Many People that are playing the game right now were in the group that pre-ordered the game. If you preordered Legends Arceus, depending on where you bought it from, you should have received a bonus. Some of these are physical but most are digital. If you have a digital preorder bonus, you should’ve received an email with a redemption code or it would have came with your receipt. Here’s how to redeem those bonus codes!
Where to Redeem Mystery Gifts
You can redeem bonus codes with the Mystery Gifts feature in the menu. Some people are having trouble locating Mystery Gifts or where to claim pre-order bonus codes. This is because first you’ll need to be connected to the internet and you may need a Nintendo Switch Online membership. You’ll also need to play the game for an hour or so to unlock this feature. After you’ve passed your trial, you should be able to claim codes. Once you’ve got those covered, follow these steps to redeem your bonuses!
- Launch Pokemon Legends Arceus
- Open menu by pressing the up button
- Navigate to Communications
- Select Mystery Gifts
- Enter your redemption code
You also want to make sure you save your game after you’ve claimed your bonus to make sure you don’t lose it.
When Do Codes Expire
It depends on which bonus you get. Some don’t expire but some do so make sure to claim them within the possible time frame. To find when your code expires, look in the email or message where you received the code. If it doesn’t list an expiration date, odds are it doesn’t expire.
How to Claim Free Baneful Fox Mask
If you’ve preordered Pokemon Legends Arceus or purchased the game before May 9th, 2022, you’ll be able to claim some free items. These unlockable items are the Growlithe Kimono Set and the Baneful Fox Mask. The mask resembles the new Pokemon, Hisuian Zoroark. Follow the steps below to claim your Baneful Fox Mask and Growlithe Kimono Set.
- Purchase the game before May 9th, 2022
- Go to Mystery Gifts
- Select Get via Internet
- Download your gift
How to Claim Sword and Shield Bonus
If you have save data on your Nintendo Account from Pokemon: Sword & Shield, you’ll be able to get the Shaymin Kimono set of clothing. This is available once you’ve joined the Galaxy Expidition Team and can roam around Jubilife Village. In the Village you’ll find a lady dressed in purple named Anthe. When you talk to her, you can claim your Shaymin Kimono set bonus!
