Pokémon Presents 2025, held on February 27, once again delighted fans with a host of exciting news. Unexpected announcements, details about the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A, new fighters in beloved games, updates on the franchise’s TV series, and events across various titles — all of this was covered. This article gathers the most important reveals from the presentation.

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 unveiled more about their highly anticipated title, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, during the presentation. The trailer showcase ignited a buzz among fans, eliciting reactions of shock, thrill, and amazement.

We got our first detailed look at Lumiose City, inspired by Paris. This urban landscape features classic European architecture, narrow streets lined with outdoor cafés, and a striking version of the Eiffel Tower. The city's natural beauty is evident with trees blending into the urban setting, streets overgrown with grass, and moss-covered buildings enhancing the atmospheric visuals. Aerial views are particularly stunning, as trainers can now climb rooftops and even jump between buildings, adding a new dimension to exploration.

Lumiose City is undergoing a significant transformation, courtesy of the Quasartico Corporation, which is creating public spaces for humans and Pokémon to coexist. However, the ominous demeanor of the corporation's CEO and their secretary suggests their role in the story might not be entirely benevolent.

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In terms of gameplay, a major innovation was introduced — trainers can now move around the battlefield with their Pokémon, dodging attacks in real time. This new mechanic is supported by an adapted interface and visually stunning effects.

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The presentation also clarified the starter Pokémon for the game: Tepig, Chikorita, and Totodile. With a strong focus on Mega Evolutions, these transformations are expected to be central to the gameplay. The visual spectacle of these evolutions, with shells cracking and exploding into radiant light, promises an enhanced and powerful Pokémon experience.

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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 has resonated deeply with fans. Now, he runs a hotel in Lumiose City and plays a pivotal role in the game's narrative.

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

Pokémon Champions

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A brand-new project in the Pokémon franchise, Pokémon Champions, was also announced. The reveal was accompanied by energetic, electrifying music, culminating in an epic battle between Mega-Evolved and Terastallized Pokémon.

While details are scarce, it's clear that this is a multiplayer game focused solely on battles, incorporating beloved mechanics such as type advantages, abilities, and moves. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices and will integrate with Pokémon HOME, allowing players to transfer Pokémon from other games. Fans are eagerly awaiting more announcements and gameplay trailers later this year.

Pokémon Unite

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New Pokémon are set to join the roster of Pokémon Unite! Suicune will be available starting March 1, followed by Alolan Raichu in April, and Alcremie with a "Coming Soon" label. Additionally, the developers briefly mentioned updates to the map and wild Pokémon, though without much detail.

Pokémon TCG Pocket

One of the most significant announcements for Pokémon TCG Pocket was the introduction of ranked matches, set to launch in March. Following the presentation, the powerful Arceus ex card was added to the "Triumphant Light" booster pack, although this had already been leaked beforehand. The set also includes several new Pokémon ex with new Link abilities.

Other Announcements and News

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A large portion of the presentation was dedicated to smaller events, including a Cresselia vs. Darkrai battle in Pokémon Sleep. Masters EX also received attention, celebrating 5.5 years since launch with the addition of Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre. A new Pokémon GO TOUR featuring Pokémon from the Unova region was announced, set to occur over two days on March 1 and 2. Additionally, niche updates like a new apple-themed menu in Café ReMix were mentioned.

A particularly noteworthy announcement was the continuation of Pokémon Concierge, a heartwarming series about Haru, a workaholic turned concierge at a Pokémon resort. New episodes are scheduled for release in September 2025, exclusively on Netflix. The last episode aired in December 2023, and while Netflix had announced plans for more, the new season was not anticipated so soon.

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That concludes Pokémon Presents 2025! The most anticipated highlight was, of course, 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 keep playing our favorite Pokémon games!