Summary
Pokemon Unitehas revealed new content coming to the game, including the debut of three new playable characters. The announcements happened during Pokemon Day, the big annual celebration of the beloved franchise that once again brought news toPokemon Uniteplayers.
During Pokemon Day 2024,Pokemon Uniterevealed the addition of new Pokemonwith the debuts of Miraidon, Ceruledge, and Falinks. With the arrival of the first two, the game increased the list of pocket monsters from Paldea in the game, which already has Armarouge, Meowscarada, and Tinkaton. The game released the Prize Machine event, which gives players a chance to obtain popular holowear such as Sunshine Style: Venusaur for free. A balance update was also released, with buffs and nerfs for several characters, items, and general improvements.
At this year’s Pokemon Day, the developers revealed that Suicune, Alolan Raichu, and Alcremie will be the next characters to joinPokemon Unite. Suicune will arrive on March 1, while Alolan Raichu will debut in April, and Alcremie will arrive this year on a date yet to be determined. The announcement trailer didn’t reveal any further details about the Pokemon. However, unofficial information suggests that Suicune will bePokemon Unite’s new All-Rounder, with Alolan Raichu possibly being an Attacker, and Alcremie being a potential Defender.
In addition to the new characters revealed, the developers have released a new update that brings back Remoat Stadium. The game’s original map will be available inPokemon Uniteranked matchesfrom February 27 at 04:00 UTC until March 12 at 23:59 UTC.Pokemon Unitehas added a mode called First to 500, in which the team that scores 500 points first wins. To give the mode an extra twist, players get special effects when they score 50, 100, 200, and 350 points. Among the quality of life improvements, the current map and wild Pokemon have been updated, optimizing the game’s graphics.
The freePokemon Uniteupdatereleased to celebrate Pokemon Day 2025 also brought new buffs and nerfs. With this, improvements came to older critters in the game like Absol, Gengar, and Talonflame, while more recent additions like Miraidon, Tinkaton, and Urshifu had their power reduced. Players can also use the code POKEDAY25 and redeem a platinum Suicune boost emblem in-game, and use all Pokemon as part of the free license test event, which will run until March 2 and be available except in ranked matches. The store and events have been updated, and conquest missions for new monsters have been added.
Pokémon Unite
WHERE TO PLAY
Join Trainers from around the world as they head for Aeos Island to compete in Unite Battles! In Unite Battles, Trainers face off in 5-on-5 team battles to see who can score the most points within the allotted time. Teamwork is key as you and your teammates defeat wild Pokémon, level up and evolve your partner Pokémon, and knock out the opposing team’s Pokémon to prevent them from scoring points. Put your teamwork to the test, and take home the win!BATTLE IN STYLE: Take to the field while looking your best in Holowear! Thanks to a special technology developed using Aeos energy, Trainers can deck out their Pokémon in a variety of holographic outfits—with new styles arriving regularly!UNITE MOVES: Unleash the true power of your Pokémon with Unite Moves! Leverage these all-new Pokémon moves, which are only possible while in Unite Battles, and turn the tide of even the direst situations.RANK UP: Looking to prove how skilled you are? Participate in ranked matches, and earn points as you climb up the global leaderboard!COMMUNICATION IS KEY: Even the most skilled Trainers recognize how important communication is to their team’s success. Leverage signals, quick-chat messages, and—for the first time in a Pokémon title—voice chat to communicate and stay in sync with your team.
