Pokemon Legends: Z-A

The sequel to Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Pokemon Legends: Z-A takes Pokemon trainers back to the Kalos region's Lumiose City.

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Released
October 16, 2025
ESRB
Everyone 10+ / Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases
Developer(s)
Game Freak, Creatures Inc.
Publisher(s)
Nintendo, The Pokemon Company
Engine
Proprietary
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer

LIVE THE LIFE OF A POKÉMON TRAINER IN THE STREETS OF LUMIOSE CITY
Whether you’re a die-hard Pokémon fan or about to toss your first Poké Ball, the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game has plenty to offer for Trainers of all types. Experience classic gameplay with modern twists that are sure to revolutionize your Pokémon RPG experience.

CATCH, BATTLE, AND MEGA-EVOLVE—ALL IN REAL TIME!
 Step onto the battlefield and command your Pokémon directly—there are no turns! For the first time in the Pokémon RPG series, Trainers and their Pokémon can both move around in real-time battles, and your Pokémon will unleash their moves when you tell them to. Strategically swapping out your Pokémon and accounting for each move’s timing and area of effect will greatly help you in this new style of battle.

HARNESS THE POWER OF MEGA EVOLUTION
When Trainers have a strong bond with their Pokémon, a Key Stone worn by the Trainer resonates with a Mega Stone held by their Pokémon, allowing Mega Evolution to take place.

ROGUE MEGA EVOLUTION
Rampaging Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon are threatening Lumiose City. These Pokémon are extra tough to beat, but if you do manage to defeat them, you'll receive valuable Mega Stones as a reward.

RISE THROUGH THE RANKS OF THE Z-A ROYALE
You’re invited to join the Z-A Royale, a competition for Pokémon Trainers to test their skills and determine who’s strongest. 

Each night, a battle zone for the competition will appear. Prepare yourself by spending the day in wild zones, catching and training Pokémon, then venture into the battle zone and take on other Trainers.

Be strategic and complete bonus card challenges as you battle to speed up your climb from Rank Z to Rank A. Can you climb the ranks and reach the top?

WELCOME TO LUMIOSE CITY
Visit shops, restaurants, and more, all centered around Prism Tower. An urban redevelopment plan is underway to shape the city into a place that belongs to both people and Pokémon.

BATTLE WITH TRAINERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
With a Nintendo Switch Online membership*, you can battle up to three other Trainers at once, locally or online, in frenetic real-time battles!

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Pokemon Legends Z-A Type Chart (Strengths & Weaknesses)

Players who want to consistently use super effective moves in Pokemon Legends: Z-A will find the type charts in this guide very helpful.

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All Wild Zone 11 Pokemon in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Here’s how to find and catch Furfrou, Clauncher, Stunfisk, Inkay, Slowpoke, and Gyarados in Pokemon Legends: Z-A’s Wild Zone 11.

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You'll need to question some random NPCs hanging around city hall in Pokemon Legends: Z-A. Here's the person you need to speak to.

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How to Get & Evolve Goomy in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Goomy is one of the most notorious Dragon-types in Pokeomn Legends Z-A, and here's how to get one for your team.

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How to Get & Evolve Budew in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Discover the secrets to catching and evolving Budew in Pokemon Legends Z-A

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Complete Guide to All Pokemon Legends Z-A Wild Zones (100% Completion)

Learn how to unlock all 20 Wild Zones in Pokemon Legends: Z-A and which Pokemon and Alpha Pokemon you can expect to find in them.

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Say Goodbye to Mega Steelix and Scizor in Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Pokemon Legends: Z-A fans who are interested in getting both Mega Steelix and Mega Scizor may be in for a bitter surprise.

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All Wild Zone 10 Pokemon in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Here’s how to find and catch Slowpoke, Bellsprout, Carvanha, Staryu, Tynamo, Arbok, and Watchog in Pokemon Legends: Z-A’s Wild Zone 10.

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