Summary
- A Pokemon leaker has shared a cryptic post to start off 2025, potentially hinting at several inclusions in the roster of Pokemon for Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
- The list includes multiple Starter Evolutions like Scorbunny and Meowscarada, alongside Legendary and Mythical Pokemon like Meloetta and Reshiram.
- Recent rumors have suggested that Pokemon may also be planning another major release this year alongside Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
A prominent Pokemon leaker has kicked off the new year with a cryptic post potentially hinting at future content, asking players to choose from several Pokemon. The massively popular monster-catching franchise is set to have a major year in 2025, with a main title already confirmed to be on the way. The Pokemon Company officially revealed Pokemon Legends: Z-A early last year as a follow-up to 2022's Pokemon Legends: Arceus, set in the Kalos region specifically centered in Lumiose City. Now, a well-known leaker may be dropping a hint at some of the game's content.
While The Pokemon Company has revealed relatively little about its next main-series game, leaks and rumors have already begun to tease early details of Pokemon Legends: Z-A. The game is expected to welcome the return of Mega Evolutions to the franchise, which haven't appeared in a main-series game since Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee. Leaks have also debated the potential selection of Starter Pokemon within Pokemon Legends: Z-A, with both mixed selections and the Gen 6 trio rumored to appear. A new leak may now hint at even more Pokemon set to appear in Legends: Z-A.
New Rumor Suggests Pokemon Legends Z-A Starters May Come With a Twist
Recent leaks suggest that Legend Z-A's starters may be the Gen 6 trio with a twist.
Pokemon Leaker Drops Cryptic Post Teasing New Pokemon
A post shared by prominent Pokemon leaker Riddler Khu is potentially hinting at some inclusions in Pokemon Legends; Z-A's Pokedex. The tweet features images of 30 different Pokemon, with Khu asking fans and followers to choose from among the included sets of creatures. The lineup of Pokemon includes several Starter Pokemon evolutions, with Meowscarada, Cinderace, Braixen, and Primarina all featured. The list also shows some Legendary and Mythical Pokemon, showing Reshiram, Meloetta, and even Pheromosa in the selection.
- Mega Gardevoir
- Pheromosa
- Mega Lopunny
- Tsareena
- Florges
- Tinkaton
- Alcremie
- Lilligant
- Meowscarada
- Primarina
- Indeedee
- Salazzle
- Scorbunny
- Milotic
- Hatterene
- Gothorita
- Braixen
- Sylveon
- Jynx
- Purugly
- Shiny Machamp
- Reshiram
- Mawile
- Sneasler
- Goodra
- Ditto
- Froslass
- Audino
- Diancie
- Meloetta
While the intent of the leaker's post is unclear, the leak may include some hints about the lineup of creatures set to appear in Pokemon Legends: Z-A. Scorbunny had previously been leaked as one of the possible Starter Pokemon for Legends: Z-A, while multiple included Pokemon like Florges and Diancie first debuted in the sixth-generation games. The post also includes two different Mega Evolutions within its selection, suggesting that Mega Gardevoir and Mega Lopunny may be returning in Pokemon Legends: Z-A. The Pokemon Company has not yet confirmed an official release date for Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
With Pokemon Legends: Z-A's launch on the horizon, rumors have swirled about another Pokemon game potentially coming this year. Previous leaks from Riddler Khu have suggested that Pokemon is planning to debut another game during 2025 for the Switch 2, though it reportedly will not be Pokemon's tenth generation. Fans have already begun to speculate about numerous previously-rumored games, ranging from Pokemon Black and White remakes to Pokemon Let's Go games set in the Johto region. With potentially two major releases on the way, 2025 could prove to be a big year for Pokemon.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 79 /100 Critics Rec: 66%
- Released
- October 16, 2025
- ESRB
- Everyone 10+ / Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases
- Developer(s)
- Game Freak, Creatures Inc.
- Publisher(s)
- Nintendo, The Pokemon Company
WHERE TO PLAY
LIVE THE LIFE OF A POKÉMON TRAINER IN THE STREETS OF LUMIOSE CITY
Whether you’re a die-hard Pokémon fan or about to toss your first Poké Ball, the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game has plenty to offer for Trainers of all types. Experience classic gameplay with modern twists that are sure to revolutionize your Pokémon RPG experience.
CATCH, BATTLE, AND MEGA-EVOLVE—ALL IN REAL TIME!
Step onto the battlefield and command your Pokémon directly—there are no turns! For the first time in the Pokémon RPG series, Trainers and their Pokémon can both move around in real-time battles, and your Pokémon will unleash their moves when you tell them to. Strategically swapping out your Pokémon and accounting for each move’s timing and area of effect will greatly help you in this new style of battle.
HARNESS THE POWER OF MEGA EVOLUTION
When Trainers have a strong bond with their Pokémon, a Key Stone worn by the Trainer resonates with a Mega Stone held by their Pokémon, allowing Mega Evolution to take place.
ROGUE MEGA EVOLUTION
Rampaging Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon are threatening Lumiose City. These Pokémon are extra tough to beat, but if you do manage to defeat them, you'll receive valuable Mega Stones as a reward.
RISE THROUGH THE RANKS OF THE Z-A ROYALE
You’re invited to join the Z-A Royale, a competition for Pokémon Trainers to test their skills and determine who’s strongest.
Each night, a battle zone for the competition will appear. Prepare yourself by spending the day in wild zones, catching and training Pokémon, then venture into the battle zone and take on other Trainers.
Be strategic and complete bonus card challenges as you battle to speed up your climb from Rank Z to Rank A. Can you climb the ranks and reach the top?
WELCOME TO LUMIOSE CITY
Visit shops, restaurants, and more, all centered around Prism Tower. An urban redevelopment plan is underway to shape the city into a place that belongs to both people and Pokémon.
BATTLE WITH TRAINERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
With a Nintendo Switch Online membership*, you can battle up to three other Trainers at once, locally or online, in frenetic real-time battles!
- Franchise
- Pokemon
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
