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Pokémon Black and White Versions

2011-05-18T18:15:00Z

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:''This article is about the [[Generation V]] {{pkmn|games}}. For other uses, see [[Black and White]].''
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|name=Pokémon Black Version
|name2=Pokémon White Version
|jname=ポケットモンスターブラック
|jname2=ポケットモンスターホワイト
|boxart=Black box EN-US.png
|boxart2=White box EN-US.png
|caption=Pokémon Black Version's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] {{p|Reshiram}}.
|caption2=Pokémon White Version's boxart, [[version mascot|featuring]] {{p|Zekrom}}.
|jbox=Pokemon Black Boxart JP.png
|jbox2=Pokemon White Boxart JP.png
|jcaption=Boxart of Pocket Monsters Black.
|jcaption2=Boxart of Pocket Monsters White.
|platform=[[Nintendo DS]]
|category=RPG
|players=1-4 players simultaneous
|link_method=[[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection|Wi-Fi]], {{wp|Infrared|IR}}
|developer=[[Game Freak]]
|publisher=[[Nintendo]] [[The Pokémon Company]]
|gen_series=[[Generation V]] [[version|main series]]
|cero=A
|esrb=E
|pegi=3+
|oflc=G
|grb=N/A
|release_date_ja=September 18, 2010
|release_date_na=March 6, 2011
|release_date_au=March 10, 2011
|release_date_eu=March 4, 2011
|release_date_kr=April 21, 2011
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon-sp.jp/series/bw/ Official subsite]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/ Official minisite]
}}
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{{StrategyWiki|Pokémon Black and White}}

'''Pokémon Black Version''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスターブラック''' ''Pocket Monsters Black'') and '''Pokémon White Version''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスターホワイト''' ''Pocket Monsters White'') are the primary {{DL|Version|Relation to one another|paired versions}} of [[Generation V]].

Black and White follow the trends set up by previous games in the series. Two [[player character]]s (one male and one female) travel a new region, [[Unova]], on their [[Pokémon journey]]s. This region is inhabited by various {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, and unlike before, none of those available prior to [[Generation V]] can be obtained before defeating the Elite Four. The first of the new Pokémon to be featured in these games, {{p|Zorua}} and {{p|Zoroark}}, were revealed on February 10, 2010 in [[CoroCoro]] magazine, and the [[starter Pokémon]] were revealed in May.

The games' names were revealed on the official Japanese Pokémon website on April 9, and scans from the subsequent issue of the magazine were leaked on April 10. These scans revealed some of the graphical enhancements that are featured in these games. There is a higher level of 3D graphics than in previous games, as shown in some shots of the overworld. Initial sprites could be seen for Zorua, Zoroark, and the [[player character]]s.

In addition to the improved graphics, a number of aesthetic changes have been made from previous generations, including an altered battle scene containing fully animated Pokémon battle sprites as well as a dynamic camera that changes focus to highlight specific parts of the battle. Also, when talking to people, {{wp|speech balloon}}s for dialog will appear over people's heads, rather than as simply a dialog box.

Black and White are compatible with all five [[Generation IV]] games through use of the [[Poké Transfer]]—unlike [[Pal Park]], [[item]]s cannot be held by Pokémon being sent over. Pokémon can be sent from Generation III games, as well, by transfer through Generation IV. The games also have the capability of connecting to the {{wp|Internet}}.

==Plot==
{{spoilers}}
The game starts in [[Nuvema Town]] in the player's room with [[Cheren]], a childhood friend. [[Professor Juniper]] has left a gift box for the two and [[Bianca]], another one of the player's friends, who arrives a little later. The box contains [[Starter Pokémon|three Pokémon]] that the player can choose from. After the selection, Bianca will request a battle. When the battle is over, the room becomes cluttered due to the battle. Cheren heals both the player's and Bianca's Pokémon, and begins a battle with the player as well. If the player loses to Cheren, he will gloat about his victory. The three then go downstairs, and Cheren and Bianca will leave the house while the player's [[mom|mother]] will heal the Pokémon.

The player visits Bianca's house, where she and her father are having an argument about her going on a Pokémon journey. Bianca storms out of the house, and the player follows her to Professor Juniper's lab, where Cheren has been waiting. In the lab, Professor Juniper will give the player a chance to nickname the selected [[starter Pokémon]], and give each of the three a [[Pokédex]]. Upon leaving the lab, they will be greeted by the player's mother, who will hand everyone a [[Town Map]].

