Pokémon Presents 2025, held on February 27, once again delighted fans with a host of exciting news. From unexpected announcements and details about the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A to new fighters in beloved games, updates on the franchise’s TV series, and events across various titles — the presentation had it all. This article gathers the most important reveals from the event, offering a comprehensive overview for eager fans.

Table of Contents

• Pokémon Legends: Z-A
• Pokémon Champions
• Pokémon Unite
• Pokémon TCG Pocket
• Other Announcements and News

Pokémon Legends: Z-A

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Game Freak shared more details about their upcoming title, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, sparking excitement among fans. The trailer showcase was a hotbed of reactions, with viewers expressing shock, thrill, and amazement at the new visuals and gameplay mechanics.

Set in Lumiose City, inspired by Paris, the game features stunning classic European architecture, narrow streets, outdoor cafés, and a cityscape version of the Eiffel Tower. The urban environment seamlessly blends with nature, with trees, overgrown streets, and moss-covered buildings enhancing the atmosphere. Aerial views are particularly breathtaking, as trainers can now climb rooftops and even jump between buildings, offering a fresh perspective on the city.

The city is undergoing a massive reconstruction, funded by the Quasartico Corporation, aimed at creating public spaces where humans and Pokémon can coexist. However, the ominous demeanor of the corporation's CEO and their secretary suggests a complex role in the unfolding story.

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A major gameplay innovation was revealed: trainers can now move around the battlefield alongside their Pokémon and dodge attacks in real time. This new mechanic is supported by an adapted interface, with spectacular visual effects enhancing the experience.

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The starter Pokémon for Pokémon Legends: Z-A were confirmed as Tepig, Chikorita, and Totodile, putting an end to months of speculation. Mega Evolutions are expected to play a significant role in the game, with their transformation scenes being particularly striking — the shell cracks, explodes, and a radiant light bursts forth, revealing a powerful, enhanced version of the Pokémon.

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Another intriguing reveal was the character AZ, the ancient king of Kalos, whose tragic story of reviving his Pokémon and being cursed with immortality adds depth to the game's narrative. Now running a hotel in Lumiose City, AZ plays a crucial role in the story.

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Pokémon Legends: Z-A is set to release at the end of 2025, and fans are eagerly awaiting more news from Game Freak.

Pokémon Champions

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A new project in the Pokémon franchise, Pokémon Champions, was announced with a trailer featuring energetic music and an epic battle between Mega-Evolved and Terastallized Pokémon. This multiplayer game focuses solely on battles, incorporating beloved mechanics like type advantages, abilities, and moves. It will be available on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, with integration into Pokémon HOME for transferring Pokémon from other games. While details are scarce, fans are eagerly anticipating more announcements and gameplay trailers later this year.

Pokémon Unite

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Pokémon Unite is set to welcome new fighters: Suicune, Alolan Raichu, and Alcremie. Suicune will join the roster on March 1, Raichu in April, and Alcremie is slated for a "Coming Soon" release. Additionally, the developers briefly mentioned updates to the map and wild Pokémon, though these were not the focus of the presentation.

Pokémon TCG Pocket

A significant update for Pokémon TCG Pocket includes the introduction of ranked matches in March. The day after the presentation, the game added the powerful Arceus ex card as part of the "Triumphant Light" booster pack, though this was not a surprise due to prior leaks. The set also features several new Pokémon ex with new Link abilities.

Other Announcements and News

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The presentation also covered smaller events, such as a Cresselia vs. Darkrai battle in Pokémon Sleep. Pokémon Masters EX celebrated 5.5 years since its launch, announcing the addition of Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre. A new Pokémon GO TOUR featuring Pokémon from the Unova region was announced for March 1 and 2. Additionally, Café ReMix introduced a new apple-themed menu.

A particularly noteworthy announcement was the continuation of Pokémon Concierge, a heartwarming series about Haru, a workaholic who becomes a concierge at a Pokémon resort. New episodes are set to release in September 2025, exclusively on Netflix, following the last episode aired in December 2023.

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That concludes Pokémon Presents 2025! The most anticipated highlight was undoubtedly the trailer and new details about Pokémon Legends: Z-A. However, the entire 20-minute presentation was packed with exciting updates across the franchise. Now, all that's left is to wait for the biggest release of the year and continue enjoying our favorite Pokémon games!