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The '''eighth generation''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|第八世代|だいはちせだい}}}}''' ''eighth generation'') of Pokémon games, commonly referred to by fans as '''Generation VIII''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|世代|いちせだい}}ＶＩＩＩ}}''' ''Generation VIII''), is the eighth installment of the Pokémon video game series. The eighth generation began with {{g|Sword and Shield}} and then continued with the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]] DLC packs, followed by {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, and concluded with [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]].
The '''eighth generation''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|第八世代|だいはちせだい}}}}''' ''eighth generation'') of Pokémon games is the eighth installment of the Pokémon video game series. The eighth generation began with {{g|Sword and Shield}} and then continued with the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]] DLC packs, {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, and [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]].


Released after [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|the Let's Go remakes]] of {{game|Yellow}}, Generation VIII is the first generation not to include every previously available Pokémon to obtain, the first generation to include paid DLC in lieu of an additional game, and the first to be released entirely on a home console system, the [[Nintendo Switch]].
Released after [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|the Let's Go remakes]] of {{game|Yellow}}, Generation VIII is the first generation not to include every previously available Pokémon to obtain, the first generation to include paid DLC in lieu of an additional game, and the first to be released entirely on a home console system, the [[Nintendo Switch]].
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In [[Pokémon Presents]] on February 26, 2021, {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, remakes of the [[Generation IV]] games {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}, were announced, and they were released on November 19, 2021 worldwide. [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]] was also announced during the same Pokémon Presents, and was released on January 28, 2022 worldwide.
In [[Pokémon Presents]] on February 26, 2021, {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, remakes of the [[Generation IV]] games {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}, were announced, and they were released on November 19, 2021 worldwide. [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]] was also announced during the same Pokémon Presents, and was released on January 28, 2022 worldwide.
Since May 18, 2022, players have been able to store their Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus and trade with other players in Pokémon HOME.


==Connectivity==
==Connectivity==
Regarding connectivity with previous generations, users of Pokémon HOME can carry forward their Pokémon from [[Pokémon Bank]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!]], and {{pkmn|GO}} to the application, allowing for a [[transfer]] of Pokémon that originate in [[core series]] games as early as {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}, as well as the [[Nintendo 3DS]] [[Virtual Console]] releases of the [[Generation I]] and {{gen|II}} games.
Regarding connectivity with previous generations, users of Pokémon HOME can carry forward their Pokémon from [[Pokémon Bank]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!]], and {{pkmn|GO}} to the application, allowing for a [[transfer]] of Pokémon that originate in [[core series]] games as early as {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}, as well as the [[Nintendo 3DS]] [[Virtual Console]] releases of the [[Generation I]] and {{gen|II}} games.
Additionally, it would be the first generation since Generation I to allow Pokémon from future generations to be transferred backwards, supporting transfers to and from [[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]] through Pokémon HOME.


==Advances in gameplay==
==Advances in gameplay==
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII Pokémon|81 new Pokémon<!--Similar to Gen VII, DO NOT EDIT THIS NUMBER. DLC packs are noted in a separate section below.-->}}, bringing the total to 890.<!--Same here, please keep this number as 890 instead of 896.-->
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII Pokémon|81 new Pokémon<!--Similar to Gen VII, DO NOT EDIT THIS NUMBER. DLC packs are noted in a separate section below.-->}}, bringing the total to 890.<!--Same here, please keep this number as 890 instead of 898.-->
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII moves|54 new moves}}, bringing the total to 796.
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VIII moves|80 new moves}}, bringing the total to 804.
* The addition of {{cat|Abilities introduced in Generation VIII|25 new Abilities}}, bringing the total to 258.
* The addition of {{cat|Abilities introduced in Generation VIII|25 new Abilities}}, bringing the total to 258.
* A new region to explore, the [[Galar]] region, based on the {{wp|United Kingdom}}.
* A new region to explore, the [[Galar]] region, based on the {{wp|United Kingdom}}.
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* The introductions of the [[Rotom Phone]], which functions as a menu, and the [[Rotom Bike]], an upgraded version of traditional bikes that can grant a speed boost and move on water.
* The introductions of the [[Rotom Phone]], which functions as a menu, and the [[Rotom Bike]], an upgraded version of traditional bikes that can grant a speed boost and move on water.
* Nineteen new [[regional form]]s (including two for {{form|Darmanitan|two different forms}} of a Pokémon), now including Pokémon from Generations II, III, and V as bases, and being the first generation to have forms from multiple generations.
* Nineteen new [[regional form]]s (including two for {{form|Darmanitan|two different forms}} of a Pokémon), now including Pokémon from Generations II, III, and V as bases, and being the first generation to have forms from multiple generations.
** In addition, the introduction of [[List of cross-generational evolution families|cross-generational evolutions]] exclusive to [[regional form]]s.
** In addition, the introduction of [[List of cross-generational evolutionary lines|cross-generational Evolutions]] exclusive to [[regional form]]s.
* The introduction of {{form|Alcremie|70 new forms}} for {{p|Alcremie}}, the most forms a Pokémon has ever had.
* Similarly, the introduction of several other new [[List of Pokémon with form differences|forms]].
* Many animations for characters and Pokémon are refined and expanded to be more expressive.
* Many animations for characters and Pokémon are refined and expanded to be more expressive.
* Eight new [[Gym]]s, two of which have different type specialties depending on which version the {{player}} has, as well as introducing the first Gym that specializes in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon.
* Eight new [[Gym]]s, two of which have different type specialties depending on which version the {{player}} has, as well as introducing the first Gym that specializes in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon.
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* The introduction of {{wp|downloadable content}} in the form of the {{pkmn|Sword and Shield Expansion Pass}}.
* The introduction of {{wp|downloadable content}} in the form of the {{pkmn|Sword and Shield Expansion Pass}}.
* The introduction of cosmetic [[mark]]s and [[title]]s.
* The introduction of cosmetic [[mark]]s and [[title]]s.
* The introduction of [[Save data bonus]].
* The introduction of [[save data bonus]]es.


