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If you’ve been playing Pokémon Legends Z-A, then you’ll know that you get to hang out with an adorable Riolu. As is customary in any Pokémon worth its salt, you can evolve Riolu to improve their fighting chops.
Compared to other Pokémon, Riolu’s evolution method is a little different. Instead of relying on combat experience to level up the critter, friendship is the key to unlocking Riolu’s evolution. We’ll walk you through the steps involved to evolve Riolu in Pokémon Legends Z-A.
- Evolving Riolu in Pokémon Legends: Z-A is done by raising your friendship level with the Pokémon.
- You’ll need a high friendship level with your Riolu during the daytime.
- Cafe visits with Riolu are the most efficient way to boost your friendship level.
- Look for the arrow next to their avatar to know when they are ready to evolve.
How to evolve Riolu in Pokémon Legends Z-A
To evolve Riolu and transform them into Lucario, you will need to have a high friendship level, particularly during the daytime. Here’s how to increase your friendship level with Riolu in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
- Level up Riolu in combat.
- Use an item on Riolu.
- Sit with Riolu on a bench
- Visit a cafe and have a drink with Riolu.
The most efficient method is to visit a cafe such as Cafe Woof or Nouveau Cafe and drink with Riolu. It doesn’t have to be a specific drink. In fact, getting the cheapest drinks, which are Sparkling Water or Fresh Water, are both reliable ways to quickly level up your friendship with Riolu.
To know whether Riolu is ready to evolve in Pokémon Legends Z-A, check Riolu’s avatar picture in the menu. If there’s an arrow, it means that Riolu can now evolve into Lucario. If you’re looking to stay fashionable as you battle Pokémon, learn how to change clothes in Pokémon Legends Z-A.
FAQs
How do you get Riolu in Pokémon Legends Z-A?
You can get a Riolu in two ways: catch them in the shopping district of Rouge Sector 4, or trade for a Riolu during the 24th side mission, An Abra Playmate.
Does Pokémon Legends Z-A have voice acting?
No, Pokémon Legends Z-A doesn’t have any voice acting and relies on text-only dialogue.
Does Pokémon Legends Z-A work on the Switch 1?
Yes, the game is available on the original Nintendo Switch.
Does Pokémon Legends Z-A have any new Pokémon?
No, Pokémon Legends Z-A doesn’t have any new Pokémon species, but it does introduce new Mega Evolutions for existing Pokémon.
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