"Pokémon Champions: Battle Sim Coming to Nintendo Switch and Mobile"

On Pokémon Day, The Pokémon Company unveiled exciting details about Pokémon Champions, a thrilling new entry in the Pokémon franchise. The announcement came during a special Pokémon Presents presentation streamed globally, celebrating the original launch of the Pokémon video games in 1996.

Developed by The Pokémon Works in collaboration with Game Freak, Pokémon Champions promises to bring the core excitement of Pokémon battles into a focused, multiplayer experience, perfect for fans of competitive play. It carries forward the legacy of trainers challenging each other to showcase their strategic skills. This new game is designed as a dedicated PvP battler, much like the iconic Pokémon Stadium, where players can participate in high-stakes matches.

Unlike traditional games in the series, Pokémon Champions offers a streamlined format that caters to both seasoned trainers and newcomers. It includes familiar mechanics such as Pokémon types, Abilities, and moves, creating a dynamic environment where strategy is key. This ensures that every battle is both challenging and engaging, appealing to the competitive spirit of Pokémon enthusiasts.

Another exciting feature of Pokémon Champions is its integration with Pokémon Home. This cloud-based service connects the core Pokémon franchises across platforms, allowing players to bring their favorite Pokémon from past games into the new battle arena. However, at the initial stages, only certain Pokémon available through Pokémon Home will be usable in Pokémon Champions. While not every Pokémon will make the cut, players will still have a wide variety of options to assemble a team of classics and new partners for their battles.

Pokémon Champions will be available on both the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, enabling cross-platform play on the go. With multiple modes likely to be available, there’s something for every trainer, whether you enjoy quick duels or more in-depth strategic matches.

While you wait for the release, you can explore this list of the best Pokémon games to play on Android and iOS right now!

Although Pokémon Champions is still in development and lacks a confirmed release date, it's already shaping up to be a must-play for fans of the competitive side of the Pokémon universe. To stay updated on the development, you can visit the official website.