Nintendo and Game Freak are well-known for their sometimes confusing freebie rollouts. If you've ever visited a crowded GameStop just to get a Pokémon distribution, you'll know what I mean.
If you've been playing Pokémon Legends: Z-A recently, you may have a freebie waiting for you, according to Serebii on X. Just know that not everyone is eligible for this reward.
This week is when special icons for Pokémon Legends: Z-A are rolling out. You can snag Mega Chesnaught, Mega Delphox, and Mega Greninja icons now, which you can use to your heart's content in the Nintendo Switch Online app.
Here is how you can claim your rewards:
The Nintendo Switch Online app can be confusing, so take some time to learn where everything is. It'll serve you well in the future, and it seems like the app in its current incarnation isn't going anywhere during the lifecycle of the Nintendo Switch 2.
As usual, this Pokémon promotion comes with a catch. You had to have played Pokémon Legends: Z-A from December 10 through January 5, 2026, in some capacity to be eligible for these Mega icons. Also, many users are reporting that they still don't have...
