What Was Shown at Pokémon Presents 2025

The Pokémon Presents 2025 event, which took place on February 27, thrilled fans with a series of exciting announcements and updates across the beloved franchise. From the much-anticipated Pokémon Legends: Z-A to new fighters in popular games, updates on the TV series, and a variety of events, the presentation was packed with news that has left the Pokémon community buzzing with excitement.

This article compiles the most significant reveals from the Pokémon Presents 2025 event.

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 highly anticipated Pokémon Legends: Z-A. The trailer showcased Lumiose City, inspired by Paris, featuring classic European architecture, narrow streets, and outdoor cafés, all complemented by its own version of the Eiffel Tower. The city's visuals are stunning, with trees and grass blending into the urban landscape, and moss-covered buildings adding to the atmosphere. Notably, trainers can now explore the city from above, climbing rooftops and even jumping between buildings.

Lumiose City is undergoing a significant reconstruction, funded by the Quasartico Corporation, which aims to create public spaces for humans and Pokémon to coexist. However, the ominous demeanor of the company's CEO and secretary suggests a complex role in the game's narrative.

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A major gameplay innovation was introduced: trainers can now move around the battlefield alongside their Pokémon and dodge attacks in real time. This new mechanic is supported by an adapted interface, with spectacular visual effects enhancing the experience.

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The presentation also confirmed the starter Pokémon for the game: Tepig, Chikorita, and Totodile. Given the emphasis on Mega Evolutions, these are expected to play a crucial role in gameplay. The transformation scenes are breathtaking, showcasing the Pokémon's evolution into powerful, enhanced versions.

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Another intriguing reveal was AZ, the ancient king of Kalos, whose tragic story of reviving his Pokémon at the cost of eternal loneliness adds depth to the game's narrative. In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, AZ runs a hotel in Lumiose City and plays a significant role in the story.

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

Pokémon Champions

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A new project, Pokémon Champions, was introduced with a trailer featuring electrifying music and 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 transferring Pokémon from other games. While details are limited, fans are eagerly anticipating more announcements and gameplay trailers later this year.

Pokémon Unite

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New Pokémon are set to join Pokémon Unite, with Suicune arriving on March 1, Alolan Raichu in April, and Alcremie marked as "Coming Soon." Additionally, the developers announced updates to the map and wild Pokémon, though these were mentioned briefly.

Pokémon TCG Pocket

A significant update for Pokémon TCG Pocket includes the addition of ranked matches, set to launch in March. The "Triumphant Light" booster pack was introduced the day after the presentation, featuring the powerful Arceus ex card, though this was not a surprise due to prior leaks. The set also includes new Pokémon ex cards with innovative Link abilities.

Other Announcements and News

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The presentation also covered smaller events, such as a Cresselia vs. Darkrai battle in Pokémon Sleep. Pokémon Masters EX, celebrating 5.5 years since its launch, will feature Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre. A new Pokémon GO TOUR event was announced, focusing on Pokémon from the Unova region and scheduled for March 1 and 2. Additionally, Café ReMix received a new apple-themed menu.

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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.

The Pokémon Presents 2025 event was a thrilling showcase of updates and announcements across the franchise. While the spotlight was on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the entire presentation was filled with exciting news for fans to look forward to. As we await the biggest release of the year, there's no shortage of Pokémon games to enjoy in the meantime.