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|ndex= | |ndex=898{{tt|*|Only 541 Pokémon are available in Sword and Shield as of Patch 1.2.0}} | ||
|debuten=November 15, 2019 | |debuten=November 15, 2019 | ||
|debutjp=November 15, 2019 | |debutjp=November 15, 2019 | ||
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The '''eighth generation''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|第八世代|だいはちせだい}}}}''' ''eighth generation'') of Pokémon games is the eighth installment of the Pokémon video game series. The eighth generation began with {{g|Sword and Shield}} and then continued with the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]] DLC packs. | The '''eighth generation''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|第八世代|だいはちせだい}}}}''' ''eighth generation'') of Pokémon games is the eighth installment of the Pokémon video game series. The eighth generation began with {{g|Sword and Shield}} and then continued with the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]] DLC packs. | ||
Like [[Generation III]] and [[Generation V]] before it, Generation VIII can be considered something of a "reboot" of the franchise. Released after [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|the remakes]] of {{game|Yellow}}, Generation VIII is the first generation not to include every previously available Pokémon in its code, the first generation to include paid DLC in lieu of an additional game, and the first to be released entirely on a home console system, the [[Nintendo Switch]]. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
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Since February 11, 2020, Sword and Shield players are able to store their Pokémon and trade with other players in the cloud-based application, [[Pokémon HOME]], released on Nintendo Switch, {{wp|iOS}}, and {{wp|Android (operating system)|Android}}. | Since February 11, 2020, Sword and Shield players are able to store their Pokémon and trade with other players in the cloud-based application, [[Pokémon HOME]], released on Nintendo Switch, {{wp|iOS}}, and {{wp|Android (operating system)|Android}}. | ||
Regarding connectivity with previous generations, users of Pokémon HOME can carry forward their Pokémon from [[Pokémon Bank]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! | Regarding connectivity with previous generations, users of Pokémon HOME can carry forward their Pokémon from [[Pokémon Bank]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!]], and (in the future) {{pkmn|GO}} to the application. Through the combined use Pokémon Bank, [[Poké Transporter]], Pokémon HOME, and other [[Template:Inter-gen transfer|inter-generational transfer]] methods, allows players to transfer forward Pokémon from as early as {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} to as late as {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, as well as the [[Nintendo 3DS]] [[Virtual Console]] releases of the [[Generation I]] and {{gen|II}} games. | ||
On June 17, 2020, [[The Isle of Armor]], the first downloadable content in the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]], was released, introducing new moves, new abilities, new forms and new Pokémon to Pokémon Sword and Shield. | On June 17, 2020, [[The Isle of Armor]], the first downloadable content in the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]], was released, introducing new moves, new abilities, new forms and new Pokémon to Pokémon Sword and Shield. | ||
On October 22, 2020, [[The Crown Tundra]], the second downloadable content in the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]], was released, introducing new moves, new abilities, new forms and new Pokémon to Pokémon Sword and Shield. | |||
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==In-game continuity==--> | ==In-game continuity==--> | ||
==Advances in gameplay== | ==Advances in gameplay== | ||
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII Pokémon| | * The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII Pokémon|81 new Pokémon<!--Similar to Gen VII, DO NOT EDIT THIS NUMBER. DLC packs are noted in a separate section below.-->}}, bringing the total to 890.<!--Same here, please keep this number as 890 instead of 896.--> | ||
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII moves|80 new moves}}, bringing the total to 781. | * The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII moves|80 new moves}}, bringing the total to 781. | ||
* The addition of {{cat|Abilities introduced in Generation VIII|29 new Abilities}}, bringing the total to 261. | * The addition of {{cat|Abilities introduced in Generation VIII|29 new Abilities}}, bringing the total to 261. | ||
