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Newsweek
2 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Run at 60fps on Nintendo Switch 2
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to be released tomorrow, and with it comes a host of updates, both free and paid, for Nintendo Switch games. Among those are Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the most recent games in the Pokémon series, and it looks like developer Game Freak has gone all out with the updates. A number of press previews for the Switch 2 updated version of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet went live overnight, and the game is looking and running significantly better than it did on the Nintendo Switch. Preview footage for the update shows the game running above 1080p, up from a dynamic 1080p on Switch 1, at a locked 60fps, more than double what was possible with the game on the Switch. A screenshot of the increased spawn rate in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on the Nintendo Switch 2. A screenshot of the increased spawn rate in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on the Nintendo Switch 2. The Pokémon Company Fans have also noticed that the spawn distance and number of spawns available on screen has significantly increased, with some saying the number is as high as 30, up from a hard limit of 16 on Switch. The news has come as a shock to fans who were expecting more modest upgrades from Game Freak. Many were expecting the update to lock the resolution to 1080p – it previously typically hovered at around 900p when docked – and a stable 30fps. The game on Switch had well-documented performance problems, including frequent frame drops below its 30fps target. The performance issues for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet were immediately noticed at launch, with fans outraged by the state of the game. In addition to performance issues, the games frequently suffered from bugs and glitches, and Nintendo, the game's publisher, had to apologise for the state it launched in. Now, it looks like Game Freak has made good on the game, finally delivering acceptable performance and a much higher resolution. Those performance and visual enhancements will also be present on Switch 2 in the next game in the series, Pokémon Legends Z-A, which is set to be released late this year on Switch and Switch 2.
Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Nintendo Switch 2 updates for over 12 Switch games live now including Pokémon
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Super Mario Odyssey, and others have all received widespread improvements on the Switch 2 console, as Nintendo releases the full patch notes. While the core appeal of the Switch 2 might hinge on new exclusives like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, the new console will also improve the performance of many existing Switch 1 titles. Nintendo previously confirmed 12 original Switch games would receive improvements on the Switch 2, ranging from ARMS and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker to Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury. Ahead of the Switch 2's launch on Thursday, June 5, Nintendo has rolled out these updates, with some titles not previously mentioned also getting minor upgrades. Beyond the aforementioned titles, the other previously confirmed games with Switch 2 updates are Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Super Mario Odyssey, Zelda: Link's Awakening, Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom, Big Brain Academy: Brain Vs. Brain, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Game Builder Garage, and 51 Worldwide Games. The updates vary between titles, but some add GameShare support (where you can share games locally with just one cartridge), mouse controls, or improvements to the visuals and frame rate. These will benefit certain games more than others, but the improvements to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, which was marred by technical issues on the original Switch, appear to be quite drastic. Nintendo has released footage on the Nintendo Today app to highlight the improved visuals and frame rate, and it looks like a far smoother experience. Even though it was the bugs that were the main problem at release. All these updates are officially live now, so anyone who is picking up a Switch 2 can take advantage of them from launch day. More Trending Aside from these titles, a number of updates have rolled out for other original Switch games too, namely Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom, Zelda: Breath Of The Wild, Pikmin 3 Deluxe, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Kirby's Dream Buffet, Kirby Star Allies, Super Mario 3D All-Stars, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3. These updates appear to be less substantial, so we haven't listed them below, but all of them (minus Pikmin 3 Deluxe) have the same vague line in the patch notes: 'Several adjustments have been made to improve gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2.' Some of these have specific changes, with both Zelda titles getting additional language settings, while the update for Pikmin 3 Deluxe is to fix an issue where 'the entire screen flickers during some scenes in the game, such as when a day starts and ends'. An update is promised 'in the near future' to fix the issue completely on Switch 2. As for the other updates, you can check out the full patch notes below. ARMS Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. Frame rate: Optimized for Nintendo Switch 2 for smoother movement (even when playing with 3 or more players). HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness. Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. Frame rate: Improved for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2. Super Mario Odyssey Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness. Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode. Added support for GameShare. Two players can play, with one controlling Mario while the other controls Cappy. The user who will host the GameShare session should select 'Resume 2P' on the title screen or 'Two Players' on the Pause menu, then select 'GameShare + Local Play' or 'GameShare + GameChat'. Zelda: Link's Awakening Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness. Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode. Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Added a feature to display only favorited echoes in the list of echoes after 30 or more echoes have been learned. Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness. Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode. Fixed various issues to create a smoother gaming experience. Big Brain Academy: Brain Vs. Brain Added support for GameShare. Party Mode content can be played with up to 4 users. The user who will host the GameShare session should select 'GameShare' on the mode selection screen after launching the software. They can then choose to use GameShare with Local Users or with GameChat members. New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. Game Builder Garage Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. Added support for Joy-Con 2 mouse controls. Up to 8 Joy-Con 2 can be used. (As up to now, 1 USB mouse can be used, as well.) As a result of improved processing speed, there may be some changes in behavior in games that were made previously on Nintendo Switch. 51 Worldwide Games Added Korean as a supported language. Added support for GameShare: You can play 34 kinds of games with up to 4 players. The user who will host the GameShare session should select 'GameShare' from the main menu, then 'Via GameChat' or 'Play With Local Users'. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness. Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode. Added support for GameShare. Two people can play all the courses, and each person can have their own unique display that is easier to see. The person sharing can press the – button on the title screen or course select screen or go to 'Partner Adventure' in the pause menu and select 'GameShare + Local Play' or 'GameShare + GameChat.' Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. Frame rate: Optimized for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2 (including Bowser's Fury). HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness (Bowser's Fury only). Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode. Added support for GameShare. You can play Super Mario 3D World with up to four people. Press R on the course select screen for 'Local/Online,' and then choose 'GameShare + Local Users' or 'GameShare + GameChat.' In Bowser's Fury, two players can play, with one controlling Mario while the other controls Bowser Jr. Once you can control Mario, press the + button to open 'Menu,' and then choose 'Local/Online,' and then choose 'GameShare + Local Users' or 'GameShare + GameChat.' Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Games Inbox: When will there be Nintendo Switch 2 console reviews? MORE: New Nintendo Switch 2 bundles can be paid for in instalments MORE: No The Witcher 4 release date but game looks stunning in new tech demo
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Switch 2 Update 4.0.0 is here, check out what's new
(Image via Nintendo) Pokémon Scarlet and Violet just received a fresh new upgrade on Switch 2 and it's absolutely free. Ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2's official release, a new version 4.0.0 patch is now live, giving the games a much-needed performance makeover. The long-awaited performance update has officially gone live and is packed with upgrades tailored for the new console. Here's everything you need to know about the update. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Switch 2 Update Patch Notes The 4.0.0 patch is all about optimization – smoother gameplay, sharper visuals, and an overall better experience when running the games on Switch 2. And yes, it's completely free. Switch 2 News - 60fps Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Gameplay, Album Overhaul & More Better Visuals on Switch 2 The first thing you'll notice: everything looks cleaner. This update optimizes Pokémon Scarlet and Violet specifically for the Switch 2's upgraded display. Whether you're roaming through Paldea's open world or battling in Tera Raids, textures are sharper, lighting feels more natural, and characters look noticeably better on high-res screens. Frame Rate Gets a Boost Remember the occasional lag and frame drops during open-world exploration? That's (mostly) history. On Switch 2, the patch significantly improves frame rate performance. The result? Movement is much smoother, battles feel snappier, and exploring the wilds of Paldea is a whole lot more immersive. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Ready for the Next Generation With the Switch 2's launch around the corner, Nintendo isn't wasting time. Scarlet and Violet are among the first titles to be fully optimized for the new hardware, and the difference is already noticeable. It's not just future games that'll look better – legacy titles are getting love too. These 12 Games Will Receive FREE Switch 2 Upgrades More Games Getting the Switch 2 Treatment Pokémon isn't alone in this. Nintendo has also confirmed that other fan-favorite titles like Super Mario Odyssey and Clubhouse Games will be receiving free Switch 2 updates. And The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom ? That's also getting a performance boost when played on the new system. So, if you're planning a full-blown nostalgia trip on Switch 2, you're in luck. What's Next for Pokémon? While Scarlet and Violet are getting this performance revamp, fans are already eyeing what's coming next – Pokémon Legends: Z-A . Launching October 16, it'll drop in two versions: one for Switch 1 and a visually enhanced edition for Switch 2. Oh, and don't forget – a new Pokémon Presents is set to air on July 22, and it might just offer more Switch 2 updates, sneak peeks, or even surprises for Scarlet and Violet players.
