Mew, the elusive mythical Pokémon, was once the stuff of urban legends. For years, players debated whether it was even possible to catch the mysterious creature without special event distribution. But in the original Pokémon Red and Blue games, a series of complex and specific glitches made it possible to encounter Mew, a secret that became one of the most famous exploits in gaming history.
This guide will walk you through the most well-known methods for finding and catching the elusive Pokémon.
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Method 1: The Trainer & Youngster Glitch
This is arguably the most common and reliable method for finding Mew. It involves manipulating the game’s code by avoiding key trainer battles until the right moment. Before you start, be sure you haven’t battled the trainer on the Nugget Bridge or the Youngster on Route 25.
Step 1: Set Up for Teleportation
First, you need to get a Pokémon that knows the Teleport move, like Abra. You should also visit the Cerulean City Pokémon Center to set it as your teleportation point.
Step 2: Start the Glitch
Head north from Cerulean City and walk onto the Nugget Bridge. Walk toward the trainer with a Slowpoke and, just before he sees you, press the Start button to open your menu. Immediately use your Abra to teleport back to the Cerulean City Pokémon Center.
Step 3: Trigger the Battle
After teleporting, the game will be in a “glitched” state. Head to Route 25 and find the Youngster. Defeat his Slowpoke, and once the battle ends, you will need to teleport back to the Cerulean City Pokémon Center.
Step 4: Encounter Mew
With the glitch successfully triggered, simply walk north from the Pokémon Center onto the Nugget Bridge. As you do, your menu will automatically pop up. Exit the menu, and a battle with a wild Mew will begin immediately. You can now catch it just like any other Pokémon!
Method 2: The Gambler & Youngster Glitch
This method is similar to the first but utilizes the Fly move instead of Teleport. This is a great alternative if you don’t have an Abra.
Step 1: The Setup
Make sure you have a Flying-type Pokémon that knows the Fly move. Head to Route 8, where you’ll find a Gambler. Stand directly in front of the Underground Path entrance.
Step 2: Trigger the Battle
Take a single step down and immediately press Start to open your menu. Use the Fly move to fly to Cerulean City. The game is now in the “glitched” state.
Step 3: Trigger the Encounter
From Cerulean City, cross the Nugget Bridge to Route 25 and defeat the Youngster’s Slowpoke. After the battle, use Fly to return to Lavender Town.
Step 4: Encounter Mew
Walk west from Lavender Town onto Route 8, and your menu will automatically open. Exit the menu, and a battle with a wild Mew will begin.
Method 3: The Ditto Glitch
For those who want to use the glitch to catch any Pokémon, the Ditto Glitch is the way to go. This method requires specific stats on your Pokémon and the use of the Fly move.
Step 1: Set Up the Glitch
Start the glitch as you would with the Gambler & Youngster Glitch: Fly from Route 8 to Fuchsia City. Then, engage in a battle with a random trainer.
Step 2: Battle Ditto
After the battle, go find a wild Ditto. In this battle, you must use a Pokémon whose Special stat matches the Pokémon you want to catch. For Mew, you’ll need a Pokémon with a Special stat of 21.
Step 3: Encounter and Catch
After defeating the Ditto, simply fly back to Route 8 and walk to the left. Your menu will pop up, and when you exit it, you’ll enter a battle with a wild Mew.
These glitches provide a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of Pokémon Red and Blue. While they are not the intended way to acquire the legendary Pokémon, they have become a beloved part of the games’ legacy and a testament to the community’s ingenuity.
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