This week Nintendo has announced that secret bases will be making a comeback in the third generation remake of the beloved Pokémon franchise; Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire for the 3DS family of systems. Players will be able to set up, design and customize their very own little rooms for themselves just like in the original Ruby and Sapphire versions for the Gameboy Advance – only this time in stunning 3D graphics!
A new addition to the remakes however will be a cosplaying Pikachu! Fans will definitely be excited to see Pikachu dressing up in various cute outfits to display and enjoy seeing all there is for him to wear. It is also hinted that this may be part of a contest hall, much like the ones seen in previous generations of the Pokémon franchise.
The first five gym leaders as well as the first two members of Hoenn’s elite four, and the revelation of Mega Metagross as well as all of the above can be seen in the trailer below!
With regards to Mega Metagross, the Pokémon company gave their official statement describing the mega evolution:
“Mega Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokémon, is a massive Steel- and Psychic-type Pokémon standing at 8’2″ and weighing 2,078.7 lbs. Upon Mega Evolving, Metagross’s Ability changes to Tough Claws, which increases the power of attacks that make physical contact. Mega Metagross also has a greatly increased Speed stat, with additional increases in its Attack, Defense, Sp. Atk, and Sp. Def, making Mega Metagross primed for both offense and defense.”
It most certainly seems like a force to be reckoned with and one can expect many players to have one handy in their team. It is also interesting to note that it will be the partner Pokémon of the League Champion Steven. Make sure to keep that in mind when you build your Elite 4 team!
Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire will be released on the 21st of November in North America. Please stay tuned for more exclusive content. The Pokémon company has given us at Haruhichan official artwork and screenshots to share so please enjoy. Until next time!
