Summary
Shiny Hunting inPokemon Scarlet and Violetis significantly easier on the Nintendo Switch 2, according to players who have tested out the free update for the ninth generation of mainline games. The free Switch 2 patch forPokemon Scarlet and Violetallows more critters to show up on the screen, making Shiny Hunts quicker than before when paired with methods like a Shiny Sandwich.
It’s no secret thatPokemon Scarlet and Violethave struggled with technical problems since the games went live in November 2022. Despite being among the top-selling titles on the original Switch,Pokemon Scarlet and Violetwere criticized by players for long loading times, slow frame rates, and glitches that caused the games to crash without warning. However, with the launch of the Switch 2, most of theperformance issues withPokemon Scarlet and Violetwere addressed via a free updatethat took advantage of the new console’s capabilities. The games can now reach a frame rate of up to 60 FPS thanks to the additional hardware headroom.
Although the performance boost thatPokemon Scarlet and Violetgot with the Switch 2 is impressive, players can alsouse the new system to make Shiny Hunting easier than before. On the r/PokemonScarletViolet subreddit, some Reddit users like ChaoticBlueShells and JayyQuizzleGaming shared how they used the increased performance ofPokemon Scarlet and Violetto Shiny Hunt for creatures like Flutter Mane and the Ralts evolution line. In a 29-second clip, ChaoticBlueShells showed off several Flutter Mane on the screen in Area Zero, with seven of these Paradox Pokemon being Shiny. With the Switch 2 update, the number of Pokemon that can appear on-screen can reach over 30 at any time.
Shiny Hunting in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Is Easier on Switch 2
When coupled withsandwiches that grant the level 3 Sparkling Power bufffor up to 30 minutes,Pokemontrainers with a Switch 2 can increase their Shiny chances significantly. In JayyQuizzleGaming’s post, they shared how they used a sandwich with a level 3 Sparking Power: Fairy buff to find two Ralts, a Kirlia, and a Gardevoir in under 30 minutes. Additionally, they were able to evolve their male Ralts into a Gallade via level-ups and a Dawn Stone with the remaining time.
Given that both Flutter Mane and the Ralts line share the Fairy-type, a Sparkling Sandwich with a Tomato and two Herba Mysticas can be prepared byPokemon Scarlet and Violetplayers to increase their Shiny odds. Between that andthe ongoing Porygon2 Mass Outbreak and Tera Raidevents, now is an excellent time for trainers to go Shiny Hunting inPokemon Scarlet and Violet.
