In the modern day, Pokemon games are kind of tough to give a fair review to. As the world’s largest media franchise, the franchise is subject to a lot of scrutiny – which is understandable, given that both Scarlet and Violet and Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl released in rather shoddy states. That being said, I don’t think it’s quite fair to write off the Pokemon series as a whole. Numerous leaks have indicated that Pokemon Legends: Z-A was actually supposed to launch in 2024, but that it was internally delayed to late 2025. That means the game most likely had around three years of development time, and assuming that’s true, it shows – Pokemon Legends: Z-A is up there with Pokemon Legends: Arceus as a real contender for the best Pokemon game on Nintendo Switch. It’s certainly not perfect – there are still classic Game Freak slip-ups here and there, but for the most part I think this is a much-needed step in the right direction for the franchise.

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[Let’s Talk] Pokemon Legends: Z-A impressions

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Reviews, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

The next big Pokemon game is here with Pokemon Legends: Z-A. This is a pretty notable release for multiple reasons. For one thing, each new Pokemon title from Game Freak is always an event. On top of that, this is the first proper Pokemon game we’re seeing on Nintendo Switch 2.

So if you’ve started up Pokemon Legends: Z-A, how are you feeling about it so far? What are you early impressions? Let us know in the comments.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A Eternal Flower Floette location guide

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Ethan in Guides, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

We have a new location guide for Pokemon Legends: Z-A that’s all about Eternal Flower Floette.

Pokemon Legends: Z-A is available now, and it actually doesn’t introduce a single new species of Pokemon. There are new Mega Evolutions, sure, but no truly all-new Pokemon. That’s okay, given that there are well over 1,000 species of Pokemon available right now. Legends Z-A does, however, introduce a new form of Pokemon that has been in the game’s code for over a decade, but completely unobtainable until now: Eternal Flower Floette. Indeed, it was first discovered hidden within Pokemon X and Y’s game code in 2013, but it was never made available – perhaps an event was canceled or the game’s story changed, but we don’t know for sure. Whichever the case may be, Eternal Flower Floette is now available in Pokemon Legends: Z-A. Just be prepared to work for it, because you have to clear the main story to even begin working your way towards it. There are story spoilers inside, so keep that in mind before you continue.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A confirms Pikachu poops, topic trends in Japan

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Random, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Breaking news, everyone: Pikachu does in fact poop. This piece of information was big enough for Pikachu to trend in Japan.

That massive lore tidbit comes from the series’ latest game, Pokemon Legends: Z-A. A specific NPC has his own Pikachu who’s apparently dealing with some stomach woes. The trainer essentially says he’s worried since Pikachu is pooping more than usual. The English localization goes a bit softer – the direct quote in that version is “My Pikachu’s been having tummy troubles recently. I’m worried…”

Below is the NPC in question, as shared by teso_026:

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How to get Chespin, Fennekin, and Froakie in Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Ethan in Guides, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

For those now getting their hands on Pokemon Legends: Z-A, we have a new guide to tell you how to get Chespin, Fennekin, and Froakie.

These three creatures were the starter Pokemon in the Kalos region when Pokemon X and Y first released over ten years ago. In Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Chikorita, Tepig, and Totodile are the starter Pokemon instead. That doesn’t mean you can’t get the Kalos starters in this game, though – in fact, you can get all three of them after playing the game for just a few hours.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A launch trailer

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments

The launch trailer is in for Pokemon Legends: Z-A, which celebrates the game’s release. Everyone can get their hands on the RPG starting today.

Find some information about the game via the following rundown:

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A datamine reveals returning Pokemon and new Mega Evolutions for DLC

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Pokemon Legends: Z-A has started to launch (at least in some regions), and now that the full game is here, we have a look at returning Pokemon and forms as well as Pokemon receiving new forms in the upcoming Mega Dimension DLC. This comes thanks to a new datamine.

It looks like Game Freak attempted to hide the information by scrubbing game text and hashing the contents. However, fans datamining the game were still able to figure it out.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A 1.0.1 update out now, patch notes

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Pokemon Legends: Z-A is coming with its own day one update, which is version 1.0.1. If you’ve pre-installed the game on either Nintendo Switch 2 or Switch, you should be able to access it already in time for launch this week.

The patch notes are straightforward but ultimately this is a pretty important update. Without it, it sounds like you won’t be able to access online functionality.

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Video: Pokemon Legends: Z-A Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 comparison

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments

A handy graphics comparison has come in for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch 1 versions of Pokemon Legends: Z-A.

It was previously mentioned that on Nintendo Switch 2, the game features improved performance, enhanced resolution, and a smoother frame rate. However, there’s a bit more to things than that.

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Pokemon Legends: Z-A timeline placement revealed

Posted on 2 weeks ago by Carlos in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

As the embargo lifts for Pokemon Legends: Z-A, some interesting details have started to surface, including where the game fits in the Pokemon timeline.