Pokemon presents Legends Z-A after the Pokemon Scarlet & Violet video game, released two years ago in 2022. The Pokemon franchise made this year’s Pokemon Day memorable with an exciting announcement. Pokemon Legends Z-A will be out on the Nintendo Switch, allowing you to explore Luminose City again.
Pokemon Legends Z-A resides in Lumiose City and was first seen in the 3DS titles Pokemon X and Y in 2013. But this time, the video game has a few changes and will show you a different side of the Kalos region. The game has a backdrop of an urban redevelopment plan, which shows the beautiful coexistence of humans and Pokemon in a single city. But what will become of the actual gameplay? Will this game focus on Pokemon, the natural landscape, and its concrete details?
Pokémon Legends Z-A: Release Date
Pokemon Legends Z-A will be released on the Nintendo Switch in 2025. Although the upcoming game has a release window, more information regarding its exact release date is still needed. The franchise has not set a date yet but has informed fans that the worldwide release is in 2025.
Moreover, information about pre-order bonuses and special editions has yet to be available.
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Why Is It Called Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
We do not know why the game is called Pokemon Legends Z-A, but the name of the upcoming game refers to multiple Pokemon Lore. The AZ combination is apparent to the immortal king responsible for Mega Evolution; however, adding the Z letter resonates within the Pokemon community.
The Z in the title of the game can be the signature element. It can go back to the game’s history and refer to the move, for example, Z moves. It could also be a strategic element of the game and its fresh game features. However, there is also no denying that there seems to be a reference to Zygarde in the logo, even if there is no confirmation from the company.
The first announcement of the game intrigued many. However, the launch title sparked curiosity about why it was named Pokemon Z-A. It was believed among the fans that Zygarde would team up to form a trio with mascots Xerneas and Yveltal. Along with these, the fans also predicted the new Mega Evolution in the core series game. But it turns out it was all just a fan theory. Producers Tsunekazu Ishihara and Junichi Masuda confirmed that “such a game was never ever planned.” Instead of the much-anticipated Pokemon Z-A, the franchise released Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire in 2014.
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Every Pokémon Is Spotted in the Trailer
Other than the harmony between people and Pokemon, there is another factor fans look towards. With every new game, knowing the potential new Pokemon for the year is more challenging, but finding familiar faces within the game and debut trailer is always fun. The teaser trailer for the upcoming game has given us a chance to spot a few.
Alongside Pikachu, multiple other Pokemon who made their names in Pokemon X and Y appeared in the Pokemon Legends Z-A announcement trailer. Characters such as Litleo, Pyroar, Klefki, Sylveon, Aegislash, Espurr, Hawlucha, Fletchling, Talonflame, Flabébé, Gogoat, and Furfrou were visible in the sneak peek.
Also, different generations of Pokemon have made their way into the new game. The list includes:
- Sandile
- Krookodile
- Pidgey
- Pinsir
- Gyarados
- Hippopotas
- Dragonair
- Emolga
- Heracross
In the preview clip, the highlight of the game was the coexistence of people in the urban landscape. This shows the possible theme of harmony between the two and a fresh experience for the users.
It was also unexpected since Unova was the region predicted by multiple people, following Sinnoh in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. But the franchise decided to take their chance and return to Kalos.
