# Seamless Creature Collecting Games Nintendo Unveiled Two New Open-World Mainline Pokémon Games By Colin Smith | Published 2022-03-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-scarlet References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/27/22953414/pokemon-scarlet-violet-nintendo-switch-2022) & [scarletviolet.pokemon](https://scarletviolet.pokemon.com/en-us/) [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-teal-mask) has unveiled two new [Pokémon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-legends-za) games, 'Pokémon Scarlet,' and 'Pokémon Violet.' These games will be part of the 9th generation of Pokémon games, making them the first mainline Pokémon games since 2019's 'Pokémon Sword' and 'Pokémon Shield.' Scarlet and Violet, though, will feature a seamless [open-world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runescape-dragonwilds) for players to explore, as well as over one hundred new Pokémon to collect. While last month's 'Pokémon Legends: Arceus' also featured an open world, this world was separated into several disconnected large areas that users would need to load between. This time, though, Nintendo has stated that the world will feature "various towns with no borders blend seamlessly into the wilderness," meaning the game will have a very smooth experience. Nintendo announced that Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will release near the end of 2022, likely during the holiday season, making these games an excellent gift for Pokémon fans and children alike. Image Credit: Nintendo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Seamless Open-world Games:** Game developers can explore developing more seamless open-world games to enhance user experience and immersion. - **Expansion of Collectible-based Games:** Developers can create more collectible-based games that provide a personalized experience to users through the collection and customization of game elements. - **Nostalgic Gaming:** Developers can create more gaming experiences that cater to nostalgia by revamping classic games in a modern way and providing a throwback experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Game developers can harness the trend of seamless open-world gameplay and expansion of collectible-based games to create innovative user experiences. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can explore the trend of nostalgic gaming and revamping classic games to provide audiences with a fun and memorable experience. - **Retail:** Retailers can take advantage of the upcoming release of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet by stocking up on merchandise and leveraging the hype to increase sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creature-Collecting Game Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-teal-mask.md) - [Creature-Collecting Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switch-oled.md) - [City-Based Collecting Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-legends-z-a.md) - [Game Series Expansion Announcements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-legends-za.md) - [World Building Anime Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-pokopia.md) - [Open-World Multiplayer Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palworld.md) - [Cozy Life-Sim Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokopia.md) - [Open-World Adventure RPGs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tears-of-the-kingdom.md) - [Creature-Collecting Game Competitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-global-challenge.md)