===Alterations from Generation VII===
===Alterations from Generation VII===
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* The abandonment of the following elements:
* The abandonment of the following elements:
** The [[Moss Rock]], [[Ice Rock]], and [[special magnetic field]].
** The [[Moss Rock]], [[Ice Rock]], and [[special magnetic field]].
*** Due to this, the evolution methods of certain Pokémon are changed; {{p|Eevee}} now evolves into {{p|Leafeon}} or {{p|Glaceon}} via [[evolutionary stone]], and Pokémon that evolved via special magnetic field now evolve via [[Thunder Stone]].
*** Due to this, the [[Methods of Evolution|Evolution methods]] of certain Pokémon are changed; {{p|Eevee}} now evolves into {{p|Leafeon}} or {{p|Glaceon}} via [[Evolution stone]], and Pokémon that evolved via special magnetic field now evolve via [[Thunder Stone]].
** [[Vs. Recorder]]
** [[Trial Captain]]s
** [[Trial Captain]]s
** [[Totem Pokémon]]
** [[Totem Pokémon]]
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* Repels no longer prevent [[symbol encounter]]s from appearing.
* Repels no longer prevent [[symbol encounter]]s from appearing.
* The [[nickname]] of an [[outsider Pokémon]] can now be changed if the Pokémon does not already have a nickname, though it still cannot be changed otherwise.
* The [[nickname]] of an [[outsider Pokémon]] can now be changed if the Pokémon does not already have a nickname, though it still cannot be changed otherwise.
* [[Wild Pokémon]] in the overworld can no longer appear [[shiny]].
* [[Wild Pokémon]] in the overworld can no longer appear {{Shiny}}.
* Foreign language Pokémon now retain their original language game's name when evolving.
* Foreign language Pokémon now retain their original language game's name when evolving.
* [[Badges]] are now required to catch Pokémon of a certain level.
* [[Badges]] are now required to catch Pokémon of a certain level.
* [[Affection]] has merged into [[friendship]].
* [[Affection]] has merged into [[friendship]].
** Due to this, Eevee now evolves into {{p|Sylveon}} when leveled up knowing a Fairy-type move and with high friendship. Additionally, all bonuses tied to the affection now applies to the friendship mechanic.
** Due to this, Eevee now evolves into {{p|Sylveon}} when leveled up knowing a Fairy-type move and with high friendship. Additionally, all bonuses tied to the affection now apply to the friendship mechanic.
* Held items are now returned to the player's [[bag]] when a Pokémon holding it is [[Released Pokémon|released]].
* [[Egg Cycle]] is now 128 steps instead of 257.


===Further additions in Sword and Shield updates===
===Further additions in Sword and Shield updates===
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* Introduced {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Slowpoke}}.
* Introduced {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Slowpoke}}.


