Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – News, Reviews, Videos, and More

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Box Art
Publisher
Nintendo, The Pokemon Company
Developer
Game Freak
Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Release Date
18 November 2022: WW: Switch
Genre
Role Playing

Game Overview:

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are open world role playing games developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company.

They are the first instalments in the ninth generation of Pokemon games.

Latest Updates For Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Adds Over 230 Pokemon

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Adds Over 230 Pokemon

Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti are three brand-new Pokemon that are available in The Teal Mask when it launches this Fall.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC Announced

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC Announced

Part 1, The Teal Mask, launches in Fall 2023, while Part 2, The Indigo Disk, is out in Winter with new areas and Legendary Pokemon.

Pokemon Presents Livestream Set for February 27

Pokemon Presents Livestream Set for February 27

The roughly 20-minute long livestream will feature "exciting Pokémon news" in celebration of Pokemon Day later this month.

Nintendo Switch Lifetime Sales Hit 122.55 Million Units

Nintendo Switch Lifetime Sales Hit 122.55 Million Units

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet sold 20.61 million units as of December 31st, 2022, and are Nintendo's seventh best-selling first-party titles.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Next Tera Raid Battle Event Brings Greninja

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Next Tera Raid Battle Event Brings Greninja

Greninja will join the games' rosters for the first time as part of a 7-star Tera Raid, while Bronzong and Lucario will be available as 4 and 5-star Raids.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Update Planned for Late February

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Update Planned for Late February

Update Ver. 1.2.0 for the Nintendo Switch titles will have bug fixes and add functionality, with more details to be revealed soon.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Introduce Gholdengo, the 1000th Pokemon

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Introduce Gholdengo, the 1000th Pokemon

Since its inception in 1996, the Pokemon franchise has now introduced players to 1,000 different species of Pokemon.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and Nintendo Switch Continue to Dominate Weekly Japanese Sales Charts

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and Nintendo Switch Continue to Dominate Weekly Japanese Sales Charts

Over the course of the last two weeks, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet sold over 291,000 physical copies, while the Nintendo Switch moved over 250,000 units.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Next Tera Raid Battle Event Focuses on Hydreigon and Dragapult

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Next Tera Raid Battle Event Focuses on Hydreigon and Dragapult

The Tera Raid Battle event will run from January 6 to January 8, with Hydreigon coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Dragapult to Pokemon Violet.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Next Tera Raid Events Will Star Delibird and Cinderace

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Next Tera Raid Events Will Star Delibird and Cinderace

The next 1-5 star Tera Raid Battle event will go live on December 23, while the next 7 star event will kick off on December 30.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is the Best-Selling Title in the US for 2022

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is the Best-Selling Title in the US for 2022

Infinity Ward's shooter also topped US charts for the month, followed by God of War Ragnarok, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and Sonic Frontiers.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Top Weekly Japanese Retail Charts for Third Week in a Row

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Top Weekly Japanese Retail Charts for Third Week in a Row

The RPG duo sold over 310,000 physical units in Japan in its third week. Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope also debuts in the top 10.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Top Japanese Retail Charts Again with Over 577,000 Units Sold

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Top Japanese Retail Charts Again with Over 577,000 Units Sold

The new duo of Pokemon games follows up on its impressive debut with a strong second week, selling over half a million physical copies.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Ver. 1.1.0 Update Goes Live Today, Nintendo Apologizes for Issues

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Ver. 1.1.0 Update Goes Live Today, Nintendo Apologizes for Issues

Nintendo's goal is always to provide "a positive experience with our games". It's currently "working on improvements" for both titles.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: TM and Recipes Locations

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: TM and Recipes Locations

Check out the complete list of TM and Recipes and their locations in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: What Path to Do First

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: What Path to Do First

What path you should take first in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet? Our guide has the answer to that.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: The Best Order To Beat Gyms

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: The Best Order To Beat Gyms

What is the best order to beat Gyms in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? Check out our guide below to know the answer.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: The Easiest/Quickest Ways To Earn Money

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Guide: The Easiest/Quickest Ways To Earn Money

The fastest way to earn cash in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Debut on Top of Weekly Japanese Retail Charts with Over 2.5 Million Physical Units Sold

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Debut on Top of Weekly Japanese Retail Charts with Over 2.5 Million Physical Units Sold

Nintendo recently announced that the RPG duo sold a total of over 4.05 million units in Japan within 3 days of release, including digital sales.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Sold 10 Million Units in 3 Days, Becoming Nintendo’s Biggest Ever First Party launch

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Sold 10 Million Units in 3 Days, Becoming Nintendo’s Biggest Ever First Party launch

