Pokémon Legends: Z-A Teams Up with CMLL for Spectacular Wrestling Event Ahead of Nintendo Switch Release

Nintendo is ramping up excitement for the highly anticipated Pokémon Legends: Z-A by partnering with Mexican wrestling giant Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) for a uniquely themed wrestling event.

This collaboration took place on June 25, as part of an ambitious marketing campaign to celebrate the forthcoming release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The event immersed attendees in the Pokémon universe, with the arena decked out in Pokémon Legends: Z-A branding, including vibrant colors and prominent logos from the game.

The spectacle was heightened by the participation of top Mexican wrestling stars dressed as the iconic Pokémon Machamp and Hawlucha, both of whom feature prominently in the new title.

Over the course of roughly two and a half hours, fans witnessed a series of exhilarating singles and tag team matches, culminating in a main event pitting Team Hawlucha against Team Machamp. Representing Team Hawlucha were wrestling luminaries Místico, Máscara Dorada, and Titán.

On the other side, Team Machamp consisted of Volador Jr., Hechicero, and Bárbaro Cavernario.

The collaboration received widespread attention, further demonstrating Nintendo’s creative approach to connecting with dedicated Pokémon fans and the broader Nintendo Switch community.

Coverage of the event, as well as full match replays, are already drawing enthusiastic viewers on YouTube, allowing fans worldwide to experience the electric atmosphere from afar. Pokémon Legends: Z-A is officially set for release on October 16, 2025, on Nintendo Switch and the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2.

Developed by Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company, this latest installment in the iconic franchise introduces expanded gameplay elements and an engaging story set in a reimagined Lumiose City.

In addition to the base game, post-launch content has already been announced, with the "Mega Dimension" season pass confirmed to arrive at a later date. Fans can also look forward to several exciting new features in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, including the introduction of four new Mega Evolutions and the highly anticipated debuts of Mega Malamar and Mega Hawlucha.

These additions promise to enrich competitive play and refresh the series’ battle mechanics. Nintendo’s recent partnership with CMLL exemplifies its dedication to innovative promotional strategies for major releases on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.

With Pokémon Legends: Z-A shaping up to be a landmark title for both hardware platforms, such cross-media collaborations only serve to further ignite anticipation among the global Pokémon community.

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