Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet for the Nintendo Switch are the first open-world RPGS in the Pokemon series. As you enjoy the hallmarks of the series - meeting, teaming up with, battling, training and trading Pokemon - you'll be able to immerse yourself in a newly evolved adventure!

Welcome to the Open World of Pokémon!

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, the newest chapters in the Pokémon series, are coming to the Nintendo Switch! 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!

The World of Pokémon Has Evolved

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet offer an open-world experience that only the Pokémon series can deliver—one welcoming even to newcomers to the series.

You can experience a new style of adventure, with a world that you’re free to explore at your leisure and not in an order dictated by the story. You will, of course, journey to hone your skills as a Pokémon Trainer, but many more discoveries and stories await you. Meet a variety of people and Pokémon, and adventure in the world of Pokémon the way you want to.

A Deeper Experience with Multiplayer Gameplay

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet allow multiplayer gameplay with up to four players. Along with series staples, such as trading and battling Pokémon, you will be able to explore the various locations of the region in these games with other players. You can discover new Pokémon and explore unfamiliar areas with your friends and family, opening the door to an adventure more precious and fun than ever!

Meet New Pokémon

The three Pokémon from which you’ll 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? Many other new Pokémon are waiting to be discovered on your adventure!

You’ll encounter Koraidon in Pokémon Scarlet and Miraidon in Pokémon Violet. These Legendary Pokémon, said to possess extraordinary powers, remain shrouded in mystery...

Introducing the Characters

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

In Pokémon Scarlet, you’ll meet Professor Sada, while in Pokémon Violet, you’ll meet Professor Turo. They’re 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?