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Pokémon Gold Walkthrough

Gold follows the shared Johto and Kanto route while using Gold-side version identity, exclusives, and Ho-Oh-forward legendary framing.

One of the original paired Generation II versions for Game Boy and Game Boy Color.

This version landing page introduces the specific original Gen2 version without duplicating the full Johto and Kanto walkthrough. Use the shared Gold/Silver/Crystal walkthrough for route-by-route progression.

Open Shared Gen II Walkthrough

Follow Johto, Kanto, Mt. Silver, and Red with Crystal-aware notes.

Compare Gold, Silver, and Crystal

Review version roles, Crystal additions, legendary focus, and trading needs.

Exclusive Pokémon

Check Gold/Silver exclusives, Crystal availability changes, and trade planning.

Key Differences

Gold is paired with Silver as one of the original Generation II releases.

Gold has its own version-exclusive planning list and Ho-Oh-forward version identity.

The main Johto route, Kanto postgame, Elite Four, and Red battle use the shared original Gen2 flow.

Version Pokémon Notes

Notes

Use the shared Gold/Silver/Crystal walkthrough for story progression.

Use the exclusive Pokémon page for trade planning with Silver and Crystal.

This page covers original Gold, not HeartGold.

FAQ

Is this Pokémon Gold guide for HeartGold?

No. This page covers original Pokémon Gold. HeartGold is a separate Nintendo DS remake.

This guide covers original Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal for Game Boy / Game Boy Color. It intentionally does not use HeartGold and SoulSilver remake data.