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Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

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Originally released in 2007, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl for Nintendo Switch return Trainers to the beautiful region of Sinnoh for a fully remastered adventure. Choose from the starters Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup, and see if you can catch 'em all -- again!

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Four mistakes to avoid in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

You'll want to get off to a good start in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, so we've put this list together of four mistakes you should absolutely avoid making in order to get the most out of your adventure.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl: Four reasons to spend time in the Grand Underground

Have you been avoiding the Grand Underground area of Sinnoh? If yes, here's four reasons you should start visiting regularly in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Pokémon Sparkling Diamond and Sparkling Pearl update 1.1.3

The latest update has come for Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, but does it add anything of note for players?

15 NPCs to visit daily in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Whether collecting Berries or Ribbons, or battling Trainers, there are some NPCs in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. Here's who they are and where you'll find them.

The most useful NPCs in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Whether during your adventure or afterwards, there's a whole load of NPCs in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl that will help you on your way.

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Where to find Rayquaza in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Here's how to find and capture Rayquaza, the Sky High Pokémon, in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Where to find Groudon in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Here's how to find and capture Groudon, the Continent Pokémon, in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Where to find Kyogre in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Here's how to find and capture Kyogre, the Sea Basin Pokémon, in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Where to find Ho-Oh in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Here's how to find and capture Ho-Oh, the Guardian of the Skies, in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

Where to find Lugia in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Here's how to find and capture Lugia, the Guardian of the Seas, in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

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  • Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl: Walkthrough & Guides

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Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl: Walkthrough & Guides
  • Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Review: Remakes that shine with their content?

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Review: Remakes that shine with their content?

Comprehensive remakes of the beloved Generation IV titles, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are now available on Nintendo Switch. But do they hold up to the hype? Here's our review.

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