The DLC coming later this year for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, as is often the case with large releases, comes with bonus content for those who pre-order. While not deeply connected to the main DLC, these bonuses still provide small additions likely to be appreciated by players. They also help to make it easier to wait for the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet DLC’s release date to arrive by contributing to two very different parts of the gameplay experience.
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero itself is not expected to arrive for some months yet, but its pre-order bonuses are actually available immediately. As a result, players are already able to expand their games in various small ways. Although the content included in these bonuses pales in comparison to that of the full DLC, it does still offer a slight taste of what is to come. Of course, an unfortunate range of glitches has also led some to consider it not worth buying Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s DLC at present. However, as time goes on and these issues are patched, the DLC ($34.90 at present) becomes ever more appealing.
Pokémon Players Can Dress In Style With New Uniform Options
The New Uniform Set is one of two pre-order bonuses currently available for The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC. This clothing set provides players with four new school uniforms, one for each season, along with a new hat and bag. As with the base games, the appearance of the new outfits differs depending on the game version. Pokémon Scarlet’s Naranja Academy uses a predominantly orange uniform, while Pokémon Violet’s Uva Academy uses purple. These colors match the academies’ fruit emblems, oranges, and grapes respectively, and the fruits can also be seen featured in the new uniforms’ patterns as stylized designs.
Hisuian Zoroark Is A Limited-Time Pre-order Bonus
The other early access pre-order bonus for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's DLC confirmed at this time is a Hisuian Zoroark, which is obtainable via a code. This Zoroark is available for a limited time only, but players still have plenty of time as it can be obtained from purchases made up to October 31, 2023, with the code itself valid until February 29, 2024. This Zoroark is somewhat unique in that it knows Happy Hour, a move exclusive to event Pokémon which doubles the money obtained after a battle. It should also be noted that this Zoroark comes with the Charismatic Mark, which gives it the title of ‘the Radiant’ in battle and has a Dark Tera-type.
As The Teal Mask is expected to release this Fall, and The Indigo Disk in Winter, there is a possibility that further pre-order bonuses may be announced as the release draws closer. Such a promotion would help to further boost sales of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's DLC as some players may be content to wait until after the full release in hopes of a future sale discount. By adding these appealing pre-order bonuses, The Pokémon Company is ensuring the DLC seems even better value for money.
The pre-order bonus of additional uniforms for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's DLC is certainly appreciable given the relatively few outfits available in the main game, especially with more outfits on the way in the full DLC. Likewise, obtaining a Hisuian Zoroark can have a direct impact on gameplay, particularly with the use of Happy Hour. While these are fairly minor additions overall, they still contribute to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s DLC. These pre-order bonuses for The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero are easily sufficient to tide over those eager for more content, and any future bonuses will only build on this.