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* Many animations for characters and Pokémon are refined and expanded to be more expressive. | * Many animations for characters and Pokémon are refined and expanded to be more expressive. | ||
* Ten new [[Gym]]s, four of which have different type specialties depending on which version the {{player}} has, as well as introducing the first Gym that specializes in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon. | * Ten new [[Gym]]s, four of which have different type specialties depending on which version the {{player}} has, as well as introducing the first Gym that specializes in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon. | ||
* Ten new [[ | * Ten new [[Gym Leader]]s, including the first Dark-type [[Piers|leader]]. It also introduced a former [[Mustard|Champion]] who was previously a {{type|Fighting}} Gym Leader. | ||
* A new battle mechanic, [[Dynamax]], which increases the size of a Pokémon and allows them to use [[Max Move]]s for three turns. [[Gigantamax]] expands on this mechanic by also changing a Pokémon's form and turning moves of a certain type into [[G-Max Move]]s. | * A new battle mechanic, [[Dynamax]], which increases the size of a Pokémon and allows them to use [[Max Move]]s for three turns. [[Gigantamax]] expands on this mechanic by also changing a Pokémon's form and turning moves of a certain type into [[G-Max Move]]s. | ||
* The introduction of {{wp|downloadable content}} in the form of the {{pkmn|Sword and Shield Expansion Pass}}. | * The introduction of {{wp|downloadable content}} in the form of the {{pkmn|Sword and Shield Expansion Pass}}. | ||
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====[[The Isle of Armor]] (Version 1.2.0)==== | ====[[The Isle of Armor]] (Version 1.2.0)==== | ||
* The addition of: | * The addition of: | ||
** Three new Pokémon ({{p|Kubfu}}, {{p|Urshifu}} and the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{p|Zarude}}), bringing the total to 893. | ** Three new Pokémon (the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Kubfu}}, {{p|Urshifu}} and the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{p|Zarude}}), bringing the total to 893. | ||
** A new area to explore, the [[Isle of Armor]] based on the {{wp|Isle of Man}}. | ** A new area to explore, the [[Isle of Armor]] based on the {{wp|Isle of Man}}. | ||
** 22 new moves, some available exclusively as [[Move Tutor#The Isle of Armor|tutor moves]], bringing the total to 803. | ** 22 new moves, some available exclusively as [[Move Tutor#The Isle of Armor|tutor moves]], bringing the total to 803. | ||
** Two new Abilities, {{a|Quick Draw}} and {{a|Unseen Fist}}. | ** Two new Abilities, {{a|Quick Draw}} and {{a|Unseen Fist}}, bringing the total to 263. | ||
** Seven new Gigantamax forms, bringing the total to 32. | ** Seven new Gigantamax forms, bringing the total to 32. | ||
** {{DL|Master Dojo|Max Soup}}, which allows the player to add or remove the {{DL|Gigantamax|Gigantamax Factor}} to Pokémon they own. | |||
* The introduction of the regional form for {{p|Slowbro}}. | * The introduction of the regional form for {{p|Slowbro}}. | ||
* The return of: | * The return of: | ||
** | ** 102 [[The Isle of Armor#Returning Pokémon|previously unavailable Pokémon]], bringing the overall total to 541. | ||
** [[Apricorns]], which can be used to make [[Poké Ball]]s. | ** [[Apricorns]], which can be used to make [[Poké Ball]]s. | ||
** 13 previously unavailable and unusuable [[moves]]. | |||
====[[The Crown Tundra]]==== | ====[[The Crown Tundra]]==== | ||
* The addition | * The addition of: | ||
* | ** Five new Legendary Pokémon ({{p|Calyrex}}, {{p|Regieleki}}, {{p|Regidrago}}, {{p|Glastrier}} and {{p|Spectrier}}) bringing the total to 898. | ||
** A new area to explore, the [[Crown Tundra]], based on {{wp|Scotland}}. | |||
* The introduction of the regional forms for {{p|Slowking}}, {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}}. | * The introduction of the regional forms for {{p|Slowking}}, {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}}. | ||
* The introdiction of [[Max Raid Battle|Dynamax Adventure]]s. | |||
* The introduction of the [[Wyndon Stadium|Galarian Star Tournament]] | |||
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** X [[The Crown Tundra#Returning Pokémon|previously unavailable Pokémon]]. | |||
** X previously unavailable and unusuable [[moves]].--> | |||
==Region== | ==Region== | ||
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! style="width:80px; background:#{{galar color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}; vertical-align:bottom" colspan="2" | [[File:810Grookey.png|100px]]<br> | ! style="width:80px; background:#{{galar color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}; vertical-align:bottom" colspan="2" | [[File:810Grookey.png|100px]]<br>{{pcolor|Grookey|{{galar color dark}}}}<br> | ||
