{"product_id":"pokemon-sword-nintendo-switch-n19","title":"Pokémon Sword","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rgm-v3-summary\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-v3-lead\"\u003eA journey through the Galar region combines traditional routes and Gyms with the broad Wild Area and stadium-scale battles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Pokémon journey shaped by the Galar region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePokémon Sword follows a new Trainer from a small Galar town toward stadium-scale Gym challenges and the Champion Cup. Grookey, Scorbunny, and Sobble form the opening partner choice, while towns, routes, mines, forests, and industrial cities build the region's British-inspired identity. The journey keeps traditional team building and turn-based battles while presenting major matches as public sporting events.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Wild Area opens team building between cities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wild Area connects several destinations through broad fields with visible Pokémon, changing weather, fishing spots, and raid dens. Species availability can shift with conditions, giving return visits a practical purpose. Dynamax enlarges a Pokémon for three turns during supported battles and transforms its moves, while Max Raid Battles let multiple Trainers face a powerful wild opponent. Those systems give exploration and multiplayer a shared center.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSword carries its own version identity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePokémon Sword has version-specific species and the legendary Zacian, distinguishing its collection path from Pokémon Shield. Trading helps bridge those differences, while online features require Nintendo Switch Online. The US physical cartridge runs in Nintendo Switch TV, tabletop, and handheld play. It is a straightforward choice for players who want the Galar story, Wild Area, and Sword-specific roster on a game card.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:details --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-facts\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGame facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlatform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNintendo Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical US edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGenres\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRole playing, Simulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlay modes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlayer support\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 on one system; 2 to 4 local wireless; 1 to 4 online\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRelease date\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2019-11-15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v3-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about Pokémon Sword\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich system is Pokémon Sword made for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003ePokémon Sword is the physical US edition for Nintendo Switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the main gameplay hook in Pokémon Sword?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild a team from Pokémon found across the Galar region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich second mechanic shapes Pokémon Sword?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the Wild Area with changing habitats and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat additional activity or feature stands out?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Dynamax during supported major battles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Nintendo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52396142526760,"sku":null,"price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9263\/2616\/files\/rgm-catalog-pokemon-sword-nintendo-switch-n19-01-primary-white.jpg?v=1789621746","url":"https:\/\/www.rgmretrogames.com\/products\/pokemon-sword-nintendo-switch-n19","provider":"RGM Retro Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}