Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Version 1.3.0: What’s Included

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl version 1.3.0 was released on March 15, 2022. It added an event related to Pokémon Legends: Arceus, online trading at the Global Wonder Station (GWS) in Jubilife City, and unspecified issue fixes. Nintendo’s update notice also says the update is needed to use the games’ internet features.

What does version 1.3.0 add?

A Pokémon Legends: Arceus-related event

The update enables an event for players whose Nintendo Switch system has Pokémon Legends: Arceus save data that meets the event requirements. Nintendo’s update history does not list the specific save-data thresholds, so check Nintendo’s update and event guidance for the applicable instructions.

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Online trading at the GWS

Version 1.3.0 adds online Pokémon trading at the Global Wonder Station in Jubilife City. A paid Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for online trading there.

General issue fixes

Nintendo says the update fixed some issues to make gameplay more pleasant, but its version 1.3.0 notice does not identify the specific fixes.

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How to update the games

Nintendo’s update page covers Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model. Apply the latest update to use the games’ internet features. The notice says save data remains usable after updating.

For the full update procedure, follow Nintendo’s How to Update Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl support page. Its displayed version 1.3.0 release date is March 15, 2022.

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How to check the installed version

Nintendo says the installed software version appears on the games’ title screen. For local wireless play, both players must use the same software version. Nintendo’s support page provides the version-check and update guidance.

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• Explore the Grand Underground to dig up items and Pokémon Fossils, build a Secret Base, and more!
• Test your style and rhythm in a Super Contest Show
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