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You pick your Pokémon, jump into a match with four other players, and try to outscore the opposing team by dunking energy points into their goal zones. Each match lasts 10 minutes max. Simple format, but there’s a layer of timing, skill combos, and map awareness that gets more noticeable as you go.

Leveling up during the match changes how your Pokémon looks and fights. You start as Charmander, for example, but evolve into Charmeleon and then Charizard, unlocking new moves each time. The map has wild Pokémon that you defeat for XP and energy points. It's a balance of offense, defense, and keeping an eye on the final two minutes—where point values double and matches often flip.

The game leans into fast matchmaking and short rounds. You're never stuck in long queues, and it's rare to be trapped in one-sided games for too long. There's a ranked mode for those who want to take things more seriously, but casual play works fine if you just want a break.

Each Pokémon feels a bit different to play. Some are damage-heavy, others are meant to block or support. You can’t brute-force your way through if your team isn’t coordinated, though, which means it’s not just about having the strongest Pokémon—it’s about playing your role.

The monetization is there—cosmetics, boost items, battle passes—but you can get through the game just fine without spending money. Some earlier concerns about pay-to-win mechanics have been balanced out over time.

There's cross-platform support, so whether you're on mobile or Switch, you can team up and keep your progress. It runs smoothly on both, though the small screen can get crowded during team fights.

How to Play?

Step 1: Open the game and log in. Choose a Pokémon from the available list. Each one has different strengths—attacker, defender, speedster, and so on.

Step 2: Tap "Unite Battle" to enter a match. You'll be matched with four teammates. The standard map is split into top, bottom, and central paths.

Step 3: Use the joystick to move. Tap the attack button to hit wild Pokémon and gain experience. You level up quickly at the start.

Step 4: Defeat wild Pokémon to earn Aeos energy. Deposit this energy at enemy goals by holding the score button near a goal zone.

Step 5: Your Pokémon evolves and gains new moves as it levels up. Choose wisely between the two move options when prompted—they define your style.

Step 6: Use the minimap to watch your team and enemies. Rotate to assist teammates or defend goals when necessary.

Step 7: Zapdos spawn in the center near the end. Defeating it gives a major boost. Coordinate with your team before it shows up.

Step 8: Each match lasts 10 minutes. Ultimately, the team with the highest score wins. It's not just about kills—scoring and teamwork matter more.

Step 9: After each game, use earned points to upgrade held items. These make your Pokémon stronger over time.