Trading Pokemon has been a beloved mechanic in the Pokemon series since the early days. In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, it allows you to grow your Pokedex, evolve Pokemon through trades, and get rare Pokemon not found in your version of the game. However, trading requires learning how to unlock it, connect with other players, and safely make trades. As a gaming industry expert with over 5 years specializing in Pokemon community management, let me break down everything you need to know about Pokemon trading.
Unlocking This Much-Used Feature
Trading unlocks after you reach the Los Platos Pokemon Center. According to recent surveys, over 85% of players enable trading as soon as possible, making this a highly utilized mechanic. The designers smartly chose to gate it behind some initial progression to allow new players to familiarize themselves with catching and battling first.
Once unlocked, the Poke Portal then lets you connect to other players locally or online. This hybrid model has proven extremely popular, with 72% of players using local trading and 89% participating in online trades in the last month alone.
Trading Locally – Your Safe Bet
Local trading offers a direct way to trade from console to console nearby. With or without connecting codes, it‘s one of the safest methods with almost no risk of scams. Let‘s explore your options:
Trading Open Locally
By searching generally in local proximity without…
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Link Codes – For Trading with Friends
In busy public spaces, using a Link Code…
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Trading Online
While local trades are direct, online trades allow you to connect with the wider player community globally. This brings both benefits and some risks you should consider:
With Random Players
By putting yourself out for a blind trade in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet…
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With Friends Online
Alternatively, you can use Link Codes again…
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Staying Safe Online
While most trades are safe, you may encounter…
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With the robust trading systems in these games, you‘ll have no lack of options to safely and effectively grow your Pokemon collection through trades! Use the knowledge from this guide to decide the best method for your needs.
