Latest Pokémon series entry "Pokémon Legends: Arceus" released today. Set in the city of Mesagoza, features the first-ever real-time battles in the series.
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Editorial Department: RENÉ | 2025/10/16 01:59 (UTC)
Today (October 16, 2025), Pokémon announced the release of “Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A”, the latest installment in the Pokémon series, available on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
The game is set in Miares City, which previously appeared in the 2013 release of “Pokémon X and Y.”
Throughout the city, natural areas known as “Wild Zones” are scattered, where wild Pokémon reside.
However, at night, Miares City transforms into a different world. Red holographic barriers form across the city, creating “Battle Zones,” where trainers gather to compete in intense battles during the tournament known as “ZA Royal.”
Players will challenge this event with the goal of reaching the highest rank: A Rank.
This game introduces the series’ first real-time battles.
Each move can only be used again after its gauge fills up, adding a layer of strategy that goes beyond the familiar “type matchups.” Players must now consider factors like move range, speed, and timing to succeed in battle.
Additionally, “Mega Evolution,” introduced in Pokémon X and Y, returns in this title and plays a pivotal role in determining battle outcomes.
Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A is now available on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The price for the physical copy of the Switch 2 version is 8,128 yen (tax included), while the digital download costs 8,100 yen (tax included). For the original Nintendo Switch version, the physical edition is priced at 7,128 yen (tax included), and the digital version at 7,100 yen (tax included).
An upgrade pass allowing players to move from the Switch version to the Switch 2 version is also available for 1,000 yen (tax included).
[Topic] A story of people and Pokémon unfolding in Miares City. “Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A” released today. https://t.co/U1ILcLCzNB
— Nintendo Co., Ltd. (@Nintendo) October 16, 2025