From then on, the player will set off on adventures through the Unova region. Along the way, the player, Cheren, and Bianca will battle eight [[Gym Leader]]s, while trying to complete the [[Pokédex]]. After managing to obtain all eight [[badge]]s, the player will head to the [[Pokémon League]] to battle the [[Elite Four]] and the Champion. Cheren decides to pursue strength and Bianca realizes that she cannot match the skills of the player or Cheren.

However, the adventure does not go as smoothly as expected, as the [[villainous team|evil]] [[Team Plasma]] will be encountered along the way to the Pokémon League. Team Plasma's goal is to separate Pokémon from people; claiming that humans are only hindrances to the lives and interests of Pokémon. The player will occasionally encounter [[N]], the mysterious leader of the organization. [[Ghetsis]] a co-founding member of the [[Seven Sages]], has a secret, different goal from N's. The player must learn of and thwart their plans in order to save the relationship between Pokémon and their trainers.

However, unlike previous games, the player will not be battling the Champion of the Unova region after first defeating the Elite Four. Once the player enters the Champion's room, N is seen triumphantly boasting over Alder, and proceeds to summon [[N's Castle|his castle]] to ambush and attach to the Pokémon League. The player traverses through the castle to find N and his legendary dragon, who claims to be the hero. However, the Light Stone{{sup|Bl}}/Dark Stone{{sup|W}} in the player's bag is released and summons the second dragon hero, {{p|Reshiram}}{{sup|Bl}}/{{p|Zekrom}}{{sup|W}}, which the player captures and uses to battle and defeat N.

Once defeated, Ghetsis angrily intervenes, revealing his intentions of creating Team Plasma for his own interests of power, and how N and the idea of Pokémon liberation were merely his tools. In a rage, he battles the player in an attempt to eliminate any witnesses of the truth. His actions are futile, however, and N reconsiders his actions and ideas; beginning with releasing his Zekrom{{sup|Bl}}/Reshiram{{sup|W}}.

After defeating N and Ghetsis, however, the game is not over, as there are further activities to be done. After beating the game, the player will return to their house and see his/her mother next to [[Looker]], who will be disguised temporarily. He explains that he needs help rounding up the Seven Sages of Team Plasma that are hidden across Unova. Also, {{rt|11|Unova}} and [[Marvelous Bridge]] open up, allowing access to [[Black City]] or [[White Forest]], [[Undella Town]], and [[Lacunosa Town]]. The player may also access [[Giant Chasm]], within which {{p|Kyurem}} may be battled and captured. The routes surrounding these areas contain many Pokémon native to the other four regions. Alder himself may also be battled in proper Champion fashion.

Pokémon outbreaks will now occur across Unova's routes as well. Additionally, a series of strong storms{{sup|Bl}}/thunderstorms{{sup|W}} will occur across routes, indicating the presence of a {{pkmn2|roaming}} {{p|Tornadus}}{{sup|Bl}}/{{p|Thundurus}}{{sup|W}}, which can be battled and caught. In [[Caitlin]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]], the player will encounter [[Cynthia]], the {{pkmn|Champion}} of the [[Sinnoh]] region. She will battle the player, remarking about the striking similarities the player shares with another {{ga|Lucas|young}} {{ga|Dawn|Trainer}} from Sinnoh.


==Features==
Black and White returns features present in previous generations, such as day, time, abilities and the split between [[Physical move|Physical]] and [[Special move]]s. Certain ones, however, such as [[walking Pokémon|Pokémon following their Trainers]] and the [[Battle Frontier]], have been left out.

===C-Gear===
{{main|C-Gear}}
The C-Gear allows players to use certain multiplayer functions while anywhere in the game world. These functions vary with the type of communication used: wireless, Wi-Fi and infrared. The C-Gear is similar to the [[Pokétch]] in that it fills the bottom screen, but its applications are much different.

On the [[C-Gear]], as well as in battle, the current time is displayed in {{wp|12-hour clock|12-hour}} format, however, at the hours of 12:00 AM and PM, the hour displays as 0, rather than 12, as a {{wp|24-hour clock}}, such as that on the DS and in the [[Generation IV]] games, would display midnight.