===Further additions in [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]] DLC===
====[[The Isle of Armor]] (Version 1.2.0)====
====[[The Isle of Armor]] (Version 1.2.0)====
* The addition of:
* The addition of:
** Three new Pokémon (the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Kubfu}}, {{p|Urshifu}} and the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{p|Zarude}}), bringing the total to 893.
** Three new Pokémon (the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Kubfu}}, {{p|Urshifu}} and the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{p|Zarude}}), bringing the total to 893.
** A new area to explore, the [[Isle of Armor]] based on the {{wp|Isle of Man}}.
** A new area to explore, the [[Isle of Armor]] based on the {{wp|Isle of Man}}.
** 22 new moves, some available exclusively as [[Move Tutor#The Isle of Armor|tutor moves]], bringing the total to 818.
** 29 new moves, some available exclusively as [[Move Tutor#The Isle of Armor|tutor moves]], bringing the total to 833.
** Two new Abilities, {{a|Quick Draw}} and {{a|Unseen Fist}}, bringing the total to 260.
** Two new Abilities, {{a|Quick Draw}} and {{a|Unseen Fist}}, bringing the total to 260.
** Seven new Gigantamax forms, bringing the total to 32.
** Seven new Gigantamax forms, bringing the total to 32.
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** Five new Legendary Pokémon ({{p|Calyrex}}, {{p|Regieleki}}, {{p|Regidrago}}, {{p|Glastrier}} and {{p|Spectrier}}), bringing the total to 898.
** Five new Legendary Pokémon ({{p|Calyrex}}, {{p|Regieleki}}, {{p|Regidrago}}, {{p|Glastrier}} and {{p|Spectrier}}), bringing the total to 898.
** A new area to explore, the [[Crown Tundra]], based on {{wp|Scotland}}.
** A new area to explore, the [[Crown Tundra]], based on {{wp|Scotland}}.
** Eight new moves ({{m|Thunder Cage}}, {{m|Dragon Energy}}, {{m|Freezing Glare}}, {{m|Fiery Wrath}}, {{m|Thunderous Kick}}, {{m|Glacial Lance}}, {{m|Astral Barrage}}, and {{m|Eerie Spell}}) bringing the total to 826.
** Eight new moves ({{m|Thunder Cage}}, {{m|Dragon Energy}}, {{m|Freezing Glare}}, {{m|Fiery Wrath}}, {{m|Thunderous Kick}}, {{m|Glacial Lance}}, {{m|Astral Barrage}}, and {{m|Eerie Spell}}) bringing the total to 841.
** Seven new Abilities ({{a|Curious Medicine}}, {{a|Transistor}}, {{a|Dragon's Maw}}, {{a|Chilling Neigh}}, {{a|Grim Neigh}}, and {{a|As One}} (which is two different abilities)) bringing the total to 267.
** Seven new Abilities ({{a|Curious Medicine}}, {{a|Transistor}}, {{a|Dragon's Maw}}, {{a|Chilling Neigh}}, {{a|Grim Neigh}}, and {{a|As One}} (which is two different abilities)) bringing the total to 267.
* The introduction of the regional forms for {{p|Slowking}}, {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}}.
* The introduction of the regional forms for {{p|Slowking}}, {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}}.
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===Further additions in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl===
===Further additions in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl===
* The reintroduction of [[Pokémon Super Contest]]s and [[Ball Capsule]]s.
* The reintroduction of [[Pokémon Super Contest]]s and [[Ball Capsule]]s.
* The reintroduction of [[the Underground]], now known as the [[Grand Underground]].
* The reintroduction of the [[Underground]], now known as the [[Grand Underground]].
* The reintroduction of the [[Union Room]] as a hub for communication.
* The reintroduction of the [[Union Room]] as a hub for communication.
* [[TM]]s are once again single-use.
* Pokémon obtained from a previous or later game that enters a new game now have their moves reset.
* Pokémon obtained from a previous or later game that enters a new game now have their moves reset.
* Eggs now hatch automatically in party order when they all become ready to hatch.


===Further additions in Legends: Arceus===
===Further additions in Legends: Arceus===
* Seven new Pokémon ({{p|Wyrdeer}}, {{p|Kleavor}}, {{p|Ursaluna}}, {{p|Basculegion}}, {{p|Sneasler}}, {{p|Overqwil}}, and {{p|Enamorus}}), bringing the total to 905.
* Seven new Pokémon ({{p|Wyrdeer}}, {{p|Kleavor}}, {{p|Ursaluna}}, {{p|Basculegion}}, {{p|Sneasler}}, {{p|Overqwil}}, and {{p|Enamorus}}), bringing the total to 905.
* A new area to explore called [[Hisui]], which is the Sinnoh region in the bygone era.
* A new area to explore called [[Hisui]], which is the Sinnoh region in the bygone era.
* 24 new moves, bringing the total to 850.
* 24 new moves, bringing the total to 865.
*The introduction of several new forms.
*The introduction of several new forms.
**The introduction of the regional forms for {{p|Growlithe}}, {{p|Arcanine}}, {{p|Voltorb}}, {{p|Electrode}}, {{p|Typhlosion}}, {{p|Qwilfish}}, {{p|Sneasel}}, {{p|Samurott}}, {{p|Lilligant}}, {{p|Basculin}}, {{p|Zorua}}, {{p|Zoroark}}, {{p|Braviary}}, {{p|Sliggoo}}, {{p|Goodra}}, {{p|Avalugg}}, and {{p|Decidueye}}.
**The introduction of {{form|Basculin|White-Striped}} {{p|Basculin}}.
**The introduction of the regional forms for {{p|Growlithe}}, {{p|Arcanine}}, {{p|Voltorb}}, {{p|Electrode}}, {{p|Typhlosion}}, {{p|Qwilfish}}, {{p|Sneasel}}, {{p|Samurott}}, {{p|Lilligant}}, {{p|Zorua}}, {{p|Zoroark}}, {{p|Braviary}}, {{p|Sliggoo}}, {{p|Goodra}}, {{p|Avalugg}}, and {{p|Decidueye}}.
**New forms for {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}, which play a central role in the story of Legends: Arceus.
**New forms for {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}, which play a central role in the story of Legends: Arceus.
* A new battle mechanic, [[Move mastery]] which allows a Pokémon to use a move in either agile style or strong style.
* Doors need to be opened manually again.
* Doors need to be opened manually again.
* Wild Pokémon in the overworld can appear shiny again.
* Wild Pokémon in the overworld can appear shiny again.
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The [[Galar]] [[region]] was introduced in {{g|Sword and Shield}}. This region appears to be a sprawling continent with a wide range of environments.
The [[Galar]] [[region]] was introduced in {{g|Sword and Shield}}. This region appears to be a sprawling continent with a wide range of environments.


