Game Freak has announced an epilogue DLC for Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, giving players more content after finishing the main game and previous DLCs. This new epilogue DLC will wrap up the story in the Paldea region and give fans a chance to team up with popular characters Arven, Nemona, and Penny one last time. Here’s everything you need to know about Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Epilogue DLC release date, new Pokemon tease & more.
Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Epilogue DLC Release Date
The Pokemon Scarlet & Violet epilogue DLC will be released on January 11, 2024. To access it, players need to have finished the main stories in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet as well as both the Teal Mask and Indigo Disk DLCs.
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New Details
Not much is known about the epilogue DLC yet, but the announcement trailer provides a few hints.
- The footage shows the player character joining up with Arven, Nemona, and Penny, suggesting fans can expect more adventuring with their favorite co-stars.
- Additionally, the epilogue seems to take place primarily in the area of Kitakami. This was a location introduced in the Teal Mask DLC.
- Revisiting this setting hints that the epilogue DLC will tie up loose ends relating to the Legendary Pokemon featured in that story.
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Mythical Pokemon Teased
The trailer also contains brief footage seemingly teasing a new Mythical Pokemon. Fans have already uncovered details and a name for this Pokemon - Pecharunt - through datamining. Reportedly a Poison/Ghost type, Pecharunt has the ability to turn people into mind-controlled zombies.
Stopping Pecharunt's mischief seems likely to be a focus of the epilogue DLC. This new Mythical's inclusion makes the epilogue a must-play for collectors looking to fill out their Pokedex.
Also read: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet All Trade Evolutions Explained
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What to Expect
While details remain limited, the epilogue DLC looks set to provide a satisfying conclusion to Pokemon Scarlet & Violet's overarching narrative. Fans can likely look forward to more character development for Arven, Nemona, and Penny as well.
With a surprise new Mythical Pokemon also thrown into the mix, the epilogue gives players another good reason to revisit Paldea. The release date is right around the corner, so fans won't have to wait long to experience this extra content for themselves.
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Summary
- Release Date: January 11, 2024
- Requirements: Finish base game + Teal Mask & Indigo Disk DLCs
- Setting: Kitakami area
- Characters: Arven, Nemona, Penny return
- New Mythical: Poison/Ghost-type Pecharunt
- Wraps up loose ends from main game & DLCs
- Surprise addition to round out content
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