The long-awaited Pokémon Presents event was streamed live on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. This global presentation consisted of (and included) updates and new reveals from the Pokémon franchise, including the core games, mobile games, future projects, and entertainment.
Key Event Details
- UK Start Time: 2:00 PM BST (British Summer Time)
- Duration: About 24 mins, probably one of the longest Pokemon Presents in recent memory.
- Where to Watch: Official Pokémon YouTube, Twitch channels, and media partners.
- Pre-Show: “Everyone Gather! DJ Pikachu Live!” started an hour earlier and included DJ Pikachu and surprises related to music.
Fans Reaction on Social Media
A user @GrayUnova wrote on X:
“Totodile will be me tomorrow morning listening to DJ Pikachu…”
Major Announcements & Highlights
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
- The spotlight of the event was on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, which will premiere at some point in late 2025 on Nintendo Switch 2.
- Gameplay footage highlighted the revitalized Lumiose City, confirming the return of Mega Evolution buttons, and announced a new multiplayer Battle Royale battleground that pits trainers against each other in real time.
DJ Pikachu & Pre-Show
Those looking for an extra Pikahug broke out into applause as the show opened with a colorful musical pre-show starring Pikachu as a DJ. This opened the imaginary floor for speculation in anticipation of an eventual announcement highlighting a possible music spin-off or rhythm game that uses the Notes business from the Pokémon Universe.
Pokémon Champions
Although Pokémon Champions was revealed earlier this year, updates and new content were hinted at in the presentation.
Updates on Live Service & Mobile Games
Updates were provided for new content and features in:
- Pokémon GO (now part of Scopely)
- Pokémon Unite (with new playable characters coming)
- Pokémon Sleep/Pokémon TCG Pocket (including updates for Nintendo Switch and mobile apps)/Pokémon Café Mix.
Other Expectations
With the announcement of new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet DLC, fans were expecting announcements for Nintendo Switch Online legacy titles (like Pokémon Colosseum and Pokémon Pinball) and a possible tease for the highly anticipated Generation 10 mainline Pokémon titles, though mostly speculation had pointed to Gen 10 potentially being pushed to Pokémon Day 2026.
Fans were also anticipating news on the upcoming Pokémon Netflix stop-motion series and other media expansions in the franchise.
Recap Table: Pokémon Presents (July 22, 2025)
| Feature/Event | Highlights | Start Time (UK) |
|---|---|---|
| Main Presentation | Pokémon Legends: Z-A, tactical battler, mobile/live service updates, future teases | 2:00 PM BST1456 |
| Pre-Show: DJ Pikachu | Live DJ Pikachu set (“Everyone Gather! DJ Pikachu Live!”), music surprises | 1:00 PM BST378 |
| Duration | 24 minutes | – |
| How to Watch | Pokémon YouTube/Twitch channels | – |
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FAQs
What is Pokémon Legends: Z-A and what are its new features?
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is an action RPG in the style of Lumiose City with real-time combat, Mega Evolution returning, starter Pokémon (Chikorita, Totodile, Tepig) to choose, and Z-A Royale – a competitive mode.
What updates were announced for Pokémon GO?
New July events like Ultra Unlock: Steel and Scales, new Pokémon (such as Aegislash), shiny debuts, boosted bonuses, and special raids headline the latest news for Pokémon GO players.
What’s different in Pokémon Unite this year?
Pokémon Unite received a map overhaul (Groudon as a new boss), the introduction of more Mega Evolutions, and new character licenses each month for the rest of 2025.
Did Pokémon Champions receive a release date?
Pokémon Champions details focused on gameplay and competitive features, but the official release date was not confirmed during this Presents.
Was there anything for Pokémon Sleep?
Pokémon Sleep added new starter Pokémon, special “New Moon Day” and second anniversary events, plus bonus rewards for daily play.
