One of the original 150 Pokémon, the Electric-type Voltorb returns to the series for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Appearing in both versions of the game. With the launch of the newest titles, trainers are eager to dive into the first fully open-world main series game. For Generation 9, players will travel to the Paldea region with over 400 Pokémon in the game to collect. While a lot has changed in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, catching creatures remains the main aim for players old and new with Voltorb, one that many will be looking to find.

While not one of the strongest original Pokémon, Voltorb is known for its Poké Ball-style appearance along with its speed. Only 43 Gen 1 Pokémon return for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, including fan favorite Eevee. Electric-types such as Voltorb and its evolved form Electrode have advantages over many types, including water and flying Pokémon, and often going first in battles thanks to their speed stats. Voltorb can be evolved into Electrode when it reaches level 30. There are two locations where you can catch Voltorb, West Province (Area 3) and East Province (Area 3).

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Voltorb's Location in Pokémon Violet and Scarlet

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Voltorb Location

After finishing the tutorial element of the game at the Academy, players can go to one of these areas to try and capture Voltorb. However, Voltorb's level in the wild is between 26 and 29, meaning it can be tough to capture straight after picking a new starter Pokémon in Violet and Scarlet. However, it is listed as very common in both areas, and the time of day does not affect Voltorb's spawn rate. Voltorb should not take long for players to find and will appear on mini-maps once nearby. To help in Pokémon Violet and Scarlet making sandwiches can increase the chances of a certain type of Pokémon spawning, so by making an Avocado sandwich, Electric-types will appear more frequently, including Voltorb.

Voltorb remains one of the most recognizable Pokémon and is one of the few returning to the series from Gen 1, alongside the new entries for Pokémon Violet and Scarlet, such as Pokémon Violet and Scarlet's mysterious Gimmighoul. While Voltorb and its evolution Electrode can both be captured early on in the game, players are best waiting until they have leveled up their Pokémon to have the best chance of success. Voltorb can be found across two different locations in Pokémon Violet and Scarlet and, once evolved into Electrode, can prove a very useful Electric-type in any party.

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  • Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Game Poster
    Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
    Released:
    2022-11-18
    Developer:
    Game Freak
    Franchise:
    Pokemon
    Genre:
    RPG, Adventure, Action
    Platform:
    Nintendo Switch
    Publisher:
    Nintendo, The Pokemon Company
    ESRB:
    E
    Summary:
    Pokémon returns in its next installment series: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Set in a fictional town near Mediterranean Spain, gamers will explore Paldea, catching new and classic Pokémon. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is the first ever open-world game in the series and features new Pokémon that can transform into vehicles. Pokémon staples like gym battles are still present, but co-op exploration and Terastallize battles are also introduced.
    Multiplayer:
    Online Co-Op, Online Multiplayer
    Prequel:
    Pokémon Sword and Shield
    Mode:
    Single Player, Multiplayer
    How Long To Beat:
    31 Hours