Pokémon Day was celebrated on February 27th, and The Pokémon Company treated fans to a plethora of exciting announcements during their special Pokémon Presents stream. Among the highlights was a sneak peek at the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game, teasers for new episodes of Pokémon Concierge, and an introduction to their highly anticipated battle simulation game, Pokémon Champions.

The buzz around Pokémon Champions is palpable, especially since it's being crafted by The Pokémon Works in partnership with Game Freak. This game is all about the thrill of competitive battling, stripping away the traditional elements like catching Pokémon, journeying through tall grass, and collecting Gym Badges. It's a pure, focused battle experience that fans of competitive play are eagerly anticipating.

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

Pokémon Champions promises to be a multiplayer extravaganza with cross-platform play, ensuring that you can challenge friends and foes alike, no matter what device they're using. It's set to launch on both the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, broadening its reach to a wide audience of Pokémon enthusiasts.

While the specifics of the game modes are still shrouded in mystery, we know that Pokémon Champions will offer various ways to dive into the action. One of the most exciting aspects is its integration with Pokémon Home. This means you'll have the chance to bring some of your favorite Pokémon from previous games into the fray. However, it's worth noting that not all Pokémon will be immediately available at launch; a curated selection will be ready for battle right out of the gate.

With Pokémon Champions, The Pokémon Company is clearly aiming to provide a dedicated space for competitive players, where high-stakes battles take center stage, free from the usual distractions of the main series. As we await further details, you can catch a glimpse of what's in store by watching the trailer below.

Stay tuned for more updates on Pokémon Champions by visiting their official website. In the meantime, don't miss out on our coverage of A Perfect Day, a captivating new time-loop narrative puzzle game set in the year 1999.