THE POKÉMON ADVENTURE BECOMES MORE... WILD!
New region, new Pokémon, new rules: get ready, the long-awaited new generation of Pokémon is arriving this winter!
Trainer, start your adventure in the fascinating region of Galar, inspired by England during the Industrial Revolution, where Pokémon battles are elevated to the rank of sporting events in stadiums! Your goal: progress with your Pokémon team to become the best trainer.
Brand new Pokémon await you in enchanting environments: valleys, mountains, forests and above all, the Wild Lands, these open world areas where Pokémon move freely!
A colossal new addition to this opus, the Dynamax phenomenon: it considerably amplifies the size of your Pokémon in battle and, when it is deployed by a wild Pokémon, only an alliance of experienced trainers can overcome it!
Choose your battle in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield on November 15, exclusively on Nintendo Switch!
WILL YOU BE A MATCH TO POKÉMON DYNAMAX?
The Dynamax phenomenon only occurs in the Galar region, the Pokémon takes on the size of a colossus for a short time, its powers are increased tenfold and its statistics boosted.
Use this devastating Dynamax tactic wisely in combat: 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 but changes its appearance! With these particularities, Galar is known for its Pokémon arena battles taking place in real stadiums and welcoming thousands of spectators.
Fight in Dynamax Raids: online or locally, up to 4 Trainers can combine their strength to defeat a Dynamax Pokémon that appears in the Wildlands! You can also seek help from AI-generated Trainers.
THE POKÉMON OF GALAR HAS MANY SURPRISES IN PLACE FOR YOU!
New Pokémon are to be discovered: the iconic Moumuton, king of the plains or the dark Corviknight who can transport you from one city to another; There are dozens of them! Will you be able to capture them all?
Forms of Galar: As with the Alola region, old acquaintances from previous generations have adapted to the unique environment of Galar, evidenced by the Galar Smogogo wearing a smoking top hat!
Pokémon in all their forms! Some Pokémon like Morpeko have an appearance and attacks that change depending on their mood, Morpeko in hungry mode is... formidable!
DETHROTE THE POKÉMON MASTER OF GALAR!
You begin your adventure with an important choice, that of the first Pokémon: which of Flambino, Ouistempo or Larméléon will be your first partner? Travel the Galar region, capture wild Pokémon to build your team, train them and, in each new city discovered, face the Gym Champions to claim the title of Pokémon Master!
PLAY YOUR STYLE AND RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR POKÉMON TEAM!
Look combinations have never been so numerous! Clothing, makeup, hairstyle and even eye color, you personalize your trainer according to your mood! More hipster or streetwear today?
Between two battles, spend time with your Pokémon!
In the Poké-Camping you can see your Pokémon in the wild, feed them curry dishes and even play with them. If you increase their happiness level, they will return it to you in combat!
EACH VERSION HAS ITS PARTICULARITY
Some Pokémon are exclusive to one or the other version, but also certain Gym Champions. You meet Alistair, the master of Ghost-type Pokémon, in Pokémon Shield and Faiza, the specialist in Fighting-type Pokémon, in Pokémon Sword. You will also have to unravel the mystery behind each Legendary, Zacian and Zamazenta!
THE WILD LANDS OFFER YOU COUNTRIES TO EXPLORE AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN EYE:
These vast spaces with untamed flora and fauna connect the different cities of the Galar region. For the first time in a Pokémon game, while roaming plains, deserts and forests, you manipulate the 360° camera to spot Pokémon evolving in the wild; their appearance may depend on different factors such as time or weather, so don't hesitate to check back!
In the tall grass or the Wildlands, head towards the Pokémon that interest you to start a battle and try to capture them!
