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Pokémon Legends: Z-A Confirms Mega Victreebel in Found-Footage Reveal

The reveal underscores Mega Evolution’s return ahead of the October 16 launch on Switch platforms.

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A trainer in a helmet photographed next to the newly revealed Mega Victreebell in a promotional still for Pokémon Legends: Z-A
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Mega Victreebel

Overview

  • The Pokémon Company released a horror-themed trailer titled "The Case of the Sweet Scent Incident" that officially unveils Mega Victreebel, corroborating earlier leaks.
  • Official materials state it retains Grass/Poison typing and holds so much sweet-smelling acid it can melt steel, with vines cinching its neck to contain overflow.
  • Mega Victreebel joins the previously announced Mega Dragonite as Legends: Z-A brings back in-battle Mega Evolution to the main series.
  • The game launches October 16, 2025 on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, with an optional upgrade pack for Switch buyers and performance and resolution enhancements on Switch 2.
  • Recent updates also highlighted multiplayer features, including the Z-A Battle Club four-player mode and Mega Rogue encounters featuring giant Mega-evolved Pokémon.