Summary
Pokemon Unitehas officially revealed a new game mode that will be coming to the MOBA in the future, featuring quicker matches aimed at racking up points quickly. The MOBA from TiMi Studios and The Pokemon Company has already seen plenty of major expansions and updates to the game since its launch in 2021.Pokemon Uniteboasts a staggering rosterof 65 different Pokemon for players to choose from, typically releasing new Pokemon to the game every couple months. Now, the MOBA is gearing up to add its newest playable game mode.
WhilePokemon Unitecontinues to add new Pokemon to its roster, the MOBA currently does not offer much in the way of variety for its game modes.Uniteoffers three game modes with Quick Battles, Standard Battles, and Ranked Battles, with all functioning similarly and changing the number of players on a team or the stakes behind the match. ThoughUnitedoes feature multiple different maps, the core gameplay typically remains the same across its different stages. Now, however,Pokemon Uniteappears to be trying something new with its next game mode.
Pokemon Unite Reveals New Upcoming Game Mode
As reported by ComicBook,Pokemon Uniterecently revealed a brand-new game mode coming to the MOBA in the near future. During this weekend’sPokemonWorld Championships,Uniterevealed its newest game mode, with each team competing to be the first to reach 500 points by securing objectives. The game mode is touted as boastinga faster style of gameplay thanPokemon Unite’s standard, returning to Remoat Stadium with new wild Pokemon, berry spawns, and new buffs called “Aeos Technology.” The game mode is expected to launch sometime later this year.
The addition of a new game mode toPokemon Unitecomes as the MOBA celebrated its third anniversary last month.Pokemon Unite’s third anniversary festivities, which began on July 19, introduced Ho-Oh to the game as its newest playable legendary Pokemon. The event also brought other special rewards for players, including a free Charizard Unite License, a “prize machine” mini-game with past popular Holowear as rewards, and a wide array of new Holowear available through the shop.
WithPokemon Uniteteasing its next new game mode, fans are expecting even more to come from the game during the conclusion of thePokemonWorld Championships. Past events have featured reveals of the next Pokemon to join the roster, with2023’s event announcing the addition of Blaziken, Mimikyu, and Meowscarada. The 2024 World Championships are similarly expected to feature confirmations of the next Pokemon to join the game’s growing roster. A new game mode and potential new Pokemon on the way should helpPokemon Unitemaintain its popularity throughout the coming year.
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.
