The Pokémon Company reveals 2026 season exclusive products available at the Pokémon Center pop-up shop at the 2026 Pokémon North America International Championships

The Pokémon Company is gearing up for the 2026 Pokémon North America International Championships with a slate of event-exclusive merchandise headed to the Pokémon Center pop-up shop. The shop will run June 11 to 14 in New Orleans, giving attendees a limited window to grab items tied to the 2026 competitive season. These pop-ups have … Continue reading The Pokémon Company reveals 2026 season exclusive products available at the Pokémon Center pop-up shop at the 2026 Pokémon North America International Championships

Video: Pokémon Champions headlines the official Nintendo Monthly Highlights trailer for April 2026

Pokémon Champions is now available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 through the Nintendo eShop, expanding the franchise’s latest competitive experience to a wide audience. The release gives players on both systems access to the same core gameplay, with a focus on battles and team building that builds on the series’ long-standing formula. Its … Continue reading Video: Pokémon Champions headlines the official Nintendo Monthly Highlights trailer for April 2026

Pokémon Champions is now officially being featured on Twitch Rivals for the first time, a variety of official competitions are set to use Pokémon Champions as its official Pokémon VGC software

Pokémon Champions is stepping into the competitive spotlight with its first official feature on Twitch Rivals, signaling a bigger push into organized play. The title is also set to be used as the official software for select Pokémon VGC competitions, marking a notable shift for the competitive scene. This move positions the game as a … Continue reading Pokémon Champions is now officially being featured on Twitch Rivals for the first time, a variety of official competitions are set to use Pokémon Champions as its official Pokémon VGC software

New Pokémon Champions version 1.0.3 update now live on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 to fix move errors, ability bugs, mega evolution glitch and battle display issues

A new Pokémon Champions software update is now available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: Latest update: Ver. 1.0.3 (Released April 22, 2026) The following issues have been fixed: The explanation for Leech Seed is incorrect. The gender listed for certain Pokémon in the tutorial is listed incorrectly.  The player is unable to select … Continue reading New Pokémon Champions version 1.0.3 update now live on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 to fix move errors, ability bugs, mega evolution glitch and battle display issues

Pokémon Champions will officially be featured on Twitch Rivals for the first time starting April 29 at 2 p.m. PT

Pokémon Champions is set to make its debut on Twitch Rivals for the first time starting April 29 at 2 p.m. PT, marking an early spotlight for the game in a competitive setting. The event will bring together streamers and players to showcase gameplay and test strategies, giving viewers a first look at how it … Continue reading Pokémon Champions will officially be featured on Twitch Rivals for the first time starting April 29 at 2 p.m. PT

Pokémon Champions bugs and performance issues confirmed, the developer is working on addressing them

Early players of Pokémon Champions are already running into bugs and performance issues, with reports ranging from frame drops to occasional crashes. The developer has acknowledged the problems and says fixes are in progress, aiming to stabilize gameplay and improve overall performance. While it is not unusual for new releases to launch with some technical … Continue reading Pokémon Champions bugs and performance issues confirmed, the developer is working on addressing them

The new Pokémon Champions game on Nintendo Switch currently has a Metascore of 63 in the “Mixed or Average” range on Metacritic

The recently released Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch currently holds a 63 Metascore on Metacritic, placing it in the “Mixed or Average” range. Early reviews point to a blend of solid core ideas and noticeable shortcomings, with critics highlighting both its competitive focus and areas that could use refinement. As more players and reviewers weigh … Continue reading The new Pokémon Champions game on Nintendo Switch currently has a Metascore of 63 in the “Mixed or Average” range on Metacritic

Pokémon Champions Warm-Up Challenge Online Competition participants will receive a Gardevoir and 100 Quick Coupons to help you meet more Pokémon

Pokémon Champions Warm-Up Challenge Online Competition participants will receive a Gardevoir along with 100 Quick Coupons, offering useful rewards for players who take part in the event. The bonuses are designed to help players meet more Pokémon and build out their teams more efficiently as they prepare for competitive play. As an entry-focused competition, the … Continue reading Pokémon Champions Warm-Up Challenge Online Competition participants will receive a Gardevoir and 100 Quick Coupons to help you meet more Pokémon