US EditionNew Footage Confirms Switch 2 Versions of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Run at 60fps
- Game Freak released a trailer on June 2, 2025, showcasing Pokemon Scarlet and Violet running at 60 frames per second on the Nintendo Switch 2.
- The upgrade follows criticism of the games' unstable frame rates and subpar performance since their 2022 launch on original Switch hardware.
- The new version improves visual fidelity with crisper character models, smoother animations, enhanced lighting, and more Pokemon visible simultaneously without stutters.
- A free performance upgrade launching June 5 with the Switch 2 will allow the game to run at a stable 60 FPS and 4K resolution when docked, making it the first mainline entry in the series to achieve 60 FPS.
- This upgrade sets a new technical standard and suggests similar improvements for upcoming titles like Pokemon Legends: Z-A, releasing in October for Switch platforms.
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Here’s what Pokémon Scarlet and Violet look like running on Switch 2
Since their launch, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet have faced criticism for their subpar performance. But that’s about to change with the newly released free upgrade for the Nintendo Switch 2. In a new trailer, fans just got a first look at the enhanced experience. Serebii Update: A trailer for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet for Nintendo Switch 2 has been released on the Nintendo Today app https://t.co/gDbXkHSvkT pic.twitter.com/JQlc66YobG— Serebii.net (…
Switch 2 Doesn't Fix POKÉMON's Biggest Problem
Now that the Switch 2 is out, we’re getting a lot of comparison videos of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet gameplay on Switch and the new system. And honestly? It doesn’t look all that different. If you didn’t tell me what was recorded on Switch 2, I’d assume most of the new footage is coming from the original console. Marginal graphics improvements that smooth lines and bump the frame rate up to 60 FPS are great. But I would love to see Pokémon bring b…
Nintendo just showed off one of its most worthwhile free Switch 2 game upgrades
(Credit: The Shortcut/Nintendo)💨 Nintendo has unveiled a valuable upgrade for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet in some new gameplay footage🆕 Shared to the Nintendo Today app, the new footage showcases the game's move to 60fps and a higher resolution💪 Other titles due for free upgrades on Switch 2 include Super Mario Odyssey, ARMS, and Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury💰 Some other games, such as Breath of the Wild and Kirby and the Forgotten Land,…
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