Credit to Cheyenne Steed

Recently, a new game has slowly been leaked that has gamers anxious to play. “Pokémon Legends Z-A” is part of the ninth generation of Pokémon video games. It takes place in Lumiose City in the Kalos region, based on Paris, France, which originated in Pokémon X and Y which was a popular game in the past. The new shiny game is expected to release in 2025, the date still to be determined.

“I started playing Pokémon when I was seven and Pokémon was a big part of my childhood, I really loved the sun and moon games that came out a few years ago,” junior Josh Ramon said.

Pokémon games have been the cornerstone of the gaming community since Feb. 27, 1996, when the original games were released. The games later became one of the most popular games due to its captivating graphics and accessibility that still is a favorite today. There are over 122 games that have been produced since then that have been grouped into nine generations. The new game is meant to bring back nostalgia from the generations X and Y which were released in 2013 that aren’t available for purchase anymore.

“I am extremely excited about the new mega Pokémon that will be released in the next game,” junior Evan Pinnell said. “I’ve played multiple games including Ultra sun, Ultra moon, X, Scarlet and Pokémon Unite and I’m really looking forward to the new game and its unique gameplay.”