ScreenRant logo

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Pokémon returns in its next installment series: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Set in a fictional town near Mediterranean Spain, gamers will explore Paldea, catching new and classic Pokémon. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is the first ever open-world game in the series and features new Pokémon that can transform into vehicles. Pokémon staples like gym battles are still present, but co-op exploration and Terastallize battles are also introduced.

+ See More
Pokemon Scarlet Violet NPCs on Map Background

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Every Gen 9 Character You Need To Know About

The three Scarlet and Violet evolved starters, Quaquaval, Skeledirge, and Meowscarada, in front of a background depicting a Terastalized Ogerpon.

Which Scarlet & Violet Starter Evolution Is Best In Pokémon's Teal Mask DLC

From left to right are Fezandipiti, Ogerpon, Munkidori, and Okidogi from Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Teal Mask expansion.

Every New & Returning Pokémon Added To Scarlet & Violet’s Teal Mask DLC

Kingambit's Best Ability for Tera Raids

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Rare Pokémon Available Until September 3

pokemon-scarlet-and-violet-cover-art.jpg
9/10

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
RPG
Top Critic Avg: 71/100 Critics Rec: 48%
Released
November 18, 2022
ESRB
E For Everyone Due To Mild Fantasy Violence
Developer(s)
Game Freak
Publisher(s)
Nintendo, The Pokemon Company
Engine
Proprietary Engine
Multiplayer
Local Multiplayer
Cross-Platform Play
no
Cross Save
no
Franchise
Pokemon

Platform(s)
Switch
Genre(s)
RPG
How Long To Beat
32 Hours

latest

Annihilape in Pokemon GO
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Rare Pokémon Available For 48 Hours

Terastal Tera Raids return with a post‑game Annihilape event that demands co‑op strategy and promises rare Ghost Tera Shards and items.

By 
Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Ceruledge Official Screenshot
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Ultra-Rare 'Mon Available For 24 Hours

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is still offering up a chance to grab a rare Pokémon, but you only have about 24 more hours to download it to your game.

By 
A close-up on Mew's face in the trailer for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Summer Raids Officially Announced

Despite releasing almost four years ago at this point, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are still going strong with events for players.

By 
Pokemon legends arceus 25th anniversary key art image
Pokémon Arceus Redesign Is A Huge Hit With Fans
Pokémon Diamond and Pearl

Arceus is a beloved Pokémon with a unique multitype power that was first introduced back in Diamond & Pearl, and fans are hyped on this redesign.

By 
Player, Nemona, and Penny standing together in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Limited-Time Free Download Available Until August 5

A mysterious 7-Star Tera Raid battle awaits players in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, featuring a Dragon-Tera Type Magikarp.

1
By 
Kieran looking shocked next to Drayton in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Players Have Until July 17 To Claim A Free Super-Rare 'Mon

If you own Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, it's worth logging in just to grab this super-rare 'mon before July 17, when it'll be gone.

By 
Pokemon scarlet and violet protagonist holding a pokeball
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Available Until July 9

Pokémon fans have 72 hours to get involved with the latest freebie for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.

1
By 
Koraidon, Miraidon, and the Paldea starters in official art from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Yours Until July 3

Unleash your inner trainer as Pokémon Scarlet & Violet hosts its final event, offering a chance to team up and face the mighty Hisuian Decidueye.

By 
Arven in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet looking sad.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Officially Ends An Era

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet has had a good run, but it seems like it's about to hit the end of a long-lived era, much to the disappointment of fans.

By 
Pokemon scarlet and violet protagonist holding a pokeball
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Announced As Gen 9 Comes To End

Prepare for the final showdown as Hisuian Decidueye makes its last appearance in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Tera Raid event.

By 
Trainers ride a Koraidon and a Miraidon in Paldea in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Available Until June 25

Pokémon fans should consider returning to Paldea this month for a new adventure.

1
By 
Sunset in Pokemon scarlet and violet
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Available For 24 Hours

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet are still going bizarrely strong given that newer games have come out since, and there's a free download available now.

By 
Trainers ride a Koraidon and a Miraidon in Paldea in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Available For 72 Hours

Take part in a formidable fight for a limited time in Scarlet and Violet, and bag yourself some epic rewards.

3
By 
Player, Nemona, and Penny standing together in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Available Until June 18

Get ready for an epic showdown as Nintendo hosts a 7-star Tera Raid Battle featuring Cinderace with Fighting Tera Type.

18
By 
Pokemon scarlet and violet protagonist holding a pokeball
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Yours To Claim For 48 Hours

Earn yourself some limited-time rewards in this epic free download.

By 
Nemona from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet smiling while holding a Poke Ball with gameplay behind her.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Available Until May 7

A new free download for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet fans has landed, but you don't have long to check it out.

3
By 
Drayton looking down at Kieran who hols his head in his hands in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Available For 48 Hours

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet still have various Mystery Gifts on offer, but there's one free download that will be expiring in about 48 hours, so hurry.

13
By 
Pokemon Legends: Z-A's female protagonist with a night scene from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Free Download Officially Available Until April 30

Fight your most formidable foe yet in this limited-time event which will bag you tons of rewards.

12
By 
Trainers ride a Koraidon and a Miraidon in Paldea in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
At Long Last, Pokémon Is Finally Giving Us The Gen 9 Anime We've Been Waiting For
Pokémon Horizons

The ninth generation of Pokémon is coming to a close, but before it does, the Pokemon anime is giving it the adaptation fans have been waiting for.

By 
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Terra transformed Legendary Pokémon in Ranked match menu
For Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Fans, It's The End Of An Era

With the arrival of another Pokémon game that prioritizes the turn-based battles of the series, Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's now faces a big change.

By 
See More