What Are Picnics and How Do They Work?

Learn all about Picnics in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet! Discover how to interact with your Pokémon, make sandwiches, take photos, and even find Eggs.

Hey there! So, you've heard about Picnics in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, huh? Think of it as your own personal relaxation spot in Paldea where you can really bond with your Pokémon buddies. It's kinda like the camping feature from Sword and Shield, but with its own unique flair. You can set one up pretty much anywhere you find yourself while exploring, which is super handy.

So, what can you actually do when you decide to have a picnic? Lots of cool stuff!

• Interact with Your Pokémon: When you start a picnic, all your Pokémon in your party, even Koraidon or Miraidon, will pop out of their Poké Balls. They'll just chill nearby, and you can go up to them to chat or play with toys. It's a great way to see them interact with the world!
• Wash Your Pokémon: Sometimes, your Pokémon can get a bit grubby from all your adventures. When that happens, you can give them a good wash. Not only does this make them clean again, but it also fully restores their HP and boosts their Friendship level. Super useful!
• Take Photos: With all your Pokémon gathered around, it's the perfect moment to snap some pictures. You can even mess around with different photo filters to set the mood. Get those perfect shots with your team!
• Make Sandwiches: You can't have a picnic without food, right? Luckily, your character is a whiz at making sandwiches. You get to pick all the fillings, condiments, and even the little pick to hold it all together. The tricky part is stacking everything neatly on the bread – if you don't balance it right, it'll all fall off! But if you nail it, you get a delicious sandwich that restores your Pokémon's HP and gives them some handy buffs.
• Obtain Pokémon Eggs: Yep, you can actually get Pokémon Eggs from picnics! The exact details are still a bit fuzzy, but in past games, hatching an Egg means you get a brand-new Level 1 Pokémon. Keep an eye out for those!
• Play With Other Trainers: Want to spice things up? You can join up with other players using the Union Circle. Just approach another player's picnic, and up to four of you can hang out, make sandwiches, take photos, and even find Eggs together. It's a fun way to share the experience online or locally.