Can you trade Pokémon from sword to scarlet?

Yes, you can trade Pokémon from Pokémon Sword to Pokémon Scarlet using Pokémon HOME, a cloud-based service that allows you to store and manage your Pokémon across different games. This means that you can transfer Pokémon from Sword to Scarlet, as long as the Pokémon are available in both games, making it easier to build your team and complete your Pokédex.

Related FAQs

General Trading Information

1. What Pokémon can be traded between Sword and Scarlet? Any Pokémon that is available in both games can be traded, including Pikachu, Charizard, and other popular Pokémon, as long as they are compatible with Pokémon HOME.
2. How do I trade Pokémon from Sword to Scarlet? You can trade Pokémon from Sword to Scarlet by using Pokémon HOME, which allows you to deposit and withdraw Pokémon from each game.
3. Can I trade legendaries between Sword and Scarlet? Yes, you can trade legendary Pokémon like Zacian and Zamazenta between Sword and Scarlet using Pokémon HOME.

Pokémon Compatibility

4. Which Pokémon cannot be transferred to Scarlet? Pokémon that are not available in Pokémon Scarlet, such as Bulbasaur, Chikorita, and Treecko, cannot be transferred from Sword to Scarlet.
5. Can I transfer Pokémon from other games to Scarlet? Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from other games, including Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl, to Scarlet using Pokémon HOME.
6. What about Pokémon from older games? Pokémon from older games, such as Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue, can be transferred to Scarlet using Pokémon HOME, as long as they are compatible.

Trading Mechanics

7. How far into Pokémon Scarlet can you trade? You can start trading Pokémon in Scarlet once you reach the first Pokémon Center at Los Platos (East).
8. Can I trade Pokémon without friends? Yes, you can use the Surprise Trade feature to trade Pokémon with random players online, even if you don’t have friends to trade with.
9. Can I transfer Pokémon from Arceus to Scarlet? Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from Pokémon Legends: Arceus to Scarlet using Pokémon HOME.

Legendary Pokémon

10. Which legendaries can be transferred to Scarlet and Violet? Legendary Pokémon like Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres can be transferred to Scarlet and Violet using Pokémon HOME.
11. Is there a third legendary in Scarlet and Violet? There are rumors and leaks suggesting that a third legendary Pokémon may be introduced in Scarlet and Violet, possibly a giant turtle.

Pokémon HOME and Compatibility

12. Can I transfer old Pokémon to Scarlet? Yes, you can transfer old Pokémon from other games to Scarlet using Pokémon HOME, as long as they are compatible.
13. What Pokémon can be transferred to Sword? Pokémon like Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Mewtwo can be transferred to Sword from other games using Pokémon HOME.
14. Can Torchic be transferred to Scarlet and Violet? Unfortunately, Torchic and other Hoenn starters are not currently transferable to Scarlet and Violet.

DLC and Updates

15. What Pokémon are returning in Scarlet and Violet DLC? Pokémon like Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, and Venusaur are returning in the Scarlet and Violet DLC, along with new Pokémon like Terapagos.