Pokemon Champions Release Date, Platforms and Everything We Know

Pokemon games are all the rage right now, as the fan base has never been more active in the video gaming side of things. Whether it’s the first anniversary event of TCG Pocket, or catching wild Pokemon in Lumiose City in Legends ZA, fans cannot get enough of the Pokemon action.

Well, if these aren’t your kind of Pokemon titles, a new installment called Pokemon Champions has been announced. It is a strategy-based title and a spinoff of the original Champions series. There are a lot of details to go through at this time, so if you’re looking for all the info about the game, find out more right here.

Is There a Release Date For Pokemon Champions?

No, as of yet, an exact release date for Pokemon Champions has not been revealed by The Pokemon Company. However, as per official channels, we know that the title is scheduled to be released sometime in 2026. Once a release date has been revealed, we will update this section. So make sure to check back in regularly.

Pokemon Champions Platforms

Pokemon Champions is confirmed to release for the Nintendo Switch family of systems, as well as for iOS and Android devices. It was also confirmed that the game will be available as a “free-to-start” game for Switch 2, but will also have a digital paid version in 2026. This could indicate that some content or Pokemon might be locked behind a DLC or Game Pass. Take this info with a pinch of salt as more details will be revealed closer to release.

Furthermore, Pokemon Champions will also be used as the VGC software for the Pokemon World Championships and for Championship Series events leading up to Worlds. This will be enforced from the 2026 season, shortly after the game’s release.

Does Pokemon Champions Support Crossplay?

It is confirmed that Pokemon Champions will support crossplay. You can crossplay between Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. You can also link Pokemon HOME and bring your favorites from other games as well.

Pokemon Champions Gameplay Details

Pokemon Champions is a turn-based strategy game and is quite similar in gameplay to the Pokemon Stadium series of games, but with much better graphics. Here are some of the core gameplay mechanisms in the game:

• Team Building: You can build your team by recruiting Pokemon from within the game itself or bringing some of your past partners in through Pokemon HOME.
• Recruit Pokemon: You can use a trial Pokemon to check if it suits your team. The trial Pokemon can be added permanently using Victory Points (VP).
• Training your team: By using VP, you can increase your Pokemon’s Attack, Defense, and other stats, while also altering their Abilities and moves. You cannot train trial Pokemon.
• Battle Modes and Formats: There are three different battle modes: Ranked, Casual, and Private Battles. You can challenge these modes in both Single Battle and Double Battle formats.
• Mega Evolution: The early days of the game will allow players to use Mega-Evolved Pokemon. There aren’t many details on how one can obtain Mega Stones, but we expect them to be awarded in matches or missions.
• Omni Ring: You will wear a device called an Omni Ring, which is similar to a Mega Ring in the video game series. The Omni Ring is expected to support Mega Evolution, Z-Move, Dynamax, and Terastallization.

As per fan reaction, the game is already being praised for its stunning graphics and colorful visuals. Looking at the hype, there’s no doubt that tons of Pokemon trainers will tune in to play Champions, given the game’s wide compatibility across multiple devices and its seamless crossplay functionality.

Are you excited for Pokemon Champions or would you rather enjoy cozying up to Legends ZA for a bit longer? Let us know in the comments below!