====Starter Pokémon====
====First partner Pokémon====
The starters of the eighth generation, like the starters of the previous seven regions, follow the Grass-Fire-Water trio, with {{p|Grookey}} the {{type|Grass}}, {{p|Scorbunny}} the {{type|Fire}}, and {{p|Sobble}} the {{type|Water}}.
The [[first partner Pokémon]] of the eighth generation, like the first partners of the previous seven regions, follow the Grass-Fire-Water trio, with {{p|Grookey}} the {{type|Grass}}, {{p|Scorbunny}} the {{type|Fire}}, and {{p|Sobble}} the {{type|Water}}.
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[[Sinnoh]] was featured in Generation VIII in {{pkmn|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, which are [[remake]]s of the [[Generation IV]] games {{2v2|Diamond|Pearl}}.
[[Sinnoh]] was featured in Generation VIII in {{pkmn|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, which are [[remake]]s of the [[Generation IV]] games {{2v2|Diamond|Pearl}}.


====Starter Pokémon====
====First partner Pokémon====
The starter Pokémon featured in the remakes are the same as the original Generation IV titles, following the series' usual Grass/Fire/Water setup. The player is given a choice between {{p|Turtwig}}, {{p|Chimchar}}, or {{p|Piplup}}.
The [[first partner Pokémon]] featured in the remakes are the same as the original Generation IV titles, following the series' usual Grass/Fire/Water setup. The player is given a choice between {{p|Turtwig}}, {{p|Chimchar}}, or {{p|Piplup}}.


{| style="margin:auto; width:auto; text-align:center; background:#{{sinnoh color dark}}; font-size:85%; {{roundy}}; border:5px solid #{{sinnoh color}}"
{| style="margin:auto; width:auto; text-align:center; background:#{{sinnoh color dark}}; font-size:85%; {{roundy}}; border:5px solid #{{sinnoh color}}"
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[[Hisui]] was introduced in [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]]. It is what the Sinnoh region used to be called before gaining its current name.
[[Hisui]] was introduced in [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]]. It is what the Sinnoh region used to be called before gaining its current name.


====Starter Pokémon====
====First partner Pokémon====
The starter Pokémon featured in the game follow the series' usual Grass/Fire/Water setup. The player is given a choice between {{p|Rowlet}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, or {{p|Oshawott}}.
The [[first partner Pokémon]] featured in the game follow the series' usual Grass/Fire/Water setup. The player is given a choice between {{p|Rowlet}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, or {{p|Oshawott}}.