The recently-launched open world RPG duo has smashed all Nintendo sales records, collectively selling 10 million units within 3 days of launch.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Review – Ugly Ducklings

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Review – Ugly Ducklings

Ugly and janky as sin, but just as addictive and well designed.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Secure Top 2 Spots in UK Physical Sales Charts

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Secure Top 2 Spots in UK Physical Sales Charts

God of War Ragnarok dropped to fourth place and Sonic Frontiers to tenth place, with sales declining week-on-week for both.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is the Series’ Second Biggest Launch in the UK

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is the Series’ Second Biggest Launch in the UK

Game Freak's latest Pokemon titles are collectively the biggest physical game release of 2022 in the UK, beating out FIFA 23.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Saw Highest Ever Pre-Order Sales for the Franchise

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Saw Highest Ever Pre-Order Sales for the Franchise

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet seem to have gotten off to a predictably excellent start, seeing record pre-order numbers.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Are Now Available on Nintendo Switch

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Are Now Available on Nintendo Switch

The series' first ever fully open world outing has launched worldwide for the Nintendo Switch. Check out its launch trailer.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Receive New Overview Trailer Ahead of Launch

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Receive New Overview Trailer Ahead of Launch

The ninth generation titles launch on November 18th for Nintendo Switch and feature a seamless open world, new Pokemon, and much more.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Details Revealed on Black Crystal Tera Raid Battles, Tera Raid Events, and More

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Details Revealed on Black Crystal Tera Raid Battles, Tera Raid Events, and More

The first post-launch Tera Raid Battle event will focus on Eevee, while Black Crystal Tera Raid Battles in December will bring Charizard to the game.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Receive Rousing New Trailer Ahead of Launch

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Receive Rousing New Trailer Ahead of Launch

The trailer also offers a cryptic glimpse of two new "monster" Pokemon known as Great Tusk and Iron Treads, among other things.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Trailer Arrives Tomorrow at 6 AM PT

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Trailer Arrives Tomorrow at 6 AM PT

Game Freak's open world Pokemon titles will be receiving yet another trailer ahead of their launch on November 18th for Nintendo Switch.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Gimmighoul is a New Pokemon That Hides Inside a Treasure Chest

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Gimmighoul is a New Pokemon That Hides Inside a Treasure Chest

Gimmighoul can take two forms- one, where it roams around freely, and another, where it hides its tiny form inside of a treasure chest.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Commercial Highlights Legendary Mounts

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Commercial Highlights Legendary Mounts

Legendary Pokemon Koraidon and Miraidon will serve as your gliders, boats, bikes, and more on your journey through Paldea.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Reveals Greavard, a New Ghost-Type Pokemon

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Reveals Greavard, a New Ghost-Type Pokemon

First discovered in the Paldea region, the Ghost Dog Pokemon is extremely friendly but saps the life-force out of those nearby.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Reveal a New Ghost-Type Pokemon Tomorrow

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Reveal a New Ghost-Type Pokemon Tomorrow

A new trailer will go live tomorrow that'll unveil a new Ghost-type Pokemon for the upcoming RPG duo.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Screenshots and Gameplay Released for Iono and Bellibolt

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Screenshots and Gameplay Released for Iono and Bellibolt

Check out the "Supercharged Streamer" and her partner Pokemon in the battle ahead of the game's release on November 18th.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – 15 Features You Need To Know

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – 15 Features You Need To Know

The next mainline Pokemon titles are out on November 18th for Nintendo Switch. Here's everything you need to know before launch.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Bellibolt Revealed as Iono’s Partner Pokemon

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Bellibolt Revealed as Iono’s Partner Pokemon

The Electric-Type Pokemon contracts and expands in size, generating electricity and unleashing it through the two bumps on its head.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Introduces Gym Leader, Streamer, and Influencer Iono

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Introduces Gym Leader, Streamer, and Influencer Iono

Iono is the Electric-Type Gym Leader of Levincia, but she's also a renowned streamer and influencer.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Receive Yet Another New Trailer Tomorrow

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Receive Yet Another New Trailer Tomorrow

The Pokemon Company and Nintendo are continuing to ramp up the upcoming RPG duo's marketing, with another trailer arriving tomorrow.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Paldea, Terastallization, Let’s Go!, and More Showcased in New Video

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Paldea, Terastallization, Let’s Go!, and More Showcased in New Video

Character customization, the Camera and Profile apps, Pokemon Picnics, and even a Tera Raid battle are showcased in the 14-minute overview.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet to Get a New Trailer Tomorrow

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet to Get a New Trailer Tomorrow

The Pokemon Company says that a new trailer for the upcoming RPG duo will go live on October 6 at 6 AM Pacific Time.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Get New Trailer Revealing Details About Wiglett

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Get New Trailer Revealing Details About Wiglett

More details about the recently-revealed Wiglett have been unveiled with a new trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Mole-Like Pokemon Revealed

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Mole-Like Pokemon Revealed

The Pokemon Company has revealed another new Pokemon that will be introduced in the upcoming RPG duo, though details on it are scant.

