How to Unlock Hidden Abilities in Pokémon Sword and Shield

Learn how to unlock Hidden Abilities in Pokémon using Ability Capsules, Ability Patches, and Max Raid Battles in Sword and Shield.

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To unlock Hidden Abilities in Pokemon games, you typically need to use the Ability Capsule or Ability Patch, obtainable through special events or purchased via in-game currencies in the Battle Tower or similar locations. Additionally, Pokémon from Max Raid Battles in Pokémon Sword and Shield often have Hidden Abilities.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is a Hidden Ability in Pokémon? A Hidden Ability is a special, often more powerful or unique ability available to certain Pokémon that they normally can't have without special methods.
  2. How do I get an Ability Capsule or Ability Patch? Ability Capsules and Ability Patches can be obtained through special in-game events, purchased with currencies earned in locations like the Battle Tower, or received from certain quests.
  3. Can all Pokémon have Hidden Abilities? Not all Pokémon have Hidden Abilities, but many species do. Check specific Pokémon to see if a Hidden Ability is available.
  4. Do Max Raid Battles guarantee Pokémon with Hidden Abilities? Pokémon caught in Max Raid Battles in Pokémon Sword and Shield have a higher chance of having Hidden Abilities but it is not guaranteed every time.