Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Potential August 2025 Release Date Surfaces
A potential release date for the highly anticipated Pokémon Legends: Z-A has emerged, pointing towards an August 15, 2025 launch. This date, initially spotted on Amazon UK in early January 2025 and swiftly removed, aligns with The Pokémon Company's previously stated 2025 release window.
Initially unveiled during the February 2024 Pokémon Day celebrations, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the anticipated sequel to 2022's Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Building on the exploration-focused gameplay of its predecessor, it's expected to maintain the open-ended experience, prioritizing collection over traditional gym battles and the Pokémon League. Details remain scarce since its announcement.
The Amazon UK listing leak, highlighted by content creator Light88, briefly displayed the August 15th date before reverting to a December 31st placeholder. This August date, however, fits within the previously announced timeframe.
February 2025 Confirmation Possible
While the leaked date's authenticity remains unconfirmed, an official announcement is likely imminent. Following the pattern set by the game's initial reveal during Pokémon Day 2024, its release date could be unveiled during the 2025 Pokémon Day event, scheduled for February 27th (corroborated by recent findings from a Pokémon GO dataminer).
Beyond a release date, fans eagerly await a gameplay reveal, also potentially slated for the February 2025 Pokémon Presents broadcast.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is confirmed for Nintendo Switch, and will also be playable on the upcoming Switch 2, thanks to the console's announced backward compatibility. While past mainline Pokémon titles have featured paid DLC, Pokémon Legends: Arceus only received a single free post-launch update, "Daybreak."