===Pokémon Global Link===
{{main|Pokémon Global Link}}
The Pokémon Global Link is a multiplayer feature that makes use of the [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection]] and is the equivalent of the fourth generation {{DL|Global Terminal|Global Trade Station|GTS}}. In addition to providing the features of the GTS, it allows players to upload their save files to the Pokémon Global Link website to access the [[Pokémon Dream World]]. Players can also go to the [[Pokémon Center]] to enter Random Matchup where they can battle a random person also connected to Random Matchup. The Global Link is also the place where players can download exclusive content including C-Gear and Pokédex skins and additional [[Pokémon Musical]] songs.

====Pokémon Dream World====
{{main|Pokémon Dream World}}
The Pokémon Dream World is a special feature of Black and White which is operated via an Internet website, [http://www.pokemon-gl.com/ Pokémon-GL.com]. The Dream World allows players to send a Pokémon to the Internet to obtain items and meet other Pokémon, making the website in a way such that it is a [[Generation V]] analog to the [[Pokéwalker]].

Many Pokémon that are found here are not found in the [[Unova]] region, and would otherwise have to be migrated from a [[Generation IV]] game to be used. All of the Pokémon available here are given Dream World-exclusive Hidden Abilities that their species cannot have by normal means.

===Entralink===
{{main|Entralink}}
The Entralink is a new feature in Pokémon Black and White which allows contact with other players over local wireless. It is a multiplayer area in central Unova; Pokémon obtained in the [[Pokémon Dream World]] can be caught here. In combination with the [[C-Gear]], it is possible to travel through Unova with other players and battle, trade and perform various multiplayer sidequests.

===Pokémon Musical===
{{main|Pokémon Musical}}
Pokémon Contests, which have been present since [[Generation III]], are replaced by the Pokémon Musicals. Similar to the Super Contests in {{3v2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, Trainers have to dress up their Pokémon with different accessories. The Pokémon will then compete by dancing on the theater stage with the other entrants. They are held in [[Nimbasa City]].

===Seasons===
{{main|Seasons}}
Much like [[Generation II]] introduced a system of time, Generation V features a system of seasons. Seasons change every month, which cycles thrice for each year. With it comes aesthetic changes in the region, as well as some changes with the Pokémon found in the wild. It also reflects real life in effecting the time each part of the day is; for example, in winter, night from is 19:00 to 6:59, but in summer it is from 21:00 to 3:59. Additionally, {{p|Deerling}} and its evolution {{p|Sawsbuck}} change forms every season. Some areas can only be accessed in certain seasons.

===Sprite animations===
While already featured in previous games, Pokémon sprites in Black and White remain animated throughout the battle. Additionally, full back sprites are now present in the games. Some, but not all, Pokémon use animated versions of their [[Generation IV]] sprites. All Trainers, on the other hand, with the exception of [[Bianca]], [[Cheren]] and [[N]], return to sprites with no animations.

===Changing music===
Whereas in previous games, the music was the same during entire battles (other than when the player's Pokémon has less than ¼ health remaining), in Generation V, things such as battle music may change with the situation. For example, when battling a [[Gym Leader]]'s last Pokémon, the music changes to a remix of the main theme. The warning sound heard when a Pokémon has less than ¼ of its maximum {{stat|HP}} remaining has also been remixed into its own music. "Rare" Pokémon also get their own theme. Although this isn't technically new, the seasons change the music in certain places as well, though these changes are mostly the instruments heard. This is similar to the [[Time|day/night cycle]] in Generation IV.

===Triple battles===
{{main|Triple battle}}
In a triple battle, three Pokémon on each side are sent out at once. There are restrictions as to which Pokémon can attack which opponent. The Pokémon in the middle can attack all three on the other side, but the ones on either side cannot attack the Pokémon on the far side of the opposite end. However, there are some exceptions to this rule, through the use of moves such as {{m|Acrobatics}}. The Pokémon {{p|Pansage}}, {{p|Pansear}}, and {{p|Panpour}} were introduced to showcase this new feature. The position of each Pokémon can be changed during the battle; however, a turn will be used up. This can't take place anywhere but in the Union Room and Colosseum if you're playing Pokemon Black.

===Rotation battles===
{{main|Rotation battle}}
Rotation battles are similar to triple battles in that three Pokémon in each team are sent onto each side; however, they are sent out onto a circular platform. The platform can be rotated a third of the way around without wasting a turn. The Pokémon which is in the third of the circle facing the opponent is the one currently active. Strategy revolves around predicting which Pokémon the opponent will switch to and switching to the appropriate Pokémon on the player's side.

