Pokémon Champions will launch on iOS and Android devices worldwide starting June 17, expanding the game beyond its initial release on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in April 2026 [1, 2].
Players can link their Nintendo accounts to transfer and continue their save data seamlessly from the console versions to mobile platforms [2]. The mobile release supports full cross-platform play, allowing users on mobile and Nintendo Switch to play together [2].
Additionally, players will be able to use Pokémon Home to transfer Pokémon from previous games, including Pokémon Go, into Pokémon Champions on mobile or Switch [2]. This feature connects multiple entries in the Pokémon franchise, providing a unified gameplay experience.
To celebrate the mobile launch, anyone who logs in between June 16 and September 1 will receive a free Raichu and two mega stones, enabling players to mega evolve Raichu in-game [2]. This bonus offers early mobile players a helpful start.
With the mobile release, Pokémon Champions aims to reach a broader audience by offering multiplayer features, consistent save progress, and integration with existing Pokémon services. The official launch on June 17 is the next milestone following the original Switch release in April.
