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Pokémon Sword Edition - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
SKU: 6372648
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A new generation of Pokémon is coming to the Nintendo Switch system. Become a Pokémon Trainer, embark on a new journey in the new Galar region, and unravel the mystery behind the Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta! Explore the Wild Area, a vast expanse of land where the player can freely control the camera. And participate in Max Raid Battles*** in which players will face off against gigantic and super-strong Pokémon known as Dynamax Pokémon. Begin your adventure by choosing one of three new partner Pokémon: Grookey, Scorbunny, or Sobble and encounter new and familiar Pokémon as you catch, battle, and trade. Players can control the camera and explore the vast areas around them in the Wild Area. Team up with other players locally or online in the new multiplayer co-op Max Raid Battles. Trainers who possess the special item Dynamax Band can Dynamax their own Pokémon. Get ready for the next Pokémon adventure in the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games. *Additional games and systems may be required; sold separately. **Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online play. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. Accolades: IGN - “"...a complete joy to play."” – 9.3/10 GameSpot - “a consistent delight” – 9/10 Newsweek - “The music and atmosphere of the Galar region makes it one of my all-time favorites…" – 9/10 Game Informer - "an outstanding new installment" – 8.75/10 EGM - “...among the best games the series has ever offered." – 4/5
  • Details
    • Genre: Action and Adventure,Role Playing
  • Key Specs
    • Edition: Sword Edition
    • ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
    • ESRB Descriptors: Comic mischief, Mild cartoon violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
    • Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch
    • Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
  • General
    • Brand: Nintendo
    • Model Number: 110264
    • Product Name: Pokémon
    • Publisher: Nintendo
    • Developer: GAME FREAK Inc.
  • Game Details
    • Edition: Sword Edition
    • Genre: Action and Adventure, Role Playing
    • Game Franchise: Pokemon
    • Game Series: Shield
    • Multiplayer: true
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
    • ESRB Descriptors: Comic mischief, Mild cartoon violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
  • Compatibility
    • Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch
    • Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
  • Requirements
    • Video Game Content Included: Full game
  • Other
    • UPC: 400063726488

A new generation of Pokémon is coming to the Nintendo Switch system. Become a Pokémon Trainer, embark on a new journey in the new Galar region, and unravel the mystery behind the Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta! Explore the Wild Area, a vast expanse of land where the player can freely control the camera. And participate in Max Raid Battles*** in which players will face off against gigantic and super-strong Pokémon known as Dynamax Pokémon.

Begin your adventure by choosing one of three new partner Pokémon: Grookey, Scorbunny, or Sobble and encounter new and familiar Pokémon as you catch, battle, and trade. Players can control the camera and explore the vast areas around them in the Wild Area. Team up with other players locally or online in the new multiplayer co-op Max Raid Battles. Trainers who possess the special item Dynamax Band can Dynamax their own Pokémon. Get ready for the next Pokémon adventure in the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games.

*Additional games and systems may be required; sold separately.
**Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online play. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply.

Accolades:
IGN - “"...a complete joy to play."” – 9.3/10
GameSpot - “a consistent delight” – 9/10
Newsweek - “The music and atmosphere of the Galar region makes it one of my all-time favorites…" – 9/10
Game Informer - "an outstanding new installment" – 8.75/10
EGM - “...among the best games the series has ever offered." – 4/5

    Whats Included
    • Pokémon Sword

    Q: What’s the difference between the sword and the shield games?

    A: The main and pretty much only difference in the two games are the Pokémon. There are version exclusive Pokémon for each game, the most known and obvious being the two legendaries for the game: Zacian in Sword & Zamazenta in Shield, On top of that, there are also 1 or 2 different gym leaders in the games. So for the most part, they are the exact same, just a few small differences. I would suggest going on serebi and looking into each game and especially the version exclusive pokémon. hope this helps!

    Q: I see a $10 reward mentioned with the game. What form does that take? Is it a gift card, a rebate, an instant savings at the register? Sorry, I haven't been to Best Buy in a while.

    A: On this listing, you can click that blue bar that says it's eligible, and you will be brought to the page where it both lists, and contains the terms of preorder. From the bottom of said page: "For each qualified purchase, receive 500 My Best Buy points (worth $10 in reward certificates) credited to account approximately 15–20 days after street date or store pickup. Limit one award per member per title." Basically, once the game is outside the standard return period, the points will automatically be deposited into the MBB account used to preorder and purchase the games listed.

    Q: Is this compatible with the switch lite?

    A: Yes that’s what I play it on :)

    Q: What will be the new legends

    A: There's a good chance the logo will have some aspect of any supposed legendary mascot's identity, or maybe we won't. We are going to have to wait and see like others say.

    Q: Has anyone received their $10 rewards? I have not yet

    A: You need to call the 1-800 bestbuy number. Ive preordered over 10 games and only received one. I had to call for the other 9. They seem to be very behind. They will deff update your account as soon as you call.

    Q: why at the fire gym misson salandit attack you and not the opposing pokemon

    A: If you pay more attention, the Gym Leader says it's a contest between you and the other trainer. Obviously they're going to compete against you.

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    Customers enjoy the great gameplay and overall performance of Pokémon. Many appreciate the engaging story, ease of use, and fun experience, especially the Wild Area. Some customers feel that the game could be improved with adjustable difficulty levels and additional content. Despite these concerns, the game is praised for its selection of Pokémon to catch, open-world aspects, and reasonable price.

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