Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Better-than-expected real-time combat system provides genuine strategic depth. City setting and monotonous environments dampen the experience despite excellent gameplay. Strong mechanics cannot overco

One of the best Pokemon spin-offs. Build communities of Pokemon as equals with innovative habitat system.

Contained city Pokemon adventure with addictive gameplay but significant technical shortcomings.

Revolutionary real-time battle system replacing turn-based combat. May define franchise future.

Improvement over Scarlet/Violet with better animations and charming writing. Smaller and more confined.

Promising real-time combat shakes up stale formula but held back by dated visuals and single-city setting.

SwitchUp review scored 70%. Decent with caveats.

worth a buy per WAB.