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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.

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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
Prequel
Pokémon Sword and Shield
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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