Screenshot from Pokemon Legends Arceus

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Pokemon Legends: Arceus is the biggest shakeup to the traditional Pokemon formula in years. With a more ambitious design, Pokemon fans are probably wondering where they should pre-order the game ahead of its January 28, 2022 release. Our guide covers every retailer'south unique pre-order bonus besides equally general bonuses for all early purchases.

General early purchase bonus

Players that buy Pokemon Legends: Arceus earlier May x, 2022 will be able to greenbacks in the Hisuian Growlithe Kimono costume set and the Baneful Fox Mask.

These bonuses are acquirable through the Mystery Gifts feature that opens upwardly about two hours into the game. An internet connection is needed to claim these bonuses, just a Nintendo Switch Online membership isn't required.

Nintendo eShop

Whatever digital Nintendo eShop purchase prior to May ten, 2022 lets you redeem xxx Heavy Balls in-game. While the code can only be claimed up until May 9, it is valid until May 16. This code can only exist used once.

Gamestop

Gamestop pre-orders include iii art cards featuring artwork of the game'due south region, some Pokemon, and a few man characters.

Amazon

Amazon pre-orders come with an exclusive in-game Garchomp Kimono costume prepare. As with typical Amazon rewards, the codes are sent to your Amazon account inbox.

Pokemon Centre

Pokemon Center pre-orders come with an sectional Arceus plushie. Note that this plushie may be delivered separately from the game.

Those are all the Pokemon Legends: Arceus pre-lodge bonuses. None of the other retailers, such as Best Buy or Target, offering any additional goodies.