This Week, Pokémon Legends: Z-A Transforms into a Whole New Experience

If you’re looking to dive into the wildest season of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, you’ve got just a few days left. Season 12 kicked off on Thursday, June 4, and it threw open the gates for ranked battles by allowing any Pokémon from the Lumiose or Hyperspace Pokédex to join the fray.

This was a major shift from the usual restrictions in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, where certain Pokémon are often banned for various reasons. However, Season 13 is set to revert to the norm, as all legendary and mythical Pokémon will be off-limits. If your favorite Pokémon is among those banned, now’s the time to jump into Pokémon Legends: Z-A before Season 12 wraps up.

While the idea of a more diverse roster was exciting, the reality was that Xerneas dominated the battlefield. This fairy-type legend, along with heavy hitters like Mewtwo, Yveltal, Kyogre, and Groudon, became so common that many players opted to take a break from the game during Season 12.

Mark your calendars: Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s new season kicks off at 2 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, June 24, and will run until 10 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, July 15. You can find out more about what Season 13 has in store, including the mega stones available for participants, on the official Pokémon site.

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