How to Find and Catch Mewtwo in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver

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Here is how to find Mewtwo in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver. Get ready to catch the best Pokémon around!

Part 1

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Cerulean Cave

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Remember the location of it.

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Go up and talk to it, then get ready to catch it.

Part 2

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Catching Mewtwo

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If the battle goes on for over 30 turns, throw your Timer Balls as well.

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The screenshots don't look like they're from Soulsilver.

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They aren't. They're actually from a rom hack called Pokemon Liquid Crystal, which is a fan-made GBA remake of Pokemon Crystal.

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Have plenty of Ultra Balls, Dusk Balls, and Timer Balls on you.

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Have a Pokémon that can inflict status effects such as paralysis and sleep. This will make it easier to catch.

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If you still have your Master Ball, you can throw that as soon as the battle starts for an instant capture.

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Always save your game before battling a legendary Pokémon.

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Mewtwo is level 70, so be careful!

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How to Find and Catch Mewtwo in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver

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