In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you’ll have to actively choose to talk to an NPC to battle them. When we first encountered an NPC in our hands-on session, the NPC did not initiate a battle or dialogue when we walked in front of them. This may seem like an astronomically small change, but it has big implications. Without the dread of repeated battles cluttering an otherwise enticing path, the world suddenly seems a lot more open and ripe for exploration. Do you think forced trainer battles should remain a tradition, or do you like the idea of not having to battle every trainer you cross paths with? For more on the upcoming Pokémon games, read about how some people think the latest new Pokemon is a Gold and Silver deep cut. . . .
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