Introduction
Nintendo players can expect a limited-time Pokémon event that introduces Sableye and a gemstone-hunting mini-event.
Managed by The Pokémon Company and available for compatible Pokémon titles on the Nintendo Switch platform, the event runs from April 29 at 5:00 a.m. until May 14 at 4:59 a.m. local time.
The promotion lets players befriend Sableye, collect red crystal fragments, and trade those fragments for themed furniture and building kits at the in-game Pokémon Center.
Event overview (Dates and availability)
- Event window: April 29 at 5:00 a.m. to May 14 at 4:59 a.m. local time.
- Availability: The event occurs only in towns where the in-game Pokémon Center has been repaired and will not appear on Cloud Island.
Any Pokémon befriended through the event will remain in town after the event ends.
How to play (step-by-step)
1.
Befriend Sableye: Locate Sableye near the Pokémon Center and speak with it to befriend the Pokémon.
In journalistic terms: Sableye, identified as the Darkness-type Pokémon, will appear in town locations during the event period and can be added to a player’s roster by interacting with it at the Pokémon Center.
2.
Collect red crystal fragments: Interact with a doll object to have Drifloon transport you to a Dream Island instance.
Explore the Dream Island and gather red crystal fragments, which are unique to this event.
3.
Trade fragments for items: Return to the Pokémon Center to exchange collected red crystal fragments for items including furniture and building kits inspired by gemstone hunting.
Notable notes for players
- Persistence: Pokémon obtained through this event are retained in the town after the promotion concludes.
- Location restriction: The event will not trigger on Cloud Island and requires the town’s Pokémon Center to be repaired for participation.
- Online requirements: Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and a Nintendo Account are required for online features.
Memberships auto-renew at the then-current price unless canceled, and availability varies by country.
Internet access is required for online features; see nintendo.com/purchase-terms/ for terms.
Conclusion
This Sableye event offers a short, collectible-focused experience for Pokémon players on Nintendo Switch, combining new Pokémon befriending with limited-time currency and themed rewards.
Players should mark the April 29–May 14 window and ensure their Pokémon Center is repaired to participate.
Nintendo players can expect a limited-time Pokémon event that introduces Sableye and a gemstone-hunting mini-event.
Managed by The Pokémon Company and available for compatible Pokémon titles on the Nintendo Switch platform, the event runs from April 29 at 5:00 a.m. until May 14 at 4:59 a.m. local time.
The promotion lets players befriend Sableye, collect red crystal fragments, and trade those fragments for themed furniture and building kits at the in-game Pokémon Center.
Event overview (Dates and availability)
- Event window: April 29 at 5:00 a.m. to May 14 at 4:59 a.m. local time.
- Availability: The event occurs only in towns where the in-game Pokémon Center has been repaired and will not appear on Cloud Island.
Any Pokémon befriended through the event will remain in town after the event ends.
How to play (step-by-step)
1.
Befriend Sableye: Locate Sableye near the Pokémon Center and speak with it to befriend the Pokémon.
In journalistic terms: Sableye, identified as the Darkness-type Pokémon, will appear in town locations during the event period and can be added to a player’s roster by interacting with it at the Pokémon Center.
2.
Collect red crystal fragments: Interact with a doll object to have Drifloon transport you to a Dream Island instance.
Explore the Dream Island and gather red crystal fragments, which are unique to this event.
3.
Trade fragments for items: Return to the Pokémon Center to exchange collected red crystal fragments for items including furniture and building kits inspired by gemstone hunting.
Notable notes for players
- Persistence: Pokémon obtained through this event are retained in the town after the promotion concludes.
- Location restriction: The event will not trigger on Cloud Island and requires the town’s Pokémon Center to be repaired for participation.
- Online requirements: Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and a Nintendo Account are required for online features.
Memberships auto-renew at the then-current price unless canceled, and availability varies by country.
Internet access is required for online features; see nintendo.com/purchase-terms/ for terms.
Conclusion
This Sableye event offers a short, collectible-focused experience for Pokémon players on Nintendo Switch, combining new Pokémon befriending with limited-time currency and themed rewards.
Players should mark the April 29–May 14 window and ensure their Pokémon Center is repaired to participate.