➀ The Pokémon series, despite being the highest-grossing media franchise, has seen a decline in sentiment over the years, especially with Game Freak's releases. ➁ Pokémon Legends: Z-A's launch sales in the UK are 40% lower than Pokémon Legends: Arceus, despite being the second biggest Switch 2 game of the year. ➂ The game's performance is worth noting, especially considering the potential player base and the recent budget leaks.