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The Sweeper Pokemon – Competitive Pokémon Guide

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The Sweeper is your powerhouse. It’s the job of the sweeper to hit, and hit hard. Of course with so many offensive powerhouses the question of what sort of sweeper to use is a tricky one.

Personally I would recommend one physical sweeper and one special sweeper. I tend to find that the best sweepers are double typed Pokémon that can get a same type attack boost on two different moves. For example Garchomp gets a boost to his dragon and ground type attacks. While this isn’t necessary I do find that it allows for the maximum offensive output.

You may also want to consider a Pokémon who is super effective against the most types. For example, fire and fighting have a very broad range of coverage, as do fighting and dark. A Pokémon such as Scrafty can hit nearly every thing effectively because of its great dual typing. Certain type combinations will be better than others.

Speed is another important factor. You ideally always want to go with the Pokémon that can hit first; remember how in the introduction I brought up that Salamence was widely outclassed by Garchomp? That was because while Salamence had the greater offensive power, it was out sped by Garchomp and though the difference wasn’t too great, it still meant Garchomp would have the advantage because it was still faster.

The Dragon type often makes for a great sweeper as while it is only super effective against its own type it’s attacks are so powerful. That coupled with the fact that dragon types usually have the highest stats of any Pokémon, and that they have great type coverage (being able to use fire, ground and water type attacks) that they nearly always hit hard.

Some sweepers I’d recommend besides the aforementioned Garchomp and Salamence are: Mega Charizard X and Y.

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Mega Charizard X provides good physical attack with an immunity to being burned (meaning that attack stat is very hard to lower, as burn cuts your attack in half) and access to dragon dance and its ability tough claws means it will consistently do a lot of damage, but it still has a decent special attack which allows it to act as a mixed sweeper.

Mega Charizard Y is more powerful in terms of offense but not quite as versatile as Mega Charizard X. Mind you, it doesn’t need to be. With a sky-high special attack and the ability drought, Y-Zard is always in the sun giving it boosted fire attacks and a constant access to a ready charged solarbeam. That coupled with great speed allows it to hit rock and water types for super effective damage and will often one hit KO them.

However there is more to offense than damaging attacks. Next time I will break down the annoyer.

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.

The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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