How Much Will Pokémon Legends: Z-A Cost? Full Price and Upgrade Info

intendo has confirmed the pricing for its upcoming title, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, as the launch date approaches. Gamers will need to plan their purchases carefully, as the cost differs depending on the version of the Nintendo Switch console.

For the original Nintendo Switch, the game will retail at $59.99. Players using the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 will face a slightly higher cost of $69.99. Nintendo has also announced an upgrade option: Switch 1 owners can access a $9.99 pack to transition to the Switch 2 edition without repurchasing the full game.

Despite the price variation, the content across both versions remains identical. The Switch 2 version offers enhanced performance with smoother frame rates and higher resolution, reflecting the hardware improvements over the original console. Previous Pokémon releases on the Switch, including Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, experienced technical challenges, with slow animations in wild encounters. The new version addresses many of these performance concerns.

Players who purchase the Switch 1 edition can run it on the newer console and choose to upgrade later, making it possible to enjoy the game immediately while saving on upfront costs.

Nintendo also revealed pricing for the post-launch expansion, Mega Dimension, set at $29.99 across all platforms. Details remain limited, though it is confirmed that the DLC will include multiple mega evolutions for Pokémon such as Raichu. A release window is expected in 2026, with a Nintendo Direct or Pokémon Presents presentation likely to provide a full overview of the new content.

As the franchise continues to expand, players and collectors are weighing the value of the latest installments. The new title and DLC offer next-generation features for Nintendo’s newest console, while maintaining compatibility with the existing Switch ecosystem.