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How to Catch Genesect
Pokémon Legends: Z-A

How to Catch Genesect

Learn how to catch Genesect in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Follow our guide to complete the 'Collecting Four Drives' mission and find the Mythical Pokémon.

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Learn how to catch Genesect in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Follow our guide to complete the 'Collecting Four Drives' mission and find the Mythical Pokémon.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Complete the postgame DLC mission “The Greatest Gift” to catch Rayquaza.
  2. 2
    Head to an alleyway on the west side of Wild Zone 17.
  3. 3
    Speak to the man there and accept Side Mission 191 “Collecting Four Drives”.
  4. 4
    Purchase the Douse Drive, Shock Drive, Burn Drive, and Chill Drive from him. Each drive costs 540 Mega Shards, totaling 2160 Mega Shards.
  5. 5
    Ensure you have one of each drive.
  6. 6
    Speak to the man again and select “I’ve got the drives”. He will mark a new destination on your map.
  7. 7
    Travel to Wild Zone 13 and inspect the wall near the east entrance.
  8. 8
    A 5-star Hyperspace portal will appear. Use a 5-star donut to enter.
  9. 9
    Inside, navigate to the end of the forest/mountain area.
  10. 10
    Encounter and battle the Level 200 Genesect, a Bug and Steel type.
  11. 11
    Succeed in catching Genesect to complete the mission.
Tips
  • Make sure you purchase all four unique drives (Douse, Shock, Burn, Chill) and do not buy duplicates.
  • Genesect is a Level 200 Pokémon, so be prepared for a challenging battle.

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