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{| style="margin:auto; width:auto; text-align:center; background:#{{legends arceus color dark}}; font-size:85%; {{roundy}}; border:5px solid #{{legends arceus color}}"
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{{typetable|Water}}
{{typetable|Water}}
| style="background:#{{Dark color}}; {{roundybr|5px}}" | {{tcolor|Dark|FFF}}
| style="background:#{{Dark color}}; {{roundybr|5px}}" | {{tcolor|Dark|FFF}}
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====Noble Pokémon====
The player confronts these [[noble Pokémon]] as part of the story of Pokémon Legends: Arceus in order to quell their frenzies. Each victory is rewarded with a [[Plate]].
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! style="{{roundytl|5px}}; color:#{{hisui color dark}}; background:#{{hisui color light}};" | Location
! style="color:#{{hisui color dark}}; background:#{{hisui color light}};" | Noble Pokémon
! style="color:#{{hisui color dark}}; background:#{{hisui color light}};" | {{color2|{{hisui color dark}}|Plate}}
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}; color:#{{hisui color dark}}; background:#{{hisui color light}};" | {{color2|{{hisui color dark}}|Warden}}
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| style="background:#{{bug color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}}" | '''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Grandtree Arena}}'''<br>{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Obsidian Fieldlands}}<br><small>黒曜の原野 Obsidian Fields</small>
| style="background:#{{bug color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}}" | Lord of the Woods<br>[[File:Menu LA 900N.png]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Kleavor|{{rock color dark}}}}'''<br>{{typecolor|Bug}}{{typecolor|Rock}}
| style="background:#{{bug color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}}" | [[File:Bag Insect Plate LA Sprite.png]]<br>'''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Insect Plate}}'''
| style="background:#{{bug color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}}" | [[File:Legends Arceus Lian.png|x120px|Lian]]<br>'''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Lian}}'''<br><small>キクイ Kikui</small>
|-
| style="color:#{{fighting color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}};" | '''{{color2|{{fighting color dark}}|Brava Arena}}'''<br>{{color2|{{fighting color dark}}|Crimson Mirelands}}<br><small>紅蓮の湿地 Crimson Wetlands</small>
| style="background:#{{grass color light}}; color:#{{fighting color dark}};" | Lady of the Ridge<br>[[File:Menu LA 549HN.png]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Lilligant|{{fighting color dark}}}}'''<br>{{typecolor|Grass}}{{typecolor|Fighting}}
| style="background:#{{grass color light}}" | [[File:Bag Meadow Plate LA Sprite.png]]<br>'''{{color2|{{fighting color dark}}|Meadow Plate}}'''
| style="background:#{{grass color light}}; color:#{{fighting color dark}};" | [[File:Legends Arceus Arezu.png|x120px|Arezu]]<br>'''{{color2|{{fighting color dark}}|Arezu}}'''<br><small>ヒナツ Hinatsu</small>
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| style="color:#{{rock color dark}}; background:#{{fire color light}};" | '''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Molten Arena}}'''<br>{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Cobalt Coastlands}}<br><small>群青の海岸 Ultramarine Coast</small>
| style="background:#{{fire color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}}" | Lord of the Isles<br>[[File:Menu LA 059HN.png]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Arcanine|{{rock color dark}}}}'''<br>{{typecolor|Fire}}{{typecolor|Rock}}
| style="background:#{{fire color light}}" | [[File:Bag Flame Plate LA Sprite.png]]<br>'''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Flame Plate}}'''
| style="background:#{{fire color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}};" | [[File:Legends Arceus Palina.png|x120px|Palina]]<br>'''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Palina}}'''<br><small>ガラナ Garana</small>
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| style="color:#{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}};" | '''{{color2|{{grass color dark}}|Moonview Arena}}'''<br>{{color2|{{grass color dark}}|Coronet Highlands}}<br><small>天冠の山麓 Tengan Foothills</small>
| style="background:#{{electric color light}}; color:#{{grass color dark}}" | Lord of the Hollow<br>[[File:Menu LA 101HN.png]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Electrode|{{grass color dark}}}}'''<br>{{typecolor|Electric}}{{typecolor|Grass}}
| style="background:#{{electric color light}}" | [[File:Bag Zap Plate LA Sprite.png]]<br>'''{{color2|{{grass color dark}}|Zap Plate}}'''
| style="background:#{{electric color light}}; color:#{{grass color dark}};" | [[File:Legends Arceus Melli.png|x120px|Melli]]<br>'''{{color2|{{grass color dark}}|Melli}}'''<br><small>ツバキ Tsubaki</small>
|-
| style="color:#{{rock color dark}}; background:#{{ice color light}};" | '''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Icepeak Arena}}'''<br>{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Alabaster Icelands}}<br><small>純白の凍土 Pure White Tundra</small>
| style="background:#{{ice color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}}" | Lord of the Tundra<br>[[File:Menu LA 713HN.png]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Avalugg|{{rock color dark}}}}'''<br>{{typecolor|Ice}}{{typecolor|Rock}}
| style="background:#{{ice color light}}" | [[File:Bag Icicle Plate LA Sprite.png]]<br>'''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Icicle Plate}}'''
| style="background:#{{ice color light}}; color:#{{rock color dark}};" | [[File:Legends Arceus Gaeric.png|x120px|Gaeric]]<br>'''{{color2|{{rock color dark}}|Gaeric}}'''<br><small>ハマレンゲ Hamarenge</small>
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| style="{{roundybottom|5px}}; color:#{{hisui color dark}}; background:#{{hisui color light}}; font-size:80%;" colspan="4" |
* In the post-game, [[Calaba]] acts as Lady Lilligant's warden on Arezu's behalf, as she is working as a hairdresser in [[Jubilife Village]].
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Generation VIII is the first [[generation]]:
* This is the only [[generation]]:
