Wednesday: Pokémon - Switch Game Updates
18-03-2020 02:55 GMT / 22:55 EDT by Serebii
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Last Update: 18:31 GMT
Edit @ 08:04: Pokémon Masters | Edit @ 12:03: Pokémon GO Safari Zone
In The Games Department
Pokémon Sword & Shield
Some new updates have gone live for Nintendo Switch Pokémon software. First Pokémon Sword & Shield has received a new update bringing the game to Version 1.1.1. This update provides various undisclosed bug fixes including one which causes the game to crash if someone sends you a hacked Pokémon. We're currently working out what it fixes
Next, Pokémon HOME has updated to Version 1.0.1, also fixing various undisclosed issues
Finally Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX has been updated to Version 1.0.2, fixing an error that causes the game to have problems when you dismiss Pokémon after your first two Pokémon have fainted
In The Games Department
Pokémon GO
It has been confirmed that, due to the current global public health concerns, the Pokémon GO Safari Zone in Liverpool next month and Philadelphia in May are to be postponed indefinitely. Players will be able to request a refund before April 15th for Liverpool and May 6th for Philadelphia. If you don't get a refund, you will get Safari Zone encounter and Special Research globally during the event hours. They are currently looking at later dates for the event.
Edit @ 18:31: It is confirmed that players who purchased a Safari Zone City Explorer Pass will have increased Lure and Incense duration and reduced Egg Hatch Distance will be active during both original and rescheduled event weekends
In The Games Department
Pokémon Masters
The next Spotlight Scout has been officially announced for Pokémon Masters. This gives the ability to get the Sync pair of Fantina & Mismagius. It is expected to arrive in a few days
