Jul 232025
Well, none of my Pokémon Presents predictions came true except for the obvious – a new look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
They did announce a new spin-off, a puzzle game for Switch and mobile that’s free-to-start on mobile and $9.99 on Switch, both with additional DLC packs for more puzzles.
It looks cute, but I don’t think I’ll get it.
So let’s focus on the real highlight of the presentation, Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Two new trailers have come out of the presentation. They introduce Team MZ (the group you’ll be working with), show how Lumiose City is different at day or night, and reveal the Rust Syndicate, which seems to be this game’s villain team. They also show off the customization options, which look better than ever.
And remember how I was excited to see Looker’s office after the previous Pokémon Presents? I don’t know if he’ll be back, but Emma is returning as a detective who gives you quests, so that’s great! Mable from Team Flare is back, as well.
The story involves Pokémon Mega Evolving on their own and going rogue, so that could be interesting.
I still don’t have as much excitement for this one as I did when it was first announced. I loved the exploration in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, and the city-based focus of Z-A just isn’t quite grabbing me in the same way. I wish it had stuck with turn-based combat, too.
On the other hand, the story seems interesting, and it’s nice to see some returning characters. Arceus was a pleasant surprise for me, so maybe this one will be too.
What do you think about the newest trailers for Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
It doesn’t seem as interesting as Arceus but willing to see how reviews are. Likely will not pre-order though.
Yeah, that’s how I feel right now, too.