Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)

Preorder Bonuses and How to Preorder

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Titles
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) for the Nintendo Switch is now available for preorder! Learn how and where to pre order the newest installment of the Pokemon franchise, as well as all preorder bonuses!

Scarlet and Violet Early Purchase Bonuses

Early Purchase Bonuses



Flying Tera Type Pikachu

Pokemon Scarlet Violet SV - Flying Tera Type Pikachu

Players who get either Pokemon Scarlet or Pokemon Violet early during its global release will be granted a very special Pikachu that cannot be obtained normally within the game!

This Pikachu knows the move Fly, and has Flying as its Tera Type. For more details on what this means, check our guide on the new Terastal Feature.

The gifted Pikachu can be obtained through the Get via Internet option in the Mystery Gift feature, and it can only be obtained for a limited time.

All Mystery Gift Codes and How to Get

Cut-Off Date

The cut-off date for this bonus is February 28, 2023. Only one Flying Tera Type Pikachu per game will be provided.

Purchase Deadline February 28, 2023
Expiration Date to Redeem Bonus February 28, 2023

Both Retail and Downloaded versions of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are eligible for the Early Purchase Bonus.

Get An Adventure Set for Digital Preorders

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV -  Adventure Set

Purchasing Pokemon Scarlet and Violet early from the Nintendo eShop will allow you to receive a serial code for an Adventure Set, which includes a set of useful items in-game.

Item Name Quantity
Potion 10x
Full Heal 5x
Revive 3x
Ether 3x
Rare Candy 1x
Nugget 1x

Cut-Off Date

The cut-off date for this bonus is February 28, 2023. Only one code per game will be provided.

Purchase Deadline February 28, 2023
Expiration Date to Redeem Bonus March 7, 2023

Double Pack: 200 Poke Balls

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Pokeballs

As a bonus for ordering either the physical or digital version of the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Double Pack, you will receive a serial code for 200 Poke Balls that are useable in-game.

There doesn't seem to be any specific deadline for this bonus, so all players who purchase the Double Pack at any time should be able to redeem it with no expiration date.

Double Pack Details

Scarlet & Violet Nintendo Switch OLED

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Switch OLED

A Scarlet & Violet Edition of the Switch OLED was released last November 4, 2022 in various retailers worldwide.

This Switch OLED features new designs, but contains no new features when compared to the regular Switch OLED.

How to Preorder and Buy the Scarlet & Violet Nintendo Switch OLED

Scarlet and Violet Digital Preorder Bonuses

Digital Preorder Bonuses

Pokemon Center Exclusive Backpack Accessory

Pokemon Scarlet Violet SV - Backpack Preorder Bonus

Preordering from Pokemon Center will reward users a code for a special in-game backpack accessory that can be used in your Scarlet and Violet adventures! This has been confirmed to be available on the Pokemon Center websites for the US, UK, and Canada.

Cut-Off Date

The cut-off date for this bonus is November 11, 2022. Redemption instructions will be sent to the email address associated with the purchase by November 18, 2022. Only one code per game will be provided.

Purchase Deadline November 11, 2022
Expiration Date to Redeem Bonus TBD

Get Two Codes With The Double Pack

Purchasing the double pack will grant the user with two codes to use for both games! Give that to your friend (together with the other game) then tackle the open world together!
Release Date and Time: When Will Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) Come Out?

Japan-Exclusive Digital Preorder Bonus Campaign

Pokemon Scarlet Violet SV - Preorder Bonus Campaign

Players who preorder Pokemon Scarlet or Violet either physically or digitally in Japan will receive a serial code giving access to exclusive digital contents such as wallpapers, and raffles will be held with exclusive goods available as prizes.

Preorder Bonus Campaign Official Website (Japanese Only)

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Physical Preorder Bonuses

Physical Preorder Bonuses by Country
United States United Kingdom Canada
Australia Singapore Europe
Japan

Steelbook Available in Some Countries

Various retailers are offering a Steelbook version of the game box, with a golden Steelbook for the Double Pack and Scarlet and Violet-colored Steelbooks for each game. We've listed retailers which offer the Steelbooks for the UK, Australia, and Singapore below, but residents in other countries should check websites for local retailers as the Steelbooks have been reported in other regions as well.

