Pokkén Tournament DX (Nintendo Switch)

Pokkén Tournament DX is a Pokémon fighting game developed by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and published by Nintendo, available as a physical game card for Nintendo Switch. It is listed for one or two players, rated PEGI 7, and designed to be played anytime, anywhere.

Pokémon in head-to-head battle

Instead of the turn-based battles of the main series, this game puts Pokémon into direct, real-time fights. You take control of a fighter and go head to head with an opponent, which makes it a good pick for players who prefer fast reactions to long menus.

The DX edition is the version for Nintendo Switch. Because it supports one or two players, you can practise on your own and then challenge a friend sitting next to you.

Each fight shifts between a roaming phase and a close-up duel phase, so positioning matters as much as timing. Learning those shifts is the main skill to build, and it gives the game more depth than simple button-pressing. Because the game also runs on a console you can carry, a quick match with a friend never needs a dedicated gaming room.

Gameplay and features

• Fighting game featuring Pokémon in real-time battles
• Listed for one or two players
• Developed by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment, published by Nintendo
• Rated PEGI 7, suitable for younger players
• On-screen text in Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German and Italian
• Physical game card for Nintendo Switch

Why play Pokkén Tournament DX on Nintendo Switch

A fighting game suits the Nintendo Switch because it is built for quick matches, and handheld play means a challenge can happen anywhere. Take it to a friend's house, play on the TV at home, or squeeze in a few rounds whenever you have time.

It is a good choice for Pokémon fans who want something different from the role-playing games, and for fighting game players who want an accessible entry with a familiar cast.

Game details

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