===Gyms===
Pokémon Black and White brings back the traditional eight [[Gyms]], but with it a total of eleven [[Gym Leaders]]. They are [[Cilan]], [[Chili]], and [[Cress]] ({{t|Grass}}, {{t|Fire}}, and {{t|Water}}, respectively), [[Lenora]] ({{t|Normal}}), [[Burgh]] ({{t|Bug}}), [[Elesa]] ({{t|Electric}}), [[Clay]] ({{t|Ground}}), [[Skyla]] ({{t|Flying}}), [[Brycen]] ({{t|Ice}}), and [[Drayden]] and [[Iris]] ({{t|Dragon}}). Cilan, Chili, or Cress are battled if the player has chosen the {{type|Water}}, {{type|Grass}}, or {{type|Fire}} [[starter Pokémon]], respectively. Drayden is battled in Pokémon Black while Iris is battled in Pokémon White.

===Elite Four===
Unlike previous games, the Elite Four can be battled in any order. After battling all four, a path to the Champion is unlocked. The Elite Four members are [[Shauntal]] ({{t|Ghost}}), [[Grimsley]] ({{t|Dark}}), [[Caitlin]] ({{t|Psychic}}), and [[Marshal]] ({{t|Fighting}}). However, the player is not able to battle the Champion before defeating [[Team Plasma]]. Later, after defeating them in a rematch, the player will face Champion [[Alder]], who uses a variety of types. Caitlin is the same person present in the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation IV)|Battle Castle}} who was alongside her butler {{FB|Castle Valet|Darach}} in [[Generation IV]].

===New Pokémon===
:''See [[:Category:Generation V Pokémon]]''
Black and White bring a total of 156 new Pokémon, bringing the overall total to 649 from the 493 present in Generation IV. While some new Pokémon may have similarities to previously introduced Pokémon, none of the new Pokémon are related by evolution to any of the 493 introduced previously.

The first Pokémon to be revealed were {{p|Zoroark}} and {{p|Zorua}}, who were both featured in ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''. Unlike previous generations, no other new Pokémon were featured in the main {{pkmn|anime}} prior to the games' release.

====[[Version-exclusive Pokémon]]====
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|- align="center"
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{{Moveentrytm|013|Weedle|2|Bug|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|014|Kakuna|2|Bug|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|015|Beedrill|2|Bug|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|198|Murkrow|2|Dark|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|228|Houndour|2|Dark|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|229|Houndoom|2|Dark|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|285|Shroomish|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|286|Breloom|2|Grass|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|311|Plusle|1|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|430|Honchkrow|2|Dark|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|574|Gothita|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|575|Gothorita|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|576|Gothitelle|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|629|Vullaby| 2|Dark|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|630|Mandibuzz| 2|Dark|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|641|Tornadus|1|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|643|Reshiram|2|Dragon|Fire}}
|}
|}
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{| align="center" style="background: #{{white color}}; {{roundy|1em}}; border: 3px solid #{{white color light}};"
|-
! White
|- align="center"
|
{| border="1" style="border: 1px solid #{{white color}}; border-collapse: collapse; background: white; margin: auto;" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|- align="center"
{{Moveentrytm|010|Caterpie|1|Bug}}
{{Moveentrytm|011|Metapod|1|Bug}}
{{Moveentrytm|012|Butterfree|2|Bug|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|046|Paras|2|Bug|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|047|Parasect|2|Bug|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|200|Misdreavus|1|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|261|Poochyena|1|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|262|Mightyena|1|Dark}}
{{Moveentrytm|312|Minun|1|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|314|Illumise|1|Bug}}
{{Moveentrytm|429|Mismagius|1|Ghost}}
{{Moveentrytm|577|Solosis|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|578|Duosion|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|579|Reuniclus|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|627|Rufflet|2|Normal|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|628|Braviary|2|Normal|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|642|Thundurus|2|Electric|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|644|Zekrom|2|Dragon|Electric}}
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* The following Pokémon can only be found in the [[White Forest]], which is exclusive to Pokémon White:

