What Was Shown at Pokémon Presents 2025

Pokémon Presents 2025, held on February 27, thrilled fans with a plethora of exciting updates and announcements. From unexpected reveals to detailed insights on upcoming titles, the event covered everything from new games to updates on beloved series and events across various Pokémon titles. Here’s a comprehensive rundown of the most significant announcements 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 details about the eagerly awaited Pokémon Legends: Z-A, sending fans into a frenzy of excitement. The trailer showcased Lumiose City, a breathtaking rendition inspired by Paris, featuring classic European architecture, narrow streets, and outdoor cafés. The city's integration of nature with urban life is evident with trees blending into the cityscape, grass-covered streets, and moss-adorned buildings. The visuals are particularly stunning from an aerial view, where trainers can now navigate rooftops and even leap between buildings.

Lumiose City is undergoing a significant reconstruction, spearheaded by the Quasartico Corporation, aiming to create shared spaces for humans and Pokémon. However, the ominous presence of the corporation's CEO and their secretary suggests a more complex narrative at play.

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A groundbreaking gameplay feature was introduced, allowing trainers to move alongside their Pokémon on the battlefield and dodge attacks in real-time. This innovation is supported by a revamped interface and spectacular visual effects.

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The mystery surrounding the starter Pokémon was finally resolved, confirming Tepig, Chikorita, and Totodile as the chosen ones. Mega Evolutions are expected to play a significant role, with stunning transformation scenes showcased in the trailer.

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Another intriguing reveal was the character AZ, the ancient king of Kalos, now an old and sorrowful figure running a hotel in Lumiose City. His tragic backstory and pivotal role in the game's narrative promise a deep and emotional storyline.

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

Pokémon Champions

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A new addition to the Pokémon franchise, Pokémon Champions, was announced with a thrilling reveal featuring dynamic music and epic battles between Mega-Evolved and Terastallized Pokémon. This multiplayer-focused game centers on battles, incorporating beloved mechanics like 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 sparse, the community is buzzing with anticipation for more news and gameplay trailers later in the year.

Pokémon Unite

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Pokémon Unite is expanding its roster with the addition of Suicune, Alolan Raichu, and Alcremie. Suicune joins the battle on March 1, followed by Raichu in April, while Alcremie's arrival is still marked as "Coming Soon." The developers also briefly mentioned updates to the map and wild Pokémon, hinting at more changes to come.

Pokémon TCG Pocket

A major update for Pokémon TCG Pocket includes the introduction of ranked matches, set to launch in March. The "Triumphant Light" booster pack, featuring the powerful Arceus ex card, was released the day after the presentation, though the reveal was anticipated due to prior leaks. The set also introduces new Pokémon ex cards with innovative Link abilities.

Other Announcements and News

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The presentation also highlighted various smaller events and updates. Pokémon Sleep will feature a battle between Cresselia and Darkrai, while Pokémon Masters EX celebrates 5.5 years with the addition of Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre. A new Pokémon GO TOUR event focusing on the Unova region is scheduled for March 1 and 2. Café ReMix also received a new apple-themed menu update.

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A particularly exciting announcement was the continuation of the heartwarming series Pokémon Concierge. New episodes featuring Haru at a Pokémon resort will premiere in September 2025, exclusively on Netflix, continuing the story that concluded in December 2023.

Pokémon Presents 2025 was a packed event, with the highlight being the new details on Pokémon Legends: Z-A. However, the entire 20-minute presentation was filled with significant updates across the franchise. As fans, we now eagerly await the biggest release of the year and continue to enjoy our favorite Pokémon games!