Mewtwo in Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Stats, Moves, Weaknesses & Mega Evolution

Mewtwo is one of the most powerful Legendary Pokémon available in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, but its role here is more than just a familiar name from older Pokémon games. With a massive 680 total base stats and an impressive 154 Special Attack, Mewtwo has the raw numbers to become a powerful offensive option.

Z-A also changes how Pokémon battles work. Instead of traditional turn-based combat, Trainers and Pokémon move around the battlefield in real time, with move range, area of effect, timing, and cooldowns all affecting how a battle plays out.

This guide covers Mewtwo's Pokédex profile, base stats, type weaknesses, available moves, real-time battle role, and Mega Evolution options in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Mewtwo Quick Overview

Attribute	Mewtwo
Lumiose Pokédex	#232
Type	Psychic
Category	Genetic Pokémon
Total Base Stats	680
Highest Base Stat	Special Attack: 154
Mega Evolutions	Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y

Mewtwo is a pure Psychic-type Legendary Pokémon. Its 154 Special Attack is its standout offensive stat, while its 130 Speed gives it another strong advantage. Its defensive stats are more moderate, with 90 Defense and 90 Special Defense.

 

Is Mewtwo Available in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?

Yes. Mewtwo is available in Pokémon Legends: Z-A as part of an extra side mission.

To access the mission, you first need to complete the game's main story and claim both Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y through the Mystery Gift feature. After meeting the requirements, you can access Mewtwo's extra mission and catch the Legendary Pokémon.

The Mystery Gift feature requires an internet connection and a Nintendo Account-linked profile. The official Pokémon website also notes that Mystery Gift becomes available after approximately one hour of gameplay.

Once you have Mewtwo, both Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y give you access to its two Mega Evolutions.

 

Mewtwo Type, Weaknesses & Resistances

Mewtwo is a pure Psychic-type Pokémon.

Its main weaknesses are:

• Bug
• Ghost
• Dark

Psychic-type attacks are also resisted by Mewtwo, while Fighting-type attacks deal reduced damage.

That makes Mewtwo particularly effective against matchups where Psychic attacks have a type advantage, but you should be more careful when facing opponents that can consistently pressure it with Bug-, Ghost-, or Dark-type attacks.

In Z-A, typing is only part of the battle equation. Because combat happens in real time, dodging, positioning, move range, and attack timing can also determine how much damage Mewtwo actually takes.

 

Mewtwo Base Stats

Mewtwo has a 680 total base stat value, with most of its offensive potential concentrated in Special Attack and Speed.

Stat	Base Value
HP	106
Attack	110
Defense	90
Special Attack	154
Special Defense	90
Speed	130
Total	680

Special Attack: 154

Mewtwo's 154 Special Attack is its biggest stat and gives it a strong foundation for special-focused builds.

Moves such as Psychic, Psystrike, and Aura Sphere give Mewtwo access to powerful offensive options, while its movepool also lets it adapt to different situations.

Speed: 130

Mewtwo also has a base Speed of 130. In a real-time battle system, this stat should be considered alongside move cooldowns, positioning, and attack timing rather than treated exactly like Speed in a traditional turn-based battle.

Defensive Stats: 90 / 90

Mewtwo has 90 Defense and 90 Special Defense. These aren't terrible numbers, but they are noticeably lower than its offensive stats.

In practice, this means Mewtwo is better suited to active positioning and offensive pressure than simply standing in one place and absorbing repeated attacks.

 

Mewtwo Moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Mewtwo has a much more complete confirmed movepool now, so there is no need to rely on its older X/Y or Scarlet/Violet movesets.

Its level-up moves include:

Level	Move
1	Confusion
1	Swift
12	Psybeam
16	Psycho Cut
24	Safeguard
32	Amnesia
40	Aura Sphere
48	Psychic
64	Mist
72	Psystrike
80	Recover
88	Future Sight

Several of these moves are particularly useful in Z-A's real-time combat system.

Psychic provides strong Psychic-type damage, while Aura Sphere gives Mewtwo Fighting-type coverage. Psystrike is another powerful Psychic option and deals physical damage despite being classified as a Special move in the game's move data.

Mewtwo can also learn additional moves through TMs, including options such as Psyshock, Calm Mind, Thunder Wave, Brick Break, Rock Slide, Ice Beam, Light Screen, and Shadow Ball.

 

A Strong Story Moveset for Mewtwo

If you're using Mewtwo during the main story, one practical setup is:

• Psystrike
• Psychic
• Aura Sphere
• Nasty Plot

This combination gives Mewtwo strong Psychic damage, Fighting-type coverage, and a way to increase its offensive pressure. Game8 currently lists this as one of its recommended story setups.

You don't necessarily need to lock yourself into this exact four-move combination, though. Mewtwo has enough coverage to adjust its moves depending on the opponents and battle situations you expect to face.

 

How Mewtwo Performs in Real-Time Battles

This is where Mewtwo feels different from its traditional turn-based identity.

