So vp I have some questions (i'm still waiting for amazon to sort it's shit out and mail me my copy 'release date delivery' indeed).

Hows the multiplayer?
Can I finally go to another players game and do something other than battle?
Like that odd two player mode from BW, have they done anything similar?

only 69 or so Pokemon?
Are there going to be more?
I'm not usually one for overkill, which is prominent in pokedex regional updates, but this change feels quite jarring and gives the game a small scale feel. Then again though, considering the designs I don't think I want more than 69.

to what extent is it 3D?
are we talking free movement and camera, or just towns with 3D gimmick?

and finally; recommended starter?
I'm thinking Froakie unless I can somehow transfer myself an older pokemon