With the latest update to version 3.2.2 of *Pokemon Home*, players now have the exciting opportunity to add Shiny Keldeo and Shiny Meltan to their collections. However, to unlock these rare Pokémon, you'll need to complete specific tasks within the game.
Securing Shiny Keldeo is a thrilling prospect, especially since this Legendary Pokémon was previously Shiny-locked and couldn't be obtained legitimately. Once you've successfully added these Shiny Pokémon to your *Pokemon Home* account, you can transfer them to other connected *Pokemon* games for even more enjoyment.
How To Get Shiny Keldeo in Pokemon Home
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To obtain Shiny Keldeo in *Pokemon Home*, you must fully complete the Galar Pokedex. This involves registering all Pokémon from *Sword & Shield*, as well as those from the Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra DLCs in their respective Pokedexes within the game.
Once your Pokedex is complete, you can claim your Shiny Keldeo by navigating to the "Mystery Gift" option in the main menu. Access this by selecting the three-line menu icon, which brings up the list of game options.
Remember, only Pokémon with the Galar origin mark, indicated by a slanted PokeBall logo above their stat screen, will count towards completing these Pokedexes. This mark signifies that the Pokémon originated from *Sword & Shield* or its DLCs. Completing the Pokedexes in *Sword & Shield* alone won't suffice.
Fortunately, there's no rush to claim Shiny Keldeo, as there's no deadline to worry about.
How To Get Shiny Meltan in Pokemon Home
Similarly, to unlock Shiny Meltan in *Pokemon Home*, you need to complete the Kanto Pokedex using Pokémon from *Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee*. These Pokémon must bear the Let's Go marker, represented by a Pikachu silhouette above their stat screen.
Once your Kanto Pokedex is fully registered in *Pokemon Home*, you can claim your Shiny Meltan through the Mystery Gift option in the main menu.
Like Shiny Keldeo, there's no time limit to unlock and claim Shiny Meltan.
Why Is Pokemon Home Not Registering My Pokedex?
Some *Pokemon Home* users on mobile devices have encountered issues where their Pokémon aren't registering in the Pokedex due to data problems. This can be easily resolved by clearing your app's cache.
Follow these steps to ensure your Pokedex registers your Pokémon correctly:
- Open the *Pokemon Home* app and select the "Menu" icon (three lines within a circle) at the top-right of the title screen.
- Choose "Clear Cache."
- Confirm with "OK" when prompted that "None of the data you're currently using will be deleted."
- You'll see a message confirming "Cache successfully cleared!"
After clearing the cache, your Pokedex should correctly register your Pokémon.
Now that you're equipped with the knowledge to unlock Shiny Keldeo and Shiny Meltan in *Pokemon Home*, why not explore more about defeating Mega Tyranitar in *Pokemon GO* or take advantage of the latest *Pokemon GO* promo codes for additional rewards?
