Summary
- Pokemon Unite's third anniversary event now starts on July 19, 2024, two days earlier for players to enjoy new content sooner.
- Players can anticipate Ho-Oh joining the roster during the event, with more features to be revealed soon by developers.
- Past anniversary events included new licenses, challenges, and bonuses, promising a fun and exciting time for fans.
TiMi Studios has announced that the Pokemon Unite third anniversary event will now start on July 19, 2024, two days earlier than its original July 21 date. This adjustment allows Pokemon Unite players to access the upcoming celebratory events sooner, including the new legendary Pokemon that was previously unveiled.
Pokemon Unite is a MOBA game developed by TiMi Studio Group and published by The Pokemon Company for Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android devices. The game features teams of five players who compete to score points by defeating wild Pokemon and opposing team members, then depositing collected energy into the enemy's goal zones. Players start each match at level one and level up by earning experience points, unlocking new abilities, and evolving their Pokemon Unite characters as the game progresses. The game has been downloaded over 80 million times and won several awards, including Google Play's Best Game of 2021 and Mobile Game of the Year at the 25th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards.
According to the developer, starting on July 19, 2024, players can look forward to a variety of events, deals, and more during this anniversary period. In June, Pokemon Unite revealed that the legendary bird Ho-Oh will be joining the current roster of 64 different Pokemon species during the third anniversary event. This is the only confirmed feature so far; however, the developers reassure players that more information about the event will be released soon.
Pokemon Unite Third Anniversary Event New Starting Date
- July 19, 2024
In previous Pokrmon Unite anniversary events, the game introduced new Unite licenses and Holowear log-in bonuses, an Anniversary Cake Challenge, and the Boss Rush mode where players teamed up to defeat powerful Boss Pokemon. Additionally, Pokemon Boost Emblems and the Icy Glaceon Challenge were launched, along with Battle Pass Season 9. Mega Mewtwo X was also added in past events, along with special missions, daily and weekly challenges, and additional bonuses for players. While official details about this year’s event remain under wraps, players can anticipate similar features based on past anniversaries.
In addition to this event, players can also look forward to the 2024 Pokemon World Championships, scheduled from August 16 to August 18 at the Hawai‘i Convention Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. This annual event will feature top players from around the globe competing in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, the Pokemon Trading Card Game, Pokemon GO, and Pokemon Unite. Alongside the main competitions, attendees can enjoy various activities such as merchandise shopping at the Pokemon Center, battle labs, and side events like Magikarp fishing.
The early launch of the Third Anniversary event, coupled with the upcoming World Championships, promises an exciting time for Pokemon Unite players. With new content, competitive events, and community celebrations, fans have much to look forward to in the coming months.
Pokémon Unite
- Released
- July 21, 2021
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.
- Developer(s)
- TiMi Studios
- Publisher(s)
- The Pokemon Company
- Franchise
- Pokemon
- Platform(s)
- Mobile, Nintendo Switch
- Genre(s)
- MOBA