The Indigo Disk DLC Countdown – Release Time & Date!

If you’re excited for the release of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet The Indigo Disk DLC, then you will obviously be wondering what date and time the Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2 will be releasing! If that’s the case, you’ve come to the right place because we’ve got an Indigo Disk DLC countdown that will tick down the days, hours, minutes, and seconds until you can start playing!

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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet The Indigo Disk DLC Release Time Countdown and Date

Players can expect to play the latest Pokémon Scarlet and Violet expansion, The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero – Part 2: The Indigo Disk, on December 14th. When the countdown below reaches zero, you’ll be able to enjoy The Indigo Disk no matter where you live in the world!

The countdown timer below is the expected time of The Indigo Disk release based on Part 1: The Teal Mask release time. Times may differ. If so, we’ll ensure we keep this countdown updated.

Pokémon The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero – Part 2: The Indigo Disk DLC Expected Release Times for Each Region

If you’re looking to know the exact time the DLC drops, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of time zones converted to when The Indigo Disk releases in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet in your regional time zone:

• Los Angeles, USA (PDT) – December 13th, 2023, 6:00 PM
• Phoenix, USA (MST) – December 13th, 2023, 7:00 PM
• Denver, USA (MDT) – December 13th, 2023, 7:00 PM
• New York, USA (EDT) – December 13th, 2023, 9:00 PM
• Rio De Janeiro, Brazil (BRT) – December 13th, 2023, 11 PM
• UK, London (BST) – December 14th, 2023, 2:00 AM
• Berlin, Germany (CEST) – December 14th, 2023, 3:00 AM
• Cape Town, South Africa (SAST) – December 14th, 2023, 4:00 AM
• Dubai, UAE (GST) – December 14th, 2023, 6:00 AM
• New Delhi, India (IST) – December 14th, 2023, 7:30 AM
• Beijing, China (CST) – December 14th, 2023, 10:00 AM
• Tokyo, Japan (JST) – December 14th, 2023, 11:00 AM
• Sydney, Australia (AEST) – December 14th, 2023, 11:00 AM
• Auckland, New Zealand (NZST) – December 14th, 2023, 3:00 PM

What is Pokémon The Indigo Disk DLC?

Here’s the official description of Pokémon The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero – Part 2: The Indigo Disk DLC from the Nintendo Page and press site.

In this adventure, you’ll be transferred from Naranja Academy to its sister school, Blueberry Academy. Unlike Naranja Academy, with its long and rich history, this school was only recently established and has a focus on teaching Pokémon battles. What’s unique about Blueberry Academy is that a large part of it is actually in the sea! Attend lessons, mingle with the local students and experience a new school life that’s anything but ordinary.

The Synchro Machine
Once players progress far enough in their adventure in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk, they’ll be able to use a device called the Synchro Machine to see the world through the eyes of their Pokémon. While synchronized with one of their Pokémon, they can move around and battle wild Pokémon—a fresh new way to play the game. It appears that this device is still a prototype. Players can use it once they’ve helped a scientist in the Terarium with her research.

The Power of Flight
The Legendary Pokémon Koraidon or Miraidon will gain the power to fly for the first time when Trainers take on the Elite Trial set by Amarys of the BB League Elite Four. While this power is at first believed to be only temporarily imparted, it can apparently be made permanent, allowing Koraidon and Miraidon to fly at any time—but only once players have made it far enough in their adventure. Trainers will be able to fly wherever they please with their Legendary Pokémon and enjoy the sense of freedom that only an open world can provide.

Legendary Pokémon
After completing the main story of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk, Trainers can meet a curious character named Snacksworth at Blueberry Academy. By completing Blueberry Quests (BBQs) in the Terarium, Trainers can earn snacks from Snacksworth that will allow them to encounter certain Legendary Pokémon from throughout the series back in the Paldea region. He’ll also share his extensive knowledge about these Pokémon with Trainers—as well as tall tales of his own heroic encounters with them.

How to Download The Indigo Disk DLC

Your Pokémon Scarlet or Violet game will automatically download The Indigo Disk upon its release, provided you have auto-updates enabled and have purchased the DLC through the eShop. Auto-Update is usually enabled by default. However, you can manually check or activate it by following these steps:

1. Access System Settings: From your Switch’s Home screen, select the gear icon for “System Settings.”
2. Navigate to System: Scroll down to the bottom of the System Settings menu and select “System.”
3. Find Auto-Update Software: In the System menu, scroll to find “Auto-Update Software” and select it to enable or adjust your Auto-Update settings.

If your game doesn’t automatically update, launching Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will prompt your Switch to recognize the available update and download it.

How to start the Indigo Disk DLC

To embark on the Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part Two: The Indigo Disk DLC in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you’ll first need to obtain the Hidden Treasure of Area Zero expansion pass from the Nintendo store. This pass provides access to both parts of the DLC. Once you’ve acquired the expansion pass, ensure you’ve completed the main story and the Teal Mask DLC. Completion of these prerequisites unlocks the second DLC in either Pokémon Scarlet or Violet.

How to Prepare for the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Indigo Disk DLC

Here’s how you can prepare for the Indigo Disk DLC:

1. Stock Up on Essentials: Ensure you have a plentiful supply of Pokéballs and other essential items. The DLC features a host of returning Pokémon, so you’ll want to be well-equipped to catch them.
2. Familiarize Yourself with Returning Pokémon: Many Pokémon from previous generations, including Bulbasaur, Chikorita, and Lapras, are returning. Understand which Pokémon are coming back, catch them, and train them for the BB League.
3. Know the New Pokémon: New Pokémon such as Ragin Bolt, Iron Crown, Archaludon, and the cover Pokémon Terapagos will be featured. Be prepared to encounter these new and powerful Pokémon, including new paradox variants. Check out the known list of returning Pokémon on Serebii.
4. Level Up Your Team: Your adventure will take you to Blueberry Academy in the Unova region, where you’ll compete in the BB League Elite Four. Level up your team in advance, aiming for at least level 60, considering the completion of previous DLC and the main game is a prerequisite.