Can You Put Hisuian Pokémon in BDSP? A Comprehensive Guide
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The short answer, delivered with a sad sigh from this veteran Pokémon trainer, is no, you cannot directly put Hisuian Pokémon into Pokémon Brilliant Diamond or Pokémon Shining Pearl (BDSP). Let’s dive into the why and explore the complicated web of Pokémon compatibility.
The Compatibility Conundrum
The core issue stems from BDSP’s programming. These remakes were designed to primarily feature Pokémon from the first four generations (Gen 1-4). While Pokémon HOME acts as a bridge, its functionality is limited by what the receiving game is designed to handle. BDSP simply doesn’t have the code or data to recognize Hisuian forms or entirely new Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. They didn’t exist yet during development!
Think of it like trying to play a Blu-ray disc on a DVD player – the technology just isn’t there. While Pokémon HOME allows you to store Pokémon from various games in one place, transferring them is another matter, dictated by the receiving game’s limitations.
This is why regional variants that originated in Gens 1-4 (like Alolan Vulpix) are the only variants to have a chance of being transferred. Any that were introduced after, like Hisuian forms, cannot be transferred from Pokémon HOME to BDSP.
So, while you can technically store a Hisuian Pokémon from Legends: Arceus in Pokémon HOME, attempting to transfer it to BDSP will be met with an error. The game simply won’t recognize the Pokémon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions to clarify the nuances of Pokémon transfer and compatibility:
1. Can I transfer Pokémon from Legends: Arceus to Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl?
Yes, but with major restrictions. You can transfer Pokémon that are coded into BDSP, meaning those that originally appear in the first four generations. However, Hisuian forms and entirely new Pokémon introduced in Legends: Arceus are a no-go.
2. Can Hisuian Voltorb and Hisuian Electrode be transferred from Pokémon GO to Pokémon HOME and then to BDSP?
No. Even though they exist in Pokémon GO and can be transferred to Pokémon HOME, the final step to BDSP is impossible because BDSP doesn’t recognize these Hisuian forms.
3. Can you trade Pokémon from Legends: Arceus to Sword and Shield?
Yes, but only if they’re coded into it. So that means no, Hisuian Forms and the new Pokémon aren’t going to be added to Sword & Shield. Only Pokémon that have been programmed to be included in Sword & Shield can be transfered.
4. Can I get Alolan Pokémon in BDSP?
You can only transfer regional variants that originally appeared in Gens 1-4. For instance, Alolan Vulpix and Ninetales can be transferred to Pokémon Legends: Arceus, and certain Pokemon from Pokémon GO can be transferred to Pokémon HOME and then to BDSP, but only if they are from the original first four generations of Pokemon.
5. Can you transfer Deoxys to BDSP?
While Deoxys is a Gen 3 Pokémon, it’s not natively available in BDSP through normal gameplay. There are no events to encounter him through game play and the only way to get it in the game is through Home which BDSP has no support for.
6. Why isn’t Arceus natively available in BDSP without Legends: Arceus data?
To encounter Arceus in BDSP, you need save data from Pokémon Legends: Arceus with all main missions completed. It’s a special reward for dedicated players of the Legends: Arceus game.
7. Are Hisuian Pokémon extinct in the current timeline?
The lore doesn’t explicitly state extinction. A plausible explanation is that they migrated or evolved into different forms over time. This allows for their potential reappearance in future games.
8. Is Arceus shiny locked in BDSP?
Thankfully, Arceus is not shiny locked in BDSP. You can save before the encounter and reset until you get a shiny Arceus.
9. Do you need Darkrai and Shaymin to get Arceus in Legends: Arceus?
No. While capturing them is part of completing the Legends: Arceus Pokédex, they are not required for triggering the Arceus encounter. You only need to capture all other Pokémon reported to Laventon and recorded in the Pokédex (excluding Phione, Manaphy, Darkrai, Shaymin, and Arceus itself).
10. Can I still get Shaymin and Darkrai in BDSP?
The Mystery Gift distributions for Shaymin and Darkrai in BDSP have ended. Unless Nintendo re-releases them, they are no longer obtainable through normal means.
11. Can I get Celebi in Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl?
To date, all legendaries from the first four Pokémon generations except for Celebi, Phione, and Manaphy have been made available in or through Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
12. What Pokémon cannot be transferred to BDSP?
Any Pokémon or form introduced after Generation 4 cannot be transferred to BDSP. This includes all Pokémon from Unova (Gen 5), Kalos (Gen 6), Alola (Gen 7), Galar (Gen 8), and Paldea (Gen 9). It also includes regional variants that were introduced after Gen 4.
13. Is there a way to get a shiny Deoxys?
The primary way to obtain a shiny Deoxys is through 5-Star Raids in games like Pokémon GO. Keep an eye out for raid events featuring Deoxys.
14. Is Greninja in Pokémon BDSP?
Unfortunately, no. Greninja is not available in Pokémon Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, or Shining Pearl.
15. Are Shaymin and Darkrai available in BDSP?
You can’t get it in BDSP anymore. The item to unlock the Darkrai event in BDSP was a limited-time Mystery gift that ran for about 6 months after the game released, then ended. If you don’t have the item, you can’t trigger the event, and the game locks you out of being able to get Darkrai and Shaymin.
The Future of Compatibility
While Hisuian Pokémon are currently excluded from BDSP, their presence in other games like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet hints at a possible future where regional forms and new Pokémon are more easily integrated across generations.
Ultimately, Pokémon HOME serves as a crucial hub, but its utility depends on the compatibility of each individual game. Stay tuned for future updates and announcements from Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, as the world of Pokémon transfer is constantly evolving.
In the meantime, enjoy your Hisuian adventures in Legends: Arceus and look forward to their potential integration in future titles! You can also find out more about the intersection of games and learning at the Games Learning Society website.