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It might not share the Pokemon Stadium name, but Pokemon Champions looks like a new entry in the battling-focused series. The game was announced during today's Pokemon Presents livestream for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices.

Game Freak has planned out Pokemon Champions, but the actual developer is The Pokemon Works. This studio formed last year and has previously assisted with Pokemon Home. One of the goals with Pokemon Champions is appealing to a wider audience. Here's a part of the official description for the game:

"This new, battle-focused game will feature familiar mechanics such as Pokémon types, Abilities, and moves, creating an environment conducive to rich and varied strategies for new and experienced trainers alike."

Pokemon Champions will feature compatibility with Pokemon Home. This means you can bring some of your favorite Pokemon from other titles--Pokemon Go as well as Scarlet and Violet were highlighted--into the experience.

The Pokemon Company says it will be possible to battle other players from around the world. That includes whether people have Pokemon Champions on Nintendo Switch or mobile devices, meaning there is cross-platform functionality. There is no release date at this time.

There was more at Pokemon Presents than just Pokemon Champions, by the way. Pokemon Legends Z-A got a new trailer and release window, while new Pokemon are on the way for Pokemon Unite over the next few months.