Pokémon from all regions that can be photographed across the various courses in the game. There are over 800 Pokémon in the Pokédex, meaning quite a few monsters failed to appear in the Lental Region. While it is unrealistic to assume it was possible to include all Pokémon from the games, more than a few creatures were omitted that should have been in the game.
New Pokémon Snap has 12 biomes to choose from, covering a variety of terrains and temperatures. From volcanoes to beaches to flowery fields, many of these environments would be suitable for several Pokémon left out of the final product. Pokémon of all rarities have many beloved designs and lore associated with them, and the cast of New Pokémon Snap could have benefitted from a few more inclusions to the game.
Fireflow Volcano Course, and Raikou would have made an excellent legendary for the Ruins of Remembrance Course.
Galar Gets Left In The Dust in New Pokémon Snap
While Galar's starter trio gets ample attention in New Pokémon Snap, there are many surprising omissions from the newest Pokémon region. Perhaps the most surprising was the choice to omit Zacian and Zamazenta, the two legendaries who starred on the covers of Pokémon Sword and Shield respectively. As the title legendary Pokémon for the newest games that feature deep connections to humankind in their lore, Zacian and Zamazenta could have been astounding additions to the Pokémon displayed in New Pokémon Snap. Featuring two different forms, Zacian and Zamazenta could have introduced a level of challenge to photograph both forms and would have fit in with the theme of the Florio Nature Park at night.
Another Galar Region Pokémon who was left out of the game is the rather imposing Corviknight and its subsequent evolution line. Corviknight appears regularly throughout Pokémon Sword and Shield as a form of taxi service in Galar. Its first form, Rookidee, is one of the first Pokémon players will encounter upon beginning their journey. Its design resembles an armored bird and obtains an appropriate Flying-Steel dual typing upon evolving into Corviknight. This Pokémon also had a significant presence in the short animated series on YouTube, Pokémon: Twilight Wings.
While Galar wasn't the only region left in the dust, it certainly had many creatures that deserved a moment in the spotlight throughout some of New Pokémon Snap's many courses. Additionally, other fan favorites such as Gyrados, Arcanine, and Mimikyu failed to appear in-game. It was enthralling to see so many Pokémon existing in their natural habitats with amazing animations, but the exclusion of so many beloved creatures made it hard to not be a little disappointed. However, New Pokémon Snap could still receive a DLC or Expansion that could add new courses or Pokémon, though nothing has been announced.