How To Get Shiny Keldeo & Shiny Meltan in Pokemon Home

Shiny Keldeo and Meltan are now available in Pokémon Home (version 3.2.2 and later), but obtaining them requires completing specific tasks. While challenging, acquiring Shiny Keldeo is particularly rewarding, as it was previously unobtainable legitimately and Shiny-locked. Once acquired, both Shiny Keldeo and Shiny Meltan can be transferred to other compatible Pokémon games linked to your Home account.

Claiming Shiny Keldeo in Pokémon Home

To obtain Shiny Keldeo, you must complete the Galar Pokédex in Pokémon Sword & Shield, including entries from the Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra DLCs. Crucially, all Pokémon must possess the Galar origin mark, indicating they originated from Sword & Shield or its DLC. Simply completing the Pokédexes in Sword & Shield itself is insufficient. The Galar mark is a slanted Poké Ball logo above each Pokémon's stats. There's no deadline for claiming Shiny Keldeo.

After completing the Pokédex, select "Mystery Gift" from the main menu (accessed via the three-line menu icon).

Claiming Shiny Meltan in Pokémon Home

Similarly, acquiring Shiny Meltan requires completing the Kanto Pokédex in Pokémon Home using Pokémon from Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee. These Pokémon must have the Let's Go marker (a Pikachu silhouette above their stats). Upon completion, claim Shiny Meltan via the "Mystery Gift" option. Like Keldeo, there's no deadline.

Troubleshooting Pokédex Registration Issues

Some mobile users experience Pokédex registration problems. To resolve this, clear your Pokémon Home app cache:

1. Open the app and select the three-line menu icon in the top-right corner of the title screen.
2. Choose "Clear Cache."
3. Confirm by tapping "OK."

This should resolve registration issues without deleting your data.

Now that you know how to obtain Shiny Keldeo and Shiny Meltan, explore other Pokémon adventures!