Brings back childhood memories

So during the break, Pokemon Platinum version was released for the Nintendo DS ($34.99). Now as a kid I loved playing these games and still do. This version, however, they have outdone themselves. They add several new features from Diamond and Pearl versions, of which Platinum is the third in the set. There is a new plot line, several twists, including one where you end up in another dimension due to the actions of the Boss of Team Galatic (the bad guys of the game).

Like other versions you start out on a new adventure, but this one you meet up with your friend and he tries to go into the tall grass (a dangerous place for kids without pokemon). He is stopped by the region's Professor and then the two of you are given Pokemon of your own. You get to choose between a fire type, water type or grass type. Then your own adventure begins. You eventually receive a Pokedex to help the Professor catalog the Pokemon you see while on your quest. You can participate in Pokemon Contests, fight Gym Leaders for Gym Badges, beat the Elite Four and become the Pokemon Champion, but around every corner awaits more adventures and surprises. It's just something you have to see in person.

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Pokemon Platinum Commercial
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