Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes explained

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes let you get version exclusive Pokémon, ones you can only access in either Scarlet or Violet, and here’s how it works

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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes are a handy way to grab Pokémon only available in individual versions. Unless you splashed the cash on the double pack, you’re not going to be able to get all the Pokémon and fill your Pokédex unless you trade.

But if you don’t have a buddy nearby with all the Pokémon you need, you want to learn how to use Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes, a system explained by Austin John Plays on YouTube. Below you can see a video explaining how to do it. Once you’re sorted, check out our Pokémon Scarlet & Violet starters, Pokémon Scarlet & Violet breeding, and Pokémon Scarlet & Violet legendaries guides.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes

Check out the video below to see how it all works, or read on for a brief explanation.

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How do I use Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes?

To use Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes, follow the steps below. To pick your trade code, check out the pictures below. For example, if you want to trade a Sprigatito with Fuecoco, the code is 0001 0004. If you want to trade a Fuecoco for a Spirgatito, the code is the same.

  • Open the Poképortal
  • Head to Link Trade
  • Press Set Link Code to the code you want below
  • That’s that!

Assuming someone else is looking for the opposite trade, you’re going to get the Pokémon you want. Check out the Link Codes below. If you wanna know which ‘mons you need to complete your dex, head over to our Pokémon Scarlet and Violet exclusives guide.

That’s all we’ve got on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trade codes for now. For more, check out our Pokémon Scarlet and Violet elite four, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet recipes, and Pokémon Scarlet and Violet differences guides.