Poketch in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl: How to get, all HM & app locations

September 2022 · 6 minute read

In the Sinnoh remakes, players will have to obtain a special watch to access Hidden Moves and apps. Here is how to get the Poketch in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl.

While the Sinnoh remakes were marketed as “faithful” reimaginings of the original 2006 DS titles, Studio ILCA has promised to also bring many modern changes to Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl.

One of those updates is the Poketch watch. While players will mostly get the device the same way as the classic RPGs, there will be some new changes to the app machine for the 2021 title.

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Players will need to get the Poketch to progress in the Sinnoh remakes.

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Poketch

Newcomers to the Gen IV titles will be introduced to the Poketch fairly early on in the game. The device is similar to smartphones in modern games where the watch screen will display various apps and features.

Unlike 2006’s Diamond & Pearl, however, Studio ILCA has used the 2021 remakes to make the device more essential as the watch will be how Trainers quickly access HMs (Hidden Moves), which have been greatly overhauled.

Below we will list where and how to obtain the Poketch in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl.

Where to get Poketch in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Based on the trailers and promotional material on the official website, it appears that the Poketch in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl will still be obtained in Jubilife City. 

Players will get to the locale fairly early into the game. After leaving Twinleaf  Town, make your way through Route 202 which will eventually lead you to Jubilife.

Players can get the Poketch in Jublife City.

How to unlock the Poketch

Poketch Clown locations & quiz answers

Players can get the Poketch after finding three Clown NPC’s in Jublife City.

Clown #1

The first clown can be found pretty easily. After speaking to the head of the Poketch company, make your way north to the Pokemart nearby. The circus-themed NPC will be standing just right of the store’s door.

Clown #2

After finishing the first quiz, walk a few steps north from the Pokemart and immediately make a left until you reach the Jubilife TV station building. The second clown will be standing in front of the Jumbotron that shows a Clefable.

Clown #3

Continue left from the TV station and you will find the final Clown standing in front of the Poketch offices (you can’t miss him!)

All Poketch App Locations in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

All Poketch HM locations in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Rock Smash

Talk to the Hiker in Oreburgh Gate. Then defeat Gym Leader Roark in Oreburgh City to be able to use it.

Cut

Use Cut to clear trees and plants that block pathways.

 Once in Eterna City, Cynthia will give you the HM after walking in front of the Team Galactic Eterna Building. Defeat Gym Leader Gardenia in Eterna City to access it.

Strength

Given to you by the old lady NPC on Route 209 after reaching the fifth floor of the Lost Tower. Defeat Gym Leader Byron at Canalave City.

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Fly

In Veilstone City, the Fly HM is found inside of the Team Galactic HQ Warehouse to the right of the entrance. Can be used after defeating Gym Leader Maylene.

Defog

Found in the Great Marsh. Pay for the Safari Game and immediately after entering the Marsh, look for a green-haired NPC who will give you the HM. Defeat Gym Leader Crasher Wake in Pastoria City to use it.

Surf

Trainers can use Surf to swim across large sections of water.

After giving Cynthia’s Grandmother the Old Charm in Celestic Town, she will reward you with the Surf HM. Defeat Gym Leader Fantina in Hearthome City to use it in your Poketch.

Rock Climb

This HM lets you scale up Mountain pathways and climb steep terrain.

Rock Climb can be found on Route 217 Northeast of the Hiker’s house. Defeat Gym Leader Candice Snowpoint City.

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Waterfall

Defeat Gym Leader Volkner at Sunyshore City. After the victory, the HM is given to you by Jasmine on the beach north of the city.

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl Poketch features

Digital Watch

Players can keep track of time anywhere in Sinnoh with this portable watch.

Memo Pad

Trainers can take down notes on the memo pad or even draw fun pictures.

Friendship Checker

Check your Pokemon’s friendship levels with this app.

Dowsing Machine

The Dowsing Machine can find hidden items across the Sinnoh region such as PP Up and Rare Candy.

And there you have it! That is everything we know so far about the Poketech in the Gen IV remakes.

For other Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl guides and walkthroughs, check out these:

All Rare Candy locations | Where to find Munchlax | Hardest Pokemon to catch in the Sinnoh region | Where to find Cresselia | How to find Heatran | How to get the National Pokedex | Best starter to pick

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