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! White Forest only
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{{Moveentrytm|016|Pidgey|2|Normal|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|029|Nidoran♀|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|032|Nidoran♂|1|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|043|Oddish|2|Grass|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|063|Abra|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|066|Machop|1|Fighting}}
{{Moveentrytm|069|Bellsprout|2|Grass|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|081|Magnemite|2|Electric|Steel}}
{{Moveentrytm|092|Gastly|2|Ghost|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|111|Rhyhorn|2|Ground|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|137|Porygon|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|175|Togepi|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|179|Mareep|1|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|187|Hoppip|2|Grass|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|194|Wooper|2|Water|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|239|Elekid|1|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|240|Magby|1|Fire}}
{{Moveentrytm|265|Wurmple|1|Bug}}
{{Moveentrytm|270|Lotad|2|Water|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|273|Seedot|1|Grass}}
{{Moveentrytm|280|Ralts|1|Psychic}}
{{Moveentrytm|283|Surskit|2|Bug|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|287|Slakoth|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|293|Whismur|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|298|Azurill|1|Normal}}
{{Moveentrytm|304|Aron|2|Steel|Rock}}
{{Moveentrytm|328|Trapinch|1|Ground}}
{{Moveentrytm|341|Corphish|1|Water}}
{{Moveentrytm|371|Bagon|1|Dragon}}
{{Moveentrytm|396|Starly|2|Normal|Flying}}
{{Moveentrytm|403|Shinx|1|Electric}}
{{Moveentrytm|406|Budew|2|Grass|Poison}}
{{Moveentrytm|440|Happiny|1|Normal}}
|}
|}

* When {{p|Genesect}} is [[Held item|holding]] a [[Drive]], the light on its Photon Blaster [[Form differences#Genesect|changes color]]. The Burn and Shock Drives are exclusive to Black, while the Douse and Chill Drives are exclusive to White.
* While {{p|Cottonee}} and {{p|Petilil}} are only available in the wild in Black and White respectively, there is an [[List of in-game trades|in-game trade]] in [[Nacrene City]] for the Pokémon which is exclusive to the other game. By extension, this also allows {{p|Whimsicott}} and {{p|Lilligant}} to be obtained in the versions they are otherwise unobtainable in.
* While {{p|Volbeat}} and {{p|Illumise}} are only available in the wild in Black and White respectively, Illumise can {{pkmn|Breeding|breed}} with any male Pokémon in the {{egg3|Bug}}, {{egg3|Humanshape}} or {{p|Ditto}} to produce eggs that have an 50% chance of hatching into Volbeat. However, breeding Volbeat with Ditto will not produce Illumise eggs.

==Compatibility==
Black and White are able to connect with all [[Generation IV|fourth generation]] main series games. Pokémon from Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, and SoulSilver are able to be traded forward to these games using the [[Poké Transfer]]. Like the transfer available in [[Pal Park]], Pokémon sent to Black and White cannot be returned to their original games. Some event Pokémon released in Generation IV have the ability to unlock more events in Generation V: specific {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, {{p|Suicune}} and {{p|Celebi}}, transferrable via an exclusive method called the [[Relocator]], unlock {{p|Zorua}} and {{p|Zoroark}}. Likewise, the [[Lock Capsule]] transferred from Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver yields {{tm|95|Snarl}}, but this event has yet to take place.

Black and White also have the ability to connect to the Internet, accessing the [[Pokémon Dream World]]; Pokémon acquired in this manner are obtained in the [[Entralink|Entree Forest]]. Although the game cartridges contain infrared technology similar to that used in HeartGold and SoulSilver, Black and White are unable to connect with the [[Pokéwalker]].

==Reception==
[[File:BWFamitsu.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Black and White's perfect score]]
Gaming magazine {{wp|Famitsu}} has given Pokémon Black and White Versions perfect scores. The reviewers were highly impressed with the fresh approach that the game has taken, from the graphics to the new features to the diversity of the Pokémon. The reviewers were also impressed by the Wi-Fi and PC features.

Only 14 other games have received a perfect score of 40/40, the first of which was ''{{zw|The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time}}'', and the most recent being ''{{wp|Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker}}.

{{wp|Game Informer}} gave the games 8.75 out of 10. Videogamer.com gave the games a 9 out of 10. [[Nintendo Power]] gave the games a 9.0 out of 10. {{wp|Edge (magazine)|Edge}} gave the games an 8/10.

