Pokémon Go Teases Scarlet & Violet Paradox Pokémon – Fans Split on Release
▼ Summary
– Pokémon Go has teased the introduction of Paradox Pokémon from Scarlet and Violet, including Great Tusk and Iron Treads, which are alternate versions of Donphan.
– Paradox Pokémon, which debuted in Scarlet and Violet, include 22 species with past and future variants of familiar Pokémon, such as Scream Tail (Jigglypuff) and Iron Boulder (Terrakion).
– Fans speculate Paradox Pokémon may debut in raids, similar to Ultra Beasts, or during the Wild Area event, referencing their origin in Scarlet/Violet’s Area Zero.
– While anniversary artwork has teased future content before (like Mega Mewtwo and Mimikyu), Paradox Pokémon are a logical next addition after recent Gigantamax and Ultra Beast releases.
– Other hints in the artwork include Gigantamax Butterfree, Mega Metagross, and potential remote trading features, alongside speculation about Zygarde’s availability ahead of Pokémon Legends Z-A.
Pokémon Go has dropped hints about introducing Paradox Pokémon from Scarlet and Violet, sparking excitement and speculation among players. These alternate-reality versions of familiar creatures first appeared in the latest Nintendo Switch titles, offering prehistoric and futuristic twists on classic designs.
The game’s ninth-anniversary artwork prominently features Great Tusk, a primal Donphan variant resembling something from a dinosaur film, and Iron Treads, a sleek, mechanical take on the same Pokémon. Fans are already theorizing how these powerful creatures might arrive, whether through raids, special events, or another surprise mechanic.
In Scarlet and Violet, Paradox Pokémon roam freely in the mysterious Area Zero, leading some trainers to hope they’ll debut in Pokémon Go’s Wild Area event, which mimics an open-world safari experience. With 22 variants available, ranging from ancient forms like Scream Tail (a Jigglypuff relative) to robotic Legendaries such as Iron Boulder, the possibilities for their in-game introduction are vast.
However, anniversary artwork hasn’t always been a reliable roadmap. Past teasers, like Mega Mewtwo and Mimikyu, never materialized as expected. Still, with Gigantamax Pokémon and Ultra Beasts now fully integrated, Paradox creatures seem like the next logical addition.
The artwork also hints at other potential updates, including Gigantamax Butterfree, Mega Metagross, and even a mysterious thumbs-up gesture that has players speculating about remote trading features. Meanwhile, Zygarde, set to star in Pokémon Legends Z-A, could see expanded availability, especially if it gains a Mega Evolution in the upcoming title.
Recent technical issues, like glitches affecting Golden PokéStops, briefly disrupted anniversary festivities. Still, the game’s future looks promising, with developers assuring fans that recent corporate changes won’t compromise Pokémon Go’s core experience, or lead to unexpected celebrity crossovers.
As the community waits for official details, one thing is certain: Paradox Pokémon could shake up the game in ways no one fully expects. Whether they arrive through raids, events, or another surprise method, their debut is bound to be a major moment for trainers worldwide.
(Source: IGN)
