During the Pokémon Presents on Thursday, February 27, 2025, the latest footage for Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A was released!
Information such as a series-first "Pokémon battle system," the appearance of "Mega Evolution," and the release period of Fall 2025 was revealed.
"Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A" Latest Footage Released!
Within the "Pokémon Presents 2025.2.27" delivered on Thursday, February 27, 2025, the latest footage for "Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A" was released.
The latest footage is packed with information, such as the series' first "Pokémon battles" where Pokémon and trainers act in real-time, and the appearance of "Mega Evolution," an evolution beyond evolution.
"Lumiose City," Where Urban Redevelopment Is Progressing, Is the Setting!
In this title, "Lumiose City" in the Kalos region, which appeared in "X" and "Y," is the setting.
"Lumiose City" is undergoing urban redevelopment, aiming to become a city where people and Pokémon coexist.
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The protagonist, who visits Lumiose City on a trip, will operate from an old hotel called "Hotel Z" as their base of operations.
Your First Partner Pokémon
You will choose one partner from the three Pokémon: Chikorita and Totodile, who first appeared in "Gold" and "Silver," and Tepig, who first appeared in "Black" and "White," and adventure together.
Characters and Pokémon Appearing in the Story
Various characters will appear in "Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A".
Protagonist
The protagonist meets companions during their trip to Lumiose City and will take on various events and incidents that occur in the city.
Urbain / Taunie
They live and work at Hotel Z while supporting the owner. They are quite skilled at "Pokémon battles" and have a personality that can't leave people or Pokémon in trouble. Depending on the chosen protagonist's appearance, Urbain or Taunie will appear.
Hotel Z Owner AZ and His Partner Floette (Eternal Flower)
The man named AZ, who is approximately 3m tall and serves as the owner of Hotel Z, and his partner Floette (Eternal Flower) will appear.
Floette (Eternal Flower) is a rare Pokémon that has a black flower, different from other Floette.
Quasartico Inc. President Jett and Secretary Vinnie
Characters such as Jett, the president of the large company "Quasartico Inc." promoting urban redevelopment in Lumiose City, and his secretary Vinnie will also appear.
Legendary Pokémon Zygarde
In the latest footage, the appearance of the Legendary Pokémon Zygarde is teased.
Real-Time Pokémon Battles!?
The "Pokémon battles" in "Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A" feature a series-first battle method where Pokémon and trainers move together, unleashing moves at the trainer's command, rather than Pokémon acting once per turn.
The distance, range, and speed that moves reach differ depending on the move, making the timing of choosing moves and the Pokémon's position important.
Mega Evolution Returns!
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"Mega Evolution", an evolution beyond evolution that appeared in "X" and "Y," will appear. "Mega Evolution" deepens the bond between trainer and Pokémon and is made possible by the resonance between the "Key Stone" held by the trainer and the "Mega Stone" held by the Pokémon.
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In the latest footage, Pokémon that have undergone "Mega Evolution" so far, such as Gyarados, Charizard, and Kangaskhan, appeared. Let's wait for further updates on whether new Pokémon that will undergo "Mega Evolution" will appear! For game details, please see the "Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A" official website.
Nintendo Switchソフト『Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A（ゼットエー）』の最新情報が公開！
「ミアレシティ」で出会えるポケモンや登場人物を紹介しているよ。
シリーズ初のポケモンとトレーナーがリアルタイムで行動する戦闘にも注目してね！https://t.co/3E0EoYrltJ #PokemonLegendsZA pic.twitter.com/yI89Fb1teG— ポケモン公式 (@Pokemon_cojp) February 27, 2025
