I know many people are not waiting just for the Pokémon Legends Z-A game, but also for the best possible deal. Many stores are giving some incentives to do the preorder with them; in some cases, the bonuses are better, and in others, they just don’t bring a good one. Some are practical, others collectible, and a few are digital.
So, for you to get the best possible deal on Pokémon Legends Z-A, here is the full breakdown so you can decide where to place your preorder.
United States Preorder Bonuses
- Pokémon Center (US)
Originally offered random plushies of the three starters. These sold out quickly in the first wave. The current bonus is a starter pin set. Availability varies, so check the US Pokémon Center store directly. - Walmart
Includes a set of three starter pin badges. Based on past promotions, all three are likely included.
Walmart Preorders - Best Buy
Offers an exclusive gamer mat with Legends Z-A artwork. Large enough to use as a mouse mat or desk mat. - GameStop
Includes a download code for the Trench Coat and Pants set, an in-game outfit. This is digital only.
Japan Preorder Bonuses
- Pokémon Center Japan
Includes the Pokémon Legends Z-A Artbook, showcasing concept art and developer notes. - Amazon Japan
Bundle includes the Trench Coat outfit plus a Pokémon cutlery set (spoon and fork). - Animate
Comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth for your Switch screen. - Aeon Supermarket
Offers golden badges, with different designs depending on Switch vs Switch 2 edition. - Toyo
Includes a ceramic plate with Pokémon Legends Z-A branding and Charizard design. - WonderGOO
Bonus is a Charizard acrylic stand. - Family Mart
Provides a starter keychain charm set. - Edion
Includes a Pokémon Legends Z-A wristwatch. - Tsutaya Bookstore
Bonus is an acrylic block with an evolution artwork. - Joshin
Includes a tote bag or pencil case featuring the three starters and Pikachu. - Rakuten Books
Provides a sticker sheet, acrylic coaster, and special box. - Toys “R” Us Japan
Offers a Lucario tote bag. - Geo Online
Bonus is a starter notebook. - Yamada Denki
Provides a Pokémon towel. Size not confirmed. - HMV & LPY
Includes a starter and Pikachu sticker sheet. - 7-Eleven Japan
Bonus is a trading card case plus in-game items. - Don Quijote (Don Don Donki)
Includes a pouch. - Bic Camera
Offers Pokémon frames. - Nojima
Bonus is a Pokémon mug. - Yodobashi Camera
Includes a Charizard notepad.
United Kingdom and Europe
- Nintendo UK Store
Multiple bundles:- Starter figure statue
- Charizard figures (X and Y)
- Starter pin sets
- Premium bundle with cap, mug, and umbrella
Pricing starts at £62.99.
- Game (Spain & UK)
Offers the starter figure statue similar to Nintendo UK.
Australia and New Zealand
- EB Games
Switch 2 version includes one of three starter pins.
Switch 1 version includes a double-sided poster.
EB Games AU
What Are Your Thoughts on the Bonuses
The variety is huge, but the quality varies. Some bonuses feel useful, like the towel, mug, or cutlery set. Others are small extras, like stickers or pins. Personally, the Best Buy gamer mat and the Pokémon Center Japan artbook stand out as the best.
One thing missing is a steelbook case. Past Nintendo releases, like Zelda and Fire Emblem, had steelbook editions that felt premium. Having something similar here would have been a great addition.
If you want practical items, Japan is the place to look. If you prefer digital bonuses, GameStop or Amazon are the easy picks. For collectors, the UK bundles are stacked with extras.