Pokemon HeartGold Version Cheats & Cheat Codes for DS and PC

Pokemon HeartGold is a role-playing game developed by GameFreak, released in 2009. The game was released alongside SoulSilver and was a remake of the 1999 game Pokemon Gold and Silver. It sold over 12 million copies, making it one of the best-selling games in the Pokemon franchise. Since the game retold the same story as before and added additional gameplay elements, it’s widely regarded as one of the best Pokemon games.

Pokemon HeartGold Premise

HeartGold follows the same plot as Gold and Silver, more or less. Players can choose their starting character, either Lyra or Ethan. After choosing a starting Pokemon, Cyndaquil, Totodile, or Chikorita, they are tasked with delivering a package for Professor Elm. Along the way, they bump into a mysterious figure who is revealed to be Silver. Players will travel around the Johro region, battling Gym Leaders and the Elite Four to become the Pokemon Champion. You’ll have to watch out as Team Rocket has reformed after being disbanded by Giovanni. Beating Giovanni and Team Rocket grunts is the only way to stop them from taking over the world.         

Pokemon HeartGold Main Characters

Ethan/Lyra: Ethan/Lyra is the protagonist and player character, depending on the gender chosen. They live in New Bark Town and receive their first Pokemon after being asked to run an errand for Professor Elm. They journey through the Johto region to become the Pokemon Champion and defeat Team Rocket.

Professor Elm: Professor Elm is a New Bark Town professor specializing in Pokemon breeding. He is credited for the discovery of Pokemon Eggs. He sets the Trainer on their path to becoming Pokemon Champion and gives them their first Pokemon.     

Silver: Silver is the rival of the player and son of Team Rocket boss Giovanni. He will always choose the starting Pokemon that is strongest against the players. 

Giovanni: Giovanni is the leader of Team Rocket, which he disbanded years earlier. After receiving a radio announcement from Team Rocket members that they have reformed the group, Ethan/Lyra have to travel back in time to stop him. 

Pokemon HeartGold Titles in the Series

The Pokemon franchise began in 1996 and has released games for over 25 years. The series contains over 100 games, each grouped into their own generations. The franchise is one of the most successful franchises in video game history and has its own line of playing cards, toys, and adaptations for both TV and film. The titles in the series are as follows. 

• Pokémon Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow (1996)
• Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal (1999)
• Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald (2002)
• Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen (2004)
• Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum (2006)
• Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver (2009)
• Pokémon Black and White (2010)
• Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 (2012)
• Pokémon X and Y (2013)
• Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire (2014)
• Pokémon Sun and Moon (2016)
• Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (2017)
• Pokémon Let’s Go, Eevee! and Let’s Go Pikachu! (2018)
• Pokémon Sword and Shield (2019)
• Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (2021)
• Pokémon Legends: Arceus (2022)
• Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (2022)

Pokemon HeartGold Cheat Codes

You will need an Action Replay Card or an emulator supporting Action Replay codes. Some cheat codes may require additional actions after the code has been activated.

Walk Through Walls

Hold L

Unlimited Rare Candy

Hold L+R

Unlimited Berries

Press L+R

Obtain Every PokeBall

Press L+R

No Random Encounters

Extra Experience in Battle

Hold R after battle

Instant Pokemon Catch

Capture Trainer Pokemon

Obtain Every Battle Item

Press L+R

Unlimited Money

Fully Restore Health

Instant K.O.

Press Select

Shiny Pokemon Encounters

Wild Pokemon Modifier

Pokemon HeartGold Cheat Code FAQ

Are there cheats in Pokemon HeartGold?

Players can use an Action Replay card or an emulator supporting Action Replay codes. Simply enter the code you wish to use and press any required buttons to activate the cheat. Note that some cheats may disrupt gameplay, so its always best to make a save file beforehand.