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List of every new Pokemon just added to Pokemon Champions for 1.2.0 update and Regulation M-C
Pokemon Champions has released its 1.2.0 update, introducing Regulation M-C and over two dozen new Pokemon, including Mega Evolution Z additions. The update also brings new items, avatar customization options, and upcoming Battle Passes. The game is available on Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms.
Massively on the Go: Scopely sold out players for Go Fest 2026’s Go Fest Finale
The Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Go Fest Finale, dubbed the Mega Finale, was a significant disappointment, marked by player dissatisfaction with the over-reliance on Mewtwo and the convoluted Mega Evolution system. Scopely's monetization strategies and perceived lack of value in event tickets led to low player turnout and morale, with many criticizing the company's approach as 'milking' the player base rather than celebrating the game's anniversary.
Here’s how Pokemon Champions’ new Z-Mega Evolutions will change the game
Pokemon Champions is introducing three new Z-Mega Evolutions from Pokemon Legends: Z-A on September 9th. The article analyzes Mega Absol Z, Mega Lucario Z, and Mega Garchomp Z, discussing their stats, abilities, and potential impact on the game's metagame, with mixed outlooks for each.
Pokemon Go Fest Mega Finale: Armored Mewtwo Raids, Rotating Habitats, Bonuses, And More
Pokemon Go is concluding its annual Go Fest with a "Mega Finale" event featuring Mega-Evolved Pokemon, rotating habitats, and special bonuses. The event will bring back Mega Mewtwo X and Y as Super Mega Raid bosses, and for the first time in years, Armored Mewtwo will be available as a five-star Raid boss. Players can also participate in a Timed Research story to earn Mega Energy for the Kalos starter trio: Chesnaught, Delphox, and Greninja.
Pokémon Fans Think The Franchise's New TCG Movie Hides a Secret Mega Evolution
Fans of the Pokémon franchise believe that the upcoming movie 'Pokémon: Wild Card' may be hiding a new Mega Evolution. This speculation stems from details observed within the movie's reveal.
Z Mega Evolutions arrive in Pokemon Champions
Pokemon Champions will receive a new season on September 9th, introducing Z Mega Evolutions. Despite a rocky launch, the developers are committed to adding new features to the free-to-start Pokemon battler.
Pokemon Champions announces Z Mega Evolutions support with Regulation Set M-C
Pokemon Champions will introduce support for Z Mega Evolutions with the upcoming Regulation Set M-C, beginning worldwide on September 9, 2026. This announcement was made during the 2026 Pokemon World Championships. The game is currently available on Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms.
Pokemon GO Twilight Trails: Two Mega's Coming After Long Wait
The upcoming Pokemon GO Twilight Trails season, running from September 8 to December 1, 2026, will introduce Mega Evolutions for Staraptor and Chandelure, alongside new Pokemon like Maschiff and Mabosstiff. The season will also feature Dynamax forms of Azelf, Mesprit, and Uxie, and the return of Umbreon and Espeon with special scarves.
New Pokemon TCG Delta Reign expansion launches in November with 'Legendary Stadiums' and a returning favorite
The Pokemon Trading Card Game's new expansion, Delta Reign, is set to launch on November 6, 2026, with prerelease events starting October 24. The set will introduce the 'Legendary Stadiums' mechanic and feature several Mega Evolution Pokemon ex, including the returning Mega Rayquaza ex.
Massively on the Go: Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Mega Finale is less free and less content
The Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Go Fest Mega Finale is facing criticism for its perceived lack of content and increased monetization. Players are expressing dissatisfaction with the cost of unlocking Mega Evolutions, particularly for starters and Mewtwo, which requires significantly more energy compared to other Mega Evolutions like the Primals. Concerns are also raised about the value proposition of paid event tickets and the potential for future features like Plus Moves to be similarly locked behind paywalls.
"It was like being back in 2016" Pokémon Go celebrates 10th anniversary by recreating the original trailer's Times Square Mewtwo raid
Pokémon Go celebrated its 10th anniversary by recreating the original trailer's Times Square Mewtwo raid event. Over 1,000 players participated in a community raid battle against Mega Mewtwo Y, with player avatars and Pokémon appearing on the surrounding Times Square screens. The event also featured in-game countdowns and raids/spawns representing each year of the game's release.
