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Pokémon Champions Release Date and Time
Releasing on April 8, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch
Mobile Version Launches Sometime in 2026
Pokémon Champions is scheduled to launch on April 8, 2026 for the Nintendo Switch. The Pokémon Company confirmed in a March 2026 press release that "Nintendo Switch 2 players will be able to download a free update to the game that allows you to enjoy the action with even clearer graphics."
Although the console version arrives in April, the mobile editions for iOS and Android are slated to follow later in the year. We'll update this article with the game's launch times and release details as further announcements are made.
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Is Pokémon Champions on Xbox Game Pass?
No, as Pokémon Champions will not be released on any Xbox console.
Is Pokémon Champions on PS Plus?
No, as Pokémon Champions will not be released on any PlayStation console.
Is Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch Online?
Pokémon Champions has not been announced for Nintendo Switch Online. However, this seems unlikely, as Pokémon Champions appears to be a live-service game.
Announcement History
February 27, 2026 | Pokémon Day February 2026
Pokémon Champions is confirmed to release for Nintendo Switch in April 2026 and for mobile (Android and iOS) devices sometime this year.
February 27, 2025 | Pokémon Day February 2025
Pokémon Champions was announced at the Pokémon Day February 2025 event.
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Pokémon TCG Pocket Card-Game, Multiplayer |
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Pokémon GO Augmented Reality (AR), Location-Based Game |
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Digimon Story Time Stranger Monster-Taming, JRPG |
