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Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Nintendo
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Release Date: October 16, 2025

RPG, TPP, Pokemon, jRPG, Nintendo Exclusive, Singleplayer

An RPG from the ninth generation of the mainline Pokemon game series, developed by Game Freak studio and featuring redesigned version of Lumiose City. The biggest change in Pokemon Legends: Z-A is the new combat system. Fights take place in real time instead of using turns, allowing the trainers and the Pokemon free movement on the battlefield.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A is a ninth-generation RPG from the main Pokemon series. It was developed by Game Freak, the studio overseeing the development of this IP. The game brings a number of innovations, among which the thoroughly remodeled combat system leads the way.

Story

Pokemon Legends: Z-A takes us to Lumiose City known from the Pokemon X and Pokemon Y games, as well as from the Pokemon, Series: XY anime. The metropolis is undergoing a renovation carried out by Quasartico Inc., aimed at better adapting it to the needs of people and the titular creatures. During the game, we take on the character who comes here to experience unforgettable adventures.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Pokemon Legends: Z-A

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Pokemon Game Series

The bestselling jRPG game series, which is one of the most important brands in the Nintendo Group's publishing portfolio. Development studios Game Freak and Creatures Inc. are working on the development of the series.

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7.5
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ReviewPokemon Legends: Z-A

Pokémon Legends Z-A review: Evolution without exploration

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is another bold experiment from Game Freak. It may not fully succeed in building a cohesive, immersive world, but its innovative battle system and exciting new Pokémon make it a fascinating step forward.

Pokémon Legends Z-A review: Evolution without exploration
Pokémon Legends Z-A review: Evolution without exploration
Reviewed by:
Reviewed on:
Switch 2 Switch 2
Review date:
October 21, 2025
Originals

October 2, 2025

Most interesting game releases of October 2025. Time to kick off fall with some hits

There will be no shortage of high-profile launches in October. We start with Ghost of Yotei, then we go to Pokemon Legends: Z-A, The Outer Worlds 2, and Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2. And then there's also Battlefield 6 on the way!

Most interesting game releases of October 2025. Time to kick off fall with some hits
Most interesting game releases of October 2025. Time to kick off fall with some hits

News

Mega Zeraora revealed in new trailer for Pokémon Legends: Z-A DLC, Mega Dimension

Mega Zeraora revealed in new trailer for Pokémon Legends: Z-A DLC, Mega Dimension

Pokémon Legends: Z-A's DLC, Mega Dimension, arrives in just a few weeks, and another new Mega Evolution has been revealed. This time, it's Mega Zeraora.

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Matt Buckley

November 19, 2025

Mega Zeraora revealed in new trailer for Pokémon Legends: Z-A DLC, Mega Dimension
Is Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC worth $30? Here's what you need to know

Is Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC worth $30? Here's what you need to know

The Pokémon Company released two new trailers for Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC today, giving us a glimpse of what to expect and a release date.

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Matt Buckley

November 6, 2025

Is Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC worth $30? Here's what you need to know
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the largest physical launch for a video game in over 2 years, and fans on Reddit feel validated

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the largest physical launch for a video game in over 2 years, and fans on Reddit feel validated

Thanks to insights from Circana, we know that Pokémon Legends: Z-A had a huge physical launch. Online, this has given fans of the game a sense of validation.

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Matt Buckley

October 27, 2025

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the largest physical launch for a video game in over 2 years, and fans on Reddit feel validated
So you chose Tepig? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter

So you chose Tepig? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter

Tepig is a great starter choice for Pokémon Legends: Z-A. But what are some good teammates for it? Here are some suggestions and advice.

video games

Matt Buckley

October 24, 2025

So you chose Tepig? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter
So you chose Chikorita? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter

So you chose Chikorita? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter

Chikorita is a great starter choice for Pokémon Legends: Z-A. But what are some good teammates for it? Here are some suggestions and advice.

video games

Matt Buckley

October 24, 2025

So you chose Chikorita? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter
So you chose Totodile? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter

So you chose Totodile? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter

Totodile is a great choice for a starter, but what are some great teammates to fill out your roster? This guide will give you some options and advice.

video games

Matt Buckley

October 24, 2025

So you chose Totodile? Building the perfect Pokémon Legends: Z-A team around your starter
Pokémon Legends: Z-A reviews are releasing and fans remain cautiously optimistic about early positive scores

Pokémon Legends: Z-A reviews are releasing and fans remain cautiously optimistic about early positive scores

With less than 48 hours before the release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, some fans are remaining cautiously optimistic about positive review scores. Will it hold up?

