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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.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Game Poster
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Franchise
Pokemon
Platform(s)
Nintendo Switch
Released
November 18, 2022
Developer(s)
Game Freak
Publisher(s)
Nintendo , The Pokemon Company
Genre(s)
RPG , Adventure , Action
Multiplayer
Online Co-Op , Online Multiplayer
ESRB
E
How Long To Beat
31 Hours
Mode
Single Player, Multiplayer

Summary

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.

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