The Pokémon World Championships are the big finale of the 2023 season. The best players get to battle in four different Pokémon games—Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon Go, Pokémon UNITE, and TCG.
All year, Pokémon enthusiasts have competed in local, regional, and international events. They all had one goal in mind: to make it to Worlds. Now, the most anticipated event of the year is almost here.
Want to support your favorite players at the 2023 World Championships? Here’s what you need to know about the when and where.
When are the Pokémon World Championships?
This year, the action kicks off on August 11 and runs until August 13. The battles in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet VGC and TCG start on August 11. Players will fight to move on to the next day. On August 12, these players face the top competitors with day two invites. The final showdowns happen on August 13. Pokémon Go follows the same three-day schedule.
However, Pokémon UNITE spans just two days, from August 11 to 12.
What’s special this year?
The championship will showcase Scarlet and Violet’s most unique meta yet.
Where is the event taking place?
This year’s World Championships are in Yokohama, Japan, at the PACIFICO Yokohama Convention Center. Aside from intense matches, there’s lots of Pokémon fun to be had. You can shop at the Pokémon Center store, enjoy a summer festival, and even see a Pikachu parade.
Can’t make it to Japan?
No worries! You can catch all the championship action online. Each game’s battles will be streamed on the official Pokémon Twitch channels.
So there you have it, your complete guide to the 2023 Pokémon World Championships. Whether you’re going to Yokohama or watching from home, it promises to be an unforgettable event. Get ready to cheer on your favorite players and games!