How do you trade Pokémon with friends?

How do you trade Pokémon with friends?

Trading Pokémon with friends is a great way to share your favorite Pokémon and strengthen your bond with others who share your passion. Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and Pokémon games such as Pokémon Go allow players to trade Pokémon with others, but the process may vary depending on the game or platform. Here, we’ll guide you on how to trade Pokémon with friends in different Pokémon games and platforms.

How to Trade Pokémon on Nintendo Switch

To trade Pokémon on Nintendo Switch, follow these steps:

• First, make sure you are both playing the same compatible Pokémon game, such as Pokémon Sword, Shield, Let’s Go, Eevee, or Pikachu.
• Open the "Poke Ball" symbol from the main menu of your game.
• Scroll to the "Trade" option and select it.
• Choose the Pokémon you want to trade and send the trade request to your friend.
• Your friend must accept the trade to complete the transaction.

Trading Pokémon on Pokémon HOME

Pokémon HOME is a cloud-based service that allows players to store and transfer their Pokémon between different platforms and games. To trade Pokémon on Pokémon HOME, follow these steps:

• Launch Pokémon HOME on your Nintendo Switch or mobile device.
• Select the Pokémon you want to trade from your Pokémon Box.
• Choose the "Trade" option and select the game you want to trade the Pokémon to.
• Search for your friend’s game username or QR code.
• Accept the trade if the friend accepts the Pokémon trade request.

Offline Trading

If you and your friend are playing offline or on the same Switch, you can trade Pokémon using the "Local Connection" feature. To use this feature, follow these steps:

• Make sure your friend is also connected to the same local wireless network.
• Open the "Poke Ball" symbol from the main menu of your game.
• Select the "Local Connection" option.
• Scan the QR code displayed on your friend’s screen or use the "Friend’s System" option to scan each other’s systems.

Trading Pokémon on Mobile Devices

Pokémon games such as Pokémon Go, Magikarp Jump, and Pokéland can also be traded with friends using various methods. To trade Pokémon on mobile devices:

• Pokémon Go: To trade Pokémon with friends in Pokémon Go, select the Pokémon you want to trade and tap on the "Trade" icon.
• Magikarp Jump: To trade Magikarp with friends, open the "Bath" menu and tap on the "Trade" option.
• Pokéland: To trade Poké Balls with friends in Pokéland, go to the "Storage" menu and select the ball you want to trade. Tap on the "Trade" icon to trade it with your friend.

Important Notes

1. Distance is not a factor when trading Pokémon on Nintendo Switch, as long as your friend has the same Pokémon game installed.
2. You don’t need to be Best Friends or Ultra Friends to trade Pokémon on Pokémon HOME or Nintendo Switch. You can trade Pokémon with anyone who has a Pokémon game installed on the same platform.
3. Shininess is not a determining factor when trading Pokémon on Pokémon HOME or Nintendo Switch, as long as your friend has the same species and type of Pokémon.
4. Trading cards cannot be traded digitally on mobile devices, but trading digital cards can be transferred between platforms using Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.

By following these steps and important notes, you can effectively trade Pokémon with your friends using different Pokémon games and platforms. Happy trading, Trainers!