Overview

• The game releases worldwide on October 16 for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with a $9.99 upgrade pack for players moving from Switch to the enhanced edition.
• Nintendo’s new overview shows Wild Zones, the ranked Z‑A Royale, real‑time battles with Mega Evolution, and free‑for‑all fights for up to four trainers locally or online.
• Official materials note Pokémon HOME support is slated for 2026, with one‑way transfers into Legends: Z‑A that cannot be moved back to earlier games.
• Pokémon GO will run a Legends: Z‑A celebration from October 16–20 featuring more Mega Raids, free Timed Research with Chikorita, Totodile, or Tepig, free Lumiose‑themed avatar items, and event‑window access to featured Charged Attacks via Charged TM.
• Paid Mega Dimension DLC was announced ahead of launch, priced around $24.99–$29.99, with a post‑story expansion planned before the end of February 2026.