Pokémon Champions 2027 Global Challenge II Online Competition Announced
Pokémon Champions players will soon have another opportunity to test their battling skills in an official online competition. The 2027 Global Challenge II will take place from October 29 to November 1, 2026, giving eligible competitors a chance to earn Championship Points towards an invitation to the Pokémon World Championships.
The competition will feature Double Battles under Regulation Set M-C, with participants also able to earn an in-game reward by completing enough matches during the event.
2027 Global Challenge II Dates and Registration
Registration opens on October 22, 2026, and remains available until the competition concludes on November 1. Players can even register after the tournament has already started, although they must register their Battle Teams during sign-up.
The competition schedule is as follows:
| Event | Date and time (Pacific Time) |
|---|---|
| Registration opens | October 22, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. PDT |
| Competition begins | October 29, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. PDT |
| Competition ends | November 1, 2026, at 5:59 p.m. PST |
| Registration closes | November 1, 2026, at 5:59 p.m. PST |
To enter, launch Pokémon Champions and navigate to Battle → Online Competitions, then select the 2027 Global Challenge II.
Double Battles Under Regulation Set M-C
The 2027 Global Challenge II will use Regulation Set M-C and Double Battles. Players will need to prepare their teams according to the competition’s rules and eligible Pokémon list.
The complete list of eligible Pokémon, regulations, ranking announcements and additional competition details will be available through the in-game news.
As an official Global Challenge event, the competition gives players an opportunity to compete online while working towards Championship Points for the Pokémon World Championships.
Male Basculegion Available as a Participation Reward
Players who complete at least three matches, regardless of whether they win or lose, will qualify for an in-game distribution reward: a male Basculegion.
Once the ranking results are available, eligible players can claim their Basculegion through their in-game mailbox.
To find the ranking results, navigate to Battle → Online Competitions in Pokémon Champions. The reward provides an additional incentive for players to participate, even if they are not aiming for the top of the rankings.
How to Earn Championship Points
Players hoping to earn Championship Points must complete some additional account-linking steps before registering.
You will need to:
- Have a Pokémon Trainer Central account before registering for the competition.
- Link your account through the Play! Pokémon Access app.
- Keep the accounts linked until after rewards have been distributed.
- Enter your Pokémon Champions Support ID into Play! Pokémon Access.
Players who unlink their accounts later will retain any Championship Points they have earned.
Account linking is not required for players who simply want to enter the competition and battle without being eligible for Championship Points.
Get Ready for the 2027 Global Challenge II
The 2027 Global Challenge II offers Pokémon Champions players another chance to compete in an official online tournament, earn a participation reward and work towards qualifying for the Pokémon World Championships.
With registration opening on October 22 and battles beginning one week later, Trainers have time to prepare their teams before the competition starts.
For more information about the World Championships, visit the official Pokémon World Championships website.
Good luck to everyone taking part in the 2027 Global Challenge II!
