Pokémon Sword and Shield: how to get Pikachu with Ash's cap

Thanks to Pokémon HOME it is possible to make us with this version of the electric mouse from Kanto, although it is necessary to have Pokémon Ultrasol and Ultramoon.

Pokémon HOME has arrived loaded with news and gifts for players. Regardless of the features of the app, players can receive five Pokémon for free; added to Magearna Vetusto color. Today, we tell you how to get Pikachu with Ash's cap.

Notice: it is necessary to have a premium Pokémon HOME account (Pokémon Bank is needed for transfers)

Pikachu with Ash's cap is nothing new in the mainline video games, however; It was one of the events highlighted during Generation VII only a couple of years ago with Pokémon Ultrasol and Ultramoon … and it's still valid! Therefore, today, in the middle of the year 2020, we can continue to get this version of Pikachu with the iconic outfit of Ash Ketchum in the anime during the seasons of Kanto and Johto.

Pokémon Pikachu Ash Pokémon HOME
There it is, our Pikachu with Ash Cap from Alola. Azuki was his original coach.

Steps to follow: bring out your Nintendo 3DS

  • Turn on your Nintendo 3DS, activate the Internet connection and update the console. This step is essential; especially if you have not used your Nintendo 3DS for a long time.
  • Start your edition of Ultrasol or Ultramoon. You have to have your departure advanced enough to reach Akala Island.
  • Scan the QR code of the image and activate the event
  • Go to Route 4 of the Alola region, specifically in the Pikachu Valley (exclusive of Ultrasol and Ultramoon); Talk to the delivery man, who will hand you over to Pikachu with Ash's cap.
  • Use the Pokémon Bank (free for 30 days from when you first start Pokémon HOME) to transfer your Pikachu with an Ash cap to your Pokémon HOME account.
  • Pokémon Pikachu Ash Pokémon HOME

    * You need to have an Internet connection and a Premium subscription of Pokémon HOME because Bank transfers to HOME are an exclusive feature of the Premium plan.

    Pokémon Pikachu Ash Pokémon HOME

    In the images, you can see our Pikachu with an Ash cap transferred directly from these Nintendo 3DS cartridges. In case you already had Pikachu with Ash's cap because you already captured him in his day, it will be enough for you to connect your edition of Pokémon Ultrasol / Ultramoon via Pokémon Bank to Pokémon HOME with the steps that we have explained.

    We remind that all players who have Pokémon Sword and Shield can now register their regional Polar of Galar 35 new creatures; which add up to the original 400 species originally available in these editions.

    Pokémon HOME is now available on Nintendo Switch and iOS and Android mobile devices. To solve all your doubts, we have published this article where we explain what is free and what is paid.

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    Chris Watson is a gaming expert and writer. He has loved video games since childhood and has been writing about them for over 15 years. Chris has worked for major gaming magazines where he reviewed new games and wrote strategy guides. He started his own gaming website to share insider tips and in-depth commentary about his favorite games. When he's not gaming or writing, Chris enjoys travel and hiking. His passion is helping other gamers master new games.

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