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Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Released January 28, 2022 on Switch

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About Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Pokemon Legends: Arceus is a third-person role-playing game released on Switch on January 28, 2022. It blends turn-based strategy and adventure elements with action and open-world themes, and it is developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company. It is the first entry in the Pokemon Legends series.

The game is set in an earlier era of the Sinnoh region, known as Hisui, and centers on cataloging wild Pokemon. Players catch, survey, and research these creatures as they work toward building the region's first Pokedex. The fantasy setting and open-world exploration give the game a different feel from the mainline Pokemon titles.

This is a single-player experience rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and PEGI 7 in Europe. It belongs to the broader Pokemon franchise.

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Pokemon Legends: Arceus FAQ

When did Pokemon Legends: Arceus come out?

Pokemon Legends: Arceus came out on January 28, 2022.

What platforms is Pokemon Legends: Arceus on?

Pokemon Legends: Arceus came out on Switch.

Who made Pokemon Legends: Arceus?

Pokemon Legends: Arceus is developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company.

Is Pokemon Legends: Arceus multiplayer?

No. Pokemon Legends: Arceus is single player only.

What is Pokemon Legends: Arceus rated?

Pokemon Legends: Arceus is rated ESRB E (Everyone) and PEGI 7.

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