Should I Pick Scarlet or Violet?

The choice between Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet largely depends on personal preference, as over 90% of the game is the same regardless of the version you choose, with the main differences lying in the riding mascot Pokémon, exclusive Pokémon, and theme, with Violet having a more futuristic approach and Scarlet focusing on the past. Ultimately, if you prefer a Legendary Miraidon and a futuristic theme, Violet might be the better choice, while if you prefer Koraidon and a more historic theme, Scarlet could be the way to go.

FAQs

General Questions

1. What are the main differences between Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? The main differences between Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet include the riding mascot Pokémon, with Violet featuring Miraidon and Scarlet featuring Koraidon, as well as the exclusive Pokémon and the theme, with Violet being more futuristic and Scarlet focusing on the past.
2. Can I play with friends who have a different version? Yes, you can play with friends who have a different version of the game, and it’s even better because you’ll be able to get the exclusives from each other by using the Union Circle in the poké portal.
3. Is Pokémon Scarlet and Violet worth collecting? Many Pokémon TCG’s Scarlet and Violet cards may be worth a significant amount of money, as with every set released within the Trading Card Game, there are both rare and useful cards that collectors and players gather to add to their rosters.

Pokémon Availability and Exclusives

4. Can I get all Pokémon in one version? No, there are version-exclusive Pokémon, so if you want to catch them all, you’ll have to do some trading.
5. What is the most popular Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet? Tinkaton is Scarlet & Violet’s Most Popular Pokémon, with the box legendaries also being popular, coming in at 12th place for Koraidon and 18th for Miraidon.
6. Is Charizard in Scarlet and Violet? Yes, Charizard has been available in Scarlet and Violet during certain events, and with a simple code, fans can get a special Dark-Tera Type Charizard for free.

Game Features and Customization

7. Can I change my school uniform in Scarlet and Violet? You can change between Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter outfits, but your uniform stays on the whole time, with the uniform colors matching your game, orangey red for Scarlet and blueish purple for Violet.
8. Can I unlock more hairstyles in Pokémon Scarlet Violet? Yes, the latest Pokémon Scarlet and Violet update, The Teal Mask, gives players expanded customization options, including new hairstyles and increased shop accessories.
9. How many Pokémon can I keep in Scarlet and Violet? After loading back into the game, players have a maximum box space of 32 boxes, with each box being able to hold 30 Pokémon, meaning players can store 960 Pokémon.

Comparison to Other Games

10. Is Pokémon Scarlet or Violet better than Sword and Shield? Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has many improvements over its mainline series predecessor, Pokémon Sword & Shield, despite receiving mixed reviews from fans and critics.
11. Is Legends: Arceus better than Scarlet and Violet? Legends: Arceus has a better-paced story, properly ramping up the stakes and gradually cluing you into the state of Hisui and the forces affecting it, while Scarlet & Violet’s story is a bit disjointed.

Difficulty and Challenges

12. Is Pokémon Scarlet and Violet hard to beat? Yes, Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has shaped up to be one of the more difficult games in the Pokémon mainline series, with its lack of level scaling and access to high-level Pokémon very early on.
13. What is the hardest Pokémon to get in Pokémon Scarlet? The hardest Pokémon to obtain include Pawmot, Brambleghast, & Rabsca, Ceruledge, Palafin, Tauros (Blaze & Aqua Breed), Ditto & Zorua, Kingambit, The Treasures Of Ruin, and Gholdengo.
14. What is the hardest shiny Pokémon to get? Tauros is one of the hardest Pokémon to shiny hunt, especially the Blaze and Aqua Breeds, due to their rare spawn in a herd of ‘standard’ Tauros.

DLC and Collecting

15. Is the Pokémon Scarlet DLC worth it? The DLC has a decent amount of content, but the story is short, and the performance is still lacking, so it’s justifiable only if you love collecting Pokémon and a cute story, but if you can’t handle the performance issues, you may not be satisfied with your purchase.