Review Roundup2026-03-03 · 6 min readAuthor: PokopiaMap Editorial Team
Pokopia Metacritic Score: 90 — Highest-Rated Pokémon Game Ever
Pokémon Pokopia scores 90 on Metacritic, becoming the highest-rated Pokémon game of all time.
The Score
Pokémon Pokopia launched with a Metacritic score of 90 based on 42 critic reviews — the highest-ever score for a mainline Pokémon title.
What Critics Said
IGN — 9/10
"Pokopia reinvents Pokémon for a new generation. The habitat system is genius, and the relaxed pacing makes it the most enjoyable Pokémon game in years."
GameSpot — 9/10
"A bold new direction that pays off spectacularly. Building your island and watching Pokémon arrive is endlessly satisfying."
Eurogamer — Essential
"The best Pokémon game ever made. Pokopia is a masterclass in game design — accessible, deep, and utterly charming."
Nintendo Life — 10/10
"Pokémon Pokopia is a dream come true. If you own a Switch 2, this is an absolute must-buy."
Why It Scored So High
Critics highlighted several key factors:
- Technical excellence — Best visuals in series history, with no performance issues
- Innovative design — Habitat system is fresh and engaging
- Content depth — Hundreds of hours of content for completionists
- Accessibility — Welcoming to new players while deep for veterans
- Multiplayer — Seamless online co-op that actually works