Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)

Updates and Patch Notes

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Updates and Patch Notes
This is Game8's hub for all of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) updates and patch notes. Read on for recent updates, bug fixes, and how to update Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

Version 3.0.1 Update for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV): The Indigo Disk DLC

Will Release on February 1, 2023

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Verson 3.0.1 Bug Fixes
Checkmark Addresses an oversight which locks Pokemon Scarlet Players out of crafting TM 223 Metal Sound.

Checkmark Addresses an oversight to the move Dragon Cheer, where its effect lingers even after switching out the Pokemon.

Checkmark Fixes a bug which causes button input to become unresponsive when levelling Inkay up using Rare Candy or Exp. Candy while below level 30.

Version 3.0.1 will address oversights and bugs that arose with The Indigo Disk Part 2 DLC. This will allow Pokemon Scarlet players to also have a method of crafting TM 223 Metal Sound, and remove a bug which caused Dragon Cheer to linger even after switching out the ally it was used on.

3.0.1 Patch Update (Inkay and Metal Sound Bug Fix)

Version 3.0.0 Update for Indigo Disk DLC

Indigo Disk DLC Release

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Verson 3.0.0 Bug Fixes
Checkmark Rebalances the difficulty for Ogre Oustin'.

Checkmark Updated Abilities like Hospitality, Quark Drive, and Protosynthesis.

Checkmark Other bug fixes.

Version 3.0.0 marks the release of The Indigo Disk Part 2 DLC! This comes alongside improvements for some features, and fixes for multiple bugs previously found within the software.

Version 3.0.0 Patch Notes: Indigo Disk DLC Update

Version 2.0.2 Update for Teal Mask DLC

Coming October 2023, Fixes Trainer Battle Bug and Pokemon GO Transfers

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Verson 2.0.2 Bug Fixes
Checkmark Fixing an issue where your victory against a trainer may not be recorded under certain conditions, preventing you from progressing certain sidequests or getting rewards for winning such as from League Officials in Paldea and the Kitakami Ogre Clan.

Checkmark Fixing a bug preventing special Pokemon originating from Pokemon GO from being moved to Scarlet and Violet even if that species of Pokemon was already transferable before in Scarlet and Violet Version 1.3.2 or earlier.

Checkmark Other bug fixes.

An update coming in the first half of October 2023 will fix an important issue that prevented players who have defeated most of the Trainers in Paldea and Kitakami from progressing in the Kitakami Ogre Clan side quest or from receiving rewards from League Officials.

Version 2.0.2 Update: Teal Mask DLC Patch Notes

Version 2.0.1 Teal Mask DLC Update

Teal Mask DLC Release

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Teal Mask Title Screen

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Verson 2.0.1 Bug Fixes
Checkmark Incorrect descriptive text for the moves Ceaseless Edge, Dire Claw, and Stone Axe has been corrected

Checkmark Fixes a bug where the Itemfinder Mark would not be applied to a Pokémon even if the conditions were met.

Checkmark Fixes a bug where wild Pokémon that have the Titan Mark will now reappear in the field after a certain amount of time if they have been defeated.

Checkmark Other bug fixes.

Version 2.0.1 marks the release of The Teal Mask Part 1 DLC! This comes alongside improvements for some features, and fixes for multiple bugs previously found within the software.

Version 2.0.1 Patch Notes: Teal Mask DLC Update

Pokemon HOME 3.0.1 Update

Bug Fixes for Pokemon HOME

Pokemon HOME 3.0.1 Bug Fixes
Checkmark Fixes issues with Spinda's spots being displayed incorrectly.

Checkmark Fixes issues with Pokemon transferred from Pokemon Legends: Arceus not being registered in the National Pokedex.

Checkmark Fixes display issues with certain ribbons.

Checkmark Other bug fixes.

The mobile version of Pokemon HOME has been released and along with it are fixes for multiple bugs previously found within the software.

Pokemon HOME Version 3.0.0 Compatibility Patch Update (May 30)

Alpha Pokemon Jumbo Mark Bug Fix

Pokemon SV - Pokemon HOME Alpha Pokemon Jumbo Mark Fix
Prior to the 3.0.1 update, certain Pokemon, namely Hisuian Zoroark, Hisuian Goodra, and Overqwil, did not recieve a Jumbo Mark in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) even though they were classified as Alphas in Legends: Arceus.

