Do You Need To Beat Pokémon Scarlet & Violet To Play The Teal Mask DLC?

As the first DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, The Teal Mask is an exciting lure back into the world of the games, but it can be unclear whether the DLC is accessible without finishing the original main story. The Teal Mask is the first half of a planned two-part DLC called The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, taking trainers away from the Paldea region and to the new setting of Kitakami. The Teal Mask is focused on finding out the truth behind folk tales while enjoying beautiful scenery and a local festival.