Pokémon Scarlet on Switch 2: free upgrade, file size and performance
Pokémon Scarlet is published by Nintendo and came out on November 18, 2022. The eShop lists 9 supported languages.
Last checked September 23, 2026 · every figure links to its source
Specs
| File size (current) | 9.9 GBsource |
|---|---|
| Physical format | Switch 1 cartridgesource |
| Type | Switch 1 game with free Switch 2 update |
| TV mode | 1080p · 60 FPSsource |
| Handheld mode | About 648p (dynamic) · 60 FPSsource |
| Performance note | Usually 60 FPS with the free Switch 2 update, with occasional drops in traversal and some battle moves. |
| Switch 2 update | Freesource |
| US eShop price | $59.99 |
| Play modes | TV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode |
| Languages (9) | Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, American English |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Developer | GAME FREAK inc. |
| Release date | November 18, 2022 |
Questions
How big is Pokémon Scarlet on Switch 2?
Pokémon Scarlet needs 9.9 GB of storage. That is about 4% of the Switch 2's 256 GB internal storage.
Is Pokémon Scarlet a Game-Key Card?
Pokémon Scarlet is a Switch 1 game, so it is sold on a regular Switch 1 cartridge, not a Game-Key Card. The cartridge works in a Switch 2.
Does Pokémon Scarlet run at 60 FPS on Switch 2?
Yes. Pokémon Scarlet targets 60 FPS in TV mode at 1080p; 60 FPS in Handheld mode at about 648p (dynamic). Usually 60 FPS with the free Switch 2 update, with occasional drops in traversal and some battle moves.
Is there a free Switch 2 upgrade for Pokémon Scarlet?
Yes. Pokémon Scarlet is a Switch 1 game that received a free update for Switch 2. You do not need to buy anything: update the game on your Switch 2 to get the improvements.