Pokémon Legends: Z-A for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 returns players to the 4reimagined through the neon-lit heart of Lumiose City. After a simple sightseeing trip turns into a far longer stay, you settle into Hotel Z—but something strange is happening across the city. Daytime means exploring Wild Zones to catch Pokémon, while night shifts you into intense battles across dedicated Battle Zones. All the while, mysterious Rogue Mega Evolutions begin to appear… and uncovering the truth behind them becomes your ultimate goal.
Below is a complete walkthrough and mission order for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, along with tips and guides to help you progress through this new Kalos adventure. Mild spoilers ahead.
The story progresses through Main Missionswith optional Side Missions unlocking as you advance. While most missions follow a linear order, several sections allow you to tackle Rogue Mega Pokémon in any sequence you prefer.
Get Your Travel Bag Back!
Escape from the Battle Zone!
A New Life in Lumiose City
Battling in the Z-A Royale
The City in the Shadow of Prism Tower
Reaching Rank X
Reaching Rank W
Reaching Rank V
Chase That Mysterious Pokémon
The Secrets of Mega Evolution
A Rogue Mega Slowbro
A Rogue Mega Camerupt
A Rogue Mega Victreebel
Return to Mission 10 → continue story flow.
Reaching Rank E
A Job for Team MZ!
A Rogue Mega Beedrill
A Rogue Mega Hawlucha
A Rogue Mega Banette
Return to complete Mission 15.
Reaching Rank D
A Request from the Rust Syndicate
A Rogue Mega Mawile
A Rogue Mega Barbaracle
A Rogue Mega Ampharos
Finish Mission 20.
Reaching Rank C
A Showdown on the Battle Court
An Invitation from the SBC
A Rogue Mega Froslass
A Rogue Mega Altar
A Rogue Mega Venusaur
Return to finish Mission 26.
Reaching Rank B
A Summons from Vinnie
A Rogue Mega Dragonite
A Rogue Mega Tyranitar
A Rogue Mega Starmie
Return to finish Mission 31.
Reaching Rank A
Prism Tower’s Dark Turn
Operation Protect Lumiose
→ Credits roll.
You have now reached the post-game.
The Future of Lumiose City
The Infinite Z-A Royale
After winning your first Reward Match:
The One That Gives – Xerneas
The One That Takes – Yveltal
Return to Hotel Z → defeat Lysander.
To Keep the World in Balance
Post-Game Complete!
You can now unlock the Side Mission “Shine Bright Like a Gemstone” to add Diancie to your Pokédex. More story content arrives in the upcoming Mega Dimension DLC.