ESRB:
Everyone
Type of Game:
RPG
Number of Players:
1-4 simultaneous
Size:
256 Megabits
Rumble Pack?
No
Controller Pack
Memory?
No
Game Pack
Memory?
Yes
Developer:
HAL Laboratories
Publisher:
Nintendo
All 151 original Pokémon are training for the battle of their lives on Nintendo 64.
With the popularity of Pokémon skyrocketing out of control, it's no surprise that Pokémon are pouring into the 3D world of Nintendo 64. Pokémon Snap was the first N64 release based on Pokémon, and Pokémon Stadium will hit store shelves March 6. Pokémon Stadium gives Trainers an arena to engage in heated Pokémon battles, and offers them a ring-side seat for the action.
The American version of Pokémon Stadium is actually based on the second Japanese edition of Pokémon Stadium. Pokémon Trainers will be able to conduct turn-based battles similar to the Game Boy versions of Pokémon, but outrageous animation sequences and flashy special attack effects will make your Pokémon come to life like never before.
One of the most exciting aspects of Pokémon Stadium is that you'll be able to battle using your most loyal Pokémon from the Red, Blue and Yellow versions of Pokémon (sold separately). Thanks to a Transfer Pak that plugs into the bottom of your Controller, data can be transferred straight from a Game Boy cartridge into your N64. The TMs, attacks and levels of your trained Pokémon will be available on Pokémon Stadium, so you won't have to leave any of your favorites behind.On top of the visual treat of watching your Pokémon duke it out on the big screen, Pokémon Stadium will also contain a variety of mini-games starring all types of Pokémon. Any time you get four Clefairies together you're bound to have fun!
Each of the original 151 Pokémon can be found in Pokémon Stadium, even if you decide not to transfer data from your Game Boy Color Pokémon games. Pokémon Stadium will allow up to four players to compete in a grueling Pokémon tournament, designed to reveal which of your friends is the best Pokémon Trainer.
As the release date of Pokémon Stadium approaches, Nintendo Power Source will provide much more information on this exciting Pokémon game.
Tips & Techniques
- The Secret of Nicknames
In Pokémon Stadium, the color of your Pokémon can vary depending on the nicknames given to them. Even if two Pokémon have the same nickname but different Game Pak ID numbers, their colors will differ. What colors are your Pokémon?
