Pokémon Champions is coming to Switch on April 8, 2026

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Pokémon Champions is coming to Switch on April 8, 2026

Nintendo has revealed the release date for Pokémon Champions with a lengthy gameplay trailer. The game will be available on Switch and Switch 2 (via backward compatibility) on April 8, 2026. It will then come to iOS and Android later this year.

Pokémon Champions will be free to download (free-to-start) and will focus on Pokémon battles. Players will have the option to purchase the Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack to immediately add 50 creatures to their collection, along with other bonuses to help them start their adventure with greater ease.

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