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Update [Thu 9th Oct 2025, 1:33pm]: The file sizes for the Pokémon Legends: Z-A shop preloads have now been revealed, with the Switch version coming in at 4.0 GB, whilst the Nintendo Switch 2 port is a slightly larger 7.7 GB.
Original Story: Pokémon Legends: Z-A for Switch and Switch 2 launches next week on 16th October 2025, and ahead of this highly anticipated release, there’s been a few developments…
Firstly, if you’ve purchased a digital copy of the title from the eShop, the preload should now (or at least soon) be showing up on your system’s HOME Menu. As a reminder, the Switch version of this game can also be redeemed with a game voucher in select regions. And Nintendo will be offering a paid Switch 2 upgrade for the original release as well.
If you want to pick up a physical copy, be sure to check out our pre-order guide here on Nintendo Life. Nintendo is also offering a hardware bundle, which comes packaged with the Switch 2 and the game, and retailers will be offering pre-order bonuses with standalone purchases, including special codes.
Along with this news about preloads of Legends: Z-A, the game has also reportedly received an update, bumping it up to Version 1.0.1. We don’t know the details about this patch just yet, but if we hear anything, we’ll be sure to let you know.
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