Nintendo Switch OLED – Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Edition Announced

Nintendo Switch OLED – Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Edition Announced

The special edition Switch OLED model will launch on November 4, two weeks before the games launch. It will release at a suggested retail price of $359.99.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Reveal Three New Pokemon – Ceruledge, Amarouge, Klawf

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Reveal Three New Pokemon – Ceruledge, Amarouge, Klawf

Ceruledge, Amarouge, and Klawf were all spotted in the recent Pokemon trailer, and have now received more details.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Let’s Go! and Auto Battle Features Detailed

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Let’s Go! and Auto Battle Features Detailed

These two new features will allow players to send out one of the Pokemon from their team to battle wild Pokemon on their own, without needing any orders from you.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Details Victory Road, Starfall Street, and Path of Legends

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Details Victory Road, Starfall Street, and Path of Legends

These will be the three main stories you'll be following throughout the game, and can be tackled across the open world in whatever order you wish.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Receive a New Trailer Tomorrow

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Receive a New Trailer Tomorrow

New details on the upcoming RPG duo will arrive tomorrow at 6 AM PDT, The Pokemon Company recently confirmed via Twitter.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Grafaiai Revealed in New Trailer

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Grafaiai Revealed in New Trailer

The elusive Pokemon paints patterns to lure others or stake claim over the territory of other Grafaiai, the color based on the Berries eaten.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Showcases New Moves, Items, and Terastallization

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Showcases New Moves, Items, and Terastallization

A new Dragon/Normal Type called Cyclizar is also revealed, which can use Shed Tail to swap places with another Pokemon in one's party.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Require Roughly 10 GB of Storage Space

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Require Roughly 10 GB of Storage Space

The upcoming RPG duo's Nintendo eShop pages have been updated and now mention a 10 GB storage requirement.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Stories, Terastral Pokemon, Tera Raid Battles, and More Revealed in New Gameplay

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – New Stories, Terastral Pokemon, Tera Raid Battles, and More Revealed in New Gameplay

Explore the Paldea region, fight new Gym Leaders in whatever order you wish, navigate terrain with Koraidon and Miraidon, and much more.

Pokemon Presents Set for August 3, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Updates Confirmed

Pokemon Presents Set for August 3, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Updates Confirmed

The upcoming broadcast will bring "updates on Pokemon apps and video games, including Pokemon Scarlet and Violet".

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Field Music Was Composed by Undertale Creator Toby Fox

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Field Music Was Composed by Undertale Creator Toby Fox

Fox has collaborated with Game Freak on a number of projects in the past, and recently confirmed that he contributed to the music of the upcoming Pokemon games as well.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Are Launching on November 18

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Are Launching on November 18

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will feature 4-player co-op, and allow players to tackle all of its content in whatever order they please.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Coming Tomorrow at 6 AM PDT

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Coming Tomorrow at 6 AM PDT

Game Freak's next mainline Pokemon titles, which release in late 2022 for the Nintendo Switch, are finally getting some new details.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Might Receive New Details Next Week

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Might Receive New Details Next Week

Variety show PokéDoko claims it will have the "latest information on Pokemon games" soon, suggesting an update could be around the corner.

10 Things We Want in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

10 Things We Want in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Gen 9 is almost here- here's what we're expecting of it.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Seemingly Won’t Support All Pokemon Species

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Seemingly Won’t Support All Pokemon Species

The upcoming Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will feature support for Pokemon Home, but it seems you won't be able to bring in all previous species.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Have a Seamless Open World, Starter Names Revealed

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Will Have a Seamless Open World, Starter Names Revealed

Pokemon Gen 9's starters are the Grass-type cat Sprigatito, the Water-type duckling Quaxly, and the Fire-type Fuecoco.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Announced, New Mainline Games Launching in Late 2022

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Announced, New Mainline Games Launching in Late 2022

The Pokemon Company has announced Gen 9 titles for the Pokemon game- Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will launch for the Switch later this year.

Pokemon Presents Announced for February 27th

Pokemon Presents Announced for February 27th

The 14 minute-long presentation will air on YouTube, and provide the "latest information" along with celebrating Pokemon Day.

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