every [[Gym Leader]] and {{pkmn|Champion}} (except [[Koga]] and [[Iris]]) from the core series games in various types of battles. | ||
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===Seasons=== | ===Seasons=== | ||
{{main|Seasons}} | {{main|Seasons}} | ||
Seasons once again return to the games. In addition to covering the entire screen upon starting the games, a text box appears at the bottom of the screen presenting the current season every time a new area is entered. | Seasons once again return to the games. In addition to covering the entire screen upon starting the games, a text box appears at the bottom of the screen presenting the current season every time a new area is entered. | ||
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===Sprite animations=== | ===Sprite animations=== | ||
Just like in {{game|Black and White|s}}, the Pokémon sprites are fully animated and move throughout battles. However, unlike Black and White, every Trainer in the game has battle animations, as well as more frames which allow for smoother animations. | Just like in {{game|Black and White|s}}, the Pokémon sprites are fully animated and move throughout battles. However, unlike Black and White, every Trainer in the game has battle animations, as well as more frames which allow for smoother animations. | ||
The game also introduces new entry sprite animations for Pokémon, much as if it were a [[Shiny Pokémon]]. | The game also introduces new entry sprite animations for Pokémon, much as if it were a [[Shiny Pokémon]]. | ||
* [[N's Pokémon]], which are obtainable through [[Memory Link]], (with the exception of N's {{p|Zorua}}, who is obtainable during the main plot) have a green/yellow diamond shine, along with their own sound. | * [[N's Pokémon]], which are obtainable through [[Memory Link]], (with the exception of N's {{p|Zorua}}, who is obtainable during the main plot) have a green/yellow diamond shine, along with their own sound. | ||
* Also, in the [[Pokéstar Studios]], when a player successfully completes a movie with their Pokémon in an unusual matter by deviating from the script, their Pokémon will become a star and during battles, when the Pokémon is summoned, a star will bounce upwards and then back downwards. This is the only entry animation that can be added manually by the player. | * Also, in the [[Pokéstar Studios]], when a player successfully completes a movie with their Pokémon in an unusual matter by deviating from the script, their Pokémon will become a star and during battles, when the Pokémon is summoned, a star will bounce upwards and then back downwards. This is the only entry animation that can be added manually by the player. | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Pokémon Black 2 logo JP.png|Japanese Black 2 logo | File:Pokémon Black 2 logo JP.png|Japanese Black 2 logo | ||
File:Pokémon White 2 logo JP.png|Japanese White 2 logo | File:Pokémon White 2 logo JP.png|Japanese White 2 logo | ||
File:Pokémon Black 2 logo EN.png|English Black 2 logo | File:Pokémon Black 2 logo EN.png|English Black 2 logo | ||
File:Pokémon White 2 logo EN.png|English White 2 logo | File:Pokémon White 2 logo EN.png|English White 2 logo | ||
File:Pokémon Black 2 logo KO.png|Korean Black 2 logo | File:Pokémon Black 2 logo KO.png|Korean Black 2 logo | ||
File:Pokémon White 2 logo KO.png|Korean White 2 logo | File:Pokémon White 2 logo KO.png|Korean White 2 logo | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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IGN rated this game an "Amazing" 9.6/10<ref>http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/10/04/pokemon-white-version-2-review</ref> and called it more "than just a slightly expanded repackaging of the latest generation's core titles (a la Pokémon Yellow, Emerald or Platinum)" and that it features a "stunning amount of fresh content" over {{game|Black and White|s}} which received a 9/10 from the site.<ref>http://www.ign.com/articles/2011/03/05/pokemon-white-review</ref> | IGN rated this game an "Amazing" 9.6/10<ref>http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/10/04/pokemon-white-version-2-review</ref> and called it more "than just a slightly expanded repackaging of the latest generation's core titles (a la Pokémon Yellow, Emerald or Platinum)" and that it features a "stunning amount of fresh content" over {{game|Black and White|s}} which received a 9/10 from the site.<ref>http://www.ign.com/articles/2011/03/05/pokemon-white-review</ref> | ||
== | ==Animated Trailer== | ||
