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title: "Pokemon Sword/Shield – Version 1.2.0 – Returning Pokemon and more"
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description: "Besides the Isle Of Armor expansion, Pokemon Sword and Shield where updated to Version 1.2.0, adding a few new features to the games."
author: "Patrick Dankers"
published at: "2020-06-21 18:43:32"
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Pokemon Sword/Shield - Version 1.2.0 - Returning Pokemon and more | Nintendo Switch News | NintendoReporters

 [![Pokemon Sword/Shield – Version 1.2.0 – Returning Pokemon and more](https://www.nintendoreporters.com/storage/files/pokemon-swordshield-version-120-returning-pokemon-and-more.jpg "Pokemon Sword/Shield – Version 1.2.0 – Returning Pokemon and more")](https://www.nintendoreporters.com/storage/files/pokemon-swordshield-version-120-returning-pokemon-and-more.jpg)Besides the Isle Of Armor expansion, Pokemon Sword and Shield where updated to Version 1.2.0, adding a few new features to the games. The update includes the addition of new returning Pokemon, the ability to fight them in Raids, longer link codes, and more.

## [](#1-2-0-patch-notes)1.2.0. Patch notes

- Part 1, The Isle of Armor, has been released as downloadable content
    - Customers who have purchased an Expansion Pass can now enjoy adventures on the Isle of Armor.
- Additional Pokémon now appear
    - Even without purchasing an Expansion Pass, customers can use network connections to play and have additional Pokémon appear.
- Link Codes are now 8-digits long
    - Link Codes used in the Y-Comm or set for Max Raid Battles are now 8 digits instead of 4.
- Battle regulation marks
    - Pokémon carried over from other regions via Pokémon HOME can now participate in online competitions and ranked battles. A battle regulation mark can be replaced on the Pokémon at the Battle Tower in order to participate in online competitions and ranked battles.
- Addressed issue with online battles
    - We’ve fixed an issue with online battles where the battle results could be arbitrarily invalidated.
- Additional updated content
    - In addition, various issues were addressed to create a more enjoyable gaming experience.

Are you enjoying the Expansion Pass or are you still holding off on it?

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