In a survey that Famitsu conducted from November 9-11, 2022, nearly 50% of readers said they would buy purple pokemon instead of scarlet, as well as choosing Sprigatito as a starter. About 2,000 readers participated in this survey. Among beginners, Quaxley is the least popular, with less than 25% of readers wanting to pick it up to begin their Paldean journey. [Thanks, Famitsu!]
The full results of the survey are as follows:
What version of the Pokemon are you going to buy?
- purple pokemon (42.74%)
- Pokemon Scarlet (27.60%)
- Both (24.69%)
What Pokemon Would you choose from the very beginning?
- Sprigatito (40.68%)
- Fuecoco (35.43%)
- Quaxley (23.89%)
There are three main stories in this game. Which story are you going to start with?
- Undecided (66.52%)
- Champion Road (23.77%)
- Legendary Road (5.84%)
- Starfell Street (3.88%)
Which Legendary Pokemon would you like to ride?
- Miracle (66.25%)
- Coraidon (33.75%)
The first thing you want to enjoy while picnic?
- Making sandwiches (39.53%)
- Take a photo with Pokemon (34.46%)
- Wash Pokemon (14.85%)
Will you buy a physical copy or a digital copy?
- Physical copy (66.40%)
- Digital copy (33.60%)
Most of the readers explained that they wanted to choose Sprigatito as a Pokemon Scarlet and Violet start because it’s cute and a cat. As for the game’s three main stories, Champion Road is the classic fitness challenge narrative. Legendary Path teams up with Arven to find Herba Mystica and defeat the Pokemon Titan. Finally, Starfell Street will have you fighting against Team Star, a criminal group in your school.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will launch on Nintendo Switch on November 18, 2022.
