Pokémon Sword – Nintendo Switch – Overview Prepare for greatness in Pokémon Sword for the Nintendo Switch! A new generation of Pokémon is coming, prepare yourself and embark on a new journey in the new Galar region! A whole new Pokémon RPG adventure awaits in Pokémon Sword. In this all new adventure, you’ll encounter new and familiar Pokémon as you catch, battle, and trade Pokémon while exploring new areas and uncovering an all-new story. Get ready to discover Galar, an expansive region with diverse environments, from a peaceful countryside and contemporary cities to a thick forest and snow-covered mountains. The people and Pokémon who live here work together closely to develop the industries within it.