What happens when you buy the Pokémon Violet DLC?

When you purchase the Pokémon Violet DLC, you’ll gain access to The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, which includes two new story DLCs, The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk, each with its own new legendaries and set of returning Pokémon. This DLC also comes with a New Uniform Set, containing apparel items that you can use immediately in your Pokémon Violet game.

Overview of the Pokémon Violet DLC

The Pokémon Violet DLC offers a new storyline, new Pokémon to catch, and new areas to explore, making it a great addition to the Pokémon Violet game.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. How do I claim my Pokémon Violet DLC?: You can open the Nintendo eShop from the Nintendo Switch main menu to find the DLC, or you can open your copy of Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet and connect to the internet by pressing L.
2. Do I have to buy Pokémon DLC twice for Scarlet and Violet?: If you own both Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games and want access to the DLC for both games, you’ll need to purchase Pokémon Scarlet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero and Pokémon Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero separately.
3. Is the DLC for Pokémon Violet worth it?: If you enjoyed Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, including exploring the world and catching Pokémon, you’ll likely have fun with this DLC, although The Teal Mask has limited content on its own.

DLC Content

4. What comes in the Pokémon Violet expansion pack?: The Expansion Pass contains two pieces of new story DLC, complete with new areas — The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk — each with its own new legendaries and set of returning Pokémon.
5. How many DLCs will Pokémon Violet have?: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet will have two DLC packs, which will bring back a whole host of old Pokémon to the series.
6. What Pokémon will return in Scarlet and Violet DLC?: Some of the Pokémon allegedly returning in Scarlet and Violet DLC include Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Venusaur, Charmander, Charmeleon, Charizard, Squirtle, and Wartortle.

The Teal Mask DLC

7. Is The Teal Mask worth buying?: The Teal Mask has received mixed reviews, with some critics feeling it’s a step down in quality, running terribly, looking ugly, and feeling predictable.
8. Is The Teal Mask only for Scarlet?: The Teal Mask has version-exclusive Pokémon, so if you want to add these Pokémon to your Pokédex, you’ll need to trade with a player who has the opposite version of Pokémon Scarlet or Violet.
9. How long is the Pokémon Violet DLC?: The story of The Teal Mask can be completed in around 5 hours, including catching most of the new Pokémon for the Kitkami Pokédex.

Pokémon Transfer and Availability

10. Can you bring old Pokémon to Scarlet and Violet?: Yes, you can transfer your old Pokémon from other games to Scarlet and Violet, including those from Pokémon Go and other previous Pokémon games.
11. Is Greninja in Violet?: Greninja is available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet as a seven-star raid, giving you a chance to catch the Kalos water starter.
12. What Pokémon are not in Scarlet Violet?: Some Pokémon, such as Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Venusaur, Charmander, Charmeleon, Charizard, Squirtle, and Wartortle, are not initially available in Scarlet and Violet but may be added through DLC or transfers.

Miscellaneous

13. How do you claim Hisuian Zoroark in Pokémon Violet?: To claim Hisuian Zoroark, you’ll need a special 16-digit code that should have been emailed to you by Nintendo when you purchased The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero.
14. Can you get different outfits in Pokémon Violet?: Yes, if you’ve purchased The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, you can get new clothes by going to the Downloadable Content section in the main menu, including school uniforms and other customization options.
15. Is Hisuian Zoroark in Pokémon Violet?: Hisuian Zoroark has been released in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and obtaining Hisuian Zorua comes with a new gimmick, allowing you to add this unique Pokémon to your collection.