To celebrate the launch of Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s new Mega Dimension DLC, The Pokémon Company is giving out a free Alpha Charizard to players through the game’s Mystery Gift system. The distribution is available for a limited time and gives a rare, battle-ready version of one of the most iconic Pokémon in the franchise.
A Special Gift for All Players
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Players of Pokémon Legends: Z-A are eligible for a free Alpha Charizard from December 9, 2025, to January 19, 2026, via a Mystery Gift code that can be used within the game. The promotion applies to players on Nintendo Switch consoles as well as Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, with no need to own Mega Dimension DLC, only an internet connection, and the game.
To redeem the gift:
- Start Pokémon Legends: Z-A and make sure your system is connected to the internet.
- Open the in-game menu with X.
- Select Link Play → Mystery Gift → Get with Code/Password.
- Enter the code B1G0006.
- Download the gift and save your game.
- This code can be used once per save file, and it will expire after the January 19 deadline.
What Makes This Charizard Special
Notably, the Pokémon distribution will not be any Charizard, but an Alpha variant, meaning it will appear larger than the normal wild encounters and will assume a more commanding presence in battles. Specifically:
- Level: 36
- Moves: Solar Beam, Flamethrower, Dragon Claw, Air Slash
- Status: Alpha – Larger in size, higher benchmark against wild Pokémon
Notably, Solar Beam is a move that Charizard normally cannot learn by leveling up; this makes the distribution uniquely valuable in early play and for team diversity.
The giveaway was officially related to the release of the Mega Dimension DLC, which would add new story content, powerful wild Pokémon, and additional Mega Evolutions.
Other Free In-Game Gifts
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This Charizard distribution is part of a larger set of Mystery Gift rewards currently obtainable in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Other freebies include:
- Free Ralts with Gardevoirite (until February 28, 2026)
- Mega Stones for Diancie and Mewtwo, which trigger special side missions once claimed, complete the main story.
- More sets of useful items for more extensive in-game assistance.
Conclusion
The Pokémon Legends: Z-A Alpha Charizard Mystery Gift is the event of note for both competitive and casual players, running through mid-January 2026, which gives trainers from all over the world a chance to add this very rare and powerful Charizard to their team without any cost or purchase of DLC. With its unique moveset, level advantage, and collectible status, this giveaway enhances the Legends Z-A experience just as its major expansion arrives.
