The Pokémon series has evolved from a simple PC storage system in the original games into a connected ecosystem spanning cloud services, mobile apps and multiple Nintendo platforms. Every official storage system has introduced new ways to organize, transfer or preserve Pokémon across generations.
This guide catalogs every official Pokémon storage system released or supported by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo. It covers in-game storage, standalone storage applications, cloud services and transfer tools that have been officially released across the Pokémon franchise.
What Is a Pokémon Storage System?
A Pokémon storage system is an official feature or application that allows players to store Pokémon beyond the six-member party limit. Depending on the game, storage systems may also support organizing Pokémon, searching by attributes, transferring between compatible titles or preserving collections for future games.
Complete List of Official Pokémon Storage Systems
Pokémon Storage System
Debut: Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green (Japan), later Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue
The original Pokémon Storage System introduced the concept of storing captured Pokémon inside numbered Boxes that could be accessed from a Pokémon Center. Players manually changed Boxes when one became full.
Key features
- Stores Pokémon outside the player’s party
- Accessible through Pokémon Centers
- Manual Box switching
- Foundation for every future storage system
Bill’s PC
Appears in
- Pokémon Red
- Pokémon Blue
- Pokémon Yellow
- Pokémon FireRed
- Pokémon LeafGreen
- Pokémon Let’s Go, Pikachu!
- Pokémon Let’s Go, Eevee!
After meeting Bill, players unlock Bill’s PC, which manages stored Pokémon. It remains one of the franchise’s most recognizable storage interfaces.
Key features
- Pokémon organization by Box
- Deposit and withdraw functions
- Box naming
- Expanded storage compared with the earliest games
Lanette’s PC
Appears in
- Pokémon Ruby
- Pokémon Sapphire
- Pokémon Emerald
- Pokémon Omega Ruby
- Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Lanette modernized the storage interface for Generation III with improved organization and expanded capacity.
Key features
- Improved graphical interface
- Box wallpapers
- Enhanced organization tools
- Greater storage capacity
Someone’s PC
Appears in multiple mainline games
Many Pokémon games temporarily refer to the storage system as Someone’s PC before the regional storage administrator is introduced during gameplay.
This naming convention appears across several generations before the player meets the official creator of that region’s storage system.
Bebe’s PC
Appears in
- Pokémon Diamond
- Pokémon Pearl
- Pokémon Platinum
- Pokémon Brilliant Diamond
- Pokémon Shining Pearl
Bebe developed the Sinnoh storage system, expanding Box customization and management.
Key features
- Custom wallpapers
- Improved navigation
- Expanded Box management
- Compatibility with Generation IV features
Amanita’s PC
Appears in
- Pokémon X
- Pokémon Y
Amanita oversees the Kalos Pokémon Storage System, which continues the modern Box interface introduced in previous generations.
Key features
- Streamlined interface
- Search improvements
- Integration with Generation VI mechanics
Pokémon Box: Ruby & Sapphire
Platform
Nintendo GameCube
Pokémon Box: Ruby & Sapphire is a standalone storage application designed for compatible Generation III games.
Key features
- Large external Pokémon storage
- GameCube support
- Pokémon viewing and organization
- Connectivity with compatible Game Boy Advance titles
My Pokémon Ranch
Platform
Wii
Compatible game
Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl
My Pokémon Ranch allows players to transfer Pokémon from compatible Nintendo DS games into a ranch environment where they can be viewed and interacted with.
Key features
- Wii storage application
- Pokémon viewing
- Ranch customization
- Connectivity with compatible Nintendo DS games
Poké Transporter
Platform
Nintendo 3DS
Poké Transporter transfers eligible Pokémon from older games into Pokémon Bank.
Supported transfers include compatible Generation V titles as well as Virtual Console releases of Pokémon Red, Blue, Yellow, Gold, Silver and Crystal.
Key features
- One-way transfers
- Bridge between legacy games and Pokémon Bank
- Official migration tool
Pokémon Bank
Platform
Nintendo 3DS
Pokémon Bank is a cloud-based storage service that stores Pokémon from compatible Nintendo 3DS games.
Compatible titles include
- Pokémon X
- Pokémon Y
- Pokémon Omega Ruby
- Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
- Pokémon Sun
- Pokémon Moon
- Pokémon Ultra Sun
- Pokémon Ultra Moon
Key features
- Cloud storage
- Box management
- Pokémon transfer support
- Integration with Poké Transporter
- Transfer support to Pokémon HOME
Pokémon HOME
Platforms
- Nintendo Switch
- iOS
- Android
Pokémon HOME is the current official cloud storage service for the Pokémon franchise. It supports compatible Nintendo Switch titles and mobile devices while providing centralized Pokémon management.
Key features
- Cloud-based Pokémon storage
- National Pokédex tracking
- Search and filtering
- Wonder Box
- Global Trade System
- Room Trade
- Friend Trade
- Mystery Gifts
- Transfer support from Pokémon Bank
- Connectivity with compatible Nintendo Switch games
Compatible games currently include
- Pokémon Sword
- Pokémon Shield
- Pokémon Brilliant Diamond
- Pokémon Shining Pearl
- Pokémon Legends: Arceus
- Pokémon Scarlet
- Pokémon Violet
Support is also available for transferring Pokémon from Pokémon GO through the official Pokémon HOME integration.
Pokémon GO Pokémon Storage
Game
Pokémon GO
Pokémon GO includes its own expandable Pokémon Storage for captured Pokémon. Capacity can be increased through official upgrades available within the game.
Key features
- Expandable storage
- Pokémon tagging
- Search filters
- Favorite system
- Mass transfer
- Appraisal integration
Eligible Pokémon can be transferred to Pokémon HOME through the official connectivity feature.
Pokémon Sleep Pokémon Box
Game
Pokémon Sleep
Pokémon Sleep stores befriended Pokémon inside the game’s Pokémon Box. Players can organize their collections and review sleep data associated with each Pokémon.
Key features
- Pokémon collection management
- Sorting options
- Sleep style tracking
- Team organization
Official Pokémon Transfer Ecosystem
The current official transfer path for many compatible Pokémon collections is:
Legacy compatible games → Poké Transporter → Pokémon Bank → Pokémon HOME → Compatible Nintendo Switch games
Pokémon GO also connects directly to Pokémon HOME using the official transfer feature.
Not every Pokémon can move between every title. Compatibility depends on each game’s supported Pokémon roster and official transfer rules.
Current Official Pokémon Storage Services
As of today, the primary official Pokémon storage systems are:
- Pokémon HOME
- Pokémon GO Pokémon Storage
- Pokémon Sleep Pokémon Box
- In-game Box systems found in current mainline Pokémon games
Pokémon HOME serves as the franchise’s central cloud storage platform for compatible modern Pokémon games.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current official Pokémon cloud storage service?
Pokémon HOME is the official cloud storage service currently supported by The Pokémon Company for compatible Nintendo Switch games and mobile devices.
Is Pokémon Bank still the main storage service?
No. Pokémon HOME is now the primary cloud storage platform, although Pokémon Bank remains important for transferring eligible Pokémon from Nintendo 3DS titles into Pokémon HOME.
Can Pokémon GO store Pokémon without Pokémon HOME?
Yes. Pokémon GO has its own dedicated Pokémon Storage system. Pokémon HOME is only needed if players wish to transfer eligible Pokémon into the broader Pokémon ecosystem.
Which Pokémon game introduced storage Boxes?
The original Pokémon Red and Green introduced the Pokémon Storage System, allowing players to deposit Pokémon into PC Boxes after their party became full.
Source:Pokémon
