Now, Ive been an avid fan since Red/Blue, but really...
Like, 4 people use the contest features. And they have no bearing over any part of the game: you dont get exclusive items or Pokemon for doing them. DROP THE FEATURE.
Im going to buy this game without a doubt, but it seems like they're just making some really pointless features. They could do so much more with Co-Op if they impliment it right, and they could do so much more with the franchise.
Generation 1 to 2 was a massive leap, (Genders, Shinys, Breeding, Pokegear, Color, etc.) 2 to 3 was a massive leap (Abilities, IV differentials, mechanic changes) and (you guessed it), 3 to 4 was a massive leap (Metagame Mechanics and general gameplay was tweaked to improve balance). Why does it seem this time around that 4 to 5 is just taking baby steps? I mean, transition to 3D environments (compared to the 2.5D) is kinda a big step, and Triple Battles are interesting... But it honestly just feels forced this time around. =\