Fans are ready to catch ‘em all all over again in the Pokemon Legends: Z-A!

When will it release and could it be a Switch 2 launch title?

The incoming release ofPokemon Z-Acould be a ground-breaking moment for the beloved monster-collecting franchise.

Pokemon ZA Release

Pokemon Legends: Z-Awas first announced during the February 2024 Pokemon Presents presentation.

The game debuted with a mysterious futuristic trailer, sporting nothing but a 2025 release date.

When Will Pokemon ZA Release?

Lumiose City blueprint in Pokemon Legends Z-A

Fans may not be waiting long for the release ofPokemon Legends: Z-A.

TypicallyPokemongames have been on a three-year development cycle.

Pokemon Sun/Moonwas released in 2016,Sword/Shieldin 2019, andScarlet/Violetin 2022.

Nintendo Confirms Exciting 2025 Video Games Slate (Switch & Switch 2)

There are few titles on Nintendo’s platforms that sell likePokemongames.

The franchise has sold over 480 million units, as of December 2023 (viaThe Pokemon Company).

Pokemon Legends: Z-Ais expected to be released sometime in 2025.

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