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Will Pokémon Legends: Z-A be on Switch 1?

Pokémon Legends: Z-A releases on both the Switch 1 and the Switch 2. Curious about the release of this new Pokémon game and what it’ll cost? Keep on reading, and we’ll tell you everything you need to know.

Published on: 03-10-2025 Author: Merel

When will Pokémon Legends: Z-A release?

Pokémon Legends: Z-A releases on October 16, 2025. It was originally planned for the Switch 1 only, but in April, Nintendo announced a special edition for the Switch 2. Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition releases on the same day, and both versions of the game are already available for pre-order. Get your Nintendo eShop Card at Startselect and pre-order Pokémon Legends: Z-A in the Nintendo eShop today!

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How much will Pokémon Legends: Z-A Cost?

How much Pokémon Legends: Z-A will cost depends on if you want to get the game for the Switch 1 or the Switch 2. Pokémon Legends: Z-A for the Switch 1 will cost €59.99 and for the Switch 2 it’ll cost €69.99.

The Switch 2 edition is playable both on the Switch 2 and the Switch 1, but if you play it on the latter, the exclusive Switch 2 updates won’t be available. If you already have Pokémon Legends: Z-A for the Switch 1, you can easily upgrade the game for the Switch 2 with an upgrade pack (€9.99).

Image of a mega evolution Charizard flying through the sky.

Source: Nintendo

Travel back to Lumiose City

Pokémon Legends: Z-A takes us back to Lumiose City, which you might recognize from the X and Y games. Want to dive further in the setting and story of this new game. Read it in our blog!

About the author: Merel is a true cozy- and puzzle game lover and has logged countless hours in Stardew Valley and Professor Layton on the Switch. She has a subscription to (almost) every streaming platform imaginable and a severe online shopping addiction.