Pokémon Champions, Game Freak's Leaked Multiplayer Game, Officially Revealed

Following months of speculation and leaks, Pokémon Champions, a new multiplayer Pokémon battle game, has been officially revealed! Developed collaboratively by Game Freak and The Pokémon Works (a joint venture between The Pokémon Company and ILCA), this title focuses on core-style Pokémon battles.

The trailer showcased both Mega Evolution and Terastallization, hinting at a wide range of Pokémon and battle styles across various generations. Crucially, Pokémon Champions will integrate with Pokémon Home, enabling players to utilize their existing Pokémon collections in battles.

Currently in development for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, a release date remains unannounced. The game will support Latin American Spanish alongside other languages.

Interestingly, Pokémon Champions appears to be the same game that leaked last year as "Pokémon Synapse," part of the extensive "Freak Leak." While initial speculation suggested a Splatoon-like experience, the official reveal clarifies a more direct focus on competitive Pokémon battling. Stay tuned for further updates!