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The following is a walkthrough of the glitch in Pokémon Yellow version that allows you to catch Mew, without using Action Replay, Gameshark or other third party device. If done properly, following this procedure will result in an encounter with a level 7 Mew on Nugget Bridge.
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Defeat your rival on Nugget Bridge. His first Pokémon will be a Spearow of level 18, so it would be wise to have a Rock or Electric-type Pokémon as the first in your party. After this is completed, you must clear all of the trainers on Nugget Bridge, including the final man who offers you a position in Team Rocket. [1] X Research source -
DO NOT battle the trainer hiding in the grass to the left of the bridge, as he will be a key part of the glitch later.Advertisement -
Save the game, just in case! [2] X Research source -
Start to work your way up towards where the other trainers are, battling each trainer and saving after each battle until you reach the trainer who has nothing but a level 17 Slowpoke. -
Do not fight him. Shut the game off and resume where you saved at the last trainer you fought (This is not part of the glitch, and if you already know which trainer not to fight you don't have to battle him and shut it off. The video link should help clarify this but if you are unable to access it you will find the saving technique useful). -
Find and capture an Abra (try looking in the grass just above the Day Care building). This is harder than one would think because it will teleport away from you on its first turn. It is hard to find, and throwing a Poke Ball on your first turn and crossing your fingers is basically your only option. However, once you've caught Abra you will be able to move on to the next step. [3] X Research source -
Walk up Nugget Bridge and save when you reach the end. Now is the time to approach the trainer who is hiding in the grass, who you did not battle before. -
Walk in front of where he is, far enough away so that he cannot see you, but will see you if you take one step towards Cerulean. Save your game right here, because this next step can be tricky. -
Next hit the down arrow and the start button at the same time. You will take a step down toward the trainer, but the start menu will appear instead of the exclamation point above his head. Teleport back to the Pokémon Center with Abra, and walk back up Nugget Bridge. At this point your start menu will be disabled, but do not despair as this is part of the glitch. [4] X Research source -
Fight the trainer with the level 17 Slowpoke, being sure to have him walk at least one step towards you to battle or the game will freeze. [5] X Research source -
Defeat him, and teleport back to the Pokémon Center again. Then walk back up Nugget Bridge and your start menu will appear. -
Click the B button and a wild Mew will appear at level 7. [6] X Research source -
Make sure to bring some Poke Balls, and good luck!
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QuestionWhat should I do if I lose to the final person on the nugget bridge?Community AnswerJust go back and try again since the glitch hasn't started yet at this point.
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QuestionWould this glitch work with the 3DS play store download?Community AnswerYes it does work. I have done it myself multiple times after resetting my game
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QuestionWhat about The Truck?Community AnswerThe truck is just a myth. This is the easiest way to catch Mew and the earliest point it is possible to do so.
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- If you're having a hard time catching an Abra, try using a Pokémon with an attack that will put it to sleep to prevent it from using Teleport.Thanks
- Mew can be tricky to catch. However if you search between Mt Moon's exit you might find a Great Ball. I tried this and it made things a lot easier.Thanks
- As long as you follow the steps you can get your Pokémon healed at the Pokémon Center. You also need to visit Bill's house in order to move officer Jenny aside.Thanks
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- This glitch can be used to get other Pokemon besides Mew! For example, follow the method for the glitch, but fight a Pidgey. Instead of a Mew, a Nidoking will appear. However, getting the Nidoking can make items disappear.
- If you already defeated the Slowpoke there’s still a chance to get Mew, but only if you haven't beaten the Cerulean City Gym. Just follow the steps but instead of beating the Slowpoke, beat the first trainer in the gym.
- You don't need an Abra specifically, any Pokemon that knows teleport will do!
- To get a level 100 Mew, use growl on the Slowpoke 6-7 times.
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References
- ↑ https://www.ign.com/wikis/pokemon-red-blue-yellow-version/Mew
- ↑ https://www.ign.com/wikis/pokemon-red-blue-yellow-version/Mew
- ↑ https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Mew_glitch
- ↑ https://www.ign.com/wikis/pokemon-red-blue-yellow-version/Mew
- ↑ https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Mew_glitch
- ↑ https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Mew_glitch
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1. Restart your saved game if you went too far in the game.
2. Press the "Start" button immediately in front of Gambler.
3. Fly to Cerulean City.
4. Go to the Youngster in the bush area just after Nugget Bridge.
5. Defeat the trainer and fly back to Lavender Town.
6. Walk to the left exit of the town.
7. Exit out of the menu to begin the battle.
8. Catch the Mew with the Master Ball or weaken it using attacks.
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