Pokemon Champions: Full List of Confirmed Pokémon for Nintendo Switch Launch
Since its announcement, Pokemon Champions has generated tremendous anticipation among fans and competitors alike.
Developed by Game Freak and releasing on Nintendo Switch, this upcoming entry in the long-standing Pokémon franchise promises to deliver intense battles and a fresh approach to team-building.
Ahead of its April 8, 2026 release, a comprehensive list of confirmed Pokémon has now been compiled, utilizing in-depth previews and official gameplay footage.
At launch, Pokemon Champions will feature a carefully curated selection of just over 100 Pokémon, a fraction of the franchise’s more than 1,000 unique species.
While the roster is limited initially, Game Freak has already confirmed plans for ongoing support and roster updates.
The developer has emphasized its commitment to keeping Pokemon Champions vibrant and evolving, stating that updates are intended to keep the game fresh for the foreseeable future.
"We intend to provide ongoing updates and enhancements for Pokemon Champions, ensuring a continually engaging experience for players," the development team shared in a recent announcement.
Currently, fans can look forward to battling with popular icons like Pikachu, Charizard, Lucario, and Gardevoir, alongside newer and lesser-seen favorites such as Armarouge, Kleavor, and Farigiraf.
The diversity in the launch roster represents different generations and gameplay styles, providing both competitive depth and nostalgia for long-time fans.
Below is the complete list of confirmed Pokémon available in Pokemon Champions at launch:
Abomasnow, Absol, Aegislash, Aerodactyl, Aggron, Alakazam, Alcremie, Altaria, Ampharos, Araquanid, Arcanine, Archaludon, Armarouge, Audino, Aurorus, Azumarill, Basculegion, Beedrill, Blastoise, Ceruledge, Charizard, Chesnaught, Clawitzer, Clefable, Conkeldurr, Corviknight, Crabominable, Decidueye, Delphox, Diggersby, Ditto, Dondozo, Dragapult, Dragonite, Drampa, Emboar, Emolga, Empoleon, Espeon, Excadrill, Farigiraf, Feraligatr, Flareon, Froslass, Furfrou, Garbodor, Garchomp, Gardevoir, Garganacl, Gengar, Glaceon, Glimmora, Gliscor, Golurk, Gourgeist, Greninja, Gyarados, Hatterene, Hawlucha, Heracross, Hippowdon, Houndoom, Hydrapple, Hydreigon, Incineroar, Kangaskhan, Kingambit, Kleavor, Klefki, Kommo-o, Krookodile, Leafeon, Lopunny, Lucario, Lycanroc, Maushold, Meganium, Meowscarada, Meowstic, Metagross, Milotic, Mimikyu, Morpeko, Mr. Rime, Mudsdale, Ninetales, Noivern, Oranguru, Orthworm, Palafin, Pawmot, Pelipper, Pikachu, Pinsir, Politoed, Raichu, Rhyperior, Rotom, Runerigus, Sableye, Samurott, Sandaconda, Scizor, Scovillain, Serperior, Sinistcha, Skarmory, Slowbro, Slowking, Sneasler, Snorlax, Spiritomb, Starmie, Steelix, Sylveon, Talonflame, Tatsugiri, Tinkaton, Torkoal, Torterra, Toucannon, Toxapex, Tsareena, Typhlosion, Tyranitar, Tyrantrum, Umbreon, Ursaluna, Vanilluxe, Venusaur, Victreebel, Vivillon, Volcarona, Weavile, Whimsicott, Zoroark.
Pokemon Champions will be available on April 8, 2026 exclusively for Nintendo Switch, alongside a free day-one update for Switch 2, ensuring compatibility and enhancements for the new hardware.
Additionally, a mobile version is scheduled to launch later in the year.
Nintendo has confirmed the list will continue to grow through downloadable updates, so fans can expect further additions down the line.
As more information is released through official Nintendo Direct events and eShop updates, this roster will be kept current.
Stay tuned for ongoing coverage as Pokemon Champions expands its competitive landscape and celebrates new milestones on Nintendo Switch.
