Why is my Pokedex stuck at 199?
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Your Pokedex is stuck at 199 because you’re likely missing number 194, which is required to progress further, and Red and Blue Basculin are not registered in the Kitakamian Dex. This issue is often resolved by simply obtaining the missing Pokemon and ensuring that your Pokedex data is up to date.
Understanding the Pokedex
To better understand why your Pokedex might be stuck, it’s essential to know how it works and what factors can affect its progression.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Pokedex Questions
- How do you complete the Pokedex? Completing the Pokedex involves catching and registering all available Pokemon in your game, which can be achieved by using various strategies such as loading up on Quick Balls, Ultra Balls, and Dusk Balls, not ignoring surprise trades, and exploring the Wild Area.
- What happens when you catch all 151 Pokémon? Catching all 151 Pokemon (minus Mew) rewards you with an in-game diploma from GAME FREAK, giving you a sense of accomplishment.
- Is it possible to complete the Pokedex without trading? No, it is not possible to complete the Pokedex without trading, as some Pokemon are exclusive to certain games or regions.
- Can you complete the Pokedex without Mew? Yes, Mew is not required to officially complete the Pokedex, but having it registered can give you bragging rights.
- How much of the Pokedex can you complete without trading? Without trading, migrating, events, or outside sources, you can obtain a total of 357 Pokemon.
Pokedex Completion and Rewards
- How many perfect Pokémon does it take to unlock Pokedex? The Perfect Dex is unlocked after registering 20 Perfect (4-star) Pokemon, which keeps track of all previously caught Pokemon.
- What is the easiest game to complete the Pokedex? Pokemon Sun and Moon boasts one of the easiest Pokedex to complete, requiring some time, effort, and a couple of playthroughs.
- What is the reward for completing the Pokemon Home Pokedex? Completing the National Pokedex in Pokemon Home rewards you with an Original Color Magearna, a unique form of Generation 7’s Magearna.
Pokedex Technical Issues
- Why is my Pokemon home Pokedex not updating? Your Pokedex might not be updating due to data not being accurately reflected in the application, which can be resolved by clearing the cache.
- Why is my Pokedex missing Pokemon? Your Pokedex will have entries only for Pokemon you have seen or caught, and any unseen entries beyond the highest numbered seen will be missing.
Pokemon Trading and Encounter
- How many pokemon can you trade a day? Each trainer can make 100 trades per day, but this limit is rarely a concern for most players.
- What is the rarest Pokémon to encounter? The rarest Pokemon to encounter is generally considered to be Mewtwo, followed by other rare Pokemon like Lapras, Kangaskhan, and Aerodactyl.
- What is the hardest Pokémon to catch of all time? Arceus is considered one of the most difficult Pokemon to catch, followed by Deoxys, Manaphy, and Galarian Articuno.
Pokemon Games and Regions
- Which Pokémon game has the most complete Pokedex? Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have the most complete Pokedex, with a total of 790 Pokemon accessible through trading and the Nintendo 3DS Pokémon Bank app.
- Do you need both Scarlet and Violet to complete the Pokedex? Yes, due to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Pokedex exclusives, players cannot complete the Pokedex without online play, as some Pokemon are only available in one version of the game.