The Teal Mask, part of The Treasures of Area Zero DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, attempts to provide players with new areas to explore and introduce new Pokémon. However, it falls short in addressing the ongoing issues with the games and fails to deliver enough substantial content for its price tag of $34.99. The Indigo Disk now carries the burden of redeeming the DLC and addressing the game’s technical problems.
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are still plagued with issues after 10 months
Despite being almost a year since their release, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet continue to suffer from performance problems. The Teal Mask DLC exacerbates these issues, with noticeable drops in framerates and Pokémon failing to load in open fields. These technical problems were unacceptable at launch and have yet to be resolved.
Limited variety in battles and story
The story in The Teal Mask has its moments and introduces new characters and Pokémon. However, players will find themselves battling the same two trainers, Carmine and Kieran, repeatedly throughout the short four-hour campaign. The lack of involvement from other exchange students on the island is disappointing. Postgame content is also lacking, with only a couple of meaningful tasks outside the main story.
The Pokédex offers some respite
The new Kitakami Pokédex in The Teal Mask provides some additional content for players to engage with. However, it may not be enough to keep players entertained until The Indigo Disk is released.
The future of Scarlet and Violet’s DLC
The Teal Mask does not justify its price tag and leaves much to be desired in terms of content. The success of the DLC now rests on The Indigo Disk, which needs to address the technical issues and deliver substantial new content to fulfill the game’s potential. Fixing the technical problems is crucial for players to fully enjoy the open world of Scarlet and Violet.
About the author
The author is a Pokémon fan who appreciates any new content but finds The Teal Mask lacking in comparison to its cost. They hope that The Indigo Disk will make up for these shortcomings and elevate Pokémon Scarlet and Violet to their full potential.
Source: DOTESPORTS
