Each Pokémon series initially releases with two games — Red and Blue, Gold and Silver, Diamond and Pearl, and so on. Every release, fans ask the question: which version is better? With Pokémon X and Y, the answer may surprise you. In past iterations of the franchise, each pair of games has a significant difference: exclusive Pokémon. In older games, before Nintendo and Game Freak decided to drag the series into the modern world and incorporate internet connectivity, this was a big deal. There are, however, other reasons to choose which game you purchase. First, though, the exclusives! Fairy type which is new to the series. Mega Evolution exclusives Pokémon X gets Mega Charizard X, who changes type from Fire to Dragon, but remains flying. Pokémon Y gets Mega Charizard Y, who gains the Drought ability which increases Fire attack , as well as has its special attack increase. X also gets Mega Mewtwo X, who becomes a Fighting and Psychic type, receives an increase in attack, and gets the Steadfast ability which increases speed when flinching in combat. Y gets Mega Mewtwo Y, who gets a boost to special attack, and the Insomnia ability immune to sleep. Which Pokémon is best: X or Y? As always, your play-style should dictate your decision, which means your decision should largely be based on which legendary you prefer, and which Mega Evolutions you prefer. However, Y has a slight advantage. With the inclusion of the competent online functionality, though, this edge has mattered less than it ever has, but it does still exist. If anything, playing Y will likely just save you some time scrolling through the GTS auction house-style system.
