Pokémon Company Unveils Android Battle Sim: Champions

Pokémon Day arrived yesterday, celebrated on February 27th. To mark the occasion, The Pokémon Company unveiled a slew of exciting announcements during a special Pokémon Presents stream. Among the highlights were a sneak peek at the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Arceus video game, teasers for new episodes of Pokémon Journeys, and the highly anticipated reveal of Pokémon Champions—a brand-new battle simulation game.

We’re particularly thrilled about Pokémon Champions, which promises an immersive competitive battling experience. Unlike traditional Pokémon games, this title focuses solely on battling, sans the usual elements such as catching Pokémon, traversing tall grass, or earning Gym Badges. Instead, it immerses players in high-stakes competition with streamlined mechanics.

What Do We Know About Pokémon Champions?

Pokémon Champions is set to deliver a multiplayer experience that supports cross-platform play, launching simultaneously on both the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. While the full suite of features remains under wraps, the game will offer multiple modes to explore. One of its standout features is integration with Pokémon Home, allowing players to import their favorite Pokémon from past games. However, not every creature will be immediately available upon release—only a select roster of Pokémon will be accessible at launch.

This new battle sim seems poised to create a dedicated space for competitive play, stripping away distractions found in mainline titles. For now, fans can enjoy the announcement trailer below while eagerly awaiting further details.

Stay tuned for updates on Pokémon Champions by visiting the official website. In the meantime, don’t miss our coverage of A Perfect Day, a captivating time-loop narrative puzzle set in the year 1999.