Pokémon Home Maintenance Scheduled for Thursday
Pokémon Home, the cloud-based service for Pokémon trainers, is set to undergo maintenance this Thursday. The maintenance is expected to affect the mobile and Nintendo Switch versions of the app.
The downtime will commence at 11 p.m. UTC (4 p.m. PT) and is projected to last for approximately seven hours. During this period, trainers will not be able to access Pokémon Home, so it’s advisable to plan trading and transfer activities accordingly.
Trainers who attempt to log in during the maintenance window will receive an error message stating, “The server is currently undergoing maintenance. Please try again later.”
It is important for trainers to note that Pokémon Sword and Shield, as well as Pokémon Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee!, will remain unaffected by this maintenance.
The Pokémon Company also clarified that this maintenance is not related to any specific updates or patches. It is a routine procedure performed to ensure optimal performance and stability of the Pokémon Home service.
Trainers are advised to follow Pokémon Home’s official Twitter account for any updates or changes to the scheduled maintenance. Transitioning activities should be scheduled accordingly to minimize disruptions caused by the downtime.
What to Expect During Maintenance
During the maintenance period, trainers will not be able to access Pokémon Home on their mobile devices or Nintendo Switch. This means no transferring or trading of Pokémon will be possible until the maintenance concludes.
Alternative Options
For trainers in need of performing trades or transfers during the maintenance period, there are alternative platforms available. Pokémon Bank, a previous cloud-based service, can be utilized as an alternative option until Pokémon Home is back online. Trainers can transfer their Pokémon to Pokémon Bank if they have a subscription to the service.
Another option is to use in-game trade features available in Pokémon Sword and Shield or Pokémon Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! These games allow trainers to trade Pokémon within their respective game environments.
Conclusion
Pokémon Home maintenance is scheduled for Thursday, with a projected downtime of approximately seven hours. Trainers are advised to plan their trading and transferring activities accordingly and explore alternative options such as using Pokémon Bank or in-game trading. Stay updated by following Pokémon Home’s official Twitter account for any changes or updates regarding the maintenance.