** To have the selection of the player's appearance occur immediately upon beginning the game, rather than during the introduction.
** To introduce a non-{{pkmn2|Legendary}} pure Flying-type Pokémon.
** To introduce a non-{{pkmn2|Legendary}} pure Flying-type Pokémon.
** To not introduce a {{2t|Normal|Flying}}-type Pokémon.
** To not introduce a {{2t|Normal|Flying}}-type Pokémon.
** To introduce a [[Gym Leader]] specializing in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon.
** To introduce a [[Gym Leader]] [[Type expert|specializing]] in {{type|Dark}} Pokémon.
** To lower the base stat total of a pre-existing Pokémon, namely {{p|Aegislash}}.
** To not introduce any [[Elite Four]] members.
** To feature a [[remake]] of a spin-off game, namely [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX]].
** To introduce [[Fossil]] Pokémon that are [[gender unknown]], cannot [[Pokémon breeding|breed]], and are not {{type|Rock}}.
** To include core series games that are not developed by [[Game Freak]], namely [[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl]].
** To have its [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus|last core series game]] be released in the same calendar year as the release of the [[Generation IX|succeeding generation]].
** In which the last Pokémon in the [[National Pokédex]] is not a [[Mythical Pokémon]] by the end of the generation.
** To feature a [[Sinnoh|previous region]] in two different games; being [[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl]] and [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]]. Although Sinnoh was known as Hisui during the events in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
* This is the first generation:
** To have the selection of the player's appearance occur immediately upon beginning the game, rather than during the introduction.
** To lower the [[base stats|base stat]] total of a pre-existing Pokémon, namely {{p|Aegislash}}.
** In which Pokémon cannot lose access to moves by [[Evolution|evolving]].
** In which Pokémon cannot lose access to moves by [[Evolution|evolving]].
** To change the [[Egg Group]]s of pre-existing Pokémon.
** To change the [[Egg Group]]s of pre-existing Pokémon.
** To have paid DLC for its [[Core series|main paired releases]].
** To have paid DLC for its [[Core series|main paired releases]].
** To introduce new members to existing [[Legendary trio]]s, namely the [[Legendary titans]] and [[Forces of Nature]].
** To introduce new members to existing [[Legendary trio]]s, namely the [[legendary giants]] and [[forces of nature]].
** To introduce more than one core series [[region]] (although in [[Hisui]]'s case, it is the past version of the [[Sinnoh]] region).
** To introduce more than one core series [[region]] (although in [[Hisui]]'s case, it is the past version of the [[Sinnoh]] region).
** To introduce [[regional form]]s for more than one region.
** To introduce [[regional form]]s for more than one region.
** To include a {{2t|Bug|Psychic}} and a {{2t|Psychic|Poison}} Pokémon, with all types now having been paired with Psychic.
** To introduce a {{2t|Bug|Psychic}} and a {{2t|Psychic|Poison}} Pokémon, marking the final types to be paired with Psychic.
** To have [[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl|core series games]] that are not developed by [[Game Freak]].
** To feature ranked battles only in its initial releases.
** To have the [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus|last core series game]] of its generation be released in the same calendar year as the release of the succeeding [[Generation IX|generation]].
** To keep ranked battles exclusive to the flagship games.
** In which [[Looker]] does not appear since his debut.
** In which [[Looker]] does not appear since his debut.
* Generation VIII is the only generation in which:
** To not introduce a new [[Mythical Pokémon]] at the time of its debut.
** The [[game mascot]] does not appear in the title screen.
** To feature games in which the region's [[Pokémon Professor]] does not introduce the world of Pokémon to the {{player}}, a role instead fulfilled by [[Rose]] and [[Arceus (game)|Arceus]].
** The [[region]]'s [[Pokémon Professor]] does not introduce the world of Pokémon to the {{player}}, a role instead fulfilled by [[Rose]].
** To not have any of its newly introduced Pokémon appear in the {{pkmn|anime}} before the generation's start.
** There is more than one [[remake]].
** To feature title screens in core series games that lack the [[game mascot]].
*** A remake of a spin-off game, namely [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX]], was released.
** To not feature a restaurant, [[Sushi High Roller]], since its introduction in [[Generation VI]].
** [[Fossil]] Pokémon that are [[gender unknown]], cannot breed, and are not {{type|Rock}} were introduced.
* This is the first even-numbered generation to not introduce an [[Eeveelution]].
** None of its newly introduced Pokémon appear in the {{pkmn|anime}} before the generation's start.
* This generation is tied with Generations VII and IX for introducing the most Legendary Pokémon, with eleven.
* Generation VIII is the only generation to not introduce:
* This generation contains the shortest gap between game releases in the history of the core series, with 70 days between Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl and Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
** A new [[Mythical Pokémon]] at the time of its debut.
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** An [[Elite Four]] member.
* Generation VIII is the first even-numbered generation to not introduce an [[Eeveelution]].
* Generation VIII has both the longest and shortest gaps between core series games in the same generation.
** At 735 days, the time between Pokémon Sword and Shield and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl is the longest gap between two core series games in the same generation.
** At 70 days, the time between Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl and Pokémon Legends: Arceus is the shortest gap between two core series games in the same generation.
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Generation VIII
Title screen of Pokémon Sword
Debut EN November 15, 2019
JA November 15, 2019
Pokémon 898 (89 new, 664 available)SwSh
898 (493 available)BDSP
905 (7 new; 242 available)LA
Main games Sword and Shield (Expansion Pass)
Legends: Arceus
Region(s) introduced Galar (Isle of Armor, Crown Tundra)
Hisui
Other RPGs Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Contains remakes of Generation IV
Storage games HOME
End EN November 18, 2022 (1099 days)
JA November 18, 2022 (1099 days)

