Pokémon Legends: Z-A finally fixes one of the franchise’s biggest problems, so while it still feels like it’s being held back from its full potential I’m excited for the final product.

As someone who’s been a Pokémon fan since the early Nintendo DS era I was thrilled to be able to play Pokémon Legends: Z-A at this year’s Gamescom. I thought Pokémon Legends: Arceus was an excellent deviation from the usual Pokémon formula and I was excited to see how this spin-off series would develop with a sequel, and so far I’m impressed.

While battling trainers and subduing a rampaging Mega Absol one aspect of the game stood out to me the most, the speed. Like most turn-based RPGs, Pokémon tends to operate at a slow pace, which gives you time to plan your next move carefully regardless of your end obj

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