Summary
Pokemongames typically follow a given pattern when it comes to their original announcement, release date, and even their associated critters and game titles, with an example beingPokemon Scarlet and Violetgoing back to the series' roots due to their color-based names. This is not only tied to the originalPokemon Red,Blue, andYellow, but it also plays on the story told in Gen 9 games and the color theory behindPokemon Scarlet and Violet. Game names in the series tend to be more than just a title, and it’s very likely thatGen 5 remakeswill follow suit. Although remakes of the Gen 5 games have yet to be announced, they seem an inevitability, and their titles could be predictable too.
In the case ofPokemon Scarlet and Violet, players eventually discover that these colors are not only associated with theGen 9 Legendaries Koraidon and Miraidon, but rather they are used for the Scarlet Book and Violet Book - the manuscripts detailing Heath’s adventures in Area Zero. Remakes of past games have often gained new affixes to make them stand out, typically going deeper into the characteristics of the original title. This tradition recently touched the Gen 4 remakes, and it is expected to do the same with Unova games.
Why 4 Game Titles Feel Obvious For Pokemon Black and White Remakes
Past Pokemon Remakes' Titles Explained
Speculation surrounding a set of newUnova Gen 5Pokemongameshas reached its all-time high following the release ofPokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Indigo Disk DLC because of the future Paradox Pokemon that represent the Swords of Justice - Iron Leaves, Iron Boulder, and Iron Crown. Combined with the many rumors and leaks of new Gen 5 games and the fact that they are next in line after Gen 4, it seems very likely that a new announcement will drop on Pokemon Day 2024.
If past remakes' names are any indication of what to expect, fans can already make some educated guesses regarding the final title forPokemon Black and Whiteremakes. Past remakes include:
Why Gen 5 Remakes Are Likely to Build on Color Themes
In the case of Gen 5, there are a few possibilities for Game Freak to go with. The first isPokemon Yin Black and Yang White, making a strong case for the juxtaposition of the colors with a strong visual and conceptual cue that is the yin-yang. This would also make a lot of sense based on past releases as well as the lore of the Unova region, withGen 5’s Original Dragon(a fusion of Reshiram, Zekrom, and Kyurem) being a big part of it.
Another option could bePokemon Deep Black and Vast White, which seems like another extremely plausible candidate due to Reshiram and Zekrom. These twoLegendary Pokemon in Gen 5are the mascots for the games, with Reshiram being called “Vast White,” whereas Zekrom is the “Deep Black Pokemon.” It would make sense to give Gen 5 remakes names that indicate some sort of quality of their associated colors, as it’s very similar to what pastPokemontitles did.
The third option would bePokemon Dusk Black and Dawn White, similarly giving a different connotation to the colors that are front and center of Gen 5 games. Dusk and Dawn were also old Game Freak trademarks that were never used for anyPokemongame, and they would make sense in this context. Finally, more akin to the wayPokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearlwere named, another option could bePokemon Coal Black and Ashen White, giving the names an analogous tone to Gen 4.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
WHERE TO PLAY
The school that you’ve enrolled in as you playPokémon ScarletandPokémon Violethosts a special independent study project. The theme of this assignment is “A Treasure Hunt.” Explore the world and seek out your very own treasure!Three stories will be woven into your adventure while traversing the sprawling Paldea region. Along Victory Road, you will go to Gyms in different locations in order to to achieve Champion Rank. On the Path of Legends, you can join Arven in search of rare ingredients. And in ★ Starfall Street ★, you’ll challenge Team Star, a group of delinquents causing trouble for the school.These stories are set in an open world, so where you go is all up to you. A world teeming with Pokémon and people to meet is waiting for you—traverse the Paldea region wherever you heart desires.
