The Pokémon Company has unveiled the launch date for its new free-to-play game, Pokémon Champions, set to release on April 8 for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. This turn-based battler allows players to import their Pokémon from previous games via Pokémon Home, including titles like Scarlet/Violet and Pokémon Go. Additionally, a paid starter pack will be available, offering in-game items and increasing Pokémon storage for enhanced gameplay. The game aims to become the central competitive platform for Pokémon, with official championship events starting in May.

What features does the Pokémon Champions Starter Pack include?

The Pokémon Champions Starter Pack enables players to store an additional 50 Pokémon, provides extra in-game Teammate and Training Tickets, and unlocks the Trainer Battle song from Pokémon: Let’s Go Pikachu and Eevee.

Pokémon Champions is set to reshape the competitive Pokémon landscape, acting as the series' flagship platform for PVP battles. Players will be able to engage in various championship events, starting from regional heats to the prestigious Pokémon World Championships later in the year. This game promises a fresh take on competitive Pokémon gameplay, blending the nostalgia of past titles with modern online features.