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Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC Is Already Out: Release Dates and What to Know

Mega Dimension’s additional story launched in December 2025. Here are the DLC’s two release stages, the main-story requirement, Switch compatibility and the upcoming physical Switch 2 bundle.
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Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s Mega Dimension DLC is already available: its additional story content launched in December 2025. The release came in two stages, and you must finish the base game’s main story before progressing through the DLC story. A separate physical Switch 2 bundle that includes the game and DLC is listed for October 29, 2026.

When did the Mega Dimension DLC come out?

The DLC rolled out in two stages. Holo-X and Holo-Y apparel became available on October 16, 2025; the additional story followed in December 2025. Nintendo’s official materials differ by one day on the story date: Nintendo Support lists December 9, while Nintendo’s store listing and the official Pokémon launch-trailer description give December 10. December 2025 is the clearest date to use without choosing between those official listings. (Nintendo Support; Nintendo Store)

The Pokémon Company announced the DLC on September 12, 2025, describing the apparel as available at launch and the story as arriving after the DLC went on sale October 16. Its announcement said spatial distortions had appeared in Lumiose City and framed the story as a continuation of the base game. (The Pokémon Company’s announcement)

Do you need to finish Pokémon Legends: Z-A first?

You can access the apparel without completing the base game, but progressing through the additional story requires finishing Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s main story. The DLC uses save data from the base game. Nintendo UK describes the second wave as “An additional story that can be enjoyed after completing the main story of Pokémon Legends: Z-A.” (Nintendo UK DLC listing)

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Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC - Nintendo Switch [Digital Code]
  • Venture into Hyperspace Lumiose in this additional story content that can be accessed after completing the main game
  • Work with the mysterious baker, Ansha, to make donuts that awaken the Mythical Pokémon Hoopa’s power and grant you and your Pokémon a variety of useful effects
  • Join Team MZ and the Mega Evolution Successor, Korrina, to investigate Hyperspace Lumiose, the otherworldly home to rare and hyper-strong Pokémon
  • Discover new Mega Evolutions such as Mega Raichu X, Mega Raichu Y, Mega Chimecho and Mega Baxcalibur
  • Claim Holo-X and Holo-Y in-game apparel items, which you can wear as soon as you are able to customize your character’s look and outfit in the main game

Does Mega Dimension work on Switch 2?

Yes. Nintendo says the paid DLC works with both the standard Pokémon Legends: Z-A game and Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. You need a copy of the game on a Switch or Switch 2 system to use it. (Nintendo Support)

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Is there a physical copy with the DLC included?

Nintendo lists a physical bundle, Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition plus Mega Dimension, for release on October 29, 2026. The bundle includes the game and DLC on one game card; it is separate from the DLC’s December 2025 launch. (Nintendo’s bundle listing)

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Pokémon Legends: Z-A Standard - Nintendo Switch [Digital Code]
  • Your journey will take you to all manner of sights in the streets arrayed around Prism Tower, including shops, restaurants, and places called wild zones—where Pokémon roam free.
  • As you catch, train, and battle Pokémon, there will be plenty of people to meet too—like AZ, the enigmatic owner of Hotel Z.

If you already own the base game, the digital DLC is compatible with either version. If you want the Switch 2 Edition and the DLC together on a physical card, Nintendo’s listed bundle date is October 29, 2026.

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Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
  • [4K ULTRA HD PERFORMANCE] Protect the peace in Lumiose City in this enhanced edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 system, featuring native 4K resolution and a stable 60FPS frame rate. Experience the urban re-development plan with high-fidelity textures and advanced lighting effects centered around the iconic Prism Tower.
  • [REAL-TIME BATTLE ENGINE] For the first time in the Pokémon RPG series, command your Pokémon in seamless real-time battles. Engage over 100+ unique species with zero loading transitions, utilizing an upgraded combat AI that leverages the increased processing power of the Switch 2 hardware.
  • [MEGA EVOLUTION MECHANICS] Master the power of Mega Evolution to suppress rampaging Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon appearing across the Kalos region. This edition introduces 15+ newly discovered Mega-Evolved forms, each rendered with dynamic particle effects and exclusive Z-A signature moves for tactical depth.
  • [MULTIPLAYER Z-A ROYALE] Compete in the Z-A Royale each night to test your skills against global Trainers. Supported by Nintendo Switch 2's improved low-latency wireless architecture, these competitive events allow you to climb leaderboards and unlock rare evolution stones in 20-player lobbies.
  • [EXPANSIVE WILD ZONES] Explore vibrant Wild Zones where Pokémon roam free in their natural habitats, from bustling city shops to hidden restaurants. This Hong Kong physical edition is region-free and supports English, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese, featuring the enigmatic AZ and the peacekeeping Team MZ.

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