PKHeX’s hallmark feature—the legality checker—received updates to validate Gen 9 Pokémon against known encounter data from the first two months of SV, including:
Released just before Christmas 2022, this version arrived at a critical juncture in the Pokémon franchise—bridging the gap between Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl (BDSP), Pokémon Legends: Arceus , and the then-recently released Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (SV). But why does this specific build still matter? Let’s break down its features, compatibility, installation, and lasting legacy. pkhex 22.12.18
“Legality fails even on unedited Pokémon” → Your save might be from a ROM hack or modified game. PKHeX validates against original games only. “Legality fails even on unedited Pokémon” → Your
Launch your save manager app (e.g., ) on your homebrew-enabled Nintendo Switch. Select your Pokémon game (e.g., Pokémon Scarlet ). Select your Pokémon game (e
This build does not support the DLC updates for Scarlet/Violet (The Teal Mask / The Indigo Disk) because those patches were released in 2023—after 22.12.18. For full DLC support, you would need a newer version like 23.10.xx or later.
The internal legality parser was heavily updated in this version to handle the new Gen 9 move-set restrictions and "Tera Type" formatting. Performance & Usability Review How To Edit Your Save File in Pokemon Legends ZA (PKHeX)