Pokémon Champions: Dive Into Battles

Engage in thrilling Pokémon battles effortlessly on your Nintendo Switch or smartphone.

In honor of the significant milestone when Pikachu first captured our imaginations nearly three decades ago, The Pokémon Company organized a Pokémon Presents event. This event provided a glimpse into upcoming releases and experiences. Highlights included updates on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, a new season of Pokémon Concierge, and the unveiling of a brand new multiplayer game: Pokémon Champions.

Though details were sparse, Pokémon Champions seems to focus intently on combat. This new game will allow players to transfer their Pokémon from Pokémon Scarlet, Violet, Pokémon Home, and other games to fight players globally. However, some limitations exist concerning which creatures you can use. Not every Pokémon found in Home and other platforms will be usable in Champions, and those obtained in Champions will not be transferable to Home.

Champions appears to take inspiration from the competitive online battle simulators used to perfect team strategies and develop monster configurations. The game is set to launch on the ‘Nintendo Switch family of systems,’ suggesting a possible early appearance on the upcoming Switch 2. It will also roll out on Android and iOS devices.

Pokémon is a highly adaptable franchise, embracing diverse game genres, and The Pokémon Company seems eager to explore this versatility. From Pokken Tournament for fighting enthusiasts to Pokémon UNITE for MOBA lovers, along with various co-op and one-on-one options in the core series games, the franchise has covered broad ground. Who recalls Pokémon Conquest, where Pikachu met Nobunaga’s Ambition in a strategy RPG? With Pokémon Champions, The Company has again discovered a fresh approach to attract gamers beyond its primary lineup.