How do I know if I have a hacked Pokemon?

To determine if you have a hacked Pokémon, you should first check the EventDex and verify the OT (Original Trainer) and TID (Trainer ID) through a Google search, as a mismatch or lack of information can indicate a hacked or cloned Pokémon. Additionally, using the judge function to check the IVs (Individual Values), with perfect or near-perfect stats being a common trait of hacked Pokémon, can also help identify a potentially hacked Pokémon.

Identifying Hacked Pokémon

Understanding the Signs

Identifying a hacked Pokémon requires attention to detail and knowledge of what constitutes a legitimate Pokémon. Shiny Pokémon, while rare, do not necessarily indicate a hacked status, as they can occur naturally. However, a combination of factors such as perfect IVs, rare items, high levels (especially level 100), and unusual moves can suggest a hacked Pokémon.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Q: Can hacked Pokémon hurt your game? A: Hacked Pokémon traded to you cannot ruin your save file, as the Pokémon is generated on your device, but hacking your own Pokémon can corrupt your save.

2. Q: Can a hacked Pokémon be legal? A: Yes, a hacked Pokémon can be legal if its information matches that of a legitimate Pokémon, and it doesn’t possess illegal characteristics.

3. Q: How do you get rid of hacked Pokémon? A: You can release the hacked Pokémon using the red arrow to select and then release it in Pokémon Home.

4. Q: Is it illegal to sell hacked Pokémon? A: Yes, selling hacked Pokémon is against the terms of service, and The Pokémon Company has taken actions against such activities.

5. Q: Is Shiny 24 legit? A: Shiny Pokémon can be legit and safe to transfer, and companies like Shiny 24 claim their Pokémon are safe for transfer in Pokémon Home.

6. Q: Is it OK to breed hacked Pokémon? A: Breeding hacked Pokémon can produce legitimate offspring, provided they don’t inherit illegal traits, and this practice is undetectable and not punishable.

7. Q: Can Pokémon Home detect hacked Pokémon? A: Pokémon Home has a detection method to filter out hacked Pokémon, though it’s not foolproof, and Bank also has measures but won’t ban users for attempting to transfer hacked ones.

8. Q: Can Nintendo detect cloned Pokémon? A: Properly cloned Pokémon are nearly impossible to detect, making them indistinguishable from legitimate ones.

9. Q: Can Pokémon Bank detect hacked Pokémon? A: While Pokémon Bank can detect some hacked Pokémon, it’s possible to create undetectable ones, and it won’t ban users for attempting to transfer them.

10. Q: How do you know if a Pokémon is hacked in Scarlet and Violet? A: Hacked Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet often have perfect IVs, perfect nature, egg and tutor moves, are shiny, hold rare items, and are level 100.

11. Q: Is Pokegen legal? A: Pokegen is not legal and is considered a hacking tool, dangerous for making invincible Pokémon.

12. Q: What to do if someone trades you a hacked Pokémon? A: If traded a hacked Pokémon, it’s advisable to release it to avoid potential liabilities and suspensions.

13. Q: What is the punishment for hacked Pokémon? A: The punishment includes restriction of online play, restricted trading features in Pokémon HOME, or indefinite suspension from Pokémon HOME.

14. Q: Does Pokémon Go ban hackers? A: Yes, Pokémon Go implements disciplinary actions including strikes that can lead to a permanent ban for cheating.

15. Q: What Pokémon are considered hacked? A: Hacked Pokémon are those injected into the game via third-party software, distinguishable from legit and illegal Pokémon based on their characteristics and legitimacy for online interactions.