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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Receive Free 60 FPS Upgrade on Switch 2

This upgrade leverages Switch 2’s enhanced hardware to stabilize frame rates across Paldea’s overworld.

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Overview

  • Nintendo released a trailer on June 2 showing Scarlet and Violet running at a steady 60 FPS on the upcoming Switch 2 console.
  • The free day-one update also boosts in-game resolution and extends draw distances to reveal more of the Paldea region.
  • Original Switch versions frequently dipped below 30 FPS in busy areas, an issue now addressed by Switch 2’s greater processing power.
  • Players can download the performance patch when Switch 2 launches on June 5, 2025, at no extra cost.
  • Game Freak and The Pokémon Company plan to support Scarlet and Violet throughout the year ahead of Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s October release.