Mega Dragonite Officially Announced for Pokémon Legends Z-A During July 2025 Pokémon Presents

Mega Dragonite makes its highly anticipated debut in Pokémon Legends Z-A, as confirmed during the July 22, 2025 Pokémon Presents livestream.

Developed by the renowned Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company, Pokémon Legends Z-A is set to expand on the popular Legends series, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch platform. Pokémon Legends Z-A continues the innovation and legacy that began with Pokémon Legends: Arceus, pushing the boundaries of gameplay and Pokémon lore.

The announcement of Mega Dragonite marks a significant addition, bringing back the beloved Mega Evolution mechanic first introduced in Pokémon X and Y.

This is the first time Mega Dragonite has been available in any Pokémon game, marking a landmark moment for both fans and competitive players. During the Pokémon Presents presentation, company representatives revealed, "Mega Dragonite will appear for the first time in Pokémon Legends Z-A, giving trainers a new way to experience classic Pokémon in an entirely new light." As of this announcement, no additional new Mega Evolutions have been revealed.

The livestream focused on the excitement surrounding Mega Dragonite’s arrival and teased future updates as the launch date approaches. Pokémon Legends Z-A has garnered global attention since its initial reveal, with the franchise maintaining its position as one of the best-selling video game series worldwide.

With over 480 million units sold across all mainline and spin-off titles as of 2024, the Pokémon brand continues to innovate through successful releases on the Nintendo Switch and digital distribution via the eShop. Game Freak—the Tokyo-based game developer behind the core Pokémon series—has consistently introduced new features and gameplay mechanics with each major release.

The addition of Mega Dragonite reflects their commitment to evolving the franchise while honoring fan-favorite elements.

After the Pokémon Legends: Arceus breakthrough in January 2022, which received critical acclaim for its open-world design and fresh approach, expectations are high for Pokémon Legends Z-A to build on that momentum. As official updates continue to roll out leading up to the game’s launch, trainers can look forward to exploring the world of Pokémon Legends Z-A and experiencing the power of Mega Dragonite firsthand.

Stay tuned to official Nintendo Directs, the eShop, and Pokémon Presents streams for the latest news, trailers, and gameplay reveals surrounding one of the most anticipated Nintendo Switch exclusives of the coming year.

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