The Pokémon Company revealed the latest information regarding the Pokémon battle-focused game Pokémon Champions during the Pokémon Presents 2026.2.27 broadcast.
The Nintendo Switch version will be released in April 2026, followed by iOS and Android versions in Summer 2026.
(Note: Some information has not been officially announced in English-speaking regions yet. Those parts in this article are unofficial translations from Japanese.)
Further News Regarding Pokémon Champions Released!
Further news regarding the Pokémon battle-focused game Pokémon Champions has been released!
It was revealed that the Nintendo Switch version will be released in April 2026, and the iOS/Android versions in Summer 2026.
The opening movie revealed new characters who will support the protagonist's battles, including:
- Totora
- Rucola
- Cody
- Caraway
- Nakajimana
Obtain Dragonite as an Early Download Bonus!
By playing Pokémon Champions by Monday, August 31, 2026, you can receive Dragonite from the in-game mailbox.
Additionally, by progressing through the game, you can obtain Dragoninite, which allows for Mega Evolution into Mega Dragonite, from the first season's battle pass.
Collaboration Campaign with Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A to Be Held!
A campaign is scheduled to be held where you can obtain Chesnaughtite, Delphoxite, Greninjite, and Floettite within Pokémon Champions.
These can be obtained by depositing the aforementioned Pokémon caught in Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A into Pokémon HOME and then sending those Pokémon on an expedition to Pokémon Champions.
+ Starter Pack with Various Bonuses Goes on Sale
The + Starter Pack is a set containing the main software and various bonuses that can be used in-game.
It allows anyone to start a fulfilling Pokémon battle experience, as you can scout and train many Pokémon from the beginning.
Furthermore, the number of Pokémon that can be stored in boxes will increase.
For the battle BGM during matches, you can select Battle! (Wild Pokémon/Trainer) from the Nintendo Switch software Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!.
Please check the Pokémon Champions Official Website (JA/EN) for details.
Join the competition in #PokemonChampions when it launches on the Nintendo Switch family of consoles in April 2026 and on mobile devices later this year! pic.twitter.com/T17f0UpYSR
— Pokémon Champions (@Pokemon_Champs) February 28, 2026
