Pokémon Legends: Z-A Trailer Unveils New Gameplay Features and Late 2025 Release

The latest Nintendo Direct showcases Lumiose City's redevelopment, real-time battles, and the Z-A Royale tournament as key elements of the upcoming game.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is confirmed for a late 2025 release on Nintendo Switch, as announced in the latest gameplay trailer.
The game introduces real-time battles, replacing the traditional turn-based system, and emphasizes strategic combat mechanics.
The Z-A Royale tournament, a nighttime competition in Lumiose City, allows players to rise from Rank Z to Rank A, with a wish granted to top-ranked players.
A dynamic day-night cycle alters gameplay, with Pokémon-catching emphasized during the day and trainer battles taking center stage at night.
Mega Evolutions return, including confirmed appearances like Mega Alakazam, alongside the inclusion of all Pokémon species for the first time on Nintendo Switch.