Pokémon Legends: Z-A Unveils Mega Malamar, Mega Evolutions, and Mega Dimension DLC
Exciting news for Pokémon fans! Pokémon Legends: Z-A is set to introduce a range of new features, including the newly discovered Mega Malamar, along with other Mega Evolved Pokémon and the Mega Dimension DLC.
Meet Mega Malamar
Get ready to encounter Mega Malamar in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. This Dark- and Psychic-type Pokémon boasts an enlarged brain and enhanced psychic power, allowing it to manipulate the minds of others. Its hypnotic abilities make it a formidable opponent.
Mega Evolutions Revealed: Chesnaught, Delphox, and Greninja
Alongside Mega Malamar, Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox, and Mega Greninja have been officially revealed! These powerful Mega Evolved Pokémon will also appear in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, adding another layer of excitement to the gameplay.
Pokémon Legends Z-A Mega Dimension DLC Announced
Nintendo has announced that Pokémon Legends Z-A will receive paid downloadable content called Mega Dimension, shared during a recent Nintendo Direct presentation. This DLC promises to expand the game's story and introduce new challenges.
Exploring the Mega Dimension Story
The Mega Dimension DLC will allow Trainers to continue their adventure with Team MZ after completing the main storyline of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. The Mythical Pokémon, Hoopa, seems to hold the key to unlocking the secrets of Mega Dimension with it's ability to warp space using the rings on its horns.
New Mega Evolutions: Mega Raichu X and Mega Raichu Y
The Mega Dimension DLC also introduces two newly discovered Mega-Evolved Pokémon: Mega Raichu X and Mega Raichu Y. Mega Raichu X floats using electromagnetism and concentrates electricity into its fists, while Mega Raichu Y strikes swiftly with amplified electric power. Each requires a different Mega Stone to Mega Evolve.
| Mega Evolution | Description |
|---|---|
| Mega Raichu X | Floats using electromagnetism, concentrates electricity into fists. |
| Mega Raichu Y | Strikes swiftly with amplified electric power. |
| Mega Malamar | Enlarged brain and enhanced psychic power, allows mind manipulation. |
Lumiose City and Your First Partner
Set in Lumiose City, where an urban redevelopment plan is underway, Pokémon Legends Z-A offers players the chance to befriend either Chikorita, Tepig, or Totodile, who will become their first partner Pokémon.
Release Date and Pre-Orders
Pokémon Legends Z-A will be released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide on October 16, 2025. Pre-orders are now open on the My Nintendo Store, offering physical pre-order bonuses.