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Is Pokémon Legends: Z-A a prequel or a sequel?

It’s confirmed that the events of Pokémon Legends: Z-A happen after X and Y, which means this game is a sequel. Want to know more about the story of Pokémon Legends: Z-A or where it takes place? Read the rest of this blog to find out!

Published on: 03-10-2025 Author: Merel

What is Pokémon Legends: Z-A about?

In Pokémon Legends: Z-A you play as a determined Pokémon trainer. Your goal is to make it from rank Z all the way to rank A by battling in special Battle Zones that appear at night. During your journey, the mysterious Zygarde takes an interest in you. Besides, there’s something strange happening with regular Pokémon that Mega Evolve out of nowhere and lose control. Can you put a stop to this?

Image of 3 pokemon in the new game. Left to right: Chikorita, Tepig, or Totodile

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Where does Pokémon Legends: Z-A take place?

Pokémon Legends: Z-A takes place in Lumiose City, which is located in the Kalos region. You may still know this vibrant city from the Pokémon X and Y games, but it’s evolved a lot since then. Lumiose City is transformed into a place that belongs to both humans and Pokémon, with a lot more nature and new facilities to explore. The city is inspired by Paris, and in the very centre you find the Prism Tower, the symbol of Lumiose City. 

Image of the skyline of Lumiose city with a tall building in the center.

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More about Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Pokémon Legends: Z-A releases on October 16, 2025. Want to know more about the release, the cost, and the Nintendo consoles it comes out on? You’ll find everything you need to know about Pokémon Legends: Z-A in our blog! Make sure to top up your Nintendo eShop credit with the gift cards from Startselect, so you’re ready to dive into this new Pokémon adventure when it finally drops! 

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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.

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