Yesterday, February 27th, marked Pokémon Day, and The Pokémon Company celebrated with a slew of exciting announcements during their special Pokémon Presents stream. Among the highlights were glimpses into the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game, teasers for new episodes of Pokémon Concierge, and the introduction of their new battle simulator, Pokémon Champions.

Our excitement is piqued by the announcement of Pokémon Champions, a game developed by The Pokémon Works in collaboration with Game Freak. This title focuses exclusively on competitive battling, leaving behind the traditional elements of catching Pokémon, journeying through tall grass, and collecting Gym Badges.

What Else Do We Know About Pokémon Champions, the Upcoming Battle Sim?

Pokémon Champions is set to be a thrilling multiplayer experience, featuring cross-platform play and availability on both Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. While specific game modes remain undisclosed, players can anticipate diving into a variety of competitive scenarios.

One of the standout features of Pokémon Champions is its integration with Pokémon Home, allowing players to transfer some of their favorite Pokémon from previous games. However, not all Pokémon will be immediately available, with only a select group being usable at the game's launch.

With Pokémon Champions, The Pokémon Company aims to create a dedicated space for competitive play, focusing on high-stakes battles without the distractions typically found in the main series games. As we await further details, fans can check out the trailer below to get a taste of what's to come.

For the latest updates on Pokémon Champions, visit their official website. In the meantime, don't miss out on our coverage of "A Perfect Day," a new time-loop narrative puzzle game set in the year 1999.