Pokémon Legends: Z-A Set to Feature 27 New Mega Evolutions on Nintendo Switch

Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the highly anticipated upcoming release from Game Freak and Nintendo, is already generating major buzz ahead of its 2025 launch on Nintendo Switch 1.

As the newest entry in the storied Pokémon franchise, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is slated to expand on the innovative gameplay first introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, with major updates now rumored for one of the game’s most exciting battle mechanics: Mega Evolutions. Recent reports based on information from prominent Nintendo Direct leaker Pyoro suggest that Pokémon Legends: Z-A will feature at least 27 brand-new Mega Evolutions.

While Pyoro’s initial claim was cryptic—hinting at the number by referencing the ASCII code for 'ESC', which translates to 27—reputable outlet Universo Nintendo has corroborated the figure, further validating fan excitement.

Universo Nintendo additionally detailed that four returning Pokémon—Victreebel, Starmie, Chandelure, and Excadrill—are among those set to receive these powerful new forms. In their reporting, Universo Nintendo confirmed: Mega forms for Victreebel, Starmie, Chandelure, and Excadrill will be included among the batch of new evolutions debuting with Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

The outlet also alluded to the strong likelihood that the game’s previously announced starter Pokémon—Chikorita, Totodile, and Tepig—will see their final evolutionary stages gain Mega forms, expanding the known roster of transformative additions.

While these Pokémon account for only a fraction of the rumored 27, the sheer number indicates more surprises are in store as Game Freak builds anticipation toward release. Pokémon Legends: Z-A is officially confirmed for Nintendo Switch 1 with a target launch window of 2025.

Industry observers expect it to be among the flagship titles during the lifecycle of the current hardware and possibly also serve as a cross-generation release, with enhancements for the expected next-generation Nintendo Switch platform.

This continues Game Freak and Nintendo’s trend of leveraging new Pokémon games as technical showcases, alongside their ongoing commitment to the global Pokémon fanbase. Recent milestones for the series include the E10+ ESRB rating awarded to Pokémon Legends: Z-A, as well as a new trailer released during a recent Nintendo Direct.

The trailer spotlighted innovative mechanics and fresh traversal options, underscoring the developers’ ambition to reimagine the Pokémon experience on Nintendo Switch and beyond. As official announcements and in-depth previews draw closer, fans can look forward to more details on Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s expanded Mega Evolution roster, with Game Freak and Nintendo likely to highlight additional transformations in upcoming Nintendo Directs and promotional campaigns.

Be sure to follow all updates closely as the Pokémon franchise continues to evolve for a new era on Nintendo Switch 1.

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