Nintendo has released the patch notes for the upcoming Pokemon Violet and Scarlet update, promising feature adjustments and numerous bug fixes.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet version 1.2.0 still doesn't have a release date more specific than the end of February, but Nintendo has released the patch notes detailing what will be featured in the update, though did note more are planned for it. In terms of feature adjustments, the main focus is on additional functionality for Pokemon Boxes. When on a Pokemon's summary, you'll now be able to change a given Pokemon's nickname, markings, held items, mark- or ribbon-related titles. You'll also be able to reorder moves, have Pokemon remember or forget moves, and use TMs.
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A number of other changes are coming to Pokemon boxes too, like being able to select all boxes while moving Pokemon or items in the party and boxes view, and held items view. The news screen will also now be displayed once you've connected to the internet.
Many people will be looking for bug fixes, of which there are numerous in this update. A range of fixes are coming to Tera Raid battles, including a bug that can prevent opposing Tera Pokemon's HP gauge properly reflecting the amount of damage done, another that stops you from being able to make any kind of input if a Tera Pokemon takes certain actions while you're choosing your target, and a communication error bug that can display a different Pokemon to you than what the host sees.
Bug fixes for battles
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