This is a guide on Sword and Shield connectivity and compatibility with the Diamond and Pearl Remakes. Read on to learn if trading and battling between Sword and Shield and Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP) is available!
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You currently are unable to trade between Pokemon Sword & Shield and Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. It's to be determined if we'll be able to transfer Pokemon from the Galar region when Pokemon HOME support arrives for the Sinnoh remakes in 2022.
Pokemon HOME: How to Use and Release Date
You are also unable to engage in online battles between Sword & Shield and Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Additionally, the Sinnoh remakes do not house the competitve scene of Ranked Battles, which still remains in Pokemon Sword and Shield.
Players with save data for either Pokemon Sword or Pokemon Shield can receive a free Jirachi Gift in-game in Floaroma Town. To receive Jirachi, simply speak to the gentleman in the flower field located on the southwest end of Floaroma Town, and you'll receive Jirachi right away.
As Floaroma Town is reachable after the 1st badge, with an estimated 3 hours of gameplay, it's a good idea to pick up Jirachi right away, as it will be far and away the most powerful Pokemon in your team at this point in the game.
If you have save data for Pokemon: Let's Go, Pikachu or Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee!, you can also receive a Mew from the madame standing next to the gentleman.
Better Version to Buy
Updated 11/25/2021
Learn the differences between versions and better version of the Diamond and Pearl Remakes to buy.
How Long to Beat Pokemon BDSP
Updated 11/17/2021
Find out how long it will take to finish Pokemon BDSP!
List of Glitches
Updated 2/21/2022
Learn all glitches and bugs in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl!
Online Features
Updated 2/22/2022
Find out what are the game's online multiplayer features and if a Nintendo Online Subscription is required.
Will There Be DLC?
Updated 11/17/2021
Find out if there will be an upcoming DLC for Pokemon BDSP!
Is Ranked Battle Available?
Updated 11/9/2021
Read on to learn about the availability of online, ranked battles!
Dialga & Palkia Switch Lite
Updated 11/9/2021
Learn how to preorder the limited edition Switch Lite ahead of the release date!
Available Platforms
Updated 11/12/2021
Find out where you can play Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl!
All Gen 4 Pokemon Excluded from Sword and Shield
Updated 11/10/2021
Learn all Generation 4 Pokemon that could be added to Pokemon Sworld and Shield after the release of BDSP.
Connections to Pokemon Legends Arceus
Updated 12/15/2021
Learn about the hidden connections, hints, and Easter eggs in the Sinnoh remakes for the upcoming Arceus game!
Release Date & Time
Updated 12/23/2021
Learn more about the release date and release time of Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl!
Release Time & Countdown
Updated 11/19/2021
Find out when Pokemon BDSP will be available in your region!
Preorder Guide & Bonuses
Updated 11/9/2021
Find out how and where to preorder the Sinnoh remakes!
Preload Guide
Updated 11/12/2021
Learn how to preload the game ahead of its scheduled release date!
All Confirmed Pokemon
Updated 11/25/2021
Find out all returning Pokemon and new additions to the Sinnoh Pokedex!
All Confirmed Moves
Updated 12/24/2021
Learn all returning moves, Hidden Moves, and TMs in the Diamond and Pearl Remakes.!
Remakes' Graphics
Updated 11/9/2021
Find out more about the chibi art style and the new battle animation!
Pokemon BDSP Review
Updated 4/26/2022
The jury is out. Do the Sinnoh remakes live up to the hype? Hear our thoughts and opinions about Pokemon BDSP.
All Mystery Gifts
Updated 5/1/2022
Find out all exclusive, limited-time items and Event Pokemon you can collect!
Updates and Patch Notes
Updated 2/22/2022
Learn all update versions and patch notes and how to update the games!
Trailers and Gameplay Videos
Updated 11/24/2021
This page contains all trailers and pre-release gameplay videos for Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
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