Nintendo Europe reveals physical bundle of Pokémon Legends: Z-A with DLC, alongside upcoming updates and studio shifts.
It’s been a relatively quiet period for Nintendo news, but there are a few notable developments particularly concerning the Pokémon franchise. This week, significant attention is on the new physical release announcement for Pokémon Legends: Z-A and updates for Nintendo Switch 2.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Gets Another Physical Release
Nintendo has unveiled that Pokémon Legends: Z-A will soon be available as a physical edition in Europe. This edition notably includes the Mega Dimensions DLC, although it’s not entirely clear whether the DLC will come pre-loaded on the cartridge or require a separate code input. Adding to the excitement, another report from Nintendo Life confirms that fans can expect a bundled release for the Switch 2 on October 29, complete with the base game and DLC on a single cartridge, eliminating the need for an additional download. These strategic moves seem aimed at reinvigorating interest in the game as well as catering to collectors and new adopters of the Switch 2.
Switch 2 Titles and Delays
While new versions and physical releases are being highlighted, development hiccups also made headlines. RetroSpace, originally slated for an October 1 release on the Nintendo Switch 2, has faced a delay, according to Nintendo Everything. The game promises a disco-punk space horror experience, but specific reasons for its delay remain undisclosed, leaving fans waiting in suspense.
Moreover, Caves of Qud will not only return but also debut its enhanced version for the Switch 2. As reported by Nintendo Everything, although specific improvements remain unspecified, a physical release is confirmed, likely indicating enhanced visuals and hardware-specific optimizations.
Upcoming Pokémon Home Update
Pump up your nostalgia as Pokémon Home is set to receive a significant update for compatibility with FireRed and LeafGreen versions. Scheduled maintenance on October 7 will pave the way for these long-awaited expansions, fulfilling promises made by The Pokémon Company, reports My Nintendo News.
Grasshopper Manufacture Returns to Independence
In a noteworthy shift within the development realm, Grasshopper Manufacture is now an independent studio again. After severing ties with its parent company, NetEase, a move that follows NetEase’s strategic retreat from several studio investments, the team looks to strike fresh ground autonomously. Nintendo Life notes this transition could mark new directions in creative endeavors for the studio.
