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Some Pokemon Scarlet and Violet fans were displeased with Mewtwo's updated character model in the game, sparking a discussion on whether old designs should be used or updated.
Character models and animations in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have undergone updates by Game Freak, resulting in changes to Charizard's design and scaling other Pokemon to match their canon size. As a result, these updates have given the Pokemon fresh, revamped appearances.
Despite facing initial challenges, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have garnered substantial popularity among players who have dedicated time to engaging with the game's captivating stories, hunting for Pokemon, and participating in exciting Tera Raid events. Players are eagerly awaiting the highly anticipated upcoming DLC, which promises new quests, Pokemon additions, and enhanced graphics.
Some fans of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet expressed dissatisfaction with the updated character model of Mewtwo in the games. This criticism emerged following the release of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's latest Mewtwo Tera Raid Battle.
In September, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet organized a seven-star Tera Raid boss battle featuring Mewtwo the Unrivaled. Mewtwo, a Psychic Tera-type Pokemon, possesses the power to deliver formidable psychic attacks and hinder Pokemon from consuming berries through its Unnerve ability. Upon defeating Mewtwo, players of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will have the opportunity to capture this legendary Pokemon and incorporate it into their teams. The ongoing Tera Raid will continue until September 17, affording players sufficient time to prepare their Pokemon for the encounter with Mewtwo.
Some Pokemon Scarlet and Violet players were not pleased with the new character model of Mewtwo. A Reddit user named JAMEZV1 expressed a preference for Mewtwo's old look in Pokemon Sword and Shield, sparking a debate about whether the Pokemon franchise should stick with old designs or update them. Several people agreed with the post, noting that Mewtwo's features in Scarlet and Violet appeared to be of lower quality compared to Sword and Shield. However, there were also individuals who liked the updated character model because it gave Mewtwo a more "realistic" and "intimidating" expression, despite the graphical issues found in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
It is widely known that Game Freak has been making updates to the character models and animations of various Pokemon in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Fans have previously taken notice of changes in Charizard's design and how some Pokemon are now scaled to match their canonical size. This may be the developer's way of providing these creatures with fresh new looks. In fact, some Reddit users even mentioned the change while playing Pokemon Legends: Arceus.
Since its launch in November of last year, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have received mixed feedback from gamers due to their initial issues. While some have acknowledged that Game Freak managed to address the performance problems, others have continued to express their desire for smoother gameplay. Nevertheless, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have still garnered significant popularity as players have invested time in the captivating stories, Pokemon hunting, and Tera Raid events.
In addition to the highly anticipated Mewtwo Tera Raid Battle, fans of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are eagerly preparing for the upcoming release of The Teal Mask DLC. This DLC will introduce new quests and Pokemon, as well as reportedly bring about graphical enhancements to the games. Consequently, many players are filled with excitement for these additions.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available now for the Nintendo Switch.
