Pokemon Legends: Z-A Launches In October, Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Detailed

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With the Nintendo Switch 2’s launch approaching quickly, the Nintendo community has been wondering what games will be coming to the brand-new console as the holiday season approaches. One major question has been answered, as today The Pokemon Company confirmed that Pokemon Legends: Z-A will launch October 16 on Nintendo Switch–with an upgraded Nintendo Switch 2 Edition releasing the same day.

Official Pokemon social media accounts confirmed the release date and the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, which will feature “improved graphics and frame rates.” Both the physical and digital versions of Pokemon Legends Z-A will be eligible for upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition via a separate “upgrade pack” purchase.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A takes place in the Paris-inspired Lumiose City, part of the Kalos region from Pokemon X and Y. Players will search for Pokemon in designated zones, battle with other Trainers in the streets and on rooftops, and compete in a nightly contest called Z-A Royale.

The Pokemon Company also announced a new Pokemon Presents livestream–where updates for new and existing Pokemon games are routinely revealed–for July 22. Specific timing has not been announced as of this writing.

The Nintendo Switch 2 launches June 5 worldwide, with 20 games set for its launch lineup. While no Pokemon games are scheduled to launch alongside the new console, notable games coming to Switch 2 on day one include Mario Kart World, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, and Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster. The Nintendo GameCube will also join the Nintendo Switch Online Nintendo Classics lineup, with The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker and Soul Calibur 2 among the initial offerings. Multiple Switch games will also receive free upgrades on the Switch 2, with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet included among them.

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