A mythical reward forSword / Shieldowners
The release date forPokemon Legends: Arceusis just a few months away, and today, Nintendo announced some extras that players of previousPokemongames can pick up. Those who boot upPokemon Legends: Arceuswith play data fromSwordorShieldwill get a chance to catch Shaymin.
The Mythical Pokemon will be available in its Land Forme to join your team. A special research request for Shaymin will beavailable after you’ve rolled creditsonPokemon Legends: Arceus.
Hey Trainers, have play data from#PokemonSwordShield? If so, you’ll get a chance to catch the Mythical Pokémon Shaymin in#PokemonLegendsArceus!
Plus, you’ll be able to claim the Shaymin Kimono Set when the game releases on 1/28!https://t.co/wZqRl3zhBrpic.twitter.com/Wol6uZWoSQ
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica)August 02, 2025
Alongside the Pokemon, there’s a cosmetic Shaymin Kimono Set available to claim too.
AnotherPokemongame coming soon also has some tie-ins for those with previous save data.PokemonBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearlwillhave a few Pokemon to pick upfor those with previous save data. Jirachi can be acquired if you haveSwordorShieldsave records, andLet’s Go, Pikachu!orLet’s Go, Eevee!nets you a Mew.
Pokemon Legends: Arceusis set to put a new spin on the world ofPokemonin January, with a little more action, exploration, andsome terrifyingwild Pokemon chases. Some of the new Pokemon in the regionhave also been shown off recently, like the Hisuian variant of Zorua and Zoroark.
