Is SoulSilver Compatible with Pokebank?

The Pokémon SoulSilver game is not directly compatible with Pokémon Bank, and to transfer Pokémon from SoulSilver to Pokémon Bank, you need to first transfer them to a Gen 5 game, such as Pokémon Black or White, using the Poké Transfer feature. This requires two DS or 3DS systems, or one of each, and once the Pokémon are in the Gen 5 game, you can use the Poké Transporter to send them to Pokémon Bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Compatibility

1. Can you still transfer Pokémon from SoulSilver?: Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from SoulSilver to Pokémon Bank, but you need to first transfer them to a Gen 5 game, such as Pokémon Black or White.
2. How do I transfer SoulSilver to Pokémon Bank?: To transfer SoulSilver to Pokémon Bank, you need to send your SoulSilver Pokémon to Gen 5 via the Poké Transfer, then use the Poké Transporter to send the Pokémon in Box 1 to Bank.
3. Can you use Pokémon HOME with SoulSilver?: To use Pokémon HOME with SoulSilver, you need to own or have access to any of the fourth-generation games, including SoulSilver, and a Nintendo DS.

Pokémon Bank and Transporter

4. What DS games are compatible with Pokémon Bank?: Pokémon Bank can directly deposit and transfer stored Pokémon into any of the following games: Pokémon X, Pokémon Y, Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, Pokémon Omega Ruby, Pokémon Sun, Pokémon Moon, Pokémon Ultra Sun, and Pokémon Ultra Moon.
5. Can a DS use Pokémon Bank?: Yes, a DS can use Pokémon Bank, but you need to upload your DS collection to Pokémon Bank through a 3DS.
6. Can Pokémon Bank transfer DS games?: Any DS game can transfer to the following DS games of Black, White, Black 2, or White 2, at which point you’ll need to use your 3DS to download the Pokémon Bank application.

SoulSilver Game

7. What games can SoulSilver transfer to?: SoulSilver can migrate with Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, and FireRed and LeafGreen, and trade with Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, and HeartGold.
8. What can you play Pokémon SoulSilver on?: Pokémon SoulSilver can be played on the Nintendo DS.
9. What games can SoulSilver trade with?: SoulSilver can trade, battle, and connect with Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, and HeartGold.

Pokémon Transfer and Home

10. Can you still use Pokémon Bank in 2023?: As of March 27, 2023, Pokémon Bank’s paid passes are no longer offered for purchase, but the service remains available for use at no cost.
11. How to transfer Pokémon without bank?: You can transfer Pokémon without Bank by using Pokémon HOME, which allows you to move Pokémon from any user on the console.
12. Can HeartGold trade with Black?: HeartGold can transfer Pokémon to Black, but only through the Poké Transfer feature, and not through direct trade.

Pokémon Home and Compatibility

13. Can you still transfer Pokémon from DS to Home?: Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from DS to Home, but only through Pokémon Bank, and not directly.
14. Can I still use Pokémon Bank?: Pokémon Bank is still usable, but as of March 27, 2023, it is available at no cost due to the discontinuation of Nintendo eShop service for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.
15. How long will Pokémon Bank be supported?: Pokémon Bank will remain online following the Nintendo 3DS and Wii online service shutdown in April 2024, but the service may still be discontinued at a later date, and players are strongly urged to transfer their Pokémon to Pokémon HOME.