THE POKEMON COMPANYPokemon Legends Z-A is taking players back to the Kalos region, but will the game feature the beloved Mega Evolution mechanic, which was introduced in Pokemon X & Y?
The Pokemon franchise has introduced several new battle mechanics over the years, starting with Mega Evolutions in Gen 6. Z-Moves followed this in Gen 7, Dynamax/Gigantamax in Gen 8, and most recently, Terastalization in Gen 9.
The problem is that Game Freak has been cycling these special mechanics out with each new entry, save for both Mega Evolutions and Z-Moves appearing in Gen 7. This has caused a backlash from fans of these mechanics, who want to see them appear in every game.
Pokemon Legends Z-A is set in the Kalos region from Gen 6, the era when Mega Evolutions were first introduced. Does this mean that Mega Evolutions are set to return when the game launches in 2025?
Mega Evolution will appear in Pokemon Legends Z-A
The fans of Mega Evolution around the world can celebrate, as Mega Evolutions in Pokemon Legends Z-A have been confirmed.
The first trailer for Pokemon Legends Z-A ended with the appearance of the Mega Evolution symbol, taunting that the mechanic will be part of the game in some capacity.
Then, an extended look at the game was released during the 2025 Pokemon Presents, and the Pokemon X & Y’s Mega Evolution mechanic was confirmed.
During the video, some iconic Mega Evolved Pokemon could be seen, including Mega Charizard X, Mega Ampharos, Mega Kangaskhan, and Mega Absol. The official Pokemon Legends Z-A website confirmed Mega Charizard Y, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Sableye, Mega Altaria, and Mega Lucario, too.
As Mega Evolutions only take place in battle and have no function outside of them, it hints at encounters being more important in Pokemon Legends Z-A.
Fans are excited at the prospect of new Mega Evolutions appearing in Pokemon Legends Z-A, especially for the Pokemon who were unfairly left out last time, like the Kalos starters and the Legendary Pokemon in the region.
As Pokemon Legends Z-A isn’t set to launch until late 2025, fans will have to wait a while before we know more. Hopefully, we’ll learn more about Mega Evolution’s origins and see a whole new crop of Pokemon receiving the power-up so they can unleash it in battle.
That’s everything we have for Pokemon Legends Z-A right now, but be sure to check out more of our great guides, including the confirmed starters and every featured Pokemon.