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This is a guide on all latest News and Game Info about the new Pokemon Legends Arceus RPG, releasing on January 28, 2022. Read on to see all latest updates, game info, and find out everything we know so far about Pokemon Legends Arceus!
List of Contents
Version 2.0.0 for Pokemon HOME has been announced and will provide compatibility for Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, and Pokemon Sword and Shield. This will finally allow transfer between the games.
Pokemon HOME Compatibility and Release Date
A new update dropped on March 18, 2022 to address some issues including the unobtainable Shiny Charm bug that plagued the game. Update now!
Version 1.1.1 Update and Patch Notes
New features and content to Pokemon Legends: Arceus are added during the Version 1.1.0 update to the game. Titled as the Daybreak update, new gameplay features are added, including the appearance of rare Pokemon in the new Massive Mass Outbreaks, as well as new battles in the Training Grounds.
Daybreak and Ver. 1.1.0 Update
On February 21st, the Japanese Pokemon Twitter has announced a week-long celebration leading up to the Pokemon Day Celebration, finalizing with a Pokemon Presents at 2 PM GMT (9 AM EST) on February 27th, 2022. Event information for various Pokemon games will be announced, a day at a time! Whether or not Pokemon Legends: Arceus will have any new announcements for it remains to be seen, but we'll be monitoring the event!
Pokemon Day 2022: Pokemon Presents Summary and Details
Three weeks following the release of the game, Nintendo and The Pokemon Company are now revealing some of the secrets they held back from before release.
February 19 Trailer: Everything We Learned
The follow-up to the day one patch for Pokemon Legends: Arceus was announced on February 9, 2022. It is recommended to update to this version as it addresses bugs from the day one patch. This includes bug fixes for game crashes and the bug surrounding Cherrim's capture.
The day one patch for Pokemon Legends Arceus was announced on January 27, 2022. Since the Version 1.0.1 update was announced before launch, it will be available upon the game's release.
 Hisuian Decidueye |
 Hisuian Typhlosion |
 Hisuian Samurott |
On January 25, the final Japanese trailer for Pokemon Legends: Arceus released on Twitter, which heavily teases Hisuian forms of the final evolutions of the three starters, along with a mysterious structure atop a mountain, which is likely the iconic Spear Pillar.
January 25 Final Trailer: Everything We Learned
Players may purchase the game digitally through the Nintendo E-Shop may now begin preloading their copies of Pokemon Legends: Arceus!
As part of Pokemon's Project Piplup campaign, a new distrubution has been announced! From February 5 to February 24 Japanese players can claim the serial code for a special Piplup from Pokemon Center Osaka, Mega Tokyo, and Kanazawa!
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| Start | February 5, 2022 (Sat.) |
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| End | Febuary 24, 2022 (Thu.) |
This Piplup knows the moves Bubble, Baby-Doll Eyes, Roost, and Double-Edge, and its distrubution coincides with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl's own Piplup distribution!
A 13-minute video with details on each aspect of gameplay was revealed on January 13! Info on Missions and Requests, Pokemon battle specifics, new items and areas, and more were revealed in the trailer.
January 13 Trailer: Everything We Learned
Pokemon Legends Arceus is still available for preorder! You can preorder the game from the retailers listed below. You can also head over to the Official Pokemon Legends Arceus Website to pre-order.
| Stores | Copy | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Physical Version | $59.99 (Out of Stock as of 01/04/2022) |
| Best Buy | Physical Version | $59.99 |
| Game Stop | Physical Version | $59.99 |
| Target | Physical Version | $59.99 |
| Pokemon Center | Physical Version | $59.99 |
| Nintendo eShop | Digital Version | $59.99 |
The prices here are shown in USD, before tax.
How to Preorder and All Preorder Bonuses
| Gift | Method/Code | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Hisuian Growlithe Kimono Set | Get via Internet: No code required |
May 9, 2022 (4:59 PM PT) |
| Baneful Fox Mask Mystery Gift | Get via Internet: No code required |
May 9, 2022 (4:59 PM PT) |
| Darkrai | Pokemon Brilliant Diamond or Shining Pearl save data | - |
| Modern Team Galactic Set | Pokemon Brilliant Diamond or Shining Pearl save data | - |
| Shaymin (Land Forme) | Pokemon Sword or Shield save data | - |
| Shaymin Kimono Set | Pokemon Sword or Shield save data | - |
| Pikachu and Eevee Masks | Pokemon, Let's Go! Pikachu or Eevee save data | - |
| 30 Heavy Balls | Early Purchase Bonus (Digital Version) | May 9, 2022 (4:59 PM PT) |
| Garchomp Kimono Set | Amazon JP Preorder | - |
| Shiny Baneful Fox Mask | Get via Internet: No code required |
June 1, 2023 (4:59 PM PT) |
How to Get Mystery Gifts and List of Codes
Pokemon Legends: Arceus is set to release worldwide on January 28, 2022!
