Which games can I duplicate Pokémon in, and what's the easiest way to do it in each game?

I want to duplicate Pokémon (Gen 6 specifically) What’s the easiest way?

Pleaselog inorregisterto add a comment.

Because your question asks about Generation VI specifically, it’s what I’m going into the most detail about. Other methods for other generations will be touched upon briefly, but you’ll find more information on Bulbapedia.

Generation VIThe easiest way to clone Pokemon in Generation VI is to interrupt a link trade. Please note that “easiest” doesn’t mean “easy” – the process is inconsistent and will often result in failure. It won’t, however, cause any damage to your console or save file if done improperly.

You will need:

Once you see the blue “Communicating…” screen, start a timer. After 4.5 seconds, power off the console that traded the Pokemon you want to clone, then turn off the other one. Turn them back on to check if the cloning worked; if not, repeat until it does. This is the only method that doesn’t require external hardware.

Other generationsGenerations I and II share four cloning methods:

Generation III - Emerald only:

Generation IV:

Generations IV and V:

Generation VIII - Sword and Shield only:

Generation IX

Cloning glitches (Bulbapedia)Cloning Pokemon in Gen VI (GBAtemp)

I don’t think I can recommend illegally modifying your products, but I can tell you that Homebrewing is incredibly simple and will allow cloning much more easily. You definitely shouldn’t check out 3ds.hacks.guide if you want to learn more about this efficient process.