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Why is VGC only Doubles? 0 votes 3,411 views

I heard VGC 2014 is Doubles. Curse GF!

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asked Sep 19, 2014 by [Dark Star] Greninja edited Sep 19, 2014 by Sempi Just want to mention, it's not Game Freak making those decisions, it's Nintendo and the Pokemon Company International. commented Sep 19, 2014 by Fizz

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The format for VGC Tournaments is doubles because it is more fast paced, and very difficult to stall. You probably know that single battles can be long and drawn out, and there isn't time for that in a large-scale tournament like the ones they hold, as it takes place in a single day.

answered Sep 19, 2014 by ~Crimson~ selected Sep 19, 2014 by [Dark Star] Greninja Not to mention, Pokémon was also more balanced towards doubles. commented Sep 19, 2014 by Tysonyoshi And more stratedgies=more fun! commented Mar 28, 2015 by Mr.Trainer29

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