
Project M is one of the most searched terms in Pokémon Legends Z-A right now – and for good reason. It is a post-game side mission that lets you battle and catch Mewtwo, one of the strongest Pokémon in the series.
This guide explains exactly how to unlock Project M, how to start the mission and what rewards you get for catching Mewtwo.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mission name | Project M (Side Mission EX2) |
| Location | Lysandre Labs B3F, under Lysandre Café in Lumiose City |
| Requirement | Complete main story and claim Mewtwonite X and Y via Mystery Gift |
| Boss | Level 70 Mewtwo |
| Key reward | Mewtwo + ability to Mega Evolve into Mega Mewtwo X or Y |
Project M is a special side mission that reacts the old systems in Lysandre Labs and unleashes a contained test subject – Mewtwo. It only becomes available after the main story is finished and you have received two special Mega Stones via Mystery Gift.
Think of it as one of Legends Z-A’s main endgame challenges, designed to give you a cinematic Mewtwo encounter with proper build-up.
You need a few things in place before the mission will appear.
| Requirement | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Main story completed | Finish the main quest line and see the credits |
| Access to Lysandre Café and Labs | Unlocked naturally after late-game story progress in the Magenta district of Lumiose City |
| Internet connection | Needed to download the special Mystery Gift |
| Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y items | Claimed via Mystery Gift – these stones are what actually trigger Project M in your save file |
If any of these are missing, the lab computer will stay inactive and the mission will not start.
Once you are in the post-game:
The game does not currently list an end date for this distribution, but guides recommend grabbing the stones as soon as possible just in case the event is time-limited.
Once the stones are in your bag, the game silently flags your save as eligible for Project M.
Next you need to reactivate the lab.
Interacting with the terminal while holding Mewtwonite X and Y triggers a cutscene and officially registers Side Mission EX2: Project M.
After the cutscene:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Level | 70 |
| Type | Psychic |
| Known moves | Psychic, Aura Sphere, Amnesia, Psycho Cut |
| Battle type | Standard turn-based battle |
| Attempts | Unlimited – you can retry if you KO it |
Because Mewtwo hits hard on the special side, go in prepared.
Here are some simple guidelines if readers are unsure what to bring.
| Role | Suggestions |
|---|---|
| Dark-type tank | Pokémon that are immune to Psychic moves and can chip away safely |
| Status support | Users of Sleep, Paralysis or Yawn to improve catch chances |
| Bulk heal / support | Pokémon with reliable healing or screens to keep the team alive |
| Ball supply | Ultra Balls as the default; Timer Balls for longer attempts |
You are allowed to leave, restock and come back if things go badly – the mission is repeatable until you succeed.

Once you successfully catch Mewtwo, Project M is cleared and you receive:
| Reward | Details |
|---|---|
| Mewtwo | Level 70, three guaranteed perfect IVs and a strong move set |
| Mega Evolution access | Mewtwonite X and Y let you Mega Evolve into Mega Mewtwo X or Y |
| Prize money | 10,000 Poké Dollars (approximate based on current guides) |
| Extra items | Exp. Candy XL and smaller goodies listed at the mission completion |
The exact nature and IV spread of Mewtwo can vary slightly by save file, but it is designed to be a powerful late-game addition.
Absolutely. Project M is:
If you care about completing the Pokédex, building a top-tier team or just experiencing all of Lumiose City’s endgame content, Project M is essential.
Once you have Mewtwo:
Project M is one of the best payoffs in Legends Z-A – a cinematic Mewtwo encounter, a powerful new teammate and a perfect bridge into the Mega Dimension DLC.
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