Foto Showdown is an interesting concept if nothing else, and seems to actually be using the DSi's cameras in a good way. We've heard very little about the game though, but Konami has now revealed two knew walkthroughs that tell us exactly how it works. Basically it's the concept of Pokemon (collecting monsters) with the concept of Pokemon Snap! (taking pictures).
The top video explains how the pictures collect the creatures and how you can get more and more powerful ones. The video below explains the battle system, which doesn't seem anymore interesting than your standard battle system. All in all this seems like a cool idea backed up by a game that could keep you interested. Might be a nice addition for Nintendo to steal for the next Pokemon games.
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2:00 AM on 02.28.2010
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Now...I need more money.
Stupid March with all these damn games.
Though it seems kind of shallow going by these videos. I almost wish it ripped off the Monster Rancher idea a little more. The rearing and exploring were some of my favorite parts of those games.
Supposedly it's based on the dominant primary color in the photo or something like that.
As long as it doesn't remind me of that one game where the guy let his children voice act...and they were awful.