Building on the Mega Dimension DLC's new Mega Raichu evolutions and streamlined Shiny Charm quests (as covered previously), the $30 expansion introduces roguelike Hyperspace expeditions, over 100 returning Pokémon, and deep ties to Hoenn and Sinnoh lore. Launched December 10, 2025, for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, it offers experimental battles praised for depth but criticized for grind.
Hyperspace Expeditions
The DLC's core post-game mode transports players to Hyperspace, a hostile mirrored Lumiose City accessed via time-limited portals fueled by berry donuts. These roguelike runs, lasting up to 10 minutes, emphasize quick battles, vertical mobility, intel gathering, and treasures like Bonus Balls. Adaptations to the real-time system—such as faster attacks over slow moves like Houndoom's Dark Pulse—are key to success.
Expanded Content
Over 100 Pokémon return, alongside quirky quests and enhanced Rogue Mega Evolution bosses under Hyperspace constraints. New Z forms for Lucario and Absol accelerate cooldowns at the cost of duration, while additional Mega Evolutions feature striking designs, including the previously highlighted Superman-inspired Mega Raichu X.
Narrative Depth
The story follows Ansha, aided by Team MZ and Hoopa, in a quest amid invading portals. It interconnects generations via Hoenn (Ruby/Sapphire) and Sinnoh (Diamond/Pearl) mythology, filling the base game's post-game gaps with ~12 hours of content, extendable by legendaries.
Datamining and Future Content
Dataminers found a Garchomp Z form in the files, hinting at future events for its Mega Stone.
Reception
Critics applaud the roguelike novelty and battle puzzles but note grinding and shallowness, positioning it as a solid fan expansion despite the base game's cost.
