Is there a DLC for Scarlet and Violet?

Yes, there is a DLC (Downloadable Content) for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, known as The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, which includes two expansions: Part 1: The Teal Mask and Part 2: The Indigo Disk. The DLC offers new areas to explore, Pokémon to catch, and trainers to battle, providing additional content to the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet games.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1. What is the DLC bonus for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? The DLC bonus for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is a Hisuian Zoroark that knows an unusual move, available as an early-purchase bonus for those who purchase The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC.
2. How do I access the Scarlet and Violet DLC? To access the DLC, update the game, then head into Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and you’ll be phoned by Jacq who’ll invite you to the land of Kitakami; go to the entrance hall at the school to begin The Teal Mask DLC.
3. What’s in the Scarlet Violet DLC? The DLC includes returning Pokémon such as Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Venusaur, Squirtle, Wartortle, Blastoise, Sandshrew, and Sandslash, among others.

Purchase and Availability

4. Is Pokémon Scarlet DLC free? No, Pokémon Scarlet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero and Pokémon Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero are each available for $34.99 USD, including two new areas to explore as they release.
5. Is Violet DLC worth it? The DLC is worth it if you love collecting Pokémon and enjoy a cute story, but the cost may not be justifiable if you’re concerned about performance issues.
6. When to buy Pokémon Violet DLC? Bundle packs of the Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet game plus The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC are slated for release on Friday, November 3, 2023.

Gameplay and Features

7. What does teal mask DLC add? The Teal Mask DLC adds a new story that expands on your adventures in the Paldea region with all-new areas to explore, Pokémon to catch, and trainers to battle.
8. Is teal mask only for scarlet? No, The Teal Mask is available for both Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, with version-exclusive Pokémon.
9. What level is the teal mask? The Teal Mask DLC has Pokémon levels around Level 55 to start if you’ve completed the main story, or around Level 12 if you haven’t finished the main story.

Pokémon and Characters

10. Is Greninja in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC? Greninja can be obtained in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet through a limited-time Tera Raid event or by trading.
11. Where is JACQ in the teal mask? Jacq can be found near a tree just next to the east side of the bridge leading into Mossui Town, heading towards Reveler’s Road.
12. What Pokémon are in the Violet DLC? The DLC adds 230 Pokémon, including returning Pokémon like Bulbasaur and Squirtle, as well as new ones.

Performance and Quality

13. Is the hidden treasure of area zero worth it? The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero is a nice adventure but falls short due to performance problems, making it a questionable purchase.
14. Is Pokémon Scarlet better than Violet? Pokémon Scarlet is considered superior to Pokémon Violet in many regards, especially for those with a complete Pokedex.
15. How do you claim the DLC in Pokémon Violet? To claim the DLC, open the Nintendo eShop, find the DLC, or open your copy of Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet, connect to the internet, and select the “Downloadable Content” button.