{{main|Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer}} | {{main|Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer}} | ||
A promotional trailer was made to promote Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. The first version was released in Japan on May 17, 2012. A complete version of the trailer incorporating additional footage that depicts Rosa battling Cheren was released on DVD at {{wp|Culture Convenience Club|TSUTAYA}} on July 13, 2012, and later released on {{wp|YouTube}} on August 10, 2012. The English-dubbed version was released on YouTube and [[Pokémon.com]] on August 8, 2012, integrating the additional footage of Rosa battling Cheren. | |||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
* Other than games with a simultaneous worldwide release, the localization period for these games was the shortest worldwide of the [[core series]], having lasted about three and a half months for the majority of the translated versions, with 106 days for North America, 110 for Australia, 111 for Europe and 138 for South Korea. | * Other than games with a simultaneous worldwide release, the localization period for these games was the shortest worldwide of the [[core series]], having lasted about three and a half months for the majority of the translated versions, with 106 days for North America, 110 for Australia, 111 for Europe and 138 for South Korea. | ||
* These are the only | * These Pokémon games have many differences between the other core series games: | ||
** They are the only games to officially be a direct sequel to a pair of games from the same generation; {{game|Gold and Silver|s}} were initially advertised to be direct, numbered sequels to [[Generation I]], originally dubbed "Pocket Monsters 2", but this was later changed, also making them the only core series games with a number in their title. | |||
** They are the only games in which the player's [[hometown]] is a city rather than a town. | |||
** They are the only games released as a pair to have {{p|Kyurem|the same Pokémon}} on both versions, with the only difference being its [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Kyurem|form]]. | |||
* | ** They are the only core series games in which the [[Pokémon Day Care]] is inaccessible before entering the [[Hall of Fame]]. | ||
* | ** They are the only core series games in which the [[game mascot]] cannot be obtained without [[trade|trading]] before entering the Hall of Fame; these are the first core series games, however, in which a Legendary Pokémon cannot be caught during the first battle against it. | ||
* | * These are the last core series Pokémon games with "Version" in their titles, including equivalent terms in other languages. | ||
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* [[Koga]] is the only current or former Gym Leader who is not presented in these games. | * [[Koga]] is the only current or former Gym Leader who is not presented in these games. | ||
* The majority of moves with changed animations have a [[Power|base power]] of 100 or higher. | * The majority of moves with changed animations have a [[Power|base power]] of 100 or higher. | ||
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|fr_ca=Pokémon Version Noire 2 et Version Blanche 2<br>Pokémon Black Version 2 et White Version 2{{tt|*|These names are used for English versions packaged with French manuals, etc.}}<ref>[http://www.pocketmonsters.net/ib/threads/3183 Images of B2W2 pamphlets] (retrieved October 10, 2012)</ref> | |fr_ca=Pokémon Version Noire 2 et Version Blanche 2<br>Pokémon Black Version 2 et White Version 2{{tt|*|These names are used for English versions packaged with French manuals, etc.}}<ref>[http://www.pocketmonsters.net/ib/threads/3183 Images of B2W2 pamphlets] (retrieved October 10, 2012)</ref> | ||
|de=Pokémon Schwarze Edition 2 und Pokémon Weiße Edition 2 | |de=Pokémon Schwarze Edition 2 und Pokémon Weiße Edition 2 | ||
|it=Pokémon Versione Nera 2 e Versione Bianca 2 | |it=Pokémon Versione Nera 2 e Versione Bianca 2 | ||
|ko=포켓몬스터 블랙2·화이트2 ''Pocket Monsters Black2•White2'' | |ko=포켓몬스터 블랙2·화이트2 ''Pocket Monsters Black2•White2'' | ||
|es_eu=Pokémon Edición Negra 2 y Edición Blanca 2}} | |es_eu=Pokémon Edición Negra 2 y Edición Blanca 2}} | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
{{Core series}}<br> | {{Core series}}<br> | ||
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[[ja:ポケットモンスター ブラック2・ホワイト2]] | [[ja:ポケットモンスター ブラック2・ホワイト2]] | ||
[[pl:Pokémon Black 2 i White 2]] | [[pl:Pokémon Black 2 i White 2]] | ||
[[zh: | [[zh:精靈寶可夢黑版2／白版2]] | ||