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News Pokémon Legends Z-A Update Planned For November, Will Address "Known Issues"
Here's what you can expect, trainers
Pokémon Legends Z-A has been out for a few weeks now and during this time The Pokémon Company and developer Game Freak have identified some issues. In response to this, a response has been issued about the "current known issues and planned fixes" on the way. The fixes will be rolled out in a "future update"...
Talking Point When Did 'Good Enough' Become Good Enough For Pokémon?
The old magic
Over the weekend, we republished our reader-ranked list of all the Pokémon games after everyone had had a chance to spend some quality time with Legends: Z-A and vote accordingly. That's 22 mainline games by our count. The entries at the top of the table probably won't surprise you, as the inventiveness and sheer novelty (and...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Ranked Battles Season 2 Start Date And Rewards Revealed
What does the Delphox say?
The first Ranked Battles Season is almost at an end in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and The Pokémon Company is wasting no time in teeing up what's around the corner. Ranked Battles Season 2 kicks off on 6th November at 6am UTC and will reward all those that reach Rank K or higher with a Delphoxite Mega Stone — which, as you...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 20 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
The End Zone
With 20 Wild Zones to explore in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Lumiose City has saved the best — and most unique — until last. Jam packed full of Pokémon, Wild Zone 20 is also one of the best places to get Alphas. So here's your guide to the final Wild Zone of Z-A. Note that this guide will contain mild spoilers for the end of the game...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 19 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Just a Normal park
What would you do if your favourite park was suddenly turned into a Wild Zone full of Pokémon? Well, the residents of Lumiose City are about to find out in Legends: Z-A. While birds and squirrels may be the park's usual inhabitants, how about a giant kangaroo and a dragon? here's our complete guide to Wild Zone 19, including...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 18 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Dragon tamer
We're sure you're thinking there's been a surprising lack of Dragons in these Wild Zones throughout Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Well, that's about to change. Those looking for their Pseudo-Legendaries and dangerous Alphas, well, Wild Zone 18 is your friend. Our guide covers everything you need to know about this compact, but tall, zone...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Where To Catch Beldum
Steel joints
One of the rarest Pokémon to find since it debuted in Ruby & Sapphire, Beldum is equally difficult to find — and catch — in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. There's only one place, andone room, you can find this 'mon in the entire game, and it's not early either. This guide will tell you the exact location of Beldum and the best way to...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Where To Catch Goomy
Pokémon Goo
Goomy is one of the cutest Dragon-types in the Pokémon franchise and, since it's debut in X & Y, it's won the hearts of many. It's been around in almost every game since, including Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Similar to Dratini, though, Goomy isn't particularly easy to find. You need to know what it likes and pay attention to the weather...
Reminder Room For More Pokémon? A New Horizons Series Arrives On iPlayer Today
From Z-A and beyond
Not content with only releasing a new mainline game and tickets to the upcoming pop-up store in October, The Pokémon Company is bringing even more monster-catching content to the UK in the coming weeks with a new series of the Pokémon Horizons anime. Part one of the third season, subtitled 'Rising Hope', will arrive on BBC...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Scored US' Biggest Physical Game Launch Since TOTK
Link cable
Pokémon Legends: Z-A might not have flown off the shelves quite as fast as its series predecessors around the world, but that's not to say that its launch has been anything to scoff at. In fact, it has put up the US' biggest physical game launch in over two years. That's according to Circana's Mat Piscatella on Bluesky, who noted that...
