Hyperspace opens: Pokémon Legends Z-A DLC expands Lumiose with Hoopa

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Mega Dimension – the first DLC for Pokémon Legends: Z-A – is available now (December 10, 2025) on Nintendo Switch. The add-on continues the adventure after players finish the main story, shifting the action to a parallel version of Lumiose City called Hyperspace Lumiose. Unstable distortions grip the city, and the Mythical Pokémon Hoopa can convert them into portals that lead into this otherworldly zone. Players will assist Hoopa to unlock its power, while uncovering fresh mysteries tied to Mega Evolution.

Hyperspace Lumiose changes the rules

Once inside Hyperspace Lumiose, players join Korrina (presented as the successor to Mega Evolution) and Team MZ to investigate what is happening. This mirrored city is deliberately threatening – Pokémon can appear in different and rare variants, and a new scaling twist, “hyperspace levels”, can push their total levels beyond the usual level-100 cap.

Core activities and mechanics

• Hoopa’s portals – distortions in Lumiose City become gateways to Hyperspace Lumiose.
• Support Hoopa via Ansha – team up with the talented baker Ansha to gather Berries and craft donuts that awaken Hoopa’s power and grant a range of gameplay effects for you and your Pokémon.
• Investigation squad – work alongside Korrina and Team MZ to probe the city’s anomalies.
• High-stakes encounters – expect altered behavior, rare appearances, and level systems that exceed the standard limits.

Newly discovered Mega Evolutions

The DLC introduces additional Mega forms to encounter as you progress:

• Mega Raichu X
• Mega Raichu Y
• Mega Chimecho
• Mega Baxcalibur

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In-game apparel

The DLC also includes Holo-X and Holo-Y outfit items. These cosmetics can be worn during the main story once character customization is available.

Base game snapshot

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is set in Lumiose City, where players choose one of three first partner Pokémon – Chikorita, Tepig, or Totodile – and explore districts surrounding Prism Tower. The city features shops, restaurants, and wild zones where Pokémon roam freely. Progression centers on catching, training, and battling on the way to the Z-A Royale, alongside investigations into incidents involving Mega-Evolved Pokémon.

Quick reference – Mega Dimension DLC details

The essential facts about the add-on are summarized below.

Final takeaway – why this matters

Mega Dimension extends Z-A’s endgame with a fresh zone, unique progression rules, and new Mega Evolutions, creating tougher hunts and battles that break past the usual level ceiling. For players who cleared the main story, Hyperspace Lumiose offers a focused challenge and more reasons to return to Lumiose City’s evolving Mega Evolution storyline.