The bug has since been fixed and will recieve the proper Mark if redeposited to Bank, save and quit, and move it back into Scarlet or Violet!

How to Transfer Pokemon from Pokemon HOME

Version 1.3.2 Live Tournament Patch

Will Adjust Mechanics for Upcoming Live Tournaments

Released in June 28, 2023, a new patch update was released for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet to adjust game mechanics in preparation for upcoming live tournaments.

1.3.2 Live Tournament Patch Update

Pokemon Home Version 3.0.0 Compatibility Patch Update

Pokemon HOME Compatibility Update now Underway!

Pokemon Home Compatibility update
The Pokemon HOME compatibility update maintenance began at May 29, 5PM PST (May 30, 0am UTC)! The estimated maintenance time could last for 6 hours, ending at May 29, 11 PM PST (May 30, 6am UTC), at which point players can finally start transferring Pokemon from HOME to Scarlet and Violet.

Staggered Log-in After Update
(Earliest 11pm PST)

According to the Maintenance notice on the Pokemon HOME app, users will be able to log in at staggered times, to avoid server strain on Pokemon HOME's servers. It is expected that some players will be able to transfer their Pokemon immediately after the update at 11pm PST, but some players might access Pokemon HOME much later.

Pokemon HOME Version 3.0.0
Compatibility Patch Update

JP/KR Tournament Bug Patch 1.3.1

Starting May 25, 2023, a new patch update will release for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet to address issues affecting Japanese and Korean players qualifying for the National Championships and World Championships.

Affected players have already received emails addressing the issues encountered during the online competition.

Japanese and Korean Tournament Bug Patch 1.3.1

Version 1.3.0 Update

Version 1.3.0 Update
・Fixes a bug where Trainers who caught an Egg instead of Walking Wake or Iron Leaves in a Tera Raid Battle before updating to version 1.2.0 were affected by a bug that prevented them from catching either of these Pokémon..
・A change has been made to the deadline for entries for Friendly Competitions, which are found in the Online Competitions section of the Battle Stadium.
・Fixed multiple battle related bugs such as for Cud Chew and Illusion Effect

On April 19, the version 1.3.0 update for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet has been released!

With this update, we have gotten support for those who were affected by the Bad Egg Bug, fixes for bugs in link battles, and other feature adjustments that affected game progress, among other updates. Be sure to download this update to access online functionability.

Version 1.3.0 Patch Update: Patch Notes

Server Maintenance Status

Network Service Restored on September 19, 2023

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Switch Online

The servers last went down on September 19, 2023 due to unknown reasons. However, the servers are now up and running properly.

Server maintenance affects all internet capability of the game. This includes Co-Op Tera Raid Battles, Online Matches and Trading, and Pokemon HOME Battle Data.

Server Maintenance Status

Version 1.2.0 Update

Version 1.2.0 Update
・Select bug fixes will be made. This may include Tera Raid related bugs, general gameplay frame rate performance, online connectivity issues or a host of other potential bug fixes.
・Quality of Life upgrades for the Box such as customizing Pokemon directly on the box, and moving held items easier.
・Pokemon GO can now connect to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet via Mystery Gift.

On Monday, February 27, the version 1.2.0 update for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet has been released!

With this update, we have gotten new features, new functionality for Pokémon Boxes, and fixes for bugs that affected game progress, among other updates. Be sure to download this update to access online functionability.
Version 1.2.0 Patch Update: Patch Notes

How to Update Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

1 With the Pokemon Scarlet or Pokemon Violet game selected on the Home Screen, press the + button on your Switch to view the game data.
2 Select Software Update from the left tab.
3 You can update your game Via the Internet (connection to Wi-Fi is required) or you can Match Version with Local Users (this will prompt you to create or join a group with other nearby users with the updated software).
4 Wait for the update download to complete.

How to Troubleshoot Update Issues

Check Your Internet Connection

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Issue with Update
If your update still would not push through, check if your Switch is connected to the internet.

