The Paldea region represents the ninth generation of Pokémon, and despite all the new features and the Spain-like setting, the core mechanic of version exclusives remains. That means there are Pokémon unique to Scarlet that you cannot get in Violet, and vice versa. If you’ve gotta catch ’em all, you will need to trade with someone.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet released worldwide on November 18, 2022, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
Pokémon Scarlet Version Exclusives
Koraidon (Scarlet)
Koraidon is Pokémon Scarlet’s Legendary. Its appearance reflects that of an ancient relative of Cyclizar. Despite its tire-looking chest, this Pokémon runs on all fours with the protagonist trainer on its back.
Armarouge (Scarlet)
Armarouge is a Fire/Psychic Pokémon that uses a suit of armor from a reputable Paldean warrior. It shoots fireballs from its arms, using the psychic energy contained within its suit to augment its abilities.
Brute Bonnet (Scarlet)
A cross between a mushroom and a dinosaur, Brute Bonnet is a Grass/Dark Pokémon.
Deino (Scarlet)
Deino is a Dark/Dragon Pokémon that dwells inside caverns, eating anything that moves.
Zweilous (Scarlet)
Zweilous is the two-headed evolution of Deino, complete with likes and dislikes. Both heads fight one another so the whole package gets stronger without the need to rely on others.
Hydreigon (Scarlet)
Hydreigon is the final evolution of Deino and Zweilous. This three-headed floating beast is ferocious, but only the central head comes with a brain.
Drifloon (Scarlet)
A floating signpost for wandering spirits, Drifloon is a force to be reckoned with. Children who mistake it for a balloon should beware.
Drifblim (Scarlet)
Drifblim is the final evolution of Drifloon and generates gas within its body to control its drift and altitude.
Flutter Mane (Scarlet)
This Pokémon bears a striking resemblance to a ghostly pterosaur, but other than that, little is had in common.
Great Tusk (Scarlet)
This Pokémon bears a striking resemblance to an entity that has lived since ancient times.
Larvitar (Scarlet)
This little reptilian Rock/Ground type Pokemon made its debut in the Johto region featured in Pokémon Gold and Silver. With a blunt spoke, a short snout, and black markings, Larvitar tends to live in caves, hills, and mountains.
Pupitar (Scarlet)
Pupitar is the “pupa” state of Larvitar before fully evolving into Tyranitar.
Tyranitar (Scarlet)
Tyranitar is the final evolution of Larvitar and Pupitar, a large Rock/Dark Pokémon that causes earthquakes with each step it takes.
Sandy Shocks (Scarlet)
This Pokémon appears similar to an ancient Magneton that lived for ten thousand years, but no record exists of it ever being caught.
Scream Tail (Scarlet)
Having only one reported sighting in its history, this Pokémon depicts a creature found in an old expedition journal.
Skrelp (Scarlet)
Skrelp is a poor swimmer and evades its enemies by drifting and hiding in seaweed. It eats the rotten bits to create poison.
Dragalge (Scarlet)
Dragalge is the final evolution of Skrelp and uses liquid poison to attack enemies wandering into its territory.
Slither Wing (Scarlet)
This Bug/Fighting Pokémon appears similar to Volcarona in an ancient form.
Stonjourner (Scarlet)
Stonjourner is a massive Rock Pokémon that debuted in the Galar region, exclusive to Pokémon Sword, and represents a Stonehenge. It walks on large boulders that it uses to kick its opponents.
Tauros (Scarlet) – Fight/Fire Type
Tauros has many regional variants. In the Paldea region, it comes in two variations, including Fighting/Fire and Fighting/Water. This Pokémon excels at close-quarters combat.
Oranguru (Scarlet)
Oranguru lives a quiet life in the forest depths. The purple fur extends the more this Pokémon ages.
Walking Wake (Scarlet)
Appearing as a distant cousin of the Johto legendary Suicune, the Pokémon known as Walking Wake is a Water/Dragon type that can only be obtained from an event or transferred from HOME.
Pokémon Violet Version Exclusives
Miraidon (Violet)
Miraidon is Pokémon Violet’s Legendary. Unlike its Scarlet counterpart that travels on all fours, Miraidon turns into a motorcycle while the protagonist trainer rides on its back.
Ceruledge (Violet)
Ceruledge is a Fire/Ghost-type Pokémon. Its dual blades are made from ghost and fire energy, which morph into massive swords during fights.
Bagon (Violet)
Bagnon made its debut in the Hoenn region of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, called the “Rock Head Pokémon.” Similar to Larvitar, it creates a cocoon during its evolution.
Shelgon (Violet)
Shelgon is the initial evolution of Bagon before it fully evolves into Salamence.
Salamence (Violet)
Salamence is a Dragon/Flying type Pokémon and the fully evolved version of Bagon.
Clauncher (Violet)
Clauncher’s mighty claws will launch water through gas detonation, and they’ll regrow when detached.
Clawitzer (Violet)
Clawitzer passes through the water at up to 60 knots using internal gas to expel water from its back claw.
Dreepy (Violet)
Even if it doesn’t actually feed on them, Dreepy is liable to bite Claunchers. Groups of Dreepy are known for flying at high speeds across the ocean.
Drakloak (Violet)
The first evolution of Dreepy, this Pokémon stores energy in its lungs and then propels it out. It battles alongside its younglings until they are grown and strong.
Dragapult (Violet)
This Pokémon is the final evolution of Dreepy and makes its body transparent by focusing and clearing its mind.
Eiscue (Violet)
Eiscue is an Ice type Pokémon that debuted in the Galar region, exclusive to Pokémon Shield. In the event of any damage taken, the broken ice cube will reveal its face.
Iron Bundle (Violet)
It resembles a robot from an old book, and there have been only two reported sightings in the history of this Pokémon.
Iron Hands (Violet)
Resembling a cyborg said to be modified from a certain athlete, Iron Hands is a debatably more powerful version of Hariyama.
Iron Leaves (Violet)
The Pokémon known as Iron Leaves is a Grass/Psychic type that can only be obtained from an event or transferred from HOME.
Iron Jugulis (Violet)
Iron Jugulis is a Dark/Flying type Pokémon that is written as the offspring of a Hydreigon that got involved with a robot.
Iron Moth (Violet)
Iron Moth resembles an unidentified object sent to observe humanity, and there are no records of it ever being caught.
Iron Thorns (Violet)
This Pokémon has many notable features that resemble Tyranitar in a particular expedition journal.
Iron Treads (Violet)
This Pokémon has been seen in recent years, closely resembling Donphan.
Iron Valiant (Violet)
This Pokémon bears many similarities to Gallade, as indicated in a certain expedition journal.
Gulpin (Violet)
It can digest practically anything and expels vile gasses when doing so. Gulpin is tiny, with a small brain and heart.
Swalot (Violet)
Swalot is the final evolution of Gulpin and is capable of consuming an entire tire in a single gulp. It’s also highly toxic, spewing poisonous fluid from its pores.
Misdreavous (Violet)
A dreary entity that loves biting and yanking people’s hair without warning, Misdreavous is most active in the middle of the night.
Mismagius (Violet)
Mismagius is the final evolution of Misdreavous that makes an incantation-sounding cry.
Passimian (Violet)
If you find yourself in a brawl with Passimian, watch out for its hard berries. It doesn’t obey trainers who fail to throw Poké Balls with skill.
One of the best features in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is the ability to craft TMs. Read more about it here.