How to Receive a Mystery Gift (Pokémon Sword/Pokémon Shield)
Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model
Follow these steps to use the Mystery Gift feature in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
Before you start
You will need:
- Your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console
- An Internet connection (only if trying to receive a Mystery Gift via the Internet or download code)
- Unlock the Mystery Gift feature in the game
Complete these steps
- Launch Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield from the console's HOME Menu.
- Press the X Button during gameplay to access the in-game menu.
- Select Mystery Gift.
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Mystery Gift feature has not been unlocked
To unlock the Mystery Gift Feature in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield:
- Battle the mysterious Pokémon in Slumbering Weald.
- Speak to your mom.
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Mystery Gift feature has not been unlocked
- Select Get a Mystery Gift.
How do you want to receive the gift?
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Local Wireless
- Select Get via Local Communication. The game will search for any gifts that are currently available. If none are available, it will continue to search until you press the B Button to cancel.
- Pokémon will be added to your party or your Pokémon Boxes.
- Non-fashion items will appear in your Bag.
- Fashion items can be accessed by visiting the fitting room of any in-game boutique.
- Be sure to save your game after receiving your gift.
- Select Get via Local Communication. The game will search for any gifts that are currently available. If none are available, it will continue to search until you press the B Button to cancel.
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Internet
- Select Get via Internet.
- Select Yes. The game will connect to the Internet and search for any gifts that are currently available.
- Highlight the Mystery Gift and press the A Button to confirm.
- Pokémon will be added to your party or your Pokémon Boxes.
- Non-fashion items will appear in your Bag.
- Fashion items can be accessed by visiting the fitting room of any in-game boutique.
- Be sure to save your game after receiving your gift.
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Download Code
- Select Get via Code/Password.
- Enter the code you received and select
OK
Aceptar
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- Pokémon will be added to your party or your Pokémon Boxes.
- Non-fashion items will appear in your Bag.
- Fashion items can be accessed by visiting the fitting room of any in-game boutique.
- Be sure to save your game after receiving your gift.
Additional information
- Mystery Gift is a feature in the game that allows players to redeem download codes, connect to a Poké Ball Plus, or connect wirelessly to Nintendo-sponsored events to obtain special Pokémon or items.
- Once you have received a gift, it will appear in your bag or party.
- You can select "Check Mystery Gifts" from the Mystery Gift menu to view the Mystery Gifts you’ve previously received.
- For information about current or upcoming Mystery Gift distributions, please visit pokemon.com.