The Pokémon Presents 2025 event, held on February 27, thrilled fans with a plethora of exciting announcements. From unexpected reveals to detailed updates on upcoming games, new fighters in popular titles, and news about the franchise's TV series, the presentation was a treasure trove of information for Pokémon enthusiasts.
This article compiles the most significant announcements from the event, ensuring fans don't miss out on any of the action.
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 details about their highly anticipated game, Pokémon Legends: Z-A. The trailer showcase sparked a buzz among fans, with reactions ranging from shock to amazement.
The game introduces players to Lumiose City, a stunning metropolis inspired by Paris. The city features classic European architecture, narrow streets, outdoor cafés, and its own version of the Eiffel Tower. The urban landscape is beautifully integrated with nature, with trees, grass, and moss-covered buildings creating a unique atmosphere. From above, the visuals are breathtaking, as trainers can now explore rooftops and even leap between buildings.
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Lumiose City is undergoing a massive reconstruction, funded by the Quasartico Corporation, which aims to create public spaces where humans and Pokémon can coexist. However, the ominous demeanor of the company's CEO and their secretary suggests a more complex role in the game's narrative.
A major gameplay innovation was revealed: trainers can now move around the battlefield alongside their Pokémon and dodge attacks in real time. The interface has been updated to support this new mechanic, and the visual effects are nothing short of spectacular.
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The presentation also confirmed the starter Pokémon for the game: Tepig, Chikorita, and Totodile. With a strong focus on Mega Evolutions, these transformations are set to play a crucial role in the gameplay. The transformation scenes are visually stunning, with the Pokémon's shell cracking and exploding into radiant light, revealing their enhanced forms.
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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 an old and sorrowful figure, AZ runs a hotel in Lumiose City and plays a pivotal role in the story.
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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 new project in the Pokémon franchise, Pokémon Champions, was announced with a thrilling trailer featuring epic battles between Mega-Evolved and Terastallized Pokémon. This multiplayer game focuses exclusively on battles, incorporating beloved mechanics such as type advantages, abilities, and moves. It will be available on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, with integration into Pokémon HOME for seamless Pokémon transfers. While details are still 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, followed by Raichu in April, while 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, set to launch in March. The day after the presentation, the game introduced 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 various smaller events and updates across the franchise. Highlights include a Cresselia vs. Darkrai battle in Pokémon Sleep, the addition of Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre to Masters EX to celebrate its 5.5-year anniversary, and a new Pokémon GO TOUR featuring Pokémon from the Unova region, scheduled for March 1 and 2. Additionally, Café ReMix introduced a new apple-themed menu.
A particularly exciting 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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Pokémon Presents 2025 was a packed event, with the most anticipated highlight being the trailer and new details about Pokémon Legends: Z-A. However, the entire 20-minute presentation was filled with exciting updates across the franchise. Now, fans can look forward to the biggest release of the year and continue enjoying their favorite Pokémon games!