The eighth generation (Japanese: 第八世代 eighth generation) of Pokémon games, commonly referred to by fans as Generation VIII (Japanese: 世代ＶＩＩＩ Generation VIII), is the eighth installment of the Pokémon video game series. The eighth generation began with Pokémon Sword and Shield and then continued with the Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass DLC packs, followed by Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, and concluded with Pokémon Legends: Arceus.

Released after the Let's Go remakes of Pokémon Yellow, Generation VIII is the first generation not to include every previously available Pokémon to obtain, the first generation to include paid DLC in lieu of an additional game, and the first to be released entirely on a home console system, the Nintendo Switch.

History

The eighth generation of Pokémon was announced with the reveal of Pokémon Sword and Shield on February 27, 2019. These games were released worldwide on November 15, 2019.

Since February 11, 2020, players have been able to store their Pokémon and trade with other players in the cloud-based application Pokémon HOME.

On January 9, 2020, the Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass was announced, paid DLC for Pokémon Sword and Shield introducing new content to the games. Its first part, The Isle of Armor, was released on June 17, 2020, while its second part, The Crown Tundra, was released on October 22, 2020. Physical bundles of each game with its expansion pass were announced on September 29, 2020 and released on November 6, 2020.

In Pokémon Presents on February 26, 2021, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, remakes of the Generation IV games Pokémon Diamond and Pearl, were announced, and they were released on November 19, 2021 worldwide. Pokémon Legends: Arceus was also announced during the same Pokémon Presents, and was released on January 28, 2022 worldwide.

Since May 18, 2022, players have been able to store their Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus and trade with other players in Pokémon HOME.

Connectivity

Regarding connectivity with previous generations, users of Pokémon HOME can carry forward their Pokémon from Pokémon Bank, Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!, and GO to the application, allowing for a transfer of Pokémon that originate in core series games as early as Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, as well as the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console releases of the Generation I and II games.

Additionally, it would be the first generation since Generation I to allow Pokémon from future generations to be transferred backwards, supporting transfers to and from Pokémon Scarlet and Violet through Pokémon HOME.

Advances in gameplay

Alterations from Generation VII

Further additions in Sword and Shield updates

Version 1.1.0

Further additions in Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass DLC

The Isle of Armor (Version 1.2.0)

The Crown Tundra (Version 1.3.0)

Further additions in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

  • The reintroduction of Pokémon Super Contests and Ball Capsules.
  • The reintroduction of the Underground, now known as the Grand Underground.
  • The reintroduction of the Union Room as a hub for communication.
  • TMs are once again single-use.
  • Pokémon obtained from a previous or later game that enters a new game now have their moves reset.
  • Eggs now hatch automatically in party order when they all become ready to hatch.

Further additions in Legends: Arceus

Region

Galar

Galar

Main article: Galar

The Galar region was introduced in Pokémon Sword and Shield. This region appears to be a sprawling continent with a wide range of environments.

First partner Pokémon

The first partner Pokémon of the eighth generation, like the first partners of the previous seven regions, follow the Grass-Fire-Water trio, with Grookey the Grass-type, Scorbunny the Fire-type, and Sobble the Water-type.


Grookey
Scorbunny
Sobble
Grass Fire Water
Thwackey Thwackey Raboot Raboot Drizzile Drizzile
Grass Fire Water
Rillaboom Rillaboom Cinderace Cinderace Inteleon Inteleon
Grass Fire Water

Gym Leaders

In Galar, most Gym Leaders are challenged in special stadium-style Gyms built on Power Spots that facilitate the use of Dynamax.

Galar League
Generation VIII Region: Galar
Gym Leader
Japanese 		Location
Japanese 		Type Badge

Milo
ヤロー Yarrow 		Turffield
ターフタウン
Turf Town
Grass
Grass Badge

Nessa
ルリナ Rurina 		Hulbury
バウタウン
Bow Town
Water
Water Badge

Kabu
カブ Kabu 		Motostoke
エンジンシティ
Engine City
Fire
Fire Badge

Bea
サイトウ SaitōSw
Allister
オニオン OnionSh 		Stow-on-Side
ラテラルタウン
Lateral Town
Fighting
Ghost
Fighting Badge
Ghost Badge

Opal
ポプラ Poplar
Bede
ビート Beet 		Ballonlea
アラベスクタウン
Arabesque Town
Fairy
Fairy Badge


Gordie
マクワ MakuwaSw
Melony
メロン MelonSh 		Circhester
キルクスタウン
Circus Town
Rock
Ice
Rock Badge
Ice Badge

Piers
ネズ Nezu
Marnie
マリィ Mary 		Spikemuth
スパイクタウン
Spike Town
Dark
Dark Badge


Raihan
キバナ Kibana 		Hammerlocke
ナックルシティ
Knuckle City
Dragon
Dragon Badge

Sinnoh

Main article: Sinnoh

Sinnoh was featured in Generation VIII in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, which are remakes of the Generation IV games Diamond and Pearl.