▶️Details on Pokemon Official Website (Philippines)

United States Preorder Bonuses


Trainers in the US can receive various bonuses such as an exclusive pin set from GameStop, an exclusive starter figurine from Target, or a Berry Set from BestBuy.

At present, details on the GameStop exclusive are not on the site and it is listed as Currently Unavailable.

Store Single Game/Double Pack Bonus Price
Amazon Both Code for Healing Set Double Pack $119.99 USD Single Pack $59.88 USD
GameStop Double Pack Only Pin Set featuring the box Legendaries Double Pack $119.98 USD
Best Buy Both Code for Berry Set Double Pack $119.99 USD Single Pack $59.99 USD
Target Double Pack Only Figurine featuring the 3 Starter Pokemon Double Pack $119.99 USD

United Kingdom Preorder Bonuses

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - UK Steelbook Bonus.png
UK stores offer a variety of exclusive bonuses, including Steel Books, Pokemon Figurines, Double Sided Posters and Sticky Notes!

Store Single Game/Double Pack Bonus Price
Pokemon Center Double Pack Steel Book Double Pack Pack €99.99
Single Game €49.99
GAME Both Starter Pokemon Figurines (Both);
Steel Book (Double Pack Only)
Double Pack €99.99
Single Game €49.99
Game Collection Single Game Double Sided Poster and Sticky Notes €42.95
Nintendo Store UK Both Steel Book, Aluminium Water Bottle, and Notebook Double Pack €130.99
Single Game €65.99

Canada Preorder Bonuses

Store Single Game/Double Pack Bonus Price
Amazon Both Code for Healing Set Double Pack $159.96 CAD Single Pack $79.96 CAD
BestBuy Both Code for Berry Set Double Pack $159.99 CAD Single Game $79.99 CAD

Australia Preorder Bonuses

Australia is the middle of the pack here with Steel Books included with their Single Game options as well as the Double Pack.

Store Single Game/Double Pack Bonus Price
The GamesMen Both Steel Book Double Pack $159.95 AUD
Single Game $68 AUD
JB HiFi Both Steel Book +
Code for Healing Set
Double Pack $149 AUD
Single Game $69 AUD
Amazon Double Pack Steel Book Double Pack $128 AUD Single Game $48 AUD
Harvey Norman Double Pack Steel Book Double Pack $128 AUD Single Game $48 AUD
Dick Smith's Double Pack Steel Book Double Pack $134 AUD Single Game $69 AUD
Big W Double Pack Steel Book Double Pack $134 AUD
Single Game $69 AUD

Singapore Preorder Bonuses

Singapore's Pokemon Center offers an A5 Art Book as an exclusive preorder bonus!

Store Single Game/Double Pack Bonus Price
Pokemon Center Both 1x A5 Art Book (Single Game);
2x A5 Art Book (Double Pack)
Double Pack $159.80 SGD Single Game $79.90 SGD
Shopitree Both Steel Book (only displayed in the Single Game image) Double Pack $138.90 SGD Single Game $69.90 SGD
Quisahn Both Steel Book Double Pack $130 SGD Single Game $64 SGD

Europe Preorder Bonuses

Get a Soothe Bell and 10 Luxury Balls when you preorder in Italy or the Netherlands!

Store Single Game/Double Pack Bonus Price
Gamestop Italy Both 10 x Luxury Ball and 1x Soothe Bell (Both);

Steel Book (Double Pack)
Double Pack 119,98€ Single Game 60,98€
Media Markt Netherlands Both Healing Set (Single Game);

10x Luxury Ball and 1x Soothe Bell (Double Pack)
Double Pack 119,99€ Single Game 56,99€

Japan Preorder Bonuses

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Pikachu Card

Preordering physical copies of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet in Japan will allow you to receive a special promo Pikachu card featuring Scarlet and Violet's Starter Pokemon: Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly.