Pokemon Legends Arceus is expected to have a midnight local release, just like previous Pokemon games. This means the game will be available to play when the clock strikes midnight in your area.
Pokemon revealed Hisuian Voltorb as a follow up to the Poke Ball and Ball Guy teasers they ran on their official Twitter account!
Hisuian Voltorb - Evolution, How to Get, and Research Tasks
Beginning January 28, 2022 to October 31st, 2022, players from Japan are able to receive a Happiny at Pokemon Centers on their birth month!
All that is needed is proof that your birthday is the current month of your visit and you are eligible to receive a Serial Code for Happiny in Pokemon Legends: Arceus.
Release Date
Updated 11/23/2022
Learn more about the release date and release time of Pokemon Legends: Arceus!
Release Time and Countdown
Updated 1/28/2022
Read on for a release countdown and a list of regions in order of release time!
How to Preorder and All Preorder Bonuses
Updated 4/21/2022
Find out how and where to preorder Pokemon Legends: Arceus and all preorder bonuses!
How to Get Mystery Gifts
Updated 11/23/2022
Learn how to unlock and receive Mystery Gifts, list of Mystery Gift codes, and all free gifts in Pokemon Legends Arceus!
Will There Be DLC?
Updated 4/4/2022
Find out possible DLC and content updates that could come in the future!
All Game Editions and Bundles
Updated 12/23/2021
Learn all special editions, versions, price, and bonuses before Pokemon Legends: Arceus' release.
Preload Date and Guide
Updated 1/21/2022
Learn how to preload, preload requirements, and what date preload will be available for the game.
Is Multiplayer or Co-op Available?
Updated 11/23/2022
Find out all online and multiplayer features, such as trading and Pokemon HOME, and if Nintendo Switch Online is required!
How to Get Shaymin Kimono Set
Updated 1/19/2022
Learn how to get the Shaymin Kimono Set with Pokemon Sword and Shield save data!
How to Get Pikachu and Eevee Masks
Updated 1/19/2022
Find out how to get the Pikachu and Eevee Masks with Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee save data!
How to Get Modern Team Galactic Set
Updated 1/19/2022
Learn how to get the Modern Team Galactic Set with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl save data!
How to Get the Garchomp Kimono Set
Updated 1/11/2022
Learn how to get the Amazon exclusive Garchomp Kimono outfit!
All Ancestors of Diamond and Pearl Characters
Updated 2/16/2022
Learn about all ancestors of Diamond and Pearl characters and possible ancestors of characters from other Pokemon games!
Map Size
Updated 3/21/2022
Learn about the game's map size, how large the map is, and how many areas there are in the Hisui region!
Time Period and Region
Updated 1/5/2022
Learn about the time period and region setting of the new Pokemon game.
Who is the Almighty Sinnoh?
Updated 2/16/2022
Find out what we know about the Almighty Sinnoh and theories on whether it's the Legendary Pokemon Arceus, Dialga, or Palkia!
Pokemon HOME Compatibility and Release Date
Updated 5/19/2022
Learn about Pokemon HOME compatibility and how to download Pokemon HOME before support arrives for Pokemon Legends Arceus in 2022!
Can You Battle with Other Players?
Updated 1/28/2022
Learn about online battles, ranked battle, and if you can battle with other players in Pokemon Legends: Arceus!
Will There Be a Demo or Beta Version?
Updated 1/4/2022
Learn about demo and beta version release announcements and the history of mainline Pokemon games demos on the Nintendo Switch!
Will Pokemon Legends Arceus Have Voice Acting?
Updated 3/22/2022
Learn about the likelihood of voice over dialogue and voice actors in the new Pokemon RPG!
| Game Features | |
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| All Gameplay Features and Everything We Know | New Pokemon and Regional Variants |
| Starter Pokemon | Game Genre |
| Battle System | Connections to Sinnoh Remakes |
| Mega Evolutions | National Dex |
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 Pokedex |
 Story Walkthrough |
 Requests |
 Bosses |
 Map and Locations |
 Alpha Pokemon |
 Items |
 Beginner's Tips & Guides |
 Moves |
 News and Game Info |
 Message Boards |
 Characters |
 Best Pokemon Tier List and Movesets |
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