This Pokemon Legends: Z-A Starter Already Has One Hand Tied Behind Its Back
When Pokemon Legends: Z-A was first officially unveiled in early 2024, it was confirmed that the Mega Evolution mechanic from Pokemon X and Y would make a comeback after its absence in Pokemon Sword, Shield, Legends: Arceus, Scarlet, and Violet. In early 2025, during a Pokemon Presents event, fans got a glimpse of Mega Evolutions like Mega Lucario, Mega Absol, Mega Sableye, Mega Kangaskhan, Mega Charizard X, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Altaria, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Ampharos, and Mega Gyarados. Throughout 2025, more pre-existing Mega Evolutions were confirmed for inclusion in Z-A, such as Mega Gengar and Mega Tyranitar. However, whispers and alleged leaks started circulating, hinting at the introduction of 27 new Mega Evolutions in Pokemon Legends: Z-A, including: