For the most immersive experience, players might want to consider the physical bundle releases or the Double Pack for a complete collection of version-exclusive content.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Editions:
•Pokémon Scarlet: Includes exclusive Pokémon like Koraidon, along with unique story elements and version-exclusive features. Players are mentored by Professor Sada and wear an orange tie, orange shorts, and white socks.
•Pokémon Violet: Features exclusive Pokémon like Miraidon, different story elements, and version-exclusive features. Players are mentored by Professor Turo and wear a purple tie, purple shorts, and black socks.
•Double Pack: Contains both Scarlet and Violet games, providing access to all version-exclusive Pokémon and story elements. Purchasing this pack also grants you 100 Poké Balls for each game.
•Physical DLC Bundles: Released on November 3, 2023, these include the base game plus all DLC content on the cartridge, eliminating the need for additional downloads for the DLC.
DLC (Downloadable Content) for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
•The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero: This is the overarching name for the two-part DLC expansion.
•Part 1: The Teal Mask - Released on September 13, 2023. This part introduces a new area, Kitakami, where players join a school trip. Key features include new Pokémon, characters, and a story revolving around local legends and the mysterious Pokémon Ogerpon.
•Part 2: The Indigo Disk - Released on December 14, 2023. Here, players visit Blueberry Academy as an exchange student, exploring an underwater academy with a focus on Pokémon battling. This DLC introduces over 230 returning Pokémon, new story elements, and the legendary Pokémon Terapagos.
DLC Content Overview:
•New Pokémon: Both DLCs introduce new Pokémon, including evolutions of existing ones, and new legendary Pokémon like Ogerpon in The Teal Mask and Terapagos in The Indigo Disk.
•Returning Pokémon: Over 230 Pokémon from previous generations return, expanding the Pokédex significantly across both DLCs.
•New Areas: Kitakami for The Teal Mask and Blueberry Academy (including the Terarium) for The Indigo Disk.
•Story Extensions: Both DLCs continue the narrative from the base game, offering new quests and interactions.
•Exclusive Items: New items and the ability to use Mochi to boost Pokémon stats or reset them.
•Gameplay Enhancements: New mechanics like the camera features in The Teal Mask, and the focus on battling in The Indigo Disk.
Purchasing DLC:
•The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero is available for purchase separately for either game. Note, the DLC for Scarlet is not compatible with Violet and vice versa; you need to buy the correct version for your game.
•Immediate bonuses for purchasing include a New Uniform Set for your character and a special Hisuian Zoroark with a unique move if purchased before a certain date.
•Physical copies of the game now include all DLC on the cartridge, as noted in newer releases, making it a complete edition without needing additional downloads.
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