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Nintendo Pokémon Legends: Arceus 114390 nintendo switch video game

SKU CH-C90A-N36P4 MPN 114390

An action-RPG where you observe, sneak up on, and catch wild Pokémon to complete the first Sinnoh Pokédex

  • Product namePokémon Legends: Arceus
  • ESRB age ratingRP - Rating Pending
  • Game genreRPG
  • Key featuresAction meets RPG as the Pokémon series reaches a new frontie
  • New action-RPG gameplay blends exploration with real-time catching
  • Build the first Pokédex in a historical Sinnoh region
  • Sneak, observe and throw Poké Balls to catch wild Pokémon directly
  • Seamlessly enter battles by tossing ally Pokémon near targets
  • Launches on Nintendo Switch 28 January 2022

A New Frontier for Pokémon RPGs

Pokémon Legends: Arceus blends action and exploration with traditional role-playing mechanics on Nintendo Switch. You travel to the ancient Sinnoh region to complete the first Pokédex. Game Freak designed a gameplay loop focused on observing wild Pokémon behavior, sneaking up, and throwing Poké Balls directly. Ally Pokémon can also battle wild targets seamlessly.

Solo Play on a Handheld Console

The cartridge runs on Nintendo Switch hardware without additional peripherals or online subscriptions for the core experience. Power draw and thermals follow the console's standard operating envelope during handheld or docked sessions. No specific cooling requirements or noise profiles apply to this software title beyond the host system's normal operation.

Upgrade from Turn-Based Titles

Players accustomed to classic turn-based Pokémon entries will find a shift toward real-time movement, stealth catches, and open-area survey missions. The jump is worth it if you want action-oriented exploration and a historical Sinnoh setting without the structure of Gyms or a League. It does not suit buyers who want traditional competitive battling facilities or multiplayer trading as a primary focus.

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Price $45.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 191 comparable items (median $36.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNintendo
Model name114390
Product namePokémon Legends: Arceus
Size & build
Shipping weight0.20 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 10 mm
Software
ESRB age ratingRP - Rating Pending
Game genreRPG

Questions about this item

How do I install Pokémon Legends: Arceus on my Nintendo Switch, and what step do people often miss?

Insert the game card into the console slot with the label facing up until it clicks, then select the icon on the HOME Menu; the step people miss is checking for a software update before starting.

What maintenance or replacement will the game card need later?

The card uses non-volatile memory with no battery, so no internal maintenance is required; keep contacts clean and store in the case to avoid read errors.

What limit appears first during long play sessions?

The Nintendo Switch battery life becomes the limiting factor, typically lasting between four and nine hours depending on the console model and screen brightness.

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