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Pokemon Scarlet & Violetintroduces a lot of new mechanics while still maintaining the core gameplay elements that have made the series such a smash hit over the years. This time around, players are free to explore the newest region, Paldea, however they see fit. The new open world is teeming with Pokemon and there are even times when a player may come in contact with a Mass Outbreak. These events are incredibly useful thanks to some of mechanics and gameplay elements found in the 9th generation. Players that want to get their hands on additional TMs, or those that are looking for Shiny Pokemon, will definitely want to keep their eyes peeled for these outbreaks. Here’s all players need to know about Mass Outbreaks inPokemon Scarlet & Violet.
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What Are Mass Outbreaks And How Do They Happen?
Each time players log in to continue their Paldean adventure,they may see a notice appear at the top of the screen that mentions that there are Mass Outbreaks occurring all over the map.Players can spot these potential breakout spots by opening their mapand looking for a mysterious glowing symbol (it will glow faintly and fade in and out slowly).These Mass Outbreaks will appear with an accompanying symbolto identify what type of Pokemon is flooding the area. If players have yet to see or catch the Pokemon that is part of the Mass Outbreak, the map will instead show a black question mark.
If players head to the location on the map,they’ll receive a prompt at the top of the screen that they have located a Mass Outbreak.By roaming around the area, they’ll discover quite a few of the outbreaking Pokemon in question, usually scattered around the landscape or in the water.
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Why Are Mass Outbreaks Useful In Pokemon Scarlet & Violet?
Mass Outbreaks seem pretty underwhelming on the surface but they’re actually incredibly useful in certain circumstances. Here’s a few reasons why players may want to keep their eyes out for Mass Outbreaks and why they can be very beneficial in all stages of the game:
