Lil' Introduction

So I decided to start a blog that focuses mainly on the things that make me geek out. Most of the things I really geek out over are games. I'm not as into games as I once was since a lot of my friends are older and aren't into games as much as me, but from time to time I just need to get it out and well this is the perfect avenue for that. So with that set aside let me get right to the think that has me geeking out this week.
As many of you know the new Pokémon games, X and Y, came out this past weekend. I was one of the many who went and got the game that first day and I've been playing it off and on ever since. So I figured I'd write a little review and point out some of my likes and dislikes about the game. I'll probably come back to those features or other features as I progress through the game or they catch my attention. And in full disclosure I never played Black, White, Black 2, or White 2.
All and all this is a really good game. I will admit I haven't beaten the Elite Four yet. I do however have all 8 badges so I've gotten through a nice chunk of the game. So let me begin by saying I love the pace of this game. Speaking as a guy who grew up on the Blue version and being able to exploit the Missingno glitch a fast moving game is pretty awesome. From the moment you get your first pokemon you can tell it's a lot different than the other games. Your first battle is actually against one of your friends that has the pokemon weak to the one you choose. I chose Fennekin so my friend (your rival is the hero of the other gender of your character) chose Chespin. Right off the bat you already have your elemental attack so it's an easy win. The other big difference is the amount of wild pokemon you see right off the bat. You get 10 pokeballs for free and in the first area alone you can fill up your entire party which is very new for me. The other big difference for me is you can say bye to the level grinding. Sadly this only happens after your first gym battle so you still have to grind before. Exp share is back to being a key item and gives all pokemon on your team exp. In the first game that was a nice feature, but the exp always seemed so low. In this game it seems they do get a decent amount. My pokemon are in there 60's (except one) and all from the exp. There are also so many features on this game. Super Training to work on stats, Pokémon Amie which basically helps your pokemon bond with you and helps eevee evolve into Slyveon, Megaevolutions, Sky Battles, and the list goes on and on. So with that being said it's kinda hard to get bored with this one since there is so much you can do as you your hero goes through the game. So since I kinda got started on this let's go to the positives and negatives of the game.
Postive:
-The big positive here is that level grinding is a thing of the past. Pretty quickly my pokemon where anywhere from 5-20+ levels above the trainers or gym leaders of the area I was currently in. Which is awesome because I hate level grinding.
-HMs aren't as necessary as once before. I'm sure well all remember when you couldn't go anywhere without having the right HM. Cut and Flash being one of the more annoying ones. Now I know at least Surf and Strength are needed for Victory road, but that's to be expected.
-Trainer Customization is pretty nice. You don't have a carbon copy of your neighbors hero. You can actually make your hero look a lot like you or nothing like you.
Positive/Negative:
-Tons of pokemon per area. The positive you have a good chunk of pokemon to choose from before you even get through the 4th gym, but at the same time it means you have to dish out a lot of money to get new pokeballs and decide if you want to seriously try to catch every pokemon in the route or just move on and come back later. I personally like catching all the pokemon before moving on, but with my levels being way above the pokemon I was running into and the fact that I was really wanting to get to the Legendary pokemon I stuck with the quick beat route.
-Tons to do. Yes it's great you won't get bored of this one quickly, but at the same time there are so many things going on in so many different places from jobs that you can do for extra cash, learning new tricks on your roller skates, Pokémon Amie, Super Training, PR videos, and so on that you kinda don't want to split up your time.
-Fairy type. The new type is great in the since that it's a new type, but it only has two weaknesses poison and steel. And is good against Fighting, Dragon, and Dark. Since I don't normally carry around it's weakness types in my party normally this is a pain in the butt. And they are everywhere in this game. Plus do Dragon's really need another weakness? I guess it was an attempt to balance a type that has so much resistance.
Negative:
-There is a very long lull between your first and second badge. Almost the point where you wonder if you missed it along the way.
-The final battles with Team Flare. I understand that they are the big bad guys, but come on. You face the leader 3 times. All pretty close to each other with his pokemon surprisingly getting stronger and stronger. You first face him at  the hideout, Then after you go through that maze you have to go to the secret hideout where you face him again. Then without your pokemon getting healed unless you go to the pokemon center you have to face 3 double battles with your rival (who's pokemon heal but yours don't), then face 4 more admin goons before you face the legendary and then face the head guy once more.
-Your status seems oddly important in this game. They really elevate your character in this game. Plus you do things to get more and more famous. You can get into places once you are famous enough (not just the champion). Style also matters. One guy won't face you unless your "cool enough".

All in all I clearly enjoy the game and every game has features that aren't people's favorites. Loved Kingdom Hearts 2, but hated the musicals. I also have some tips for those that are going to be getting it this weekend or some time down the road. I'll do those tomorrow.