Will I be able to transfer Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond to Scarlet?

The answer to the question of whether you can transfer Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond to Scarlet is yes, you can transfer your Pokémon using the Pokémon Home app, but there are certain limitations and requirements that need to be met. To do this, you’ll need to have the Pokémon Home app on your Nintendo Switch, and the Pokémon you want to transfer must be in the Basic Box of Pokémon Home.

Understanding Pokémon Transfer

To transfer Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond to Scarlet, you need to understand the process and the requirements involved.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Transfer Questions

1. Can I transfer Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond to Scarlet? Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond to Scarlet using the Pokémon Home app.
2. Do I need Pokémon Home to transfer Pokémon? Yes, you need to have the Pokémon Home app on your Nintendo Switch to transfer Pokémon between games.
3. Can I transfer Pokémon from Sword to Scarlet? Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from Sword to Scarlet using the Pokémon Home app.

Pokémon Home and Compatibility

4. Does Pokémon Home work with Scarlet? Yes, Pokémon Home can now be linked with Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet.
5. Can I transfer Pokémon from Arceus to Scarlet? Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from Arceus to Scarlet using the Pokémon Home app.
6. How do I link my Arceus to my Pokémon Home? To transfer Pokémon from Legends: Arceus to Pokémon Home, head over to the “Pokémon” tab in the Pokémon Home app and choose Pokémon Legends: Arceus.

Transfer Limitations

7. Which Pokémon cannot be transferred to Scarlet and Violet? Certain Pokémon, such as Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Venusaur, and others from specific generations, cannot be transferred to Scarlet and Violet.
8. Can I transfer old Pokémon to Scarlet and Violet? Yes, you can transfer old Pokémon to Scarlet and Violet, but only if they are available in the Pokémon Home app and meet the game’s requirements.
9. Can I transfer Hisuian Pokémon to Scarlet and Violet? Yes, some Hisuian forms can be transferred to Scarlet and Violet, but not all Hisuian Pokémon are compatible.

Legendary Pokémon and Events

10. Will Darkrai be in Scarlet and Violet? Darkrai is not available for transfer to Scarlet and Violet due to Pokémon Home update limitations.
11. What Pokémon are returning in Scarlet and Violet DLC? Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Venusaur, and other Pokémon are returning in the Scarlet and Violet DLC.
12. How do I get Mewtwo in Pokémon Violet? To get Mewtwo in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you need to defeat the legendary Pokémon in a seven-star Tera Raid Battle.

Game-Specific Questions

13. Can I transfer Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond to Sword? Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond to Sword using the Pokémon Home app.
14. Can Torchic be transferred to Scarlet and Violet? No, Torchic is not currently transferable to Pokémon Violet/Scarlet.
15. Is Giratina in Scarlet and Violet? Giratina can be acquired in Scarlet and Violet, but players must first access Area Zero and complete specific steps to obtain Origin Form Giratina.