Struck with grief, a distraught Pokémon player laments the loss of over 1,000 hours of gameplay and 20 years of accumulated data after an unsuccessful system transfer to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Warning for Pokémon fans transferring data to the Nintendo Switch 2: A player recently reported losing over 1,000 hours of gameplay and 20 years of progress in Pokémon Scarlet after transferring their data to the new console due to a mysterious issue that left their save file vacant.
Users like ThatOtaku26 (via IGN) claim that after carrying out the transfer process, their Scarlet save file vanished. Other players have shared similar experiences, with one Redditor, Grouchy-Cress-215, commenting, "Tears were shed."
Due to this unsettling situation, it's essential for Pokémon enthusiasts to be cautious before starting the transfer process. One effective precaution is backing up your data via the Pokémon Home app before initiating the transfer. According to multiple users in the thread, such preparation can spare the tragedy of losing treasured Pokémon.
For instance, the user TheJannikku commented, "If I get Switch 2 in the future, I will first transfer all my Pokémon to Home before data transferring. I can't imagine how I would if that happened to me."
While dealing with this predicament, one user lamented the disappearance of various game saves, including titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, and more. Others have warned about similar concerns with games like Super Mario Odyssey and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
All in all, backing up your data is the key to ensuring that you don't miss out on a chance to revisit your favorite Pokémon and other games when playing on the new Nintendo Switch 2. Stay alert, safeguard your progress, and keep those beloved monsters close at heart.
BONUS TIP: Consider taking the extra step of manually backing up your Nintendo Switch using the cloud back-up feature (available with Nintendo Switch Online membership) for your other game saves. This measure can help protect your progress across all games in case something unexpected occurs during the transfer process.
Fun Fact:
Did you know that the Pokémon franchise originated in Japan in 1996 and has since evolved into a global phenomenon, capturing the hearts of millions with its distinctive creatures and engaging gameplay? The first games, Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green, were released exclusively in Japan, before expanding to other regions. Today, over 900 unique Pokémon species have been discovered, with new generations still being introduced.
- It's crucial for gamers, particularly those fond of titles like 'Pokémon Scarlet' and 'Super Mario Odyssey', to back up their game data using the Pokémon Home app and the cloud back-up feature (available with Nintendo Switch Online membership), to prevent losing progress and gadgets such as saved game files.
- In the midst of transferring data to the Nintendo Switch 2, many players have reported losing their game progress and precious gadgets, including save files for games like 'Tears of the Kingdom' and 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild'. To avoid such incidents, backing up data is recommended.
