Pokémon Legends: Z‑A Release Date - What We Know So Far

The Pokémon Legends series captured fans’ imaginations with its blend of open exploration and rich lore in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Game Freak surprised players again during a Pokémon Presents presentation with the reveal of Pokémon Legends: Z‑A, sending speculation soaring. In this post we compile everything currently known about the game’s release timing, the context behind the announcement and what you can expect while waiting for a firm release date.

Announcement and Early Details

• Reveal Date: The Pokémon Company announced Pokémon Legends: Z‑A during a Pokémon Presents broadcast celebrating Pokémon Day. The reveal trailer confirmed the return to Lumiose City in the Kalos region and teased futuristic urban redesigns reminiscent of mega evolution technology.
• Setting: Unlike the feudal past depicted in Arceus, Z‑A appears to take place in a future version of Lumiose City where megas and modern technology coexist. The trailer emphasised exploration of the city’s districts, hinting at a more vertical and urban environment.
• Platform: The game has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch hardware.

Release Window

At the time of writing, Game Freak and The Pokémon Company have not announced an exact release date. The reveal trailer stated that Pokémon Legends: Z‑A is scheduled for a worldwide release in 2025. No specific day or month was provided