Pokemon Legend ZA will be the death of the Pokemon world.

Because it turns out, these graphics aren't just an eyesore, they're also part of a much bigger problem that starts with this city, but will likely spill out to destroy everything.

Hello, Internet! Welcome to Game Theory, the show that pronounces it Z when it's trademarked.

You have no idea how many comments I've been getting about that on my live stream since the release of Pokemon Legends, CA.

Dap at Mr. Tom Live, by the way. But my pronunciation wasn't the only thing people were divided on.

The internet basically landed into one of two camps when it came to this game. It was trash because, I mean, look at the graphics.

Or its new real-time battle mechanics make it a really fun experience.

As for me, both.

Both is good.

I was surprised by how well the new battle mechanics worked, but I also have to agree, the graphics

leave a lot to be desired.

I mean, guys, these are supposed to be pillars.

Why not just make them all bricks if you're not gonna model them?

But see, this is where my theorist brain kicked in.

Now, confession time. I've been watching a lot of any Austin recently.

I've loved his approach to analyzing game design, especially when it comes to city infrastructure,

like road signs,

landing strips and power lines. Looking at things from that angle gives you a completely new perspective

on the game, sometimes even making things that seem ridiculous actually makes sense. And given

ZA takes place in just one single city and a major plot point is about Cuisartico Inc. and their

redevelopment plan,

it felt like if we used any Austin's approach, maybe we'd find some answers as to why the city

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