PKSE Switch

PKSE
PKSE
General
Author	kiasta
Type	Save Managers and Editors
Version	0.0.3
License	AGPL-3.0
Last Updated	2025/12/14
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PKSE is a Nintendo Switch homebrew application that lets you edit Pokémon game save files directly on the console, without moving saves to a PC. It targets CFW users who want a lightweight, on‑device alternative to tools like PKHeX and other external save editors.

Features

Backup and restore save files integrated feature.
Currently you can edit party and box Pokemon and item amounts.

Title Compatibility

Generation 7

Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee (Partial implementation, non functioning)

Generation 8

Pokemon Sword/Shield (Fully Implemented and functioning)
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl (Not Implemented)
Pokemon Legends: Arceus (Not Implemented)

Generation 9

Pokemon Scarlet/Violet (Not Implemented)
Pokemon Legends: Z-A (Fully Implemented and functioning)

Screenshots

Changelog

v0.0.3

Enhancements:
- Added option to delete a save backup
- Updated MAKEFILE to include Regional Variants/Forms sprites
- Added Pokemon Types and Type banner sprites
- Added Pokemon sprite to the Pokemon Details modal
Bug fixes:
- Fixed issue causing Pokemon shininess to toggle off when modifying IV/EV values
- Fixed the incorrect back navigation logic from Save Backups screen
- Fixed Dialog when leaving Trainer View Screen with unsaved changes

v0.0.2

Fixed issue where shiny Pokemon had improper PID generation based on trainer OT instead of the Pokemon's OT.
Added project and build support for Visual Studio 2026.

v0.0.1

First Release.

Credits

PKHeX Team: core save editing logic are derived from the PKHeX project. Visit their official repository: https://github.com/kwsch/PKHeX.
PokeAPI Team: for their work on sprites: https://github.com/PokeAPI/sprites
libnx and devkitPro communities for Switch homebrew development tools. Visit their official website: https://devkitpro.org/wiki/Getting_Started.

External links

Gbatemp - https://gbatemp.net/threads/pkse-pokemon-save-editor.677487/
Github - https://github.com/kiasta/PKSE