Since its announcement, Pokemon Champions has generated tremendous anticipation among fans and competitors alike.
Developed by Game Freak and releasing on Nintendo Switch, this upcoming entry in the long-standing Pokémon franchise promises to deliver intense battles and a fresh approach to team-building.
Ahead of its April 8, 2026 release, a comprehensive list of confirmed Pokémon has now been compiled, utilizing in-depth previews and official gameplay footage.
At launch, Pokemon Champions will feature a carefully curated selection of just over 100 Pokémon, a fraction of the franchise’s more than 1,000 unique species.
While the roster is limited initially, Game Freak has already confirmed plans for ongoing support and roster updates.
The developer has emphasized its commitment to keeping Pokemon Champions vibrant and evolving, stating that updates are intended to keep the game fresh for the foreseeable future.
"We intend to provide ongoing updates and enhancements for Pokemon Champions, ensuring a continually engaging experience for players," the development team shared in a recent announcement.
Currently, fans can look forward to battling with popular icons like Pikachu, Charizard, Lucario, and Gardevoir, alongside newer and lesser-seen favorites such as Armarouge, Kleavor, and Farigiraf.
The diversity in the launch roster represents different generations and gameplay styles, providing both competitive depth and nostalgia for long-time fans.
Below is the complete list of confirmed Pokémon available in Pokemon Champions at launch:
Abomasnow, Absol, Aegislash, Aerodactyl, Aggron, Alakazam, Alcremie, Altaria, Ampharos, Araquanid, Arcanine, Archaludon, Armarouge, Audino, Aurorus, Azumarill, Basculegion, Beedrill, Blastoise, Ceruledge, Charizard, Chesnaught, Clawitzer, Clefable, Conkeldurr, Corviknight, Crabominable, Decidueye, Delphox, Diggersby, Ditto, Dondozo, Dragapult, Dragonite, Drampa, Emboar, Emolga, Empoleon, Espeon, Excadrill, Farigiraf, Feraligatr, Flareon, Froslass, Furfrou, Garbodor, Garchomp, Gardevoir, Garganacl, Gengar, Glaceon, Glimmora, Gliscor, Golurk, Gourgeist, Greninja, Gyarados, Hatterene, Hawlucha, Heracross, Hippowdon, Houndoom, Hydrapple, Hydreigon, Incineroar, Kangaskhan, Kingambit, Kleavor, Klefki, Kommo-o, Krookodile, Leafeon, Lopunny, Lucario, Lycanroc, Maushold, Meganium, Meowscarada, Meowstic, Metagross, Milotic, Mimikyu, Morpeko, Mr. Rime, Mudsdale, Ninetales, Noivern, Oranguru, Orthworm, Palafin, Pawmot, Pelipper, Pikachu, Pinsir, Politoed, Raichu, Rhyperior, Rotom, Runerigus, Sableye, Samurott, Sandaconda, Scizor, Scovillain, Serperior, Sinistcha, Skarmory, Slowbro, Slowking, Sneasler, Snorlax, Spiritomb, Starmie, Steelix, Sylveon, Talonflame, Tatsugiri, Tinkaton, Torkoal, Torterra, Toucannon, Toxapex, Tsareena, Typhlosion, Tyranitar, Tyrantrum, Umbreon, Ursaluna, Vanilluxe, Venusaur, Victreebel, Vivillon, Volcarona, Weavile, Whimsicott, Zoroark.
Pokemon Champions will be available on April 8, 2026 exclusively for Nintendo Switch, alongside a free day-one update for Switch 2, ensuring compatibility and enhancements for the new hardware.
Additionally, a mobile version is scheduled to launch later in the year.
Nintendo has confirmed the list will continue to grow through downloadable updates, so fans can expect further additions down the line.
As more information is released through official Nintendo Direct events and eShop updates, this roster will be kept current.
Stay tuned for ongoing coverage as Pokemon Champions expands its competitive landscape and celebrates new milestones on Nintendo Switch.