Features such as HM Machines, the gaming corner, and the Battle Frontier have been removed in the Diamond and Pearl Remakes! Read on for a list of all removed features in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP).
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Moves that were once HM moves (such as Cut, Surf, Rock Climb) are now Hidden Moves that you summon wild Pokemon to use through an app on the Poketch. This way, you don't need to sacrifice a move slot of your party Pokemon or make use of an HM slave.
HMs (Hidden Machines) are moves that Pokemon had to learn and use outside of battle in order for you to clear obstacles and progress through the story. HMs could not be easily forgotten by Pokemon, so the player had to tailor their parties around them. Now that will no longer be the case.
Pokemon Sun & Moon (in Generation 7) saw the move away from HMs in gameplay, and that trend continues here.
Pal Park has confirmed to be replaced with Ramanas Park. Ramanas Park is a location where you'll be able to encounter Legendary Pokemon from Generations 1 to 3.
The Pal Park was originally where you could transfer Pokemon from the previous generation Pokemon games such as FireRed, LeafGreen, Ruby, and Sapphire to the Nintendo DS and Generation 4.
Encounter Legendary Pokemon in Ramanas Park
Veilstone Game Corner was featured in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum. This is a place where the player could play slot machines in order to earn in-game money. Due to European ratings boards' guidelines on simulated gambling, the slot machine minigame will most likely not return in the remakes. In fact, it was shown in a trailer that the Metronome Style Shop has replaced the Game Corner.
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Although there's no confirmation yet, it appears that the Battle Park will appear instead of the Battle Frontier in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, as the Battle Park appears on the official map instead of the Battle Frontier.
In Pokemon Platinum, the Battle Frontier replaced the Battle Park featured in Diamond and Pearl. It was a post-Pokémon League area where the player could challenge different facilities.
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While there is no official confirmation, it's also unlikely that the Distortion World will return in the Sinnoh remakes, as it did not factor into the original Pokemon Diamond and Pearl games.
The Distortion World was a significant story location that was only added to Sinnoh in Pokemon Platinum. This place had a maze-like structure and was where the player could battle and catch Giratina in its origin forme.
Better Version to Buy
Updated 11/25/2021
Learn the differences between versions and better version of the Diamond and Pearl Remakes to buy.
How Long to Beat Pokemon BDSP
Updated 11/17/2021
Find out how long it will take to finish Pokemon BDSP!
List of Glitches
Updated 2/21/2022
Learn all glitches and bugs in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl!
Online Features
Updated 2/22/2022
Find out what are the game's online multiplayer features and if a Nintendo Online Subscription is required.
Will There Be DLC?
Updated 11/17/2021
Find out if there will be an upcoming DLC for Pokemon BDSP!
Is Ranked Battle Available?
Updated 11/9/2021
Read on to learn about the availability of online, ranked battles!
Dialga & Palkia Switch Lite
Updated 11/9/2021
Learn how to preorder the limited edition Switch Lite ahead of the release date!
Available Platforms
Updated 11/12/2021
Find out where you can play Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl!
All Gen 4 Pokemon Excluded from Sword and Shield
Updated 11/10/2021
Learn all Generation 4 Pokemon that could be added to Pokemon Sworld and Shield after the release of BDSP.
Connections to Pokemon Legends Arceus
Updated 12/15/2021
Learn about the hidden connections, hints, and Easter eggs in the Sinnoh remakes for the upcoming Arceus game!
Release Date & Time
Updated 12/23/2021
Learn more about the release date and release time of Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl!
Release Time & Countdown
Updated 11/19/2021
Find out when Pokemon BDSP will be available in your region!
Preorder Guide & Bonuses
Updated 11/9/2021
Find out how and where to preorder the Sinnoh remakes!
Preload Guide
Updated 11/12/2021
Learn how to preload the game ahead of its scheduled release date!
All Confirmed Pokemon
Updated 11/25/2021
Find out all returning Pokemon and new additions to the Sinnoh Pokedex!
All Confirmed Moves
Updated 12/24/2021
Learn all returning moves, Hidden Moves, and TMs in the Diamond and Pearl Remakes.!
Remakes' Graphics
Updated 11/9/2021
Find out more about the chibi art style and the new battle animation!
Pokemon BDSP Review
Updated 4/26/2022
The jury is out. Do the Sinnoh remakes live up to the hype? Hear our thoughts and opinions about Pokemon BDSP.
All Mystery Gifts
Updated 5/1/2022
Find out all exclusive, limited-time items and Event Pokemon you can collect!
Updates and Patch Notes
Updated 2/22/2022
Learn all update versions and patch notes and how to update the games!
Trailers and Gameplay Videos
Updated 11/24/2021
This page contains all trailers and pre-release gameplay videos for Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
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