新作ゲーム『Pokémon Champions』の登場により、あるライターが10年以上のブランクを経て、再びポケモンの対戦環境に復帰した。この体験は、対戦における定石にとらわれず、自身のお気に入りのモンスターを起用することを可能にした。
プレイヤーはライチュウ、ドダイトス、ヘルガー、アーマーガア、スターミー、ガブリアスで構成されたパーティから開始した。ガオガエンやペリッパーとジュラルドンの組み合わせといった一般的な相手との序盤の対戦を通じ、ミラーアーマーやひらいしんといった特性を活かして意表を突く戦術を取り入れるなど、重要な適応を見せた。
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The Pokémon Company has revealed that its upcoming competitive battling game, Pokémon Champions, will launch in April 2026 on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms. A mobile version is planned for later in the year, with cross-play and cross-save features across all editions. The announcement came during the Pokémon Presents showcase on Pokémon Day.
Incineroar dominated team compositions in the debut tournament for Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch, appearing on 53.76% of teams. The online event on April 8 drew over 500 players via the Champions Hub Discord, featuring a $500 prize pool. Winner gamblingvgc92 claimed $120.
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Following the recent Pokémon Presents announcement of its April 2026 launch on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and mobile, The Pokémon Company has released a fourth trailer and opening movie for Pokémon Champions, the upcoming free-to-play competitive battle simulator. New details cover character introductions, recruitment systems, monetization, battle mechanics, and early access bonuses.
Lego has announced a new Lego Ideas contest inviting fans to submit designs for sets inspired by Pokémon Trading Card Game cards. The Pokémon Trading Card Game Challenge requires builds between 400 and 2500 pieces featuring one Pokémon from a pre-selected list. The winning design will become an official Lego set.
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The Pokemon Company announced a new mystery gift for Pokemon Legends: Z-A during Pokemon Day 2026, allowing players to obtain the previously unreleased Mega Garchomp Z. This addition highlights the game's Mega Dimension DLC without introducing new expansions. Players can claim the gift starting February 27, 2026, through an internet connection.
The latest Pokémon Trading Card Game set, Ascended Heroes, has seen its cards resell at unprecedented prices due to distribution issues and high demand for rare variants. Released partially on January 30, 2026, the set features a record 217 regular cards and 77 ultra-rares, but pull rates for special illustrations remain low. Top cards like Mega Gengar ex SIR are fetching up to $830 on resale markets.
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The Pokemon Trading Card Game has announced its next expansion, Chaos Rising, set for release in May. This set features Mega Floette ex causing disruption in Lumiose City at night. The announcement highlights a new chapter in the game's evolving storyline.