Pokémon Champions - Mega Evolutions & Cross-Platform Battles

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The Pokémon Company (Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Tsunekazu Ishihara) has officially announced the following information regarding the Nintendo Switch and smartphone (iOS / Android) game " Pokémon Champions ", officially confirming the release date for the Nintendo Switch version, and announcing that Mega Meganium, Mega Emboar, and Mega Feraligatr will also appear in " Pokémon Champions ".

The game " Pokémon Champions " allows players to enjoy the same Pokémon battles as in the " Pokémon " series titles to date. Players can more easily enjoy cross-platform battling fun via Nintendo Switch and smartphones, without losing any of the excitement of seizing victory by flexibly utilizing elements such as Pokémon types, abilities, and move selections.

In addition, this game will also be linked with " Pokémon HOME ", allowing some of the Pokémon that have become players' partners in past " Pokémon " series games and " Pokémon GO " to show off their skills in " Pokémon Champions ".

For details on how to play " Pokémon Champions ", various services, etc., please refer to the official website: https://www.pokemonchampions.jp/tc/

Nintendo Switch Version Release Date Officially Confirmed

Nintendo Switch Version Confirmed to Release on April 8

The Nintendo Switch version of " Pokémon Champions " is confirmed to be released on April 8. Furthermore, " Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack", which combines the software itself (base game content) with in-game bonuses, is also confirmed to be released on April 8.

Free Update for Nintendo Switch 2 Support

" Pokémon Champions " will support a free update for the Nintendo Switch 2. By playing on the Nintendo Switch 2, you can enjoy the fun of " Pokémon Champions " with more detailed graphics.

* An internet connection is required to download the latest update data (free).

Mega Meganium, Mega Emboar, and Mega Feraligatr Will Also Appear in " Pokémon Champions "

Mega Evolve Meganium, Emboar, and Feraligatr to Show Off Their Skills in Battle!

Mega Meganium, Mega Emboar, and Mega Feraligatr, which appear in " Pokémon Legends: Z-A ", will also appear in " Pokémon Champions ". Among them are Pokémon that, after Mega Evolving, will possess new abilities introduced in this title.

Mega Meganium

Category: Herb Pokémon
Type: Grass / Fairy
Ability: Mega Sunlight
Height: 2.4m
Weight: 201.0kg

Ability: Mega Sunlight

Mega Meganium's ability, "Mega Sunlight", is a new ability introduced in this game. When a Pokémon with this ability uses a move, it receives effects equivalent to the "Harsh Sunlight" weather condition.

Mega Emboar

Category: Mega Fire Pig Pokémon
Type: Fire / Fighting
Ability: Mold Breaker
Height: 1.8m
Weight: 180.3kg

Ability: Mold Breaker

Mega Emboar's ability is "Mold Breaker". It can use moves without being affected by the opponent's abilities.

Mega Feraligatr

Category: Big Jaw Pokémon
Type: Water / Dragon
Ability: Dragon Skin
Height: 2.3m
Weight: 108.8kg

Ability: Dragon Skin

Mega Feraligatr's ability, "Dragon Skin", is a new ability introduced in this game. Not only does it change Normal-type moves into Dragon-type moves, but it also boosts the power of those moves by 1.2 times.

Product Information

Product Name: " Pokémon Champions "
Supported Platforms: Nintendo Switch / iOS / Android
* Playable on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Sales Format: Download only
Nintendo Switch Version Release Date: April 8, 2026
Smartphone Version Release Date: Summer 2026
Price: Free-to-play * Some items can be purchased for a fee.
■ Membership: Monthly fee 160 TWD, Annual fee 1,600 TWD
Membership is a service that allows players to enjoy " Pokémon Champions " more deeply. Joining the membership will add certain features.
■ Premium Battle Pass: 320 TWD per season
After purchasing the Premium Battle Pass, some Battle Pass gifts will be unlocked, and players can additionally receive the protagonist's outfits and Mega Stones.
The Premium Battle Pass can be purchased every season and is only valid during that season.
* Some rewards such as Mega Stones can also be obtained using VP in the shop.
Game Genre: Pokémon Battle
Supported Languages: Japanese, English, European Spanish, Latin American Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese
Planning & Production: GAME FREAK inc. / The Pokémon Company
Development: The Pokémon Works
Publisher: The Pokémon Company
Sales: Nintendo Switch version: Nintendo Co., Ltd.
Smartphone version (iOS/Android): The Pokémon Company

Product Name: " Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack"
Supported Platforms: Nintendo Switch (* Playable on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2)
Sales Format: Download only (* Download cards are also planned for release)
Release Date: April 8, 2026
Price: 200 TWD
Product Contents: This is a bundle containing the main game software (base game content) and in-game bonuses.
Maximum number of Pokémon that can be placed in Boxes increased by 50
Additional battle music ("Battle (VS Trainer)" Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! / Let's Go, Eevee!)
Official Recruitment Ticket x30, Training Ticket x50
Game Genre: Pokémon Battle
Supported Languages: Japanese, English, European Spanish, Latin American Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese
Planning & Production: GAME FREAK inc. / The Pokémon Company
Development: The Pokémon Works
Publisher: The Pokémon Company
Sales: Nintendo Co., Ltd.

* A Nintendo Account can only purchase or redeem " Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack" once.

* Only the Nintendo Account that purchased or redeemed the " Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack" can use the bonuses included in the product.

* Players who have already downloaded the " Pokémon Champions " software can also purchase or redeem the " Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack" and receive the bonuses. (Saved game data will not be deleted.)

For more details regarding the above, please refer to the official " Pokémon Champions " website: https://www.pokemonchampions.jp/tc/

* Screens represent a game in development.

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