Game Freak shares more details about Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Game Freak provided more information in a presentation on Wednesday about Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, which will be released for the Nintendo Switch on November 18. In this way, the developer discusses the gameplay and story of the game.

The region in which the new generation takes place is called Paldea. The player is a high school student participating in a treasure hunting competition. During the journey through the region, he encounters one of the two legendary Pokémon of Paldea, which can be used as a means of transportation. The trailer shows that Koraidon and Miraidon can 'drive', but also swim and fly. The gyms return in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. As in the previous games, there are eight gyms. However, this time the player can choose in which order he wants to complete them.

The game features a new gameplay element called Terastal. The Pokémon undergoes a transformation during the battle and takes on a crystal-like appearance. In addition, the creature's attacks become stronger. In some cases, the Pokémon's type may also change. What type it turns into varies per individual Pokémon. For example, an Eevee may retain its original Normal type after its Terastal transformation, but other Eevees may become a Grass-type or a Water-type.