The Pokemon CompanyPokemon Presents 2025 has treated fans to an array of announcements including Pokemon Champions. A new title focused on core-style Pokemon battles that will let players test their skills against others all around the world.
While details are scarce right now, here’s everything we know about the upcoming game so far, including platforms, and its connectivity with other entries in the franchise.
Does Pokemon Champions have a release date?
Pokemon Champions will come out sometime in 2026.
When information is released, we’ll update this hub so be sure to check back soon.
Platforms
Champions will be coming to Nintendo Switch and mobile devices.
The Pokemon CompanyAccording to the Pokemon Day presentation, fans will be able to choose how they want to play based on where they are.
Trailers
Announcement trailer
The first trailer for Champions was shared during the Pokemon Presents livestream on February 27, 2025.
It showcased live-action footage of players on different generations of previous Pokemon titles including the GameCube, GBA, and Nintendo DS installments. Finally, we got brief glimpses of big stadium battles.
You can check out the full trailer below:
Overview trailer
The second trailer was shown during Pokemon Presents livestream on July 22, 2025.
The Pokemon Champions trailer gives us a solid look at what this new battle-focused game is all about.
You’ll be able to play on Switch or mobile, using either your old favorites from Pokémon Home or brand-new recruits found in-game. It’s all about building your ideal team and jumping into single or double battles.
The trailer also shows a new way to train Pokémon that puts you in full control. You can pick the moves you like and raise your team the way you want.
Gameplay details
Pokemon Champions is a battle-focused game where you fight other players in ranked or private matches. You can play solo or in doubles, with big arena-style battles that look fast-paced and intense.
Build your team by linking Pokemon Home to bring in old favorites or by recruiting new ones directly in-game. You choose which Pokemon to train and what moves they learn, giving you full control over your strategy.
The game also introduces a new training system that makes raising Pokemon quicker and more flexible.
That’s all we know about Pokemon Champions so far! For more Pokemon content check out our hubs for Pokemon Legends Z-A, where it takes place, and why it’s called Legends Z-A.