Opinion One Year On, Every Positive 'Pokémon TCG Pocket' Update Still Comes With A Catch
A flip-flopping Magikarp
About a year ago, I reviewed Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket here at Nintendo Life, awarding it a respectable 7/10, largely because collecting ‘mons from that initial set of packs felt kinetic and exciting. Sure, there was far too much monetisation in the form of multiple different currencies, and the battles lacked a...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: How To Get Eternal Flower Floette
Bloom eternal
AZ's Floette is a complete unique version of this Fairy-type Pokémon. She plays a pivotal role in the story and is one of your most-constant companions back at the Hotel. And, once you've beaten Pokémon Legends: Z-A, you can add her (and her powerful Mega Evolution) to your team. This guide will tell you how to get Eternal Flower...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 17 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Swallow your pride
Ever wondered what it's like to be followed by a pack of lions? Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Wild Zone 17 is a great place to find out. Oh boy. This might be the trickiest Wild Zone to navigate in the game, simply because of those aforementioned lions and lionesses. So here's our guide on everything you can catch, and just how, in...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 16 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Plaza pals
The last of Pokémon Legends: Z-A's plazas is a Wild Zone at last! Wild Zone 16 is much bigger than the previous one, with a lovely pastoral group of Pokémon to catch. There's few surprises here too, but for a rundown of everything you can find in Wild Zone 16, this is the guide for you. Wild Zone 16 Location: You'll find the Bleu...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Where To Catch Gible
A real nibbler
One of Gen IV's best Pokémon lines is Gible, which can evolve into the mighty landshark Garchomp. It's also got a killer Mega Evolution to boot. So catching one as soon as you can is worthwhile in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. There's just one problem — it's pretty rare! We've got some tips on how to best catch Gible in Lumiose City,...
Guide Best Pokémon Games Of All Time
Where does Legends: Z-A rank?
Updated with Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the latest mainline entry. Enjoy! Ranking the best Pokémon games is no easy feat given that many of them are considered among the best games of their particular hardware generation. Then you have to consider just how many spin-off Pokémon games have come out over the last 30 years...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Where To Catch Ralts
Read your mind
Ralts has always been a bit of a sneaky Pokémon to catch. Its shyness means that it's got a low encounter rate, and you won't find it in any Wild Zone in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Fortunately, you can get one pretty early on in Lumiose City, if you know where to look. And we do! Here's where to catch Ralts in the latest Pokémon game!...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Finding A Place for Heliolisk Side Mission - What's The Right Apartment?
A electric home
Renting isn't cheap; that's the dilemma that has this trainer and his beloved Heliolisk stumped in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. he wants to make his 'mon happy by finding the perfect home, but he needs some help. If you're struggling to find the perfect Pokémon apartment, then this guide will tell you how to complete the Finding A Place...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: How To Find A Jumbo Pumpkaboo
Trick or treat!
Pumpkaboo is adorable and one of the many fantastic Ghost-type Pokémon you can catch in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. But did you know this little ghostly pumpkin comes in four varieties? For one Side Mission later in the game, you'll need to find a Jumbo-sized Pumpkaboo, the rarest size of them all. This guide will give you some tips on...
News Pokémon Legends: Z-A Sold 5.8 Million Copies Globally In Its First Week
Approximately half of the sales were for Switch 2
The Pokémon Company has announced Pokémon Legends: Z-A has sold a total of 5.8 million copies worldwide in its first week. This includes the combined sales of the Switch and Switch 2 physical releases as well as digital downloads. According to the official press release, approximately half of...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: How To Catch Zygarde
The last garde of Z-A
Zygarde is an integral part of Pokémon Legends: Z-A; basically think of this Legendary as the equivalent of Arceus in Legends: Arceus, and you're not far off. That, of course, means you can catch this unusual Pokémon. It takes a few steps, but we'll outline just what you need to do to catch Zygarde in the game. Note: This...
News Pokémon TCG Pocket Lands New Expansion As App Surpasses 150 Million Downloads
New features also get a release date
As we approach the one-year anniversary of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, The Pokémon Company has lifted the lid on a brand new expansion that will be arriving in the app next week. The "Mega Rising' expansion bursts onto the scene one week today, on 30th October, and, as the name suggests, it'll bring a...
Opinion Pokémon Legends Z-A Is The Creepiest Entry Yet, Not In A Good Way
Move!
There’s been quite a lot of talk recently about the lack of voiceover work in Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and I can understand why. Game Freak has made some pretty decent strides with its cutscenes, depicting characters that animate realistically right down to their facial expressions and mouth movements. Yet they don’t actually talk. It’s...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 15 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Alley allies
Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Wild Zone 15 might be one of the narrowest of the bunch, but with a decent variety of creatures between day and night, this is an area that you'll want to visit more than once. In this guide, we've listed all of the Pokémon you'll find in this Wild Zone, and given you some pointers on where to find them...
Random Pokémon Legends: Z-A Player Uses 3D Printer To Grind For A Shiny Charm
Missing the point, maybe?
