[Matrixbeast]

I guess, being the type of player that tries to use new Pokemon, rather than holding a death grip on decade old Pokemon each game, I'm just not bothered by the decision.

While it is a bit of a bummer, I feel it's being blown out of proportion. The notion that all 800+ old Pokemon must be brought over in order to be a good game is something I find ridiculous. Add in the 100+ new Pokemon we get with every new game iteration, and it's just insane.
I agree with the statements that there was going to be a certain point where the amount of Pokemon would reach a threshold, and there would be some growing pains from the decision. Still, it was a choice that needed to be made.

If I'm going to be honest, the most disappointing this is the lack of Mega Evolutions returning. Z-Moves were nice, but I'm lukewarm on them, so I'm not heartbroken about them being missing.