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How to Update Pokémon Champions

Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model

Follow these steps to update Pokémon Champions, or review the software's update history.

Note
  • This update must be applied in order to use the game’s Internet features.
  • Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update.
  • The update will download and install automatically if the console is connected to the Internet and the Software Auto-Updates setting is enabled on your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console. To ensure you have space to download the update, please review our storage tips for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.

On October 6, 2026, a new software update for Pokémon Champions became available for download. Please take a moment to download and install this update while your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console is connected to the Internet.

Complete these steps

  1. Connect your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console to the internet.
    • How to connect Nintendo Switch 2 to a wireless home network
      1. Place the Nintendo Switch 2 console within 10 feet of the wireless router so there will be a strong wireless signal.
      2. Select System Settings from the HOME Menu. The System Settings icon highlighted on the HOME Menu on Nintendo Switch 2
      3. Select Internet, and then Internet SettingsConfiguración de internetParamètres InternetConfigurações de internet. Your console will automatically search for nearby wireless network signals. Internet page highlighted in the System Settings on Nintendo Switch 2
      4. Select the appropriate network name (SSID) from the list.
      5. Use the onscreen keyboard to enter the network's wireless password, if one is required. Entering wireless network password using on-screen keyboard in the System Settings on Nintendo Switch 2
      6. The connection will be tested. Once the test is complete, select OK.
        • If the connection test fails, an error code and message will appear. Search for our support article on the error code for steps to troubleshoot the connection.

      For more details, please see How to Connect to the Internet on Nintendo Switch 2

    • How to connect Nintendo Switch to a wireless home network
      1. Place the Nintendo Switch console within 10 feet of the wireless router to ensure a strong wireless signal.
      2. Select Settings from the HOME Menu System Settings icon highlighted on the HOME Menu Screen on the Nintendo Switch console.
      3. Select Internet, and then Internet Settings Internet is selected on the System Settings menu on the Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Switch will automatically search for near-by Wi-Fi signals.
      4. Select the appropriate network name (SSID) from the list.
      5. If prompted, use the onscreen keyboard to enter the network's wireless password Onscreen keyboard displayed when a network's wireless password is required.
      6. The Nintendo Switch will test the Internet connection. Once the test is complete, select OK to complete the process.

      For more information, see How to Connect to the Internet Using a Wireless Network.

  2. From the HOME Menu, select the icon for the software you wish to update without starting the game or application.
  3. Press the + Button or – Button on your controller. The current version number will display under the software title.
  4. Select Software Update followed by Via the Internet.

Latest update: Ver. 1.2.2 (Released October 6, 2026)

  • Some bugs have been fixed.

Past updates

  • Ver. 1.2.0 (Released September 8, 2026)

    The following updates have been made to the game.

    • Pokémon and held items have been added for Regulation Set M-C.
    • Adjustments have been made to balance the battle system.
      • The following Pokémon can no longer use the moves listed here.

        Politoed:
        Pound

        Archaludon:
        Mirror Coat
        Metal Burst

      • The following move can now be used.

        Slash

      • PP adjustments have been made.

        Wish: 12 → 8

        Strength Sap: 12 → 8

    • The following features have been added.
      • “View Log”

        This feature displays a history of all actions taken during the course of the current battle.

      • “Selection Support”

        This feature allows you to display battle data on the Pokémon selection screen to assist in choosing Pokémon to send into battle.

    • Some bugs have been fixed.
  • Ver. 1.1.5 (Released August 4, 2026)
    • Several issues have been fixed.
  • Ver. 1.1.4 (Released July 7, 2026)
    • Several issues have been fixed.
  • Ver. 1.1.0 (Released June 16, 2026)

    The following updates have been made to the game.

    • Pokémon and held items added for Regulation Set M-B.
    • Other fixes to the visuals during battles and certain network-related issues.
  • Ver. 1.0.3 (Released April 22, 2026)

    The following issues have been fixed:

    • The explanatory text for the Leech Seeded status is incorrect.
    • Gender is displayed incorrectly for certain Pokémon within the tutorial.
    • When you look at move details during battle, move your cursor to align with MEGA EVOLVE, and then press the B Button, you will become unable to select a move.
    • The Ability Unnerve does not trigger against Pokémon with certain Abilities, and they are able to eat Berries.
    • The order in which Abilities trigger is not reflecting changes to the Speed stat caused by held items.
    • Other fixes to the visuals during battles and certain network-related issues.

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