Pokémon X and Y players in North America can now participate in an exclusive Heracross and Pinsir distribution event on the Nintendo 3DS.
This limited-time event enables fans to receive a Level 50 Heracross in Pokémon X or a Level 50 Pinsir in Pokémon Y, downloadable directly through the Nintendo Network.
The event—initially leaked by an early National Geographic magazine feature—runs from August 13 to September 17, 2014, giving dedicated trainers a chance to expand their collections with these powerful Pokémon. The distribution is exclusive by game title: owners of Pokémon X receive Heracross while those with Pokémon Y can obtain Pinsir.
Both Pokémon arrive at level 50, making them valuable additions for trainers seeking strong battlers.
Following this, Mega Evolution enthusiasts can secure matching Mega Stones for their event Pokémon.
Heracronite, required for Heracross’s Mega Evolution, and Pinsirite, needed for Pinsir’s transformation, will be distributed via unique serial codes at GameStop locations across the United States between August 18 and August 31, 2014. Participating in this Pokémon distribution event is straightforward.
Players must launch their copy of Pokémon X or Y on a Nintendo 3DS and select the 'Mystery Gift' option from the main menu.
From there, choosing 'Receive Gift' and then 'Get by Internet' will prompt the system to search for available gifts.
Once the Mystery Gift is located, players can confirm the download and later collect the Pokémon from the in-game Pokémon Center by speaking to the dedicated delivery girl. Nintendo has a rich history of engaging its fanbase through such special events, and this exclusive Heracross and Pinsir distribution for Pokémon X and Y continues the tradition.
GameStop’s partnership for the Mega Stone codes further incentivizes players to visit retail outlets, blending digital content with physical distribution in the North American market. Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, launched worldwide in October 2013 for the Nintendo 3DS, introducing Mega Evolution and new regional Pokémon to millions of fans.
The games quickly achieved commercial success, shipping over 16 million copies globally as of 2024.
This ongoing support with event Pokémon and exclusive items underscores Nintendo’s commitment to keeping the player community active and engaged on the Nintendo 3DS platform.
This limited-time event enables fans to receive a Level 50 Heracross in Pokémon X or a Level 50 Pinsir in Pokémon Y, downloadable directly through the Nintendo Network.
The event—initially leaked by an early National Geographic magazine feature—runs from August 13 to September 17, 2014, giving dedicated trainers a chance to expand their collections with these powerful Pokémon. The distribution is exclusive by game title: owners of Pokémon X receive Heracross while those with Pokémon Y can obtain Pinsir.
Both Pokémon arrive at level 50, making them valuable additions for trainers seeking strong battlers.
Following this, Mega Evolution enthusiasts can secure matching Mega Stones for their event Pokémon.
Heracronite, required for Heracross’s Mega Evolution, and Pinsirite, needed for Pinsir’s transformation, will be distributed via unique serial codes at GameStop locations across the United States between August 18 and August 31, 2014. Participating in this Pokémon distribution event is straightforward.
Players must launch their copy of Pokémon X or Y on a Nintendo 3DS and select the 'Mystery Gift' option from the main menu.
From there, choosing 'Receive Gift' and then 'Get by Internet' will prompt the system to search for available gifts.
Once the Mystery Gift is located, players can confirm the download and later collect the Pokémon from the in-game Pokémon Center by speaking to the dedicated delivery girl. Nintendo has a rich history of engaging its fanbase through such special events, and this exclusive Heracross and Pinsir distribution for Pokémon X and Y continues the tradition.
GameStop’s partnership for the Mega Stone codes further incentivizes players to visit retail outlets, blending digital content with physical distribution in the North American market. Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company, launched worldwide in October 2013 for the Nintendo 3DS, introducing Mega Evolution and new regional Pokémon to millions of fans.
The games quickly achieved commercial success, shipping over 16 million copies globally as of 2024.
This ongoing support with event Pokémon and exclusive items underscores Nintendo’s commitment to keeping the player community active and engaged on the Nintendo 3DS platform.
