Pokémon Legends: Z-A Unveils New Mega Evolutions in “Mega Dimension” DLC

Lead: The Pokémon Company and Game Freak revealed five new Mega Evolutions for Pokémon Legends: Z-A today, including Chesnaught, Delphox, Greninja and two forms of Raichu, via a Nintendo Direct presentation in Lumiose City.

Nut Graf: This announcement marks the return of the Mega Evolution mechanic to the Kalos region and expands post-launch content with the “Mega Dimension” DLC, offering Trainers fresh gameplay and strategic options as Pokémon Legends: Z-A launches on October 16, 2025.

New Mega Evolutions Revealed

Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox & Mega Greninja
- First introduced in Pokémon X and Y (2013), these starter final evolutions gain Mega forms via Chesnaughtite, Delphoxite and Greninjite, obtainable through Z-A Battle Club Ranked Battles.
Mega Raichu X & Mega Raichu Y
- Two distinct Mega Evolutions for Raichu introduced exclusively in the “Mega Dimension” DLC, each requiring its own Mega Stone and showcasing unique combat styles fueled by electromagnetic and pure electric power.

“Mega Dimension” DLC Details

Release Window: Scheduled for launch shortly after October 16, 2025, with pre-orders available now for $29.99.
Story Expansion: Continues the adventure in Lumiose City alongside Team MZ, with Mythical Pokémon Hoopa at the narrative’s core.
Bonus Content: Pre-order rewards include Holo-X and Holo-Y apparel sets plus a Luxurious Poké Ball Set effective for capturing select Pokémon types.

Impact and Player Benefits

Strategic Depth: New Mega Evolutions broaden competitive and in-game strategies, allowing players to customize battle tactics and team compositions.
Extended Engagement: DLC’s narrative and Ranked Battle rewards incentivize ongoing play, with Mega Stones distributed as promotion and season rewards through the Z-A Battle Club.

Experience the power of Mega Evolution’s resurgence and delve into the “Mega Dimension” to unlock these formidable new forms in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.