Pokemon Violet [Nintendo Switch]

Free updates to enhance the gameplay experience on Nintendo Switch 2

By connecting your Nintendo Switch 2 to the internet and performing a system update, you can download free updates for selected games that may improve graphics or add support for features such as GameShare. The contents of these free updates will differ depending on the game.

• Visuals: optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.
• Frame rate: improved for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2.

Welcome to the open world of Pokémon!

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, the newest chapters in the Pokémon series, are finally here! With these new titles, the Pokémon series takes a new evolutionary step, allowing you to explore freely in a richly expressed open world.

Various towns blend seamlessly into the wilderness with no borders. See the Pokémon of this region in the skies, in the seas, in the forests, on the streets all over! Experience the true joy of the Pokémon series battling against wild Pokémon in order to catch them now in an open world game that players of any age can enjoy.

Share the joy of discovery with friends and family as you embark on your adventure with up to three other players!*

Meet new Pokémon

The three Pokémon from which youll be able to choose your first partner are Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly. How will you meet these three, and what sorts of Pokémon are they? 

Youll encounter Koraidon in Pokémon Scarlet Miraidon in Pokémon Violet. This Legendary Pokémon, said to possess extraordinary powers, remain shrouded in mystery

Your friend Nemona is sunny, energetic and absolutely loves Pokémon battles! As an experienced Pokémon Trainer, shell serve as a reliable guide on your adventures.

In Pokémon Scarlet, youll meet Professor Sada, while in Pokémon Violet, youll meet Professor Turo. Theyre each carrying out research into certain lore passed down in the region

As you set off on your adventure, your outfit will vary depending on whether you play Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet. Who knows what kind of story awaits you?