Mystery Gift

Learn how to get Mystery Gifts in Pokemon Sword and Shield! This guide explains accessing Mystery Gifts from the main menu via Internet, Local Communication, or codes.

Alright, let's talk about Mystery Gifts in Pokémon Sword and Shield! These are super handy for getting special Pokémon or items that aren't normally available. It's pretty straightforward once you know where to look.

First things first, you can only access the Mystery Gift feature after you've made it through the Slumbering Weald area for the first time. Once you've done that, just head to the main menu – you do this by pressing the X Button while you're out in the game world.

You'll see a few options when you press X. Look for 'Mystery Gift' and select it. This will open up a new menu with a few choices:

1. Get a Mystery Gift: This is the main one we're interested in for getting your freebies!
2. Get the Wild Area News: This option connects you to the internet to update which Pokémon might be appearing in the Wild Area's Pokémon Dens. Handy for catching rarer spawns!
3. Take a Stroll with the Poké Ball Plus: If you have a Poké Ball Plus accessory, you can use this feature. We'll cover that separately, but it's a neat way to interact with your Pokémon.

For now, let's focus on 'Get a Mystery Gift'. When you select that, you'll get even more specific options:

1. Get via Local Communication: Use this if you're at an event, like a Pokémon tournament, where a gift is being handed out in person.
2. Get via the Internet: This is probably the most common way. Your game will connect to the internet to see if there are any gifts available for you. Don't worry, you don't need a Nintendo Switch Online subscription for this!
3. Get with Code/Password: Sometimes, special codes or passwords are released online or through promotions. You'll use this option to enter those codes and get exclusive gifts. These can be one-time use or available for everyone.
4. Get Battle Stadium Rewards: If you've been competing in the Battle Stadium, this is where you'll claim any rewards you've earned. If you haven't participated or aren't eligible for rewards yet, this option will be greyed out.
5. Check Mystery Gifts: This is a great way to keep track of all the gifts you've received. It shows a history, with the most recent ones at the top.

So, to get a gift, you'll usually want to pick 'Get via the Internet' or 'Get with Code/Password', depending on how the gift is being distributed. Just follow the prompts, and you'll be adding some cool new stuff to your game in no time!