Pokémon Presents 2025, held February 27th, thrilled fans with a wave of exciting announcements. From unexpected reveals to details on *Pokémon Legends: Z-A*, new fighters in beloved games, TV series updates, and cross-title events, the presentation was jam-packed.
This article summarizes the key reveals.
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Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Game Freak unveiled more about their highly anticipated title, sparking excitement and surprise among viewers. The showcase highlighted Lumiose City, a Paris-inspired metropolis featuring stunning European architecture, charming streets, and outdoor cafés, complete with its own Eiffel Tower. The city’s blend of nature and urban landscape, with overgrown streets and moss-covered buildings, creates a unique atmosphere. Trainers can explore rooftops and even leap between buildings, adding a new dimension to traversal.
Lumiose City is undergoing a massive reconstruction project spearheaded by the Quasartico Corporation, aiming to create public spaces for humans and Pokémon. However, the CEO and secretary's ominous demeanor hint at a potentially complex role in the story.
A groundbreaking gameplay mechanic was revealed: trainers can now move alongside their Pokémon on the battlefield, dodging attacks in real-time. The interface has been redesigned to support this, resulting in spectacular visual effects.
The starter Pokémon were finally revealed: Tepig, Chikorita, and Totodile. Given the emphasis on Mega Evolutions, they are likely to play a significant role, with their transformation sequences showcased in breathtaking detail.
The return of AZ, the tragic former King of Kalos, was announced. Now running a hotel in Lumiose City, his story of reviving his Pokémon and subsequent curse of immortality and loneliness forms a crucial part of the narrative.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is slated for release at the end of 2025.
Pokémon Champions
A new Pokémon multiplayer battle game was announced, featuring electrifying music and a showcase of Mega-Evolved and Terastallized Pokémon battles. Details are scarce, but the game focuses solely on battles, incorporating familiar mechanics like type advantages, abilities, and moves. It will be available on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, integrating with Pokémon HOME for Pokémon transfers.
Pokémon Unite
New Pokémon are joining *Pokémon Unite*: Suicune (March 1st), Alolan Raichu (April), and Alcremie (coming soon). Map and wild Pokémon updates were also briefly mentioned.
Pokémon TCG Pocket
Ranked matches are coming to *Pokémon TCG Pocket* in March. The Arceus ex card from the "Triumphant Light" booster pack was also revealed (though this had leaked beforehand).
Other Announcements and News
The presentation included various smaller announcements: a Cresselia vs. Darkrai event in *Pokémon Sleep*; *Pokémon Masters EX*'s 5.5th anniversary with Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre; a new *Pokémon GO* Tour featuring Unova region Pokémon (March 1st and 2nd); and a new apple-themed menu in *Pokémon Café ReMix*. The continuation of the *Pokémon Concierge* Netflix series was also confirmed, with new episodes arriving in September 2025.
Pokémon Presents 2025 concluded with a focus on *Pokémon Legends: Z-A*, but delivered a wide range of exciting updates across the franchise.