==Trivia==
* The developer included antiwar ideas to Pokémon Black and White.
* Pokémon Black and White each have a [[Tao trio|mascot]] of the color of their counterpart version.
* Black and White are the only games where the player is required to interact with other [[non-player character|NPC]]s (in this case, their rivals) before proceeding downstairs to speak with their [[mom|mother]].
* Game Freak spent about one and a half years developing the story and characters.<ref>[http://www.gamefreak.co.jp/blog/staff/?p=202 Game Freak's blog]</ref>
* Several bonus items were available with pre-orders of the games in various countries:
** In Japan, people could receive a {{p|Reshiram}} sound drop by pre-ordering Pokémon Black and a {{p|Zekrom}} sound drop by pre-ordering Pokémon White.
** In the USA, {{wp|Toys "R" Us}} offered Reshiram and Zekrom wall clings to anyone who pre-ordered the game.
** In the UK, {{wp|Gamestation}} offered three styli for the DS, each one featuring one of the [[Unova]] [[starter Pokémon]] to anyone who pre-ordered the game.
** In the UK, {{wp|GAME}} offered an exclusive poster to anyone who pre-ordered the game.
** In Australia, {{wp|JB Hi-Fi}} offered a Nintendo DS case featuring Reshiram and Zekrom to anyone who pre-ordered the game.
* The credits of the Japanese versions are shown in English if kanji mode is selected.
* The font used in the text of dialogues by the Japanese versions is the same one seen in [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl beta|pre-release media]] of the Japanese versions of {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}.
* Pokémon Black and White are the first main series games to require the version mascot to be specifically ''caught''; if the battle ends by any other means (such as causing {{p|Reshiram}}{{sup|Bl}} or {{p|Zekrom}}{{sup|W}} to faint), the story will not proceed, and the player will have to try again.
** However, if the player is unable to catch their mascot because of a full [[party]] and [[PC]] boxes, the story will proceed anyway, and the Pokémon will be waiting for them at [[Dragonspiral Tower]] later.
* In the international versions, Pokémon names are no longer displayed in all capital letters, following the trend set in [[Generation IV]] of no longer displaying the names of characters, items and locations in all capital letters.
* When the games were advertised or reported on [[Pokémon Sunday]], the song ''{{wp|Black or White}}'' by {{wp|Michael Jackson}} was played multiple times as a reference to the titles of the games.
* These games are the first [[version|main series]] {{pkmn|games}} to be available in Europe before the United States, being released 2 days earlier. However, these are not the first Pokémon titles, being preceded by the spin-off games [[Pokémon Dash]] and [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]].
* The slogan used in the commercials for these games is "Start From a New Beginning".
* When {{p|Zorua}} and {{p|Zoroark}} were revealed to the public, it was the first time that two Pokémon were unveiled for a new upcoming Generation at once.
* These games are the first Pokémon games that support {{wp|Wi-Fi Protected Access|WPA}} encryption; however, they do not when played on a [[Nintendo DS]] or a [[Nintendo DS Lite]].
* Black and White are the first handheld Pokémon games to censor certain words when attempting to nickname a Pokémon. This means that if the player gives a nickname to a Pokémon that is registered on the games' built-in blacklist, he/she will be unable to confirm the nickname as the action will be denied, requiring another, whitelisted name to be input.
* Korean versions of Black and White, unlike all Korean Generation IV games, can communicate with international versions without any issues.

===In other languages===
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|ja=ポケットモンスターブラック・ホワイト
|fr_eu=Pokémon Version Noire et Version Blanche
|de=Pokémon Schwarze Edition und Weiße Edition
|it=Pokémon Versione Nera e Versione Bianca
|ko={{tt|포켓몬스터 블랙·화이트|Pocket Monsters Black and White}}
|es_eu=Pokémon Edición Negra y Edición Blanca}}

==References==
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== I was wondering... ==
Hi, ShinjiLover, I was wondering what you mean by Pokédream forum. What's that? - [[User:Twisted Ivy|Twisted Ivy]] 04:35, 6 January 2011 (UTC)

== Fandom ==

Hi, I'm Keito. If you could answer my question, that would be great. What is fandom, exactly? And what can I do to help? --[[User:Keitonashita|Keito]] [[User talk:Keitonashita|nashita]] 04:18, 12 February 2011 (UTC)

Hello. There are a few games I'd like to add to Project Fandom, being Pokemon Raptor EX and Pokemon Ruby Destiny. There are 3 different hacks of Pokemon Ruby Destiny, being Reign Of Legends, Rescue Rangers, and Life Of Guardians. Can you add them? Thanks. [[User:Fangamemaker|Fangamemaker]] 17:50, 18 May 2011 (UTC)