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Matt Buckley

October 14, 2025

Pokémon Legends: Z-A reviews are releasing and fans remain cautiously optimistic about early positive scores
Five new Mega Evolutions plus DLC announced for Pokémon Legends: Z-A during Nintendo Direct

Five new Mega Evolutions plus DLC announced for Pokémon Legends: Z-A during Nintendo Direct

Today's Nintendo Direct revealed that Pokémon Legends: Z-A will feature new mega evolutions for the Kalos starter Pokémon, and DLC is already planned.

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Matt Buckley

September 12, 2025

Five new Mega Evolutions plus DLC announced for Pokémon Legends: Z-A during Nintendo Direct
Everything announced during today's Nintendo Direct

Everything announced during today's Nintendo Direct

Today's Nintendo Direct lasted over an hour, featuring major announcements such as a release date for Metroid Prime 4, a new Fire Emblem game, and more.

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Matt Buckley

September 12, 2025

Everything announced during today's Nintendo Direct
The Pokémon Company's new patents are a bad sign, and not just for Palworld

The Pokémon Company's new patents are a bad sign, and not just for Palworld

The Pokémon Company has recently been issued two new patents in the US. This isn't unusual, but it also sends a powerful and threatening message.

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Matt Buckley

September 10, 2025

The Pokémon Company's new patents are a bad sign, and not just for Palworld

Expansions

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A - Mega Dimension

Pokemon Legends: Z-A - Mega Dimension

Nintendo

Expansion

December 10, 2025

RPG

The first major expansion for Pokemon Legends: Z-A. In the Mega Dimension DLC, we find ourselves in an alternate version of Lumiose City, where our Pokemon can reach level 100 and undergo Mega Evolutions.

Pokemon Legends: Z-A - Mega Dimension

Ratings

Game Ratings for Pokemon Legends: Z-A Video Game.

7.5
good

ReviewPokemon Legends: Z-A

Pokémon Legends Z-A review: Evolution without exploration

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is another bold experiment from Game Freak. It may not fully succeed in building a cohesive, immersive world, but its innovative battle system and exciting new Pokémon make it a fascinating step forward.

Pokémon Legends Z-A review: Evolution without exploration
Pokémon Legends Z-A review: Evolution without exploration
Reviewed by:
Reviewed on:
Switch 2 Switch 2
Review date:
October 21, 2025
8.0

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 79% of Critics. There are 108 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

GameSpot: 7 / 10 by Jake Dekker

Pokemon Legends: Z-A successfully translates its iconic battle system to real-time, but its visuals and presentation leave a lot to be desired.

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Pure Nintendo: 9 / 10 by Trevor Gould

If you prioritize up-to-the-minute aesthetics, Pokémon Legends: Z-A - and arguably any title in the series - isn't for you. Still, I can't deny how much fun I've had playing this game. Its addictiveness triumphs over any minor issues. Real-time battles and entertaining side quests shine in Lumiose City. Launching at $70 with $30 of DLC might give some pause. But if you have a spouse or kids who will play this one too, the value is there, with dozens of hours of thoroughly satisfying adventuring. Don't miss this release.

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MonsterVine: 4 / 5 by Spencer Legacy

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is an overall strong step forward for the series, as it utilizes past mechanics alongside interesting new changes to great effect. The visuals are still underwhelming, and it takes a good while to get going, but other than that, this really does feel like the Pokémon Z we thought we’d get so long ago, but with plenty of exciting modern twists.

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