We've seen countless methods over the years in which players have made wild contraptions to help grind battles and progression, and this latest from YouTuber Professor Rex is pretty elaborate. As covered by Automaton, Pokémon Legends: Z-A players will need to complete 1
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 14 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Nuts and volts
Those ready to rock and roll have come to the right place, because Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Wild Zone 14 is packed with Rock and Ground types. Below, we've laid out every Pokémon you can catch in the area, including one particularly pesky Alpha... Wild Zone 14 Location: You'll find Wild Zone 14 on the west side of Lumiose City...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 13 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Unlucky for some
Prepare to relive your bug-catching glory days, folks, because Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Wild Zone 13 is all about the insects. This Zone is positively crawling with bugs, and in this guide, we've listed how to catch 'em all. Wild Zone 13 Location: You'll find Wild Zone 13 at the very top of Lumiose City's Rouge District. To...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: All Z-A Royale Promotion Matches
Climbing the ladder
It's literally in the title — Z-A. So there's no way you won't be going from Zero to Hero in Pokémon Legends: Z-A and the Z-A Royale. This guide covers every single promotion match you'll need to fight in order to reach Rank A, including the very final fight to determine who the best Trainer in Lumiose City is. We've got...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 12 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
The clock is striking 12
Wild Zone 12 is one of the more densely-packed areas in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, so make sure you have a good number of Poké Balls on hand. Below, we'll run through every Pokémon in this icy Wild Zone and explain where you need to look to catch them. Wild Zone 12 Location: You'll find Wild Zone 12 in the southern...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 11 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Dialling things up to 11!
Wild Zone 11 splits its 'mon between river and land, so it's a good place to beef up your Water Type roster if you're after another strong player. Below, we'll run through everything you can catch in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Wild Zone and explain where to find them. Wild Zone 11 Location: You'll find Wild Zone 11...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: How To Catch Xerneas & Yveltal
X & Y return
The box art legendaries for Pokémon X & Y make their grand return in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and if you're a true Pokémon collector, then you'll want to add these two to your team. While not available until much later, Xerneas and Yveltal are iconic Kalos 'mon that require a little bit of work to acquire. So we'll be covering every...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 10 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
A 10/10?
Wild Zone 10 takes you into the waterways and between the buildings on the west side of Lumiose City. So expect... sharks? Oh, okay. Pokémon Legends: Z-A's 'mon pool gets much wider with this new Zone, so here's a rundown of everything you catch catch in Wild Zone 10! Wild Zone 10 Location: Well, if you're just visited Wild Zone 9,...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Best Canari Plush - All Dolls & Effects
Let's Go DYN4MO!
Canari is a name you'll become all too familiar with in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, but you won't actually meet her for a few hours. Instead, you'll get acquainted with her rather adorable plush dolls. This guide will explain everything you need to know about the Canari Plush Dolls, what they do, where to get them, and just how to get...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
Z-A++?
The latest Pokémon adventure has landed on the Switch and Switch, letting players roam about a much-expanded rendition of Lumiose City from X & Y. Pokémon Legends: Z-A has received some fairly mixed reception so far, though it seems most are in agreement that although it might not be the prettiest game ever made (far from it!), the new...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 9 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
You'll need some gymnastics, here
Wild Zone 9 stretches high into the sky, serving as a collection of buildings, scaffolding, and hard-to-reach places. That's gotta mean there's some good Pokémon here, right? Well, in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, there's always something worth catching. So here's a guide on every available Pokémon and Alpha in Wild...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 8 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
This one bites...
