To find out what Pokémon appear in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, please look forward to the release of those games.

WARNING: If you have epilepsy or have had seizures or other unusual reactions to flashing lights or patterns, consult a doctor before playing video games. The Mystery Gift option can be found within the Poké Portal menu option in the X menu after you unlock the feature in the Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet game. Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet offer an open-world experience that only the Pokémon series can deliver—one welcoming even to newcomers to the series. Encounter the newly-discovered Legendary Pokémon Ogerpon and Terapagos as you broaden your horizons beyond Uva Academy and explore even more of the Pokémon world. New Pokémon to Discover – Learn new details about Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly—the three Pokémon from which you’ll choose your first partner—along with other wonderful new Pokémon, including the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon!Galarian Ponyta being exclusive to Pokemon Shield will make the choice easy for some, though Sirfetch'd being exclusive to Pokemon Sword is another point of consideration. It's now confirmed that the rare Pokemon Double Pack SteelBook Edition is back for this year's Pokemon Sword and Shield release. These crystals can be used to summon special Max Raid Battles that will last until midnight of the day they're consumed.

Each game that can receive Pokémon via Pokémon HOME can receive only Pokémon that can be obtained in that particular game.It's likely that they're either dedicated to acquiring all Pokemon for themselves or are picking both up to share with a family member. All users should read the Health and Safety Information available in the system settings before using this software. Others yet may choose not to decide at all, opting instead for partaking in this year's Pokemon Sword and Shield Double Pack SteelBook.

The first piece of exclusive digital content is a golden backpack for both the boy and girl player characters. The two-game package also includes a custom SteelBook featuring the two main Legendary Pokemon Zacian and Zamazenta in a gold box.

Any Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. The rest of us will settle for just a single copy of either Pokemon Sword or Shield, either with Galarian Ponyta or with regret.