Store Single Game/Double Pack Bonus Price
animate Both Microfiber Mini Towel Double Pack ¥13,156 JPY Single Game ¥6,578 JPY
Amazon.co.jp Both In-Game Backpack (Both);
Cutlery Set (Double Pack)
AmiAmi Both 2L Bromide
AEON / AEON STYLE Both Stainless Thermo Tumbler with Lid
gamers Both Multicloth with Pikachu and the starters
7net Both Variety Ball Set (In-game Item);
Pouch
Rakuten Books Both Knapsack;
Acrylic Keychain
Loppi Both Rubber Keychain;
Acrylic Calendar (Double Pack)
WonderGOO Both Mug
イトーヨーカドー Both Set of 2 Glasses (Double Pack) Double Pack ¥13,156 JPY Single Game ¥6,028 JPY
auPAY Both Coasters Double Pack ¥12,800 JPY Single Game ¥6,480 JPY
EDION Both 1 random Friction Stamp of Pikachu or the Starters (Single Game);
Set of 3 Friction Stamps of the Starters (Double Pack)
Double Pack ¥11,960 JPY Single Game ¥5,980 JPY
GEO Both Compressed Towel (Master Ball and Pokeball) (Double Pack) Double Pack ¥11,704 JPY Single Game ¥5,852 JPY
Joshin Both A5 Jigsaw Puzzle Double Pack ¥11,560 JPY Single Game ¥5,780 JPY
TSUTAYA Single Game Bookmark Clip Single Game ¥6,578 JPY
Toys"R"Us Both B5 Jigsaw Puzzle Double Pack ¥11,999 JPY Single Game ¥6,299 JPY
Nojima Online Both 3 Notebooks (Double Pack);
Version Notebook (Single Game)
Double Pack ¥11,300 JPY Single Game ¥5,680 JPY
Bic Camera Both Acrylic Photo Stand;
Clear File
Double Pack ¥13,150 JPY Single Game ¥6,570 JPY
FamilyMart Both Acrylic Key Chain Double Pack ¥12,498 JPY Single Game ¥6,249 JPY
furu1.net Both Deck Case Double Pack ¥11,836 JPY Single Game ¥5,918 JPY
Yodobashi Camera Both Deck Case Double Pack ¥12,480 JPY Single Game ¥6,240 JPY
Don Quijote - Mug with Lid -
Heiwado Both Melamine Bowl
Pokemon Center Both A5 Art Book
Mr Max Both Body Warmer Case
Uny/Apita Piago - Tin Badge

How and Where to Preorder Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Digital Preorder

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Digital Versions and Preorder

As of the release of the June 1 Second Trailer, digital preorders for the game are live in the Nintendo eShop. Access the eShop via your Nintendo Switch or the online portal to preorder either game!

Nintendo eShop Preorder Links
Pokemon Scarlet Pokemon Violet
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Double Pack

Physical Preorder

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Physical Versions

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will be available on November 18, 2022, but certain stores and outlets are already listing preorder for the games. Additionally, you can also head over to the Official Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Website to know details on when physical preorders become available from the official store.

Prices below are shown in USD, before tax.

Pokemon Center

Preorder Link Description Price
Pokemon Scarlet Physical Copy of Pokemon Scarlet $59.99
Pokemon Violet Physical Copy of Pokemon Violet $59.99
Double Pack Physical Copy of Scarlet and Violet $119.99

▼ Pokemon Center Preorder Bonus ▼

Amazon

Preorder Link Description Price
Pokemon Scarlet Physical Copy of Pokemon Scarlet $59.99
Pokemon Violet Physical Copy of Pokemon Violet $59.99

Walmart

Preorder Link Description Price
Pokemon Scarlet Physical Copy of Pokemon Scarlet $59.88
Pokemon Violet Physical Copy of Pokemon Violet $59.88
Double Pack Physical Copy of Scarlet and Violet $119.99

Best Buy

Preorder Link Description Price
Pokemon Scarlet Physical Copy of Pokemon Scarlet $59.99
Pokemon Violet Physical Copy of Pokemon Violet $59.99
Double Pack Physical Copy of Scarlet and Violet $119.99

Target

Preorder Link Description Price
Pokemon Scarlet Physical Copy of Pokemon Scarlet $59.99
Pokemon Violet Physical Copy of Pokemon Violet $59.99
Double Pack Physical Copy of Scarlet and Violet $119.99

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Version Differences

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Scarlet and Violet Differences

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet feature many different version exclusives such as Legendary Pokemon, Professors, Ride Pokemon, and even the Academy you start in.

