Pokémon Legends: Z-A takes place in Lumiose City within the Kalos region. The city is being rebuilt into a modern space where humans and Pokémon live together. Players explore open urban areas mixed with natural zones filled with wild Pokémon. The game blends exploration, real-time battles, and city-based missions that evolve as the story unfolds. Mega Evolution returns with new visual effects and expanded mechanics that enhance strategy in combat. Game Modes Story Mode Follow the main storyline centered around Lumiose City’s reconstruction. Complete missions, interact with residents, and uncover the truth behind the Mega Evolution energy. Free Exploration Mode Roam the city’s open districts and outer zones to catch, train, and battle Pokémon in real-time. Encounter dynamic weather, day and night cycles, and hidden areas. Battle Club (Multiplayer) Join ranked online battles and climb divisions from Z to A. Challenge trainers worldwide in 1v1 or team-based matches. Z-A Royale (Night Battles) At night, special Battle Zones open across Lumiose City. Trainers can join quick matches where time, location, and Pokémon types affect strategy. Side Missions and Events Take on city-based requests, rescue tasks, or limited-time events to earn Mega Energy and unlock new forms. Key Features Fully open-world Pokémon adventure set in Kalos Enhanced Mega Evolution system tied to a new Mega Energy gauge Real-time battle mechanics with strategic depth 3D city design with dynamic environments and vertical exploration New Pokémon and regional forms introduced for Z-A Optional cooperative online play and ranked matchmaking Cross-save and upgrade support between Switch and Switch 2 Technical Details Platform: Nintendo Switch Genre: Action RPG Developer: Game Freak Publisher: Nintendo and The Pokémon Company Gameplay Modes: Single-player, Online Multiplayer Graphics: Dynamic 3D Open World Resolution: Up to 1080p on Switch, 1440p on Switch 2 Frame Rate: 30–60 FPS depending on platform Audio: Surround Sound Languages: English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Italian Release Date: October 2025 Rating: PEGI 7