Yesterday, on February 27th, we celebrated Pokémon Day with an exciting array of announcements from The Pokémon Company during their special Pokémon Presents stream. Among the highlights was the unveiling of the new video game, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, along with teasers for fresh episodes of Pokémon Concierge and the highly anticipated battle simulation game, Pokémon Champions.
We're particularly thrilled about Pokémon Champions, the upcoming battle sim. Developed collaboratively by The Pokémon Works and Game Freak, this game focuses solely on competitive battling. Forget about catching Pokémon or wandering through tall grass; in Pokémon Champions, it's all about the thrill of the battle without the distraction of Gym Badges!
What Else Do We Know About Pokémon Champions, the Upcoming Battle Sim?
Pokémon Champions promises to be a dynamic multiplayer experience. With cross-platform play, you can engage in battles whether you're on a Nintendo Switch or a mobile device. While the developers are keeping specific details about the various game modes under wraps for now, the anticipation is high.
One of the most exciting features of Pokémon Champions is its integration with Pokémon Home. This means you'll have the opportunity to bring some of your favorite Pokémon from previous games into the battle arena. However, it's worth noting that not every Pokémon will be available at launch; only a select group will be ready to fight from the get-go.
With Pokémon Champions, The Pokémon Company is clearly aiming to provide a dedicated space for competitive play, focusing on high-stakes battles that fans crave. As we eagerly await more details, you can check out the trailer below to get a taste of what's in store.
To stay updated on Pokémon Champions, don't forget to visit their official website. And while you're at it, why not explore our coverage of A Perfect Day, a new time-loop narrative puzzle game set in the year 1999?