Metro
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Pokémon Gen 10 on Switch 2 is an 'oceanic adventure' as leaks reveal new info
A leaker has claimed they know what real world location the next mainline Pokémon games will be based on, and it involves a lot of sailing. Pokémon is bringing back the Paris-inspired Lumiose City from Pokémon X/Y in upcoming game Pokémon Legends: Z-A, but rumours suggest the next set of mainline games will head in an entirely different direction. Following 2022's Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, which added the likes of Quaxly and Sprigatito, we're officially heading into the tenth generation of Pokémon games, aka Gen 10. The games have not been officially announced, but they're expected to be released on the Switch 2 at some point relatively soon – with many fans expecting a 2026 launch. Now, according to a leaker, Nintendo is planning to launch Scarlet and Violet's successor on the Switch 2 next year, and the game's setting will apparently also be inspired by European geography and fauna. As posted by Centro Leaks on X, the next Pokémon games, codenamed Gaia, are said to 'take place in the Cyclades' – a cluster of Greek islands in the Aegean sea. 'Get ready for an oceanic adventure,' they added in the post, with a screenshot of a map of the actual Cyclades. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet took inspiration from Spain and Portugal for the Paldea region, while Sword and Shield's Galar region was based on the UK – so it's certainly possible that Greece could be next on the list. Get ready for an oceanic adventure 🏝️ It's true, we can confirm that Pokémon Gen 10, codenamed Gaia, will take place in the Cyclades!The game is planned for release next year exclusively for Switch 2 🛴 — Centro LEAKS (@CentroLeaks) April 25, 2025 The problem with the rumour is that Centro Leaks isn't considered particularly reliable in fan circles, but existing evidence also points towards a potential island setting. In files pulled from last year's 'teraleak' at developer Game Freak, an alleged exchange was highlighted between several employees, including the studio's director Shigeru Ohmori, where they said the next game after Scarlet and Violet would have 'an island theme'. The exchange, which is about concerns of overlapping ideas between projects, also suggests the next game will feature 'one of many islands' – hinting at some kind of sea traversal. A painting in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet also led to some speculation that the next region could be inspired by Italy or Greece, based on the image's architecture. Game Freak has been known to hide small references to the next game before, with Redditors having retroactively found hints to Gen 9 in Sword and Shield. If the island setting is true, this wouldn't be the first time Pokémon has adopted the theme, with Pokémon Sun and Moon's Alola region being inspired by Hawaii. A Greek take could be interesting though, especially with all the nation's mythology to mine. More Trending It also makes sense that the next mainline games will launch next year, as there's usually a three-year gap between core titles. If it does come out in 2026, that will be four years after Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, but the existence of Pokémon Legends: Arceus and its upcoming sequel Legends: Z-A has perhaps caused a slight schedule shift. That and complaints that Game Freak's tech is still behind the curve of other first party Nintendo games. Beyond Pokémon Legends Z-A, a new battle-focused spin-off called Pokémon Champions is also in development for Switch and mobile. A release date has yet to be announced. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 had more players on Steam than any Final Fantasy MORE: Nintendo reveals reason for Switch 2 summer launch and it sounds a bit weird MORE: The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered price cut already available for PC
