While many Pokémon evolve simply by reaching a specific level, some require unique conditions to evolve. For instance, certain Pokémon evolve only when their Happiness or Friendship level is sufficiently high. The Lumiose Pokédex, although somewhat limited, still features a variety of Pokémon that evolve under these circumstances in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

To increase a Pokémon’s Happiness, players can keep it outside of its Pokéball and use it in battles, although this method can be time-consuming. Fortunately, Pokémon Legends: Z-A offers players a way to elevate a Pokémon’s Happiness to the point of evolution in under two minutes, although this will involve some expenditure of Pokedollars.

Quick Ways to Boost Friendship/Happiness in Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Engaging with a Pokémon at a café or food truck is the most effective method to enhance its Happiness. Players need to ensure that the Pokémon they wish to boost is in the first slot and then order a beverage. All drinks contribute to Happiness, but a few seem to provide more significant increases. For example, ordering four cups of Roserade Tea (costing 350 Pokedollars each) was sufficient to help an Eevee evolve. Players can exit the café immediately after ordering to receive the Friendship boost, allowing them to prepare a Pokémon for evolution in about ninety seconds.

1. Position the Pokémon you want to enhance in the first slot.
2. Visit a café or food truck and order a cup of Roserade Tea.
3. Leave the table right after ordering by pressing B and selecting «Yes.»
4. Repeat this process three more times or until the Pokémon is ready to evolve.

Complete List of Friendship Evolutions in Pokémon Legends: Z-A