Below you'll find a list of all the version-exclusive Pokemon that have been confirmed so far: Ultra Sun-Exclusive Pokemon While both games feature most of the same monsters, each one is also home to a handful of exclusive Pokemon that cannot be captured in the other version. Ultra Recon Squad, from left to right: Dulse, Zossie, Soliera, and Phyco Version-Exclusive PokemonĪs with every pair of Pokemon titles, the primary difference between Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon is the kinds of Pokemon you can encounter in each version. In Ultra Sun, players will cross paths with Dulse and Zossie in Ultra Moon, players will meet Phyco and Soliera. You'll encounter different members of the Ultra Recon Squad depending on which version you play. This team arrives in Alola through an Ultra Wormhole and has some sort of connection to the Ultra Beasts in one trailer, the group can be seen commanding the new Ultra Beast, UB-Adhesive. Ultra Sun will reflect the time that is set in your 3DS clock, while Ultra Moon will be 12 hours ahead-meaning if you play during the day, it will be night in the game.Īdditionally, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon introduce a mysterious new group called the Ultra Recon Squad. As in the original Sun and Moon, the two games are set 12 hours apart. Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon tell the same story and feature the same cast of major characters, but there are some slight differences between the two titles that will make the experience unique depending on the version you choose to play. As producer Shigeru Ohmori explained, "f you're looking for a story-based experience then those who played Pokemon Sun may want to go for Ultra Sun as there are some small details that remain consistent throughout the two that might appeal to people looking for a story-based game." General Differences However, those who care more about the games' narrative may want to consider sticking with the same version this time. So if they bought Pokemon Sun, they might want to choose Pokemon Ultra Moon this time." So if something the players are really looking for is Pokedex completion, they might find it better to go for the opposite version this time round in order to help complete their Pokedex. "But one point users might want to consider is that the Pokedex in Pokemon Ultra Sun is based on the Pokedex in Pokemon Sun and the same for Ultra Moon and Moon. Now Playing: Pokemon Ultra Sun/Moon - Travel Beyond Alola "In essence there's no real problem with whichever one you buy, you're going to get a really good experience of Pokemon," said Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon director Kazumasa Iwao.īy clicking 'enter', you agree to GameSpot's
We recently had the opportunity to interview the developers of Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, and one of the topics they weighed in on is which version players should pick up. For more, you can also check out our Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon review and breakdown of the new Pokemon (and everything else) in Ultra Sun and Moon. We break down the biggest differences between the two versions below to help you decide which one to play. While the core adventure remains the same across both versions, each game has some some distinct elements, so you may be unsure of which to pick up. The titles are based on last year's Sun and Moon versions but tell an "alternate" story that revolves around the mysterious Legendary Pokemon Necrozma. On the bright side, the Alola region has new activities, and fresh landscapes to explore with some assistance from your powered-up Rotom Dex.The next pair of Pokemon games, Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, have released on 3DS, marking the series' final installments for Nintendo's dual-screen handheld. Then venture into Ultra Wormholes to explore the Ultra Beasts' home world, encounter every Legendary Pokémon, and uncover Ultra Megalopolis, a dark world where Necrozma has stolen the light. A brand-new showdown awaits!ĭiscover the Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo and Lunala's new Z-Moves and their mysterious connection to the Legendary Pokémon Necrozma. You can encounter and battle 400+ Pokémon, including new forms. Take on the role of a Pokémon™ Trainer and unravel the mystery of the Legendary Pokémon Necrozma's new forms: Dusk Mane Necrozma in the Pokémon Ultra Sun game and Dawn Wings Necrozma in the Pokémon Ultra Moon game.