The winners and losers of Pokemon Champions’ Regulation M-B
The article analyzes the winners and losers of Pokemon Champions' new Regulation M-B format, focusing on the impact of new Mega Evolutions and Pokemon. It highlights Mega Swampert, Mega Mawile, Mega Metagross, and Mega Staraptor as strong additions, while Mega Malamar, Mega Pyroar, and Mega Scolipede are deemed less effective. The analysis also notes that despite new additions, the format lacks sufficient counters to dominant Pokemon like Basculegion and Mega Charizard Y.
Every new Mega Evolution and ability added in Pokemon Champions 1.1
Pokemon Champions has received a significant update with version 1.1, introducing new Mega Evolutions and abilities as the game transitions to mobile platforms. This update is expected to shake up the game's meta, offering players more tactical options. The article lists the new Mega Evolutions and their associated abilities, such as Tough Claws for Mega Barbaracle and Regenerator for Mega Dragalge.
Pokemon Champions launches 17th June on iOS and Android
The Pokémon Company International announced that the free-to-play game Pokémon Champions will launch on iOS and Android on June 17, 2026, with pre-registration available now. The game will feature cross-platform play between mobile devices and Nintendo Switch systems, including the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Players can receive special in-game rewards like Raichu and Mega Stones upon launch.
The Pokémon Company International Announces Mobile Release Date for Pokémon Champions and Unveils New In-Game Features
The Pokémon Company International announced that Pokémon Champions will launch on iOS and Android devices on June 17, 2026, with preregistration now open. The game will feature a special in-game campaign with Raichu and introduce Mega Evolution mechanics for Mega Raichu X and Mega Raichu Y. Pokémon Champions supports cross-platform play between Nintendo Switch and mobile devices.
Pokemon TCG kicks off a dark new chapter with Pitch Black expansion
The Pokemon Trading Card Game is launching a new expansion called Pitch Black on July 17, 2026, which will focus on Mega Evolutions from Pokemon Legends: Z-A. The set will feature Mega Darkrai ex as its headliner and include over 115 cards, with six Mega Evolution Pokemon ex cards. Pre-release events will be available at independent retailers starting July 4, 2026.
Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary tickets are free – but at the price of some negative updates
Pokemon Go's upcoming 10th Anniversary Go Fest is free to participate in, but players are advised to be cautious due to recent negative updates and operational changes. Concerns include the handling of Mega Energy for split evolutions like Mega Mewtwo X and Y, the potential for exclusive moves to become unobtainable via Elite TMs, and changes to Mega Raids that may require higher player counts. The sunsetting of the game Peridot also contributes to player concerns about Niantic's stability.
Mega Mewtwo's Pokémon Go debut finally announced and Go Fest Global is free for all players
Mega Mewtwo X and Y will debut in Pokémon Go during the annual Go Fest event on July 11-12, which will be free for all players globally. This includes access to Special Research and increased shiny Pokémon spawns. Mega Mewtwo will appear in Super Mega Raids, requiring many players due to their power, and will necessitate separate Mega Energy types for X and Y, with Mega Levels tracked individually.
Pokémon GO’s First Free Global Finale Debuts Mega Evolutions For The Most Iconic Legendary Pokémon
Pokémon GO is introducing Mega Evolutions for Mewtwo X and Mewtwo Y during its free Pokémon GO Fest: Global 2026 event from July 11-12. Trainers can unlock these Mega Evolutions by battling Mega Mewtwo in Super Mega Raid Battles and will receive bonuses, including a free Mega Evolution for caught Mewtwo. The event also updates the game's Mega System for faster progression.
Pokémon TCG Pocket Pulsing Aura Expansion Launches April 27
The Pokémon Company announced the Pulsing Aura expansion for Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, launching April 27, 2026. This expansion introduces Mega Evolution Pokémon like Mega Lucario ex and Mega Sceptile ex, along with a new gold frame system for rare cards. Several in-game events are planned to celebrate the expansion and the game's 1.5-year anniversary.