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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Get Free 60 FPS Upgrade Ahead of Switch 2 Launch

Nintendo has optimized the games for higher-resolution displays to address earlier performance complaints

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Overview

  • Version 4.0.0 patch is live ahead of the June 5, 2025 Switch 2 debut, unlocking stable 60 FPS gameplay and extended draw distances in Scarlet and Violet.
  • Official notes confirm visuals have been fine-tuned for the Switch 2 screen and high-resolution TVs to deliver crisper image quality.
  • Previews highlight the update’s elimination of lag and stuttering in demanding areas like Casseroya Lake, with more Pokémon populating the overworld.
  • Other Switch favorites—including Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom—will receive free Switch 2 updates adding performance boosts and GameShare support.
  • Pokémon Legends: Z-A remains scheduled for October 16, 2025 on both consoles, with the Switch 2 edition set to feature enhanced graphics and smoother frame rates.