! style="width:80px; background:#{{galar color light}}; vertical-align:bottom" colspan="2" | [[File:813Scorbunny.png|100px]]<br> | ! style="width:80px; background:#{{galar color light}}; vertical-align:bottom" colspan="2" | [[File:813Scorbunny.png|100px]]<br>{{pcolor|Scorbunny|{{galar color dark}}}}<br> | ||
! style="width:80px; background:#{{galar color light}};{{roundytr|5px}}; vertical-align:bottom" colspan="2" | [[File:816Sobble.png|100px]]<br> | ! style="width:80px; background:#{{galar color light}};{{roundytr|5px}}; vertical-align:bottom" colspan="2" | [[File:816Sobble.png|100px]]<br>{{pcolor|Sobble|{{galar color dark}}}} | ||
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| colspan="2" style="background:#{{grass color}}" | {{tcolor|Grass|FFF}} | | colspan="2" style="background:#{{grass color}}" | {{tcolor|Grass|FFF}} | ||
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====Gym Leaders==== | ====Gym Leaders==== | ||
In Galar, most [[Gym | In Galar, most [[Gym Leader]]s are challenged in special stadium-style [[Gym]]s built on {{cat|Power Spots}} that facilitate the use of [[Dynamax]]. | ||
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{Galar color dark}}; border: 4px solid #{{Galar color}};" colspan=4 cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2" | {| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{Galar color dark}}; border: 4px solid #{{Galar color}};" colspan=4 cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2" | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
* Generation VIII is the first [[generation]]: | * Generation VIII is the first [[generation]]: | ||
** To not have the mascot Legendary Pokémon appear in the title screen. | |||
** To not have the [[region]]'s [[Pokémon Professor]] introduce the world of Pokémon to the {{player}}. Instead the role was done by [[Rose]]. | |||
*** The choosing of the player's gender and appearance as soon as you start up the game, rather than having the Pokémon Professor ask for it. | |||
** To have a [[Professor Magnolia|Pokémon Professor]] be a colleague to one from a [[Professor Willow|spinoff]] game. | |||
** To not have its [[Core series|main paired releases]] compatible with the entirety of the {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} species and [[move]]s existing as of its release. | ** To not have its [[Core series|main paired releases]] compatible with the entirety of the {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} species and [[move]]s existing as of its release. | ||
** To introduce [[Fossil]] Pokémon that are [[gender]]less, cannot breed, and are not {{ | ** To introduce [[Fossil]] Pokémon that are [[gender]]less, cannot breed, and are not {{type|Rock}}. | ||
*** Unlike other fossil Pokémon, they can be restored using two different fossils. | *** Unlike other fossil Pokémon, they can be restored using two different fossils. | ||
** To not introduce a {{2t|Normal|Flying}}-type Pokémon. | ** To not introduce a {{2t|Normal|Flying}}-type Pokémon. | ||
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** To not introduce a Pokémon with Flying as its secondary type. | ** To not introduce a Pokémon with Flying as its secondary type. | ||
** To introduce a [[Gym Leader]] specializing in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon. | ** To introduce a [[Gym Leader]] specializing in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon. | ||
** To not introduce any dual-typed [[starter Pokémon]] | ** To not introduce any dual-typed evolved forms of [[starter Pokémon]] since [[Generation II]]. | ||
** To lower the base stat total of a {{p|Aegislash|pre-existing Pokémon}}. | ** To lower the base stat total of a {{p|Aegislash|pre-existing Pokémon}}. | ||
** Where Pokémon can no longer lose access to moves by evolving. | ** Where Pokémon can no longer lose access to moves by [[Evolution|evolving]]. | ||
** To put old Pokémon in new [[Egg Group]]s. | ** To put old Pokémon in new [[Egg Group]]s. | ||
** To have paid DLC for its [[Core series|main paired releases]]. | ** To have paid DLC for its [[Core series|main paired releases]]. | ||
** To have no Pokémon that appear in the {{pkmn|anime}} before its start. | |||
** To introduce {{p|Regieleki|new}} {{p|Regidrago|members}} to an [[Legendary titans|existing trio]]. | ** To introduce {{p|Regieleki|new}} {{p|Regidrago|members}} to an [[Legendary titans|existing trio]]. | ||
** To introduce no new [[Mythical Pokémon]] at the time of its debut. | ** To introduce no new [[Mythical Pokémon]] at the time of its debut. | ||