While exclusive Pokemon can be obtained by Trading, others such as your Professor and the Academy you start in cannot be changed.

Version Differences: Scarlet vs. Violet

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Preorder Information

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Release Date
Preorder Start Date March 3, 2022
Release Date November 18, 2022
Price $59.99 (Single Copy)
$119.99 (Double Pack)
Release Versions Physical Copy, Digital Copy

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Related Links

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - News Banner

Latest News and Game Info

DLC Epilogue

DLC Story Epilogue
Pokemon SV The Indigo Disk - DLC Story Epilogue DLC Story Epilogue
The story epilogue for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC is now live!
How to Start ・Complete Base Game, Teal Mask, Indigo Disk
・Complete Academy Ace Tournament
・Get Mythical Pecha Berry Mystery Gift

Current & Upcoming Tera Raid Events

Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Shiny Rayquaza Raid Banner5☆ Shiny Rayquaza Raid Event is LIVE!
Start Date Dec 20, 2024 (Fri) at 00:00 UTC
End Date Dec 05, 2025 (Sun) at 11:59 UTC
Other Tera Raid Events
Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Blissey Raid Banner.png5-Star Blissey Tera Shard Event [LIVE] Featured Pokemon:
Blissey with increased odds to drop Tera Shards and Candies
Duration: 12/20/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 1/05/2025 (11:59 PM)

Current & Upcoming Mass Outbreak Events

Mass Outbreak Events
Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Chansey Mass Outbreak Chansey Mass Outbreak
[LIVE]
Duration: 11/29/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 01/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
Location: Paldea
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Black-Colored Shiny Pokemon Mass Outbreak Black-Colored Shinies Mass Outbreak
[LIVE]
Duration: 12/20/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 01/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon (Boosted Shiny Rates):
・Cetoddle (Paldea)
・Carbink (Kitakami)
・Fraxure (Terarium)

Current & Upcoming Tournaments, Online Competitions and Ranked Battle Season

Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Series HRanked Battle Regulation H
[LIVE]
Ruleset: Paradox, Legendary, and Mythical Pokemon are banned in Regulation H!

Current Mystery Gift Codes

All Mystery Gift Codes
Code/Method Reward Start / End
ELEMENTST0NES Fire StoneEvolution Stones Set 1 Nov 18, 2024
-
Dec 31, 2025
C0SM1CST0NES Sun StoneEvolution Stones Set 2 Nov 18, 2024
-
Dec 31, 2025
V1TAM1NS VitaminsVitamins Set Nov 18, 2024
-
Dec 31, 2025
W1DEGUARDLA1C25 Patrick ConnorsPatrick Connors' Pelipper Nov 15, 2024
-
Nov 21, 2025
Collect Serial Codes From Merchandise
Deoxys Normal FormeKeldeo OrdinaryZarude
Mythical Pokemon Campaign
Nov 22, 2024
-
April 30, 2025
Pokemon HOME Dex Completion Reward Shiny MeloettaPokemon HOME Shiny Meloetta Permanent
909TEAMUP06 RoyRoy's Fuecoco July 25, 2024
-
Jan 31, 2025
Y0AS0B1B1R1B1R1 YOASOBI Pawmot YOASOBI Pawmot Mar 13, 2024
-
Feb 28, 2025
NE0R0T0MC0VER Pokemon SV Neo-Kitakami Case Rotom Phone Icon.pngNeo-Kitakami Rotom Phone Case Jan 15, 2024
-
TBD
Select
Get via Internet
Mythical Pecha BerryMythical Pecha Berry N/A
G0TCHAP0KEM0N Quick Ball.pngQuick Ball Dec 26, 2023
-
Feb 28, 2025
SUPEREFFECT1VE Expert Belt.pngExpert Belt Dec 26, 2023
-
Feb 28, 2025
Connect to Pokemon HOME
SprigatitoFuecocoQuaxly
Gen 9 HA Starters
May 3, 2023
-
No Expiration

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1 Anonymousabout 2 years

Mediamarkt and Saturn in Germany also give you the figure. On Otto you can get a coffee cup

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