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Could Pokemon Unite Become The Next Esport And Why Is Everyone Upset?

Author Checkpoint XP
July 7th, 2020 3:09 PM

In perhaps the most controversial Pokemon announcement ever, Game Freak revealed Pokemon Unite. Instead of the next installment of the RPG games, Unite is a MOBA. That’s right! Pokemon is going to the Rift! Well not exactly, but the concept of a DOTA 2 style Pokemon game is baffling to some. It caused a wave of negative reaction from Poke-fans, mostly because they expected a Diamond/Pearl remaster. Norris and Jacob react to the game and give their take on if it could be a blessing in disguise.

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