How to Transfer Pokémon from DS to Switch in 2024: A Complete Guide

Learn how to transfer Pokémon from DS to Switch easily using Pokémon Bank and Home in 2024.

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Yes, you can transfer Pokémon from DS to Switch through Pokémon Bank and Pokémon Home. First, use Pokémon Bank on your DS to transfer Pokémon to Pokémon Home. Then, you can access your Pokémon in Pokémon Home on your Switch. Ensure you have active subscriptions for both services to complete the transfer.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I transfer Pokémon from DS to Switch? To transfer Pokémon from DS to Switch, you need to use Pokémon Bank on your DS to move your Pokémon to Pokémon Home. Then, access Pokémon Home on your Switch to retrieve your Pokémon.
  2. Do I need a subscription to use Pokémon Bank and Pokémon Home? Yes, an active subscription is required for both Pokémon Bank and Pokémon Home to transfer Pokémon successfully.
  3. Is it possible to transfer Pokémon directly from DS to Switch? No, you cannot transfer Pokémon directly; you must first use Pokémon Bank to move Pokémon to Pokémon Home before accessing them on the Switch.
  4. What if I don't have Pokémon Bank? If you don't have Pokémon Bank, you'll need to create an account and subscribe to the service in order to transfer your Pokémon from DS to Pokémon Home.