Gamer reviews for Pokémon: Magikarp Jump
Hours of fun to be had with this Magikarp spin-off
Magikarp Jump is a new spin-off Pokemon game by The Pokemon Company available for free on both Android and iOS portable devices.
The game is free to download and play, but there is the option of in-app purchases. We have found however that for happy gameplay there is no need whatsoever to purchase anything, and you can basically unlock everything (except the Diamond Miner) without spending a penny or dime!
The gameplay is cute and will appeal to anyone craving some Pokemon type action with everyone's favourite 'most-useless' Pokemon! The idea of the game is that you raise and train your Magikarp to take on various Leagues.
The game is time-controlled so for example you can only train three times in half an hour, then you have to wait for a training point to be refilled - one per half hour. You can use diamonds to purchase items to allow you to train however.
Diamonds are unlocked for free in the game, but also purchasable for real money in the games shop.
The game is well worth a try, especially for younger players, it may even help encourage their reading as there are encounters with options. It's great value for money as it is free to play and you really don't need to make a purchase to enjoy the game.