First partner Pokémon

The first partner Pokémon featured in the remakes are the same as the original Generation IV titles, following the series' usual Grass/Fire/Water setup. The player is given a choice between Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup.


Turtwig
Chimchar
Piplup
Grass Fire Water
Grotle Grotle Monferno Monferno Prinplup Prinplup
Grass Fire Fighting Water
Torterra Torterra Infernape Infernape Empoleon Empoleon
Grass Ground Fire Fighting Water Steel

Gym Leaders

Sinnoh League
Generation VIII Region: Sinnoh
Gym Leader
Japanese 		Location
Japanese 		Type Badge

Roark
ヒョウタ Hyouta 		Oreburgh City
クロガネシティ
Kurogane City 		Rock
Coal Badge

Gardenia
ナタネ Natane 		Eterna City
ハクタイシティ
Hakutai City 		Grass
Forest Badge

Maylene
スモモ Sumomo 		Veilstone City
トバリシティ
Tobari City 		Fighting
Cobble Badge

Crasher Wake
マキシマム仮面 Maximum Mask 		Pastoria City
ノモセシティ
Nomose City 		Water
Fen Badge

Fantina
メリッサ Melissa 		Hearthome City
ヨスガシティ
Yosuga City 		Ghost
Relic Badge

Byron
トウガン Tougan 		Canalave City
ミオシティ
Mio City 		Steel
Mine Badge

Candice
スズナ Suzuna 		Snowpoint City
キッサキシティ
Kissaki City 		Ice
Icicle Badge

Volkner
デンジ Denzi 		Sunyshore City
ナギサシティ
Nagisa City 		Electric
Beacon Badge

Hisui

Main article: Hisui

Hisui was introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. It is what the Sinnoh region used to be called before gaining its current name.

First partner Pokémon

The first partner Pokémon featured in the game follow the series' usual Grass/Fire/Water setup. The player is given a choice between Rowlet, Cyndaquil, or Oshawott.


Rowlet
Cyndaquil
Oshawott
Grass Flying Fire Water
Dartrix Dartrix Quilava Quilava Dewott Dewott
Grass Flying Fire Water
Decidueye (Hisuian form) Hisuian
Decidueye 		Typhlosion (Hisuian form) Hisuian
Typhlosion 		Samurott (Hisuian form) Hisuian
Samurott
Grass Fighting Fire Ghost Water Dark

Noble Pokémon

The player confronts these noble Pokémon as part of the story of Pokémon Legends: Arceus in order to quell their frenzies. Each victory is rewarded with a Plate.

Location Noble Pokémon Plate Warden
Grandtree Arena
Obsidian Fieldlands
黒曜の原野 Obsidian Fields 		Lord of the Woods

Kleavor
 Bug  Rock 
Insect Plate 		Lian
Lian
キクイ Kikui
Brava Arena
Crimson Mirelands
紅蓮の湿地 Crimson Wetlands 		Lady of the Ridge

Lilligant
 Grass  Fighting 
Meadow Plate 		Arezu
Arezu
ヒナツ Hinatsu
Molten Arena
Cobalt Coastlands
群青の海岸 Ultramarine Coast 		Lord of the Isles

Arcanine
 Fire  Rock 
Flame Plate 		Palina
Palina
ガラナ Garana
Moonview Arena
Coronet Highlands
天冠の山麓 Tengan Foothills 		Lord of the Hollow

Electrode
 Electric  Grass 
Zap Plate 		Melli
Melli
ツバキ Tsubaki
Icepeak Arena
Alabaster Icelands
純白の凍土 Pure White Tundra 		Lord of the Tundra

Avalugg
 Ice  Rock 
Icicle Plate 		Gaeric
Gaeric
ハマレンゲ Hamarenge
  • In the post-game, Calaba acts as Lady Lilligant's warden on Arezu's behalf, as she is working as a hairdresser in Jubilife Village.


Title screens

This section is incomplete.
Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it.
Reason: Japanese SwSh Champion title screens; Japanese BDSP title screens, Japanese LA title screen, Alternate LA Screens

English title screens

Pokémon Sword Pokémon Shield
Pokémon Sword
(After defeating Leon) 		Pokémon Shield
(After defeating Leon)
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond Pokémon Shining Pearl
Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Japanese title screens

Pokémon Sword Pokémon Shield

Trivia

Core series games and DLC
Pokémon games

Core series • Side series • Spin-off series • Pokémon mini • Individual spin-offs • Betas • Demos

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