Pokemon Sword

Trainers embark on a journey through the UK-inspired Galar Region in the Eighth Generation of the long-running Pokemon Series. They'll have to conquer an array of Gym Leaders with special Dynamax Pokemon on their way to becoming Champion of the region.

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Systems
Top Critic Avg: 80 /100 Critics Rec: 65%
Released
November 15, 2019
ESRB
E for Everyone: Comic Mischief, Mild Cartoon Violence
Developer(s)
Game Freak
Publisher(s)
Nintendo

WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
PHYSICAL

Franchise
Pokemon
Platform(s)
Switch
ESRB
E for Everyone: Comic Mischief, Mild Cartoon Violence
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Pokemon Sword & Shield: The Best Areas To Explore If You Want Steel-Types

The Galar region is filled with quality Steel-types you can add to your party. These are the best places you can go searching for them.

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Pokemon: Where To Catch Mimikyu In Every Game

Trainers wanting to add a Ghost/Fairy-type to their team should try looking for Mimikyu from Pokemon's generation 7 and onwards.

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Pokemon: All Of The Crown Tundra Sword-Exclusive Pokemon & How To Get Them

To get these version-exclusive Pokemon from the Crown Tundra DLC, trainers will have to seek them out in specific spots. Here's where to find them.

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Pokemon: All Of The Isle Of Armor Shield-Exclusive Pokemon & How To Get Them

There are 3 Shield-exclusive Pokemon found on and around The Isle of Armor. Here's what they are and how to get them!

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Pokemon: All Of The Crown Tundra Shield-Exclusive Pokemon & How To Get Them

This batch of mostly legendary Pokemon are exclusive to the Shield version of the Generation 8 games. Here's how to get them.

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Pokemon: All Of The Isle Of Armor Sword-Exclusive Pokemon & How To Get Them

There are 3 version-exclusive Pokemon in the Isle of Armor DLC for Pokemon Sword. They are much-loved pocket monsters from past generations.

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Every Type Of Poke Ball In Pokemon Sword & Shield & What They Do

There are a ton of poke balls for players to choose from when they are catching new allies in Pokemon Sword & Shield. Here's what they all do!

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Pokemon: How To Evolve Espurr (& 11 Other Facts You Need To Know About It)

Unique and adorable, Espurr is one Pokemon that is worth learning more about. What are some useful facts about the Psychic-type?

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Pokemon Sword & Shield: The 20 Strongest Steel Pokemon, Ranked

Pokemon Sword & Shield is filled with all types of pocket monsters, including some very strong and useful Steel Types.

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Pokemon Sword and Shield Zarude and Shiny Celebi Codes Are Finally Rolling Out

Codes for the mythical Pokemon Dada Zarude and Celebi are now starting to roll out for owners of Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield.

Pokemon Sword & Shield: How To Increase Friendship

Having a higher friendship level with a Pokemon helps in various ways in Sword & Shield so players will want to know how to raise it quickly.

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Pokemon: Everything You Need To Know About Type Effectiveness

Type Effectiveness is one of the most important battle mechanics in the Pokemon franchise. Here's what you need to know.

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Pokemon: Everything You Need To Know About PP (Power Points)

Power Points represent the number of times a move can be used by a pokemon before they need to rest and recover. Here's all you need to know about it!

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Pokemon: Every Charging Move & What They Do

There are some moves that need a turn to charge, however, they are all used in different ways. Here's how to strike hard with these delayed attacks!

Sword And Shield Challenges
Pokemon Sword & Shield: 15 Fan Challenges You Can Do To Make The Game Harder

Players looking for an added challenge in their Pokemon adventures will love to take on these fan-made trials.

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Pokemon: Everything You Need To Know About Confusion (Status Condition)

Confusion is a status condition that can be stacked onto other ailments to massively debilitate enemies. Here's all you need to know about it!

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Pokemon: Everything You Need To Know About Flinching (Status Condition)

As the effect only lasts for a brief moment in battle, Flinching is often dismissed as a status condition, despite being powerful in its own right.

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Pokemon: Everything You Need To Know About Being Bound (Status Condition)

Being Bound is an unexpected tactic that can cause issues in battle. Here's what you need to know about this subtle yet severe status condition!

Pokemon: The 15 Hardest Pokemon To Evolve in Sword and Shield (Post DLC)

For every generation, there are always some Pokémon that are harder to evolve than others. Here are most difficult for Sword & Shield.

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Pokemon: Everything You Need To Know About Poison (Status Condition)

One of the most common and deadly status conditions, Poison is always something trainers want to avoid. Here's what you need to know about it!