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What is Pokémon UNITE?

What coaches, parents, and players need to know about Pokémon UNITE

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Pokémon UNITE is a free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game developed by TiMi Studio Group and published by The Pokémon Company. Pokémon UNITE is rated E for Everyone.

Game Details

What is the Pokémon UNITE’s game objective?

Pokémon UNITE is a team-based multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) where players form a team of five Pokémon to compete against an opposing team. The primary goal is to work together with your team to score points into the opponent’s goal zones while defending your own. Matches are fast-paced and require teamwork, map awareness, and strategic decision-making to outplay the opposing team. Players must level up their Pokémon to evolve them and unlock more abilities to secure objectives like wild Pokémon. Effective communication, coordination and adaptability are key to controlling the map and securing objectives in order to achieve victory.

What is Tournament Mode?

Tournament Mode is the competitive format for Pokémon UNITE, designed to ensure fair and balanced matches. It features:

  • All held items unlocked and maxed out.

  • All UNITE licenses (Pokémon) unlocked.

  • All battle items unlocked.

  • Boost emblems disabled.

Benefits of Tournament Mode:

By providing equal access to all content, Tournament Mode:

  1. Creates a level playing field for all players.

  2. Encourages strategy and experimentation over grinding.

  3. Makes the mode accessible to new or casual players.

  4. Promotes fair, balanced, and skill-based competition.

How long does each match take?

On average, each game is about 15 minutes. Match length total can be 30-45 minutes.

Time can vary based on team setup and match-up experience.

Game Setup

What platform will the game be played on?

Pokémon UNITE offers crossplay support and will be played on the following platforms:

  • Nintendo Switch

  • Android and iOS devices

What hardware or software will be required to play?

  • Nintendo Switch™ System, Nintendo Switch™ 2 System or Android/iOS device

  • USB to Ethernet Adapter or Built in LAN port (Dock) if competing on Switch

  • Any Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 compatible controller with no turbo mode functionality (if competing on Switch).

  • Stable internet connection

A Nintendo Switch Online (paid) membership is not required.

How do I download Pokémon UNITE?

Pokémon UNITE can be downloaded digitally on multiple platforms:

  • Consoles (Nintendo Switch™/Nintendo Switch™ 2)

  • Search for and download Pokémon UNITE from your console’s Nintendo eShop

Mobile (Android, iOS)

  • Search for and download Pokémon UNITE from your mobile device’s respective store application (For example, iOS device users will use the App Store to download Pokémon UNITE).

Additional Resources

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