Pokemon BDSP Theory Suggests the Games Could Have 2 Extra Pokemon

As more information aboutPokemon Brilliant DiamondandShining Pearlcomes to light, several new and returning game mechanics have been given the spotlight, but as of writing, the new Gen 4 Pokedex remains in the shadows. While the National Pokedex is likely to return inBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearl, the lack of solid information has led some fans to guess that it may come back in a slightly altered form. A cryptic image found in the September gameplay reveal video may suggest that the National Pokedex will add two new Pokemonto the Sinnoh remakes.

The image in question is a still from the trailer that shows the Poketech counter stopping at the number 495. In the Gen 4Pokemongames, players could unlock the National Pokedex after seeing the150Pokemon found in the Sinnoh region. However, the National Pokedex featured 493 Pokemon, so the focus on the number 495 instead may suggest some new additions inBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearl.

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Redditor maxbacker02 drew attention to this number and theorized that it could be a cryptic clue hinting at two new Pokemon being added in the Sinnoh remakes. Maxbacker02 theorized that the new Pokemon would be Regieleki and Regidraco, which were added inPokemon SwordandShield. However,Pokemonfans also appear to be expectingSylveon to make an appearanceinBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearl. If Regieleki and Regidraco are also added to the remakes, that would bump the number of new Pokemon up to 496.

While gamers should probably take this rumor with a grain of salt, it can’t be denied that the developers have been rather tight-lipped on the subject of theBrilliant DiamondandShining PearlNational Pokedex. Additionally,previousPokemonremake gameshave gone back and added new Pokemon, including Eeveelutions and Legendaries. This track record suggests it could be very possible that Sylveon, Regieleki, and Regidraco could all appear inBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearl.

As of writing, it appears that most fans are jokingly engaging with the theory. While several have brought up serious options–namely, Sylveon, Regieleki, and Regidraco–others have suggested more humorous Pokemon that could show up, such as Snivy. Two users stated that the new Pokemon would be Giratina and Arceus, both of which are already in Gen 4. Several other users have argued that the Sinnoh remakes are unlikely to add new Pokemon in the base game, especially when so little has been said publicly. This isn’t the first timePokemonfans may have created a theory out of whole cloth, but it’s also true thatBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearlwon’t be 1-to-1 remakes.

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