The Pokémon Company Announces New Battle Sim Pokémon Champions for Android

Pokémon Day, February 27th, brought a flurry of exciting announcements from The Pokémon Company, highlighted by a special Pokémon Presents stream. This included updates on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, teasers for Pokémon Concierge, and—most excitingly—a reveal of the upcoming battle simulator, Pokémon Champions.

Developed by The Pokémon Works in collaboration with Game Freak, Pokémon Champions focuses purely on competitive battling. Forget catching Pokémon, traversing tall grass, or collecting Gym Badges; this game is all about high-stakes battles.

What We Know About Pokémon Champions

Pokémon Champions is a multiplayer experience boasting cross-platform play on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. While specific details on game modes remain under wraps, the potential for diverse gameplay is tantalizing.

A key feature is its integration with Pokémon Home, allowing players to import beloved Pokémon from previous games. However, not all Pokémon will be immediately available; only a selection will be playable at launch.

With Pokémon Champions, The Pokémon Company appears to be creating a dedicated space for competitive battling, offering high-stakes matches without the usual distractions of the main series games. Check out the trailer below for a glimpse of the action.

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