Customer Ratings & Reviews

1000 battles… how much time have I wasted? This was a fun game, the interactive battle mechanic brought life to what Pokemon battles might actually feel like. The clothing aspect was fun as well. Where it faltered was that it didn’t feel like a bustling city and when you only have the one city to explore in the whole game, it makes it feel a little lack luster. Overall I don’t regret buying it but I feel like they could do better

Super fun game, love thr new battle system and some of my favorite pokemon got megas! All around win for me!

Awesome game, it feels incredibly good to get your money's worth. I've got more than 100 hours logged and the shiny hunting being so easy and accessible will have me playing for 100 more while I wait for the DLC. Best Buy brought it to my window, didn't even have to get out of my car and I was able to not have to worry about missing my delivery or worse.

I had and continue to have a blast with this game. I'm playing on the Switch 2 so load times and graphics aren't negatively affecting my opinion. The gameplay loop is fun to me and I do like exploring the city of Lumiose. The characters and city ooze personality and there's little details in the way the pokemon interact. If you enjoy the series, this is a game I would at least recommend trying.

Pokemon Legends: Arceus was one of my favorite games of all time, so my hype was pretty high for Pokemon Legends: ZA. The game delivers nearly perfectly on all fronts and is an overall great experience. Despite being entirely set in Lumiose City (seriously, you can’t leave the city) the development team clearly put a lot of time and effort into building variety into the world and made it fun and exciting to traverse. While there are “wild zones” where the wild Pokémon are concentrated, there are still plenty of wild Pokemon to encounter around the city as a whole. The game takes full advantage of the fact that it’s set in a city as well, namely by utilizing the verticality of the buildings as part of the exploration. The revamped real-time battle system is a ton of fun and makes you think a bit harder than you might expect. The story is a bit lacking, in my opinion. While it wasn’t bad by any means. In fact, I enjoyed most of it. It just didn’t have that final punch to it that I was hoping for. Despite that, the gameplay is solid and captivating and has kept me coming back over and over. I definitely recommend it to anyone who loves Pokemon or used to love Pokemon and thinks that a shakeup of the formula could help make them interested again. Plus, I pre-ordered it so it came with this incredible desk mat that I absolutely love.

This is the best Pokemon game i played in years. Really different from the others. I loved battling through the ranks instead of the traditional gym system. And after completing the main story i completed the pokedex a week later. The battle royale style multiplayer battles were really fun too! 10/10 Pokemon game!

It’s a gem of a game. I thought about buying this game for a long time, the reviews stirred me away from buying it but I’m having so much fun. Battle system is amazing, fun and engaging, story so far it’s great, and the smooth 60 frames in switch 2 really makes this game worth it. I’m playing this in switch 2, not sure about performance in switch 1. Loading screens are quick and transitions are smooth. The picture mode is so addicting as well. I’ve probably spent 1/3 of the game in picture mode, it’s that good! I feel like the main cons from the game is the lack of voice acting, a story like this would greatly benefit from it as there are many action and funny moments. For a pokemon game, it’s very innovative and a nice addition.

If you loved Pokémon Legends: Arceus, then you're going to love this game as well. There is a much bigger variety of Pokémon in this game compared to the first, so you can build up your team pretty much however you'd like to. The city feels much larger than it actually is, with a lot of side quests to do. If you're worried about being a high enough level for the end game, don't be. The game throws enough Pokédex challenges at you that if you do a lot of the ones regarding catching Pokémon types, you'll get there. There are also a lot of Alpha Pokémon that are worth a ton of exp, and since exp is shared, leveling up your party shouldn't be much of a hassle. All in all, buy this game for whichever platform you like, as it's on Switch 1 and 2. You won't be sorry.

If you’re a fan of the Pokemon franchise then you’ll have a blast in this. I recommend everyone with a Switch 2 to try this game too. Genuinely this Pokemon may not be all that stunning in some visual aspects but the core gameplay itself is quite addicting and you’ll find yourself naturally wanting to collect and grow further.

Game is very good. so good that I played it all in 3 days this game does not deserve all the criticism it has. Only disappointed in customer service when buying ( was expecting to get a preorder bonus but they refused to give me one because I didn’t preorder early enough even though I’m pretty sure they had extras) still glad I bought it tho

Legends Z-A was my first entry into the series, and it made a strong impression. The tutorial made the core systems easy to understand, and learning the different Pokémon typings was one of the most enjoyable parts of the early game. My playthrough lasted about 30 hours, partly because I spent extra time getting comfortable with the mechanics, but the experience remained engaging throughout. Finishing the main story doesn’t mark the end of available content. Side quests, shard collecting for purchasing Mega Evolution stones, and online ranked battles provide substantial post-game activity. With the addition of the DLC, there is even more to explore. Overall, the game offers an accessible introduction for newcomers and enough depth to keep players invested after the credits roll.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a fantastic addition to the series and feels like a bold step forward. The gameplay is engaging and fresh while still staying true to what makes Pokémon so enjoyable. Exploring the world is immersive, the visuals run smoothly on the Switch 2, and the new mechanics add depth without feeling overwhelming. It’s clear a lot of care went into this title, and it’s been a joy to play from start to finish. A must-have for Pokémon fans and a great showcase for the Switch 2.

Pokémon Z-A is simply a blast. The urban redevelopment twist keeps things fresh, and the Mega Evolutions are super fun to use. Exploring Lumiose City was always exciting. If you're looking for a Pokémon game that's fun, definitely check out Pokémon Z-A!

I knew from the day that I saw this game that I would like it. I had a hard time getting into Legends Arceus but once I did I actually ended up beating it twice and still turn it on to 100% it. I'm currently finished with the story mode of Pokémon ZA and it was such a great story. The battle aspect is such a fresh perspective and having that integrated to online multiplayer is epic chaos. I love it. I love all the clothes options and the ability to match your Pokémon. I love the wild zones. I love the side missions and being able to get on the roof and jump from roof to rough. I also love the mega evolutions. I also love the night time battles and how easy it is to make money. I'm currently 50 hrs. in and can see playing this game for at least 300 hrs. I would recommend this game to anyone, especially us who have been playing Pokémon for the last 30 years.

Not trying to sound over dramatic, but this game is genuinely the best Pokémon series game I have ever played, the only complaint is that it’s in one city but even so Lumiose is so big that sometimes you just forget it takes place in one city.

Thought I was going to have a bad experience with all of the negative things people were saying before the release. I've been loving every minute of my playthrough thus far! The fighting and style of the game just feels fresh for your typical Pokemon game.

It's fun to an extent. The main story gameplay gies by quickly if you don't do any side missions. I don't think this should've been a $70 game when I honestly got through the story in what felt like 12 hours. I had to keep limiting myself from finishing early by doing the city exploration and Pokémon hunting. This game is great for children 8 and up, but ultimately it will make more sense story-wise if they played through Pokémon X-Y on the 3DS first. The game consists entirely within Lumiose City and you can't leave to go anywhere else in the Kalos region. Otherwise, fun live battles keep it interesting. That and shiny Pokémon hunting has been made super easy this time around.

Probably the best if not top two Pokemon games to date. Phenomenal game play, story line, graphics, opportunity for enhancements and global play. 5 stars - highly recommend - get two incase you lose one!

I'm glad that I chose the Switch 2 edition over the original Switch since it plays beautifully with little to no lag or slowdown like my original Switches would. Still enjoying it even now!

I have the same qualms about the graphics and the world as most people, however the game is fun and engaging. I have been thoroughly enjoying it and continue to play it. Ive had no performance issues playing on switch 2 whatsoever.