The latest installment of the Pokemon series, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, is facing a wave of negative reviews that has diminished its overall user score. While the game has been generally well-received by critics, its reception from players tells a different story.

Recent critiques note that Pokemon Legends: Z-A retains a 79 rating on Metacritic, reflecting a drop from an initial score of 83 with 57 reviews being counted. Players have reacted strongly, resulting in a current user rating of just 4.1, with a significant portion of reviews being negative. Criticism has not only targeted the game’s elements but also extended to perceived corporate grievances with The Pokemon Company.

In essence, the review bombing seems driven more by community frustrations with the franchise rather than an accurate reflection of the game’s quality itself. Features like Mega Evolutions have been appreciated; however, issues regarding game pacing and graphics have drawn their fair share of criticism.

As the game settles into the market, its ratings may evolve over time, suggesting that the initial backlash might not represent a definitive judgment of its worth.