Pokémon Company Unveils New Android Battle Sim: Pokémon Champions

Pokémon Day, celebrated on February 27th, brought a flurry of exciting news from The Pokémon Company through a special Pokémon Presents stream. Among the announcements was a sneak peek at the upcoming video game, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, along with teasers for new episodes of Pokémon Concierge and their much-anticipated battle sim, Pokémon Champions.

The buzz is all about Pokémon Champions, a new battle simulator developed by The Pokémon Works in collaboration with Game Freak. This game focuses exclusively on competitive battling, leaving behind the traditional elements of catching Pokémon, exploring tall grass, and collecting Gym Badges.

What Else Do We Know About Pokémon Champions, the Upcoming Battle Sim?

Pokémon Champions promises a thrilling multiplayer experience, complete with cross-platform play. It's set to launch on both the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, making it accessible to a wide audience. While the game will offer various modes, specifics about these are yet to be revealed.

A significant feature of Pokémon Champions is its integration with Pokémon Home, allowing players to bring in some of their favorite Pokémon from previous games. However, not all Pokémon will be available at launch; only a select group will be usable initially.

The Pokémon Company seems to be carving out a dedicated space for competitive play with Pokémon Champions, focusing on high-stakes battles without the distractions typically found in the main series games. As we await more details, you can check out the announcement trailer below to get a taste of what's coming.

For the latest updates on Pokémon Champions, be sure to visit their official website. In the meantime, don't forget to check out our coverage of A Perfect Day, a new time-loop narrative puzzle game set in the year 1999.