THE POKÉMON ADVENTURE BECOMES MORE... WILD!
New region, new Pokémon, new rules: get ready, the long-awaited new generation of Pokémon is coming this winter!
Trainer or Traineress, start your adventure in the fascinating Galar region, inspired by England during the Industrial Revolution, where Pokémon battles are elevated to the status of sporting events in stadiums! Your goal: to progress with your Pokémon team to become the best trainer.
All-new Pokémon await you in enchanting environments: valleys, mountains, forests, and especially, the Wild Areas, these open-world zones where Pokémon move freely! A colossal new feature of this installment, the Dynamax phenomenon: it significantly amplifies the size of your Pokémon in battle and, when unleashed by a wild Pokémon, only a team of seasoned trainers can take it down!
Choose your battle in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield on November 15, exclusively on Nintendo Switch!
WILL YOU RISE TO THE CHALLENGE OF DYNAMAX POKÉMON?
The Dynamax phenomenon occurs only in the Galar region, the Pokémon takes on a colossal size for a short moment, its powers are multiplied and its stats boosted. Use this devastating Dynamax tactic wisely in battle: for 3 turns you will have a significant advantage, but your opponent also has this power...
A variant exists, for certain Pokémon only, it is the Gigamax: the Pokémon not only grows larger but also changes appearance! With these particularities, Galar is known for its Pokémon battles in arenas taking place in real stadiums and hosting thousands of spectators. Battle in Dynamax Raids: online or locally, up to 4 Trainers can combine their strength to take down a Dynamax Pokémon that appears in the Wild Areas! You can also call for the help of Trainers generated by AI.
THE GALAR POKÉMON HAVE MANY SURPRISES IN STORE FOR YOU!
New Pokémon are waiting to be discovered: the iconic Moumouton, king of the plains, or the dark Corvaillus that can transport you from one city to another; there are dozens of them! Will you manage to catch them all?
The Galar forms: As with the Alola region, old acquaintances from previous generations have adapted to the unique environment of Galar, as evidenced by the Galarian Weezing topped with a smoking top hat!
Pokémon in all their forms! Some Pokémon like Morpeko have a changing appearance and attacks depending on their mood, Morpeko in hungry mode is ... formidable!
DETHRONE THE POKÉMON MASTER OF GALAR!
You begin your adventure with an important choice, that of your first Pokémon: which of Flambino, Ouistempo, or Larméléon will be your first partner? Explore the Galar region, capture wild Pokémon to build your team, train them, and in each new city discovered, face the Gym Leaders to aspire to the title of Pokémon Master!
LET YOUR STYLE AND YOUR RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR POKÉMON TEAM SHINE!
The combinations of looks have never been so numerous! Clothing, makeup, hairstyle, and even eye color, you customize your trainer according to your mood! More hipster or streetwear today?
"Between two battles, spend time with your Pokémon!"
In Poké-Camping, you can see your Pokémon in the wild, feed them with curry dishes, and even play with them. If you increase their happiness level, they will return the favor in battle!
TO EACH VERSION ITS PECULIARITY
Some Pokémon are exclusive to one version or the other, as well as certain Gym Leaders. You encounter Alistair, the master of Ghost-type Pokémon, in Pokémon Shield and Faïza, the specialist of Fighting-type Pokémon, in Pokémon Sword. You will also need to uncover the mystery behind each Legendary, Zacian and Zamazenta!
THE WILD LANDS OFFER YOU COUNTRIES TO EXPLORE AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE:
These vast spaces with untamed wildlife and flora connect the different cities of the Galar region. For the first time in a Pokémon game, while traversing plains, deserts, and forests, you can manipulate the camera in 360° to spot Pokémon evolving in the wild; their appearance may depend on various factors such as the time of day or the weather, so feel free to come back!
In the tall grass or the Wild Lands, head towards the Pokémon that interest you to initiate a battle and try to capture them!