In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Trainers and their Pokémon move around the battlefield in real time. Moves can have different ranges, areas of effect, and activation times, while swapping and timing also matter during combat.

Mewtwo's high Special Attack makes it naturally suited to an offensive role. Its strong Psychic attacks can put serious pressure on targets, while moves such as Aura Sphere give it additional coverage.

But its defensive stats are only moderate.

You shouldn't treat Mewtwo like a Pokémon that can simply sit in the middle of a fight and absorb everything. Its performance is better when you actively manage:

• Positioning
• Attack range
• Move cooldowns
• Dodging
• Pokémon switching
• The timing of stronger attacks

The basic idea is simple: use Mewtwo's offensive stats to control the fight instead of relying on its defenses to survive everything.

 

Can Mewtwo Mega Evolve in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?

Yes. Mewtwo can Mega Evolve into both Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

You need the corresponding Mega Stone:

• Mewtwonite X → Mega Mewtwo X
• Mewtwonite Y → Mega Mewtwo Y

The official Pokémon website confirms that both stones can be obtained through Mystery Gift. After completing the main story and meeting the requirements for Mewtwo's extra mission, you can obtain Mewtwo and use either stone to Mega Evolve it.

 

Mega Mewtwo X vs. Mega Mewtwo Y

The two Mega forms take Mewtwo in noticeably different directions.

Mega Mewtwo X

Type: Psychic/Fighting

Base Stats: 780 total

Stat	Base Value
HP	106
Attack	190
Defense	100
Special Attack	154
Special Defense	100
Speed	130

Mega Mewtwo X gains a huge increase to its Attack, reaching 190, while also becoming a Psychic/Fighting-type Pokémon.

This gives it a more physical-oriented profile compared with regular Mewtwo.

 

Mega Mewtwo Y

Type: Psychic

Base Stats: 780 total

Stat	Base Value
HP	106
Attack	150
Defense	70
Special Attack	194
Special Defense	120
Speed	140

Mega Mewtwo Y pushes Mewtwo's special offense even further. Its 194 Special Attack and 140 Speed make it the more extreme offensive version on paper.

The trade-off is its 70 Defense, so positioning becomes even more important when you're using it in real-time battles.

 

How to Get Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y

Getting both Mega Stones is part of the process of unlocking Mewtwo's extra content.

1. Open Mystery Gift

Use the Mystery Gift feature and select the option to receive the gift via the internet.

2. Claim Both Mega Stones

You need to obtain:

• Mewtwonite X
• Mewtwonite Y

You can check your Mega Stones in the corresponding section of your Satchel.

3. Complete the Main Story

Mewtwo's extra side mission requires you to have completed the main story of Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

4. Start Mewtwo's Extra Mission

After meeting the requirements, head to the relevant location and start Mewtwo's extra mission.

Complete the mission to add Mewtwo to your team, then use either Mewtwonite X or Mewtwonite Y when you want to Mega Evolve it.

 

Should You Add Mewtwo to Your Team?

Mewtwo is a strong option if you like high offensive pressure and active real-time combat.

Its 154 Special Attack and 130 Speed give it an impressive offensive foundation, while its wide movepool provides several ways to build around different opponents.

The main thing to remember is that Mewtwo isn't simply a "press attack and win" Pokémon.

Its defensive stats are much less impressive than its offensive numbers, so you will get more out of it if you're comfortable with positioning, dodging, cooldown management, and choosing the right moment to attack.

And with two different Mega Evolutions available, you also have more flexibility when deciding how you want Mewtwo to fit into your team.

If you're looking for a specific Mewtwo build or don't want to spend hours farming for the right stats, you can also check out Mewtwo for Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

 

Mewtwo in Pokémon Legends: Z-A FAQ

Is Mewtwo available in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?

Yes. Mewtwo can be obtained through its extra side mission after you complete the main story and claim Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y through Mystery Gift.

What type is Mewtwo in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?

Mewtwo is a Psychic-type Pokémon. Mega Mewtwo X changes to Psychic/Fighting, while Mega Mewtwo Y remains Psychic-type.

What are Mewtwo's weaknesses?

Mewtwo is weak to Bug-, Ghost-, and Dark-type attacks because it is a pure Psychic-type Pokémon.

What is Mewtwo's highest base stat?

Mewtwo's highest base stat is Special Attack at 154. Its Speed is also very high at 130, giving it a total base stat value of 680.

Can Mewtwo Mega Evolve in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?

Yes. Mewtwo can Mega Evolve into Mega Mewtwo X using Mewtwonite X or Mega Mewtwo Y using Mewtwonite Y.

Which is better, Mega Mewtwo X or Mega Mewtwo Y?

The two forms are built around different stat profiles. Mega Mewtwo X has 190 Attack and becomes Psychic/Fighting, while Mega Mewtwo Y has 194 Special Attack, 140 Speed, and remains Psychic-type. Your choice should depend on the moves and playstyle you want to use rather than treating one form as universally better.