'Pokémon Sword' and 'Shield' Trailer Showcases New Gigantamax Feature
It’s this generation’s version of Mega Evolutions.
The latest trailer for Pokémon Sword and Shield showcases the upcoming Nintendo Switch title’s new Gigantamax feature alongside some new creatures to the franchise.
The electric-type Corgi Yamper makes its official introduction alongside a new rock-type Rolycoly and Duraludon, a steel/dragon-type, to name a few.
Gigantamaxing aptly turns Pokémon powerfully gigantic; like Dynomaxing, but the new feature also vastly changes their appearance like Mega Evolutions in previous games. It also allows them to utilize G-Max techniques that are unique to each monster. Corviknight transforms into a giant bird with red streaks, Drednaw turns into a turtle with a larger shell, etc. Gigantamax Pokémon will be able to be captured during specific Max Radi battles, although the title website notes they will be difficult to find.
Pokémon Sword and Shield arrives November 15 for the Nintendo Switch.
In other gaming news, a new retrospective on the legendary SEGA Dreamcast has surfaced.
🚨 New Pokémon Discovered! 🚨
Meet Yamper, the Puppy Pokémon! Yamper is drawn to things that are moving quickly. It can chase people and Pokémon—or even vehicles!
Some of you may have encountered this Pokémon already… https://t.co/y1Nc3RCJpb#PokemonSwordShield pic.twitter.com/C3vmVdOfKj
— Pokémon (@Pokemon) July 8, 2019
Certain towns will have different Gyms that you can challenge depending on whether you’re playing Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield!
In Pokémon Sword, you’ll face Bea.
In Pokémon Shield, you can challenge Allister.#PokemonSwordShield pic.twitter.com/Stu6w5iS0E
— Pokémon (@Pokemon) July 8, 2019
