Pokémon Day | Everything Revealed About Pokémon Champions (2025)

A Champion Time!

It would not be a true Pokémon Presents if there were not an announcement of an entirely new title and Pokémon Day has not disappointed. Here is everything there is to know about Pokémon Champions:

Who’s Involved?

Pokémon Champions is being planned by main series developer, Game Freak, with development being handled by The Pokémon Works. Nintendo will be publishing the title.

Planned Platforms?

Pokémon Champions is being developed for the Nintendo Switch family of systems planned, as well as Android and iOS devices.

Current Status?

Pokémon Champions is in active development with no launch window provided at this time.

Pokémon HOME Connectivity?

Pokémon Champions is said to have support for Pokémon HOME, allowing players to bring in their Pokémon from other titles.

Pokémon Champions (The Story so Far)

Official PR:

Get ready to experience everything you love about Pokémon battles all in one place—in Pokémon Champions. This new, battle-focused game will feature familiar mechanics such as Pokémon types, Abilities, and moves, creating an environment conducive to rich and varied strategies for new and experienced Trainers alike.

It’s not just familiar mechanics—you’ll be able to bring in classic Pokémon from Pokémon HOME, too! Look forward to cross-platform battles alongside your favorite Pokémon on Nintendo Switch and mobile, with a variety of different modes available for your desired experience.

Official Game Description

Pokémon Champions is coming to Nintendo Switch and compatible smart devices! Enjoy traditional Pokémon battles using familiar mechanics such as Pokémon Types, abilities, and moves, enabling rich and varied battle strategies that Trainers know and love. Pokémon Champions also supports cross-platform battles between Nintendo Switch and compatible smart devices. Compete against players from all over the world in Ranked Battles or go for some easy-going fun in Casual Battles. You can also play together with family and friends in Private Battles, too! Pokémon Champions will also be compatible with Pokémon HOME, the cloud service for Nintendo Switch and compatible smart devices, allowing you to partner up with certain Pokémon from past games in the Pokémon series and Pokémon GO.