RPGamer: Pokémon Ranger: SoA Review

Overall, Shadows of Almia is a huge improvement over the original game, and in many ways has created a new series that could potentially become as popular as the main line, but there is still much room for improvement. Shadows of Almia’s length is more than double that of Pokémon Ranger, lasting a solid twenty hours, with many more available for those interested in completing the additional twenty quests that become available after the main storyline, or even for those who simply want to complete the Pokédex.

The game is a fair bit easier than its predecessor as well, but not too easy. Although it still has its fair share of problems, Shadows of Almia is a fun game that, hopefully, marks the beginning of a new and long-lasting Pokémon series.