Revisit Paldea, Kitakami, and Blueberry Academy on Nintendo Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 system released on June 5, 2025, and it’s never been more exciting to be a fan of the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games. When playing Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet on Nintendo Switch 2, you can enjoy improved image quality and smoother movement that really bring Paldea (and beyond) to life. Let’s take a look at what you can enjoy as you revisit the games, including a variety of in-game footage.

Battle in Tera Raids

The heat of Tera Raid Battles is still going strong in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, and you can continue to chase after unique Pokémon as well as the rewards that come with defeating them. Tera Raid Battle events are ongoing, and you can reference our Tera Raid Battle Tips article for strategies on how to do your best with other players online.

Scrounge Up Gimmighoul Coins

Looking for a scavenger hunt? It’s even easier to spot Gimmighoul out in the open world with an increased rendering distance, and searching out these Pokémon is a fun way to explore. You’ll find plenty of Gimmighoul by climbing the watchtowers dotted across the map of Paldea, too, and once you’ve climbed them, they become permanent Flying Taxi points to speed up your adventure.

Seek Out Shiny Pokémon

There’s always a chance you’ll find a Shiny Pokémon in the wild, but your chances increase when you see more Pokémon—especially when you find those Pokémon in mass outbreaks (and even more so during certain mass outbreak events). There is a variety of popular areas across the Paldea region, the land of Kitakami, and the Terarium at Blueberry Academy to find the Shiny Pokémon of your dreams. Check out our How to Catch Shiny Pokémon article for tips and tricks that can help you in your search.

Dive into The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero

There’s no better time to enjoy the unique downloadable content available to Trainers playing Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Expand your horizons by taking a field trip through the land of Kitakami and studying abroad at Unova’s Blueberry Academy. Get to know Carmine and Kieran as you encounter exciting new Pokémon—like Ogerpon—in The Teal Mask, challenge new Trainers in The Indigo Disk, and uncover the mystery of Terapagos and the Terastal phenomenon in the conclusion to The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero.

Take In the Beauty of Paldea and Beyond

During your first adventure, you may not have been able to take in all that Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet had to offer. While revisiting these games, take time to see the sights! Make sure to visit some of the key locations that you saw in your original playthrough, too, and see how they’ve truly come to life!