Pokémon and adidas Pay Homage to Mewtwo With This ZX 8000
A first look at the much-anticipated partnership has just surfaced.
Name: Pokémon x adidas ZX 8000 “Mewtwo”
Colorway: Pink
SKU: KI5326
MSRP: TBC
Release Date: September 2026
Where to Buy: adidas
Word of Pokémon rekindling its partnership with adidas in celebration of the franchise’s 30th anniversary in 2026 first surfaced in October. Several sneaker silhouettes were mentioned, however, our first look at the collaboration comes as a surprise.
A Mewtwo-themed take on the adidas ZX 8000 has just popped up. The artificial Pokémon, known as one of the most powerful of the original 151, informs this unique take on the shoe. Its two-tone body is referenced with a pink build carrying purple detailing at the toe, Three Stripes, and lining. Meanwhile, a portrait of Mewtwo is present above the Pokémon logo at the tongue tag while “MEWTWO” text runs above the lateral Three Stripes. New geometry is also present, with Mewtwo’s eyes at the lateral of each shoe and its ears recreated around the heel as well. As for the medial, its mythical counterpart, Mew, is subtly stenciled in at the midfoot. Rounding out this preview of the design is co-branding at the sockliner and a Master Ball dubrae.
At the time of writing, neither Pokémon nor adidas have officially announced their collaborative plans for 2026. Stay tuned for updates, including an official look at this ZX 8000 “Mewtwo” pair and the reveal of additional sneakers, as we still expect a variety of designs to drop next September via adidas and select retailers in celebration of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary.
