Nintendo is giving you yet another reason why you should get yourself the Switch 2. Nintendo plans to introduce a brand-new Pokémon game to the Switch lineup. Pokémon Legends Z-A is the new Pokémon game that has just been announced, and if you are a fan of the Pokémon franchise, this one’s for you.
This new game will continue to have battles that will have all the mega-evolved Pokémon. Let’s look at everything you need to know about Pokémon Legends Z-A for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Release Date
The Pokémon Company just revealed that the Pokémon Legends: Z-A will be available for Switch and Switch 2 users starting October 16, 2025. However, you can pre-order the game from June 5, 2025. Additionally, there will also be a new Pokémon Presents event scheduled for July 22, where you can expect even more details and probably even gameplay for the upcoming Pokémon Legends: ZA game.
Pokémon Legends Z-A Trailer and Gameplay
The extended first look of the game shows you where the new game takes place and how this new city is being re-planned so that humans and Pokémon can live together. The game will also let you pick your first Pokémon that you can pair up with to explore the city. You will be able to choose from Chikorita, Tepig, or Totodile.
Extended Trailer
While you are out and about exploring Lumiose City, you will be able to choose a new friend between Urbain and Taunie. When you check into your hotel in Lumiose City, you will be greeted by AZ and his partner, Eternal Flower Floette. Moving on, the redevelopment plan for Lumiose City is being undertaken by Quasartico Inc., where you will meet the CEO and secretary of the company, Jett and Vinnie.
The city will have select spaces called Wild Zones. These Wild Zones are habitats for the Pokémon. And yes, you will be able to catch the Pokémon and use the Poke balls. Certain Pokémon can be difficult to catch, and in this case, you can use your existing Pokémon to weaken the target, making it easier for you to acquire the Pokémon.
Pokémon battles in Pokémon Legends ZA are unique. The moves in these battles can now have a shorter or a longer reach, as well as different areas of effect. So, you must have the right timing and perfect positioning, or else things may just go wrong. You can also take advantage of certain Pokémon that make use of Mega Evolution, which makes the Pokémon ever so powerful, turning the battle in their favor.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Game Editions
The game will be available for not only the Switch first generation, but also for the Switch 2. If you plan to get a Switch 2 later on, you can easily upgrade to the Pokémon Legends: Z-A Switch 2 edition for $10. Pricing for the base game for both versions has not yet been revealed. The Switch 2 version of the game will have better performance, with an increased resolution, and also be playable at a higher frame rate.
Closing Thoughts
This concludes everything you need to know about the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Now there are still more details such as the game size, its actual price, additional DLC, as well as whether the game will have online multiplayer support. Watch this space as we will be adding new details as and when such information surfaces.
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