Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Receive Major Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade with June 2025 Patch

Nintendo has offered fans a first look at Pokémon Scarlet and Violet running on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, highlighting significant gameplay and technical improvements coming to both titles.

Developed by Game Freak, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet were originally released for the Nintendo Switch in November 2022, becoming a flagship entry for the franchise on hybrid hardware.

Now, with the arrival of Nintendo Switch 2 in June 2025, these best-selling games are poised to take full advantage of the platform's enhanced capabilities. In an official video released on June 2, 2025, Nintendo demonstrated the visual and performance upgrades in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.

The footage showcases considerable improvements, with smoother frame rates, increased graphical fidelity, and a much larger number of Pokémon and environmental objects rendered simultaneously on screen.

These enhancements address several areas of fan feedback from the original release while leveraging the advanced hardware specifications of the new console. Nintendo has confirmed that both Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will receive a dedicated update patch for Nintendo Switch 2, launching on June 5, 2025—the same day the new console is released.

According to Nintendo, the patch will deliver upgraded frame rate stability, expanded draw distances, and higher object densities, all contributing to an improved open-world experience for trainers exploring the Paldea region.

The update, available digitally through the Nintendo eShop, will ensure that new and returning players alike can enjoy the definitive versions of these groundbreaking titles on Switch 2. A statement from the developer, summarized by Nintendo, emphasized their commitment to bringing the Pokémon experience to a new level of immersion and performance.

"With the technological advancements of Nintendo Switch 2, we are excited to provide players with a richer and more dynamic world in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet," said the company.

"The update will optimize gameplay and visuals, making use of the system’s capabilities to further enhance our latest Pokémon adventure." Pokémon Scarlet and Violet have achieved remarkable commercial success since their initial release, surpassing 20 million copies sold globally and reinforcing Nintendo and Game Freak’s reputation for creating genre-defining RPG experiences.

The Switch 2 patch not only ensures continued support for these titles but also signals Nintendo’s ongoing efforts to enhance its most popular franchises for next-generation hardware. With the release of Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, 2025, and the accompanying updates for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, fans can anticipate a revitalized adventure packed with technical advancements and fresh potential.

For those eager to revisit the Paldea region or dive into it for the first time, Nintendo’s latest showcase delivers compelling reasons to make the leap to Switch 2.

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