- Pokémon Champions arrives on mobile and Nintendo Switch in 2026
- Engage in multiplayer battles using your Pokémon from Scarlet and Violet
- Alternatively, recruit and train new Pokémon directly within the game
Today's Pokémon Presents delivered several exciting updates, with Pokémon Champions standing out as a major reveal. This upcoming title focuses entirely on the battle mechanics that define the series.
Scheduled for release on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch in 2026, the game will support crossplay across all platforms and integrate with Pokémon Home and Scarlet and Violet. Yes, for the first time, you can bring the Pokémon you've collected and trained over the years into battles on your mobile device. While you can also recruit and train Pokémon within Champions itself, let's be honest—that's not the main attraction here.
No matter how you assemble your team, you can participate in ranked matches or private battles. Whether you're challenging strangers or consistently losing to your younger sibling (who always seems to counter your team perfectly—purely hypothetical, of course), the choice is yours. You can opt for single or double battle formats, with doubles likely being the preferred style for many.
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Pokémon Champions also provides various methods to train your Pokémon. You can fine-tune their stats, teach them new moves, adjust their natures, and even change their abilities, as suggested by the trailer. Note that these enhancements may require in-game currency, so you might consider perfecting your Chandelure in Scarlet before transferring it—unless there are undisclosed restrictions.
For many players, including myself, this is an exciting opportunity. Even though I often prioritize my favorite Pokémon over competitive picks, I thoroughly enjoy online battles. The ability to battle on my phone has been a highly anticipated feature since Pokémon Champions was first announced earlier this year.
Pokémon Champions is set to launch on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch in 2026. While a specific release date has not been announced yet, we will keep you updated as more information becomes available. In the meantime, explore some of the best Pokémon games currently available on mobile to keep the adventure going.
