How to evolve Beldum in Pokemon Legends ZA

Beldum is a mysterious Pokémon introduced in Generation III and has been one of the strongest pseudo-legendaries for a very long time due to its combination of Steel/Psychic types. IN Pokemon Legends ZAit evolves into Metang, gains even greater power, and later becomes Metagrosspowerhouse that is able to measure up against the strongest Pokemon in the list.

But Metagross isn't the end of the line for this incredible Pokemon: Mega Metagross is back for revenge Legends of ZA. And if players are wondering where to get Beldum and how to evolve it to its final form, this guide will provide you with all the information on spawn locations, Mega Stone locations, and stats.

Where to catch Beldum in Pokemon Legends ZA

Beldum is one of the few late-game Pokemon that players will not be able to find until they unlock Lysandre Labs, which happens during Main mission number 35: Reaching out Rank A. After talking to Grisham and entering Lysandre Labsplayers should turn to the purple area in the extreme western corner of the map and there they will find a place to spawn Beldum and sometimes Metang.

It is highly recommended that you save your game before entering the room, as Beldum has an extremely low catch rate and will be really difficult to get on your first try. It's also worth noting that Beldum is a relatively heavy Pokémon, so using Heavy Ball is one of the best options to increase your chances of catching it.

How to evolve Beldum in Pokemon Legends ZA

Beldum is evolving at level 20 to Metanglearning Confusion and Metal Claw, and when he reaches level 45 evolves in Metagross. Metagross is a solid physical attacker, but also has good defensive properties and a spare special attack. Metagross evolves into Mega Metagross by sticking Metagrositeobtained by Quasartico Inc. for 360 Mega Shards (unlocked after mission 30).

Metagross BST (Base Stat Total) is 600, which changes to 700 when it evolves into Mega Metagross. These statistics are distributed as follows:

  • HP: 80 (+0)

  • Atk: 135 (→ 145)

  • Def: 130 (→ 150)

  • Sp. Atk: 95 (→ 105)

  • Sp. Def: 90 (→ 110)

  • Speed: 70 (→ 110)

As players may have noticed, Mega Metagross gets a significant Stat Boost to all stats (except HP) that lean more towards physical attack and defense.

The ideal Moveset for Metagross/Mega Metagross consists of Thunder Punch, Zen Headbutt, Bullet Punch (or Psycho Cut), a Iron head. Remember to use Championship seeds turn these movements into Plus Moveswhich are stronger and even more so if they are super effective.


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Pokemon Legends: ZA

Systems

8-bit grayscale logo

Released

October 16, 2025

ESRB

Everyone 10+ / Fantasy violence, in-game purchases


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