Welcome to Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, an epic RPG adventure that lets you explore the vibrant Johto and Kanto regions. You'll be catching, training, and battling with your Pokémon, aiming to become the very best. It's a journey filled with challenging Gym Leaders, discovering rare and legendary Pokémon, and the thrill of finding those elusive Shiny Pokémon.
This guide is your companion to mastering every aspect of the game. We'll help you navigate the intricacies of Natures, provide expert advice for tough Gym Leader battles, and offer strategies for catching those rare and legendary Pokémon. Whether you're a beginner looking for foundational tips or an experienced player aiming for perfection, this guide covers it all.
JAPANESE VERSION:
Learn about the Japanese Version in Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver, including TM78 (Captivate) location and slot machine mechanics.
- 1To find TM78 (Captivate), go to the Game Corner.
- 2To play the slot machines, you must go to the underground portion of Goldenrod City, located south of the Game Corner.
- 3Slot machines allow you to pay 1, 2, or 3 coins per play.
- 4The number of coins you pay determines the number of ways you can line up symbols.
- 5Lining up three Pokeballs triggers a bonus round.
- The slot machines function similarly to previous games in the series.
also sometimes pay out more for match ups and is shown at the top.
Discover how match-ups in Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver can lead to increased payouts and where this information is displayed within the game.
- 1When engaging in battles or activities where payouts are involved, pay attention to any indicators that suggest a specific match-up might yield a better reward.
- 2These indicators are typically displayed prominently, often at the top of the screen, to draw your attention.
- 3Understanding these match-ups can help you strategize for maximum in-game gains.
- Always check the top of the screen for any special icons or text that might signify a bonus payout opportunity.
- Experiment with different Pokémon or strategies to see if they trigger these enhanced rewards.
- Familiarize yourself with the types of activities that offer variable payouts to better anticipate these bonuses.
NORTH AMERICAN AND PAL VERSIONS:
Learn to play Voltorb Flip in Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver. Get the Coin Case from Mr. Game and buy TMs like Thunderbolt for 10,000 Coins.
- 1Speak to Mr. Game inside the redesigned Game Corner building to receive the Coin Case.
- 2Play Voltorb Flip, a grid-based game where you reveal panels to find points (1x, 2x, 3x) and avoid Voltorbs.
- 3The goal is to reveal panels to increase your coin multiplier. Finding a 2x or 3x panel multiplies the coins collected in the current game.
- 4Press the B button to collect your current coins before hitting a Voltorb, which ends the game and forfeits current coins.
- 5Level up by finding all the 2 and 3 multipliers on the board.
- Prioritize clearing rows with 0 Voltorbs first.
- If a row or column's number plus its Voltorb count equals 5, it only contains 1s and Voltorbs.
- If the number plus the Voltorb count is greater than 5, the excess indicates the number of scoring squares (2x or 3x).
- Use the memo function (accessible by pressing the X button) to mark squares you've identified as safe or containing Voltorbs.
- Consider quitting a game after clearing 0 Voltorb rows if you want to secure a decent amount of coins without further risk.
- Flipping 2s and 3s is key to earning coins and clearing levels; identifying squares that are not 2s or 3s improves your chances.
- When the number of "extras" (scoring squares) is high, it can be harder to determine exact Voltorb locations.
- A strategy is to first flip all squares in rows and columns with 0 Voltorbs.
- Identify and mark rows/columns without "extras" (only 1s and Voltorbs possible).
- Choose a row and then a column with the highest number of unknown extras (greedy) or the lowest number of Voltorbs (cautious), and flip that square. This involves some risk.
- Repeat the process, using logic to deduce Voltorb locations and flip likely scoring squares.
- If you have a good score but no guaranteed safe moves remain, quit and start a new game.
Pokemon Available for Purchase (Coins):
- Abra: 200 Coins
- Ekans (HeartGold exclusive): 700 Coins
- Sandshrew (SoulSilver exclusive): 700 Coins
- Dratini: 2,100 Coins
Items Available for Purchase (Coins):
- Silk Scarf: 1,000 Coins
- Zoom Lens: 1,000 Coins
- Metronome: 1,000 Coins
- TM 75 Swords Dance: 4,000 Coins
- TM 90 Substitute: 2,000 Coins
- TM 44 Rest: 6,000 Coins
- TM 13 Ice Beam: 10,000 Coins
- TM 35 Flamethrower: 10,000 Coins
- TM 24 Thunderbolt: 10,000 Coins
Other Features:
- The GTS (Global Trade Station) is located on the left side of Goldenrod City and allows trading with other players. You must have seen a Pokemon in your Pokedex to request or search for it.
- An old man in a tent on the upper right side of Goldenrod City allows you to change your Pokemon's nickname.
|Japanese Version|
Learn about the Game Corner's redesigned layout in the Japanese version of Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver, featuring slot machines and attendants.
The Game Corner in Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver has been slightly redesigned from Generation II. In the Japanese version, the attendants are located in the middle of the room, with two rows of slot machines positioned on either side. The slot machines themselves are exactly the same as those found in Goldenrod City, and the coins used in Goldenrod City will also work here.
- The slot machines in the Japanese version function identically to those in Goldenrod City.
- Ensure you have the correct coins, as they are the same as those used in Goldenrod City.
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