Hey, ever think those Wild Zones are a little too safe? Well how about a bunch of crocodiles biting at your ankles? That's exactly what Wild Zone 8 aims to deliver in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. If you can get over the snappers in this sandy park, then you should be able to collect a number of very nice Pokémon indeed. This guide...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 7 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
No 7-Eleven
Lumiose City is starting to open up now, and with Wild Zone 7, your Pokémon Legends: Z-A Pokédex is starting to look healthy. Wild Zone 7 is a pretty simple area, but it's another great place to pick up some type variety for your team. So, here's every single Pokémon and Alpha Pokémon you can catch in this sandy plaza. Wild Zone...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Where To Catch Dratini
Ohhh Drat-ini
We're sure some of you are desperate to add that new Mega Dragonite to your team. But first you'll need a Dratini. Unfortunately, this cute little Dragon-type can be a bit of a pain to catch in Pokémon Legends: Z-A! Luckily, we're here to tell you the best place to catch Dratini in Lumiose City. Make sure you bring your very best...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: How To Increase Friendship Fast
Love at first sip
The Friendship stat is back in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, along with many Pokémon that need to be best buds with you to evolve. Raising it is very simple — if you know where to go! Here's our guide on how to raise Friendship levels in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, where to get the Soothe Bell, and which Pokémon require high friendship to...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Best Starter Pokémon - How To Get Chikorita, Tepig & Totodile
Pick your pals
So, you've started Pokémon Legends: Z-A, you've picked your partner Pokémon (and it was an agonising decision), but now you're doubting yourself. All three are irresistable, after all! Fear not, you're can still get all three starters in-game regardless of your first choice. Still, here's our guide on what the best Starter is in...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: All Mega Evolutions & Mega Stone Locations
Make them Mega
Mega Evolutions return! Pokémon Legends: Z-A brings this fan-favourite mechanic back; not seen since Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, this ability allows your favourite 'mons to get an extra power boost and a snazzy new look to boot. All previous Mega Evolutions have returned in Z-A, but we've also got some brand new ones to sink our...
Poll Box Art Brawl - Duel: Hey You, Pikachu!
Pika-who?
Welcome back, one and all, to this week's edition of Box Art Brawl! It was the NSO newbie Fatal Fury Special that got put under the microscope last time, as we matched up two covers for this SNES brawler. Overall, it was a pretty one-sided fight. The colourful Japanese variant walked away with 68% of the vote, leaving the North American...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 6 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
It's an Alpha world
You're probably used to the way Wild Zones go at this point in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. But Wild Zone 5 is pretty darn big, with sewer systems and rooftops to explore. So you might need a hand navigating your way around this one. Luckily, this guide will tell you what Pokémon and Alpha Pokémon you can get in Wild Zone 5. Wild...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 5 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Keep five alive... or wait, are there more?
You're probably used to the way Wild Zones go at this point in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. But Wild Zone 5 is pretty darn big, with sewer systems and rooftops to explore. So you might need a hand navigating your way around this one. Luckily, this guide will tell you what Pokémon and Alpha Pokémon you can get...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 4 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Things are getting spooky
Ahh, a cemetery — totally normal to be catching Pokémon here, right? Well, in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the answer is yes. Wild Zone 4 is likely your first taste of Ghost-type Pokémon, so it's a good time to stock up! Here's all the Pokémon you can expect to find in the cemetery, along with Alpha Pokémon. Wild Zone 4...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 3 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
A triple threat
One of the many circular Wild Zones in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Wild Zone 3 is an entirely flat park with a handful of fun Pokémon. But what Pokémon, you ask? Well, we'll tell you exactly what you can catch in Wild Zone 3 in this guide below. Wild Zone 3 Location: Wild Zone 3 is another big plaza, this time Rouge Plaza. You'll...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 2 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Two to tango
We're moving on up in the world! Wild Zone 2 introduces some Water-type Pokémon, which may well be helpful for building your Pokémon Legends: Z-A team. This guide covers everything you need to know about Wild Zone 2, which Pokémon to catch, and what Alphas are available. Wild Zone 2 Location: You'll find Wild Zone 2 off of...
Guide Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Wild Zone 1 Guide - All Pokémon & Alphas
Everything to find in your very first Wild Zone
Wild Zone 1 will be your introduction to Pokémon Legends: Z-A's abundance of closed-off areas: there are specifically designed to keep Pokémon and people safe, and allow you to catch some 'mons for your team. There's a healthy selection of early companions for you to collect here, so we'll be...
Guide How Long Does It Take To Beat Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
When will you reach A rank?
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is unlike any Pokémon game before it; yes, it may take cues from Legends: Arceus and the countless number of turn-based titles preceding, but it's combat-heavy focus and story structure change up the usual formula. So, does that mean it takes longer to beat that other Pokémon games? We'll answer...
Poll Which Starter Pokémon Did You Choose In Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
I choose you...
For some trainers, one of the most difficult decisions in a new Pokémon game is your starter Pokémon pick. In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the same traditions apply, where you pick from one of three Pokémon. This time you have a choice of Chikorita (the Grass-type), Totodile (the Water-type), and Tepig (the Fire-type Pokémon)...