You can check your internet status by going to the System Settings from the Home screen, and selecting Internet on the left tab.

If the problem persists, you can try restarting your Switch or your router.

How to Check Current Version

Press the + Button on the Home Screen

You can check if your software is up to date after pressing the + button on the Pokemon Scarlet or Pokemon Violet application while on the Home Screen. It will be under the title on the top left corner.

Version History and Changelog

Version History Changes
1.2.0 ・Select bug fixes have been made. This includes Tera Raid related bugs, general gameplay frame rate performance, online connectivity issues or a host of other potential bug fixes.
・Features upgrades such as QoL upgrades for Boxes and battle teams.
1.1.0 ・Season 1 of Ranked Battles will kick off, allowing you to enjoy Ranked Battles through the Battle Stadium.
・An issue has been fixed that caused the music to not play correctly during the battles with the Elite Four and the Top Champion in the Victory Road path.
・Other select bug fixes have been made.
1.0.1 ・Enables multiplayer and online features.
・Bug fixes and adjustments

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Related Links

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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 SV - Torterra Raid Top Banner.png 7-Star Torterra Tera Raid Round 2 is now LIVE
Start Date Nov 22, 2024 (Thu) at 00:00 UTC
End Date Nov 24, 2024 (Sun) at 14:59 UTC
Other Tera Raid Events
Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Blissey Raid Banner5-Star Blissey Tera Shard Event Rerun
[LIVE]
Featured Pokemon:
Blissey with increased drops for Tera Shards and Candies!
Duration: 11/22/2024 (12:00 AM)~ 11/24/2024 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Shiny Rayquaza Raid Banner5-Star Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Level 100 Rayquaza with the Unrivaled Mark
Duration: 12/20/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 1/06/2025 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon Scarlet Violet - Raid Banner5-Star Corviknight and Bellibolt Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Corviknight and Bellibolt 5-Star Raids
Duration: 11/29/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/05/2024 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon SV - Azumarill and Clodsire Raid Banner5-Star Azumarill and Clodsire Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Azumarill and Clodsire 5-Star Raids
Duration: 12/06/2024 (12:00 AM)~ 12/12/2024 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon SV - Annihilape and Kingambit Raid Banner5-Star Annihilape and Kingambit Tera Raid Event Featured Pokemon:
Annihilape and Kingambit 5-Star Raids
Duration: 12/13/2024 (12:00 AM)~ 12/19/2024 (11:59 PM)

Current & Upcoming Mass Outbreak Events

Mass Outbreak Events
Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Tinkatink Mass Outbreak Tinkatink Mass Outbreak Duration: 11/29/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/05/2024 (11:59 PM)
Mark: Ferocious Mark
Location: Paldea
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Wooper Mass Outbreak Wooper Mass Outbreak Duration: 12/06/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/12/2024 (11:59 PM)
Mark: Absent-Minded Mark
Location: Kitakami
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Girafarig Mass Outbreak Girafarig Mass Outbreak Duration: 12/13/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 12/19/2024 (11:59 PM)
Mark: Intellectual Mark
Location: Terarium
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Black-Colored Shiny Pokemon Mass Outbreak Black-Colored Shinies Mass Outbreak Duration: 12/20/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 01/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
Pokemon (Boosted Shiny Rates):
・Cetoddle (Paldea)
・Carbink (Kitakami)
・Fraxure (Terarium)
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Chansey Mass Outbreak Chansey Mass Outbreak Duration: 11/29/2024 (12:00 AM) ~ 01/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
Location: Paldea

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
D0T1STPARTNER DotDot's Quaxly May 19, 2024
-
Nov 30, 2024
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
WEARTERASTALCAP Pokemon SV - Tera CapTerastal Symbol Cap Dec 22, 2023
-
Nov 30, 2024
SEEY0U1NPALDEA Pokemon SV - GimmighoulUpbeat 1IV Gimmighoul Dec 13, 2023
-
Nov 30, 2024
Connect to Pokemon HOME
SprigatitoFuecocoQuaxly
Gen 9 HA Starters
May 3, 2023
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No Expiration

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Server Maintenance Status (February 2024)
No Scheduled Server Maintenance!

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