Can Pokémon be removed from Pokémon HOME?
Yes, Pokémon can be removed from Pokémon HOME, and this is achieved by releasing them, which can be done by selecting the Pokémon and choosing the “Release” option, or by depositing them into a game where they can no longer be retrieved if they are not compatible, such as transferring a Gen 9 Pokémon to Pokémon Scarlet or Violet and then going back to a previous game. The process of removing Pokémon from Pokémon HOME is relatively straightforward, but there are some important considerations and limitations that trainers should be aware of, including the potential consequences of releasing hacked Pokémon.
Understanding Pokémon HOME and Its Features
To manage Pokémon effectively, it’s crucial to understand the features and capabilities of Pokémon HOME, including how to transfer Pokémon between different games and the cloud, and how to utilize the Premium Plan for additional storage and features.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What happens if you put a hacked Pokémon in Pokémon HOME?
Putting a hacked Pokémon in Pokémon HOME can result in the Pokémon becoming a “Bad Egg” permanently, taking up a spot in your HOME.
2. Can you move Pokémon back from HOME to other games?
Pokémon can be freely transferred back and forth between HOME and most Switch Pokémon games, with the exception that Pokémon from later Gen games cannot be moved back to previous Gens.
3. Can you get Pokémon back from Pokémon HOME to Pokémon GO?
No, Pokémon transferred from Pokémon GO to Pokémon HOME cannot be sent back to Pokémon GO.
4. What is the point of Pokémon HOME?
Pokémon HOME is a cloud service that allows trainers to move Pokémon between compatible games, trade Pokémon on the go, collect Pokémon HOME Points, receive special Mystery Gift Pokémon, and more.
5. What happens when you leave town without a starter Pokémon?
The consequences of leaving town without a starter Pokémon are not directly related to Pokémon HOME but can impact your progress in certain games.
6. Why can’t you transfer Pokémon from HOME to GO?
Pokémon transferred from Pokémon GO to Pokémon HOME cannot be returned to Pokémon GO, and certain special Pokémon cannot be transferred from Pokémon GO to Pokémon HOME in the first place.
7. Can I transfer Pokémon from HOME to Scarlet and Violet?
Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from HOME to Scarlet and Violet by connecting to the game and moving Pokémon between your HOME boxes and your Scarlet and Violet boxes.
8. Why can’t I transfer shiny Pokémon in Pokémon GO?
You’re unable to transfer multiple Shiny Pokémon, Lucky Pokémon, or Buddy Pokémon with whom you’ve reached Good Buddy status or above at a time, but you can enable the transfer of multiple Legendary or Mythical Pokémon in your app settings.
9. Are hacked Pokémon illegal?
Officially, yes, using hacked Pokémon is against the rules and can lead to disqualifications and bans from official competitions.
10. Can you be banned for having genned Pokémon?
Having genned Pokémon can be grounds for a ban from an official competition, but the severity of the punishment can vary depending on the circumstances.
11. What is the punishment for hacked Pokémon?
Players caught using hacked Pokémon face penalties including restriction of online play, restricted use of trading features in Pokémon HOME, or an indefinite suspension from Pokémon HOME.
12. Should I keep 0-star Shiny Pokémon?
A Shiny is not worth transferring if it has a poor Appraisal, unless you don’t have another Pokémon of the same species, in which case it might be worth holding onto until you can replace it with one that has a better Appraisal.
13. Is there a shiny Guzzlord?
Yes, players can get a Shiny Guzzlord by winning the Guzzlord 5-star raids, although the encounter is not guaranteed and is based on the Shiny spawn rate.
14. How do I get Zarude?
Zarude was distributed via a code sent to Pokémon Club Newsletter subscribers and could also be captured in Pokémon GO by completing the “Search for Zarude” event.
15. Can you transfer Darkrai to Scarlet and Violet?
Darkrai is one of the Pokémon that cannot be brought into Scarlet and Violet, along with other Pokémon like Meltan, Genesect, Zeraora, Mars, Celebi, Deoxys, Keldeo, and Victini.