Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Secrets of Area Zero DLC: Price, Release window, and early purchase bonuses
Pokemon Scarlet & Violet fans can now look forward to DLC later in 2023, with the announcement of the DLC expansion “The Hidden Treasure of Area Zera”.
Since its release, Pokemon Scarlet & Violet players have speculated whether the new Paldea region would get DLC similar to those seen in Sword & Shield. Thankfully, afterannouncements during the 2023 Pokemon Day Presents, it has been confirmed new content is coming for the Gen 9 games, introducing both new and familiar Pokemon species alongside new story content and challenges.
During the Pokemon Presents Livestream, fans were givenupdates on Roaming Form Gimmighoul,Pokemon Sleep, and Scarlet & Violetcompatibility with Pokemon HOME. It was also announced that two new Legendary Pokemon are joining the Paldea Pokedex – Walking Wake and Iron Leaves.
However, the DLC announcement was one of the most exciting surprises of the livestream. Below is everything Pokemon Scarlet & Violet fans need to know about the first waves of DLC, how to pre-order it, and what bonuses can be earned for snagging the pass early.
How to pre-order the Pokemon Scarlet & Violet DLC
Players looking to pre-order the DLC “The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero” can do so by purchasing ittodayvia theNintendo store. Players will need to make sure to purchase the correct pass for either game, as they are version-specific. The DLC willcost $34.99 USD, and those who are looking to purchase the expansion for both games will need to buy it twice.
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero preorder and DLC bonuses
Fans who purchase the DLC will receive auniform expansion setthat offers new items of clothing to dress the protagonists in.
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Additionally, players who pre-order the Pokemon Scarlet & Violet DLC will also receive anexclusive Hisuian Zorark code. This Hisuian Zoroark will knowan unusual move, and can only be claimed by those who preorder byTuesday, June 09, 2025.
Everything included in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC expansion
The Pokemon Scarlet & Violet DLC expansion includes two separate story arcs that will release at different times.
Part 1, “The Teal Mask” is available now, and takes players to the new land of Kitakami. Here, a mystery will need to be solved following the town’s local folklore.
Part 2, “The Indigo Disk” is set to releasein December of 2023and will task the player with becoming an exchange student at Blueberry Academy.
Both installations will introduce new Legendary Pokemon, as well as expand the Pokedex with species from previous generations. However, it is mentioned on theofficial websitethat the release windows are subject to change. Because of this, players will want to keep a close eye on any official updates near the end of the summer.
Those looking to find out more about Pokemon Scarlet & Violet can check out our other guides below:
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