Catching Meloetta in the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Indigo Disk DLC isn’t straightforward. It involves a unique, almost unbelievable method discovered and shared by players online. This guide details the exact steps on how to change your photos using the in-game camera and sepia filter to find and catch this mythical Pokémon.
The process involves finding a specific location, performing a unique action, and then utilizing your Rotom Phone’s camera with a specific filter. This unusual method surprised many players, offering a refreshing challenge in a world where game secrets are often quickly datamined.
Finding Meloetta in the Coastal Biome
To begin your Meloetta hunt, ensure you’ve purchased The Indigo Disk DLC and completed the main story of both the base game and The Teal Mask DLC. You can encounter Meloetta relatively early in The Indigo Disk storyline, right after unlocking access to the Terrarium at the Blueberry Academy.
Head to the Coastal Biome within the Terrarium and navigate to the southwest area near a waterfall.
Map highlighting Meloetta's location in the Coastal Biome.
Pinpointing the exact spot is crucial. Look for an area where the background music fades and a noticeable breeze swirls around your character. This visual cue appears in multiple spots, so rely on the music change for confirmation. There’s a conveniently placed plant in the correct location; use the plants as guides while listening for the audio cue.
Character standing by the specific plant where the music fades.
The Spin and Sepia Filter Trick
Once you’ve found the right spot, you need to spin your character continuously for at least ten seconds using the left control stick. This triggers a special spinning animation.
Character performing the spinning animation required to trigger Meloetta's appearance.
After spinning, access your Rotom Phone’s camera by pressing down on the D-pad. Cycle through the camera filters using the left and right arrows on the D-pad until you select the Sepia filter, recognizable by its brownish tint. The filter name appears in the top right corner of the screen.
Meloetta appearing through the Rotom Phone camera with the Sepia filter activated.
With the Sepia filter active, scan your surroundings using the camera. When you see Meloetta, a distinct flute-like melody will begin to play. You can then approach and interact with Meloetta to initiate a battle and attempt to catch it.
This unique photo filter method provides a memorable and rewarding experience for catching Meloetta in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Indigo Disk.
