The Pokemon Company has officially announced the schedule and rewards for Ranked Battle Season 5 in Pokemon Legends Z-A, its highly anticipated Switch-exclusive entry in the iconic franchise.
Set to begin on January 8, 2026, and concluding on January 29, 2026, this new season will engage players in competitive battles with fresh incentives and expanded eligibility for Pokemon caught in recent downloadable content. Pokemon Legends Z-A, released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, continues to build on the franchise's legacy of competitive online battles and robust post-launch content updates.
Developed and published by The Pokemon Company, the game has quickly become a staple of the Nintendo eShop and a focal point for strategic battles among the global competitive community. Season 5 of Ranked Battles introduces an array of Mega Stones that can be unlocked by achieving specific ranks during the season.
According to an official statement by The Pokemon Company, competitors reaching Rank Y will earn the Greninjite Mega Stone, while Rank X and Rank W will respectively award Delphoxite and Chesnaughtite.
Players who battle their way to Rank V can obtain Baxcaliburite, and those who achieve the prestigious Rank S will be the first to unlock Sceptililite, a newly introduced Mega Stone for this season. Additionally, all trainers who attain Rank E or higher will be rewarded with Sport Balls at the season's close, offering further motivation to climb the competitive ladder.
A significant update for this season is the inclusion of regular, Mythical, and Sub-Legendary Pokemon captured within the Mega Dimension DLC.
This change broadens the pool of eligible Pokemon for Ranked Battles, enhancing strategic diversity and allowing players more flexibility in team composition. The announcement underscores The Pokemon Company’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a dynamic and rewarding competitive environment for the Pokemon community on Nintendo Switch.
Each new battle season not only encourages continued engagement, but also reflects the developer's dedication to introducing fresh content and meaningful player progression on the eShop platform. As the global Pokemon community prepares for the January 8 launch of Ranked Battle Season 5, players across all skill levels can gear up for new challenges, unique rewards, and expanded gameplay opportunities.
For continued updates and to participate in online battles, fans are encouraged to check the Nintendo eShop and The Pokemon Company’s official channels.
Set to begin on January 8, 2026, and concluding on January 29, 2026, this new season will engage players in competitive battles with fresh incentives and expanded eligibility for Pokemon caught in recent downloadable content. Pokemon Legends Z-A, released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, continues to build on the franchise's legacy of competitive online battles and robust post-launch content updates.
Developed and published by The Pokemon Company, the game has quickly become a staple of the Nintendo eShop and a focal point for strategic battles among the global competitive community. Season 5 of Ranked Battles introduces an array of Mega Stones that can be unlocked by achieving specific ranks during the season.
According to an official statement by The Pokemon Company, competitors reaching Rank Y will earn the Greninjite Mega Stone, while Rank X and Rank W will respectively award Delphoxite and Chesnaughtite.
Players who battle their way to Rank V can obtain Baxcaliburite, and those who achieve the prestigious Rank S will be the first to unlock Sceptililite, a newly introduced Mega Stone for this season. Additionally, all trainers who attain Rank E or higher will be rewarded with Sport Balls at the season's close, offering further motivation to climb the competitive ladder.
A significant update for this season is the inclusion of regular, Mythical, and Sub-Legendary Pokemon captured within the Mega Dimension DLC.
This change broadens the pool of eligible Pokemon for Ranked Battles, enhancing strategic diversity and allowing players more flexibility in team composition. The announcement underscores The Pokemon Company’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a dynamic and rewarding competitive environment for the Pokemon community on Nintendo Switch.
Each new battle season not only encourages continued engagement, but also reflects the developer's dedication to introducing fresh content and meaningful player progression on the eShop platform. As the global Pokemon community prepares for the January 8 launch of Ranked Battle Season 5, players across all skill levels can gear up for new challenges, unique rewards, and expanded gameplay opportunities.
For continued updates and to participate in online battles, fans are encouraged to check the Nintendo eShop and The Pokemon Company’s official channels.
