In this article, you'll learn how to connect Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet on Nintendo Switch to the Pokémon GO smart device app.
Note
- You will need to download and install the latest update data forPokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violetto use this feature.
- The Mystery Gift feature becomes available after you reach the first Pokémon Center in Los Platos.
- You cannot send Pokémon from Pokémon GO directly to Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet.
- Once you link Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet with Pokémon HOME, you will be able to bring Roaming Form Gimmighoul from Pokémon GO toPokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet.
- Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are slated to link with Pokémon HOME in spring 2023. Please wait for future announcements for more information.
- For more information about how to link Pokémon GO with Pokémon HOME, please visit Pokémon Support.
- For more information on connectivity features between these games, please visit The Pokémon Company.
Complete these steps
Pair Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet with Pokémon GO via Bluetooth
InPokémon GO:
- Open the menu by tapping the Poké Ball in the bottom-centre part of the field screen.
- Tap Settings in the top right.
- Scroll to the bottom and tap Connected Devices and Services, then tap Nintendo Switch.
- Tap Connect to Nintendo Switch.
In Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet:
- Press the X Button to open the menu.
- Select Poké Portal, then select Mystery Gift.
- Select Connect to Pokémon GO.
- Select Pair with a Pokémon GO account.
- When "Would you like to pair with this account?" is displayed, select Yes.
Send a Postcard from Pokémon GO to Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet
In Pokémon GO:
- Tap the Trainer icon in the bottom-left part of the screen.
- Open the Postcard Book.
- Choose the Postcard you want to send, then select Send to Pokémon Scarlet or Send to Pokémon Violet.
In Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet:
- Press the X Button to open the menu.
- Select Poké Portal, then select Mystery Gift.
- Select Connect to Pokémon GO.
- Select Communicate with Pokémon GO to receive the Postcard.
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If you encounter issues connecting Pokémon GO to Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet, please read Connectivity Issues - Pokémon GO App and Pokémon Games on Nintendo Switch.