Bulbapedia:Project Fandom/To-do list

2011-05-18T17:33:00Z

Fangamemaker: /* Nice to have */

The to-do list is, currently, as follows:

== List ==
=== Top ===
*[[Frost Cave]]
*[[Loose Change]]
*[[Pokémon Palace Network]]
*[[Razor Raven]]
*[[The Pokémon Labs]]
*[[PokéValley]]
*[[Ultimate Teams]]
*[[Kaizeren Myuu]]

=== Nice to have ===
*[[PokeDream forum]]

== Finished ==
*<strike>[[Pokemopolis forum]]</strike>
*<strike>Go through every respectable topic and place <nowiki>{{Project Fandom notice}}</nowiki> on the articles. Please, use common sense when placing this notice on the article. If you are unsure whether or not to place the notice on an article, please contact me via [[User Talk:ShinjiLover|talk page]].</strike>

== Notes ==
:Please do not make edits to this article unless you are fixing spelling mistakes. If you think I've missed something, please contact me, ''[[User:ShinjiLover|シンジ]]'''''[[Paul|Shinji]]'''[[User talk:ShinjiLover|Lover]],'''[[Special:Contributions/ShinjiLover|Edits]]''', via talk page.

::Do not take anything to the founder, as (s)he hasn't been active for over two years.

{{Project Fandom notice}}
[[Category:Project to-do lists|Fandom]]

Bulbapedia:Project Fandom/To-do list

2011-05-18T17:31:27Z

Fangamemaker: /* Nice to have */

The to-do list is, currently, as follows:

== List ==
=== Top ===
*[[Frost Cave]]
*[[Loose Change]]
*[[Pokémon Palace Network]]
*[[Razor Raven]]
*[[The Pokémon Labs]]
*[[PokéValley]]
*[[Ultimate Teams]]
*[[Kaizeren Myuu]]

=== Nice to have ===
*[[PokeDream forum]]
*[[Pokemon Raptor EX]]

== Finished ==
*<strike>[[Pokemopolis forum]]</strike>
*<strike>Go through every respectable topic and place <nowiki>{{Project Fandom notice}}</nowiki> on the articles. Please, use common sense when placing this notice on the article. If you are unsure whether or not to place the notice on an article, please contact me via [[User Talk:ShinjiLover|talk page]].</strike>

== Notes ==
:Please do not make edits to this article unless you are fixing spelling mistakes. If you think I've missed something, please contact me, ''[[User:ShinjiLover|シンジ]]'''''[[Paul|Shinji]]'''[[User talk:ShinjiLover|Lover]],'''[[Special:Contributions/ShinjiLover|Edits]]''', via talk page.

::Do not take anything to the founder, as (s)he hasn't been active for over two years.

{{Project Fandom notice}}
[[Category:Project to-do lists|Fandom]]

Bulbapedia:Project Fandom/To-do list

2011-05-18T17:28:59Z

Fangamemaker: /* Nice to have */

The to-do list is, currently, as follows:

== List ==
=== Top ===
*[[Frost Cave]]
*[[Loose Change]]
*[[Pokémon Palace Network]]
*[[Razor Raven]]
*[[The Pokémon Labs]]
*[[PokéValley]]
*[[Ultimate Teams]]
*[[Kaizeren Myuu]]

=== Nice to have ===
*[[PokeDream forum]]
*[[Pokemon Ruby Destiny (There are 3 different hacks of this, being Reign Of Legends, Rescue Rangers, and Life Of Guardians.)]]
*[[Pokemon Raptor EX]]

== Finished ==
*<strike>[[Pokemopolis forum]]</strike>
*<strike>Go through every respectable topic and place <nowiki>{{Project Fandom notice}}</nowiki> on the articles. Please, use common sense when placing this notice on the article. If you are unsure whether or not to place the notice on an article, please contact me via [[User Talk:ShinjiLover|talk page]].</strike>

== Notes ==
:Please do not make edits to this article unless you are fixing spelling mistakes. If you think I've missed something, please contact me, ''[[User:ShinjiLover|シンジ]]'''''[[Paul|Shinji]]'''[[User talk:ShinjiLover|Lover]],'''[[Special:Contributions/ShinjiLover|Edits]]''', via talk page.

::Do not take anything to the founder, as (s)he hasn't been active for over two years.

{{Project Fandom notice}}
[[Category:Project to-do lists|Fandom]]