The Poké Ball Plus won't work as a controller in Sword and ShieldBest answer: Yes, you'll be able to house one Pokémon at a time from Sword or Shield in the Poké Ball Plus and take it on walks. However, the Poké Ball Plus won't work as a controller for the new games.
Blue Sword: Pokémon Sword ($60 pre-order at Amazon)
Red Shield: Pokémon Shield ($60 pre-order at Amazon)
The Poké Ball: Poké Ball Plus ($45 at Amazon)
What is the Poké Ball Plus?
The Poké Ball Plus is a Poké Ball-shaped controller that released with Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! In those games, the ball takes the place of your Joy-Con allowing you to flick your wrist to capture in-game Pokémon. You can also place one of your in-game Pokémon into the Poké Ball Plus and take it with you. The ball lights up, makes sounds, and vibrates giving the illusion that a Pokémon is inside.
How will the Poké Ball Plus work with Sword and Shield?
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The Poké Ball Plus won't work as a controller in Sword and Shield