Pokemon Sword and Shield's latest event lets you catch Sun and Moon starters

A new event is now underway in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

The Alola Max Raid event runs until 4:59 p.m. PT / 7:59 p.m.

ET on Oct. 3.

Before the event Pokemon can begin appearing in your game, you must first refresh your Max Raid dens.

More Pokemon games are on the way to Nintendo Switch over the next few months.

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl launch for the console on Nov. 19.

After that, Pokemon Legends: Arceus will launch on the console on Jan. 28.